The Cousin Is About to Marry，The Abstinent Young Lord Loses Control-Chapter 103: Hair-Tying Couple
Ji Mingzhu had lived in the Duke Mansion before and was familiar with every scene in the mansion.
As she passed by the fake mountain, an unexpected situation arose. Suddenly, several people jumped out to kidnap her, and she immediately knew it was Princess An He who orchestrated it.
Their main objective wasn’t to take her life; otherwise, they wouldn’t have waited until today to make a move.
Based on her understanding of Princess An He, Ji Mingzhu thought for a moment and understood the intention behind the other party arranging this disaster.
The fake mountain was in the center of the artificial lake, connected by narrow passages on both sides.
In the chaos, someone dragged her into the fake mountain, but Ji Mingzhu did not panic; instead, there was a flicker of excitement in her eyes.
Du Peifang had come seeking her own demise.
Then she must fulfill her wish!
So she would not have to hide in the Grand Tutor Mansion all day, having to go through great efforts to deal with her.
Just as she was about to lift the veil to act conveniently, Ji Mingzhu was suddenly pushed, falling to the ground.
At the same time, Ji Mingzhu heard Du Peifang’s muffled sobs, a sound that could only be made when one’s mouth was covered.
The incident happened suddenly, and it ended just as abruptly.
The people who caused the commotion had already run through the other passage.
The ones responsible for taking her to the bridal chamber came running, and the matron exclaimed, "Young Madam, are you alright?"
Supported as she stood up, Ji Mingzhu was still somewhat in a daze.
The development of events was different from what she had anticipated.
Could it be that the Du Family intervened, wanting to take Du Peifang home amidst the chaos?
Princess An He and Du Peifang had secret contact, and Xie Yunzhen was aware of it.
He had promised to watch quietly and would not make a move lightly.
Given the persona of Princess An He, it was unlikely she would change her mind at the last minute.
Someone must have intervened...
Besides the Du Family, who else would take Du Peifang away at such a time?
Various thoughts flashed through her mind, and the fog of doubts gradually spread. Ji Mingzhu instinctively wanted to pull off the veil to clear her head.
The matron hurriedly pressed her hand and exclaimed, "No, no, you must wait for the young master to lift it. Otherwise, it’s considered inauspicious."
Another woman also supported Ji Mingzhu, "Madam, let’s return to the bridal chamber first. It’s too chaotic out here."
This is the Duke Mansion, and ordinary people would not dare to make a scene.
The ones who caused trouble earlier were either from the Xie Family itself or other equally powerful and noble families.
No matter which group they belonged to, they weren’t people these small figures could provoke.
In the deep, secluded mansion, all sorts of strange things could happen. It was better to hurry and escort the lady back to her room.
If anything went wrong, the young master would surely be furious!
Xie Yunzhen had dispatched hidden guards following Ji Mingzhu, and someone would naturally continue to investigate.
Ji Mingzhu could only temporarily restrain her thoughts and was led by the matron back to the bridal chamber.
Inside the room, the decorations were refreshed, with more feminine touches, completely different from the previous stark style.
The wardrobe, dressing table, screen, and beauty chaise... all were prepared according to Ji Mingzhu’s preferences.
Even the bed curtains were made of light gauze.
The window partitions and furniture had the character for happiness pasted on them, and the dragon and phoenix wedding candles, lit early in the morning, flickered with warm yellow light.
Everywhere was dazzling red, perfectly matching the atmosphere of great joy.
Ji Mingzhu was guided by the matron to sit gracefully on the grand matrimonial bed.
"Madam, once the young master returns, lifts the veil, and you drink the cross-cup wine, the ceremony will be complete. Please wait a moment longer."
"Hmm," Ji Mingzhu softly replied.
Since she had decided to marry Xie Yunzhen, she wouldn’t cause a fuss over such minor matters.
That would be meaningless.
It would only allow others to find fault with her and justifiably make things difficult for her.
