GBP Chapter 204 Even Intimacy Doesn't Matter
Chapter 204 Even Intimacy Doesn't Matter
Wen Jiayue was somewhat stunned. Yunxi had actually figured it out?
She feigned ignorance and asked in surprise, "You must be mistaken. How could the Princess possibly be hostile towards me?"
Yunxi said softly, "I'm just guessing..."
Wen Jiayue then smiled and said, "Then I'll listen to see if your guess is reasonable."
Yunxi then began to tell her about Li Zhilan's visit to her place that day.
"The princess was always absent-minded, and I thought she was dissatisfied with me, which made me even more anxious."
"Until a palace maid came in and whispered something to the princess, I vaguely heard her mention you and Lord Shen. The princess then smashed her teacup and left in a huff."
Rong'er patted her chest and added, "She has such a temper! The princess's back looks like it's burning with flames, it's almost setting me on fire."
Wen Jiayue pondered for a moment and said, "This statement alone doesn't seem enough to prove that the Princess harbors hostility towards me, does it?"
Seeing that the concubine looked unwell, Rong'er continued, "Not only that, the Princess has been sitting here for so long, but she hasn't asked about the concubine much. She's been only concerned about you."
Wen Jiayue frowned and asked, "What did they ask me?"
Unexpectedly, Li Zhilan would also inquire about her privately.
Rong'er counted them carefully.
"They asked how you and Cai Ren became friends, about your personality, your hobbies, what Chunhe Xuan did... and so much more."
After saying that, she quickly added, "But Madam, don't worry. The lady coughed twice on purpose after saying a few words, so the princess didn't ask any further questions."
Wen Jiayue's expression was somewhat complicated. It turned out that Li Zhilan paid more attention to her than she had imagined.
Originally, I thought that as long as I kept a low profile, I could ensure my safety for the next two or three years. I never expected that I would become a thorn in Li Zhilan's side.
She had been watching her closely, waiting for her chance to make her move.
In her past life, she rarely appeared in front of Li Zhilan, yet she still suffered a terrible fate.
Now that her presence has become much more prominent, will it make Li Zhilan hate her even more, to the point that he might strike sooner?
"Sister Jiayue, what are you thinking about?"
Yunxi's words brought Wen Jiayue back to her senses, and she forced a smile.
"I think there's some truth to what you're saying, but I don't quite understand why the Princess would be hostile towards me?"
Rong'er said anxiously, "Of course it is...!"
Her voice stopped abruptly. She looked around before lowering her voice and saying, "Naturally, it's because the Princess has some unusual feelings for Lord Shen."
Wen Jiayue feigned surprise and said, "Rong'er, you can't say things like that."
“I think Rong’er is right,” Yunxi said, frowning. “That’s what I think too.”
Wen Jiayue shook her head: "You're all overthinking it. The Princess isn't that kind of person. Maybe she's just a little curious about me."
She didn't want Yunxi to get involved for the time being; she should focus on recovering and thinking about these things was too mentally taxing.
Moreover, although Yunxi is currently favored, she is not the sole favorite; she can only speak a few words to the Emperor.
However, if she spoke ill of the eldest princess, she would immediately be disliked by the emperor.
Shen Fuhan had been with the Emperor for many years, so he could only occasionally say a few words without leaving a trace. If he said too much, the Emperor would get annoyed.
For Yunxi's sake, we can't let her get involved now.
As for the future... if Yunxi receives the same favor as in her previous life, her words will carry different weight.
Thinking of this, Wen Jiayue said, "However, I have remembered what you said and will observe you carefully in the future."
Yunxi breathed a sigh of relief: "I thought you didn't care at all. I'm relieved now."
Wen Jiayue shook her head and chuckled: "Overthinking isn't a good thing, so don't worry about it. If I find out anything, I'll definitely tell you, okay?"
Since Yunxi has already planted the seed of doubt in her heart, she will surely suspect that Li Zhilan has ulterior motives towards Shen Fuhan in the future.
Once she becomes Consort Chen like in her previous life, it won't be too late to whisper sweet nothings in her ear.
Those close to Li Zhilan all say he's not a good person. Even if the Emperor doesn't believe it at first, as time goes on, he'll start to have some doubts.
Yunxi agreed.
Wen Jiayue instructed, "You must never mention this matter in front of the Emperor. If the Emperor asks, you must only speak well of the Princess..."
Rong'er couldn't help but interject, "But Madam, the Princess's use of incense is really going too far. This servant wants to complain to the Emperor."
Wen Jiayue shook her head: "You can't mention it. The Emperor will find out on his own. When the Emperor asks, just say it was the Eldest Princess who did it, and don't say another word."
Rong'er asked, bewildered, "Why?"
"Because you have to say it through someone else."
Wen Jiayue gave her an idea.
"Before the Emperor comes next time, you should arrange for the imperial physician to come in advance, give him some silver, and have him say that when the Emperor comes, incense should not be burned in the palace, otherwise it will worsen his condition."
Yunxi listened intently, and then she understood somewhat.
Wen Jiayue held her slightly cool hand and said softly, "You tell me everything, so of course I want what's best for you, Axi. Listen to my advice."
"Chunhexuan may be a paradise for you, but there are countless eyes watching you from outside. Don't let your guard down and don't do anything foolish."
Yunxi nodded solemnly and said, "I will listen to Sister Jiayue."
Seeing that she had taken it to heart, Wen Jiayue didn't say anything more and smiled, "Alright, I have to go back now. I'll have dinner with you again next time."
Yunxi smiled and said, "Then I will invite Sister Jiayue to the palace again in a few days."
Upon hearing this, Wen Jiayue hesitated for a moment before saying, "I'm afraid it will be next month."
Yunxi asked, puzzled, "Is something wrong at the Marquis's residence?"
“It’s because the Marquis doesn’t want me to leave the manor so often,” Wen Jiayue sighed. “From now on, we can only see each other once a month.”
Rong'er said indignantly, "How could Lord Shen be like this?"
Wen Jiayue said helplessly, "That's what the Emperor said too, but even the Emperor couldn't dissuade him, and he has already agreed."
Yunxi's eyes immediately dimmed; she had finally found a close friend.
Wen Jiayue comforted her, saying, "That's good too. It will save the Princess from always coming to you to ask about me. If she burns incense again, it won't be good for your health."
After leaving Chunhe Pavilion, Wen Jiayue walked out of the palace.
This time, Shen Fuhan did not wait for her at the place where the two parted ways, but left the palace first and waited for her in the carriage.
Seeing her get into the car, he ordered them to set off.
Wen Jiayue deliberately asked, "Why isn't the Marquis waiting for me in the palace?"
Shen Fuhan said calmly, "There is no reason."
“Oh—” Wen Jiayue said in a drawn-out tone, “So you were worried about being seen by the Princess’s people.”
“I’ve never worried about this. We’re husband and wife, so it doesn’t matter how close we are.”
As he spoke, he grabbed her wrist, forcing her to open her hand, and forcefully inserted his five fingers between her fingers.
Fingers intertwined.
Wen Jiayue suddenly recalled those enchanting nights, and her breathing became unsteady.
She feigned composure and asked, "So why didn't you wait for me, Lord Marquis?"