The abstinent and powerful minister is cold and aloof during the day, but he adores her in his dream

Chapter 177 Zhiwan should finally give up now, right?

“Aunt, actually I think Bai Yi… is not bad either,” Zhi Wan said shyly.

Wei was taken aback, and then remembered Bai Yi, who had been left out in the cold.

Yes, how could she not have thought of that?
Although Bai Yi wasn't as good-looking as Shen Longjin, he wasn't ugly either. Moreover, he was down-to-earth and hardworking. When it comes to living a simple life, it's best to be honest and simple.

Thinking of this, she perked up again and praised, "Wan'er is the best at coming up with ideas."

Chen Jiu, standing to the side, listened intently to their conversation.

Hearing that they had set their sights on Bai Yi again, my eyelids twitched.

They finally managed to lure Princess Chang Le away and get rid of Shen Longjin, but they forgot about Bai Yi.

Who would have thought that Miss Cousin would be interested in a rough man like Bai Yi?
If it really works out, wouldn't it be like a beautiful flower stuck in cow dung?
No, no, if it really happens, he will be torn into eight pieces by the Crown Prince and thrown into the river to feed the fish!

How to do?
Just as he was feeling troubled, he saw Dongxiang, who had gone to relieve herself, return.

They were in the second-floor stands.

This area had been reserved by him in advance because his wife and cousin wanted to watch the play, so all the people sitting there were from the Duke of Dingguo's mansion. Shen Longjin and Bai Yi, who were invited by Madam Wei, were also sitting in this area. To avoid suspicion, the two were arranged to sit a little further away, closer to the entrance.

Therefore, Dongxiang had to pass by Baiyi's seat to get in.

Chen Jiu immediately had an idea.

He quietly took a peanut from the table and held it in his hand.

Just as Dongxiang passed by Baiyi's seat, he immediately flicked a peanut, hitting Dongxiang's knee squarely.

"what!"

Dongxiang cried out in pain, and because she lost her balance, she fell directly towards Baiyi.

Bai Yi, who was engrossed in watching the play, was left bewildered when he was hit.

"I'm sorry..." Dongxiang hurriedly climbed out of his arms.

Bai Yi realized what was happening, and his face turned a deep purplish-red.

He quickly waved his hand, "No, it's alright, young lady, are you alright?"

Dongxiang, who was initially a little embarrassed, couldn't help but chuckle when she saw that he was even more nervous than she was.

She shook her head, blushed, and ran back to Zhiwan's side.

The commotion just now was quite significant, and Zhiwan and the others naturally saw it.

When Granny Fang saw Dongxiang run back with a flushed face, she frowned and scolded, "Do you know what you're doing?"

The blush on Dongxiang's face faded completely, and she knelt down with a thud. "It was this servant who lost her sense of propriety. Please punish me, Granny Fang."

Granny Fang was furious.

She had heard everything that the young lady and the lady had said.

The young lady meant that she wanted to find a husband for Bai Yi.

But Dongxiang had just fallen into Baiyi's arms without any problems.

What is she trying to do?
“Granny Fang, it is…” Zhiwan didn’t think it was a big deal and was about to plead for Dongxiang, but before she could finish speaking, Baiyi hurriedly walked over and knelt on one knee, saying, “Madam Lu, Miss Lu, this girl was just careless and fell on me. Please, Madam and Miss, do not punish this girl.”

"Bai Yi, it's nothing serious. Go back and sit down. Dongxiang won't be punished," Madam Wei said, but her expression was somewhat indifferent.

"Thank you, Madam Lu." Bai Yi breathed a sigh of relief. Seeing that Dongxiang was still kneeling, he wanted to say something, but in the end, he scratched his head and left, looking back every few steps.

"Dongxiang, get up," Zhiwan said.

"Thank you, Madam and Miss." Dongxiang stood up with a heavy heart. It seemed that Granny Fang had misunderstood her mistake of accidentally falling on Bai Yi, thinking that she did it on purpose.

Do you and your cousin think so too?
Dongxiang became increasingly flustered as she thought about it. She wanted to explain herself, but she didn't know what to say.

At that moment, it seemed like something hit her knee, and it hurt a lot, which is why she lost her balance and fell onto Bai Yi.

Chen Jiu was afraid that she might say something that would arouse the suspicion of his cousin, so he quickly said, "Dongxiang, the play is almost over. You should go and wait outside first."

Seeing that Zhiwan didn't say anything, Dongxiang nodded and left.

As soon as she left, Chen Jiu quietly walked up behind Bai Yi and whispered, "Brother Bai Yi, Dongxiang is waiting for you outside Qingyin Pavilion."

Bai Yi was still feeling uneasy about what had just happened. Upon hearing this, he looked at him in surprise, wanting to ask why, but saw him leave in a hurry.

Bai Yi thought for a moment, then went downstairs to look for Dongxiang outside the door.

Fang Mama witnessed the two leaving one after the other.

She quietly followed them.

Sure enough, the two men were standing outside the door talking, both with smiles on their faces.

Seeing this, Granny Fang was furious. She didn't go any closer and went back upstairs to tell Madam Wei and Zhiwan what she had seen.

Upon hearing this, Madam Wei was quite displeased. Fearing that Zhiwan would be upset, she gently comforted her, saying, "I don't think Bai Yi is any good either. Your aunt will find you someone else."

Zhiwan sighed and nodded, "I'll listen to my aunt." She felt a little strange; how could things have happened so coincidentally?

Not only did Princess Chang Le take a liking to Shen Longjin, but Bai Yi also fell for Dongxiang.

Seeing that she was not unhappy, Madam Wei breathed a sigh of relief and said to Granny Fang, "Dongxiang can't stay any longer. Since she and Bai Yi have taken a liking to each other, and considering that she has been loyal all these years, let's marry her off to Bai Yi."

"Yes," Granny Fang replied, turning her head and nearly bumping into Chen Jiu.

"Chen Jiu, why are you getting so close?" Granny Fang said irritably.

Chen Jiu grinned, "Wasn't it because the show was so captivating that I couldn't help but get engrossed? Before I knew it, I had taken a few steps forward. I didn't bump into you, did I?"

Granny Fang rolled her eyes at him and scolded him in a low voice, "I brought you here to protect Madam and Miss Cousin, not to watch a play."

"I understand." Chen Jiu lowered his head, looking as if he knew he was wrong.

Granny Fang shook her head.

As she turned around, Chen Jiu's face revealed a triumphant expression.

He's really clever; he easily got Bai Yi and Dong Xiang together. Now, Miss Biao should give up, right?
He did such a good job, I wonder if the Crown Prince will reward him?

Chen Jiu was secretly delighted.

After watching the play, the group left Qingyin Pavilion.

Watching Princess Chang Le walk ahead, Shen Longjin breathed a sigh of relief and turned to Zhi Wan, saying, "Miss Lu, this humble servant..."

“Young Master Shen, my surname is not Lu, it is Zhi.” Zhi Wan interrupted him, saying meaningfully, “If Young Master Shen ever rises to prominence, please don’t forget about me and your aunt.”

Shen Longjin was taken aback, not understanding what she was talking about, when he heard Princess Chang Le's voice coming from ahead, "Shen Longjin, come with me."

Bai Yi nudged him and said in a low voice, "Good brother, go quickly. If you become rich and powerful, don't forget me!"

Shen Longjin stumbled from the push, his brows furrowing.

When he reached Princess Chang Le, he bowed deeply and said, "Your Highness, I am but a lowly man and dare not disrespect you. I beg Your Highness to rescind your order!"

(End of this chapter)