Chapter 52 I only want to be Ji Yujing's sweetheart...
Lin Qingdai smiled slightly, "It is my blessing to be able to cooperate with Patriarch Mu."
Mu Qinghuai called the shopkeeper over and prepared writing materials.
He added details to both contracts regarding the eight rest stops.
After completing the contract, he signed his name and left his fingerprint on both copies.
After everything was settled, the two contracts were returned to Lin Qingdai.
Signature, fingerprint.
"It's a pleasure to work with you."
"It's a pleasure to work with you."
Two contracts, one for Mu Qinghuai, and one for Lin Qingdai.
Before she could even put it away, Leng Jialan said to Mu Qinghuai, looking very serious, "Shouldn't you thank me?"
Mu Qinghuai: "..."
Leng Jialan: "If I hadn't insisted on coming to the martial arts tournament, you wouldn't have come to Lingdong. If you hadn't come to Lingdong, we wouldn't have been able to close such a big deal."
Leng Jialan didn't look at the contract details.
But they're going to have to work together to build rest stops, spanning four states; this business is going to be big.
Mu Qinghuai laughed in exasperation, but still said, "Thank you, Miss Leng."
Leng Jialan: "Is there any actual thank you?"
Mu Qinghuai: "After dinner, let's go for a walk. Buy anything you like."
At the end of his sentence, he called out to the waiter who was busy in the distance, "Bring the wine and dishes."
While traveling, they unexpectedly struck a big business deal.
Everyone won; the four people at the table were all in high spirits.
Just as they were about to enjoy a hearty meal, before all the food and wine had been served, someone stepped over the screen and approached them.
The two who arrived were Zhang Qiyuan and Luo Yingcheng, who had come to stay at the Qitai Inn with Ji Yujing.
Knowing the identities of the two, the shop owner dared not utter a word.
Although the world still belongs to the Song dynasty.
However, each of these warlords held military power to varying degrees, clearly operating independently from the official military and political system.
Openly, no one dares to touch it.
Zhang Qiyuan was the most formidable of them all.
But Mu Qinghuai didn't indulge him.
As Zhang Qiyuan approached the table of four, he spoke first: "Arriving uninvited, is this the Zhang family's style?"
The words were quite blunt.
However, Zhang Qiyuan just smiled and said, "It's Qiyuan's fault."
"I've come to apologize to Miss Lin."
As soon as he finished speaking, he lazily raised his right hand.
Three more attendants stepped over the screen, each carrying a wooden box.
Judging from its color and fragrance, one can tell that this box is no ordinary object, not to mention what is inside.
Ji Yujing's face was as cold as if covered with a thin layer of ice. Skipping over his gift to his wife, Zhang Qiyuan was truly admirable.
Conflict is imminent.
Just then, Lin Qingdai suddenly laughed. This laugh seemed no different from her previous ones. Yet, Ji Yujing, Leng Jialan, and the others managed to discern a hint of haughty aloofness in it.
Yes.
She was the second daughter of the Lin family, and even Zhang Qiyuan couldn't earn her any respect when he met her.
She has the right to be arrogant and willful, in any situation, no matter which genius she faces.
"Why does Young Master Zhang think my life is only worth these three pieces of junk?"
There aren't many people in this world who would treat the things Zhang Qiyuan gave them as junk.
"Miss Lin, why don't you take a look first?"
Without waiting for Lin Qingdai's response, Zhang Qiyuan gestured to his attendants to open three wooden boxes.
A jade persimmon tree.
Exquisitely crafted and incredibly lifelike, with tiny persimmons hanging from the branches.
A Phoenix Cup.
The cup is engraved with a phoenix, its eyes and body inlaid with rare gemstones.
One item is a piece of jade pendant.
The jade body is shaped like a flower.
Legend has it that the heirloom jade of the leading families in the west is mostly in the shape of a flower, some of which is obtained from the mortal world and some of which does not exist at all.
Zhang Qiyuan picked up the jade pendant and let it dangle in mid-air.
Lin Qingdai immediately recognized the flower as a type of flower called Green Fairy from a mythological book.
It's highly likely that it's a family heirloom of the Zhang family.
Could it be that he thinks giving her these things shows how much he cares about her?
A flash of coldness crossed Lin Qingdai's gentle eyes.
Just as he was about to speak, Ji Yujing made his move.
A chopstick transformed into a blade and hurtled towards Zhang Qiyuan.
Too fast.
Zhang Qiyuan moved to the side, barely managing to avoid it.
The chopsticks passed over him, pierced through another screen, and then crashed into the wall and fell to the ground.
