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墨書 Inktalez
As Jiang Xi stepped into Ink Treasure Studio, she noticed the Shopkeeper introducing a inkstone to a customer.
She casually surveyed the surroundings, patiently waiting for her turn.
Outside the studio, a girl's surprised voice rang out, "Jiang Xi!"
Immediately, silence fell within Ink Treasure Studio. The Shopkeeper and the young gentleman interested in the inkstone turned to look, and Jiang Xi naturally followed suit. She saw a girl in a purple dress, her gaze mocking as she scrutinized her.
"Jiang Xi, aren't you supposed to be at Regent's Palace? What are you doing here? Did the Regent cast you out?"
Madam Jiang initially thought the girl was a friend of Jiang Xi's, but was taken aback by her rude words. Frowning, she asked, "Which family do you belong to? Why are you speaking so impolitely?"
Upon seeing Madam Jiang, the girl smirked mockingly and replied, "Oh, I wondered who it was. Isn't this the esteemed lady from the Chancellor's residence who comes from a merchant background? No wonder Jiang Xi is here. But it makes sense; a woman who has just lost her virtue and been abandoned needs her mother to dote on her more. Otherwise, who knows what she might do? Don't you think?"
The maidservants accompanying her nodded in agreement.
"The Princess is right."
The more Madam Jiang listened to the girl’s words, the more irritated she became. Just as she was about to argue back, Han Yue strode forward with an imposing demeanor, arms crossed over her chest. She raised her voice and said, "I wondered who was being so snide and obnoxious here. Turns out it's Princess Huai Ze. Are you feeling neglected lately? Seeing my lady being cared for has made you envious?"
The girl's face flushed red, her eyes wide with fury as she shouted, "Who do you think you are to lecture this Princess? Do you believe I won't tear your mouth apart?"
With that, she raised her hand to slap Han Yue's face.
In an instant, Han Yue seized her wrist and delivered a sharp slap across her face. The sound echoed through Ink Treasure Studio, leaving everyone stunned.
Just a moment ago, the Princess had been arrogantly threatening to tear apart the little maidservant's mouth; now she found herself on the receiving end of a merciless slap.
Everyone at Ink Treasure Studio was stunned. Baolan Princess covered her face in disbelief, "You actually dared to hit me?"
Han Yue leisurely flexed her wrist and sneered, "Let me introduce myself. My name is Han Yue, one of the elite guards of Regent's Palace. I am here under orders from my master to protect Miss Jiang Xi. Don't think that just hitting you is all I can do; if I were to kill you in the street, I assure you your parents wouldn't dare seek revenge from my master."
Princess Huai Ze visibly shrank back upon hearing, "I am Han Yue, one of the elite guards of Regent's Palace," her heart sinking as if she wished for death.
Han Yue took a step back and solemnly continued, "This young lady, Jiang Xi, is the mistress of Regent's Palace and the future Regent Consort, the apple of our lord's eye. My lord has specifically instructed that anyone who dares to be disrespectful to Miss Jiang Xi will bear the consequences, whether they end up dead or injured. Who dares to challenge that? Come and reason with my lord if you have any objections."
Madam Jiang turned to look at her daughter, wondering if the Regent truly said such things.
Jiang Xi felt a stir in her heart, not doubting Han Yue's words for a moment. After all, she knew well the depth of Fong Yang's affection for her; it was indeed something he would do.
At that moment, Han Yue exuded a powerful aura as she glared at Princess Huai Ze. "Try being disrespectful to my lady again!"
Princess Huai Ze didn't dare utter a single word in response; tears welled up in her eyes purely out of fear.
After a moment, Baolan Princess burst into tears, exclaiming, "I won't dare anymore! Is that enough?"
In a flurry, she fled, with her maidservants hurriedly following suit. No one at Ink Treasure Studio dared to say another word.
What had begun as a provocative farce ended before it even started, without any lingering hesitation.
