The Marquis Is Innocent

Chapter 62:

Chapter 62:

Xiao Qiao feels slightly embarrassed. She knew she could not hide it any longer, so she lowered her head and said, It is all my fault. I quarreled with him over some trivial matters in our room last night. Please forgive me, grandmother.

Xiao Qiao thought about it last night and was sure Wei Shaos sudden change of temper over the past two days related to the words he uttered the men of the Wei family all want to be under your skirt.

Not sure how he arbitrarily put a Pan Jinlian label on her head, forced her to show her love when she met Wei Yan, and then turned around and went crazy in front of her.

T/N: Pan Jinlian is a lustful character from The Golden Lotus.

But there was one thing she was sure of, he thought Wei Yan and her had an improper relationship.

At that time, she was indeed disgusted by his idea. She was momentarily out of control and slapped him, knocking him away. However, Wei Shao returned this morning, pretending in front of Mrs. Xu, so he did not want to let this family scandal be known outside. When Mrs. Xu asked Xiao Qiao, she did not dare say more than half a word, only vaguely taking the room and trivial matter to deflect. Given Mrs. Xus seniority, no matter how curious she was, she wont break the pot and ask questions until the end.

As expected, Mrs. Xu did not ask further questions. Only nodding and said: Even the lips and teeth can still be bumped, let alone teenage couples? Although you said you are bad, I know he must have offended you. He grew up to be a little monkey, needing to hit every three days. He will remember if you beat him up and talk to him.

Xiao Qiao felt Mrs. Xus words seemed to contain some other meaning but didnt have time to chew on them. She just wanted to get through this embarrassment quickly, so she nodded in response.

Mrs. Xu smiled and said, We have to leave early in the morning tomorrow for the Lu Li Conference. It is late now. The cat stays here. You should return to your room, prepare for tomorrows event and get in good spirits. If he comes back and is still angry with you, you can come and tell me, and I will do it for you.

Xiao Qiao respectfully answered and withdrew to the west house. Naturally, Wei Shao was not there. Xiao Qiao stopped waiting for him and went to eat by herself. After returning to her room, she quietly went over every detail she needed to do tomorrow morning to confirm nothing would go wrong. Then, she went to bed.

She needed to recharge her spirits.

Wei Shao came back in the middle of the night. Gingerly, as if afraid of waking her up. Xiao Qiao still awakened by him but pretended to be asleep.

Wei Shao came out of the bathroom, turned out the light, and climbed into bed. The two slept separately that night. Xiao Qiao slept peacefully. She was woken by a movement on the side the next morning.

Wei Shao sat up from the bed.

It was just a little gray outside the window. Not yet the fifth period. It was still early.

But today there is a Lu Li Conference he should go out early.

Xiao Qiao barely opened her eyes and saw Wei Shao sitting on the bed with his back facing her.

He sits still as if lost in thought and suddenly turns his face and glance at Xiao Qiao on the pillow.

Xiao Qiao was not completely awake and stared at him with half-squinted eyes. He turned his head back as if he didnt care and got out of bed by lifting the blanket.

Although there was drama and anger, since she woke up, she should do what she should. Xiao Qiao yawned and got up after him. She opened the door and called the servants to serve.

No one made a sound during the process, only the servants footsteps coming in and out and the sound of the copper basin slightly bumping. The kitchen staff brought in the breakfast table. Xiao Qiao kneeled beside him to keep him company.

When they loved each other, Wei Shao ate at the same table with her. Now it was reverting to the primary state of the game.

Wei Shaos face was expressionless the whole time. Xiao Qiao served him to finish his breakfast, sent him out the door, and watched his back disappear in the morning sun. She no longer sleeps after coming in and freshening up. Chun Niang helped her take out the clothes to wear today.

Today was her first public appearance after marrying into the Wei family, and she started to think about what to wear many days ago.

The Luli Conference was not only a gathering of the Wei family elderly but also a gathering of the Yuyang family, the Wei family generals, and all the soldiers of Youzhou. Xiao Qiao was already beautiful enough. What should be emphasized was no longer beauty but the poise and aura of her identity as the third generation of the Wei family female monarch.

For this reason, Chun Niang went to ask Old Zhong for advice privately. Old Zhong said Mrs. Xu wore purple that day, and the lady could wear crimson red. It matches and stands out.

She let out a long breath. She looked calm, but her heart was beating fast, and her hands were sweating.

Though the status of women today was generally low, in the Wei family, there was a period when women were in charge of the government. It was because of Mrs. Xu the Wei family survived the drifting valley, laying a solid foundation for the later Wei Shao.

In front of Mrs. Xu of the Wei family, there was no such thing as a woman who could not get out of her inner sanctum.

Xiao Qiao knew with her qualifications it would be impossible for her to stand in such a high profile. In this place called the Lu Li Terrace and be subjected to the sound of cheering from the ten thousand people at her feet.

In her heart, she did not long for such glory in the past she never felt she deserved it. And more importantly, there was some apprehension in her heart fear that she would not be able to return the glory she received today.

But Mrs. Xu pushed her into this position. She could not refuse.

Xiao Qiao did not know why Mrs. Xu thought so highly of her. The only thing she could do was do her best and not disappoint Mrs. Xus expectations.

Now it seemed she completed the job well. At least, it should not be a disgrace.

Mrs. Xu sat her down by her side, gently patted the back of her hand, and smiled, Well done.

Xiao Qiao said, Thanks to Grandmothers generous encouragement, I was lucky not to disgrace myself.

After the golden drums, the Lu Li Conference officially began. The sound of the soldiers in the training ground was heard from all over the place. They were all making a great effort to support the children belonging to their regiments.

Wei Shao and Wei Yan had to go down to the training ground. They came to say excuse in front of Mrs. Xu.

Wei Yan smiled and looked calm.

Looking at Wei Yan, Xiao Qiao couldnt help but think Wei Shao was more suspicious than women.

She does not know how he suspects she and Wei Yan had an affair. When she remembered the first time she met Wei Yan, the kind of gaze he gave her, and then looked at these two people in front of her, her heart suddenly disgusted.

Xiao Qiao looked at Wei Shao. He was staring at her. She didnt avoid his gaze, raised her chin slightly, and stared at him.

Wei Shaos face darkened, turned, and left.

Wei Yan followed and got off the Lu Li Terrace.

These two plague gods are gone, Xiao Qiao finally feels comfortable, immediately looking for her younger brother Qiao Cis figure in the training ground.

Today there are two competitions. Archery in horseback and fighting. The first competition was archery on horseback, which was the event Qiao Ci participated in.

The competition was a combination of riding and shooting. A golden bell hanging from a rope was placed at the end of the field. All the warriors who rode from the starting point and could avoid their opponents and be the first to shoot down the golden bell with an arrow were the winners. The opponents horse was not allowed to be attacked, but any other means could be used to obstruct the opponent. It was a great challenge to the riding and archery skills of the participating warriors, also their fighting ability.

Thirty-two warriors participated in the archery match. Except for Qiao Ci, they are all the best archers from the military camps. Each had arrived at the starting point on horseback, waiting for the competition to begin.

Xiao Qiao soon saw her brother, Qiao Ci.

He was in great spirits today. His face was like a silver plate, and his eyebrows were like swords. He was dressed in a white robe and silver armor, with a bow on his shoulder and a sword hanging from his waist, sitting high on the horse.

Xiao Qiaos heart rejoiced and looked at Qiao Ci closely. Qiao Ci seemed to feel the gaze from Xiao Qiao and turned his head to look behind the Lu Li Terrace. He smiled at her. A young heros aura and fierce strength came to the surface.