Chapter 192 Watching the Show
Xiao Jue's eyes darkened, and then he said, "I haven't thought it through yet, but we need a good opportunity. Don't worry, I'll protect you!"
“I’m fine as I am now, I don’t need your protection. You should take good care of yourself. After I married into this family, I found that your yard was full of holes, and I don’t know if it has been cleaned up yet.”
"What exactly does this imperial concubine want?"
Xie Qingran sighed helplessly, carefully recalling the events of her previous life. Unfortunately, she died tragically in her previous life, so she didn't know who ultimately became emperor.
Seeing Xie Qingran's worried expression, Xiao Jue said calmly, "Although I've been at home for the past three years, I haven't been idle in the army. Don't worry, no matter what the Consort wants to do, she won't be able to do it!"
"Now that the Fifth Prince and the Second Miss's marriage is about to take place, you still need to be careful not to let her get desperate and do something rash." Xie Qingran looked at Xiao Jue with some concern.
Xiao Jue could tell she was worried about him, so he felt a sweet warmth in his heart and smiled gently, saying, "Okay, don't worry, I'll take good care of myself and I'll never let you become a widow!"
"Ah, you mustn't say such unlucky things!"
Xie Qingran panicked and hurriedly reached out to cover his mouth.
Xiao Jue took the opportunity to grab Xie Qingran's hand and kissed it: "I was lucky to escape with my life, it's tough as nails, don't worry!"
How can I not be at ease!
“A-Jue, I worry about this every day. I just hope these things will pass quickly so we can live a peaceful and happy life together.”
Xie Qingran took Xiao Jue's hand and gently touched the wood in front of her.
Seeing her devout and childlike gesture, Xiao Jue's heart softened, and he bent down to kiss her: "Don't worry, no matter what happens outside, I will make sure your life is peaceful and stable."
"Xiao Jue, I don't want my life to be peaceful and stable, I want our lives to be peaceful and stable."
"You are my husband, and I am your wife. We are one!"
Xie Qingran stood up, took Xiao Jue's hand, and placed it on her chest.
"You have my blood in your veins, and one day I will have your blood as well. We can never be separated!"
Xiao Jue never expected Xie Qingran to say these things to him.
Looking at Xie Qingran's earnest and expectant expression, a glimmer of hope rose in his heart.
Three years ago, after his accident, he was utterly despondent, filled with nothing but hatred. But now, with Xie Qingran by his side, he seems to have softened little by little, discovering that there are many things in this world more worthy of his attention than hatred!
"Xie Qingran, thank you for coming into my life."
This was the first time Xiao Jue had looked at Xie Qingran with such affection.
"When I dream at midnight, I always thank God for sending you to my side."
Xiao Jue suddenly laughed, hugged Xie Qingran tightly, and tried to meld her into his very bones.
Xie Qingran's lips curled up slightly, a sweet feeling welling up in her heart. She was grateful to God for allowing her to come to Xiao Jue's side, so that they could join hands and move towards a bright future together.
The next morning, Xie Qingran prepared the things for the spring outing and took several children to the manor. Even the Xiao brothers came along. These children usually either studied or practiced martial arts, and today they finally had a chance to have some fun.
However, Zhou looked at Xie Qingran with unfriendly eyes, and even found fault with her at every turn.
However, Xie Qingran completely ignored Zhou Shi and didn't argue with her, which is why a fight didn't break out.
The Fifth Prince arrived soon after, and he found it quite strange to see Xiao Jue sitting in a wheelchair with a smile on his face.
"How come I didn't know the young master had such a handsome smile?"
The Fifth Prince stepped forward and looked at Xiao Jue with a half-smile, clearly with a hint of mockery.
"I guess it's because I can't laugh whenever I see you looking so silly?"
"Look at yourself! Where is even a trace of the bearing of a legitimate daughter of the Empress!"
Upon seeing the Fifth Prince, Xiao Jue's expression immediately turned serious.
Seeing this, the Fifth Prince looked somewhat embarrassed and said sullenly, "I'm all grown up now, why are you still the same as before, giving me endless lectures whenever you see me? If you keep bullying me like this, I'll tell my sister-in-law!"
"Your sister-in-law is right here. Say whatever you want and see if she thinks you're right or I'm right!" Xiao Jue snorted, quite arrogantly.
Xie Qingran looked at Xiao Jue with some helplessness. She could control everything except his mouth.
Left with no other choice, Xie Qingran could only give an awkward smile and then say, "Alright, alright, you should stop arguing. We've finally managed to get together today so we can have some fun. Fifth Prince, take a look and see if there's anything you like?"
"He likes anything as long as it's eating, drinking, and having fun, so you don't need to worry about him!" Xiao Jue snorted, clearly dissatisfied with Xie Qingran's gaze falling on the Fifth Prince.
Xie Qingran patted his shoulder reassuringly, then called the children over to pay their respects to the Fifth Prince.
The atmosphere here was originally peaceful, but then an uninvited guest arrived. Soon, Xie Hanyue came over with Shen Wenyuan and Lu Jinzhi.
Seeing so many people bustling around the manor, Xie Hanyue's expression changed. She looked at Xie Qingran cautiously and asked, "Sister, I didn't know there were so many people here today. Is it bad timing?"
"What, didn't Second Miss come here after receiving the invitation from the Crown Princess?" Madam Zhou stepped forward, arms crossed, and looked Xie Hanyue up and down.
Xie Hanyue subconsciously took a step back and cautiously began, "No, it was me who brought my two older brothers to find my sister, we...we..."
The way he spoke, though hesitant and stammering, suggests he meant something else entirely.
Xiao Jue coughed and said irritably, "I'm just paralyzed, not dead. Second Miss, what are you trying to say by stammering and making a big fuss? Are you trying to ruin my reputation as the Crown Princess?"
this……
Xie Hanyue never expected that Xiao Jue would speak so bluntly, like a novice beating a master. Although that was what she really meant, if she said it out loud, then it couldn't be that meaning. Otherwise, she might not even be able to protect her reputation.
"Your Highness misunderstands. That's not what I meant. We just grew up together, so we're especially close. We often get together to have some fun."
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