Chapter 91 Zhao Yu: The First Day of Self-Conquest
Xu Chumian had been standing outside for a long time today, and the old injury on her leg was flaring up again. As soon as she took a step, she felt a piercing pain in her foot and knee.
Xiao Tao immediately stepped forward to support her: "Miss, I'll apply some compress to your feet in a moment."
"Miss Xu, are you alright?"
Xu Chumian shook her head. "It's okay, you guys go down first, I can do it myself."
Xu Chumian hadn't noticed this when she last visited Wenju, but now, looking at the faces of the two maids, her brows furrowed slightly.
When did you arrive at Lanyun Academy?
"She was assigned here shortly before the girl last came to Lanyun Courtyard."
In her previous life, when she first came to Wenju, there were also two maids serving her in the courtyard.
Later, the two maids took turns causing trouble. One of them said behind Xu Chumian's back that she was a vixen, and the other did not take good care of Xu Chumian and was kicked out by Zhao Yu.
The two maids were very perceptive.
"This servant is Qiu Niang."
"This servant girl drinks winter wine."
Upon entering the restroom, Xu Chumian's jumbled thoughts instantly froze.
The restroom was filled with Zhao Yu's belongings, from top to bottom.
The large towel and undergarment that Xu Chumian needed were hung on the other shelf.
Xu Chumian gripped the screen and sneered, "Shameless scoundrel!"
The two maids recognized who it was, their faces turned pale, and they lowered their heads, not daring to speak.
In just a few days, Wenjuli was filled with many things that women would use.
"Miss Wen, please take a bath first, lest you catch a cold later."
Xu Chumian frowned. "Thank you for your help, but I'd like to change rooms."
She didn't want to stay in a place with too many traces of Zhao Yu.
Xiao Tao listened to Xu Chumian the most, and asked the two of them, "Are there any extra rooms?"
The autumn brewers and winter winemakers looked at each other, saying, "There's another room in the courtyard. Why don't you stay there?"
Xu Chumian: "Are there any other courtyards?"
“Miss Xu, ever since you left last time, the young master has ordered the courtyards in the mansion to be renovated, and the rest are still under construction.”
Xu Chumian frowned. "Then let's go next door."
She can't stay in Wenju for long.
On the other side.
Zhao Yu went to the front yard, where he took a bath and changed his clothes. Doctor Chen bandaged his wounds and, looking at his pale and gloomy face, couldn't help but say, "Young Master, in just a few dozen days, look how many wounds you've accumulated on your body?"
Fortunately, the Duchess is unaware of this yet.
"Why can't we talk things out instead of resorting to violence?"
"Fortunately, the sword missed its mark and was just a little short of the heart. You'll need to rest in the manor for a while. You should postpone other things as much as possible. You can't push yourself too hard and break it open. Even an iron body can't withstand such abuse."
Zhao Yu did not respond. He leaned back casually in his chair, his deep, unfathomable gaze fixed on the heavy snow outside.
Just then, a maid came to report that Xu Chumian wanted to change rooms.
Zhao Yu scoffed coldly: "Whatever."
No matter how much Xu Chumian jumped around and made a fuss, she couldn't leave the mansion.
He gave Xu Chuming too much freedom.
It's fine for her to throw a tantrum for two or three months, but Xu Chumian actually developed the idea of marrying Xiao Qingyan.
He, Zhao Yuren, is not dead yet.
Xu Chumian wanted to remarry.
Even if he dies, he can only be the widow by Xu Chumian's side.
Zhao Yu's expression grew increasingly grim.
Doctor Chen remained silent, and Guan Yan brought over the prepared herbal medicine.
A moment later, a maid rushed over and said urgently, "Young Master, Miss Xu has fainted. Please ask Doctor Chen to come and take a look."
The man's gaze sharpened, and he quickly rushed over.
After leaving the bathroom, Xu Chumian fainted before she even reached the bedside.
The person on the bed was sleeping peacefully, but even with their eyes closed, their brows were furrowed.
In just a few days, Xu Chumian had lost even more weight.
Zhao Yu sat on the edge of the bed, his expression unreadable.
Doctor Chen took her pulse and said, "Miss Xu was just so angry today that she fainted because she felt tightness in her chest. She's also worried. A few doses of medicine will help her recover. In the coming days, she must not get angry again."
In short, Xu Chumian was so angry with Zhao Yu that she fainted.
Doctor Chen coughed lightly and looked at Zhao Yu.
When it comes to pursuing girls, who would choose someone like Zhao Yu? He's always getting on people's nerves. No wonder he's unlikely to win Miss Xu's heart.
Zhao Yu's eyes turned cold. "How long will it take for him to wake up?"
"It will take about two hours. Once she has a good sleep and her energy is replenished, she will be fine. After the medicine is ready, feed it to her and then you don't need to worry about her anymore."
Zhao Yu responded with a "hmm".
The people inside quickly left.
