Chapter 468 Breaking Off with You (I)
Yun Ting stood outside the door, watching Erya's back disappear at the end of the corridor. The dull pain in his chest lingered for a long time.
He took a deep breath and exhaled slowly, forcing the surging emotions back into his heart.
Now is not the time to dwell on loss, he has more important things to do.
I used to think that my feelings were the most important.
But after experiencing some things, I realized that there are many more things to do in life.
He concealed the loneliness on his face, replaced it with a calm expression, turned around, lifted the curtain and walked into the house.
When Lu Qiniang saw him come in, she quickly wiped away the remaining moisture from the corners of her eyes and forced herself to cheer up: "Yun Ting is here, please sit down. You've been really hard-working these days."
"Why are you being so polite to me?" Yun Ting sat down on the chair next to him and got straight to the point. "I came here to tell you that the Imperial Prison has been arranged. I can arrange a meeting between you and Xiao Yan in a few days. I didn't do much, but the main thing is that now that the Emperor has made this decision, there's no need for the Imperial Prison to hold up."
"Thanks to you for running back and forth." Lu Qiniang said, "The matter has been settled. Why don't you hurry back to Yongji County? You are the county magistrate. You have been busy with our family's affairs for so long. I guess there are a lot of things piled up over there."
"It's okay. Lu Huan and Jiang Quan are here. Everything is in order."
Yun Ting really couldn't let go of Yongji County.
But Lu Huan is indeed a capable person.
Two days later, a letter arrived from Jiang Quan.
Jiang Quan, a dull person, couldn't stop praising Lu Huan in the letter.
Lu Qiniang pretended not to know that Yun Ting liked Erya, and was happy for him when she heard it, "Miss Lu is indeed worthy of being the daughter of the Grand Tutor. It would be wonderful if you two could get married in the future, and the husband and wife would follow each other."
Yun Ting smiled awkwardly.
Lu Huan is very good.
But he already had Erya in his heart.
Liking this thing does not mean that you have to buy the most expensive thing, but that you have to choose what you want most.
He also admired Lu Huan's insight, but that was just admiration.
If the two of them were together, they would probably respect each other and might even develop feelings for each other in the future.
But it’s not possible now. Yun Ting is resisting this marriage.
Perhaps, after Erya gets married and has children, he will gradually calm down, Yun Ting thought.
"Abandoned Mother, Xiao Yan should be leaving for Qiongzhou soon. In the next few days, you can find out what you need to buy for him and tell Zhao Zhao and me. Don't worry about the journey, I will take care of it and will not let Xiao Yan suffer."
He paused before offering specific advice: "Clothes should be thick and durable, made of cotton and linen, but also light and breathable, as Qiongzhou is hot and humid. Shoes should be sturdy and durable. Most importantly, medicines should be prepared. Medicines for malaria, dysentery, and wounds, as well as realgar powder to repel snakes and insects. Stock up as much as you can. Also, try to prepare all the necessary survival necessities, such as durable dry food, salt, flint, and water bags. Silver... try to convert it into small, easy-to-carry silver notes or small change. They're essential for paying the errands along the way and settling down when you arrive."
These days, he himself can feel that he is growing.
Although this process is painful.
But we have to face it.
He tries his best to do what he should and can do.
"I'll go too." Lu Qiniang said.
Yun Ting was horrified, "How can that be? Qi Niang, stop messing around."
Although I was touched by the fact that Lu Qiniang and Xiao Yan shared hardships, Qiongzhou was really not a suitable place to go.
From a man's perspective, Yun Ting felt that Xiao Yan would definitely not agree.
"I'll tell Xiao Yan about this when I see him," Lu Qiniang said. "When Daya and the other two sisters stay in the capital, they'll have to trouble you when they encounter problems."
The four sisters of Daya stayed, so what about Erya?
Are you going to marry Chang Hui early?
No wonder she was so anxious and went to find Chang Hui as soon as she came back.
Erya is a person with her own ideas, and unlike others, she is not shy when talking about marriage.
She should have taken the initiative to talk to Chang Hui about marriage.
When Yun Ting thought of this, he felt even more bitter.
At the same time, Erya hurried and went straight to the shop of Manager Chang.
Because it was almost lunchtime, the shop was a little quiet. Shopkeeper Chang was working on an abacus behind the counter. He looked up and saw Erya come in. A smile immediately appeared on his face, but it was tinged with a subtle embarrassment and alienation. "Oh, it's Miss Zhuozhuo! You're out? I'm glad you're okay, I'm glad you're okay!"
"Uncle Chang." Erya greeted him briefly, but her eyes passed him and went to the back of the shop.
Chang Hui was arranging shelves with his back to the door. When he heard his father's voice and Erya's call, he turned around abruptly.
When he saw Erya standing in the middle of the shop, her face slightly pale, his eyes instantly flashed with great surprise and undisguised concern. He hurried over to her, "Zhuozhuo! You...you're out! That's great! How are you? Are you hurt? Did you suffer in there?"
He is usually very taciturn, but he kept asking questions, his voice full of concern.
Erya looked at the familiar face in front of her, saw the genuine worry in his eyes, and felt a complex and indescribable bitterness in her heart.
She forced a smile and said, "I'm fine. Everything is fine. Chang Hui, can we... go in and talk for a while?"
"Of course! Come, sit inside!"
Chang Hui agreed without hesitation and led Erya to the small compartment at the back of the shop which was used for rest and storage of miscellaneous items.
When he reached the door, he paused, and very naturally reached out to push the half-closed door completely open, opening it to the maximum angle, so that the people in the front hall of the shop could vaguely see the situation inside, but could not hear the specific conversation clearly.
The small compartment was a bit messy. Chang Hui awkwardly moved two boxes away and cleared a small area. "It's a small place, a bit messy. You...you sit here."
He pulled over the only stool that looked clean.
Erya sat down as she was told. Looking at Chang Hui standing across from her, somewhat bewildered, she took a deep breath and said, "My mother told me everything. These days, thanks to you for visiting her so often and bringing her food. My mother and I will always remember this kindness. Thank you."
Chang Hui waved his hand quickly: "This is what I should do. It's too formal for you to say that. Please sit down. I'll go get you some tea."
"No need." Erya smiled and shook her head, "I came here today-"
She lowered her eyes, her fingertips unconsciously twisting the corner of her clothes, and remained silent for a few breaths.
Chang Hui suddenly had a bad feeling in his heart.
"Chang Hui," Erya's voice was soft, yet it carried an undeniable strength. She suddenly changed the subject, "I came here today not only to thank you, but also for another reason... I think... let's just forget about it."
The smile on Chang Hui's face froze instantly. The surprise and concern in his eyes faded like the tide, leaving only disbelief and confusion. He stared blankly at Erya, as if he didn't understand what she said.
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