She married Xie Yunzhen to borrow his influence to seek justice for Yuan Changan and uncover the truth about her father’s death on the battlefield.
Not to stir up trouble, nor to suffer.
Before entering the door, Ji Mingzhu had already thought it through; to pacify the old lady and the commandery princess, she needed to grasp Xie Yunzhen’s soft spot well.
Just like her aunt said, only when Xie Yunzhen stood by her side could she live peacefully and smoothly.
Moreover, the better her "relationship" with Xie Yunzhen was, the more certain people would feel suffocated.
The more uncomfortable they were, the happier she’d be.
Ji Mingzhu thought in this way.
Sitting quietly on the bed, she lowered her gaze, staring intently at her fingers in a daze.
Many maids and matrons were waiting inside the room, yet no one dared to speak.
It was unclear how much time passed when a greeting was heard from outside, "Young Master."
The voice came from afar, gradually nearing.
Xie Yunzhen had returned.
The always absent-minded Ji Mingzhu was pulled back to her thoughts, realizing the procedures to follow, and her heart began to race.
The footsteps stopped in front of her, and a faint smell of alcohol wafted over.
Even with the veil separating them, Ji Mingzhu could sense the strong aggressiveness.
So intense, so fiery.
As if he intended to ignite her.
Ji Mingzhu couldn’t bear his gaze, furrowing her brows slightly, "Young Master?"
Xie Yunzhen’s eyes curved subtly, "Hmm, it’s me."
Then, someone sat beside her.
The smell of alcohol became even stronger, completely enveloping her.
Ji Mingzhu felt increasingly breathless, and her hand on her lap was suddenly held by someone.
His palm was as warm as ever.
Much like his gaze, as if it would also melt her.
Ji Mingzhu wanted to withdraw her hand, but Xie Yunzhen held on tightly, not letting go.
They were married and were publicly recognized as husband and wife, holding hands was nothing scandalous.
Seeing the young couple interacting intimately, the matron’s face was practically blooming with joy.
Hurriedly, she presented the wedding scales, "Young Master, the madam has waited long for you, quickly lift the veil."
In reality, it hadn’t been long, but the matron had never seen a groom who would return to the room so early.
Yet recalling how, before the wedding ceremony, in front of so many people, the young master boldly kissed the madam, the matron felt relieved.
Xie Yunzhen complied, lifting the veil.
A fresh, elegant face appeared before him, leaving Xie Yunzhen momentarily in a daze.
In his past life, when he lifted the veil, he saw a face filled with shyness.
But now, Mingzhu merely glanced at him indifferently before moving her gaze away.
People are inherently greedy. 𝘧𝓇𝑒𝑒𝑤ℯ𝑏𝓃𝘰𝑣ℯ𝘭.𝘤ℴ𝘮
In the past, Xie Yunzhen wanted Mingzhu to be his wife, to accompany him day and night.
Now that his wish had come true, he wanted Mingzhu to fall in love with him again.
Just like in his previous life.
Xie Yunzhen exhaled, reminding himself not to be impatient, not to overreach.
At least he had married Mingzhu.
He had a lifetime to make Mingzhu fall in love with him again.
The feeling of loss flickered but for a moment, known only to Xie Yunzhen.
Following the matron’s guidance, they drank the cross-cup wine and tied their hair together to place in the sachet.
Thus, they became husband and wife.
Xie Yunzhen, with his cold disposition and distant attitude, didn’t have his bridal chamber disturbed by anyone daring enough to make a scene.
The matron and all the maids and matrons, having received their rewards, retreated outside the room.
The bridal chamber was exceedingly silent.
Ji Mingzhu inexplicably felt suffocated, wanting to drink a cup of tea to alleviate her mood.
"Where are you going?"
She had just stood up when she was enveloped in an embrace.
Perhaps he misunderstood something, for Xie Yunzhen held her very tightly.
The man’s eyes were profound, filled with earnestness, "Mingzhu, we’re married now."
From now on, she could never abandon him again.
They would live and die together, never to be parted!
