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Chapter 138 Sleeping
Qin Su's words shocked and bewildered Murong Jing, who looked rather pitiful.

Unfortunately, she doesn't sympathize with scumbags.

Now you know you regret it? What were you doing before?
Chunfeng, standing to the side, was equally shocked and speechless. "Wait, is Miss Qin really that brave? Is it appropriate to say these things in front of outsiders?"
That very night, their conversation reached the palace, but no one knows how the other person reacted upon hearing it.

It took Murong Jing a while to recover from the shock, and he couldn't help but ask, "Who was that person?"

Qin Su didn't answer directly, but instead lowered her head shyly, which made him feel even colder.

What would you like, Miss?

Chunfeng had been watching Qin Su's reaction closely, and seeing that she seemed to have something to say, she couldn't help but ask.

Murong Jing also looked over.

Qin Su spoke, her voice still somewhat weak: "I'm a little thirsty..."

"This servant will go and pour tea for Miss right away."

Chunfeng, unsuspecting, turned around and went to pour tea.

Murong Jing's heart sank to the bottom again, his handsome face showing obvious disappointment. But at that moment, the girl suddenly leaned closer to him:

"I want to go out, can Brother Murong help me?"

Murong Jing's heart was racing as the girl approached, but his enthusiasm cooled after hearing what she said.

"why?"

He asked instinctively, only to find that the girl had lowered her head again. Her expression seemed to say nothing, yet it said everything.

Why did she still want to go out even though she was sick, and even went so far as to ask him, an "outsider," for help?
There's only one reason: the one she "likes" is right outside!

The man's eyes blazed with a cannibalistic rage, a fury that seemed poised to consume him.

This intense emotion came on so fiercely that he himself didn't know where it came from.

Not daring to delve into the reasons, he could only forcefully attribute it to "some bastard seducing the little sister he had taken care of for many years while he was away," which was the anger from the older brother.

He was trying to convince himself when his sleeve was gently tugged, and a girl's soft, pleading voice came from inside: "Please? Brother Murong, help me..."

Murong Jing opened his mouth, but found himself unable to speak.

To refuse or to agree?

He didn't seem to want to choose either one.

Why choose?
How could Sangsang do this? How could she...?

Qin Su suddenly withdrew her hand and returned to her quiet and obedient demeanor. Murong Jing was puzzled when he saw the maid return, carrying a cup of tea.

"Miss, have some water to soothe your throat."

The girl took it and whispered "thank you".

Murong Jing observed this, and what he had initially sensed was amiss suddenly clicked into place—

Ah, so this girl was sent to spy on Sangsang?

She didn't keep her on purpose, she just couldn't!

It was because of this thought that Murong Jing suddenly realized something even more important—

The person Sangsang likes is definitely not the Crown Prince. If he were, she wouldn't need to beg him at all.

He is not the crown prince.

Not the Crown Prince...

This "truth" suddenly made him feel relieved.

If she liked the "Crown Prince," he might not be able to do anything; the mere fact that he was in a position of power would prevent him from competing... No, it's not about competing, it's about protecting her.

If he were the crown prince, his power would be very limited.

But if it weren't for the Crown Prince, but just anyone outside, he could protect her.

Men's thoughts are too easy to guess; they're all written on their faces.

Even Chunfeng was amazed: she had only gone to pour a glass of water, how could this young master have made her so happy? So, does Miss Sangsang have someone she likes, or what is it that makes him so happy?
Unaware of the maid's thoughts, Murong Jing looked at Qin Su with tenderness: "Sang Sang, take good care of yourself. In a few days when you're better, I'll take you to see the lanterns."

This gaze made Chunfeng feel that it was a bit too much. Would an "older brother" look at his younger sister like that?

Besides, if Miss Sangsang really wanted to go, it wouldn't be his place to accompany her!
The little girl instinctively wanted to nod, but then suddenly remembered something, and her movements froze. The smile that had just appeared on her face also dimmed.
"Brother Murong, you don't need to say that to coax me. You'll definitely be busy taking care of my sister at that time."

Murong Jing knew these words were meant for the spy beside him, but the girl's dejected look still pained him, and he instinctively wanted to pledge his loyalty: "No, I will definitely stay with you, I swear..."

"Miss, it's time to take your medicine."

Spring Breeze couldn't stand it any longer and interrupted.

