Chapter 150 A Reckless Approach: Snatch What You Want
Ji Qingwu raised her face, and under Princess Qingyun's expectant gaze, she calmly uttered a few words.
Why should I tell you?
Princess Qingyun scrutinized her expression and asked suspiciously, "Are you not telling me because your heart is full of people? One on the left, one on the right, and that third son of Grand Secretary Li."
That day at Cining Palace, she was quite shocked for a while by her fifth cousin's "achievements".
Ji Qingwu nodded, saying matter-of-factly, "You're right. My heart is like a continuous mountain range, and there's a person standing on the peak of each mountain."
Princess Qingyun was speechless once again.
After speaking, Ji Qingwu's gaze followed the slightly ajar door and inadvertently caught a glimpse of the situation inside. When she saw clearly how Duan Mingfeng had fed the unconscious woman on the bed medicine, she was stunned.
She took a deep breath, immediately looked away, and awkwardly touched her ear.
Unexpectedly, this Lord Duan is a man of deep feelings, valuing the bond between fellow townsmen so much; he's truly willing to go to such lengths...
This method of oral administration, though somewhat reckless, is quite effective.
Ji Qingwu thought to himself, Duan Mingfeng may seem ruthless, but he is actually a good person.
Princess Qingyun noticed her strange reaction—sometimes surprised, sometimes marveling—and curiously peered inside to see what had happened.
Ji Qingwu reacted quickly, pressing her back with one hand and then swiftly closing the door to block her prying eyes.
Fearing that Princess Qingyun would cause trouble again, she pulled the other woman away, earnestly advising her, "Release the people from Liangxiang Pavilion and leave quickly."
Princess Qingyun stood still, she did not want to leave.
Ji Qingwu assumed that she was still unwilling to let Mo Lingling go.
She said, "You still want to settle scores with her? She lost her child and is now lying in bed unconscious. She poses no threat to you anymore. You are a princess, and you have been in a brothel for so long. It wouldn't be good if word got out."
"I know."
Princess Qingyun looked at the carved pear wood door frame and Ji Qingwu standing guard in front of the door.
He said with a sour tone, "This lady is much smarter than me. She can make you pity her and keep speaking up for her."
Ji Qingwu found this princess quite strange; her sour tone was like that of a child whose candy had been taken away.
She let go of his hand and said, "Then I won't say anything more, I'm leaving now."
Princess Qingyun grabbed her hand and said with dissatisfaction, "Fifth Cousin, don't you find it strange? Why does she dare to talk back to me, a princess, when she is clearly in a weaker position?"
Without giving it much thought, Ji Qingwu said directly, "Because she has a strong and unyielding personality."
"Could a person with a strong temper be a maid in a brothel? Even if she has the sharpest edges, they will be smoothed out here. Fifth Cousin is kind-hearted and thinks the best of everyone."
Ji Qingwu recalled what he had overheard at the door.
Mo Lingling's every word pierced Qingyun's heart. She was pregnant, and whether she had to compromise or beg for mercy, she should have thought of protecting her child first, instead of constantly provoking her.
Ji Qingwu frowned and said, "You mean she deliberately provoked you just now in order to use you to abort the child?"
Princess Qingyun nodded happily and said, "Fifth cousin, you've finally seen through this vixen's true colors."
These words made Ji Qingwu feel as if he had become a tyrannical ruler whose mind had been bewitched.
Princess Qingyun said with pride, "Fifth cousin, whether you believe it or not, I came here today to give her a warning and to make her behave herself so that she won't spread the news of her pregnancy in the city. But she insisted on asking for trouble, so of course I won't be lenient with her."
Did she really not intend to kill Mo Lingling?
Ji Qingwu asked in confusion, "You don't mind her and the child's presence?"
Princess Qingyun said, "Why should I mind? Before the marriage, I would send a maid to test the marriage. With her, I can avoid this matter."
One of the pre-wedding rituals for a princess to marry a prince consort was to send a reliable personal maid to test the marriage with the princess in advance. This test naturally involved matters of the bedroom, and the prince consort had to ensure that he could continue the royal bloodline.
Ji Qingwu shook her head slightly. Sure enough, no one in this palace was simple-minded, not even the pampered little princess with her domineering personality.
She said, "Okay, I understand. Can I leave now?"
Ji Qingwu lingered here for quite a while, and she figured it was time to pick up Qiuqiu from school.
Princess Qingyun said, "Fifth Cousin, don't associate with her anymore. From now on, stand on my side, and I can protect you."
Ji Qingwu didn't want to get involved; as long as she stayed away from palace affairs, she could protect herself.
She lifted her foot to leave, but Princess Qingyun still held onto her arm tightly.
Ji Qingwu looked down at her and asked, "Are you going to let go or not?"
"No, I won't loosen my grip," the other party replied firmly.
Ji Qingwu's strength was unmatched by ordinary women, let alone this delicate and precious little princess.
With a little effort, Princess Qingyun had no choice but to cling to the wall beside her to steady herself, refusing to leave no matter what, saying, "I won't leave unless you tell me."
Ji Qingwu remained silent for a long time before finally asking, "What exactly do you want me to say?"
Tell me who your sweetheart is.
How could Qingyun still remember this? Ji Qingwu said helplessly, "Do you think we're the kind of people who can have this kind of conversation?"
Why tell someone you love who you truly desire?
Princess Qingyun said matter-of-factly, "Of course we are. You just called me by my name affectionately. Only people I approve of can call me that."
Was that calling her by her name affectionately? It was out of necessity, forced by circumstances.
Ji Qingwu said frankly, "You can also call me by my name, then we'll be even."
Princess Qingyun pouted and glared angrily. She backed down and said, "If you won't tell me who he is, then tell me what kind of person he is?"
The less her fifth cousin said, the more curious she became about what kind of man resided in Ji Qingwu's soft and clear heart.
Princess Qingyun felt as if a hundred claws were tearing at her heart. She began to guess, "Is he a refined and handsome young master from a noble family?"
Ji Qingwu's face was expressionless; he glanced at her, his reaction indifferent.
Princess Qingyun frowned slightly.
Recently, she had overheard the eunuchs discussing among themselves that after the archery and horsemanship ceremony, quite a few military families, captivated by Ji Qingwu's unrestrained and dashing demeanor, wanted to propose marriage to her.
Could it be that among these families, there are women that my fifth cousin has taken a liking to, but who are only compatible with the Ji family's social standing and background, and who must at least hold an official position?
Princess Qingyun continued to guess, "Fifth cousin, do you like majestic generals?"
Ji Qingwu's eyes flickered, and his expression became somewhat unnatural.
Princess Qingyun felt she had guessed her thoughts and said happily, "General, you're very kind. I wonder which family my fifth cousin has taken a fancy to? I'll help you snatch it!"
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