novelaction Chapter 349: Night Visit to Anle Palace (1)
Chapter 349: Night Visit to Anle Palace (1)
Murong Feng had a playful look on his face. "I didn't expect that the person the little uncle really loves is you, Zhenzhen. However, it's understandable that the man and the woman are still single. It's just a pity that my father has already granted the marriage..."
"No, that's not the case..."
Yu Zhenzhen's face was so red that it almost bled. Her father always taught her to be humble in work and proud in life, but now that her situation was exposed, she really wanted to die, especially in front of Yu Qingli.
However, compared to Yu Zhenzhen's panic, Murong Yuan beside her seemed much calmer. She raised an eyebrow and glanced at Yu Qingli, "You're right. Compared to some married women, Zhenzhen is more suitable for the young emperor, isn't she? Zhenzhen, don't be afraid. I'll help you decide this matter."
Murong Feng's smile remained undimmed. "No wonder you were so reluctant when the emperor granted us the marriage. So you actually had this reason. But, if that's the case, why didn't you explain the situation and let the emperor directly grant you and the young uncle the marriage?"
Yu Zhenzhen blushed, yet faintly frightened. Tears welled up in her beautiful eyes. "Your Highness, as a woman, I have many things I cannot control. Besides, when it comes to marriage, the matchmaker's words don't leave much room for a woman like me to say anything. It's just that I'm unwilling to give in, so I've delayed and come to the palace just for..."
"Such sincerity and kindness are truly admirable, Qingli, don't you think?"
"You're right. I didn't even know that my sister's crush was on His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan. His Royal Highness the Prince of Yan and I are quite good friends. If I had known that my sister had such thoughts, I should have mentioned it earlier."
Yu Qingli looked normal, without any flaws. She just glanced at Murong Yanhui's hand, feeling a little uncomfortable.
But strangely enough, the moment Yu Qingli's gaze fell on Murong Yanhui's hand, the hand that was originally holding Yu Zhenzhen suddenly loosened, and Yu Zhenzhen couldn't help feeling a little lost.
Murong Feng smiled and said, "Why? Qingli, do you want to help Zhenzhen?"
"Why not?" Yu Qingli did not refuse.
Yu Zhenzhen's face was full of joy. "Sister, are you willing to help me?"
"You and I are sisters, so why should we help each other? We are family, so why should we talk behind each other's backs? Besides, if you really enter the palace, you can look after me, wouldn't that be great?"
"But sister wasn't..."
"That's because I have a knot in my heart. Over the years, I've been jealous of you being loved by your father, and naturally I took that jealousy out on you. But these days, I've figured it out. Father is father, and you are you. Ultimately, I was just too willful before."
Yu Qingli's behavior made Murong Yuan even more confused. Before, Yu Qingli clearly did not admit her relationship with the Yu family, so why did she take the initiative to help Yu Zhenzhen now?
How could she know that Yu Qingli was just making excuses? She hated Yu Zhenzhen, but she was more worried that Murong Feng would find out about her relationship with Murong Yanhui. Otherwise, how could Murong Feng trust her? How could she continue this drama?
Now, someone has taken the initiative to take the lead for her. She doesn't mind having an extra shield. Since Yu Zhenzhen wants to play the game of good sisters and is very bored anyway, it doesn't matter if she plays with her for a while.
What's more, she had a kind of confidence in her heart. If Murong Yanhui could fall in love with Yu Zhenzhen, she could even write her name backwards!
Yu Zhenzhen was also a little surprised, but seeing Yu Qingli's calm expression and clear eyes, it didn't seem like she was lying to her. She immediately felt moved and overjoyed. If Yu Qingli was really willing to help her, then she would naturally be willing to put aside her past grudges with Yu Qingli. After all, they didn't have any deep hatred.
Moreover, on the surface, the fact that he fell from the pavilion before seemed like Yu Qingli's fault. In fact, the whole thing seemed to be his father's plan, but he just happened to be unlucky.
Thinking of this, Yu Zhenzhen became more sincere towards Yu Qingli.
Seeing the changes in Yu Zhenzhen's eyes, Yu Qingli was secretly surprised. She didn't expect that this woman would be different when she was in love. Even she, the one who caused her to break her leg, didn't mind it so much.
Murong Feng, who had been watching the interaction between Yu Qingli and Yu Zhenzhen, was lost in thought. Yu Qingli had actually proactively admitted her good relationship with Prince Yan. Was he overthinking it? From the beginning to the end, was this just Murong Yan's unrequited love?
Murong Yuan was a little angry when she saw this. What exactly did Yu Zhenzhen mean? Judging from her current behavior, she seemed to want to stand on Yu Qingli's camp. But then she thought about it. They were sisters after all. Even if their bones were broken, they were still connected. How could they become enemies so easily?
Humph! Sure enough, this woman was just trying to coax her. It seemed like she'd better keep some thoughts to herself about Yu Zhenzhen in the future.
Everyone present had their own thoughts, but since the matter was discovered by Murong Feng and the others, Yu Zhenzhen felt embarrassed to stay any longer. She immediately bowed and then took her leave.
