Chapter 384 Setting a Trap
“I know, that’s why I’m a little angry. Jin Yan didn’t tell me anything, he just told me to stay in the manor to rest during my pregnancy and not to come out. He clearly didn’t agree to my relationship with Yu Yan, but he still personally brought her back to Shengjing. Ru Meng, what do you think Jin Yan was thinking? I wish he could tell me everything.”
Zhang Yumo continued, "Maybe people are never satisfied. Before, when I didn't have his love, I just wanted to love him without expecting anything in return, even if it was just to stay by his side and see him. Now that he likes me too, I feel like he doesn't care about me anymore."
Jiang Rumeng smiled and said, "That's marriage. Only those who love too much will feel anxious and insecure."
"I love him, I love him so much, Rumeng, please don't laugh at me. I will only ever love Jiang Jinyan in this lifetime. I would rather not have him..."
Jiang Rumeng quickly covered her mouth, "Silly girl, people always have to look forward. Big brother is just too busy and hasn't had time for you yet."
Zhang Yumo was somewhat disappointed. "My husband is very busy every day, and he doesn't talk to me about these things. He just tells me to take good care of myself during my pregnancy. I feel like my husband doesn't care about me anymore."
“Silly girl, Jiang Jinyan is just the kind of person who doesn’t understand romance. He cares about you. You’re heavily pregnant, and he’s busy with official duties. He just doesn’t want you to worry,” Jiang Rumeng comforted her. “Besides, your main task right now is to give birth. He really can’t help much. There’s no need for him to tell you so you’ll worry.”
Zhang Yumo smiled and said, "Luckily, Rumeng comforted me."
At this moment, Jiang Rumeng continued, "Ever since I received the message from my third sister, she told us to be careful, not to go out casually, and to send more guards to patrol. I spared no expense to hire many guards in the mansion."
This time, the entire city of Shengjing is in a state of panic. As the Crown Princess's second sister and sister-in-law, we must not let her worry. If we really encounter danger, we must also learn to protect ourselves.
I even asked my eldest brother about it, and that's how I found out that my third sister has been keeping an eye on Su Xuan to prevent him from harming our Jiang family these past few months... That's why you're so worried, eldest brother. When you were with Zhang Yuyan, didn't you notice anything suspicious? Now that Su Xuan is in trouble, as his wife, wouldn't he ask Zhang Yuyan for help?"
“She probably hasn’t contacted her. She’s too petty to keep secrets,” Zhang Yumo said. “You saw it too, all she wanted was money. When I asked her about things at the border, she only said she hated the Su family and never wanted to go there again. I didn’t find anything suspicious about her, so it seems she really hasn’t contacted Su Xuan.”
When Zhang Yuyan married him, it was a secret affair; there wasn't even a wedding. He didn't care about her. Will Su Xuan really come looking for her?
Jiang Rumeng knew that Su Xuan was so difficult to capture that he would not easily show himself.
Jiang Rumeng lifted the curtain and peeked outside, saying, "You shouldn't have the heart to harm others, but you can't be without the heart to guard against others. Look at your cousin, she's not here to recognize relatives at all, she's clearly here to take advantage of people. I could tell from the first glance that she's not honest."
When she returned to Beijing, she publicly identified the Su family, portraying herself as so pitiful. Does she look like she's reformed? Once you go back, don't associate with her anymore. Cut off all ties with this kind of relative!
Zhang Yumo blushed, "I didn't expect her..."
Jiang Rumeng laughed and said, "Maybe I've become a bit neurotic lately because of their influence. Maybe I'm overthinking it. I'll have my older brother come and pick you up so you and your husband can have a good talk behind closed doors. Don't overthink it."
"No, he already told me not to leave the manor. If he finds out, he'll probably get angry. I'm with guards, and I'll go home right away so he won't worry."
After leaving Mingyifang, Zhang Yumo and Zhang Yuyan got into the Jiang family's carriage and left.
Zhang Yuyan was very happy to receive the clothes and jewelry. "Thank you, Sister Mo, for all these things. I will pay you back when I earn money. Sister Ziqiong has already told me that as long as I study the craft diligently, I will be able to support myself in the future."
Zhang Yumo smiled subtly, "I'm glad you like it. I'm going back to the Jiang residence. Where are you going? Do you need me to take you?"
"No need, just have the driver drop me off at the next intersection, I can go back by myself." She wanted to buy some good food after getting the money, as she was getting sick of the communal meals at Jishantang.
Zhang Yumo then had the car stop, and after letting Zhang Yuyan out, she smiled and said, "Sister Yan, you can go back to Jishantang by yourself. I won't see you off."
Just then, Zhang Yumo seemed to see Su Xuan's figure enter the restaurant next door. She felt nervous. Was it him? Could she have been mistaken?
"Okay, I'll come visit Sister Mo another day." Zhang Yuyan said excitedly. She hadn't walked far when a waiter suddenly appeared in front of her. "Miss, would you like to eat? Today, all dishes in our restaurant are 30% off."
She glanced at the restaurant in front of her again; it looked very upscale. She asked, "Is it really 30% off?"
The waiter coaxed and persuaded, "It's really 30% off. I can even give you two of our local specialties as a gift. Please come and patronize our business often."
Zhang Yuyan originally wanted to find a place to have a good meal, so she didn't refuse: "If it's not good, I won't pay."
"If you don't like the food, we won't charge you a penny, sir/madam!"
Once Zhang Yuyan left, Zhang Yumo told the guards, "Have someone follow her and see where she goes and who she meets." If that person really was Su Xuan, then Zhang Yuyan would still have dealings with him.
She sat in the carriage watching Zhang Yuyan enter the restaurant.
After entering the restaurant, Zhang Yuyan ordered a private room and several good dishes before trying on new clothes. She was worried that the food at Jishantang was terrible and decided to have a good meal before going back.
Just then, a waiter knocked on the door and said, "Miss, your food is here."
"Bring it in and put it on the table!" Zhang Yuyan held the clothes in her hands, clearly delighted.
The next moment, the person who came in grabbed her by the throat and said, "Madam, are you enjoying yourself? I've been looking for you for a long time."
She still recognized Su Xuan despite the long scar on his face.
Looking at Su Xuan in front of her, Zhang Yuyan's first reaction was to scream for help. Su Xuan grabbed her slender neck, and if she dared to make a sound, he would tighten his grip. "If you dare to scream, the next second they will see your corpse."
Zhang Yuyan dared not shout anymore. She knew that Su Xuan was now a wanted criminal. She said, "You should run away quickly. I have money here. I'll give it all to you."
“Even if we have to escape, I will take my wife with me. We have been husband and wife for a day, and I will not abandon you to escape alone. I will take you with me and let you enjoy wealth and glory.” Su Xuan had no intention of escaping at all. She led Zhang Yuyan to the window and opened it a crack. “Look, your good sister has not left at all. She has been watching you all along.”
The Jiang family's carriage was still parked where she had gotten off.
Su Xuan added, "She sent guards to follow you, but don't worry, I've already taken care of them for you. She won't be able to hold back any longer and will come looking for you."
"You want to capture Zhang Yumo?" Zhang Yuyan was surprised.
"You understand so quickly, no wonder I liked you so much back then."
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