Chapter 5: Not Destined for Good Fortune

d she worry about him finding out earlier She huffed irritably, "I won’t say if you don’t want to hear! Do I look like I enjoy looking for a fight with you"With that said, she ignored Yun Old Eldest P...Chapter 5: Not So Shallow Bliss

Yun Qianyue never thought that she would end up at the Rong王府 in such a manner and meet Rong Jing in this particular posture. The cool, gentle voice sounded like the whispers of a devil, making her blood freeze and turn icy cold throughout her body. Her fingers involuntarily retracted, only these two fingers could still move.

Rong Feng was also momentarily stiff but it didn’t last long. Soon after, he lowered his head to look at Yun Qianyue in his arms. She had her head down and he couldn’t see her expression, but he clearly felt that she was rigid. His phoenix eyes overflowed with bitterness as he slowly turned around while holding Yun Qianyue, gave Rong Jing a bow without uttering a word.

"Is this the Rong王府’s Viscount Scene known for his 'splendid clothes and snowy beauty' who can make the world fall at his feet with just one smile" Ye Qian turned her head upon hearing the voice. She sized up the calm figure of Rong Jing stepping out from inside, a pair of beautiful eyes flashing admiration as she exclaimed crisply: "It’s indeed true to its reputation!"

Yun Qianyue was jolted awake and her body thawed slightly as she lay limply in Rong Feng's arms. She snorted inwardly, never imagining that Rong Jing would have such a reputation for his beauty. Is he supposed to be like Yang Guifei With one glance back!

"They say Southern Border Princess Ye has 'a silver moon tinting her rouge' and is the only splash of red amidst thousands of rivers. Today, when I met you, your reputation proves justified," Rong Jing stopped walking and his eyes fell upon Ye Qian’s crimson robe as he smiled faintly, seemingly ignoring Yun Qianyue in Rong Feng's arms by not even glancing her way.

Ye Qian blushed at the remark. She said somewhat awkwardly: "Viscount Scene is mocking me! If I truly deserved that description, I wouldn’t have fallen from mid-air and humiliate myself right here in your Rong王府."

"Even horses stumble sometimes and people make mistakes," replied Rong Jing with a smile.

“Indeed! All because of you Night Qingshan, that good-for-nothing fellow. If you hadn’t harmed me, would I have humiliated myself" Ye Qian turned around to glare at Night Qingshan: "Are you satisfied now Have I brought disgrace upon myself for your amusement"

Night Qingshan snorted, “You got yourself into trouble on your own. Had you not latched onto that girl and dragged her here despite my orders, could I have harmed you In the end, it’s still your fault.”

“We agreed she would bring me to Rong王府. Do you think I kidnapped her As if I’d eat her,” Ye Qian glared at him indignantly.

“Who knows what devious ideas you have! Now, look where your actions got you; nearly dropping her from the sky,” Night Qingshan coldly retorted with a stern face. “I knew there would be no good come of it when I went to Cloud王府 looking for her.”

“If not for you constantly forcing me into service, would I have had nowhere else to sleep but at the Yun王府 Besides, what’s wrong with visiting I intend to visit her every day and become close friends. What business is it of yours if I harbor ill intentions” Ye Qian angrily declared.

“You’re unreasonable! Follow me back to the imperial palace now.” Night Qingshan was infuriated and reached out for Ye Qian.

Ye Qian sidestepped, “I won’t go. I want to visit Viscount Scene’s Purple Bamboo Courtyard instead.”

"Why do you wish to go there" Night Qingshan stopped his attempt to grab her and asked with a displeased expression.

“See for yourself It doesn’t matter if it isn’t allowed, does it You can’t stop me from entering the Purple Bamboo Courtyard today. I won’t budge an inch until I do. Even if you take me by force to the imperial palace and demand my cooperation, I’ll refuse. Just because there are corpses with curses that originated in Southern Border doesn’t mean anything. A hundred years ago during our forefather emperor’s campaign across the land, Southern Border experienced a great upheaval after which it fell into disarray. There could have been people who understood those insect curses and took advantage of the situation to leave Southern Border and establish their own sects. They might now be causing trouble again. The Heavenly Saint Emperor can’t hold me accountable for that!” Ye Qian raised her head and said to Night Qingshan.

