Chapter 94 Not fond of smiling
"Of course it's true."
"There's nothing there for the young lady!"
Zhu Yan raised an eyebrow and gently coaxed Xie Hanyue.
Xie Hanyue is that kind of person; she needs others to coax her to be happy no matter what she does.
Hearing this, he finally nodded in satisfaction and snorted, "I knew it! Brother Zhao still cares about me. Let's go see what kind of rare things they have!"
Zhao Yuanqi's return to the capital was a major event, and the entire Zhao family was overjoyed. They quickly began to hold a banquet, mainly because Zhao Yuanqi was now of a certain age and it was time for him to be married. Therefore, the Zhao family wanted to have a good look at him.
When Xie Qingran got up in the morning, she casually put on a dark-colored dress and went out without any dressing up.
Xie Hanyue was stunned the moment she saw Xie Qingran.
Today, Xie Hanyue specially wore a light purple long dress, along with a necklace and hairpin that Zhao Yuanqi brought back from the desert, making her radiant.
The two of them standing together are like the difference between a phoenix and a pheasant.
Even Madam Wang frowned when she saw Xie Qingran like this: "Where did you find an old nanny's clothes to wear? Anyone who didn't know better would think that my Xie family was abusing you."
"Today, General Zhao is the main character, so my daughter shouldn't dress too conspicuously."
"The color of this dress is subdued and the style is simple, so it's not a disgrace to the Xie family."
Xie Qingran had no expression and spoke in a very formal manner, not like a daughter and mother, but more like a shop assistant and manager.
Wang felt awkward, but didn't say anything more. She pulled Xie Hanyue along and they got into the carriage together.
Normally, Xie Hanyue and Wang Shi would sit together when they went out, while Xie Qingran would sit in the small carriage behind. So she didn't hesitate and walked towards the carriage behind.
"Young Miss, your outfit today is really a bit out of place, but thankfully, your face is pretty, so it can at least cover it up a bit." Baozhu sighed as she looked at the dark-colored clothes. "Actually, Young Miss, you're just as beautiful as the Second Young Miss!"
Everyone in the capital says that Xie Hanyue is the most beautiful woman in the capital, but Baozhu thinks that Xie Qingran is the most beautiful. Putting aside everything else, her aloof and noble air is unique in the entire capital!
However, there might be some distance between us, and we could easily be misunderstood.
Xie Qingran glanced at Baozhu and said indifferently, "I already have a husband's family, why should I care about these things? It is she who should be managing her reputation."
Unfortunately, Xie Hanyue's temper meant she was destined to have a peaceful life, and sooner or later she was bound to cause a big mess.
Soon, they arrived at the Zhao family's gate. Xie Qingran followed obediently behind Madam Wang. Now that Xie Qingran and Xiao Jue's marriage had been arranged, the news from the wealthy families in the capital was very well-informed, so everyone knew that this was the future heir apparent of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion.
Regardless of whether Xiao Jue is a good-for-nothing now, the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion is still the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion, and the position of the Crown Princess is enough for them to curry favor with.
Seeing everyone surrounding Xie Qingran, Xie Hanyue's expression turned somewhat unpleasant.
"You are Xie Qingran?"
The third young lady of the Prime Minister's family, Gu Xiangyuan, walked over, crossed her arms, and looked Xie Qingran up and down.
"Why are you dressed like an old woman?"
Gu Xiangyuan crossed her arms and looked at Xie Qingran with some dissatisfaction.
She's clearly a stunningly beautiful woman with a cool and aloof demeanor, so why did she dress herself up like this?
Xie Qingran smiled at her: "I am Xie Qingran. Please forgive me for not recognizing you. Which lady are you?"
"I am the youngest daughter of the Prime Minister's family. My name is Gu Xiangyuan."
"After you marry Cousin Xiao Jue, you will be my sister-in-law. You can come to me anytime if you need anything."
Gu Xiangyuan stepped forward, took Xie Qingran's arm, and smiled affectionately at her.
Xie Qingran is not used to having too much contact with people, but she does not dislike Gu Xiangyuan's approach.
She smiled at Gu Xiangyuan and then said, "Okay, thank you very much, Miss Third."
"Third Miss, this new sister-in-law isn't even officially married into the family yet, and you're already being so attentive?"
"It seems that the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion is really looking forward to my sister marrying into the family. After all, the young master is getting on in years and should indeed get married soon to continue the family line."
Xie Hanyue covered her mouth and chuckled softly, clearly teasing her on purpose.
Gu Xiangyuan had a fiery temper, and upon hearing this, she didn't hold back at all, saying directly, "Yes, my cousin is of marriageable age, unlike some people who, even after growing up, still have ambiguous and inappropriate relationships with their adopted brothers. I don't know if they're adopted brothers and sisters or child brides."
"Oh dear, you're not going to end up becoming your own sister-in-law, are you?" Gu Xiangyuan covered her mouth, mimicking Xie Hanyue's manner and chuckling softly.
That mouth...
Is everyone in Xiao Jue's family like this, with a sharp tongue passed down through generations?
If anyone else had said this, Xie Hanyue would definitely have lost her temper, but Gu Xiangyuan's family background was just too good, and she simply couldn't afford to offend her!
"Miss Gu, watch your words!"
Xie Hanyue took a step back, her eyes reddening.
"My brother and I are completely innocent. Don't slander and frame us here!"
Gu Xiangyuan was about to say something, but Xie Qingran grabbed her arm, gently shook her head at Gu Xiangyuan, and pulled her away.
Xie Hanyue is best at acting. If she makes a scene in front of so many people, Gu Xiangyuan will definitely suffer the consequences. It's not worth it.
"Miss Xie, how can you be so good-tempered!"
"She's deliberately mocking you!"
Gu Xiangyuan was furious, her eyebrows furrowed tightly as she glared at Xie Qingran.
"Thank you for speaking up for me, Miss Third, but didn't you see how pitiful she looked?"
"Miss, with such a fiery temper, outsiders will only say that you are abusing your power."
A girl's reputation is extremely important. Gu Xiangyuan is only fourteen or fifteen years old. It's really unnecessary for her to ruin her reputation over this matter. It's not worth it.
Gu Xiangyuan spat and said angrily, "What's so great about her? She's just putting on an act. I can't stand her!"
"If you don't like it, then don't look at it. Don't get upset." Xie Qingran gently patted Gu Xiangyuan's back and smiled faintly.
Gu Xiangyuan looked at Xie Qingran with some surprise and said in a low voice, "Sister Xie, people outside say that you don't like to smile?"
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