jdhmnovel Chapter 76 seems to be someone who's afraid of his wife.
Chapter 76 seems to be someone who's afraid of his wife.
The Minister's Residence, Haoyue Studio.
Zhai Rongyu helped Zhai Muling to sit down by the bed and instructed Zizhu, "Quickly prepare hot water, a large tub is needed."
"Yes." Seeing that Zhai Muling looked unwell and was covered in sweat, Zizhu quickly went downstairs to prepare bath water.
"Sister, take a bath and get a good night's sleep. We'll set off for Yunshan early tomorrow morning."
Zhai Muling nodded.
Seeing that she kept pulling at her collar, Zhai Rongyu suddenly remembered something and took out the Hundred Flowers Ointment from her cloth bag.
My gaze fell on the exquisite box, and Jun Ce's image immediately came to mind.
She shook her head, suppressing the frustration in her heart, silently recited a few words of the Heart-Cleansing Mantra, and then handed the Hundred Flowers Ointment to Zhai Muling.
"Sister, this is the most effective treatment for wounds. Remember to apply it later."
“Okay.” Zhai Muling took it, looking at Zhai Rongyu with tender eyes.
She seemed to be trusting and relying on Rong'er more and more.
……
After settling Zhai Muling in, Zhai Rongyu turned and went to the study. She needed to talk to her father about going down to Yunshan.
"Father." She pushed open the door and went inside, only to find Zhai Sangjie inside as well. "Eldest brother is here too."
"Rong'er, you've come at the right time." Minister Zhai stood up and pulled Zhai Rongyu to sit on a specially made soft seat. "I made this especially for you. Try it on and see if you like it."
Wow, this chair is so beautiful!
[I never knew Dad could do woodworking! That's amazing!]
She admired the smoothness of the armrest, which seemed to have been sanded many times.
The carvings on it are also very lifelike.
This skill is absolutely amazing.
Zhai Rongyu sat down, relaxed her body, and felt the soft cushion behind her back curvature perfectly. She comfortably squinted her eyes and hummed a couple of times.
"Dad, this chair is so comfortable!"
[My dad is so busy, yet he still finds time to make me a chair. His love is truly boundless, it touches me so deeply! Waaah…]
Indeed, the best man in the world is one's father!
Minister Zhai laughed, in high spirits.
"As long as Rong'er is happy."
He owes Rong'er so many years, and no amount of compensation is too much.
Zhai Sangjie felt a pang of jealousy as he listened to Zhai Rongyu's thoughts. Was he, as the older brother, really that bad?
He said, "Rong'er, do you like the swing that your elder brother made for you in the courtyard?"
A swing? The swing she was on the other day?
Did my older brother do it?
Zhai Rongyu was stunned for a moment, then said, "Why didn't you tell me, brother?"
She thought it was Shuang'er who had done it.
Zhai Rongyu smiled, her dimples appearing slightly, and said, "I love it so much!!!"
"Thank you, brother."
I never imagined I'd be a "son of a bitch" in my life.
I'm so happy!
【hey-hey. 】
Zhai Sangjie laughed heartily, his face showing no sign of smugness.
Minister Zhai glanced at Zhai Sangjie, somewhat speechless. Why did he have to say it now of all times...?
Look, Rong'er's joy at the chair has been dampened!
"Father," Zhai Rongyu then remembered the important matter, "I'm going to take my sister to Yunshan for a short stay tomorrow."
[The Sixth Prince and the Crown Prince might very well come looking for trouble again.]
Let's lay low for a while.
Minister Zhai's expression turned serious, and he nodded, "Very well."
"Butler Zhang!"
"What are your orders, sir?" Butler Zhang walked in from outside, smiling as he looked at the three people enjoying themselves.
Since the second young lady returned, the house has become much more lively and welcoming.
He couldn't help but feel gratified.
Minister Zhai instructed, "Rong'er and Aling are going to stay in Yunshan tomorrow. Go and make preparations. Make sure they have everything they need. Under no circumstances should the two young ladies lack food or clothing while they are there."
"Also, bring some maids and guards; make sure to protect the young lady well."