Do you even remember there was a third person there? And who do you think you are, daring to swear an oath to that young girl? Are you alright?

Qin Su was stunned for a moment, then looked at Murong Jing. Although she didn't say anything, the expectation in her eyes made Murong Jing feel inexplicably sad.

He suppressed his emotions and spoke softly.

"Sangsang, take your medicine and rest well. Brother Murong is going back first."
-
His Highness the Crown Prince disliked being held hostage by his emotions, so he came to the side hall of the East Palace for the first time.

The concubines who lived here were prepared for the crown prince, but he had never been interested in them over the years.

This news stunned Eunuch Li, but excited the concubines who received it.

Of course, not everyone has the opportunity to meet His Highness the Crown Prince.

Ultimately, it was Eunuch Li who made the decision to select several beauties with different looks and temperaments.

Some are as vibrant and alluring as peonies, others as fresh and gentle as lilies, and still others as delicate and exquisite as lilacs…

One of them was particularly striking; her appearance bore a striking resemblance to Miss Sangsang, who had once lived in the Eastern Palace for a period of time…

Choosing her was a decision made by Eunuch Li after careful consideration.

His Highness's decision to select concubines is a major event. Now that we've started, we can't be perfunctory. The news may have already reached His Majesty's ears.

If he causes any problems because of his personal motives, His Majesty will not let him off the hook.

As expected, the final result proved that Eunuch Li's approach was correct.

When a row of beauties, each with their own unique charm, stood in the main hall, His Highness walked around them and finally stopped at—

“You, lift your head.”

When the lazy, pleasant male voice rang out in front of her, the girl's slender body trembled uncontrollably, unable to believe that such a stroke of good fortune would befall her.

When she raised her head, revealing a somewhat familiar face, a strange light flashed in the man's eyes.

Just as Eunuch Li was hesitating about whether he had made a mistake, he saw His Highness the Crown Prince turn and leave, leaving behind the words, "Let it be her." In just a few words, some were happy and some were sad.

Eunuch Li was also taken aback for a moment, then stepped forward: "Miss Iris, please come with me."

Iris's heart skipped a beat, unable to believe that such good fortune had befallen her, and she hurriedly nodded: "Yes."

Eunuch Li was also taken aback and couldn't help but look at her a few more times.

Even their voices are somewhat similar; this girl is quite lucky.

Of course, even if there are other thoughts in one's mind.

For example: Why choose a stand-in when there is a real person present?
But he didn't dare ask the Crown Prince.
-
Chunfeng noticed that since that young master left, although Miss Sangsang hadn't said anything, she had been frequently looking outside these past few days, as if she was waiting for someone.

She couldn't help but speak up: "Miss, please feel free to tell me if you have any instructions."

She simply shook her head, her face clearly showing that she wanted to say something but couldn't.

Five days passed before she finally spoke up: "Brother Murong, has he come over?"

This short sentence left Chunfeng stunned and filled with doubt:
She always thought that the person Miss Sangsang "liked" was the Crown Prince, but it turned out that it was actually the heir of the Duke of Jin.
She would never know the answer, of course, and could only tell Qin Su, "Miss, I haven't been here."

Sure enough, after saying that, the girl's eyes visibly showed disappointment.

spring breeze:!!!
This is really different from what she had expected!
-
Meanwhile, Qin Qionghua finally came to "visit" her sister again.

However, compared to the previous time, she made a great show of respect this time, bringing a lot of good stuff with her.

They did manage to meet Qin Su, but just like Murong Jing, there was another eyesore in the room—

"What's wrong? Can't I even order my sister's maid around anymore?"

She tried to get Chunfeng out, but the girl seemed to have her feet stuck there, ignoring her words.

Qin Su paused for a moment, then said softly, "You can go out now. My sister and I have something to talk about."

That being said, anyone with eyes could tell that she was forced.

Chunfeng still didn't want to leave, but since she couldn't reveal her identity yet, she had no choice but to retreat after her mistress spoke.

But as soon as he stepped out, he was bumped hard: "You dog servant, you don't even know who your master is."

It's Hongxing, supposedly the young lady's most favored maid.

A flash of anger crossed Chunfeng's eyes. Just as she was about to say something, Hongxing ordered her imperiously, "What are you still standing here for? Don't you know to go and pour tea for the young lady?"

