bestfiction Chapter 179 is heartbreaking.
Chapter 179 is heartbreaking.
With Pei Rujing and the other woman discovered, what was originally a budding romance between two people turned into a group of four.
Zuo Mingxuan leaned close to Pei Rujing's ear and whispered, "Princess, shouldn't we leave on our own?"
They came here to spy, after all, and now that people have seen them, it wouldn't be good for them to just stay put.
Pei Rujing shared the same thought, saying, "Second Brother, Zuo San and I have other matters to attend to, so..."
Pei Shirong interrupted, "Mother is also at Xiangguo Temple. Since you're here too, join us for dinner later."
Pei Rujing glanced at Mei Yilan and said, "Let's talk about this when it's time to eat. You and Miss Mei can chat first."
After saying that, Pei Rujing pulled Zuo Mingxuan away.
Pei Shirong smiled somewhat awkwardly: "My little sister is used to being very energetic."
Mei Yilan said, "It's fine."
On the other side, after the two had moved away from the bamboo forest, Zuo Mingxuan said, "In my opinion, this marriage is probably going to happen."
Pei Rujing shared the same sentiment: "Miss Mei seems to have no objections."
Pei Shirong was the one who proposed this marriage arrangement, so he certainly has no objections. As long as Mei Yilan is willing, the marriage will naturally be arranged.
"The sooner we settle things, the less Mom will have to worry."
"Looks like it won't be long before we get to drink your second brother's wedding wine."
Pei Rujing glanced at her: "Let's see who lets me drink the wedding wine first."
Zuo Mingxuan didn't mince words and rationally analyzed, "I'm not in a hurry, but the Eldest Princess must be quite anxious."
"Indeed. My second brother will likely be older than you."
After visiting Mei Yilan, the two strolled around Xiangguo Temple. When it was almost lunchtime, they met up with the Princess and went to have lunch together.
By this time, the Mei family had already left.
Pei Shirong, whose reaction time was too slow, finally realized, "Little sister, you came to Xiangguo Temple on purpose today, didn't you?"
Since Mei Yilan wasn't here, Pei Rujing didn't bother to hide it: "That's right. I heard that my second brother has taken a fancy to a girl, so of course I had to come and see."
With her future daughter-in-law settled, the eldest princess's previously worried expression vanished, replaced by a relaxed and cheerful one: "I was stunned when I found out. I had chosen so many for him, but he wasn't satisfied with any of them. I never expected that he would choose one himself."
"But I was worried that he might not have good judgment, so I sent someone to investigate that Miss Mei before I felt at ease."
Pei Rujing said, "It seems that Mother is very satisfied with Miss Mei."
The eldest princess said, "She is a good girl. Her father, Mei Yanhong, was once a border general who made great contributions to the court. He is a respectable person."
Princess Chang, being of royal lineage, tends to favor generals who guard the borders and risk their lives for the court.
Pei Shirong reminded her, "She'll definitely still be willing to marry me."
Pei Rujing asked him, "What's wrong? Did Second Brother say something wrong and Miss Mei is unhappy?"
No, not at all.
The eldest princess smiled and said, "My eyes are not blind yet. Miss Mei is clearly not resistant. I will send someone to the Mei residence to propose marriage another day and try to settle your marriage as soon as possible."
Pei Shirong said, "Thank you for your trouble, Mother."
Pei Rujing joked, "Congratulations, Second Brother, on winning the heart of your beauty."
Pei Shirong chuckled sheepishly, "It's not decided yet, it's not decided yet."
……
When Wen Zongji returned from his shift, he learned from Pei Rujing that Pei Shirong was about to get engaged.
"Second Brother is a man who, once he speaks, will amaze everyone."
After changing his clothes, Wen Zongji had dinner with Pei Rujing: "I couldn't find anyone I liked before, and now, just a few days later, we're getting engaged. It really is true that marriage depends on fate; when fate comes, there's no stopping it."
"By the way, which girl is Second Brother getting engaged to?"
"The legitimate daughter of Mei Yanhong, Vice Minister of War."
"Mei Yanhong?"
Wen Zongji was slightly taken aback: "What a coincidence."
Pei Rujing took a sip of soup: "What's so coincidental?"
"The content of the Beijing Daily is pretty much set now, but after a while, it inevitably gets boring. So I plan to publish some different content every ten issues of the Beijing Daily. For example, some people or things that are worthy of praise."
"Today I went to the palace to see the Crown Prince and mentioned this idea to him. The Crown Prince agreed and then mentioned Mei Yanhong."
"Mei Yanhong has guarded the border for many years and made great contributions to the court. He has faced life and death several times, and his achievements are all earned by risking his life. The Crown Prince said that Mei Yanhong's deeds are worthy of being published in the capital newspaper."
The fact that the Crown Prince remembered Mei Yanhong shows just how extraordinary his achievements were.
Pei Rujing said, "I didn't expect Mei Yanhong to catch the Crown Prince's eye."
Wen Zongji said, "After leaving the palace, I investigated Mei Yanhong. He was promoted to Vice Minister of War last year. His official position was elected by the cabinet. The Crown Prince was in the cabinet last year to observe government affairs. Perhaps that's when he learned about Mei Yanhong and then about his affairs."
"It should be."
Pei Rujing was uninterested: "Since the Crown Prince favors Mei Yanhong so much, it's clear that the Mei family shouldn't have any problems."
All she cared about was whether Pei Shirong could settle down with Mei Yilan.
As for Mei Yanhong's favor with the Crown Prince and his potential for rapid advancement, Pei Rujing didn't think about it. After all, other people's future career paths were none of her concern.
Wen Zongji smiled and said, "My mother-in-law has already investigated it, so there's definitely no problem."
After finishing their meal, the two went for a walk together.
Now that it's almost the end of July, there's no moon in the sky, and we're only lit up by the lanterns carried by the maids.
Pei Rujing held Wen Zongji's hand and swayed it back and forth, having a great time without saying a word.
Wen Zongji simply looked at her, his gaze gentle, carrying a hint of emotion that even he himself was unaware of.
This peaceful and idyllic life was what he had always longed for.
No matter how busy you are during the day, it's best to have someone waiting for you when you get home, someone to eat with, or someone to take a walk with.
......
Soon, it was Wu Fengyuan's wedding day.
Wen Zongji and Pei Rujing arrived at the Wu residence together by carriage, and then parted ways after entering the residence.
Wen Zongji went to the front yard to find Wu Fengyuan.
Pei Rujing was led to the inner quarters to spend time with the women.
Madam Wu was in a very good mood today, her face full of smiles. Upon seeing Pei Rujing, she smiled and said, "It's been a while since we played mahjong together, Princess. How about we invite you to play another game? Would you do me the honor?"
Pei Rujing nodded: "Okay."
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Madam Wu went to attend to the next guest, while Pei Rujing and Zuo Mingxuan huddled together.
Zuo Mingxuan looked at her resentfully: "You promised to keep me company, but I've been here for ages and the county princess is only just arriving."
Pei Rujing calmly replied, "I have to wait for my husband to finish his shift. Who told you to come so early?"
Wedding banquets are usually held in the evening, so Pei Rujing wasn't late.
Zuo Mingxuan laughed in exasperation: "The county princess knows how to kick away the ladder after crossing the river."
Just throw it away after you've used it.
This is so disheartening!
Don't even think about asking her for help again.