Chapter 28 Save Me...My Husband is Very Fierce
Elope?!
Jiang Yueying was completely stunned, her eyes wide open, unable to believe her ears.
This is ridiculous! Only a lecher would say such a thing.
"You, you're teasing a married woman!" Jiang Yueying's cheeks flushed. She mustered up the courage to shout, "Even if you saved me, you can't ask for repayment. My...my husband is very fierce. You'd better not have any improper thoughts."
She shrank her head and hid herself in her black cloak, like a little quail.
The pitiful tone didn't sound threatening at all.
The man behind him chuckled and laughed to himself for a moment before slowly explaining, "I was just joking. Don't take it seriously."
"I don't think it's funny." Jiang Yueying frowned and made her bottom line clear.
She is already married, and even if she has no feelings for Xie Yuting, she cannot flirt with other men casually.
She is not the frivolous type.
The swordsman quickened his pace and said, "I apologize for my rudeness, young lady. I hope you will forgive me."
Jiang Yueying muttered softly: "You know it's rude, but you still say..."
Seeing him dressed in cold black, with a black sword hanging from his waist, and an icy aura that kept strangers away, I thought the swordsman in cold black was a cold person. Who would have thought that the hero who upholds justice would flirt with a young lady? It really shows that you can't judge a book by its cover.
The mountain road was bumpy and the black horse was galloping along. Jiang Yueying grabbed the horse's mane tremblingly, and her face was covered with snowflakes.
The east was dimly lit and the sky was about to brighten.
She became increasingly worried. Even if she rushed back now, it would probably be too late...
The sound of horse hooves gradually became more intense, and the cold wind blew the two men's robes.
"Um...why don't you ask about my identity?" Jiang Yueying was a little worried that her identity as the Crown Princess would be exposed, and couldn't help but test it.
"You came to Mingquan Temple to pray for blessings, so you must be a lady from a high-ranking family. I've been wandering the world for many years, so I naturally know what kind of people to stay away from, so as not to bring trouble upon myself." The man replied in an orderly manner, "So you don't have to worry about me exploring your true identity. Some things, knowing too much, can only harm yourself. I'm not a fool."
Jiang Yueying breathed a sigh of relief, thinking that she was lucky to have met a sensible knight.
After galloping all the way, the horse stopped at the mountain behind Mingquan Temple.
In order to avoid suspicion, the other party could only escort her here.
The sky was turning pale, and the forest behind the mountain was silent.
Jiang Yueying took off her cloak and handed it to the other party, saying sincerely, "If there is a chance in the future, I will definitely repay the chivalrous man's kindness."
"I didn't save you for any reward. Goodbye."
The man wrapped himself in a cloak, grasped the reins, and rode away. In a few breaths, his figure disappeared in the vast white snow.
Jiang Yueying didn't have time to see him off, and hurriedly walked towards the courtyard of the temple's wing. Because her steps were too big, she almost slipped. She forced her tired body to move forward. The moment she stepped into the courtyard, her heart suddenly sank.
As expected, many noble ladies from aristocratic families gathered at the door of her room. The most arrogant one among them stood in the center, looking confident of victory.
I didn't catch up after all.
Seeing Jiang Yueying coming back, the others all looked at her secretly. Qin Wangyou hurriedly went up to her, showing just the right amount of surprise.
"Crown Princess, you... have you been out all night?"
Jiang Yueying sneered in her heart, why are you pretending?
"I'm going out for a walk. What does the Fourth Prince's Consort want to see me for?"
Qin Wangyou smiled with narrowed eyes: "Last night, I knocked on the Crown Princess's door but no one answered. I specially sent a maid to wait here until the Crown Princess returned to her room. I never expected that my maid would not come back to report until dawn."
The other noble ladies covered their mouths in surprise, as if they had heard a huge secret.
This place is a holy place for praying. Logically, one should stay indoors at night and concentrate on chanting scriptures and reciting Buddhist scriptures. However, the Crown Princess did not return all night. There must be something fishy going on.
They had no good impression of the princess from Jiang State, so they naturally believed what she said. With Princess Anyi's lawless nature, it was not surprising that she would do anything out of the ordinary.
Everyone was whispering, waiting to see a big show.
Jiang Yueying glanced around and didn't see Qing Ge and Pu Ling. Could it be that they went looking for her?
Fortunately, the two girls were smart and did not spread the news that they were kidnapped by criminals, otherwise they would not even have room for defense.
"Can't I just relax in the back mountains?" Jiang Yueying pretended to be calm. "I didn't expect the Fourth Princess to care about me so much that she even sent someone to guard my door."
She changed the subject and pointed the finger at Qin Wangyou.
The meaning is very clear. Instead of resting well late at night, you come to guard the door of someone else's room. Do you have ulterior motives?
Qin Wangyou said calmly, "I'm just concerned about the Crown Princess. After all, it was snowing heavily at night, and I was worried that you wouldn't be able to find your way home."
"Really? Then why didn't the Fourth Princess come looking for me?"
"Can't the Crown Princess blame me?"
Jiang Yueying didn't want to argue with her any longer, so she pretended to be tired and went back to her room to rest. Just as her hand was about to rest on the door frame, Qin Wangyou grabbed her slender wrist and said with a smile: "Crown Princess, where did you go last night? Why don't you tell us?"
"I told you I'm in the back mountain. Are you annoyed?"
Qin Wangyou hinted: "Since you are relaxing in the back mountains, why don't you bring a maid with you?"
She narrowed her narrow eyes, but her hands remained strong, showing an aggressive aura.
Jiang Yueying frowned, and her back was soaked with sweat as the north wind blew.
The two were on the verge of a fight, and the onlookers held their breath, waiting for the moment of outbreak.
