Chapter 226 That Glance, So Tender

Pei Jian always knew that Nian Xi was going to leave the capital.

He tried to redeem himself and beg for mercy.

I don’t know why, even though she was just out visiting relatives or traveling, Pei Jian was afraid that she would leave and never come back.

Love is about gains and losses.

In the past, his determination and self-confidence were not because of himself, but because of the sense of security that Nian Xi gave him. And when her eyes no longer lingered on him, he, Pei Jian, was just an ordinary man in the world.

Pei Jian only found out about Zhou Yanli's feelings for Nian Xi a few days ago.

How terrible.

There was a man who, for decades, had been quietly watching, waiting, and spying on his life, always ready to strike.

He was still proud of his own integrity, but he never thought that the temptations Nianxi faced were no less than his.

Zhou Yanli has not married yet.

In terms of her conduct, background, and even appearance, Nianxi possessed the same qualities that represent a woman as he did as a man. Moreover, she was gentle and considerate.

Facing such a Nian Xi, is he the only one who is moved?

Impossible.

Many people like her.

He made another mistake.

Pei Jian once regarded his loyalty to his bottom line as something worth boasting about, but where he couldn't see, Nian Xi did better.

It is undeniable that Zhou Yanli is younger and more handsome than him.

He could even imagine how hard Zhou Yanli would work to win her favor.

It's like a peacock in a garden, trying hard to show itself and spreading its feathers.

There is really nothing to boast about him.

The only thing to be thankful for is that Nian Xi chose him.

When the court meeting was over that day, Pei Jian learned that Nian Xi had already left the capital. He did not even bother to take off his court clothes. He left the palace and rode his horse to the ferry.

When going to Jinling, I must go to Fengling Ferry to take a boat.

Pei Jian didn't know whether he could keep Nian Xi, but he suddenly felt that he had been too reserved before, and there were many things in his heart that he had not had time to say.

When he put embroidered shoes on Nianxi that day, he seemed to think she still looked the same as she did back then.

As for myself, I have been working hard on paperwork these years and my face is already haggard.

I heard that there are many talented people in Jinling, and Zhou Yanli's appearance is unique in the capital.

What if there are many men in the south who are as handsome and dignified as Zhou Yanli?

Nian Xi is someone who cares most about appearance.

The more he thought about it, the more uneasy he felt.

He just rode his horse as fast as he could and arrived at the ferry at dusk.

At Fengling Ferry, the sea is calm and peaceful under the setting sun, so where can I find the beautiful lady?

Is she gone?

He was one step late again.

Pei Jian was filled with disappointment.

He was so worried that he didn't even think that if he rode as fast as he could, even if Nian Xi set out early in the morning, she would not be late at all.

He was just thinking in his mind, what reason should he use to coax Nianxi to come back at the next ferry?

It was not until then that Pei Jian realized how much harm his previous busyness and indifference had caused her.

If he were not the prime minister today, he would not have such great authority and responsibility. He could just charter another ship and go find Nianxi.

It is no longer like it is now, staring at the flowing water, helpless.

Pei Jian once thought that he was the one who supported their family.

But that’s not the case. This home was given to him by Nian Xi. Without her, no matter how well he did or how high he climbed, he would still be alone.

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In order to reach the ferry early, Li and Nianxi set out at dawn.

Unexpectedly, the road was blocked and the official road was under repair, so the Wen family's carriage had to turn around and find another longer route to bypass.

This back and forth delayed time.

Fortunately, they had chartered a boat long ago, and the gifts were transported to the ship early in the morning, so even if they were late, it would not have much impact.

After just a whole day of riding in a carriage, I felt almost exhausted.

Nian Xi just felt pain all over her body.

Li was full of energy. "You are just used to living in luxury. How can you be so tired?"

Thinking of you without saying a word.

Many times, she also felt that her petite body was a problem.

Then, I couldn't help but think of that person.

Li asked, "Does he know that you are leaving this time?"

Nian Xi shook her head and asked, "Why should I tell him?"

That day in the Treasure Pavilion, Li was the closest, and she saw clearly how Pei Jian treated Nian'er.

Just by looking at that Jing'er, she knew that there was no way these two could be separated.

It's just that the gap is too deep that I keep trying.

But children and grandchildren have their own blessings, and she, as a mother, is not prepared to persuade them.

If they like to torment themselves, let them torment themselves.

There is a lot of energy and effort to say that you are young!

The mother and daughter chatted with each other and finally arrived at the ferry at dusk.

As soon as they got off the carriage, Xingyue motioned Nianxi to look forward.

Nian Xi raised her head and Pei Jian turned around.

I was stunned for a moment.

They looked at each other.

He was still wearing his official robe, but the crown on his head was a little askew and he looked tired, as if he had not expected to see her. He was stunned for a long while, which was rare.

Then he walked over and took the initiative to explain, "I heard you were leaving, so I came to see you off."

Nian Xi didn't know what expression she should have at this moment.

Because Pei Jian's expression didn't seem like he was seeing someone off, but rather like he was being abandoned. He looked like a homeless dog, and even his usually upright waist seemed to have slumped for some reason.

For some reason, she turned her head away and burst out laughing.

Li was the elder who had good sense. She patted her lower back and said to herself, "I've been sitting in the car all day. My waist is so tired. Help me to rest for a while."

Li left with a bunch of maids and old women.

Only Nian Xi and Pei Jian were left.

"You thought I was gone?" she asked.

Pei Jian was silent for a moment, then nodded, "I miscalculated the time."

Just now, in front of Li, he was cautious and couldn't directly ask Nianxi not to leave, so in desperation he said he would see her off.

Now that I've said it, it's hard to undo it.

For some reason, he was nervous.

Maybe it was the look Nianxi gave him just now——

That look was so gentle.

It was like going back to those years when she and he were still in love.

He had rehearsed his speech before he came.

I knew this was a good time to speak, but before I could say anything, I was choked by his saliva.

Pei Jian tried to suppress his cough, but the more he tried, the more uncomfortable it became, and he couldn't stop. He turned his back in a wolfish manner, bent over, and coughed to catch his breath.

"What's wrong?"

Nian Xi was standing beside him, and seeing him coughing like this, she subconsciously reached out and patted him on the back.

However, when her hand touched his back, they were both stunned.

Pei Jian almost tensed up in an instant. Even through the material of his official uniform, he could still feel her body temperature, spreading along the bones of her body along the places where the hand touched.

Nian Xi also paused.

She wanted to withdraw her hand, but he grabbed it.

The words that were suppressed in my heart came out naturally, "Nianxi, I'm sorry."

She smiled and said softly, "What is it?"

"Everything." Pei Jian said harshly, "About all my mistakes. Nianxi, I owe you an apology."

"It's all over." Nian Xi looked at him and shook her head slightly.