After being reborn, I hugged the villainous boss tightly.

Madam Gu looked at Ye Zhuxi with a puzzled expression, not understanding why she was reacting so strongly.

Realizing her reaction was inappropriate, Ye Zhuxi quickly said, "Mother, I know you mean well, but you should also consider how others perceive this!"

Gu Shi: "..."

“Those who know the truth will think you are kind-hearted for letting your cousin marry the eldest son of the Ye family, but those who don’t will think you look down on your cousin’s family, that you actually let her marry an adopted son who has no official position!”

Ye Zhuxi finished speaking in one breath and looked at Madam Gu with concern.

Hilarious! If Ye Fuyao were to marry the future emperor who would unify the Three Kingdoms, I'd be utterly doomed!

After thinking about it carefully, Madam Gu felt that what her daughter said made a lot of sense.

She waved her hand: "Never mind, let's talk about this later!"

Ye Zhuxi nodded and smiled, a sly golden glint flashing in her bright eyes.

She curled her lips in a mocking smile: Ye Fuyao probably won't have a future!

Fu Jingyuan, who was eavesdropping outside the door, frowned slightly when he saw Ye Zhuxi's smug smile. He wondered what this woman was up to now.

Ye Fuyao changed her clothes and came to find Ye Zhuxi. When she entered the room, she saw that Ye Zhuxi was already dressed and sitting in front of the dressing table fixing her hair.

Ye Zhuxi wore a light blue dress, with a light blue silk gauze tied into an elegant bow at her waist. Her dark hair was gently tied up and a Wei Ling hairpin was inserted diagonally.

Her skin was fair and radiant, and even with only light makeup, her face was exceptionally delicate and striking, with clear, bright almond-shaped eyes.

Seeing this, a hint of jealousy appeared in Ye Fuyao's eyes: Why does Ye Zhuxi use the best of everything? Why is she always one step ahead of me?

Ye Fuyao's resentful gaze was too blatant. Ye Zhuxi looked up and saw the jealousy in her eyes. She smiled.

Ye Fuyao suppressed her resentment and said softly, "Your clothes are so beautiful, unlike me who has nothing!"

Ye Zhuxi couldn't help but sneer after hearing this. Ye Fuyao really dared to say that. Every piece of clothing and jewelry in her room now was a gift from her!

Jewelry, jade, agate, brocade dresses—everything was the best I had ever chosen for her.

Even what she's wearing now... how could she have the nerve to say that?

Ye Zhuxi glanced at her aggrieved look, then smiled and said, "What kind of relationship do we have? If you want one, just pick it out and wear it yourself!"

Hearing this, Ye Fuyao's eyes lit up. She reached out and affectionately touched Ye Zhuxi's clothes: "Don't laugh at me, little sister, but I really like the one you're wearing right now. I wonder if you..."

Before she could finish speaking, Ye Zhuxi shook her head and refused.

"This won't do, I want to wear this today!"

When Ye Zhuxi refused, Ye Fuyao was slightly taken aback. If it were any other time, Ye Zhuxi would definitely have given it to her. Why did things change today?

Ye Zhuxi stood up and looked at her: "If you're not going to choose, then let's go, it's almost time."

"Wait, wait, let me pick out some clothes, it'll be ready soon!"

Ye Zhuxi knew that Ye Fuyao wouldn't let go of the one who had tricked her, even if it was just a piece of clothing.

She was worried that Ye Fuyao wouldn't be petty enough.

She glanced up and gestured to He Ye, who was standing at the door. He Ye smiled slyly and nodded at her.

Ye Zhuxi glanced at where Ye Fuyao was changing clothes, a cold smile curling at the corner of her lips.

Everything was going according to her plan.

Fu Jingyuan had been waiting outside the gate for a long time before he saw everyone come out.

Today he was wearing a light blue shirt and a matching cloak.

He looked elegant and refined, with the air of a noble young master.

Ye Zhuxi glanced at Fu Jingyuan's clothes, then at her own, and suddenly felt something was off.

Ye Fuyao covered her mouth and chuckled: "Big brother and little sister had already agreed on what clothes to wear together, and they didn't even tell me!"

