Chapter 138 Unable to Bear the Burden

Gu Shuyan did not directly answer Ouyang Jing's question. She dared not give an answer to the other party rashly before she was sure about some things.

Moreover, Gu Shuyan wasn't sure if Ouyang Jing would agree to that method.

"Since Miss doesn't mind, then I'll take the liberty of calling you Sister Shuyan."

Seeing that Gu Shuyan changed the subject, Ouyang Jing wisely stopped asking. After all, things couldn't be accomplished overnight, and she could wait.

Since learning that she was to marry a guard, Gu Yingxue in the Li family has refused to eat or drink and has refused to see anyone.

Looking at the tightly closed door, the Li couple were extremely anxious, but neither of them could make a decision.

The only person who could make decisions was now bedridden.

Seeing this, Chunxiang, relying on the fact that she had arrived at the Li family first, arrogantly said, "It is His Majesty's decree. Even if Miss is unwilling, she has no choice but to marry. Otherwise, if His Majesty blames us, I'm afraid none of us can bear the consequences."

That makes sense, but Li Daniu and his wife felt that it would be better for their daughter to marry a wealthy merchant in the city than to marry a servant of the crown prince.

At least wealthy families live in luxury and never have to worry about running out of money.

"Chunxiang, what is the monthly allowance for the Crown Prince's guards?"

Mrs. Li was currently short of money, so she unconsciously became more mindful of her finances.

"About three taels of silver! That's the price for the guards in the Marquis's residence anyway."

Chunxiang knew what Madam Li was thinking, so she deliberately chose to say the most unacceptable thing.

In fact, although the guards' monthly salary was only three taels, they had a lot of extra income. For example, when they went to do things for their masters, they could make a lot of money, but Chunxiang didn't want them to know.

Seeing their frantic state, Chunxiang was overjoyed. Why didn't she deliberately start a fire?

Three taels of silver?

Li Daniu could hardly believe his ears. Their family's expenses were more than three taels of silver. If they let their daughter marry into that family, how would they survive?

"No, no, Yingxue must not marry just a guard. We must find a way to do this."

Li Daniu shook his head with unwavering resolve, while Li Yingxue inside the room said, "I'd rather die than marry a guard."

From a young age, she aspired to be a person admired by all, but now she's being forced to marry a guard—what difference is there between that and taking her life?

"Miss is confused. Who said that marrying a guard means there's no future? It's just a temporary measure. Miss, have you forgotten whose side that guard works for?"

Although Fei'er was injured, it wasn't serious, so she was already by Li Yingxue's side when the imperial decree arrived.

Hearing Fei'er's words, Li Yingxue asked uncertainly, "Are you saying that after I marry into the family, I'll take the opportunity to get close to the Crown Prince?"

But she's already someone else's wife, would His Highness the Crown Prince even bother with her? What if he fails to seduce her and ends up hurting himself in the process?

Seeing Li Yingxue's hesitation, Fei'er quickly encouraged her, "What you can't have is always the best. His Highness the Crown Prince went to the Marquis's residence to propose marriage the very next day. Isn't that because His Highness cares about you, Miss? If you can express your feelings to the Crown Prince then, he will surely understand your predicament."

Fei'er's words were like a reassuring pill, calming Li Yingxue's restless heart.

Now she only has two paths before her: to marry or not to marry. The third option that has appeared now, although it may be a bit roundabout, is still worth a try.