Demoted from wife to concubine? Reborn, the mistress of a noble family plots another high-status mar

Chapter 165

Yun Xiyue took a small sip of wine and laughed, "I can't compare to Young Master Qi. Young Master Qi is the real business genius."

"What exactly is your relationship with the legendary healer, Ghost Hand?"

The two sat down, quite curious.

Yun Xiyue felt there was no need to explain to him; he wasn't the emperor.

“Young Master Qi, I didn’t say I was inviting you to dinner. I reserved this private room in advance.”

Qi Yuyan grinned secretly, "I don't care if you treat me. But if it's just you and my cousin, a lone man and woman, it will ruin my cousin's reputation. I have to keep an eye on things."

Yun Xiyue's face immediately darkened, and she almost splashed wine on his face.

Pei Shang was both amused and exasperated, unable to understand how someone who was usually so eloquent and charming could make such a blunder in front of Yun Xiyue.

He quickly tried to salvage the situation, saying, "Don't listen to his nonsense. We came in first and disturbed Miss Yun."

"He just has a sharp tongue, don't take it to heart."

"I'm treating you today."

Pei Shang had someone order the same dishes she had ordered last time, including a roast goose, which she remembered she liked.

I specifically chose the best one today.

"I really can't believe you two are cousins, you're worlds apart." Yun Xiyue didn't argue with him because of the food on the table, but she didn't hold back her words.

Young Master Qi was so angry that his face turned visibly dark. "Hmph, you admire and praise my cousin so much, do you like him?"

ahem...

Pei Shang was so shocked by his words that he choked on his drink.

Her face was flushed.

"Ayu, shut up."

Qi Yuyan stared at the woman, a mischievous smile flashing in his eyes. "My cousin is Pei Changzi, an unparalleled good man. No wonder you like him. But I'm afraid you're just having a one-sided crush. You're not good enough for my cousin."

Yun Xiyue kept her head down as she ate, and only looked up at him after she finished. "Of course, Young Master Pei is my benefactor, and I admire him. But it's not as sordid as you think. My admiration for Pei Shang is simply because he is very charming. He is broad-minded, kind-hearted, respectful to women, well-mannered, talented, and gentle as jade. Such a person is indeed a peerless good man."

"But I only admire Young Master Pei; I have no other improper thoughts."

Pei Shang was stunned, and blushed involuntarily.

Qi Yuyan's face grew even darker. "So you mean I have no manners?"

"I didn't say that." Seeing that he was angry, Yun Xiyue didn't confront him directly.

Pei Shang quickly poured him a drink, saying, "As the saying goes, you can't be friends without a fight. Let's have a drink together, and we'll be friends from now on."

"Miss Yun, what do you think?"

Qi Yuyan's face turned ashen. He picked up his wine cup and drank it all in one gulp. He laughed and said, "I was wrong just now. I will punish myself with three cups. I hope Miss Yun is broad-minded and won't hold a grudge against a rough man like me."

Even when he's angry, he can still manage a bright smile.

Yun Xiyue said, "Young Master Qi, you flatter me."

But she didn't drink the wine.

Qi Yuyan's eyes darkened slightly, and after three cups of wine, he ordered another roast duck.

She also likes to eat roast duck.

She ate half a roast goose.

Yun Xiyue could still eat, but she felt embarrassed being watched by two grown men while she ate. She picked up the food, put it down again, and coughed lightly, saying, "I'm full."

"You can take the leftovers home to eat," Qi Yuyan said with a smile.

"Anyway, it's my cousin's treat, so don't be shy."

Yun Xiyue didn't eat, but Pei Shang had someone pack some for him.

"We apologize for disturbing you today."

If she doesn't answer, it means she hasn't forgiven them.

Yun Xiyue accepted the gift and, after leaving, had two gift boxes delivered to her.

Inside were two boxes of Purple Fragrance, a new set of rouge from Meirentang, a valuable set of Duan inkstones, and a sandalwood fan inlaid with jade.

The items were two identical sets. Qi Yuyan hadn't expected to have one herself, and she couldn't put the fan down once she picked it up.