“You…” Night Qingshan was momentarily speechless.

Ye Qian gave him a huff, ignored him, approached Rong Jing, and as she walked over, warmly greeted: "Viscount Scene, may I visit your Purple Bamboo Courtyard"

"Princess Ye, please stay," Rong Jing called out when he saw that she was still three steps away from him.

Ye Qian immediately stopped but didn’t get upset. She smiled and said: "I momentarily forgot your rules. Once I set my mind on something, I won't rest until it’s done. If you don’t let me visit today, I’ll keep asking until I’m allowed to see the place. What do you think

"Since Princess Ye is interested in my residence, it is an honor for Rong Jing. Please come in, Princess Ye!" Rong Jing gently swept his sleeve at Ye Qian and made a gesture to invite her in. After speaking, he turned around and walked into the mansion.

“Young Master Jing really is kind! Thank you!” A smile appeared on Ye Qian's face, and she hurriedly followed after Rong Jing. She took only two steps before remembering Yun Shanjue and waved at her, "Yun Shanjue, follow me!"

"Since there are people to guide you in now, I won't go in," Yun Shanjue shook her head.

Ye Qian stopped walking and looked back at Yun Shanjue. She noticed that she was not wearing shoes and had an epiphany, "Oh, your shoes are gone, so you can’t walk. What should we do"

"It's fine! It’s just a pair of shoes. You go in," Yun Shanjue still shook her head.

“Leaving you here doesn't seem right,” Ye Qian remained stationary.

“Can’t I walk without shoes You lived for half a month in my Purple Bamboo Courtyard and now act like a guest Come on, get inside!” Rong Jing suddenly stopped walking and turned around to give Yun Shanjue a cold glance.

Yun Shanjue ignored him as if she hadn’t heard anything. She looked at Ye Qian and said, “You go in! I’ll be returning to the palace right away.”

"How are you going back" Ye Qian felt that something was off about the atmosphere.

“It’s just a pair of shoes missing. Not my feet. You don’t need to worry about it,” Yun Shanjue thought this woman cared about her too much, like an auntie would.

Ye Qian was going to nod when Rong Jing slowly walked back over and reached out towards Rong Feng as if nothing had happened, his face expressionless. "Give her to me."

Rong Feng’s body trembled.

Yun Shanjue looked at the white, slender hand in front of her, like jade. As she followed it up to Rong Jing's face, which was similarly pale and beautiful as a painting, she noticed that his expression had turned cold compared with before. She frowned slightly and asked, "What are you going to do"

“Did you not say you would send Miss Wen home Are we just going to leave her here in the rain to wait for you to bring her back” Rong Jing ignored Yun Shanjue’s question and told Rong Feng.

Miss Wen Yun Shanjue was stunned. Only then did she notice that besides Rong Jing and Rong Feng, there was a graceful woman standing under an umbrella at the entrance of the Yong王府 (Palace). The woman had a beautiful face with a touch of spirit and nobility; her eyes were filled with obvious jealousy, although she tried to suppress it. Yun Shanjue saw through this immediately. She suddenly raised the corner of her mouth and said to Rong Feng, "You sure have great luck!"

His body stiffened.

"I don’t care! I want you to take me home myself! I was the one who first set my eyes on you. Anyone else, well... they’ll just have to wait in line!" Yun Shanjue suddenly became irritable; she spoke with arrogance and stubbornness. Then, she raised her eyebrows at Wen Ruyan provocatively—she had met this woman on her first day here, Princess Wen Ruyan, the third daughter of Great General Wen.

