Chapter 439
Chapter 439 The Capital Was Not a Place to Stay for Long-Term
Wei Yuewu hurriedly released her grip, and only then did she realize that she had actually grabbed the immoral-like heir-apparent’s ear. Immediately, her face turned red.
“Yuewu, you are getting more and more impudent.” Yan Huaijing sighed with a hint of affection and grabbed Wei Yuewu’s panicking hand. With a forceful pull, he made her sit obediently on the couch.
“What? Don’t you know me well? You act like we’re strangers!” Yan Huaijing commented casually.
Wei Yuewu blushed even more at his familiarity. Helplessly, she pulled her hand back, wanting to retract it. However, Yan Huaijing was holding her hand tightly. She was even more shocked when he reached out to roll up her sleeve. In a hurry, she grabbed his hand with her other hand.
“Your Heir-apparent…”
“I heard that you suffered a loss at Prince Nan’an Mansion and your hand was even hurt?” Casually, Yan Huaijing pulled Wei Yuewu’s other hand away while still wearing a gentle smile.
However, his smile was a bit cold.
“It’s nothing serious!” For some reason, Wei Yuewu felt a little faint-hearted.
Yan Huaijing had pulled up her sleeve. When he saw the swollen bruise on her wrist, a trace of coldness flashed across his eyes. Nonetheless, his voice was still gentle as usual.
“Prefectural Princess Jia’nan did this, huh?”
“Actually, it was not a big deal. I was grabbing her hard at the time. She must be taken aback, so she pinched my wrist hard, wanting me to let go.” Wei Yuewu was not surprised that Yan Huaijing knew about it. Although Prince Nan’an Mansion must have taken measures to prevent the news from being disclosed, it was absolutely impossible to keep everyone quiet about it.
Besides, Prefectural Princess Jia’nan made a big scene while leaving.
Looking at the bruise on Wei Yuewu’s delicate wrist, Yan Huaijing gently touched it with his slender finger. Then, he examined the ointment and asked unhappily, “What is this ointment?”
“It’s prescribed by Doctor Ming for bruises,” answered Wei Yuewu honestly.
“Get another type!” While still holding Wei Yuewu’s wrist, Yan Huaijing turned and pulled open a writing desk’s drawer with his other hand. He took out a small jade bottle from the drawer and placed it in front of himself.
Then, he took the handkerchief from Wei Yuewu’s other hand and wiped away the ointment on her wrist with his head drooped.
He seemed extremely serious. The gentleness in his eyes was put away as his long eyelashes fluttered. With his lips slightly pursed, he had a cold and serious expression on his handsome face.
Nevertheless, his movements were extremely gentle. After wiping away the ointment on Wei Yuewu’s hand, he put down the handkerchief, took the jade bottle, and poured out some transparent ointment that had a faint fragrance.
As soon as the ointment was applied, Wei Yuewu immediately felt a burst of coolness on her wrist. The pain in her wrist immediately dissipated a lot. She bit her lips and stared at his serious expression. Somehow, her heart ached. She quickly shifted her gaze away to the decorations in the room.
“When Prefectural Princess Jia’nan was on her way back, she ran into bandits and was knocked off her horse before passing out. At this time, she was already sent back to Prince Nan’an Mansion. She would be lying in bed for a few months before she can fully recover,” said Yan Huaijing indifferently without raising his head.
“She was robbed?” Wei Yuewu was shocked.
“Yes, but fortunately, her life is not in danger. Princess Nan’an is having people investigate the incident right now. However, it’s unlikely to find the bandits. Prefectural Princess Jia’nan is lucky to keep her life.” Yan Huaijing smiled gracefully, looking like he had heard the news from others.
“Oh, Prince Nan’an Mansion is quite efficient though. I heard that the incident is related to the Heiress-apparent of Prince Nan’an. Apparently, the Heiress-apparent of Prince Nan’an has suffered a big loss from Prefectural Princess Jia’nan. Of course, the former can’t just let it go.”
“So…” interrupted Wei Yuewu anxiously with her eyes widened at Yan Huaijing.
“So, Princess Nan’an is very mad now. She locked the Heiress-apparent of Prince Nan’an up and stated that no one is allowed to visit her,” revealed Yan Huaijing with a light smile.
In other words, Wei Fengyao had really lost all her power. Her arm was broken, but she failed to win over her husband. Besides, she had lost her mother-in-law’s favor. When the two concubines married into the mansion, Wei Fengyao would have no more chance.
Hence, inevitably, Wei Fengyao would die powerless in Prince Nan’an Mansion.
She had no children. Her husband did not dote on her. And now, she even ruined the relationship with her side of the family.
“Thank you, Your Heir-apparent!” Wei Yuewu sincerely thanked Yan Huaijing. Clearly, there was no one else besides the Heir-apparent of the Duke of Yan State who was familiar with the inside story.
“No worries. I’m helping myself too,” said Yan Huaijing as if it was a matter of course. Then, he put down Wei Yuewu’s hand and looked sideways at her slightly blushing face before nodding happily. “But of course, you can accept my kindness with gratefulness. When you come with me to the State of Yan, you can help take care of my backyard.”
“Your Heir-apparent…” Wei Yuewu was speechless at the cunning and multi-faced Yan Huaijing.
“Why? Haven’t you decided on coming with me to the State of Yan? The capital is not a place for long-term stay!” Yan Huaijing said matter-of-factly.
“Well, the State of Yan might not be a place for long-term stay either!” retorted Wei Yuewu rather angrily.
“How can you be certain that it is not a place for long-term stay?” As Yan Huaijing responded, he raised his handsome brows and glanced at Wei Yuewu with some interest.