Chunfeng suppressed the anger in her heart: "I'll go right away."

Like owner, like dog. That young lady in the story would never look so gentle and virtuous.
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"Is your sister feeling any better?"

Qin Qionghua tried to appear concerned, but couldn't hide the genuine jealousy in her eyes: "I heard that the medicine you've been taking these past few days has been sent from the palace. You really are..."

However, before she could finish speaking, the girl's words disrupted her thoughts:

"Sister, how is Brother Murong doing lately?"

Qin Qionghua was clearly taken aback, but seeing the concern welling up in the girl's eyes, she belatedly asked, "What?"

Qin Su lived up to expectations: "He said he was going to come see me in the next couple of days, but it's been several days now... Sister, is he alright?"

For some reason, Qin Qionghua felt a surge of excitement and surprise, almost causing her to lose control of her expression: "You care about him? You want to know about him?"

The question startled the girl, a hint of confusion flashing across her pale, delicate face: "Can't I care about him...?"

"of course not!"

Qin Qionghua interrupted her almost excitedly, even forgetting the injury on her hand, and took Qin Su's hand:

"On his way back after seeing you, the young master tripped and fell off the carriage, injuring his other leg..."

Qin Su's mouth opened slightly, and her surprised expression was genuine.

"How, how could this happen?"

She looked shocked: "It can't be... because of me, can it?"

Qin Qionghua's heart skipped a beat. Just as she was about to ask, "Because of what?", she heard the girl's self-reproachful words: "If it weren't for coming to see me, Brother Murong wouldn't have had to go out, and he wouldn't have gotten hurt. It's all my fault..."

She lowered her head, her eyes reddening.

If she had acted like this in the past, Qin Qionghua would have thought she was hypocritical and pretentious. But this time, instead of being angry, she was so happy that she couldn't explain why: "Are you very worried about him?"

The girl stopped being sad, glanced at her quickly, and everything was understood without a word.

Qin Qionghua's hand on her shoulder trembled slightly with excitement: "Do you want to go see him?"

Qin Su was stunned for a moment: "I...of course..."

Then, as if remembering something, she shut her mouth again and quietly shook her head: "Brother Murong is injured, so he probably wants Second Sister to visit him the most. I don't need to."

As he spoke, he gave a heartbreaking, bitter smile.

In the past, Qin Qionghua would have been smug upon hearing this, but now she was somewhat anxious: "What are you saying? The young master was injured because of you, and you don't even want to look at him?"

"Do you know how thin he's become these past few days because of you? I almost didn't recognize him. Don't you know how good he was to you? And now? You won't even look at him?"

The accusatory words were a classic example of PUA (Pick-Up Artist) tactics, making the already sick and weak girl blush with anxiety: "I, I, I didn't, I just..."

However, she wouldn't listen to her explanation and suddenly stood up: "Fine, just consider it that the prince spoiled you for nothing."

As she spoke, she made a move to leave, but the girl behind her finally couldn't help but grab her skirt: "Second sister, don't go! I want to see him! But I can't get out!"

As she spoke, the girl cried sadly, while the "second sister" she was holding secretly curled up the corners of her mouth.

The system was absolutely blown away; its host's acting skills and intelligence were truly...

I wonder what the female supporting character's expression would be if she found out that all her plans were actually induced and pushed forward by the host, and that she would eventually become a pawn in her game, yet she was still so smug and thought she had the upper hand.

"Can't we get out?" Qin Qionghua asked in confusion, helping the girl back onto the bed. "Why?"

Qin Su could only smile wryly: "Of course it's because..."

She glanced at the door, her expression incredibly bitter.

Qin Qionghua gradually became excited: "What's so difficult about that? If you really want to go, I'll help you..."

After the two of them finalized their plans to leave the manor, Qin Qionghua left happily. Qin Su then wiped away her tears and lay back down on the bedside table, a cool and aloof smile on her delicate and pretty face: "I told you, there are a lot of 'good people' in this manor."

System: Redefining "good person".

When Chunfeng came in and saw that she was crying again, she felt a surge of resentment.

Having spent the last few days together, she had come to understand the young lady's gentle and innocent personality quite well.

Even though Miss Sang Sang doesn't fight for anything anymore, why are there still so many bad people bullying her?
It's simply too much!