Chapter 112: The Distant Prince Jiyue (Part 5)

Chapter 112: The Distant Prince Jiyue (Part 5)

Returning to the courtyard, the elderly Duchess Yunjun swept away the fatigue that had marred her face due to her grandson's attitude. Though her well-preserved skin was not as smooth as that of young women, without a smile, the fine lines around her eyes were barely visible, making her seem far younger than her age.

Taking the cup offered by Lady Guan, she sipped some flower tea and then pulled out a letter from her sleeve, one she had already read.

Half a month ago, Lianxin secretly sent a letter to the elderly Duchess Yunjun in Yunjun, pleading with her to support her affection for Prince Jiyue and arrange a marriage between them.

With the elderly Duchess personally intervening, the Duke of Zhao would find it hard to refuse marrying Lianxin to Prince Jiyue.

"Lianxin wrote to me, begging me to help her. I do like her, but I cannot decide to marry her to Jier. The prince has said that Jier is quite fond of the Su family's daughter. Although her reputation isn't great, she makes Jier happy. In my eyes, that's enough to make her a suitable granddaughter-in-law."

She handed the letter to Lady Guan and burned it.

"Your Highness is right. Prince Jiyue rarely shows affection. Miss Lianxin may be good, but if he doesn't like her, it's useless. It's better to have him clearly reject her now to avoid unnecessary complications later. As for the Su family's daughter, with Your Highness here, once the engagement is set, we can bring her in and teach her properly. The Su family is known for their nobility, so her poor reputation might not be entirely true. And I remember she was quite likable when she was young..."

...

The winter sun shone brightly, casting a golden glow and leaving a soft halo. Su RAO emerged confidently from the makeup chamber, still wearing her bright red dress, but the unsightly scar on her forehead was covered with makeup.

Her fair skin, free of the scar, enhanced her beauty. With a touch of rouge on her brow and her almond-shaped eyes exuding charm, she was captivating. Ignoring her usual mischievous smile, she was truly enchanting.

"Manager Xiao, I'm very satisfied with my makeup today. Those who know how to adapt will thrive. If you continue to apply makeup for me obediently, there will be no trouble."

This statement was a thinly veiled threat.

As soon as Su RAO entered the makeup chamber, the crowd outside scattered. Yi Su kicked the door shut, and no one knew what happened inside.

Seeing Su RAO come out, Manager Xiao was again held at knife-point by Yi Su. It was clear that the ugly Su girl had coerced Manager Xiao into applying makeup for her.

"People don't fight with officials; this makeup chamber knows how to adapt."

Though Manager Xiao spoke these words, her face remained grim, showing signs of being forced.

Su RAO smiled, raising an eyebrow in a rebellious gesture, and walked up to Manager Xiao, telling Yi Su to release her.

"Manager Xiao, Xiao Gongzi has left. Without someone I fancy, you must obey me. Otherwise, one day, I might burn this place down on a whim."

She patted Manager Xiao's face with her delicate hand, looking defiant.

"Besides, I no longer fancy Xiao Ziyu. A flirtatious man is nothing compared to Prince Jiyue."

Her face showed lust.

After spending several days with Prince Jiyue in Qingfeng Garden, serving him closely, she had been captivated by his moon-like elegance. Now, only Prince Jiyue occupied her heart.

This was evident.

It was no surprise that she changed her affections so easily. She had changed her mind countless times since childhood, fancying many handsome men.

But her infatuation with Prince Jiyue seemed unwavering, drawn to his celestial charm.

The unattainable is always the best. Having obtained Xiao Gongzi, she naturally turned her attention back to Prince Jiyue, truly a menace!

This thought echoed in the minds of those watching from afar, worrying for Prince Jiyue.

Having obtained Xiao Gongzi, she now yearns for Prince Jiyue—what a disaster!

The words Su RAO spoke in her pavilion during the incident with the Seventh Princess had become widely known in Langjing. Despite Xiao Gongzi's departure letter not mentioning anything, people speculated wildly.

Xiao Gongzi's departure was because he was secretly captured by the Su girl, who then took advantage of him, causing him to leave in anger.

Even with Empress Yao's protection, there were moments when she couldn't shield him completely.

Otherwise, why would Xiao Gongzi disappear for two days without a trace?

He must have been captured and bullied by the ugly Su girl.

After uttering her defiant words, Su RAO left with a satisfied expression.

With her arms crossed, the scar on her forehead hidden, she walked confidently, her joyous smile hard to conceal.

Manager Xiao touched her cheek, her gaze following Su RAO, suppressing her anger but unable to hide a hint of amusement.

In the crowd, Xianmu Yaling's eyes followed Su RAO as she headed towards Dongxing Street, playing with her curved knife.

"The ugly Su girl of Yunlang is indeed as arrogant as rumored, comparable to the Seventh Princess. But upon closer inspection, she seems less foolish and more cunning."

Muttering to herself, she glanced at the makeup chamber, where Manager Xiao had gone inside.

Today, the makeup chamber is closed.

A sign hung on the door, closing it.

"This makeup chamber's skills are impressive, able to cover that ugly scar..."

"Miss, Xiao Yu heard that the Su girl is going to the Yun Mansion. Should we follow and see? Rumor has it that Miss Zhao from the Duke of Zhao’s mansion went there earlier today, so there might be..."

Speaking softly, Xiao Yu's eyes showed curiosity, not for a spectacle but to understand the relationships among the girls of Yunlang.

"Let's go and see."

Xianmu Yaling put away her curved knife and led Xiao Yu to follow.

The two left, and the secret guard of Prince Yi, who had been following them, moved swiftly, vanished, and quietly entered the Leisure Abode.