Madam Jiang looked at Han Yue with admiration. "You really have an impressive presence."
Han Yue smiled brightly and slightly adjusted her posture. "Thank you for your kind words, Madam. Protecting the young lady is my duty."
Jiang Xi was about to ask Han Yue to tone it down when a familiar voice called out.
Turning her head, Jiang Xi saw Huo Xingwen rushing in.
She glanced at him indifferently, and the way she addressed him as "Young Master Huo" made his expression shift slightly. Why did it sound so distant?
He quickly resumed his act, looking sorrowful as he said, "Sister Xi, I have something to discuss with you. Can we find a place to talk privately?" It sounded as if he had been abandoned by someone.
Jiang Xi noticed that many people in Ink Treasure Studio were eavesdropping, so she decided to use this opportunity to strike back at Huo Xingwen. With a calm tone, she replied, "Young Master Huo, it's inappropriate for men and women to be too close, especially since we have already broken off our engagement. I do not wish to pursue the matter of Jiang Yue's attack on me any further. I hope Young Master Huo will not pressure me again."
The crowd immediately erupted in chatter; it turned out the rumors of their broken engagement were true.
From Lady Jiang's tone, could it be that Jiang Yue's assassination attempt was indeed instigated by Huo Xingwen?
Huo Xingwen frowned slightly, looking hurt as he gazed at Jiang Xi. "Sister Xi, what is wrong with you? After four years of feelings, you can just throw them away?"
Jiang Xi looked at the man before her, who was skilled in acting, thinking it was a shame he wasn't a performer. Wasn't it just acting? Who couldn't do a little of that?
She took two steps forward, a hint of bitterness on her face. "Huo Xingwen, I was young and ignorant before. Just forget about me; we really aren't suited for each other."
Huo Xingwen looked deeply affectionate and reached out to grab Jiang Xi's hand, but she deftly evaded him.
"Sister Xi, but I only love you. My heart beats only for you. Without you, I don't know how I can live."
Jiang Xi lowered her gaze, her tone filled with melancholy. "Without me, don't you still have Jiang Yue? She said she is already pregnant with your child and hopes you will treat her well in the future."
The crowd gasped, their eyes suddenly ablaze with interest. What explosive news! Jiang Yue was pregnant with Huo Xingwen's child? Was this still the same gentleman they thought he was?
Huo Xingwen felt his face flush under the scrutiny of the onlookers, utterly embarrassed. He stammered, "Sister Xi, how can you say such things?"
Jiang Xi smiled faintly. "Am I speaking nonsense? You and Jiang Yue know best whether she is carrying your child. If you don’t believe me, you can ask a doctor to check her pulse. Oh, by the way, Jiang Yue injured me at Regent's Palace and then was hurt by the prince. I can't be sure if the child is safe; you should go back and see how she is doing. She shouldn't be alone."
A tightness gripped Huo Xingwen's heart. He had already been intimate with Jiang Yue recently, and he genuinely worried about the child in her womb. Gritting his teeth awkwardly, he said, "Sister Xi, it's true that I like you, and you clearly have feelings for me too. Please reconsider the annulment of our engagement. I must take my leave now."
Without waiting for Jiang Xi's response, he hurried away.
The onlookers exchanged glances, puzzled by Huo Xingwen's sudden departure. Could it be true that Second Lady Jiang was really pregnant?
He was indeed straddling two boats; appearances could be deceiving. He professed his affection for Lady Jiang, yet upon hearing that Second Lady Jiang was expecting a child, he rushed back as if to confirm the truth of her pregnancy.
Jiang Xi scoffed inwardly. With so many witnesses present, what had just transpired would soon spread through the streets.
Wasn't Huo Xingwen always claiming to be deeply affectionate? Didn't he pride himself on being a gentleman?
Now it would be interesting to see what choice he would make when he realized that Jiang Yue could no longer enter Feng Yang and could not become the legitimate Second Young Lady of the Jiang Family.
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