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Chapter 214 Proposal
Nangong Jin looked as if he were facing a formidable enemy, his eyes gleaming with a restless glint in them. If he hadn't been so rational, he probably would have already taken the man down!
But in the end, Nangong Jin still had some reservations about Lin Shu's identity, so he frowned and asked again, "May I ask what brings Lord Fengming Lin to my Nanli?"
After speaking, he looked at Lin Shu with probing eyes, not missing a single expression on her face, and added in a reproachful tone: "Don't say it's for Jing'er's sake. Don't think I don't know that you and Jing'er have no connection!"
Lin Shu: "...???" Who said that?
Lin Shu sighed inwardly, knowing that if she couldn't give a reasonable explanation today, the marriage proposal would likely encounter setbacks.
"I dare not deceive the Regent, Lin Shu did not come to Nanli for A Yun! As for the specific reason for my visit, I am afraid I cannot tell you!"
Although Lin Shu is not a gentleman, she would never do something like using the man she loves to achieve her goals!
Therefore, Shu marries Ayun because she loves him, and hopes the Regent will grant her wish!
Listening to Lin Shu's earnest tone, Nangong Jin inexplicably felt that she was extremely sincere.
But remembering the reports from the secret guards that Jing'er often drowned her sorrows in alcohol and had been injured multiple times because of her, they remained skeptical of Lin Shu's reasons for proposing marriage.
"Even if you've come here for this reason, I won't argue with you for now! But you've always been unwilling to marry my Jing'er and have treated him with disdain. How can I entrust him to you with peace of mind..."
"I didn't know Ah Yun was a man before, so it was my fault for hurting her!" Lin Shu didn't deny her previous bad attitude towards Xu Jingyun, but as she spoke, her expression suddenly became somewhat melancholy:
"But after Shu realized her feelings, she did propose to Ayun, but Ayun—refused! He even took liberties with Lin Shu and then left without saying goodbye..."
Lin Shu spoke softer and softer, her tone quite aggrieved, and a hint of sadness appeared perfectly on her stunningly beautiful face...
Nangong Jin, Xu Jingyun's father, who also loves beautiful things (and has a fondness for beautiful women), felt that his son had wronged her.
In fact, when Nangong Jin heard that his son had 'made a fuss' about Lin Shu, he secretly admired him: As expected of his son! He has the same demeanor as he did back then!
Of course, in the whole world, probably only Nangong Jin would think that a man could take liberties with a woman! If ordinary men and women were to be intimate, they would all think that the man was at a disadvantage!
However, he truly hadn't expected the intelligence from the secret guards to be so inaccurate. Moreover, Lin Shu's disappointed expression made him feel a little sorry for her, so he said to her with a rather embarrassed expression:
"Haha! It seems I misunderstood! Jing'er, how could he be so disrespectful to you and so irresponsible! Don't worry, I will definitely teach him a lesson and make him..."
"Then thank you very much, Your Highness, for standing up for Lin Shu!"
Before Nangong Jin could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Lin Shu's slightly joyful tone.
Nangong Jin was completely dumbfounded: "Huh? Make a decision? What decision?"
"Didn't Your Highness want A-Yun to take responsibility for Lin Shu?" Lin Shu's peach blossom eyes were full of questioning, making it hard for anyone to refuse.
Nangong Jin: "Uh...this...how could this be! But..."
Seeing Nangong Jin get caught up in the situation, Lin Shu's lips curled up slightly for a moment, but she quickly suppressed it before revealing her own chips:
"Once A-Yun and Lin Shu get married, Nanli Wushuang Pavilion and the Regent's Palace will be in the same boat. If you oppose the Grand Preceptor's Palace, Wushuang Pavilion can provide appropriate assistance to the Palace!"
Sure enough, upon hearing this, Nangong Jin's lips slowly curled up to her ears. It has to be said that Lin Shu's words really struck a chord with her!
He had been looking for help, but he didn't expect Lin Shu to be so perceptive and even bring it up herself.
He was very satisfied with this, and even found Lin Shu incredibly pleasing to the eye!
"Haha! Good! I knew I hadn't misjudged you. You're much more likable than your mother!" Nangong Jin said, smiling as he approached Lin Shu, patted her shoulder, and continued:
"Jing'er should be in the courtyard right now, why don't you go and see her, Shu'er?"
It seems he's quite satisfied with Lin Shu; look! Even their way of addressing each other is so intimate!
After saying that, Nangong Jin beckoned to the maidservant beside her and instructed, "Take the future queen to find the crown prince!"
"Yes." The maid curtsied in response, then turned to Lin Shu, respectfully stepping aside and raising her hand to lead the way: "Your Majesty, please follow me."
Lin Shu nodded and bowed to Nangong Jinxing in farewell: "Thank you, Your Highness. I will take my leave now and visit you again another day!"
Nangong Jin waved his hand, and Lin Shu followed the maid to Xu Jingyun's courtyard.
Meanwhile, Xu Jingyun was being cornered by Feng Xin in the courtyard.
Lin Shu came to discuss marriage today. Xu Jingyun was afraid that Lin Shu would be made difficult by her father, so he did not reveal Lin Shu's identity at first. Now that it was almost time, he wanted to go and see how things were going!
Before he could even step out of the courtyard gate, he was stopped by Feng Xin.
Seeing the woman blocking her way, Xu Jingyun frowned, ignored her, and lifted her foot to walk past her.
Just as he was about to pass by, he was stopped again by that tactless person who reached out and even shamelessly tried to grab his hand.
"How dare you!" Xu Jingyun quickly stepped aside, creating some distance between them, before looking at Feng Xin with disgust and impatience in her tone: "What are you trying to do now?"
"Your Highness, I have something important to tell you."
Feng Xin maintained her outstretched arms posture, her face serious. Today was different from usual; she was less pretentious and more sincere.
Seeing that Feng Xin was unusually relaxed, Xu Jingyun suddenly became interested. So she crossed her arms and lazily glanced at her sideways: "Go ahead and say it."
Feng Xin ignored the other party's rude attitude, a hint of arrogance flashing in her eyes, and said:
"I presume the Crown Prince already knows my identity, so I will not keep you in suspense any longer. I am Princess Feng Xin of Fengming."
I know the Regent's Palace and the Imperial Preceptor's Palace are sworn enemies. If the Regent's Palace can lend me a hand, I will certainly mobilize the entire nation to help after the matter is accomplished!
"Oh! Anything else?" Xu Jingyun thought she had something important to say, but that was all?
Feng Xin continued, "Although I am now in a state of decline, please believe me, Your Highness, that with the help of others, I will soon rise again!"
"Ah..." Xu Jingyun yawned lazily, casually turning her head to ask perfunctorily, "Finished? How boring!"
Feng Xin ignored Xu Jingyun's perfunctory attitude and continued speaking to herself:
"With the help of the young master, I can say that we are destined to meet. Moreover, the young master is exceptionally talented in both literature and martial arts. Whether in terms of status or anything else, you and I are the most suitable match... Therefore, I dare to ask for your hand in marriage!"
"Cough cough." Xu Jingyun choked on her own saliva, almost swallowed by the other person's shameless and blind confidence. After calming down, she looked at her with disgust and said:
"While I greatly admire your commendable courage, I must still offer this reminder: Why not reflect on your own actions while you are drowning!"
Why not take a piss and look at yourself in the mirror?
These words were extremely vicious and malicious, and Feng Xin's face twisted instantly.
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[My darlings, I'm on my way home today, another chapter will be posted later!]