Chapter fifty-six
Following the guard's announcement, the person outside the hall bowed as they entered: "I am Yunzhi, honored to meet the City Lord and the Deputy."
Yunzhi had a very fresh face and was wearing all the latest fashions, exuding a youthful air. She complained indignantly, "Sir, what I saw outside is simply unbelievable! Why is it that I'm still young, yet people outside are trying to persuade me to get married and have children as soon as possible? And the matchmaker who came to our house even came uninvited, offering food and bribes. She's completely disgusting, yet she doesn't even realize it. And she expects me to treat her with respect?"
"Ah, this time I went out and didn't live in the place that was assigned to me on the list. I found a place to live on my own, but a lot of people out there don't think the same way I do. What's wrong with living alone? Why aren't my neighbors as smart as Kuncheng? I've reinstalled my door nicely, and I have a dog that fights me, but their homes aren't as safe as mine. Why do they always say such terrible things like 'slutty'?"
"Also, when I go out shopping, there are always disgusting men hanging around me, saying things that make me angry. I even wait for a deserted place and beat them up, but others still think I'm being bullied?"
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Yunzhi started bumbling away, then sighed in frustration. "Ah, people outside are so strange! It's lively, but I'd rather live where everyone is. Lord City Lord, am I right? Can...can I just stay in the city and not go out?"
"Of course," Orange Pi said, surprisingly serious. Her words were like a reassurance, bringing a smile back to Yun Zhi's anxious face. "But—" Orange Pi said, tempting the young man with a smile, "Don't you want to experience the mundane world described in books anymore? Don't you want to see with your own eyes how the waves crash onto the beach? Don't you want to climb higher cliffs and cross deeper rivers?"
Chengpi's question struck Yunzhi's heart like a bolt of lightning. Yes, the oath she had made and the dream she had written down were so easily shattered by the malice of outsiders.
"Then... what should I do...?" Yunzhi hesitated. She wanted to experience the vicissitudes of life that the master talked about, and she also wanted to see the endless vast ocean. She also wanted to explore other mountains and forests, to see with her own eyes what kind of sunrise and sunset there were on higher mountains, and how turbulent and violent the longer rivers were. She really wanted to see all these.
Yunzhi murmured, "I want to go out...but, but those..."
Chengpi couldn't help but laugh out loud at Yunzhi's pensive expression. "Hahahaha, alright. This City Lord knew you wouldn't give up the idea of leaving. Every child who goes out against instructions has to go through this kind of doubt. Go find Qingsong for arrangements. She'll take you to a suitable place that's more suitable for people who've just left Kuncheng to stay temporarily. If you have any questions, ask the leader, she'll give you the answers."
"Okay! Thank you, Lord City Lord! Lord Deputy, here I come~" Yunzhi cheered up and no longer looked bitter and resentful. She happily followed Qingsong out of Chaori Hall.
"She's still a spoiled child," Chengpi asked Wen Weili happily, watching Yunzhi's determined departure. "Sister Weili, how is our Kuncheng child?"
"Very tenacious and very smart." Wen Weili replied. She thought that even if Yunzhi didn't come to Chengpi for help, those teachers and companions would sooner or later help her solve the doubts in her heart.
"Hehe, so do you want to stay in Kuncheng for a while? The weather is getting cold soon, and it's troublesome and inconvenient to go out. It's nice to stay here and enjoy the hustle and bustle~" Chengpi was a little nervous. She was looking forward to Wen Weili staying, but the autumn climate was actually very suitable for going out, so she could only think of an excuse to keep Wen Weili.
Wen Weili did not reveal this: "It is what I really want, but I dare not ask for it. I am very honored."
After lunch, Wen Weili and Chengpi went to the back hall of the City Lord's Mansion. The back hall was decorated as a huge study, named Zhenhongzhai. As soon as they entered the door, a long desk ran through the hall, with many books, papers, pens, inks, ink pads and other various writing supplies placed in order.
Behind the desk is a wall of books, divided into many small squares by wooden boards. Some of the squares have small curtains hanging, perhaps where valuable items are placed. Some of the uncovered squares are piled with books, some are scattered with scrolls, and some are filled with jade for appreciation.
In the corner stands an incense burner, from which emanates a faint fragrance of tea. Opposite is a bonsai pine with outstretched branches, which is quite interesting.
The guards filed in, carefully bringing a large pile of official documents. Chengpi looked at Wen Weili rather embarrassedly, and smiled innocently: "Hehe... Weili sister, I've been very busy these days, so, so I can't finish reading all of this, uh..."
Chengpi whimpered and secretly glanced at Wen Weili, worried that she would just wave her hand and leave.
But Wen Weili still had a faint smile on her face, neither angry nor annoyed: "Lord City Lord, I will help." Wen Weili knew in her heart that it might just be a coincidence that there were so many official duties, but Chengpi might not have the intention of letting her stay.
The meaning of 'Destiny' is clear enough. I hope Fumi-ri will understand, participate, and even join or become...
