Inside the room, Liu Yunyan's clothes complemented her figure, and the clothes enhanced her appearance. Whether Pei Yanzhi was stunned or not is unknown, but Jiang Shuwan was definitely dumbfounded.
She hid behind the curtains, staring blankly as Liu Yunyan walked towards Pei Yanzhi.
The beautiful woman walked slowly, her skirt fluttering as she moved, much like petals falling in a gentle breeze.
She was not only beautiful, but her health seemed to be poor as well. She coughed several times after saying just a few words to Pei Yanzhi.
A faint sadness emanated from her brows, a melancholy that shrouded her like clouds and mist, causing all who saw her to feel a deep pang of heartache.
Wow!
What is this? My frail and sickly white moonlight.
That's exciting!
Is this what it's like to see so early in the morning?
It has to be said that Pei Yanzhi's composure is really too good. With such a beautiful cousin, and having not seen her for three or four years, he actually managed to resist going over for a moonlit chat last night.
Tsk tsk tsk.
No wonder Qingxing suspected Pei Yanzhi had problems in that area.
Such a beauty, who wouldn't be mesmerized!
"Cousin, there's no need for such formality. We're family, no need to be so distant."
Wow.
Even with his cousin speaking so softly, the young minister still spoke in a steady and measured manner.
His cousin was squatting there, and he didn't even help her up. He really has the idea that men and women shouldn't touch each other.
That's not right!
Is this your dear cousin?
Why are you so cold to your cousin too?
Or perhaps it's because it's in the old lady's courtyard?
Indeed, Pei Yanzhi was raised by the old lady, so he is well-mannered and acts with proper propriety.
That's not right!
You come to my yard to freeload, and I've never seen you be this polite...
"Young Madam..."
"Young Madam..."
Seeing that Jiang Shuwan was peeking inside but not going in, the old woman at the gate raised her voice awkwardly, "Young mistress, the young master invites you in."
"..."
Caught peeping, Jiang Shuwan went inside. The girl held a fan in both hands to cover her face, only revealing her eyes. She didn't take the fan off when she greeted Pei Yanzhi.
She wasn't guilty for peeping; she was afraid that Pei Yanzhi already knew about what happened last night.
At that time, a fan can also be used to cover up one's modesty.
My lifelong reputation is ruined...
Jiang Shuwan gritted her teeth and sat down on the chair. The old lady was still in the inner room, and it was just the three of them here.
Jiang Shuwan sat obediently in the chair, not saying a word the whole time, only listening intently to Liu Yunyan and Pei Yanzhi's chat, occasionally glancing at Pei Yanzhi.
Pei Yanzhi: "..."
Noticing her gaze, the boy immediately looked over. His eyes were clear and honest, with a hint of doubt, but no disdain.
...
so.
Liu Yunyan did not tell Xiao Quanchen about the rumors she spread last night.
It seems she's overthinking things.
Yes.
Even if Liu Yunyan and Pei Yanzhi had a very close relationship, how could a young woman of marriageable age dare to bring up the matter of their intimate moments?
Thinking about it this way, Jiang Shuwan immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
They saved face.
Working people have such a tough life; it's really not easy.
On the other side, Liu Yunyan was still talking to Pei Yanzhi.
They mostly talked about funny things from their childhood, and Jiang Shuwan couldn't get a word in edgewise, nor did she want to.
Liu Yunyan was clearly in a good mood. The beautiful woman's eyebrows were curved, and she was as soft as a pool of water without temper, unlike yesterday when she targeted Pei Yanzhi as soon as she left his sight.
Tsk tsk tsk.
She has two faces in front of men.
You're really something.
Jiang Shuwan smacked her lips. The girl drank her tea while idly playing with the fan in her hand. After a while, Old Madam Pei came over. The three of them got up to pay their respects and stayed for a meal.
The four of them sat down, and as soon as they did, Jiang Shuwan sensed that something was off. Not only the old lady, but even Pei Yanzhi was looking at her with strange eyes.
She glanced at the dining table and realized she was sitting in the wrong seat.
As is customary, the old lady sat at the head of the table, followed by Pei Yanzhi, with her next to him. However, this time she plopped down opposite Pei Yanzhi, giving the seat next to him to Liu Yunyan.
"..."
Damn it!
Has her working-class genes really seeped into her bones?
She subconsciously mistook Liu Yunyan for the mistress of the powerful minister, and her first thought was that the two of them should sit together, which is why she sat opposite him.
"Husband, this soup is good, you should try it."
Jiang Shuwan abruptly moved her seat, scooped up a bowl of soup, and pretended that she was just scooping soup and not that she had sat in the wrong place.
"Good girl, you're so thoughtful."
Seeing her like this, Madam Pei indeed had no suspicions. On the contrary, she smiled with delight at Jiang Shuwan's thoughtful care for Pei Yanzhi.
Clearly, news of Pei Yanzhi's recent frequent visits to Jiang Shuwan's courtyard has reached her ears.
At her age, she naturally enjoys watching young couples being affectionate.
If there is good news, that would be even better.
"Aunt Chang, please also serve a bowl of soup to the young mistress. She's been working hard lately and needs to nourish herself."
As the old man spoke, he glanced at Jiang Shuwan's lower abdomen.
Jiang Shuwan was completely devastated.
Liu Yunyan's face darkened, but she dared not show it. The beauty could only secretly look at her cousin sitting opposite her. Seeing that her cousin's expression was normal, she felt much better.
So what if you've been married into the family for half a year? Judging from the looks of it, your cousin doesn't treat you very well either!
Liu Yunyan thought happily, her eyes filled with light.
After finishing their meal, they returned to their own courtyard with light steps.
Granny Xia was directing the servants to pack her luggage when she saw her return and hurriedly went to greet her.
"Miss, how does the young master treat the young mistress?"
"Nothing special."
"How could this be? I inquired around the manor today and heard that the young mistress was given jewelry and fabric by the young master after she married into the family. He is very caring towards her. At yesterday's banquet, she was the center of attention. Whether it was a maid or a servant, everyone treated her with great respect. I also heard that Chang Mama, who serves the old lady, has a very good relationship with the young mistress."
"How could the young mistress, the daughter of a minor official of the fifth rank, have such a status if she were not favored by the young master?"
Hearing Xia Mama's surprised words, Liu Yunyan scoffed and swaggered onto the cushion.
"It's just hearsay. This morning at breakfast, I met my cousin in the garden. We went to pay our respects to the old lady together. During that time, Madam Jiang came. I don't know why she stood at the door and didn't come in. My cousin called her once, and then the two of us didn't speak to each other again."
"During the meal, the old lady subtly hinted that she hoped to have a great-grandchild soon, but my cousin remained calm and composed."
“I grew up with my cousin, and I know him best.”
"The way he's acting, it's obvious he's not paying attention."
Liu Yunyan spoke with great pleasure, as Jiang Shuwan's comment last night, "The young master is good at undressing people," had almost infuriated her.
She spent the whole night tearing handkerchiefs.
Looking back now, it was just one of her tactics.
"People flaunt what they lack!"
"My cousin is mine, and she can't take him away!"
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