Wei Yuewu went silent for a moment and did not know what to say. She looked away. Her watery gaze swept across the room. As if trying to change the subject, she asked, “Your Heir-apparent, this place seems very quiet and refined. Is this where you rest usually?”
“It is indeed my usual resting place. But if you like it, I can give it to you in the future.” When Wei Yuewu avoided his previous question, Yan Huaijing did not force her to talk about it. He just smiled lightly and leaned back lazily.
“Ah… don’t bother!” Wei Yuewu was a little surprised, then she immediately refused with a smile.
“Are you sure? Since you said so, you may leave now. I still have something to deal with here,” ordered Yan Huaijing lazily with his eyes closed.
Wei Yuewu blinked her bright and beautiful eyes. She could not catch up with the sly Yan Huaijing’s pace since he changed the subject dramatically.
“It’s fine that you don’t want to help. People will just say that you’re ungrateful, which is nothing serious because women aren’t really required to be grateful.” Nonetheless, Yan Huaijing’s handsome face darkened. He opened his eyes and gazed coldly at Wei Yuewu’s beautiful face. His appearance had gone from gentle to cold.
“What do you mean…” Wei Yuewu had to go along with his words.
“Of course, Yuewu, I want you to help! But if you don’t want to help me, then forget it. Anyway, it’s just marrying a princess. The State of Yan can easily afford to marry a princess,” stated Yan Huaijing seriously.
“Your Heir-apparent, you don’t want to marry a princess?” Wei Yuewu’s heart moved.
“No, I don’t want to! Our state does not need its heir to marry another princess to ensure the purity of the bloodline,” explained Yan Huaijing indifferently.
“Your Heir-apparent, if you don’t want to marry a princess, I’m afraid you won’t be able to leave the capital!” While stating that, Wei Yuewu clutched her hand that was placed on the couch and sat up straight. Anyone could tell that the Emperor favored Yan Huaijing. It was just a question of whether Yan Huaijing would be marrying the Fourth Princess or the Third Princess.
If Yan Huaijing didn’t marry either of the two princesses, he would have to stay in the capital as a hostage forever.
“So, I need your help, Yuewu. I was hoping that you would return my favor.” In a lazy manner, Yan Huaijing returned to the subject.
“What do you want me to do, Your Heir-apparent?” Wei Yuewu sighed helplessly. How could she return Yan Huaijing’s favor with just her father’s generous gift?
After all, if it had not been for Yan Huaijing, she would not have been here today. Before her father even went to the capital, she would have been devoured by wolves.
“Actually, it is not a difficult favor. I just want the two princesses to witness my determination to marry the State of Yan’s woman.” Yan Huaijing closed his eyes again and continued with indifference.
“Your Heir-apparent, how would you express the determination?” Wei Yuewu had no choice but to put up a tough front.
“It’s very easy. I just need to express my deep love for you in front of the two princesses.”
“When are the two coming over?” Just then, Wei Yuewu’s heart skipped a beat, and she looked out of the window. There was a faint voice coming from outside the window. It was the voice of a woman.
This place was quite remote. How could there be someone else?
“Of course, they will come. Since Jing Wenyan is here, why wouldn’t the Third Princess and the Fourth Princess drop by? But even if they don’t drop by, there will always be a chance next time! Anyway, I heard that someone broke into your courtyard, Yuewu. Do you know who it was?”
“It was my Fourth Elder Sister,” answered Wei Yuewu honestly after hesitating for a moment. Since this was the Duke of Yan State Mansion, it was very easy for Yan Huaijing to learn what had happened in the mansion.
“The Crown Prince’s concubine is indeed evenly matched with Jing Wenyan. It would be a pity if she is very weak!” Yan Huaijing commented slowly.
At this time, the voices downstairs were getting closer and closer. One of them was a woman, and there seemed to be a dispute.
Wei Yuewu listened to the voices carefully. Abruptly, she stood up, walked to the window, and frowned slightly while paying full attention.
Meanwhile, Yan Huaijing picked up a bottle of wine from his desk and leisurely poured it into a glass. He then took a sip. His long and narrow eyes were even more enticing now.
Even though Wei Yuewu was full of worries, she could not help but admit that Yan Huaijing was indeed good-looking.
On the other hand, sensing Wei Yuewu’s gaze, Yan Huaijing winked at her in an amorous manner.
Wei Yuewu was in a dilemma. The voices were just downstairs. It seemed that they were here to see Yan Huaijing. However, this room was so small that there was no place for her to hide even if she wanted to do so.
“Your Heir-apparent… where can I hide?” Wei Yuewu had no choice but to ask for help from the sly heir-apparent.
“Come here!” Yan Huaijing waved at her.
With a pause, Wei Yuewu glanced in his direction. Other than a couch, there was nothing else. “Your Heir-apparent, there is nowhere to hide over there.”
“Are you not coming over? Jing Wenyan is coming upstairs anytime soon.” Yan Huaijing shot Wei Yuewu a lazy look, elegantly picked up the wine glass, and took a sip.
Just then, the voice came from downstairs. It was Jing Wenyan. She seemed to be talking to Little Dezi. Then, Little Dezi seemed to have let the person pass, followed by the footsteps of someone coming up the bamboo stairs.
Glancing at the handsome and enchanting Yan Huaijing leaning on the bed, Wei Yuewu gritted her teeth. At this moment, there was indeed nowhere else to hide except the couch of Yan Huaijing.
After some hesitation, Wei Yuewu made a decision quietly. No matter what, she could not have Jing Wenyan see her being with Yan Huaijing alone.
As the footsteps approached, Wei Yuewu swiftly turned around and pounced on Yan Huaijing.
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