Chapter 130: Suspicion (Part 2)
Madam Wei sighed. “It’s destined. Nothing and noone can change it.”
Mr. Liu did not say anything. Initially, Madam Bai and Liu San wanted to investigate Liu Shun again, but they did not expect Liu Shun to have such a fortuitous opportunity. Liu Shun knelt in front of Liu Yinniang’s parents and swore an oath. He even admitted that he had done something wrong in the past.
Moreover, he promised that he would change. Since he had done so, Madam Bai and Liu San were unwilling to ruin this marriage. No one was perfect anyway, so they agreed.
They also consented to bring the marriage forward.
Liu Sanniang did not say anything.
At night, Liu Sanniang told Madam Wei about Sun Yarou. Madam Wei was silent for a long time before responding. “Sanniang, do whatever you want. Father and Mother will wait for you at home.”
Liu Sanniang leaned against Madam Wei and felt her love. It was very warm and could give her strength.
Madam Wei gently stroked Liu Sanniang’s hair and said gently, “Sanniang, you and Chu Yan are already engaged. If he goes with you, I’ll be at ease.”
Thinking of Chu Yan, Liu Sanniang felt complicated. “Mother, if Chu Yan and I don’t end up together, don’t be sad, okay?”
Madam Wei sighed. “Alright.”
How could she not be sad? If her daughter couldn’t get together with Chu Yan, she would be alone for the rest of her life. How could she not be sad?
The next morning, Liu Sanniang gave Sun Yarou an answer.
The weather had already cleared up. This was the first time Liu Sanniang went to look for Chu Yan.
When Liu Sanniang arrived at Chu Yan’s house, the door opened before she could knock. Liu Sanniang was caught off guard and bumped into Chu Yan.
Chu Yan smiled. “When are we leaving?”
Liu Sanniang stammered. “T-Tomorrow.”
When Chu Yan came out, Liu Sanniang took a few steps back.
Chu Yan reached out and Liu Sanniang immediately retreated nervously. “I-I’ll go back first.”
Chu Yan retracted his hand and looked at Liu Sanniang’s back for a long time.
The next morning, Liu Sanniang, Chu Yan, and Sun Yarou left for Yuezhou.
In the exquisite carriage, Liu Sanniang sat in a corner. No matter how she hid, the carriage was only so big.
Chu Yan looked at Liu Sanniang and smiled. “What season do you like?”
Liu Sanniang was puzzled by Chu Yan’s sudden question. She didn’t know Chu Yan was thinking, nor could she read him.
Liu Sanniang replied softly. “Probably autumn. It is neither hot nor cold.”
However, Chu Yan’s next words almost made Liu Sanniang’s jaw drop.
“Autumn is not bad. Suitable for getting married.”
Chu Yan spoke calmly, but Liu Sanniang’s jaw had already dropped to the floor.
Liu Sanniang could not imagine them getting married.
She changed the topic stiffly. “Chu Yan, is there anything you especially want to do?”
Chu Yan’s eyes darkened. “Yes.”
Liu Sanniang asked. “Like what? Do you want to join the army?”
It was good to be in the army. One would not have so much time to go back home after joining the army.
Chu Yan looked into Liu Sanniang’s eyes. He wouldn’t forget this pair of lively eyes, not even after death. He smiled. “I’m satisfied with being just a constable.”
He didn’t need to join the army.
Liu Sanniang felt frustrated. How could he not want to join the army?
In his previous life, Chu Yan was a general. Why was he different in this world?
Chu Yan reached out and touched Liu Sanniang’s hair. “I want to protect you.”
How could he leave her when he had finally gathered her heavenly soul?
Liu Sanniang’s body tensed up, and her mind was muddled. She did not dare to even raise her head.
Chu Yan said that autumn was good and suitable for marriage.
He had also said that he wanted to protect her.
They would become husband and wife and do more intimate things. Liu Sanniang felt her face burning and her heart beat faster.
She moved away from Chu Yan and bit her lip. “We need to maintain a suitable distance for now.”
After Liu Sanniang finished speaking, she heard Chu Yan chuckle.
Liu Sanniang really wanted to find a hole to bury herself in!
Because Sun Yarou was in a hurry, the carriages traveled very fast. After almost two days, they arrived at Yuezhou.
Yuezhou City was several times larger than Yong County.
The place was also more prosperous.
The carriage stopped outside a large mansion. Sun Yarou got out of the carriage, looking a little tired. She waited for Chu Yan and Liu Sanniang to get out of their carriage before walking over. “Miss Liu, you must be tired from traveling for the past two days. Rest well first.”
Liu Sanniang nodded. She was indeed very tired.
Sun Yarou looked at Chu Yan. “You’re already engaged. Can I arrange for you to stay in the same courtyard?”
Chu Yan nodded slightly. “Sure.”
Liu Sanniang was a little embarrassed.
The Zhao residence was relatively large. Sun Yarou brought Liu Sanniang and Chu Yan to their place before leaving.
When Sun Yarou returned to the main courtyard, she immediately asked the servant if anything had happened. The servant answered truthfully and shook his head.
Sun Yarou heaved a sigh of relief and instructed. “Prepare hot water. I want to take a bath. Also, arrange for a few servants to serve Miss Liu and see if she needs anything. We can’t neglect her.”
Auntie Sun, who was serving Sun Yarou, nodded. “Don’t worry, Madam. I will arrange everything.”
Sun Yarou rubbed her forehead, troubled by what was happening at home.
Liu Sanniang and Chu Yan settled in.
At dinner time, Sun Yarou asked the servants to invite her and Chu Yan over.
Sun Yarou’s husband, Zhao Fengyun, had returned.
After getting the servants to leave , Zhao Fengyun said with a serious expression, “Madam, if you have something to say, just say it. We’ve been husband and wife for many years, and you know my temper.”
Sun Yarou stood up and filled Zhao Fengyun’s glass. “Master, I have something to tell you.”
Zhao Fengyun frowned. “Madam, don’t you think what you are suspecting is a little funny? No one is capable of doing that. Huai has been well taken care of since he was young and has people following him everywhere. Why do you…”
Zhao Fengyun couldn’t be bothered to persuade his wife. He was sure that no one in this world had such ability to swap his son. His son was already 16 years old. How could they not know if he had been replaced?
Sun Yarou looked at Zhao Fengyun firmly. “If you don’t believe me, I have nothing to say. But I believe in myself. I’ve invited a master. Please don’t stop us.”
Zhao Fengyun’s expression was cold. “Madam, what if I insist on stopping you?”
Sun Yarou frowned. She looked at Zhao Fengyun without any hesitation. “We have been married for many years. You should know me very well.”
Zhao Fengyun stood up angrily. “You, you, you’re simply ridiculous!”
Zhao Fengyun smacked the table and left. Liu Sanniang and Chu Yan had just stepped into the main hall when they met Zhao Fengyun, who left the place angrily. Zhao Fengyun only looked at Liu Sanniang and Chu Yan before leaving in a hurry.