Zhao Yu came to the bedside, placed his palm on Xu Chumian's face and paused, keeping a distance without touching her.
His face and features were still the same as Zhao Yu's, but his eyes had changed.
Those eyes, once brimming with love, are now filled only with disgust and indifference.
Zhao Yu's eyes held a hint of sarcasm. He neither accepted nor understood what he had done that had caused Xu Chumian to cast him into the abyss of hell.
There is still a long time to go, and Chu Mian will always remember their past.
Even if she doesn't forgive him, it doesn't matter. As long as he's still by her side, he will marry her and give Xu Chumian everything she wants.
Zhao Yu slipped under the covers from the side.
Several hand warmers were placed beside her legs, and the bed was warm, but her feet were icy cold.
Zhao Yu took off his outer robe, frowned, and pressed on the acupoints on her calves for a long time until the blood flowed through her feet. Then he put Xu Chumian's feet in his arms to warm them.
Soon it got dark outside, and the wind and snow continued to fall. Inside the house, the underfloor heating was on, and only one candle was lit.
The dim lighting made the woman's cheeks appear even more radiant.
Qiu Niang quietly entered the house and brought over the medicinal soup.
Although Xu Chumian was unconscious, fortunately her teeth were not clenched, and the medicine was still successfully fed to her.
Zhao Yu gently wiped the corners of her lips with a hot towel.
Xu Chumian woke up a quarter of an hour later.
She opened her eyes and was met with darkness. She quickly noticed something strange about her legs. She turned her gaze slightly and saw the man's vague outline.
Zhao Yu's voice was deep and hoarse, "Awake?"
Xu Chumian immediately withdrew her foot, her brows furrowed. "You don't have to do that."
Zhao Yu approached, his eyes cold and sharp.
"What if Xiao Qingyan were here?"
Xu Chumian found Zhao Yu utterly unreasonable. She glared at him and asked, "What does this have to do with Qingyan?"
Qingyan?
Zhao Yu laughed, then grabbed the woman's chin, unleashing his long-suppressed anger.
"What relationship? If I hadn't arrived today, if news of the Prince of Ding's heir hadn't come, would you two have been going to the bridal chamber tonight?"
Zhao Yu's face was full of anger, and every word he uttered struck Xu Chumian's eardrums hard.
Xu Chumian's chest heaved, her face flushed red with anger at Zhao Yu.
Not everyone is as despicable as you!
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yu smiled.
“Yes, only Xiao Qingyan is of the highest moral character. I am the one who disturbed you.” Zhao Yu’s eyes reddened. He stared into Xu Chumian’s eyes and said, “Xu Chumian, during the time I was away from the capital, did you ever think that it would be best if I died out there, so that no one could disturb you anymore?”
As soon as she finished speaking, Xu Chumian raised her hand and slapped Zhao Yu across the face.
"roll!"
Even when she hated Zhao Yu the most, Xu Chumian never thought of it that way.
Xu Chumian's childhood was full of hardships. People in the Xu family wanted to harm her, and sorcerers outside also deceived her. Only after meeting Zhao Yu in her previous life did her wandering heart find a moment of peace. When Xu Chumian liked someone, she gave him her whole heart. Even if things changed in the end, she could not deny the kindness Zhao Yu had shown her in the past.
The same applies to this life. Xu Chumian tried her best to avoid the Zhao family and Zhao Yu, but if it weren't for Zhao Yu, Mu Mu's illness wouldn't have healed so quickly. When she was being pressured by Zhao Chenyu, it was Zhao Yu who came to save her. Even when she was in prison, it was Zhao Yu who appeared.
Xu Chumian no longer wanted to be with Zhao Yu, but she couldn't ignore the kindness Zhao Yu had shown her.
Tears streamed down her face as she bit her lip. "I never thought that way."
Zhao Yu stared at her slightly damp eyelashes, feeling inwardly annoyed, but his tone remained firm.
"It's not the best, otherwise I don't know what I would have done."
With tears blurring her vision, Xu Chumian softened her voice, "Zhao Yu, please let me go. I've said it before, I don't want to live the life I had in my past life again."
Zhao Yu brushed the dampness from her face, his voice slightly mocking: "Where do you think you'd go if you weren't here? The Prince of Ding has rebelled, and while things appear calm on the surface of the capital, several major forces are locked in a stalemate behind the scenes. You and Xiao Qingyan used to have a close relationship. Do you think those people will let you go, or that His Majesty will dispel his doubts about you?"
"Chumian, you're still taking Mumu with you. Are you going to continue living a life of hiding and running away?"
Zhao Yu's voice was persuasive, "You said before that you wanted to go back to Jiangnan and find a quiet town to live in. Once things in the capital are settled, we'll go to Jiangnan, how about that?"
Not good.
It's not good at all.
Xu Chumian sneered: "After saying all that, you still want to imprison me."
Xu Chumian didn't want to see Zhao Yu at all. She lifted the covers and was about to get out of bed when someone behind her grabbed her wrist.
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