The cannon fodder original wife's bad story

Chapter 1375

Upon entering, Pei An and his servant witnessed Qin Qingdong's temper. Pei An pulled him aside, intending to appease him, but Qin Qingdong spoke first, "When you went back, didn't you promise Guan Zhou that you wouldn't meet with the Jin family in secret anymore?"

Kim?

Jin Fuyun could no longer hold back and collapsed to the ground. Pei An looked over upon hearing the sound and met Jin Fuyun's gaze. She had expected to see a pair of kind and compassionate eyes, eyes that would not be able to bear the sight, but instead, she sat there stunned, feeling as if the earth had collapsed.

Pei An, who had never known her thoughts, was now staring at her with an extremely cold gaze.

The posture of looking down is inherently aloof.

Unlike her usual bright and piercing gaze, at this moment she saw Pei An's eyes flash like lightning, cold and intense. Before she could look at him closely, Pei An had already looked away. "I thought Erlang was here too, and besides, we've been friends for many years. Are you two having some misunderstanding? I don't think Fuyun has any intention of harming anyone."

"Ha! Pei Si, that watch—"

He was about to speak about the cousin, but Pei An stopped him, saying, "Superficial matters are very shallow. You are a well-read person who understands many principles, yet you are so shallow."

"Pei Si—, she wants to arrange a marriage."

"I know that she and Prince Yong are a perfect match. We should put aside our past grievances and send a generous gift to congratulate her as close friends."

"A grand gift?"

Qin Qingdong sneered and looked at the woman sitting on the ground in a disheveled state. "I dare to offer it, but I'm afraid the eldest daughter of the Jin family wouldn't dare to accept it!"

"Erlang!"

Pei An called out to Qin Qingdong, and then let Ji'an and the other two let Panxi and Panlan in. When they helped Jin Fuyun up, he said softly, "Erlang was in a bad mood today. I apologize to you on his behalf. Now that you have found a good match, don't say you don't want to get married. Once you are married, you will know that your life has a future."

"Ji Zhang, now you finally have something to look forward to? What is it? Madam Song has never given you a son or daughter, nor has she taken any concubines or maids for you. She doesn't take care of you outside the home, she's not respectful to her parents-in-law at home, and she has no offspring. Ji Zhang, what is your future?"

Qin Qingdong nearly exploded upon hearing this.

"Jin, you really are incredibly resourceful. I was wondering how that maid who was kicked out before ended up in your service. It turns out she was trying to gather information about everyone in the Duke's mansion?"

"Young Master Qin, please open your eyes and take a good look. Do you think it would take planting people in the Duke's mansion to find out what I'm saying? Everyone in the capital knows this! Ji Zhang has been ruined by this wife, and people mostly mock him when they mention him. They never remember that he was the youngest Jinshi in the history of Dalong!"

"You're wrong, Fuyun."

Pei An stepped forward and pulled Qin Qingdong back from opening fire.

His voice was steady and clear, his face serene, and he spoke methodically, “Guanzhou is my goal. I am very happy when I am with her. The former Duke Zhenguo’s mansion was lifeless, and Guanzhou and I had developed a rift, but fortunately we have made up for it now. Whether it is a child or a concubine, it has never been something that I, Pei Si, care about.”

"no?"

Jin Fuyun forced out a smile that was more like a grimace. "Aren't all men like this? Many sons and daughters, three wives and four concubines..."

At this point, she couldn't hold back any longer and covered her face, bursting into tears.

Qin Qingdong couldn't stand Jin Fuyun's affected manner and wanted to pull Pei An away, but Pei An felt pity for her and stepped forward to help Jin Fuyun up. "That's the way things are in the world, but it's not what I want. I know you treat me like a brother and a friend, and I used to think you regarded Guanzhou as your sister-in-law, which was a beautiful thing. But now I think we don't have that fate, so let it be. When you get married, I will definitely send you a gift. I hope you won't find it too much. As for the master, don't worry about him. Erlang and I will make proper arrangements. You should focus on your marriage."

Jin Fuyun's eyes were filled with tears. She wanted to say, "I only want to be with you for life," but the words stuck in her throat. In the end, she could only shake her head and weep.

"Si Lang, I don't want to get married."

"In that case, I will submit a memorial on your behalf to the Emperor and the Empress Dowager, informing them that you wish to become a nun or continue to remain a widow for He Dalang. I'm sure the Emperor and the Empress Dowager will not make things difficult for your devoted heart."

"No, Erlang!"

Pei An raised his hand to stop Qin Qingdong from sulking, and then released his hand from Jin Fuyun's. "Don't be angry. You're not young anymore. Saying such hurtful things is quite childish."

"Never mind, let's go back."

Upon hearing Qin Qingdong's words, Pei An smiled faintly and turned to look at Jin Fuyun. "Fuyun, look ahead. Prince Yong is a rare and excellent husband. You two are both descendants of princesses, a match made in heaven. This is not something to be taken lightly."

Having said that, he took his leave.

Jin Fuyun's sorrow grew a thousandfold, and she couldn't help but grab Pei An's sleeve, "Si Lang, why did we come to this?"

Pei An gave Pan Lan and Pan Xi a wink, and the two maids immediately stepped forward to break free from Jin Fuyun's grasp.

He comforted her in a low voice, "Miss, let's go back to the manor first."

Jin Fuyun watched as the two maids slowly peeled off her hands, her heart filled with despair. "Ji Zhang, I have never wronged you two."

Qin Qingdong snorted in response, but Pei An smiled faintly and said, "I know, Fuyun, there's no need to worry. You should go back to the manor first, so as not to make the eldest young master and young mistress worry."

He instructed Panxi and Panlan, and wiped away Jin Fuyun's tears, "It's already dark, don't delay."

His voice was gentle and his tone was calm. Others might not have noticed, but Jin Fuyun could hear the cold indifference in his tone. She regretted it even more. When she looked at Qin Qingdong again, she saw that this man treated her with no warmth whatsoever.

With sharp eyes, he is indeed a member of the Qin family.

What can Jin Fuyun do now?

She struggled to break free from the maid, smoothed her disheveled hair, and respectfully curtsied to the two gentlemen, saying goodbye.

When she stood up again, her back was straight, and she was no longer timid.

After she left, Zhu Baoyue came out of the side room with a bit of a panic. When she saw the two young men, she knelt down to pay her respects when she was about ten steps away, and dared not get any closer.

"I'm sorry to have frightened Miss Baoyue."

Pei Anwen spoke warmly; he was tall and elegant, a refined gentleman. Zhu Baoyue dared not look him directly in the eye, and only lowered her head to reply that she dared not.

How have you been lately?

Qin Qingdong was in a great mood after getting rid of Jin Fuyun, and he even had the leisure to inquire about Zhu Baoyue. Zhu Baoyue naturally replied that everything was fine.

She was somewhat afraid to look at Pei An.

He called for a maid to bring tea, and after taking a sip, Qin Qingdong's brows relaxed. "Jiangzhou new tea, how come you have some here too?"

Zhu Baoyue looked up at Pei An, then quickly lowered her head and stammered, "It was sent by someone a few days ago by the young mistress because she didn't mind my appearance."

Not only new tea, but also fabrics, spices, and jewelry.

Qin Qingdong shook his head and chuckled, "I guessed it was her, you don't need to say anything more to others."

"I understand, I'll just say it was a gift from a familiar guest."

Pei An put down his teacup, about to get up and leave, when he suddenly turned back to Zhu Baoyue and said, "If you encounter any difficulties, just send someone to inform me."

After saying that, he walked away.