Chapter 193: Affectionate or Not
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“Can I give them away?” Mingzhu’s eyes suddenly lit up. He was actually telling her that he didn’t care about these people and hadn’t even touched them? She was somewhat inclined to believe but also skeptical, so she persisted in asking for details, “Other people are okay and thinking that His Highness probably doesn’t have a good appetite and energy, Zhou Nushi and Ping Nushi probably can’t be given away, right? They were bestowed by the late Emperor, and they’ve been in the mansion for many years, with status! They’ve contributed even if they haven’t achieved any merit.”
It’s true that he doesn’t have that much appetite, but what does she mean by saying that his energy isn’t that good? Yuwen Chu simply didn’t want to answer her and directly said, “You should take your medicine.”
Mingzhu immediately put on a mournful expression, “I’m already better, can I not take it?”
Yuwen Chu glanced at her, his smile turning mischievous, “Already better? Since you’re better, let’s go back to the room and have a good talk about Zhou Nushi and Ping Nushi.”
There’s a big pit in the room! Only a fool would jump into it. Mingzhu quickly put her hand to her forehead in pain, “I suddenly feel dizzy, and there’s still a bit of pain in my left chest, I think I need to continue taking medicine and see a doctor.”
“Then obediently take your medicine. After you’ve taken it and rested, I’ll take you somewhere.” Yuwen Chu’s tone was unusually gentle.
“Where are we going?” Mingzhu saw his mysterious look and instinctively knew it would be interesting. She trotted to catch up with him, making requests, “I really want to listen to storytellers, and the snacks outside are also delicious! My nephew told me that there’s duck blood vermicelli soup and tangyuan sold near the Chenghuang Temple, even better than what we make at home! I want to eat that!”
“As long as you behave, you’ll have it all.” Yuwen Chu reached out his hand, and after hesitating for a moment, Mingzhu placed her hand in his palm. The mid-autumn day was slightly chilly, but his palm was broad, warm, and dry, gently enveloping her hand. In that moment, Mingzhu surprisingly felt very comfortable, very good. She glanced at Yuwen Chu discreetly and saw his smile was also very bright, unlike the person she used to see before.
Yuwen Chu escorted Mingzhu back to the Yinghui Hall and then went to the study. Mingzhu leaned on the window sill, feeling melancholic, while Yuwen Chu’s tall and straight figure, dressed in luxurious clothes, with meticulously combed hair and a dignified demeanor, exuded a unique aura even as he walked.
Well, how to say it, members of the royal family undergo the strictest training from a young age. Each person walks with elegance and composure, their demeanor distinctly different from others. But Yuwen Chu appears even more elegant and composed among the royals Mingzhu has seen, with a stronger presence. In Su Jin’s words, it’s most terrifying to see His Royal Highness Ying Wang, who can silently gaze over and one glance is enough to make one’s courage shatter.
Mingzhu also acknowledged that when Yuwen Chu looks at people like this, his eyes are black and deep, chilling. But she actually thinks he’s the best among the young men left in the Yuwen family. Everything about him seems better than the others. But before, she found him so disagreeable. Could it be because he guarded her for a day and night, then repeatedly praised and promised to send the concubines from the backyard to her? Is she so easily bought off? His suspicions haven’t been completely cleared! She felt something was wrong and started to panic.
Yuwen Chu seemed to know she was looking at him. Just as he was about to walk to the courtyard gate, he suddenly stopped and looked in her direction, smiling gently at her. Mingzhu jumped in surprise and quickly slipped down from the windowsill. It’s only after she’s down that she remembered, he couldn’t have seen her peeking at him through the window gap. So she sat up straight and looked outside again, but Yuwen Chu’s shadow was nowhere to be seen at the courtyard gate.
Su Lan came over to invite her, “The bed is ready, Your Highness, you should rest early, so you can play outside with His Highness later.”
Mingzhu looks up at Zheng Momo, “Momo, attend to me for bedtime.”
In such situations, unless Mingzhu has something private to say, it’s an expression of her closeness and trust. Zheng Momo’s eyes light up, and she smiled as she bowed, “Yes.”
Mingzhu sat on the bed, kicked off her soft silk shoes, and whispered, “Momo, I’ve heard from people at home that you’re good at handling people’s hearts. So, what do you think, when a man doesn’t want to talk about something with a woman, what methods will he use for someone he dislikes? And for someone he likes?”
Zheng Momo’s expression immediately becomes serious. She thought carefully for a moment before answering, “It depends on the person’s temperament. If he’s blunt and rough, he’ll just yell at anyone directly, whether he likes or dislikes them, the difference lies only in whether he’s even rougher with those he dislikes. If he’s subtle and cultured, he’ll probably politely decline, but the difference lies only in whether he’s affectionate or not.”
So Yuwen Chu’s approach to her is indeed very subtle. Whether willing to answer or not, telling the truth or not, his attitude is generally good. But does he really have affection for her or not? Mingzhu is embarrassed to ask directly, so she asks hesitantly, “What is affection? What is indifference?”
Zheng Momo whispers, “Isn’t it clear to the people involved? When you like someone, it’s impossible to hide it, unless that person doesn’t want to see it.”
“What do you mean, Momo?” Mingzhu feels like Zheng Momo is hinting at something.
With lowered brows, Zheng Momo says, “There’s another possibility, one I haven’t mentioned to Your Highness. That is when a person is deep and calculating, seeking other things, and can’t afford to offend or not want to offend that woman. So he deliberately seeks her favor and always finds the most tactful and touching way to refuse.”
Is that so? Mingzhu’s eyes widen. There are so many complex situations? It shows that the human heart is really hard to gauge. Forget it, why bother with idle thoughts like these? After all, she has lost once for such things. She shouldn’t bother with this anymore and should focus on living comfortably and freely. So she collapsed on the bed, and in a moment, fell into a deep sleep.
She’s really a broad-minded child, hopefully she’ll also be a fortunate one. Zheng Momo gently lowered the curtain and quietly withdrew. Su Lan stood at the door, looking at her with sharp eyes, with a stern face, she said softly, “Please come over here, Momo.”
Zheng Momo remained calm and composed, following Su Lan outside with a smile. “Miss Su Lan, do you have something to instruct me to do?”
Su Lan shook her head. “Although I manage a few people for the Wangfei, Zheng Momo is also valued by the Wangfei. In the future, Zheng Momo will also have to deal with external affairs on behalf of the Wangfei. There’s no question of instructing Zheng Momo. I’m just curious and want to ask a few questions.”
Zheng Momo replied, “Please go ahead.”
“Why did Zheng Momo say that last sentence to the Wangfei?” Su Lan was unhappy. She was pleased to see the Wangye doting on the Wangfei so much. Only then could the Wangfei give birth to a legitimate eldest son as soon as possible, stand firm, have a harmonious relationship with her husband, and have a good life. But Zheng Momo’s words seemed to imply that the Wangye had ulterior motives towards the Wangfei.
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