"The Crown Princess doesn't want to tell you, is it because she feels guilty?" Qin Wangyou was like a cunning snake, staring at her with his erect pupils.
Jiang Yueying's feet were stuck to the ground and she couldn't move.
They stared at each other, neither giving an inch.
Someone was the one who fanned the flames and said with a smile, "Oh, maybe the Crown Princess just has her own little secret that she can't even tell her personal maid. Why is Sister Qin digging into it?"
This was said cleverly, seemingly to rescue Jiang Yueying, but in fact it nailed her down, making people imagine countless shameful secrets.
Jiang Yueying's eyes swept across the beautiful faces. They had smiling eyes, clever expressions, and acted so innocently.
It turns out that none of these noble ladies from aristocratic families are worth getting along with.
Everyone wanted to find something to hold against her and embarrass her.
Qin Wangyou continued, "The Crown Princess acts openly and honestly. What secret would she have to reveal at night without anyone knowing?"
The burning gaze focused on Jiang Yueying's face again. She swallowed, brushed off the other party's shackles, and was about to say a few harsh words when someone arrived late.
A gentle and warm voice sounded from behind them.
"Sorry I'm late."
Qu Qian came lightly with her dress fluttering, and behind her stood Qing Ge and Pu Ling.
Not only Qin Wangyou and others, but Jiang Yueying herself was also very surprised.
Why did her maid go to Qu Qianyi?
Qin Wangyou's smile froze: "Why is Sister Qu with the Crown Princess's maid?"
Qu Qianyi said calmly, "Last night I came to visit the Crown Princess to relax. I saw that her two little girls were good at stringing, so I wanted to ask for some advice. I've come back early this morning to return the favor. I didn't expect you ladies to be here too. What's going on?"
He lied without changing his expression, and his tone was so gentle that it seemed as if it were true.
She is the most talented woman in Kyoto, and her reputation among the noble ladies is exemplary. Even though everyone present has deep prejudices against the Crown Princess, they will not easily question what Qu Qianyi says.
How could Qu Qianyi, a model of a lady, lie to help the Jiang people?
The noble ladies around put away their surprise, and the gloating expressions on their faces mostly disappeared.
At this moment, the situation suddenly reversed.
Qin Wangyou gritted her teeth. She hadn't expected that Qu Qianyi was actually in cahoots with the Crown Princess. She was a traitor. Instead of being a good lady from a noble family, she came here to stir up trouble!
She took a deep breath and looked at Jiang Yueying.
Jiang Yueying was confused, her long eyelashes blinked, and gratitude was about to overflow from her round eyes.
Who would have thought that Qu Qianyi would be willing to give false testimony for her? If she was found out, it would affect her own reputation. It was really unexpected.
Jiang Yueying glanced at Pu Ling and saw that there were no extra wounds on the other person's body, and she felt relieved.
Fortunately, no innocent people were implicated.
"It's not that lively at all. I have to thank Miss Qu for taking me to the mountains last night."
The two smiled at each other, and the atmosphere was quite harmonious.
Seeing the two of them talking and laughing, Qin Wangyou's face became even darker, and his nails dug deep into his palms, almost scratching his flesh.
How could she easily avoid such a well-planned show?
She adjusted the pearl ornaments in her bun, her willow-shaped eyes drooping. "I had no idea the Crown Princess and Sister Qu had such a good relationship. I'm truly enviable. But there's one thing I'm confused about. Could the Crown Princess explain it to me?"
Every time Qin Wangyou smiled, he was planning something.
Jiang Yueying stiffened instinctively, feeling so nervous that she couldn't breathe.
How many tricks does she have? What kind of deep hatred does this person have against her that makes him keep biting her?
Qu Qianyi seemed to sense her nervousness, reached out and held her hand, gently patting the back of her trembling hand to comfort her.
Jiang Yueying glanced at her, then turned her gaze to Qin Wangyou. Her voice was dry and she pretended to be calm: "Fourth Princess, if you have anything to say, please speak directly."
"I'm very curious, why are there men's footprints in front of the door of the Crown Princess's chamber?" Qin Wangyou spoke each word with emphasis.
When these words were spoken, everyone was shocked.
The noble ladies watching all turned their eyes to the muddy ground in front of the wing room door. Beside the stone steps, there were indeed some large, messy footprints, which were obviously left by a man.
People gasped.
The guards usually stood at the entrance of the courtyard and would never go near the rooms where the women rested.
There were actually men's footprints here, and next to the men's footprints were women's small footprints, which made people think more.
Could it be that the Crown Princess is having an affair with someone? !
This is a matter of royal dignity. If it cannot be explained clearly, it may cause a bloody storm.
Fortunately, Jiang Yueying's face was so tense that she couldn't see any flaws. She raised her eyebrows and asked sternly, "Are you trying to frame me?"
"If the Crown Princess has a clear conscience, please tell me where you went last night. Did you stay with Sister Qu the whole night?" Qin Wangyou raised his eyebrows.
He seems to be determined to not give up until he achieves his goal.
Qu Qianyi's eyes darkened and she stepped forward, wanting to protect Jiang Yueying behind her.
At this time, a lively sound of stringed instruments was heard outside the courtyard, and the noble ladies who were familiar with the music had changed their expressions.
To show off their power, string music would usually only be played when that lawless ancestor appeared, but why was he appearing here...
Could it be an auditory hallucination?
As the sound got closer, someone strode over, fanning himself.
Against the backdrop of snow, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was dressed in an ice-blue robe with cloud patterns and wide sleeves, with golden piping on the collar, and a snow-white cloak on the outside. He stepped on the fallen leaves, smiling lazily and casually.
Xie Yuting raised his eyelids, glanced at the people in the courtyard, and said with a smile: "Hey, why are you all gathered in front of my Crown Princess's door?"
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