After Yu Zhenzhen left, Murong Feng frowned slightly and looked at Murong Yuan, "Yuan'er, when did you know about this?"
"What's the matter?" Murong Yuan pretended to be ignorant.
"Of course it's about Yu Zhenzhen liking the little uncle. You look like you're very happy about it. But do you know that if the emperor finds out, you'll be beheaded!"
"Then don't let Father know. Besides, Yu Zhenzhen is always much better than others."
"Nonsense! Yu Zhenzhen's marriage was personally arranged by our father. Even if we want to change it, I'm afraid you can't do it, right? From today on, you are not allowed to interfere in this matter..."
"You only knew how to criticize me! Didn't Yu Qingli just say that she wanted to help Yu Zhenzhen? Why didn't I see you scold her?" Murong Yuan became more and more unhappy.
Murong Feng said calmly: "She is your sister-in-law!"
Murong Yuan snorted coldly, "Imperial sister-in-law? We don't even know which imperial sister-in-law it is? Brother, if you have time to take care of me, you might as well take care of the one next to you, so that you don't get cuckolded again and again!"
"Snapped!"
A loud slap made everyone stunned. Murong Yuan covered her burning mouth and looked at Yu Qingli with resentment, while Murong Feng's usually gentle face was now ashen. As for Yu Qingli, she was just watching the show, but now she realized that she had been dragged into this show without realizing it.
Now, she had a big feud with the arrogant eldest princess, but never mind, they were not that good to begin with, it just got worse.
But she still had to put in the effort. Yu Qingli exclaimed in surprise and stepped forward, asking with concern, "Princess, are you okay? We need to apply some hot water quickly..."
"No need for your fake kindness, vixen!"
Murong Yuan stretched out her hand and pushed Yu Qingli far away. She stumbled and almost fell to the ground. Fortunately, Murong Feng was quick to grab Yu Qingli and asked, "Qingli, are you okay?"
Yu Qingli shook her head repeatedly, her eyes sparkling with light, "Your Highness, please don't blame the princess. She is your sister after all."
Murong Feng snorted coldly, "She has really been spoiled over the years. If she still remembered that she was my sister, she wouldn't talk to you in that way."
Murong Yuan had already walked away, while Yu Qingli shyly leaned against Murong Feng's chest. She lowered her eyes, a cunning look flashing through them. "Yuan'er is still young, so naturally she doesn't know the seriousness of her words. Your Highness, please don't take it too seriously."
Murong Feng sighed secretly, "I'm sorry for making you suffer."
"It doesn't matter!"
Yu Qingli thought to herself, she didn't expect that sometimes the White Lotus' tricks were quite good, especially for someone like Murong Feng.
Having lived two lives, Yu Qingli asked herself if she had seen through Murong Feng clearly: he was resourceful but not courageous, yet a male chauvinist; he was extremely suspicious, yet he always wanted to show his magnanimity.
Sometimes Yu Qingli asked herself, she really didn't know how she could have fallen for such a man in the first place. Now she felt a little ashamed when she thought about it!
Taking another look at Murong Yanhui lying on the sickbed, Yu Qingli secretly made a comparison in her heart and couldn't help but sigh that people really can't be compared.
After the palace door was closed, Murong Yanhui on the bed slowly opened his eyes, but the bitterness in his eyes was obvious, and his chest hurt a little. He had woken up the moment Yu Qingli came in. The reason why he deliberately did not let go of Yu Zhenzhen's hand was that he wanted to see Yu Qingli's reaction.
Unexpectedly, I ended up being the one who got hurt!
Murong Yanhui smiled bitterly. It was really funny that Lili wanted to help Yu Zhenzhen pursue him. When did it become the turn of others to give orders when he, the dignified King of Yan, wanted a woman?
There are so many women in this world who want to follow Murong Yan back, but he only wants that one. Unfortunately, the woman he wants the most does not appreciate it.
Murong Yanhui raised his hand to cover his eyes, and the warm liquid between his fingers betrayed his emotions.
Lili, do you know that your love with Murong Feng hurts me more than directly rejecting my feelings!
"My Lord, you're awake!"
A palace maid came in with a basin of water. Seeing Murong Yan raised her hand, she couldn't help but feel surprised.
Murong Yanhui responded softly, his voice a little hoarse, "Everyone, get out! Don't disturb me!"
Upon hearing this, the palace maid retreated cautiously and passed on the prince's order. After receiving the order, the eunuchs and palace maids all went to wait outside the hall.
Murong Yanhui closed her eyes again and fell into a deep sleep.
An unknown amount of time had passed, and in a state of half-sleep and half-wakefulness, Murong Yanhui felt a splitting headache, yet his mind was extremely clear. The servants in the hall were all waiting outside, and for a moment, the hall was so quiet that even the sound of falling needle and thread could be heard.
There were footsteps, but Murong Yanhui didn't want to open his eyes. After all, they were just unimportant people. The person he loved had come to visit him with her husband. Now, it must be the time for them to show their love, right?