Wen Ruyan’s beautiful eyes turned angry. She lifted her gaze to look at Rong Feng with a somewhat fragile and weak expression despite her original spirit and nobility, "Young Master Feng said he would take me home…"

Rong Feng pursed his lips without speaking.

"Young Master Feng, my father returned to the capital today; right now it’s probably time for him to enter the mansion. My father was close friends with Lord Wen and is very pleased that one of his descendants has come back to the capital. He sent people to say he wanted to see you when you came back," Wen Ruyan walked over slowly, looking at Rong Feng hopefully.

Rong Feng doesn't answer but his grip loosens slightly.

Yun Qianyue suddenly feels disheartened. Although she tangled with Rong Jing but nothing happened, and although she truly wanted to marry Rong Feng, she’s afraid that her actions upon hearing the news about Rong Jing being Rong Feng's uncle, as well as all the rumors, might have hurt him. She has had so many things happen in such a short period of time that her mindset is no longer the same as it was when she petitioned for their marriage; he must have also experienced quite a lot during this time too. Although she realized on that day that Rong Feng looked at her differently, he never said he liked her, did he She had been so foolish to try and force things between them. If she were to be rejected now, she would lose all dignity. Moreover, she has no right to stop him from finding happiness for himself. Although she petitioned for the marriage, the old emperor didn’t agree, so it was just a joke until this day. She isn’t his fiancée or anything yet, and although Wen Ruyan wasn’t someone Yun Qianyue liked, that doesn’t mean he wouldn't like her.

With these thoughts in mind, she suddenly smiles faintly and says indifferently, "Then forget it. If you have things to do, just go ahead and leave me here."

The moment Yun Qianyue finishes speaking, Rong Feng tightens his embrace of her slightly, presses his lips together, and then turns to the Rong Jing before him: “Since the Young Master has a guest to entertain, I will take Miss Yun back now!”

Yun Qianyue is stunned. He’s going to send her back

Rong Jing narrows his eyes and withdraws his hand without replying.

Rong Feng carries Yun Qianyue and takes a step forward, not even glancing at Wen Ruyan once.

"Young Master Rong…" Wen Ruyan’s face changes color as she hurriedly calls out to him in pursuit, standing in front of him.

“The sky is still early; Miss Wen isn’t a weak woman and the distance between the Honor王府 and General Wen’s manor isn’t too far. Miss Wen can go back on her own.” Rong Feng glances at Wen Ruyan with an indifferent expression.

"But my father said he wants to meet you…" Wen Ruyan struggles as she says this.

“I will pay a visit to General Wen another day,” Rong Feng bypasses Wen Ruyan and doesn’t linger any longer, carrying Yun Qianyue lightly on his feet and using his light-footed skills to fly towards the Cloud Manor.

Wen Ruyan bites her lips as she watches Rong Feng leave with a pale face. Her beautiful eyes are filled with hatred and jealousy; she never thought that Rong Feng would actually leave her behind while carrying Yun Qianyue, the useless woman, back to Cloud Manor. Moreover, she had never before been publicly rejected by someone, so her anger and resentment knows no bounds.

"So it’s true what she said—Rong Feng is really that good!" Ye Qian exclaims in admiration.

“Do you even know what ‘good’ means” Night Qingran scolds. He snorts, “Are you still going to the palace with me today or not”

"No! I want to visit Prince Jing’s Purple Bamboo Garden!" Ye Qian shakes her head.

“Today this Young Master is tired, Princess Ye will have to visit the Purple Bamboo Garden another day,” Rong Jing suddenly turns and walks into the manor. The moon-white brocade robe he wears swirls up a breeze; the chilling coldness surpasses even the coolness brought by the drizzle. Although his voice remains as light and indifferent as ever, anyone who listens to him can’t help but feel an icy chill that seeps through their bones. At this moment, Rong Jing’s attitude is aloof and distant, so much so that no one dares approach within three feet of him; even the flowers and plants within ten zhang around him are trembling in cold.

