Chapter 129 Ex-Fiancée
As soon as she said those words, Meng Jinyao regretted it. She wished she could sew her mouth shut beforehand so she wouldn't say such unpleasant things, which was so despicable as to reopen old wounds.
Gu Jingxi was taken aback by these words, finding the girl's question rather strange. He glanced at her with a odd expression before replying calmly, "I never asked for it."
Never asked?
Meng Jinyao was slightly taken aback. What did "never asked" mean? Did it mean she wanted to ask, but hadn't taken any action yet, so she hadn't asked?
She suddenly felt a little sorry for Gu Jingxi.
This man was exceptionally talented, handsome, and came from a very good family, but because of a hidden illness, he didn't dare to pursue the girl he loved, and in the end, he missed his chance.
Gu Jingxi felt uncomfortable under her pitying gaze, not understanding why the young girl suddenly felt sorry for him. He asked thoughtfully, "Madam, have you misunderstood something?"
Meng Jinyao hurriedly shook her head, denying it outright: "I didn't, husband, don't overthink it."
The girl's eyes darted around, and she didn't dare to look him in the eye. She was probably feeling guilty and not telling the truth.
Gu Jingxi frowned slightly and asked again, "Madam, we are husband and wife, what can't we talk about?"
Meng Jinyao hesitated, "Will my husband be angry if I tell him?"
Upon hearing this, Gu Jingxi raised an eyebrow: "What did you do wrong?"
Meng Jinyao quickly shook her head: "I didn't do anything."
"Then why should I be angry?"
Gu Jingxi chuckled helplessly as he spoke, not understanding what this girl was thinking. They had been married for some time now, and he had never been angry with her. He considered himself to have indulged her in everything, after all, she was young, and he didn't need to argue with her about small things, while he could make his own decisions on important matters without her having to worry about them.
Meng Jinyao carefully replied, "Husband, I saw that set of plum blossom-patterned mutton-fat jade headdress in the study this morning." After speaking, she raised her eyes to observe the changes in Gu Jingxi's expression.
Gu Jingxi was stunned. He saw the little girl staring at him intently, as if trying to see the emotions she wanted to see on his face.
A moment later, he suddenly remembered what happened the night before last. When Ningdong served him rice, she rudely placed the bowl in front of him. The little girl had come to Ningdong's rescue, saying that she was affected by thinking of her deceased elders, and he believed her.
Considering the current situation, Ningdong does have a problem with him.
The night before last, before dinner, he went to the storeroom to find a piece of calligraphy and painting. Ningdong helped him find it. When he took the calligraphy and painting, he also took the set of jewelry with him.
It seems the girl had already noticed something amiss. She had already noticed when he politely refused to let her use the set of jewelry. No wonder he suddenly stayed out until midnight that night and even drank alcohol.
Could it be that this girl is jealous?
This thought stunned him again. His intuition told him that the girl wouldn't be jealous of him, since their marriage was forced and the girl had no feelings for him.
But then I thought, what wife would remain unmoved after learning about such a thing?
Looking at the little girl in front of him, a strange feeling swept through his heart.
Meng Jinyao watched his expression change several times, and she vaguely had an answer in her heart, but she still asked him, "Husband, did you intend to give that set of jewelry to other girls before?"
Gu Jingxi answered honestly, "Yes."
Meng Jinyao paused, her expression shifting slightly. Although she had already guessed the answer, hearing him say it aloud still left her with a slightly complicated feeling.
Since she had already asked so many questions, she decided to press for an answer: "Which family's daughter does my husband intend to give her to?"
Gu Jingxi replied, "The Mei family."
Mei family?
Meng Jinyao was only slightly taken aback, not particularly surprised, as Gu Jingxi's ex-fiancée's surname was Mei.
She, Ningdong, and Qingqiu had previously suspected that the set of jewelry was likely a gift from Gu Jingxi to his ex-fiancée, and now they had received confirmation from Gu Jingxi.
That makes sense, the plum blossom pattern is such an obvious symbol, there's really no need to guess, they just didn't think too much about it at the time.
Gu Jingxi said gently, "Madam, please don't overthink it. There's nothing between us, and she's already married and has gone to another place with her husband to take up his post."
"So, this set of jewelry was something my husband wanted to make up for, so he went to my mother to ask for it and gave it to me?"
After saying that, Meng Jinyao looked down at the ruby and gold headdress lying in the box. This headdress was gorgeous and dazzling, and she liked it very much. Even if it was compensation, she would still like it. Girls have no resistance to gorgeous clothes and jewelry. Moreover, Gu Jingxi had not done anything to wrong her after the marriage. There was no need for compensation. Even if there was compensation, she would still be the one who gained.
But the next moment, she heard a surprised voice from above her: "Why should I compensate you?"
She suddenly raised her head and blinked at Gu Jingxi.
Gu Jingxi rubbed his temples, his thoughts somewhat jumbled. After a long while, he spoke again: "I just thought that set of mutton-fat jade jewelry was made for someone else, and it wouldn't be suitable for you. Besides, our family isn't so poor that we need to scavenge for scraps, so I went to my mother to ask for this set. My mother doesn't have a daughter; you are her only direct daughter-in-law. Her jewelry, aside from what she gives away, will eventually be left to us. And if it's left to us, it's for you to wear. Giving it to you sooner or later makes no difference. I'm just using it as a gift."
Upon hearing this, Meng Jinyao was startled and stared at him blankly, seemingly unable to believe that he would say such a thing.
Doesn't this mean that in Gu Jingxi's mind, that set of white jade jewelry is nothing but junk, and she doesn't need to pick up junk?
The man's eyes were open and honest, but a hint of helplessness appeared on his handsome face. She saw it and a feeling she couldn't quite put into words welled up in her heart. Everyone said that Gu Jingxi was of excellent character, and now she truly understood that.
If it were another man, he might not think that way. He might just give his wife some unwanted jewelry that someone else doesn't want. If she wears it out and then discovers something is wrong, she would be extremely embarrassed and lose face.
Gu Jingxi, on the other hand, nipped these potential problems in the bud.
After a moment of silence, Meng Jinyao asked again, "Does your husband still like her?"
Gu Jingxi answered without hesitation, "I don't like it."
After speaking, he glanced at the little girl. Her clear, bright eyes were looking at him expectantly, and his heart softened. He smiled and explained, "Madam, please don't overthink it. There's nothing between her and me. However, that set of jewelry was indeed intended for her. If Madam hadn't taken it out of the storeroom that day, I wouldn't have remembered it at all. Madam can do with that set of jewelry as she sees fit. Even if Madam doesn't want to do with it, I will."
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