jdhmnovel Chapter 113 Zhou Yuan's Betrothal
Chapter 113 Zhou Yuan's Betrothal
Su Yinyin said angrily, "What? What's wrong with Zhou Yuan?"
The old man shook his head helplessly, "Miss, the Regent's move is probably to announce to everyone that you are now his woman."
Su Yinyin gritted her teeth, "When did I become his person?"
"Old One, go back and keep an eye on things. Don't allow anyone to step into the gate, including Zhou Yuan himself."
"Then, Miss, you...?" the old man asked in confusion.
"I'm going back to the Divine Physician's Pavilion. Although this matter makes me very angry, it's not worth me wasting my energy on it." After saying this, Su Yinyin got into the carriage and headed towards the Divine Physician's Pavilion.
After hearing Su Yinyin's instructions, the old man hurriedly rushed to the Su residence.
Meanwhile, Su Yinyin returned to the Divine Physician Pavilion to prepare medicine for the emperor.
She knew that although she would gain some benefits from practicing medicine in the palace, she would also make many enemies.
However, she was not afraid. As long as her medical skills were superb, she could always turn danger into safety.
In the emperor's bedroom, after Su Yinyin left, a eunuch beside the emperor approached him and said, "Your Majesty, this divine physician has quite a temper."
The emperor snorted, "As long as she can cure my illness, I can tolerate her temper. However, this concubine is too ignorant; I need to give her a good talking-to."
The emperor waved his hand, and after the attending eunuchs withdrew, the emperor's secret guards appeared before him.
"Who poisoned me? Find out the truth as soon as possible."
After the guards received their orders and left, the emperor recalled what the divine physician had just told him: that being an emperor was truly difficult! He was only in his forties, but looked like an old man in his sixties.
How ironic. Years of diligent work, and in the end, it all ends badly!
The emperor seemed to remember something and muttered to himself, "You really are my good sons, aren't you? Can't you wait any longer?"
Meanwhile, after returning to her palace, the Imperial Concubine gritted her teeth and ordered her maid, "Go and find out what this divine doctor's background is. How dare he call me a mad dog! I will make sure he can't be arrogant in front of His Majesty."
As soon as Lao Yi arrived at the entrance of the Su residence, he saw the long procession of betrothal gifts.
The eldest brother bypassed the group and Zhou Yuan, walked to the gate, and said to the people inside, "The young lady ordered that anyone who dares to step into this gate be thrown out."
Zhou Yuan was not annoyed by this, and said leisurely, "The lady I admire is in my residence, and I have come today to propose marriage."
The old man turned around, glanced at Zhou Yuan, and said coldly, "Regent, don't make things difficult for us subordinates."
Zhou Yuan raised an eyebrow. "My betrothal gifts have arrived. Since your young lady is not engaged, why is it not possible? Or is it you, my servant, who has made this decision on your own?"
The old man snorted coldly, "How could you possibly fathom my young lady's thoughts? Your Highness would be best to leave at the first opportunity."
Just as the two were locked in a stalemate, a clear and deep voice came from inside the Su residence, "First Elder, let him in."
That clear, cold, and resonant voice belonged to the old lady of the Duke's mansion.
The old lady already knew that Zhou Yuan had come with betrothal gifts. Since Yinyin was not in the mansion, the old lady could not make decisions on her own.
So they sent people to look for Yinyin. They waited for a long time, but Yinyin didn't return. The old lady, Su Yue, and Li Lan went to the front gate to see what was happening.
They happened to overhear Lao Yi speaking. Who was Lao Yi? They all knew; he was someone they could admire.
Since Yinyin has this attitude, it already indicates the outcome of the matter.
But if both sides suffer heavy losses, it wouldn't be a good thing. So the old lady told the eldest son to let Zhou Yuan in alone.
Although the older man was unwilling, he had no choice but to step aside and make way for him.
Zhou Yuan smiled and swaggered into the Su residence with the betrothal gifts.
The old man stopped him. He said, "If you're going to bring these things in, I'll kick you out right now."
Zhou Yuan narrowed his eyes, a hint of displeasure flashing in them, but he quickly regained his composure. He gave a wink to the servants behind him, who understood and left the betrothal gifts outside the door.
The first man nodded in satisfaction and stepped aside to make way for the others.
Zhou Yuan entered the Su residence and went straight to the old lady and the others, bowing respectfully. "Greetings, Old Madam."
The old lady nodded slightly, scrutinizing him with her gaze. "I understand your intentions in coming here, Your Majesty, but Yinyin is a stubborn child. If she is unwilling, I'm afraid it's no use forcing her."
Zhou Yuan chuckled lightly, "Madam, you are mistaken. I am fortunate to have met Miss Yinyin, and we even have a son together. I beg you to grant my request."
At this moment, Su Yue, who had been silent until now, spoke up: "Your Highness, my sister has already made things clear. How do you put her in this position by forcing a betrothal?"
Just as Zhou Yuan was about to retort, a commotion suddenly broke out outside.
Everyone turned to look and saw Yinyin riding a horse galloping towards them. She dismounted at the door and strode in.
She first glanced at Zhou Yuan, then bowed to the old lady, "Grandmother, your granddaughter is back. I have my own ideas about this matter." Everyone looked at Yinyin, wondering what she was up to.
"Ayin," Zhou Yuan took a few steps forward, trying to get as close to Su Yinyin as possible.
"Regent, is your mother aware of your grand display?" Su Yinyin stared intently at Zhou Yuan.
"I already discussed this matter with my mother some time ago."
Su Yinyin smiled faintly, "Really? Then your mother is quite a character. I truly admire her. Although she doesn't like me, she had no choice but to submit for her son's sake. Later, she even sent someone to assassinate me!"
Zhou Yuan's expression changed, and he hurriedly said, "Ayin, there is absolutely no such thing. Someone must be stirring things up."
Su Yinyin sneered, "Provocation? Then was the assassination attempt last time also a hoax?" Zhou Yuan was speechless for a moment, knowing full well that the assassination attempt was difficult to explain.
Su Yinyin continued, "Your Highness, you hold a high position and great power. What kind of woman can't you have? Why bother with me? I am just a lowly woman who only wants to raise my young child in peace."
Zhou Yuan's face showed pain. "Ayin, I have always been sincere towards you. Since I met you, no other woman has caught my eye. That assassination attempt was carried out behind my back, and that villain has now been severely punished."
Su Yinyin was disdainful, but her face remained frosty. "It's hard to say how credible Your Highness's words are. You should go back and investigate what happened on my way back from the Duke's mansion. Please take the betrothal gifts with you today."
Zhou Yuan gritted his teeth, "Ayin, give me some time, and I will prove my sincerity."
After saying this, he gave Su Yinyin a deep look, then turned and ordered his servants to take the betrothal gifts and leave.
As everyone watched his departing figure, Su Yinyin fell into deep thought.
The onlookers, seeing that the Su family had refused the Regent's betrothal gifts, were all curious about the owners of the Su family.
Even after being rejected by the Su family, the Regent Prince did not become angry or embarrassed.
The common people were truly envious of that woman.
Especially the neighbors of the Su family. They all wanted to find an opportunity to get closer to them. But that's another story.
Regent Zhou Yuan was in a somber mood, having expected things to fall into place today. The outcome, however, disappointed him.