Chapter 428
In the silence, a warm, large hand touched Yunxi's cheek and gently caressed it.
His palms had a thin layer of calluses, and Yunxi subconsciously narrowed her eyes: "Hmm?"
"I just suddenly realized how negligent I've been." Shen Rang sighed, carefully pulling the person into his arms. "Xi'er, in my opinion, only the status of the legal wife is worthy of you. I've also told the young mistress that she'd be willing to leave, whatever it takes, but..."
But Yunwan refused.
Shen Rang paused for a moment: "So I think that if I could rise to a high position sooner, hold power, and have a say in front of the Crown Prince, perhaps there would still be a chance for this matter to turn around."
Upon hearing Shen Rang's words, Yunxi's eyes widened suddenly.
"...So, Zirong, the reason you're so exhausted these days is actually..."
“It’s not entirely for you. Now that I’ve entered the court, I naturally want to climb higher.” Shen Rang’s tone was gentle. “But if it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t be in such a hurry.”
He didn't want to put pressure on Yunxi, but he also didn't want her to feel that she was insignificant in his heart, so he told her everything that was on his mind.
Hearing his words, Yunxi subconsciously avoided his gaze, but she couldn't suppress the smile on her lips.
It turns out that he always had her in his heart.
Seeing her smug expression, Shen Rang also felt like teasing her. He lifted her chin with his fingers, forcing her to look him in the eye.
Yunxi naturally refused, and the two of them began to playfully tease each other.
As they played around, the playful banter took a turn for the worse, and the woman let out a soft moan, causing the bed to shake.
The next day, when Yunxi woke up and looked at the empty bed, she no longer felt anxious or insecure as before; instead, her heart was filled with sweetness.
Even if they are not together, it doesn't matter, as long as they have each other in their hearts.
However, she also knew that the road ahead for Shen Rang was extremely difficult.
After all, Yun Wan is backed by the Ministry of Revenue, and the Marquis's Mansion and the Ministry of Revenue are both under the Crown Prince's control. If Shen Rang makes a scene, things will definitely not end well.
Besides, she also had things to do.
She hasn't forgotten what Yun Wan did to her in both her past and present lives.
If you think about it carefully, Yun Wan's confinement will be lifted soon, so the housekeeper's power...
Yunxi raised her hand to touch her lower abdomen, her gaze deep and thoughtful.
——
Not long after, Yun Wan's confinement was lifted.
After being confined for three months and copying Buddhist scriptures for three months, Yun Wan now truly seems to possess a transcendent, otherworldly air.
Of course, it's also possible that he was imprisoned to the point of being delirious.
The day after Yun Wan was released from confinement, Yun Xi went to pay her respects. Seeing the weariness and annoyance that Yun Wan couldn't hide in her eyes, she couldn't help but sneer inwardly.
In her past life, she was locked in the back room for so long, but now Yun Wan has only been there for three months, and this is how it is?
In her past life, she was pregnant and wanted to go out for a walk. She went to great lengths to finally see Yun Wan, but what did Yun Wan say to her back then—
The back room isn't completely empty. If you really want to move around, you can just walk around inside. Why do you have to go outside?
You should know that the back building is only about ten steps from the entrance to the innermost part, and the only window inside doesn't let in any sunlight. Yet now, Yun Wan is confined to such a large courtyard, and after just three months, she is still physically and mentally exhausted.
Yunxi didn't show it on her face: "I've come to congratulate the young mistress on regaining her freedom."
Yun Wan looked at her and gave a heavy, cold snort.
"Congratulations? You probably hate me to death and are just here to watch the show!"
“Young Madam, you are mistaken. You are Young Madam, and I dare not blame you.”
Compared to Yunxi's calm and collected demeanor, Yunwan appeared more hysterical, making her a laughingstock.
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