Fu Jingyuan looked at Ye Zhuxi, his deep eyes holding a half-smile, but he offered no explanation.

Ye Zhuxi ignored the people present and walked towards the carriage.

She had just sat down in the carriage when Fu Jingyuan squeezed in right behind her, instantly filling the originally spacious room.

Ye Zhuxi frowned: "Why doesn't Big Brother ride in his own carriage?"

Fu Jingyuan raised an eyebrow, and after carefully adjusting his clothes, he slowly said, "My carriage is too cold, I'd like to squeeze in with my second sister!"

Ye Zhuxi was speechless. She thought Fu Jingyuan would make up some excuse to get away with it, but she didn't expect him to be so unabashed!

Seeing Ye Zhuxi frowning, Fu Jingyuan looked up at her and asked, "Does Second Sister not want me to ride in the same carriage as you?"

When Fu Jingyuan said this, his tone carried a hint of grievance.

Ye Zhuxi quickly shook her head: "It's not that I don't like it, it's just that this carriage is a bit small, and I'm afraid my brother won't be used to it!"

Fu Jingyuan didn't say anything more, only a smile appeared on his lips.

Chengbei Temple is packed with people today, including many high-ranking officials and dignitaries. The inns near the temple are full, but luckily Ye Zhuxi booked a room early on.

Mu Zichen was already waiting at the entrance of the inn. When he saw Ye Zhuxi's carriage arrive, he hurriedly went to greet it.

He reached out to help Ye Zhuxi down from the carriage, but to his surprise, it was Fu Jingyuan who stepped down. The two grown men exchanged a glance.

After Mu Zichen recognized Fu Jingyuan, he awkwardly lowered his hand.

Fu Jingyuan glanced at him indifferently, then reached out to Ye Zhuxi in the carriage, gesturing for her to help him down.

Not to be outdone, Mu Zichen also reached out, his face full of determination.

Ye Zhuxi looked at the two serious men below her and felt slightly embarrassed.

However, after a while, she placed her hand in Fu Jingyuan's hand and then slowly walked down.

Mu Zichen was immediately displeased.

"Why won't Ruoruo let me help her up? Is she still angry with me?"

Ye Zhuxi glanced at Mu Zichen, whose face was still covered with purple and blue bruises, which must have been caused by Fu Jingyuan's men beating him that day, and he still hadn't recovered!

Ye Zhuxi suppressed the urge to laugh and simply replied, "Men and women should not touch each other!"

Mu Zichen was about to say something more when he suddenly heard Ye Fuyao shout from the side, which startled him so much that he quickly went over.

Xiao Lian helped the swaying Ye Fuyao down, her face flushed.

Mu Zichen frowned and asked, "What's wrong with Yao Yao?"

Xiao Lian held Ye Fuyao tightly, anxiously saying, "I don't know, Miss was already feeling unwell on the way."

Ye Zhuxi walked over with a worried look on her face: "Then let's quickly help my sister into the inn, don't let her stand there."

After helping Ye Fuyao into the inn's room, she turned to Xiaolian and said, "You and Heye go and fetch a doctor. I'll take care of you here!"

Upon hearing the order, Xiaolian immediately turned and ran out.

Ye Fuyao's face grew increasingly red. She looked at Mu Zichen beside her with hazy eyes, and then, in front of everyone, she threw herself into his arms.

"Brother Mu, Yao Yao feels so bad!"

Mu Zichen hugged Ye Fuyao tightly with a look of heartache, completely oblivious to how ambiguous their actions were.

Seeing this, Ye Zhuxi stood up without making a sound.

"Brother Mu, please stay here and take care of my sister. My elder brother and I will go to the carriage to get a coat for her so she doesn't catch a cold!"

Mu Zichen was completely focused on Ye Fuyao, and without thinking, he said, "Okay, okay, you guys go quickly, I'll stay here with Yao Yao!"

Seeing that her plan had succeeded, Ye Zhuxi pulled the indifferent-looking Fu Jingyuan and turned to leave, thoughtfully closing the door behind her.