Rebirth: Find a General as Your Backer

Chapter 282 Ye Zhi

Xie Jinshu was completely enveloped in a beautiful dream, oblivious to the turbulent events around him.

At this moment, he was filled with the joy of being appreciated, convinced that he had finally found someone who understood his talent and gained the recognition he had always longed for. He couldn't be more proud of himself.

The banquet was lively and noisy. The Third Prince was surrounded by sycophants who came forward one after another to bow and flatter him. The obsequious words and hypocritical smiles disgusted Xie Jinshu. He was extremely annoyed and did not want to stay a moment longer.

Don't you ever think about it? You're just like them.

He quickly returned to his seat, and as soon as he sat down, the girl he had met by chance at the Prince Rui's residence came to mind.

The girl's appearance instantly brightened his heart, and sweetness and anticipation quietly spread within him. But the thought of Su Liandan's lifeless face instantly killed his interest, leaving only disgust.

He had previously beaten and scolded Su Liandan, using every means at his disposal, but Su Liandan was like a hard rock, her jaw clenched tightly. No matter how he threatened her, she wouldn't say a word. This made Xie Jinshu both angry and anxious, but he was completely helpless.

Thinking this, Xie Jinshu could no longer sit still. He stood up abruptly, the chair scraping against the floor with a screeching sound.

He thought to himself that if he wandered around the banquet, he might get lucky and run into the girl he had been longing for again.

Just then, a figure moved slightly in a dimly lit corner of the banquet hall.

This is Ye Zhi, this is who she is.

Ye Zhi, the woman who was originally given to Prince Rui's mansion by the Imperial Concubine, has been keeping a close eye on Xie Jinshu's every move.

As Xie Jinshu stood up, she followed him silently, like a cat hiding in the shadows.

Recalling what happened earlier, after Su Lianxue listened to Su Liandan's complaints, she instructed He Qin: "Go and find out the truth about this matter."

After receiving the order, He Qin conducted a thorough investigation and finally discovered that Xie Jinshu had encountered Lin Yuexi and Ye Zhi that day.

Lin Yuexi and Ye Zhi turned pale with fright when they learned they were being investigated.

Lin Yuexi's eyes reddened, and her voice trembled with tears as she said, "Sister Heqin, you must speak up for us in front of the Princess! We were really just taking a walk in the garden that day, and we didn't intend to meet anyone. Later, when we heard that many talented men had come to the manor, we panicked and hurried back." She became more and more anxious as she spoke, and her words became incoherent. She didn't even know if she had explained herself clearly.

They now just hope to live peacefully in the Prince Rui's residence. The Princess usually takes good care of them, and they are very grateful. They feel that this kind of peaceful life is good enough, and they really don't want to get involved in any more trouble.

Seeing their reaction, He Qin gently comforted them, "Don't be afraid. I'm just asking about the situation as instructed by my master. Just tell me the truth."

After figuring out what had happened, He Qin quickly went back to report to Su Lianxue.

In fact, Su Lianxue had already made plans for Lin Yuexi and Ye Zhi, but she still needed to carefully consider how to arrange things before making a decision.

Su Lianxue's lips curled up slightly, a deep meaning flashing in her eyes, and she said slowly, "Go and call the two of them here. I have something to say to them."

"Yes." The servant acknowledged the order and left.

Lin Yuexi and Ye Zhi came to Su Lianxue together and knelt down with a thud, their voices trembling slightly: "Greetings to the Princess."

They were very nervous, their hands unconsciously clutching the hem of their clothes. "Get up, don't panic."

Su Lianxue smiled and said, "Actually, I've always had feelings for you two girls. A woman's youth passes quickly, so she still needs to find a good home and marry into a good family."

Upon hearing this, the two women were startled and exchanged glances, wondering why the princess had said such a thing. They felt as if the princess didn't want them to stay in the manor.

"Please, Your Highness, have mercy! We really didn't mean to meet that young master in the garden last time." They knelt down again in fear, their voices filled with pleading.

"Don't be so scared. I'm a woman too, and I know how hard it is for women."

Su Lianxue got up and walked to their side, gently helping them up. "I really want to ask what you think. If you have a family you like, I will prepare a generous dowry for you; if not, just stay in the manor. The Prince's manor will take care of you without any problem."

Hearing this, the two breathed a sigh of relief, their hearts filled with gratitude, and said together, "Thank you so much for your great kindness, Your Highness."

Su Lianxue told them these things and let them think about it themselves, without urging them.

Ye Zhi and Lin Yuexi lived in the same courtyard. They usually did needlework together and chatted when they had free time. It was nice to have each other for company.

Lin Yuexi couldn't help but ask, "Sister Ye, what do you think?"

"To be honest, Sister Lin, I really just want to stay in the manor; I have no other intentions."

Ye Zhi frowned, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes, "If I go somewhere else and the Imperial Concubine finds out, I don't know how she'll make things difficult for me."

Lin Yuexi felt a sense of helplessness after hearing Ye Zhi's words.

Fortunately, the Empress and the Princess Consort have a good relationship and will definitely not make things difficult for me. After all, I am now a member of the Prince Rui's household, and how to deal with me is naturally up to the Prince Rui's household.

But Ye Zhi's situation was different. People often came to her with messages, asking her to inquire about the daily lives of her masters.

His Highness is becoming increasingly lenient with them, and Ye Zhi has no desire to work for the Imperial Concubine anymore, but she is just a weak woman with little status, and often has no choice in the matter.

"Sister Lin, don't be troubled. A woman always has to get married, so you don't need to worry about me. You know from your time in the Prince's Mansion that no one will bully me."

Ye Zhi gently grasped Lin Yuexi's hand, her eyes full of sincerity. Lin Yuexi returned the grip, saying nothing more.

Later, they overheard about Su Niangzi's story and finally understood why He Qin had come to ask them.

Thinking of how the princess protected them, they were even more moved.

“Sister Lin, I have an idea.” Ye Zhi suddenly said, her eyes shining with determination. “I want to help Lady Su. I know that the Princess also feels sorry for her half-sister, so I also want to do my part to help the Princess share the burden.”

"What does this mean?" Lin Yuexi asked, looking puzzled.

"I will marry into the Xie family." Ye Zhi said with certainty, "With my abilities, I will definitely be able to help Madam Xie."

"But wouldn't your life be ruined if you met someone like that?" Lin Yuexi said with a worried expression, expressing her disapproval.

"What do you mean by ruin? With the Princess as my backer, I'll live a very comfortable life at the Xie residence and be able to do many meaningful things. It's a win-win situation. I'm not as weak as Madam Su. I will fight for myself."

After saying that, Ye Zhi smiled confidently. Seeing that she had made up her mind, Lin Yuexi didn't try to persuade her any further.