The Cousin Is About to Marry，The Abstinent Young Lord Loses Control-Chapter 146: Losing Face

In the morning, there was no need to enter the palace, so Ji Mingzhu went to the second household to greet Mrs. Guan.

Mrs. Guan just returned from the old madam’s place.

Her face was full of an amused expression.

"What happened to make you so happy?"

Mrs. Guan glanced in the direction of the main household.

"Du Peifang might be possessed, woke up early dizzy-headed, muttering that the Commandery Princess wants her to stir trouble at your and Ah Zhen’s wedding, and she cried about marrying the Lord as a concubine, saying that she’s suffered a great injustice."

"The Lord stayed in her room last night, heard these words himself this morning, and stormed out in anger."

"Good news goes unnoticed, while bad news spreads far and wide. I was at the old madam’s place, and happened to hear the maidservant report the matter, and the old madam’s face turned green with anger."

The "good deeds" of Princess An He are well-known to everyone.

But Duke Xie is the old madam’s own son, being so rejected, how could she not be angry?

Ji Mingzhu curiously asked, "Didn’t the Lord do anything else?"

Mrs. Guan shook her head, "Men all have their pride; the Lord is probably the last person who would want things to blow up."

It really makes sense.

Ji Mingzhu leisurely sipped her tea, "I thought Du Peifang could hold onto the Lord and make a spectacular comeback."

"Who wouldn’t think so? The Lord stayed in her room for the past few days, and offered her good food and entertainment exclusively. Being used to his romantic escapades, the women in the backyard are too numerous to count on two hands, yet he favored her... Aside from Princess An He back then, Du Peifang is the only one."

Sipping tea, seemingly lamenting, yet gloating, "It’s a pity she missed such a good opportunity. She even offended the Commandery Princess previously, her future days may be difficult."

Ji Mingzhu felt a tight curiosity.

What did Xie Yunzhen use to have such miraculous effects?

Playing with the embroidered handkerchief in her hand, examining the stitches and patterns carefully.

"She might have lost favor for now, but it’s not a dead end yet. Who knows if she’ll rise again."

Mrs. Guan restrained her expression.

Looking at Ji Mingzhu with eyes full of pity, "Mingzhu, listen to your aunt, live your own life well, don’t be trapped by the past."

It’s hard to find true love in this world; a man’s love mostly has an expiration date.

Mingzhu has Yuan Changan in her heart, though it’s not romantic love, but to Yun Zhen, it’s a thorn.

Getting pricked every day, who knows when that energy will dissipate.

"The most important thing right now is to plan for yourself while Yun Zhen is devoted to you."

Mrs. Guan repeated her advice.

Ji Mingzhu nodded, "I know."

"You always brush me off like this." Mrs. Guan helplessly poked her forehead.

"I also know Ah Zhen’s situation, he’s still recuperating, you mustn’t slack, walk more every day, once his poison is cleared, have a child, everything will be fine after that."

In the last sentence, Mrs. Guan’s tone was very light.

Ji Mingzhu felt a sadness, as a fellow woman, she knew this was not her imagination.

She held Mrs. Guan’s hand tight, "Aunt, Yun Ling and I are young and inexperienced, we rely on you for guidance. When second brother marries a bride, you’ll have to manage all affairs. If you’re not healthy, where will you get the energy to plan for us?" 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

Speaking of her foolish son, Mrs. Guan sighed again.

"Yun Xuan’s marriage is not urgent, let’s talk once he earns a title, but Yun Ling’s marriage can be prioritized."

Even though the child hasn’t reached marriageable age, choosing a family isn’t an overnight affair, it requires careful selection.

Marriage is a lifetime event, must find a suitable husband for Yun Ling.

After sitting in the second household for half an hour, Ji Mingzhu left.

Thinking about whether to go to the main courtyard to inquire about the Commandery Princess’s thoughts, she ran into them directly.

Princess An He was in good spirits.

Firstly, Du Peifang revealed her true colors, making it harder for her to vie for favor.

Secondly, Duke Xie was humiliated.

Thinking about their affectionate display in front of her a few days ago, Princess An He couldn’t help but want to laugh.

"He must be getting senile to think a young girl truly loves him."

The maid echoed, "The wenches in the backyard are all after wealth, only you, his wife, truly care for him."

Princess An He raised her chin, "How much true love can withstand squandering, losing face like this, is his own doing!"

Speaking, she saw Ji Mingzhu.

Due to the Dragon Boat Festival banquet, Ji Mingzhu was out early and returned late, Princess An He hadn’t seen her in a while.

With her good mood, even people looked more pleasant.

"Have her come over."

Ji Mingzhu approached the Commandery Princess and curtsied.

"You really care about Mrs. Guan; one might think she’s your real mother-in-law."

Ji Mingzhu was accustomed to Princess An He’s way of speaking and remained calm inside.

She didn’t respond to the Commandery Princess’s words.

Instead, she said, "I heard Aunt Du is possessed, the Du Family and Noble Consort in the palace must be worried, I wonder if they’ll send someone to check on her. If she keeps talking nonsense saying our Duke Mansion mistreats her, could it cause trouble?"

Princess An He’s smile froze.

She had planned to use this chance to deal with Du Peifang.

If those people intervene, wouldn’t it spoil her plans?

She said coldly, "No one dares to gossip about Duke Mansion matters, unless they don’t want their tongue anymore!"

Ji Mingzhu was satisfied inside.

Somebody would keep Du Peifang busy, dispersing her focus, making it hard for her to find an opportunity to rise.

Once that person in the palace faces their own issues, Du Peifang loses a support.

For her, it’s good news.

Purpose achieved, Ji Mingzhu didn’t wish to linger with the Commandery Princess, "I have to enter the palace, won’t stay for idle chat."

Ji Mingzhu was already far off, Princess An He pointed her finger at her, "Look at her, so disrespectful, simply lawless!"

"Now she has the Empress and Crown Prince backing her, and Young Master showers her with attention, of course she’s feeling smug."

Princess An He found it puzzling too.

"How did a wild girl like her catch the Empress’s eye?"

Empress Zheng may seem dignified, but she’s really quirky and sharp, a master of hidden blades behind a smile.

Thinking of Empress Zheng made Princess An He a bit apprehensive.

She pressed her heart, "Well, as long as she brings benefits to Ah Zhen, I’ll forgive her this once."

Ji Mingzhu returned to the East Courtyard.

After lunch, she left on time.

Xie Yunzhen had mentioned escorting her to the palace, and indeed he did just that.

The two exited the mansion together.

At the gate, a person was being stopped by the gatekeeper, Ji Mingzhu instinctively looked up.

Her sight was blocked by the man beside her.

"Let’s go quickly, I have urgent matters later."

Ji Mingzhu’s attention was diverted, she teased him, "I didn’t even ask you to accompany me!"

"I want to accompany you, okay?"

With that, he picked her up horizontally and carried her to the carriage.

Ji Mingzhu softly scolded him, "In broad daylight, pay attention to the impression!"

"Set off!"

Xie Yunzhen knocked on the carriage, unusually impatient.

The sound of wheels rolling started.

Perhaps it was just an illusion, but Ji Mingzhu thought she heard someone calling for Miss Ji.