But Wen Weili really wanted to get deeper into it now, whether it was Hong Zhang's reaction when she heard the name, or the wonders that Kun Cheng showed her. Perhaps it was even unknown how long ago, the people of "Destiny" knew that she would be attracted to such a "Destiny" and were willing to stay.
Orange Pi was so moved that she almost cried: "That's great, Wei Li! With your help, we will be able to finish these things quickly."
The guards tidied the table, saluted to Chengpi, and then left the study. At this moment, only Chengpi and Wen Weili were left in this huge study.
Wen Weili picked up a scroll and saw the words "water conservancy" written on the cover. She then asked Chengpi, "Lord City Lord, do you know how to handle things like water conservancy?"
"Of course," Chengpi said proudly. She had been very smart since she was a child. She studied very hard and passed many examinations and selections to become the Lord of Kuncheng. "In Kuncheng, if you want to be an official, you have to learn a lot of things. You won't even have time to go out and play."
"But don't worry, I'll teach you. There are a lot of little tricks I'll pass on to you!" Orange Pi told Wen Weili seriously, "It actually looks complicated, but I have a lot of talented people under me who specialize in certain areas. They've done more in-depth research. As long as I can understand it and approve it, that's all that matters~"
"I see. Thank you very much for your guidance, Lord City Lord."
"Hehehehe, you're welcome."
After saying that, Chengpi really taught Wen Weili very carefully how to handle the affairs of the city.
The sky is as blue as the autumn begins. The warm autumn sun shines through the window onto the corner of the desk. The mountains and rivers flow by, and the atmosphere is harmonious.
Suddenly, Wen Weili's voice rang out: "Lord City Lord, do you know Mei Wuchen?"
"Of course I know... How can I say I don't know?" Orange Pi made a bitter face. She didn't expect Wen Weili to ask this question at this time. Of course, she was completely unprepared. "Are you sure you want to know this now? It's not that I can't tell you, it's just for your own good~"
"Even if it's for my own good," Wen Weili laughed sarcastically, "There are so many people who claim to be doing this for my own good. Do you want to be one of them?"
Orange Peel sighed softly. "Well, even if you didn't stay here, you could have asked the leader at the foot of the mountain, and he would have told you. But, you didn't trust us at that time, did you?"
"Yes, you think differently from me." Wen Weili's answer made Chengpi smile. Wen Weili's meaning was very clear. She didn't trust him at that time, but she trusts him now, so she has the courage to find out the truth.
"Hmm...where do I begin? This is a story that could be long or short. Where do you want to start?"
Wen Weili blurted out: "Just how did she become the eldest lady of the Wen Mansion from Mei Wuchen?"
Chengpi seemed to understand what Wen Weili was worried about and couldn't help but comfort her, "Don't worry, she is indeed your mother. This is her decision. She is willing to marry Master Wen and is willing to keep you in the Wen Mansion for the sake of her wishes."
"Really? That's good." Wen Weili smiled faintly, "So mother 'voluntarily' met father, right?" Wen Weili emphasized the word 'voluntarily'. She was a little suspicious. Is it just a coincidence?
"Of course not," Orange Pi shook his head. "This is a mission that only very strong warriors can complete. Wu Chen is the strongest person in the team. She was the only one who fought for the mission of infiltrating the Wen Mansion, and she completed it perfectly!"
"Ah, it's a mission..." Wen Weili's tone was a little dazed.
"Sister Wei Li...", Chengpi knew very well that the truth was like a sharp knife, so 'Destiny' was unwilling to stab their child with this knife too early, but Wen Wei Li had grown very tall and big, and she had the right to know the truth, even if the truth was hurtful.
Chengpi originally wanted to wait until Wen Weili was more determined before telling her everything, but there is no perfect plan in this world. Wen Weili began to doubt at some point, and Hongzhang's reaction gave Wen Weili greater certainty - her mother must be related to "destiny". Instead of letting Wen Weili get the truth after getting hurt, it is better to tell her right away.
"Lord City Lord, I want to go back and rest first." Wen Weili walked out of the study quickly without waiting for Chengpi to answer. Qingsong and Chengpi exchanged glances, then followed Wen Weili and sent her back to the west courtyard to rest.
Wen Weili lay on her back on the bed, and scenes from her childhood flashed through her mind as Chengpi's words came to mind. No wonder her mother never cared about the power in the backyard, no wonder her mother had such a strange attitude towards her, no wonder her mother was always in contact with all kinds of people. It turned out that marrying into the Wen family was just her mission, and giving birth to her was also a mission, and her mother completed the mission very well.
But what about me? I could have grown up in Kuncheng, lived a happy life there... It's so hard... Wen Weili's heart was filled with painful thoughts. She couldn't help but think about what life would be like if her mother hadn't left her in the Wen Mansion. She could live a carefree and free life with her mother, instead of being deeply overwhelmed by that suffocating feeling since childhood.
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