Chapter 91 The Wedding Plans: She had already sacrificed the first half because of Pei Lang...
"Huff... Huff!"
Lin Zhi, feeling weak all over, lay back on the couch, her heart still pounding wildly in her chest, as if it were about to burst out of her chest.
Is Pei Lang having a nightmare?
But his tone and demeanor just now, his insistence on keeping her by his side at all costs, really didn't seem like something a rational person would do.
Her hands at her sides felt weak, and the numbness spread all the way to the tips of her fingers. Lin Zhi still hadn't gotten used to it. Staying by Pei Lang's side like this was like a ticking time bomb.
She and Pei Lang had known each other since they were young, how could she not understand his character?
Not to mention that after she faked her death and escaped, Pei Lang probably hated her to death.
Now the three of them are lying on one bed, but it's likely that no one but Mianmian can sleep peacefully.
Lin Zhi was extremely anxious and fearful, but she couldn't escape because of Pei Lang's confinement.
She sighed deeply and closed her eyes, but her mind was perfectly clear: she had to leave Pingyi as soon as possible.
Staying in Pingyi for even one more day increases the danger.
Pretending to have amnesia is not a long-term solution. If Pei Lang finds out that she has been dumped, she probably won't be able to handle his wrath.
Although she was filled with fear and trepidation, Lin Zhi's body was already used to Pei Lang's presence. Outside, the wind and snow were raging, and she couldn't help but fall asleep despite her efforts to stay awake.
Hearing the steady breathing, Pei Lang, who was leaning against her, slowly opened his eyes. His gaze was greedily fixed on the delicate and beautiful profile in front of him. He reached out and gently stroked her forehead, leaving a fleeting kiss.
"Ah Zhi, this time I will never let you let go of my hand again..."
She still wanted to run away, thinking she was unaware of what was happening.
Pei Lang's demeanor changed drastically. Gone was the refined and noble air of the current chief minister. Instead, he became a reckless, infatuated, and sinister figure. He gently wrapped his arms around Lin Zhi's waist and neck, like a venomous python that had spotted its prey and slowly tightened its grip.
He entangles his sleeping, unsuspecting prey, leaving them no chance to escape, so that they can only remain under his control.
"Ah..." Something wet and soft brushed against her face, and Lin Zhi was so tickled that she had to open her eyes, only to see a magnified soft and tender little face pressed against hers.
Lin Mianmian, whose mouth had only grown two tiny milk teeth, was still happily nibbling on her face.
Lin Zhi chuckled and quickly sat up, trying to pick her up, but unexpectedly, a pair of large hands beat her to it.
Lin Zhi sat blankly on the couch, watching Pei Lang hold Mianmian like a kitten, his strong and powerful arms supporting her shoulders and back with unwavering stability. "I'm sorry, I didn't keep an eye on this child for a moment and she climbed up to you."
"I'm sorry to have disturbed your peaceful sleep."
Looking at his serious expression, Lin Zhi was still a little confused. Did this person... forget what he did last night?
But then I remembered the explanation of nightmares I had read in a book, and it seemed that people who wake up after a nightmare really do forget!
So, he's the only one who remembers what he did last night?
This is clearly unfair...
Lin Zhi pursed her tender red lips, her heart churning with dissatisfaction, yet she had nowhere to vent it.
She held her breath, washed up, and prepared to leave for home: "Thank you for taking me in last night, Young Master Pei, but it is still proper for men and women to not touch each other, so I'd better go back now."
Pei Lang didn't stop her, but handed her a snow-white fox fur cloak: "Alright, thank you for your trouble, Miss Lin."
With a vague unease in her heart, Lin Zhi took the cloak before stepping out of the room, only to hear a loud bang.
Suddenly, their own front door collapsed with a loud crash!
What are you doing?!
Lin Zhi stared in disbelief at Xing Yun and his men who were fighting in front of her, and almost choked with anger!
Xingyun raised his hand and scratched the back of his head: "Miss Lin, it really wasn't our intention. It's just that your shop has been around for a long time."
"With yesterday's heavy snow, we only lightly dug through the snow, and this is what happened..."
"But don't worry, we'll definitely fix it for you! It'll be even better than before!"
But since she couldn't go back for several days, Lin Zhi felt a lump in her throat, unable to let go. She had originally planned to stay at her brother and sister-in-law's house, but when she turned around, she saw Pei Lang holding Mianmian standing at the door.
The two figures, one tall and one short, bore a striking resemblance in their features and seemed to be staring at him with a wronged expression.
The thought that she might never see Mianmian again after leaving Pingyi made Lin Zhi's heart ache.
Fine, let her be willful this once...
"Feiyi!"
Lin Zhi had just taken a small step toward Pei Lang when she was stopped by a voice behind her. Luo Qinzhi came running out of the house, panting. He glanced at Pei Lang first, then turned to look at the dilapidated state of Lin Zhi's house and frowned: "What happened?"
Lin Zhi pursed her lips and briefly described the heavy snow last night, but Luo Qinzhi's expression suddenly changed, and he quickly lowered his voice and became wary of her: "Is this really not a scheme by that Young Master Pei?"
"I'm going to stay at the school dormitory for half a month tomorrow, why don't you stay at my house?"
