The crown prince thought to himself: No wonder my father values me so much.
Xie Ju'an is calm and of good character. He was able to overcome such great difficulties. It seems that he is a reliable minister.
Princess Ningxin's elaborate schemes only increased the Crown Prince's positive opinion of Xie Ju'an.
Xu Ruyun received news that Xu Tingting had an accident and searched for her everywhere.
Princess Ningxin gave Xu Tingting an even more potent drug.
The drug she gave Xie Ju'an was meant to make him infatuated with her, while she herself remained clear-headed and rational.
The drug given to Xu Tingting caused her to lose her rationality and become frenzied, to the point that she would pounce on any man she saw and sexually assault him.
Xu Ruyun frantically searched for Xu Tingting: "Tingting, where are you? Tingting, you can't be hurt!"
Grand Tutor Chen patted Xu Ruyun's hand and searched with her, saying, "Madam, don't worry, Tingting will definitely be alright."
Xu Ruyun: "Yes, we absolutely can't let anything happen. Otherwise, how am I supposed to explain it to my older brother?"
The Crown Prince's faction was also frantically searching everywhere.
Xu Tingting felt something was wrong with herself after being drugged.
She was covered in sweat and had inappropriate thoughts about men whenever she saw them.
To stay awake, Xu Tingting dug her nails into her skin.
A few drops of blood seeped from her snow-white skin.
Xu Tingting also bit her lip with her teeth until it bled.
She managed to restrain herself, went to a pond, and jumped in without saying a word.
Xu Tingting cannot swim.
But she would rather die than do something shameful at her aunt's wedding banquet.
Xu Tingting took a few sips of water.
She silently said in her heart: I'm sorry, Mother! I'm sorry, Father! Your unfilial daughter is leaving first!
Xu Tingting closed her eyes in despair.
Just then, a head swam over.
It's Xie Ju'an!
Xie Ju'an was still under the effects of the medicine, and he wanted to soak in the water for a while longer to calm himself down.
But then he saw his beloved jump down.
Xie Ju'an quickly rescued Xu Tingting.
Fortunately, Xu Tingting only drank a few sips of water and was fine.
However, the effects of the drug on both of them were very strong at this time.
Xie Ju'an could no longer suppress his physical instincts and pounced on Xu Tingting.
The restraint he had shown towards Princess Ningxin had completely vanished.
If something were to happen, his only potential partner would be Xu Tingting.
Xu Tingting also had a good impression of Xie Ju'an, so she did not refuse at this time.
The two were inseparable.
Xie Ju'an excitedly said to Xu Tingting, "Tingting, I like you! I've liked you for a long time. I'm sorry for offending you today because I'm under the influence of the drug!"
Xu Tingting hooked her arm around Xie Ju'an's neck.
Chiu Chiu did a quick calculation with her fingers and couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Xiao Feng: "What are you laughing at, Master? Your cousin is about to get into trouble, aren't you worried?"
Chirp: "No rush, no rush. Maybe bad things can turn into good things."
With a flick of his finger, a large curtain suddenly appeared beside Xie Ju'an and Xu Tingting.
To avoid disturbing their good time, Chiu Chiu even set up a barrier around them, preventing anyone from getting close.
Xie Ju'an and Xu Tingting were deeply immersed in their sweet love.
An hour later, the two tidied their clothes and got up.
Xie Ju'an hugged Xu Tingting tightly and said with heartache, "Tingting, don't worry, I will take responsibility for you!"
Xu Tingting nestled shyly in Xie Ju'an's arms and said, "Then remember to come and marry me!"
Xie Ju'an nodded and said, "Definitely!"
Chiu Chiu calmly removed the curtains and the barrier around them.
Xie Ju'an pulled Xu Tingting's hand and stood up, saying, "It's getting late, let's hurry up! Otherwise, everyone will worry about us!"
After all the guests had left, Xu Ruyun still hadn't found Xu Tingting.
Xu Tingting's father, Xu Enci, was also anxious.
At this moment, Xie Ju'an walked over, holding Xu Tingting's hand tightly.
Xu Enci frowned when he saw the two holding hands.
Xie Ju'an knelt down before Xu Enci: "Father-in-law, please betroth Tingting to me! I, Xie Ju'an, promise that she will be the only one for me in this life, and I will treat her well!"
Xu Enci: "Xie Ju'an? That name sounds familiar."
Seeing this, Xu Ruyun finally understood why Qiuqiu wasn't in a hurry. She smiled and explained to her elder brother, "Brother, this is Xie Ju'an, a favorite of the Emperor! He is of upright character, and it's the right choice for Tingting to marry him!"
Xu Enci hesitated for a moment and said, "I've heard about his character. Tingting, are you willing to marry him?"
Xu Tingting looked at Xu Enci happily and said, "Yes, I do! I want to marry him!"
Xu Enci: "In that case, I have no objection! I respect my daughter's opinion."
Xu Tingting said happily, "Thank you, Daddy!"
Xie Ju'an also bowed happily: "Thank you, Father-in-law!"
Xu Enci said with a stern face, "Don't thank me so soon. The three letters and six rites, the eight-bearer sedan chair, the four betrothal gifts and five gold pieces—not a single one can be omitted!"
Xie Ju'an replied with a smile, "Of course! I will definitely not mistreat Tingting!"
Qi Junzhou patted Xie Ju'an happily and said, "You're really something! You've settled your marriage so quickly! I was worried that with your refined appearance, you wouldn't be able to hold your cousin's hand for a year or two."
Xie Ju'an chuckled: Brother, I can't tell you either, we've already made it a fait accompli.
Although Xu Enci had a stern face, she was actually very happy inside.
Since the incident at home, Xu Enci's biggest worry has been his daughter.
Xu Enci was afraid that her daughter would be influenced by her mother and might not be able to find a good family, thus ruining her lifelong happiness.
In retrospect, Xie Ju'an was a really good choice.
In the capital, Xie Ju'an was the dream lover of countless young girls.
Moreover, Xie Ju'an has a very good reputation and is upright and honest. Tingting will definitely be happy for the rest of her life with him.
There is nothing more joyful than having one's children's marriage settled.
Xu Enci: "Do you have any wine? Another glass, please!"
Xu Ruyun happily replied, "Yes, yes! There's plenty for today!"
Xie Ju'an also said, "I'll have a drink with my father-in-law too! Tomorrow I'll prepare the betrothal gifts and go to his house to ask for Tingting's hand in marriage!"
Xu Ruyun was also happy.
Her biggest worry was Tingting's marriage.
Now that the dust has settled, everyone can relax.
Grand Tutor Chen happily said, "Today is truly a double celebration! I have a suggestion: why not hold Junlin's wedding and Tingting's wedding together for a lively occasion? What do you think?"
The person with sharp ears nearby stopped as if a trigger had been set in motion upon hearing the word "marriage".
Then he ran up to Chen Taifu and asked, "Is your family still having a wedding? When? Can we have a feast? Don't forget to let me know!"
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