"Zhang Qiyuan, if you really want to die, I can grant your wish."
Ji Yujing remained seated, not even glancing at Zhang Qiyuan.
His eyes and brows were cold and indifferent, revealing no hint of ruthlessness.
But Lin Qingdai was very close to him, and she knew he was angry. If Zhang Qiyuan continued to cause trouble, he would really draw his sword and fight him to the death.
Zhang Qiyuan smiled: "I sincerely apologize, after all, I really offended Miss Lin before."
The smile seemed to reach the depths of his eyes, as if it were genuine.
Lin Qingdai: "If Young Master Zhang doesn't want things to escalate to the point of being life and death, then you should go back."
"I have absolutely no interest in any of these things of yours."
“Especially that jade pendant.”
"Um?"
At this point, there wasn't much room for Zhang Qiyuan to maneuver.
The reason he dared to make such a scene today is simply because he felt that Ji Yujing was still lacking in ability.
But similarly, if Ji Yujing is really pushed to the limit, he wouldn't dare.
When this person goes crazy, there are no limits.
Let's stop here for today; that's best.
"Then I won't disturb your meal any longer."
"It is enough that Miss Lin knows Zhang's apology."
A chaotic and absurd commotion arose because of Zhang Qiyuan, and dissipated with his departure.
Even after he had walked far away, Leng Jialan was still staring at his retreating figure.
"How can this person be so ill-mannered? What kind of people have these aristocratic families raised?"
Lin Qingdai and Mu Qinghuai were amused by her.
Mu Qinghuai: "Have you distanced yourself from your aristocratic family?"
Leng Jialan: "..."
As expected, she's still the same unlikable Mu Qinghuai.
Mu Qinghuai: "That's just how he is. Once he's been in a high position for a long time, he can't see other people."
I act entirely according to my own preferences; other people's feelings are unimportant.
He treated the previous season and Kyoto like that, leaving everyone else as easy prey.
On the other hand, he also failed to understand Zhang Qiyuan's thoughts.
What was his purpose in suddenly doing this? Who in their right mind would think of provoking Ji Yujing?
Could he really have fallen for Miss Lin and even harbor thoughts of stealing her away?
Thinking of this, Mu Qinghuai couldn't help but feel alarmed.
He subconsciously looked at Ji Yujing.
Ji Yujing's expression was cold and indifferent, making it impossible to tell what he was thinking.
After a peaceful meal, they returned to their respective rooms.
As soon as the door closed, Lin Qingdai stood at the doorway and refused to leave, her arms outstretched: "I want you to hug me."
Ji Yujing paused for a moment, then bent down slightly and picked up the delicate woman in his arms.
Lin Qingdai hugged his neck and gently bit the skin on his neck. "General Ji, are you jealous?"
Ji Yujing placed her on the soft couch before replying, "What does Madam think?"
Lin Qingdai: "I think you're jealous, and quite jealous at that."
After saying that, she buried her face in his shoulder blade and sniffed exaggeratedly.
"It's so sour."
Ji Yujing was already in a bad mood, and after being teased like this, he directly pressed her down on the soft couch.
"Have you made enough of a scene?"
Lin Qingdai reached out to touch his face, but as soon as her fingertips touched it, he grabbed her hand and folded it upwards, pressing it firmly against her ear.
I'm completely immobile.
"barbarian."
"Yes, I don't like barbaric people. Isn't a young master from a prestigious family like Zhang Qiyuan quite nice?"
I know perfectly well that it has nothing to do with her, absolutely nothing.
But he still took out his bad temper on her.
Ji Yujing felt terrible about himself, but he couldn't control it.
He hated the way other men's eyes fell on her.
As a result, Lin Qingdai didn't mind. With her hands and feet restrained, she leaned in and kissed his cheek.
She had just drunk some wine, and when she kissed him, her fragrance mingled with the faint scent of wine, wafting into his nostrils.
"I don't like him at all; he's arrogant and rude."
"I only want to be Ji Yujing's sweetheart."
"Will you allow me to move in?"
Ji Yujing lowered his head and kissed her, gently parting her lips and teasing her. He only stopped when Lin Qingdai was struggling to breathe.
With his forehead pressed against hers, he said, "I've already moved in."
It resides in the very tip of my heart.
The covetousness of others could drive him mad.
"I'm dying."
Lin Qingdai suddenly said.
"What's wrong?"
Ji Yujing's attention was diverted, and he quickly withdrew from her.
Once seated, he pulled the person into his arms.
Lin Qingdai: "You're crushing me, you're so heavy."
Ji Yujing: "..."
The absurd conversation made him laugh.
