Chapter 4: Prince Ji Chenchuan
The eldest son of the Marquis of Wu'an has been delicate and frail since childhood.
The old lady of Wu'an Marquis used half of her dowry to hire famous doctors to try to cure her grandson, but with little success.
Until someone suggested that it would be better to send him to Qingyun Mountain for meditation, away from the mundane world, where there might be hope.
The crown prince Ji Chenchuan was sent out of the palace when he was less than five years old and was not brought back until thirteen years later.
The marriage between the Ji Mansion of Marquis Wu'an and the Lin Mansion was arranged by their ancestors. If Ji Chenchuan had died, it would have been fine, the marriage would have been over, and the two mansions would have lived happily. But who would have thought that Ji Chenchuan, a dying man, would have lingered on until now?
Now that he was nineteen, it was a good time to get married. Of course, this was also the intention of the old lady of Wu'an Marquis. She was afraid that her grandson would die at any time without leaving any bloodline. Therefore, she pressed for a marriage with the Lin family. In less than half a year, the process of proposing marriage, asking for the name, accepting the betrothal gifts, and asking for the date were completed. The wedding date was set, and they were just waiting for the wedding day, which would be carried by eight people in a sedan chair.
It was under such circumstances that Xiao Yuan suddenly proposed to her. When exchanging the engagement tokens, he actually held her hand in front of Lin Yingxue, and was affectionate and promised her all his love.
Now it seemed that he wasn't happy, but rather laughing in anger. He even asked Lin Yingxue if she was satisfied that he had listened to her and married her. She married the prince, and he married her concubine's sister. He even arranged their marriages at the same time. It was like he was venting his anger, but also like he was angry.
It's really disgusting. Why should he sacrifice her life for their love?
"Xiao Yuan, what are you doing? Why don't you let Yingxue go? Come on, are you all dead? Pull them apart quickly."
Father Lin Zhi was so angry that his face turned red.
He is the Minister of Rites, so naturally he attaches more importance to etiquette and rules than others. Xiao Yuan shook Lin Yingxue's hand so boldly, especially in front of the son of Wu'an Marquis, how could he not be angry?
Xiao Yuan came to his senses after being yelled at. He let go of Lin Yingxue's hand and knelt down to beg for punishment.
"Student, I am confused, please punish me, teacher."
"However, I am sincere to Yingxue, so I hope the teacher will grant my wish."
Everyone gasped.
Lin Zhi looked at his favorite student in disbelief. He didn't understand why he, who was originally the most polite person, was so rebellious?
Although Lin Yingxue had never been to the Marquis of Wu'an's Mansion, they had already exchanged engagement letters. This matter had already been decided, so how could it be changed?
Lin Zhi looked at the Marquis of Wu'an in panic, but saw that the prince had a half-smile on his face, and his expression was difficult to guess.
Lin Qingjun also looked at him, still feeling a little reluctant.
Among the four, he should be the most wronged. He already had a hard time surviving and his life was short, and now his wife was taken away by someone. He had to bear the hatred of his father being killed and his wife being taken away. Xiao Yuan, how many sins had he committed?
However, my father was right. Although the Prince of Wu'an was sickly, his character and appearance were even better than Xiao Yuan's.
He was wearing a white brocade robe with dark patterns and a waistband, and he was tall and graceful. He wore a simple jade hair crown that was exquisite and handsome, and had a noble demeanor. He was a true noble from an aristocratic family, and was in no way comparable to people like Xiao Yuan.
In her previous life, she had only met this prince four times, but for some reason, every time they met, she didn't dare to look him in the eye. His deep and clear eyes made her feel at a loss.
But she didn't expect that Ji Chenchuan suddenly looked at her and their eyes met in the air.
Her heart skipped a beat and she quickly lowered her eyes to avoid it, cursing herself for being so careless.
"Shi, Shizi..."
Lin Zhi was about to explain, but Ji Chenchuan raised his hand slightly to stop him.
His voice was neither fast nor slow, like a clear mountain spring, refreshing to the heart.
"It's not right for sons and nephews to interfere in uncle's family affairs."
"Uncle, I have something to attend to at home. I will take my leave now and will come back another day to worry about you."
He glanced at Xiao Yuan who was kneeling there again, and instead of blaming or scolding him, he smiled warmly and said something.
"Mr. Xiao is indeed a man of temperament."
After saying this, Ji Chenchuan said goodbye and let the servant help him leave.
His gentle demeanor, modesty, courtesy, and prudent approach only made Xiao Yuan seem more like a villain.
If this happened to any other man, he would be killed on the spot.
However, Lin Qingjun did not notice that before Ji Chenchuan left, he glanced at her and said something in a voice that only he could hear.
"Fortunately, in time."
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