"Yes," Butler Zhang replied with great enthusiasm.
If we're leaving tomorrow, we need to prepare a lot of things!
"Father, there's no need for that." Zhai Rongyu said, both amused and exasperated. "We're only staying for a few days."
"That won't do!" Minister Zhai frowned in disapproval. "Yunshan is remote; how can I feel at ease if we don't make sure everything is prepared?"
"Rong'er, I have said that I will never let you suffer again."
“Father…” Zhai Rongyu was deeply moved, her heart was warm, and her nose felt a little sore.
She was orphaned at a young age and was taken in by her master. She never expected to be so fortunate in this life and to be able to feel the warmth of family.
She stood up, hugged Minister Zhai's arm, and rested her head on it. "Thank you, Father."
Minister Zhai patted her head, feeling both warm and bittersweet. "Silly child, why are you thanking me?"
Looking at them, Zhai Sangjie felt a surge of warmth in his heart.
……
Emerging from the study, Zhai Sangjie and Zhai Rongyu walked side by side.
"Little sister," Zhai Sangjie said, "I...I have something I'd like to ask you for help with."
"What is it?" Zhai Rongyu looked at him with a puzzled expression.
[My brother is usually so straightforward, why is he stammering today?]
“After the Mid-Autumn Festival lantern festival, Xiruo has been avoiding me for some reason,” he sighed.
Zhai Rongyu: !!!
What did she hear? !
The eldest brother is actually upset that Gu Xiruo is avoiding him?!
What juicy gossip did she miss?
[This shouldn't be... Wasn't Gu Xiruo madly in love with her older brother?]
[I'm already being lenient by not bothering him, why would I avoid him?]
"Brother, did you do something that scared them?" Zhai Rongyu asked, looking like he was watching a melon.
Are you scared?
Zhai Sangjie was slightly taken aback.
He suddenly remembered what he had said on the ship that day, and his hawk-like eyes dimmed. "I was too impatient."
Zhai Rongyu's face lit up with joy, her almond-shaped eyes shimmering with excited tears.
[Big Brother really has his eye on Gu Xiruo!]
[Waaaaah... My favorite ship has actually come true! Does anyone understand?!]
[CP fans are ecstatic!]
She fanned her cheeks, which were flushed with excitement, and gave Zhai Sangjie some advice, "Brother, dating is not the same as fighting a war. You have to take it slow."
"What do you think I should do?" Zhai Sangjie asked, looking worried.
"Sincerity begets sincerity." Zhai Rongyu's eyes crinkled into a smile.
sincere?
Zhai Sangjie pondered for a moment, then suddenly seemed to have an epiphany and said, "I'll go to the Gu residence to propose marriage right now!"
"No way!" Zhai Rongyu was startled. His older brother was being too reckless!
"Don't even mention that Gu Xiruo is avoiding you now. Even if she were willing to marry you, Master Gu would not agree."
Zhai Sangjie's handsome face suddenly turned serious.
Yes, Master Gu has a great prejudice against their family. If they were to propose marriage rashly, they would definitely be rejected.
"What should I do?" He scratched his head in distress.
“You have to get Gu Xiruo’s consent first,” Zhai Rongyu said. “I’ll take care of Master Gu.”
"When I return from Yunshan, I will make more visits to the Gu family for you."
Mrs. Gu seems to have a good impression of me, and Mr. Gu seems to be afraid of his wife.
If we can persuade Madam Gu, then perhaps we can change Mr. Gu's attitude as well.
"Little sister, thanks to you," Zhai Sangjie said sincerely.
"But I can't even see Xiruo now, how can I get her consent?"
"Tomorrow is the first day of the lunar month, and Gu Xiruo will go to Qixia Temple to pray for blessings."
[I remember the book mentioning that Gu Xiruo would go to Qixia Temple to pray for blessings on the first day of each month. Once, she was attacked by bandits, but was later rescued by a passing swordsman.]
[If my brother can be the first to rescue the damsel in distress... hehe...]
Zhai Sangjie nodded solemnly.
He'll go up the mountain at daybreak tomorrow! He's determined to wait for that little rabbit!