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"What nonsense are you talking about?"

Chen Che kept a close eye on Xie Jinghan. After Wen Yitong said those words, he noticed that Xie Jinghan slowed down. Even the guard next to Xie Jinghan glanced at him and Wen Yitong a few more times.

I'm afraid that Wen Yitong's rumors have already reached Xie Jinghan's ears.

Chen Che was still thinking that even if he failed the imperial examination this spring, he could at least find a job in the government office with his status as a Juren (a successful candidate in the provincial civil service examination) and his relationship with Prince Jing.

Unfortunately, that fool Wen Yitong had the audacity to talk about the cabinet.

Is a place like the cabinet even a place he can enter?

Although Chen Che had a high opinion of himself, he did not dare to put himself in such a high position.

Seeing that Wen Yitong was about to continue speaking, he immediately shook off her hand: "Today, the Prince and Princess have come to visit. As the hostess, instead of properly entertaining your distinguished guests, what nonsense are you spouting?"

His voice was sharp, and his tone was full of reprimand.

Wen Yitong's presence truly embarrassed him.

They are both from noble families, and Wen Yitong even has a better reputation in the capital, so how come... how come she is not even half as sensible as Wen Shuyao?

In the sunlight, Wen Shuyao's tall figure appeared even more slender and graceful. Just as her name suggests, Wen Shuyao was perfect from head to toe.

Even knowing that Wen Shuyao was not favored, he was still willing to marry her just because he thought of her face.

Rather...

He just had to marry a fool like Wen Yitong!

He gritted his teeth and looked at Wen Yitong: "Hurry up and entertain our distinguished guest!"

He truly didn't want to see that stupid woman, Wen Yitong, anymore.

Wen Yitong has always harbored immense hostility towards Wen Shuyao, especially after learning that Chen Che and Wen Shuyao were extremely loving in their past lives, she became even more wary of the two of them.

Even though they had both married each other and there was no possibility of anything happening between them, she still couldn't help but wonder if Chen Che had any feelings for Wen Shuyao.

She would never have missed Chen Che's quick glance just now.

Wen Yitong was seething with hatred, but she couldn't express her bitterness at the moment.

After a moment, she said coldly, "Nothing in the manor is fit for a refined meal. It would be best to invite our distinguished guest back to Spring Water Manor for lunch."

"Wang Po!" Chen Che was furious and unwilling to say another word to Wen Yitong. He went straight to Wang Po, the person in charge of the estate, and gave her instructions.

Wen Yitong was furious. Seeing that he didn't care about her feelings, she increasingly connected all of this with Wen Shuyao.

"He's still got feelings for Wen Shuyao!" Wen Yitong said through gritted teeth. "He still has feelings for Wen Shuyao!"

Upon hearing this, Ruyi couldn't help but widen her eyes: "Miss, how come I didn't notice?"

How could a womanizer like Chen Che fall deeply in love with one woman? Wen Yitong must have been so angry that she lost her mind.

If she can see it clearly, how could Wen Yitong not see it clearly?

To prevent Wen Yitong from saying anything more shocking, she quickly said, "Before the engagement, the young lady and the young master could be counted on one hand the number of times they met. How could the young master have fallen deeply in love with her?"

“If he were truly deeply in love, why would he have so readily agreed to marry you, Miss?” Ruyi said earnestly. “Miss, please don’t overthink it. The most important thing right now is to get rid of them.”

If Wen Shuyao and Xie Jinghan don't leave soon, Wen Yitong will go crazy and she won't be able to stop her.

If she can't stop Wen Yitong and she causes trouble, she will suffer the consequences as well.

The maids who served Wen Yitong before have all passed away.

Wen Yitong's eyes were bloodshot, and she couldn't hear a word Ruyi said.

Fortunately, it was Ruyi's last words that grasped her key point.

"The Prince Jing's mansion is very powerful. If we anger the prince... what will happen to the son-in-law's future?"

Upon hearing this, Wen Yitong truly calmed down.

yes……

As Wen Yitong thought to herself, her emotions gradually calmed down.

She would never let Wen Shuyao jeopardize her future good life.

Wen Yitong closed her eyes and gave Wang Pozi a few more instructions.

Seeing that she had changed her mind, Chen Che breathed a sigh of relief, but his heart was also in his throat again.

She's suddenly changed her personality; I'm afraid Wen Yitong is up to something again.

He rubbed his temples, secretly observing Wen Yitong's every move.

Wen Shuyao also noticed Wen Yitong out of the corner of her eye. She found it amusing to see Wen Yitong's expression changing from pale to purple and revealing her resentment.

In her past life, Chen Che was indeed incredibly successful, but who knew the hardships she endured?

How could a good-for-nothing like Chen Che have entered the cabinet and become prime minister if it weren't for her hard work?

Without her in this life, Chen Che passing the imperial examination would be incredibly lucky.

On what basis does Wen Yitong believe that Chen Che, a man who frequents brothels and whose body is drained by women, could possibly become a third-ranked scholar in the imperial examination?

"Be careful."

A deep male voice came from beside her. Before Wen Shuyao could react, she fell into a broad embrace.

She paused, then met Xie Jinghan's gaze.

Xie Jinghan said, "Be careful."

Even so, Wen Shuyao still keenly noticed Xie Jinghan's unusual behavior.

She looked up and instinctively glanced behind her.

Wen Yitong was pulling Chen Che along, looking at her defiantly.

She was speechless for a moment, not knowing the purpose of Wen Yitong's actions.

But when Wen Yitong moved to her waist where she was touching Xie Jinghan, she immediately understood.

Wen Shuyao chuckled softly, her smile growing even brighter in her eyes.

So it turns out Wen Yitong still cares about this.

Under Wen Yitong's gaze, she took Xie Jinghan's hand.

Xie Jinghan felt a soft touch in his palm; Wen Shuyao's hand was intertwined with his.

The two had been much closer before; just a moment ago, Wen Shuyao was still in his arms, but Xie Jinghan had never felt anything like this before.

The bright sunlight shone down, and the two looked so well-matched, like a divine couple.

Seeing this, Wen Yitong clenched her teeth in anger.

She was not to be outdone and grasped Chen Che's hand in return.

However, Wen Shuyao didn't even glance at her, and walked forward hand in hand with Xie Jinghan.

"Thank you, Your Highness," Wen Shuyao said softly, lowering her voice.

Xie Jinghan lowered his eyes and saw that her eyes were as bright as stars, and the corners of his lips unconsciously turned up.

“We are husband and wife.” Xie Jinghan said softly in return.

What's wrong with a husband and wife shaking hands?

Wen Shuyao chuckled softly, feeling quite pleased.

Wen Yitong definitely has poor taste; she gave up such a good husband and actually fell for Chen Che.

In high spirits, she took Xie Jinghan's hand and walked slowly forward.

Granny Qi stared at the two people's hands, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up.

"Granny, please be careful," Si Qing said in a low voice. "Didn't you see that Miss Wen behind you? Her eyes are practically bulging out of their sockets."

Upon hearing this, Granny Qi rolled her eyes: "It's time to let her know how much my prince dotes on her!"