"It's fortunate that my mother can look after me; otherwise, I wouldn't feel at ease."
Luo Qinzhi's words were ambiguous; he didn't say whether he was worried about his mother or about her.
Although this was the best solution at the moment, Lin Zhi nodded in agreement, even though she was a little reluctant to part with Mianmian.
At worst, I can just keep running around to Mianmian's side these days.
Although Pei Lang's expression remained unchanged, he personally escorted her to the door.
But Lin Zhi inexplicably felt a chill down her spine.
Lin Zhi had no idea that after only two days of staying at the Luo family's house, Xing Yun knocked on the door and smiled at her, revealing a set of white teeth.
"Miss Lin, look how well we've repaired the gate!"
Looking at the incredibly sturdy and even more exquisite gate, Lin Zhi parted her red lips slightly in surprise. This was something that should have taken several days, yet it was finished so quickly!
She nodded, somewhat astonished: "...It is indeed very good, thank you for your trouble."
She returned home with some lingering doubts, and in just a few days, she felt as if she had lived through another world.
She had been packing a lot of valuables these days, but she was torn between not taking up too much space and not showing off her wealth too much.
It's unclear whether Pei Lang guessed something, but he knocked on the door every day, either because Mianmian missed her or because Mianmian was crying, as if he was wary of her running away.
Holding Mianmian in her arms, Lin Zhi's thoughts sank. Pei Lang's actions served as a reminder that if he soon discovered she had run away, he would probably have to chase after her immediately.
How could she possibly outrun Pei Lang's many subordinates by herself?
Forget about running away, he'd probably be caught and brought back before he got very far...
While rocking her daughter in her arms, Lin Zhi was startled by the sudden crackling sound of firecrackers outside. After realizing what was happening, she quickly covered Mianmian's ears.
Seeing that she only hummed once, he felt relieved.
"There is a wedding in the village today, so there is no need to panic."
Pei Lang pushed the door open and then quickly closed it, but gave Lin Zhi a good idea.
She gave a soft "hmm," her expression unchanged, but an idea was gradually forming in her mind.
"marriage!"
Luo Qinzhi was so shocked he almost jumped off his stool. He had originally wanted to see Miss Lin while he was going home to get his winter clothes, but he never expected her to bring up such a thing!
Luo Qinzhi blushed deeply and stammered, unable to speak: "Well, well, we'll have to wait until I pass the imperial examinations..."
Otherwise, how could he be worthy of Miss Lin?
Getting married and getting engaged are different. Getting engaged is just a smokescreen to protect her, and it's only to let the villagers know about it.
Getting married, getting married is all about...
Lin Zhi looked at Luo Qinzhi, who seemed lost in thought, his face flushed red as if he were being roasted over a fire.
She quickly explained, "This is fake too!"
"This is all an act for Pei Lang, to make him give up completely!"
“After he leaves Pingyi, I will also leave, but I will need to tell the outside world that I died of illness, which may cause some trouble for you, Brother Qinzhi.”
"If you are unwilling, I will think of another way. Please do not give in to me."
Luo Qinzhi's expression suddenly turned dejected, and he lowered his head and murmured, "It's all my fault for being useless. If only I had already achieved official rank earlier."
"If I had become an official earlier and held a position, even if Pei Lang had a lot of money, he wouldn't have been so presumptuous..."
Lin Zhi sighed softly. If he knew Pei Lang's identity and power, he probably wouldn't dare to plot with her.
But it's no use saying all this now. "Qinzhi, even if you think I'm just being presumptuous or self-absorbed, there's one thing I need to make clear to you."
“You are a very good person with a bright future ahead of you. I don’t deserve your time. I’m begging you now. It’s my fault, but I have no other choice.”
“I’ve left you some money, which should be enough to ensure you and Aunt Luo’s comfort for the rest of your lives and support your studies, but I can’t give you any more.”
"No need to say anything more, I'm willing."
Luo Qinzhi clenched his fists, afraid that her constantly opening and closing red lips would say something he didn't want to hear.
"I promise you, I will have everything needed for the wedding ready in three days."
"I'm willing to help you with anything you want, even if the marriage is fake."
Looking into Luo Qinzhi's clear and straightforward eyes, Lin Zhi felt a pang of sadness and a sense of reluctance, but in the end, she said nothing.
When she got home, she took out the bright red dress she had prepared. Although it wasn't as exquisite as her wedding dress, her craftsmanship was still quite good.
What's even more wonderful is that this dress is not only festive, but also reversible and two-tone, with the other side being a dull blue-gray fabric, so it doesn't look bulky as a winter coat.
She never thought that marriage could stop Pei Lang; she planned to escape in the chaos of her wedding day!
If we change into a different, inconspicuous color, even if Pei Lang wants to take action, he won't notice so quickly.
Lin Zhi stroked the clothes in her hands and murmured apologies to Luo Qinzhi and Mianmian.
"My sister's child hasn't been born yet, and we don't know if it's a boy or a girl..."
With a soft thud, a tear the size of a pearl landed on the clothes in her hand, creating a ripple.
She had already sacrificed the first half of her life for Pei Lang, never expecting that he would actually come after her.
She couldn't back down; she absolutely refused to go back to him!
As long as they escape, it can't be worse than returning to the Pei family...
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