Ye Qian is taken aback.

Night Qingran suddenly chuckles. "Weak beauty, you’re getting what’s coming to you today!"

Rong Jing stops and suddenly turns his head to look at Night Qingran with a cold expression, “You don’t even have today!”

Seeing this, Night Qingran is instantly furious. Before he can do anything in response, Rong Jing ignores him completely and walks into the manor once again. Night Qingran glares angrily as he contemplates whether to follow through with his plan of giving Rong Jing a slap; however, before he can take action, Ye Qian suddenly walks over and grabs him by the arm, “Come on, I’ll go to the palace with you!”

“What’s the point of going to the palace No! I want to return to Little Missy and sleep there! You can go wherever you want. It’s not as if only Little Missy was attacked; it doesn’t make sense for me to work so hard while someone else sits around doing nothing. Investigate the case or don’t, whatever,” Night Qingran snaps irritably before he abruptly breaks free of Ye Qian and lightly touches his feet to follow after Rong Feng’s figure.

He didn't expect Rong Feng to actually pick up the little girl right in front of that weakling beauty! Impressive!

"You..." Ye Qian was instantly furious, glaring at Ye Qingran as he left and unable to do anything. She turned around only to see Rong Jing's figure already entering the inner courtyard. The guards at Yong王府’s main gate had promptly shut it with a bang. She was even more annoyed; did this count as her eggs being broken after her chickens flew away She huffed, angrily saying, "What nonsense! Who have I offended"

After her angry retort, she felt something was amiss today. “This humble woman is Wen Ruyan. Princess Ye, it's a pleasure to meet you!” Wen Ruyan walked over with a smile and bowed to Ye Qian.

Ye Qian had originally intended to figure out what happened today but before she could think about it, here came Wen Ruyan smiling in front of her. She raised an eyebrow without responding.

"Miss Shanyue from the Yun王府 is notorious for her capriciousness and mischievous behavior, not knowing a single character or understanding literature. Princess Ye saw her today; I suppose you find her exactly as rumored Back then she liked Crown Prince Duan, chasing after him for over ten years, now she fancies Rong Feng公子, even requesting the Emperor to bestow a marriage order in the Martial Examination Conference. Isn't that laughable This is simply absurd behavior. Not only this, but there are also rumors about Young Noble Jing outside, saying he's the number one prodigy of our Heavenly Saint Dynasty, divine-like figures who wouldn’t do anything improper. It must be her slandering everyone and polluting Young Noble Jing’s reputation." Wen Ruyan didn't mind Ye Qian not responding to her and slowly opened her mouth after bowing.

Ye Qian raised an eyebrow again without changing her expression, listening intently as if she didn't understand what this beauty was trying to say.

"I heard that Princess Ye once had a romantic relationship with Young Noble Ran. But now it seems he pays too much attention to Shanyue Miss. Are you not concerned at all" Wen Ruyan leaned close and asked softly.

Ye Qian blinked, still seemingly uncomprehending.

"Oh, Princess Ye has lived in the Southern Frontier, so it's understandable that she doesn’t know about the various scandals in Heavenly Saint City. This Miss Shanyue often engages in mischief; initially fond of Crown Prince Duan, later when he disliked her, just as she was being arrested for burning Wanting Spring Pavilion, Young Noble Jing and Young Noble Ran happened to return to the capital after a decade-long absence. She then set her sights on them but always remained unclear about their feelings. Later at the Martial Examination Conference, when Rong Feng公子 returned to the capital, she took an interest in him too, insisting for the Emperor's marriage order on the spot during the conference which was denied, and thereafter began besmirching Young Noble Jing’s reputation, causing a stir in the capital over her actions... " Wen Ruyan spoke softly with her body nearly touching Ye Qian, almost whispering into her ear, choosing her words carefully to emphasize key points.

Ye Qian stood still, a glint flashing briefly across her eyes before disappearing. She remained silent and listened intently.