Lin Qingdai nestled comfortably in his arms, her fingers beginning to twirl his hair again. "He's just trying to annoy you, don't fall for it."
"As long as you don't get angry, he's a big joke. Your wife is in your hands, what are you panicking about?"
Lin Er-guniang began to teach him how to be a person again.
It was very long-winded, but when it reached Ji Yujing's ears, it soothed his restless mind inch by inch.
"Do you really like me?"
Ji Yujing asked.
"Um."
What do you like?
Is it so difficult to like General Ji?
"Handsome and dashing, with superb martial arts skills, a heart for the world, and an upright character."
For Lin Qingdai, coaxing people was easier than reading a book.
"The key is that he also likes me; he has excellent taste."
At the height of praising others, he started praising himself.
Ji Yujing was truly impressed; surrounded by such a vibrant and bright atmosphere, it was difficult for him to be bound by negative emotions.
But for Zhang Qiyuan, this matter is not over yet.
...
In Mingle City, at Huaiyang Villa.
Deep within the flower-lined corridor, a man stood before his easel, leisurely painting. He was painting flowers, a summer garden scene, which should have been bright and vibrant.
However, his paintings are all dark, exuding a sinister and eerie feeling.
After hearing the scout's report, the man immediately put down his pen, turned to look at him, and asked, "Dai Dai is here too?"
The scout replied respectfully, "Yes, Your Highness."
The man painting deep within the flower-lined corridor was none other than Prince Jingxian.
"This year's martial arts tournament is really lively."
After saying that, he waved his hand, signaling that the scouts could leave.
The scout bowed and then left.
"Would Your Highness like to see Miss Lin the Second?"
Ning Xian, who had been standing guard beside Prince Jingxian, asked in a low voice. He had been with Prince Jingxian since he was a teenager, serving as both a guard and a friend.
Lin Qingdai was practically a girl His Highness had watched grow up, and he missed the chance to see her get married. Now that they've met again, it would be impossible not to greet her.
"We definitely need to meet."
But before that, he wanted to see Ji Yujing.
Jingxian Wang expressed his thoughts, "Go and make the arrangements, the sooner the better."
Ning Xian accepted the order and left.
At the beginning of the month, Ji and Jing opened the door for the second time and received a visiting card for the second time.
Only a short time has passed since the last photo.
He closed the door and then took it apart to take a look.
"Oh……"
He couldn't help but laugh, but there was no joy in his laughter.
"General, you are truly a man of great importance with many affairs to attend to."
Lin Qingdai's voice came from deep within the room.
Ji Yujing accepted the visiting card, strolled over to her, and kissed her for a while. "I'm going out for a bit, I'll be back soon."
"I'll have Mingyue and Mingqian come back to be with you."
"Whom are you going to see?"
Now that things have come to this, Ji Yujing will not hide anything from her, "Prince Jingxian."
Upon hearing this, a flicker of surprise crossed Lin Qingdai's eyes. "Uncle is in Lingdong? He's here to watch the martial arts tournament?"
Ji Yujing: "They've all come to me, so they're probably not here for the martial arts tournament."
"Who sent the last visiting card?"
Previously, Ji Yujing had also received a visiting card.
But she didn't ask at the time. Ji Yujing appeared in Mingle City, and the martial arts tournament involved a wide range of people.
There must be many people who want to see him.
She had no intention of getting involved, so she didn't ask.
Ji Yujing: "Someone you would never expect."
"oh?"
"Song Yunmian".
The eldest prince, who had been practicing asceticism in the temple, has come out of seclusion.
After listening, Lin Qingdai didn't ask any further questions.
She seemed very sullen, quite different from when the invitation hadn't arrived.
Ji Yujing's hand stroked her hair, and his thin lips touched her forehead.
"What are you thinking about?"
Lin Qingdai: "With such frequent disturbances, it seems unlikely that peace will ever be found again."
After speaking, she paused for a moment and took one of Ji Yujing's hands in her own.
“Ji Ci, although we are husband and wife, I still don’t want to be a burden to you in any way. You have your ‘studies’ and I have mine. You can do whatever you want and don’t need to compromise for me.”
"I will complete my schoolwork by myself."
Ji Yujing didn't want to hear these words. Instead, he gripped her hand tightly, his possessiveness blatant.
"You have never been a burden to me."
On the contrary, everything has been getting better since she came into his life.
Even so, he was willing to bear it.
Lin Qingdai smiled at him, bright and sweet, "But I'm greedy, I don't just want to be Ji Ci's most beloved."
She also wanted to be his side.
Life is long, let's walk hand in hand.
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