Chapter 55 He felt a little regretful
After entering the city, the two came to Zui Xiang Lou, and Pei Xingju ordered the three-fresh duck that Zhuang Wan loved.
The process of waiting for the food to be served was extremely long and difficult.
Zhuang Wan sat upright, while Pei Xingju sat in the chair opposite him, eyes closed. He looked as if he hadn't gotten enough rest the previous night, or perhaps he was troubled by some official business. As he closed his eyes, his brow furrowed slightly.
The atmosphere was quiet and tense.
After a while, Zhuang Wan said, "Actually, I was also at fault for what happened today."
Pei Xingju raised his eyes and asked, "What's wrong?"
He looked inexplicably like a serious parent, and Zhuang Wan subconsciously sat up straight.
Licking her lips, she continued, "I was wrong to argue with Jiang Shan, otherwise it wouldn't have become such a big deal."
"In that case, why do you bother with her?"
"I couldn't help myself at the time. She kept provoking me. If I don't deal with her, won't I just spoil her in the future?"
Zhuang Wan was not one to tolerate. If someone hit her, she would definitely fight back. She remembered a boy in elementary school who kept pulling her hair. After enduring it several times, she finally gave him a good beating after school one day. From then on, the boy avoided her whenever he saw her.
After traveling to this era, she also thought about taking a step back and having a broader horizon. But Jiang Shan's character really made it impossible for her to retreat. If she retreated, she would dare to challenge him next time.
Privately, she felt that she had done nothing wrong, but since the matter had become so serious and Pei Xingju was the one who ended it, she figured she had to show an attitude of admitting her mistakes.
How could Pei Xingju not see what she was thinking? This look clearly showed that she was honestly admitting her mistakes but refusing to repent.
"Do you know where you would be if I hadn't come today?" he asked.
Zhuang Wan was silent.
"When dealing with people, one should know that patience comes first. Drawing a sword when faced with humiliation is a display of cowardice. Only by thinking twice before acting can one ensure safety." Pei Xingju reprimanded, "Your recklessness is bound to bring disaster upon you."
"Things are different now. Do you still think you're the eldest daughter of the Zhuang Mansion?"
Zhuang Wan felt a little sore in her nose.
She tried to hold it in, secretly cursing herself for being less and less motivated. Wasn't it just a few scoldings? Hadn't she been scolded less when she was in school?
He is Pei Xingju!
Tolerate!
But I couldn't help it, my eyes got hot.
She had had enough of this shabby place. She was bullied but couldn't fight back, not because she was incapable, but because she had no right to fight back. She had to endure it and live a cowardly life.
If her parents were here, they would never act like Pei Xingju. Instead, they would encourage her: "If others bully you, don't tolerate it, don't be afraid. Just fight back. If anything goes wrong, your parents will cover for you."
But why should she blame Pei Xingju? Pei Xingju was not her parents nor was he related to her. She had no right to blame him, let alone complain about him. He had just cleaned up the mess for her, so he deserved to scold her.
In a moment, a warm tear fell and landed on the back of her hand, burning her.
Zhuang Wan quickly turned away to cover up.
"I understand. I won't be reckless again."
After thinking for a moment, he added, "Thank you for helping me today. Although I don't understand why you did this, I still owe you a favor."
Pei Xingju's fingers silently fell beside the teacup, trembling slightly.
He felt a little regretful that he had spoken too harshly just now.
She was only seventeen years old, had just lost her parents and brother, and had just experienced the destruction of her family. She was not Pei Xingju, so why should she endure like him?
After a moment, he said: "You don't owe me anything. It's my responsibility to make it up to you for the past..."
"Can you please not mention the past?" Zhuang Wan interrupted.
What could he make up for? There was nothing in the past; she had simply lied to him.
The more he mentioned it, the more guilty she felt.
There was emotion in her words, like impatience or something else.
Pei Xingju paused and remained silent for a long time.
The meal was silent and long, and it was already noon when we finally finished.
Guard Lu hurried here and said, "Sir, someone from the palace is here, please wait for me at home."
"What's the matter?" Pei Xingju asked.
"It is said that the Marquis of Cheng'en has brought the case to the Emperor, and the Emperor has sent someone to invite you to the palace."
Upon hearing this, Zhuang Wan felt insecure and stood up worriedly.
Pei Xingju glanced at her slowly and said gently, "Although my previous words were a bit harsh, they were not necessarily bad. If I were here, I would definitely protect you. But I'm not always here, so it's better for you to be more cautious."
Zhuang Wan nodded obediently and said "hmm".
"Let Jingzhe take you back. Don't worry, I will take care of this matter myself."
After saying that, he walked out the door.
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Meanwhile, Princess Wu Jing returned to the city and discovered that Chen Yi was still following her.
She turned around angrily and said, "Why are you following me? I hate you following me."
"You are not allowed to follow me!" She pointed at the group of guards and said, "If anyone dares to follow me again, I will chop him down!"
The guards looked at each other and took a step back, not daring to disobey.
Chen Yi was speechless. He really wanted to tie up the spoiled Princess Wu Jing with a rope and starve her for three days until she became obedient.
Did she think he wanted to follow?
The emperor entrusted Pei Xingju with the task of receiving the envoys from the State of Lu, but Pei Xingju refused to do the job. He spent the whole day trying hard to please the princess.
Is it easy for him?
"Where are you going, Princess?" Shen Yi asked.
"Who cares where this princess goes?"
"Of course, I have no say in this matter. However, it's unsafe for a beautiful princess to go out on the street alone. If she's coveted by some unscrupulous person, wouldn't she be in trouble?"
Princess Wu Jing touched her face and thought that what he said made sense.
Then he looked at Chen Yi with a mixture of suspicion and disdain: "But you look frail and weak, with not much flesh on your body. You are not capable of protecting this princess."
“…”
Chen Yi smiled patiently and said, "Princess, you are wrong. I have lived in the capital for a long time and I do have some connections."
"What connections?"
"If anything happens to the princess, I can run and call for help."
“…”
Princess Wu Jing turned and left.
Chen Yi continued to follow with a numb expression. He was really afraid that Princess Wu Jing would cause some trouble in the capital. After all, the Queen Mother's birthday was coming soon and there was no room for trouble.
Look, today is the best example. When no one was watching, such a big commotion happened.
Princess Wu Jing was in a bad mood today. She wanted to marry Pei Xingju, but he ignored her. Even more infuriating was the fact that Zhuang Wan was prettier than her, and aside from her archery skills, she was no less impressive in every other way.
After a while, she turned around and asked: "Master Shen, is there any wine shop nearby?"
"You want to drink?"
"I can't drink?"
"Yes, yes, yes." Chen Yi nodded hurriedly, hoping that she would drink more so that when she got drunk, she could go back to the clubhouse and take a nap so that he could feel more relaxed.
"I'll take you there," Chen Yi said. "If you want to drink, come to me. I know all the wines in the capital. The most famous is Osmanthus Wine, which is fragrant and mellow. There's also Fu Yuchun, which has a nice name but is extremely strong."
Princess Wu Jing nodded: "Then drink Fu Yuchun."
"Huh?"
"Is it strange?" Princess Wu Jing raised her chin. "This princess likes strong things, such as alcohol and men. Everything should be strong."
Shen Yi smiled.
I secretly rejoice that I am a gentle, elegant and handsome man.
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