Chapter 534: The Femme Fatale in the Double Life Story (33)
On the day when Xie Qinglan was paraded through the streets on horseback, Su Yu and the people from the Marquis' Mansion were in a private room on the third floor of the restaurant. Looking down from the window, they saw Xie Qinglan dressed in a red robe, riding a tall horse, looking extremely handsome.
On the day of the wedding, he was also wearing a red robe and riding a horse to the Marquis's Mansion to pick up the bride. At that time, Su Yu was covered with a veil and did not see it with her own eyes. Today seems to have made up for that regret.
Xie Qinglan seemed to sense something and looked up.
When their eyes met, Su Yu was stunned for a moment. Before she could react, she saw Xie Qinglan's expression soften instantly, and the corners of his mouth slightly raised.
There was a huge sea of people, but he seemed to be able to see only her.
Su Yu also quickly smiled back, and when she caught a glimpse of Su Miaoer out of the corner of her eye, her smile grew wider, with a hint of pride added to it.
Su Miaoer was so angry that her teeth were itching. Why was Su Yu so lucky?
Without either of them knowing it, they had both envied and hated each other's good fortune.
Yongchang Hou didn't notice the undercurrent between the two, and stroked his beard proudly and said: "I knew that the Xie family kid was capable."
Yongchang Hou warned Su Yu: "Yu'er, don't act like a spoiled brat at home. It's better to live a happy life with your husband. Xie Qinglan is not a reckless person. If you treat him well, he will treat you well. Of course, don't be angry. If he does anything wrong, just come to me and I will make the decision for you."
Su Yu's eyes were gentle: "I know, father."
Yongchang Hou nodded and praised: "You are the one who makes me worry less at home."
Thinking of another person who was causing him trouble, Marquis Yongchang sighed. It was really infuriating that such a good marriage was ruined by someone else.
Marquis Yongchang didn't stay long and left after he finished speaking.
As soon as he left, Su Yu and Su Miaoer were the only ones left in the private room. The two had been at odds with each other for a long time, and now their relationship became even more tense.
Su Miaoer couldn't stand Su Yu's cocky look: "Don't be too proud too soon. When Xie Qinglan becomes an official in the future, you won't be the only woman around him."
Su Yu smiled slightly: "Why, sister wants to come in and be a concubine?"
"You!" When it comes to quarrels, Su Miaoer has never gotten any good results from Su Yu. "Just wait and see."
Su Yu smiled indifferently: "I heard that the engagement between sister and the Duke's Mansion was cancelled. I haven't congratulated sister yet for getting her wish."
Su Miaoer didn't believe that Su Yu would congratulate her out of kindness: "Are you here to see me laugh at you?"
Su Yu was surprised: "Is it hard to tell?"
Su Miaoer was so angry that she paused and glared at her fiercely: "Even if I don't have the engagement with the Duke's Mansion, I am still the legitimate daughter of the Marquis' Mansion. I will not marry a bad woman in the future. But you, if you leave Xie Qinglan, where can you go?"
Su Yu smiled coldly: "Don't bother with that, sister. Xie Qinglan is my husband, why should I leave him?"
Su Miaoer sneered, but unexpectedly, Su Yu's next words made her pale.
"By the way, I heard that the prince of Duke Xin and Princess He'an were framed by someone. Could this person be my sister? After all, my sister said before that she didn't want to marry into the Duke Xin's mansion."
Su Miaoer's face turned pale, as if her tail was stepped on, and she almost jumped up to deny it.
"What nonsense are you talking about? What does this have to do with me? If I did it, would Prince Gong and Princess Mingjia let me go?"
On that day, not only were the people in Prince Gong's mansion furious, but Princess Mingjia was also embarrassed. After all, the incident happened at her banquet, and she, as the host of the banquet, could not help but be held responsible for negligence.
If we were to say who hated the mastermind the most besides Prince Gong, it would be Princess Mingjia.
"Yes, if it was my sister who did it, they would definitely not let her go."
