The Cousin Is About to Marry，The Abstinent Young Lord Loses Control-Chapter 50: Mingzhu Doesn’t Like Ah Zhen

Xie Yunzhen rode back on horseback, and it wasn’t until he stepped out of the ancestral hall that Princess An He and the others hurried back to the mansion.

Thinking of the dream where Ji Mingzhu was cut open to remove the child, Xie Yunzhen felt an unbearable pain, making it hard for him to breathe.

He couldn’t confront his elders, so he could only take matters into his own hands.

Therefore, when Princess An He stopped him from going out to find Ji Mingzhu, Xie Yunzhen calmly took out a dagger.

He said, "The Xie Family bullied Ji Mingzhu, I have to seek justice for her."

Whether it was in the past life or this life, she was wronged in the Duke Mansion.

Thinking about her recent unusual behavior, Xie Yunzhen had a suspicion in his heart.

But he didn’t dare to admit it.

He could only repeatedly tell himself that as long as he treated Ji Mingzhu well and drew a clear line from everything in the past life, Ji Mingzhu would definitely change her view of him.

Looking at the cold dagger, Princess An He sternly asked, "Do you really intend to harm your elders for Ji Mingzhu?"

Xie Yunzhen sneered, "You’re overthinking it."

"Then what do you intend to do with the knife?"

Just as Princess An He finished speaking, her pupils involuntarily dilated, and the rest of her words got stuck in her throat.

The old lady almost fainted; fortunately, Mrs. Guan quickly supported her arm.

Seeing the new wound on Xie Yunzhen’s arm, Mrs. Guan felt extremely uneasy.

Ah Zhen was so stubborn, could he really let go of Mingzhu?

In the vast Duke Mansion, Princess An He cared most about this son of hers.

She hurried to bandage his wound, tears streaming down her face.

"What exactly are you trying to do, hurting yourself like this, is it to threaten someone?"

Xie Yunzhen’s expression was calm, as if he wasn’t the one injured.

"It’s not a threat."

"Then what do you mean?"

"Ji Mingzhu was hurt in the Duke Mansion, I am repaying her."

"I think you’re really crazy, what’s it got to do with you?"

Xie Yunzhen looked straight into Princess An He’s eyes.

"Mother, I must marry Ji Mingzhu; if you hurt her, I will repay her. If something happens to her... then I’ll pay with my own life."

Princess An He looked incredulous, "For a woman, you would hurt your elders so much?"

"She is the person I want to marry, no one can harm her."

Xie Yunzhen’s attitude was firm, "You can associate with the Du Family, but don’t bring up marriage relations again. If anyone uses this to harm Ji Mingzhu and ruins my marriage with her, I can’t guarantee what will happen."

Without caring about his wounds, Xie Yunzhen quickly left.

He had to go chase Ji Mingzhu; only if he brings her back soon can they start anew.

The blood-stained handkerchief was left behind, reminding everyone that everything that just happened wasn’t an illusion.

The old lady felt extremely oppressed, although she spoke to her daughter-in-law, wasn’t it also a warning to her?

Fearing repercussions.

Could she really do nothing about Ji Mingzhu!

She gritted her teeth, "What kind of spell did Ji Mingzhu cast on Ah Zhen, making him contradict his elders this way!"

Mrs. Guan whispered, "Mingzhu doesn’t like Ah Zhen."

The old lady became even more furious, "Why doesn’t she like him? Our Xie Family chose her, where does she get the right to choose us!"

She pushed away Mrs. Guan’s hand.

Lowly cursed, "You brought her back, and now you’ve caused such a big mess, you’ve brought disaster to our Xie Family!"

Mrs. Guan closed her mouth and said no more.

Ah Zhen fell in love with Mingzhu himself, what did it have to do with her?

She was extremely anxious, not knowing where Mingzhu had gone. Would she suffer if Ah Zhen caught up with her halfway?

If she reached Yangzhou, with Ah Zhen’s iron-fist approach, would he truly not harm the Yuan Family?

Though reluctant, Mrs. Guan still sent a letter to Yangzhou.

Simply saying that Xie Yunzhen might also go to Yangzhou; he has a cold personality and straightforward actions, and pleads for their tolerance if there are any offenses.

Ji Mingzhu left the capital, traveling slowly and stopping frequently, even on New Year’s Eve she was still on the road.

This trip to Yangzhou, whether it determines marriage or not, keeping away from Xie Yunzhen is the main objective. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

Not in a hurry to travel, she decided to stop in the nearest city to celebrate the New Year.

Ji Mingzhu didn’t want to make herself too disheveled.

During the major New Year holiday, rushing to Yangzhou would make people think she was eager to marry, or that she was going to seek shelter with the Yuan Family.

Neither scenario would benefit her.

Discussing marriage is also a game of strategy; starting off in a lower position could cause troubles in the future.

After being cautious for years in the Xie Family, she finally had a chance for rebirth, she only wanted to live comfortably now.

After calculating her time in her heart, out of respect for the Yuan Family, Ji Mingzhu sent a letter in advance.

The letter wrote her expected arrival time in Yangzhou, so the other party could be prepared.

She also didn’t forget to greet the Yuan Family elders.

As for the meeting gifts, it wouldn’t be too late to deliver them in person once she arrived in Yangzhou.

Having given all the instructions, the convoy turned and entered the nearby city.

Planning only to stay for a few days, she didn’t bother to rent a courtyard.

They directly checked into an inn.

Ji Mingzhu stayed in the top-tier room, with a high floor and great view; standing by the window, she could see the bustling city across the lake.

Both a scenic view and an escape from the noise, Ji Mingzhu was quite satisfied.

On the day to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one, the long streets were filled with festive lanterns.

There were vendors selling lanterns, accessories, food, and people performing acrobatics...

Pedestrians came and went, all looking cheerful and happy.

Gold was sold into the Duke Mansion as a child; initially, she served Xie Yunling.

Later, when Ji Mingzhu sought refuge with the Xie Family, the old lady said the Duke Mansion wanted no servants of unclear origin.

No choice, the servants brought from the Ji Family were sent away by Mrs. Guan.

It was at that time that Gold came to Ji Mingzhu’s side.

In previous New Year’s celebrations, the Duke Mansion invited opera troupes to perform, and Gold was lucky enough to join the masters to watch the excitement every time.

This time, going out with Ji Mingzhu, she experienced another lively scene.

Excitedly said, "The shopkeeper said that tonight there’s a lantern festival; by then, the lanterns will float downstream, and we can enjoy them while sitting inside."

Ji Mingzhu was also quite looking forward to it; she didn’t want to go out, so sitting high up and joining the fun seemed like a good choice.

Jokingly said, "Then we must prepare fine wine and delicacies."

Gold curtsied, "Your servant will prepare immediately, but your body hasn’t fully recovered, you can only drink fruit drinks."

Ji Mingzhu nodded, "Prepare the New Year’s Eve dinner for the people downstairs as well, make sure to distribute silver as well, two taels of silver per person, let everyone share in the joy."

With good food and silver to receive, Gold happily went to handle the task.

Ji Mingzhu stood by the window, continuing to watch the scenery outside.

This place was far from the capital, giving her a sense of freedom from shackles.

She touched her neck, where a thin scab still hadn’t fallen off.

She didn’t want to experience that life-threatening situation again.

Not knowing whether Xie Yunzhen’s poison could be neutralized, if something happened to him, would the Commandery Princess blame her?

The smile at the corner of Ji Mingzhu’s mouth faded slightly as she angrily patted the windowsill.

To have encountered Xie Yunzhen, truly unlucky!