"This type of woman is even frustrating for the Emperor; it's said that Old General Yun fell seriously ill from anger over her at one point but now doesn’t pay her any attention, while Lord Yun hasn't asked about her in over ten years because he dislikes her. Only wonder what tricks she used to make Young Noble Jing look kindly on her, and even Young Noble Ran... " Wen Ruyan paused for a moment upon saying this, glancing at Ye Qian’s expression. Seeing interest, she continued without reservation: "Sister, despite meeting the princess for the first time, I was captivated by your grace. It's incomparable to any other woman in the world, even Miss Yuling from the Chancellor's Manor can't match up; forgive my boldness, but how could a woman as talented and beautiful as you with such high martial arts skills not be loved by Young Noble Ran If he now cares about Yun Shanyue, it must be because she bewitched him."

Ye Qian's eyelids flickered slightly; she remained silent.

"Men sometimes can't resist temptation. Although Yun Shanyue is illiterate and uncouth, she has one thing worth mentioning: a fox-like face that men find attractive. So please forgive my boldness and advise you to keep a closer eye on Young Noble Ran." Wen Ruyan finished her speech, stepping back, thinking about how the princess would certainly hate Yun Shanyue after hearing this if she was indeed in a relationship with Young Noble Ran. Even though she couldn’t move Yun Shanyue, there were others who could, such as this Southern Frontier princess skilled in curses.

Ye Qian finally understood that Wen Ruyan considered her and herself as being on the same side. Was it sympathy for shared misfortune or pity after both having been recently dumped She couldn't help but laugh inwardly; she never expected to hear such a speech today, wondering what expression Yun Shanyue would wear when told of this. Regardless, she found it extremely novel and enlightening.

"Princess Ye, now that I've spoken so much, do you have any thoughts" Wen Ruyan was surprised at the princess's calmness; as a woman, she understood women well from palace intrigues among concubines. She couldn't believe this princess didn’t react after such an incendiary speech and her strange expression wasn't one of anger.

"Thoughts" Ye Qian raised an eyebrow.

Wen Ruyan was taken aback, nodding: "Yes, Princess Ye, weren't you listening to my words carefully just now"

"I heard it but I'm somewhat unclear." Ye Qian looked at Wen Ruyan and asked innocently, "My father doesn’t have any illegitimate daughters; why do you call me sister"

Wen Ruyan’s face paled, speechless for a moment. She hadn't expected this princess to start with such a question. In the capital, among noble ladies they usually called each other sisters and sometimes even Princess Qingwan would forget her status and address them as such; she didn’t think it wouldn’t work here.

"Hm Miss Wen, aren’t you supposed to explain this to me" Ye Qian wasn't letting her off the hook so easily.

Wen Ruyan suddenly took a step back and forced a smile, saying, "It was because this maiden felt an immediate rapport with the princess that I forgot about your status momentarily and called you sister. Please don't be offended."

"Oh! So it's like that!" Ye Qian suddenly understood and said solemnly to Wen Ruyan, "From now on, Madam Wen, please don't say such things to this princess again; otherwise, I will think my father has an illegitimate daughter outside. My father only has me as his daughter, and he loves me dearly. I take great pride in that, so I don't want another sister at all."

"Princess Ye is right. This maiden won't say such things again!" Wen Ruyan immediately apologized.

"That's good then." Seeing Wen Ruyan's face turn red and pale alternately, Ye Qian found her very attractive. She stared intently at her and suddenly stepped closer to ask in a low voice, "What you said just now was true Is Yun Qianyue really that outrageous"

"Yes! I would never lie!" Seeing Ye Qian hooked, Wen Ruyan quickly assured her.

"You said she seduced Shengzǐ Jun and then Night Qingran Now, she's even lusting after Rong Feng" Ye Qian asked again.

"Everyone says so!" Wen Ruyan nodded and answered skillfully and shrewdly.