Su Yu said with a hint of meaning: "Then sister, you must keep this matter secret and don't let anyone find out."
For a moment, Su Miaoer thought she really knew something.
On second thought, the princess and the palace hadn't found out anything, so how could Su Yu, who was not even qualified to attend the banquet, know about it?
"baffling!"
Su Miaoer looked unhappy and left in a hurry with her maid: "Let's go!"
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The Zhuangyuan Mansion is on the same street as the Marquis Mansion. Although it is not as luxurious as the Marquis Mansion, it is much better than the previous small courtyard.
"Congratulations, Miss. The Emperor values his son-in-law." Lan Ying was beaming with joy.
Not every top scholar would be rewarded with a mansion. Over the years of special examinations, the number of people who received rewards could be counted on one hand. That was why Lan Ying said that the emperor valued Xie Qinglan.
Su Yu liked to hear such words and couldn't hide her smile: "I wonder what kind of official the emperor will let him be."
After a whole day of busy work, the servants finally tidied up every corner of the mansion. The main courtyard was the most attentive, replacing everything with new ones, lighting red candles and hanging lanterns.
"Uncle."
Xie Qinglan came back late and had drunk some wine, but his steps were still steady. Seeing Lan Ying nodded slightly, he asked, "Where's your young lady?"
Lan Ying smiled and said, "The young lady is in the room, would you like to take a bath first?"
Xie Qinglan also felt that it would be inappropriate for him to return to the house reeking of alcohol, so he thought for a moment and said, "Then ask someone to prepare some water."
After washing off the smell of alcohol, Xie Qinglan pushed open the door and walked into the room. The red candles were bright, but there was no one in the room. He heard some movement behind the screen and turned around and walked over.
Going around the screen, the mist made the candlelight a little blurry.
"My husband is back?" Su Yu was wearing a thin piece of clothing, her face was flushed by the water vapor, she looked very beautiful, and her fair skin was faintly visible when she walked.
Xie Qinglan's Adam's apple rolled, and he whispered, "Yeah."
Su Yu came over, naturally hugged Xie Qinglan's arm, and pulled him to the bed: "This house is really beautiful, has my husband seen it? I knew that my husband was so capable and would definitely pass the imperial examination. My father also said that he wanted to hold a housewarming party for us."
Xie Qinglan put his arm on Su Yu's body. The spring shirt was thin, and he could feel the softness with the slightest movement.
"Can."
Su Yu was happy: "Then I will tell my father tomorrow."
"Um."
Su Yu pulled him to sit on the bed and leaned against him gently: "My husband, do you know that my sister was rejected by the Duke's Mansion?"
Su Yu seemed to be in the mood to chat with Xie Qinglan, but her hands were not honest. She unconsciously drew circles on his waist or touched him. As she spoke, she seemed to feel uncomfortable leaning against him and crossed her legs over.
"My sister didn't want to marry him before, but now her wish has come true."
"It's really strange. Why doesn't she want such a good marriage that others would envy? Did she really drown her brain?"
"Come to think of it, she's been acting strange since she fell into the water."
"Could the matter with Princess He An be related to her?"
Su Yu talked for a long time, but Xie Qinglan didn't respond. She shook her legs in dissatisfaction, rubbed slightly, and sat in his arms, looking at him in dissatisfaction: "Why don't you speak, husband?"
Xie Qinglan wanted to say something, but all his energy was focused on restraining himself and enduring.
"What?" His voice was a little hoarse.
Su Yu twisted her body restlessly: "Of course I'm talking about Su Miaoer."
The person in his arms was not restless. He had just finished a bath and his body was smelling of perfume. His exposed skin was as smooth as jade. Xie Qinglan's body was tense.
"What's wrong with her?"
Su Yu was dissatisfied: "Did you listen to me?"
Just as she finished speaking, she opened her eyes wide suddenly due to movement below her. Before she could react, she was picked up and put on the bed, with a shadow pressing down on her.
Xie Qinglan raised his hand and pulled, and the bed curtain suddenly fell down.
"Speak now, I'm listening."
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