novelden Chapter 325 Reencounter with the Young Prince
Chapter 325 Reencounter with the Young Prince
"I think Madam Yun treats Yun Chengze very well. He's not her biological son, so could she really treat him like her own?"
However, while this would mean Yun Chengze wouldn't have to marry Yun Xiwan, wouldn't it also delay Yun Nianchu's marriage? Without the Yun and Zhang families, she would just be an ordinary girl, and she might not be able to marry into a good family.
Everyone sighed in dismay. It was indeed Lord Yun who acted unkindly, but Madam Yun's actions were a case of hurting the enemy a thousand while harming herself eight hundred.
In many people's eyes, it's not worth the loss.
After all, once divorced, I would no longer be an official's wife, and without the support of my maternal family, I would have nothing left.
"Your mother only cares about protecting your cousin and doesn't think about you at all. I heard that she only raised your cousin as her own son because she couldn't have a son herself?"
Wu Miaoxuan scoffed, "I advise you not to argue with me; it won't do you any good."
"This is my family matter, it's none of your business to interfere. You can't take it from me today!"
"Your Highness, it is Nianchu."
Song Ruozhen recognized Yun Nianchu's voice from outside. She glanced at Chu Junting instinctively, and seeing him nod, she quickly went inside.
"Nianchu, what's wrong?"
Song Ruozhen walked to Yun Nianchu's side and saw that her pretty face was full of anger. She then looked at the woman in front of her, who was wearing a purple dress of extraordinary quality. From the jewels she wore, it was clear that she was also a young lady from a noble family.
However, she didn't know him.
There were many young ladies in the capital, but apart from a few familiar faces with whom she had some interaction, she didn't remember many of them clearly.
"Ruozhen?" Yun Nianchu was also surprised to see Song Ruozhen there. "I was here first, but she just unreasonably snatched it. It's too much!"
"Who did you invite to dinner?" Song Ruozhen asked.
"I had an appointment with my cousin to discuss some things with him. He's been quite busy lately, and I finally had some free time today, but I didn't expect..."
Yun Nianchu looked helpless. There had been a lot of troubles at home recently. Although she had moved out, her father did not want a divorce, and her mother kept bothering her. It was extremely annoying.
She originally wanted to talk to Ruozhen about it, but considering that the Song family had been dealing with just as many problems as her own, she didn't say anything.
When Wu Miaoxuan saw Song Ruozhen arrive, her expression changed slightly. She wasn't afraid of Song Ruozhen, but who in the entire capital didn't know that the Prince of Chu was her backer?
“Miss Song, we really need this private room tonight. How about I invite you to dine at another restaurant?”
Yun Nian was somewhat surprised when she saw Wu Miaoxuan, who had been so arrogant just moments before, suddenly change her attitude. However, she understood what was going on when she saw the King of Chu coming from behind Song Ruozhen.
She unconsciously looked at Song Ruozhen. Was this... alone with the prince?
It seems that Ruozhen and the prince have made very rapid progress these days!
The moment Wu Miaoxuan saw the King of Chu, she immediately changed her tune, her eyes filled with terror, "I...I don't want it anymore, I'll give it to you!"
Song Ruozhen unconsciously looked at Chu Junting. He hadn't said a word since he came in, but his calm and collected presence beside her was enough to intimidate her.
Chu Junting met Song Ruozhen's gaze, raised an eyebrow slightly, his handsome face expressionless, which made Song Ruozhen sigh, for this kind of thing has never been a problem for him.
Given Chu Junting's status and position, no one would dare to steal his things.
Wu Miaoxuan felt a surge of annoyance. What bad luck! She had finally gotten a chance to come out with the young prince, but there was only one private room left, and then she ran into the Prince of Chu. She had no choice but to give up.
Thinking about it carefully, the young prince is also the King of Chu's younger brother. Can't the King of Chu give her some face?
She hesitated for a long time but still didn't dare to speak. Suddenly, she saw that tall and gentle figure walk in, and her face instantly filled with smiles.
"Young Master, you've arrived!"
Song Ruozhen turned her gaze and saw Chu Jinhuai slowly walking in, a hint of surprise flashing across her clear eyes.
The capital city is really small; I've bumped into several acquaintances in such a short time.
She hadn't seen Chu Jinhuai since the last family reunion banquet. When her elder brother got married, the Prince of Xiang's mansion did send congratulatory gifts, but they didn't come because they heard that the Princess Consort of Xiang was unwell.
Seeing Chu Jinhuai again now, the boy's eyes and brows were less repressed than before, no longer so closed off, but still revealed a faint trace of sorrow.
"Miss Song?"
When Chu Jinhuai saw Song Ruozhen, his eyes brightened, and even his voice unconsciously rose, as if he was very happy.
"I didn't expect to run into you here today. Are you also having dinner at this restaurant?"
Song Ruozhen nodded with a smile, "Yes, we just happened to run into each other."
Wu Miaoxuan had never seen the young prince smile so happily before, even though she always tried to follow him around. But when he saw Song Ruozhen, he was so delighted, which made her wonder.
Why is this?
Surely the young prince wouldn't like Song Ruozhen?
The King of Chu is the young prince's cousin!
"What a coincidence!" Chu Jinhuai's smile widened. "Since our last meeting, your words have been like a wake-up call, making everything clear to me."
Actually, I've been wanting to see you lately, but I haven't found the right opportunity. If it's possible, could you please treat me tonight?
Song Ruozhen hadn't expected Chu Jinhuai to be so enthusiastic. Before she could even say anything, she heard his invitation.
Yun Nianchu was still angry about the argument with Wu Miaoxuan, but she didn't expect the situation to suddenly change. Most importantly... the young prince was talking so happily, didn't he notice the terrifying aura of the King of Chu?
Even standing next to Ruozhen, she could feel the pressure.
"Ahem." Yun Nianchu couldn't help but cough lightly and said, "Young Master, you are His Highness Prince Chu's cousin, aren't you?"
Chu Jinhuai snapped out of his daze upon hearing this and noticed Chu Junting standing next to Song Ruozhen; his expression changed slightly.
"So it's my imperial brother," Chu Jinhuai said.
Chu Junting observed Chu Jinhuai discreetly. He knew that Ruozhen had saved his life, but... it seemed they were getting a little too close?
"I've heard that my uncle intends to arrange a marriage for you. Is this your fiancée?" Chu Junting asked casually.
When Wu Miaoxuan heard this, a look of surprise flashed across her face. She lowered her head and glanced at Chu Jinhuai somewhat shyly.
However, compared to Wu Miaoxuan's secret affections, Chu Jinhuai's face remained calm.
“My family does intend to arrange a marriage for me, but it hasn’t been arranged yet. Today, Miss Wu said she knows a miracle doctor and wants to introduce me to him, so I came here.”
Wu Miaoxuan's expression stiffened slightly, but she still forced a smile and said, "Yes, Princess Xiang has been having nightmares lately. Drinking calming soup hasn't helped. I happen to know a renowned doctor who has a great way of treating nightmares, so I'd like to introduce him to you."
Song Ruozhen and Yun Nianchu exchanged a glance. It seemed that the falling flower was willing, but the flowing water was indifferent.