"Oh, is that the case since everyone says so Then there must be no mistake." Ye Qian seemed to believe her as she stepped closer to Wen Ruyan and said resentfully, "I can forgive you saying she seduced Shengzǐ Jun and Rong Feng. But how should I punish her for daring to pursue Night Qingran Can you give me some advice"

Wen Ruyan was delighted but kept a poker face as she said hesitantly, "Princess Ye, that... might not be good! She is the legitimate daughter of Cloud Manor and now manages its affairs. Besides, Shengzǐ Jun, Rong Feng公子, and Little Prince Dye all support her..."

"Didn't you just say we're compatible You even called me sister! Though I don't have a younger sister like you, I will give you this face in light of our relationship. Tell me how should I punish her then As I'm new to the capital and unfamiliar with the situation here, what can be done to severely punish her so that she won’t dare to pursue Night Qingran again" Ye Qian asked.

"Well... I don't have any good ideas either!" Wen Ruyan shook her head, still rather cautious since they were at the entrance of Prince Yong's Manor.

"You're afraid Shengzǐ Jun will protect her I don’t think you need to worry about that. Did you see his expression just now He doesn't like that woman at all. And she’s so disrespectful, daring to challenge Shengzǐ Jun. Perhaps he only looked after her out of respect for the old Cloud Manor Lord" Ye Qian asked.

"Yes, he probably did it out of courtesy towards the late Cloud Manor Lord. But I didn't expect her to overstep and start lusting after Shengzǐ Jun." Wen Ruyan nodded and seemed hesitant before seeing that Ye Qian was serious about punishing Yun Qianyue; she suggested quietly, "They say people from Southern Frontier are skilled in insect curses, capable of silently tormenting someone. If Princess Ye truly hates her and wants to punish her, it’s not difficult!"

"Oh! I forgot my status. Thank you for reminding me." Ye Qian realized this as she nodded.

Wen Ruyan smiled softly, praising generously, "That's because Princess Ye has a kind heart. Unfortunately, you don’t know how treacherous people can be; being kind to others doesn't guarantee they will be kind back. Little Prince Dye is so charming and elegant, both of you are attracted to each other, but today he’s giving you the cold shoulder because of Yun Qianyue. You must come up with a plan to ensure she doesn’t seduce him!"

Ye Qian nodded and looked at Wen Ruyan with admiration; she truly thought highly of Southern Frontier women! She leaned in and asked, "Do you like Rong Feng"

Wen Ruyan was shocked, her face flushed instantly as she lowered her head, her voice softening, "This maiden admires Mr. Rong Feng, but it’s just admiration. Women from Southern Frontier are all well-mannered except Yun Qianyue. We don’t dare to do anything inappropriate. Unlike you, people in the South and Southern Liang have more open relationships; men and women can pursue each other privately. Don't think this maiden has some ulterior motive; I said we felt an immediate rapport, and also thought that Princess Ye and Little Prince Dye are so well-matched, it’s enviable, hence reminding you to avoid any regret later on."

"So it is! Thank you!" Ye Qian thanked her with a smile before saying angrily, "I'm going to Cloud Manor right now to punish Yun Qianyue. This woman is too despicable; unless I give her a taste of what she deserves, she won’t even know who she is!"

Wen Ruyan's face lit up but quickly hid it.

"Do you need me to send you back" Ye Qian kindly asked Wen Ruyan.

"If the princess has important matters to attend to, she should hurry up and go! I can return home by myself. It's still early today!" Wen Ruyan hurriedly shook her head to decline Ye Qian’s kind offer.

"Alright then, I’ll remember this favor you did for me today! On another day, I will definitely repay you." After saying that, Ye Qian lightly tapped the tip of her foot and headed towards Yun Wangfu.

"Princess Ye, take care!" Wen Ruyan gave a slight bow in the direction where Ye Qian left. As she straightened up, a sneer appeared on her face and her eyes turned venomous. She had been closest to her cousin since childhood but did not expect that because Prince Taizi had neglected Concubine Yun Qian for so long, Yun Qian was now somewhat different from before. Not only had the prince changed his attitude towards her, even Lord Jing and Little Duke Ran were treating her differently as well. Moreover, there was still a Young Master Yun who was very protective of his younger sister at present. She originally did not want to provoke her but unexpectedly, she had monopolized Rong Feng recently. That day when she heard the rumors that Concubine Yun Qian requested an imperial marriage decree for Rong Feng, out of curiosity, she went to Mo Baozhai. Little did she expect that upon seeing Rong Feng’s portrait, she would fall in love with him at first sight; since then, she had thought about him day and night and used all sorts of methods just to get close to him. Finally, today she managed to make use of her father returning to the capital city to ask Rong Feng to escort her home so that they could get closer to each other. But unexpectedly, Yun Qian appeared to cause trouble, which made her extremely angry. Luckily, Ye Qian was also given a cold shoulder by Night Qingran at this time; thus, she suddenly had an idea. Why not send Princess Ye to deal with Yun Qian Wouldn’t it be better for her to benefit from the situation if they fought each other She didn’t believe that Yun Qian would have the ability to avoid being affected by the insect spell of Southern Border.

Wen Ruyan naturally dared not voice out her thoughts; at this moment, she felt quite pleased with herself for her scheme as she headed back to General Wen Manor even though she didn’t get to go home escorted by Rong Feng.

"Tsk tsk, this woman is really cute. Little Spider, what do you guys think" Ye Qian did not leave but leaned against a corner of the eaves nearby and watched Wen Ruyan’s expression just now thoroughly. While she commented with admiration, it seemed as if she was talking to someone else at the same time, "You go chase after her, make her feel happy and affectionate towards you; only then can you return."

After speaking, there were rustling sounds around her that headed in Wen Ruyan’s direction.

"Don’t be too hasty. Wait until she returns to General Wen Manor after seeing General Wen before you make a move on her; otherwise, if something happens to her halfway, wouldn’t the responsibility fall onto Rong Feng for not escorting her back Since Beauty Yun Qian likes Rong Feng, I can’t harm him."

After speaking again, those rustling sounds suddenly slowed down.

"You don’t have to be too cruel though; it’s enough if she is unable to go out for half a month." Ye Qian added another reminder.

A myriad of squeaky sounds were heard all around her as if they were replying to her words.

Ye Qian was satisfied and lightly tapped the tip of her foot before flying towards Yun Wangfu. Since she could not enter Zizhu Courtyard, Night Qingran had also changed his mind about dragging her to the palace; thus, she would return home for a good sleep then.

The moment Ye Qian left, the main entrance of Rong王府 (Rong王府 seems to be repeated and possibly refers to Rong王府 which means 'Rong Prince's Manor' in English) was finally quiet again.

At this time, in the main house of Zizhu Courtyard, Rong Jing stood expressionlessly by the window. After a while, he instructed with his soft and cool voice, "Xian Ge, find back the pair of shoes she threw away and send it to Yun Wangfu!"

"Young Master" Xian Ge sounded reluctant. Miss Shallow Moon was so inconsiderate; why did Young Master have to stick to her

"Hurry up!" Rong Jing’s face darkened.

"Yes!" Xian Ge dared not delay any longer and hurriedly went away.

Rong Jing still stood motionless by the window, watching as the fine rain gradually stopped, and the grey sky slowly turned pale blue before the pale blue faded into dusk. His jade-like face rarely showed such a deep and mysterious expression.

Aside:

I update daily; some of you have monthly votes in your hands to threaten me with… *sobs* You’re too uncooperative (⊙_⊙）

Recommendation: My good friend Shu Ge’s “My Lady Of The City” which will be published under the title "Imperial Consort". o(n_n)o~ forest, dotting the purple leaves with speckled light that looked very beautiful. Yun Qianyue glanced at the stone monument standing in front of the purple bamboo forest. Her gaze flashed a mischievo...