Jiaojiao is getting married, and the male leads fall for her and fight over her.

Chapter 138 I'll help my cousin get through this difficult time

After hearing Pei Nanzhou's advice, Shen Shuyi's anxiety finally subsided.

If she had known that Pei Nanzhou wouldn't come up with any good ideas, she shouldn't have had any expectations of him.

"If I were to follow my second cousin, I'd rather follow Prince Jin. At least Prince Jin is a member of the imperial family, right? What does my second cousin have? He's just idle at home. If he hadn't been born into a marquis's family, who would even give him a second glance? No matter how bad Prince Jin is, he's still a prince. What serious illness do I have that would make me abandon Prince Jin to become my second cousin's concubine?" Shen Shuyi said sarcastically.

I've never seen anyone so shameless. Why is she wasting her breath talking to him?

Pei Nanzhou remained calm and did not become angry: "I was just offering my cousin a way out. My intention was to help her. There's no need for you to be angry."

"Second cousin, you're overthinking it. This isn't about being embarrassed or angry; I simply can't stand your hypocritical behavior."

Shen Shuyi only knew that Pei Nanzhou was using this method to humiliate her, and since she and Pei Nanzhou couldn't see eye to eye, she gave him the order to leave: "A-Jian, see the guest out."

Pei Nanzhou wanted to persuade her further: "I truly believe that it would be better for my cousin to be Li Yi's concubine than Li Yi's..."

Shen Shuyi interrupted his self-righteousness again: "Second cousin has pointed me in the right direction. I suddenly remembered that fourth cousin said a few days ago that he wanted to marry me. If I don't want to be with Prince Jin, I can marry fourth cousin. Fourth cousin is a third-ranked scholar, handsome and talented, with a limitless future. In any case, fourth cousin is better than second cousin, right?"

There's more than one Pei Nanzhou in this world. Why is Pei Nanzhou acting like he's doing her a favor, as if she really has no way out?
She simply didn't want to get involved with any of the male leads, and she would absolutely never marry Pei Beizhou.

Pei Nanzhou's face darkened: "My cousin actually wants to bring disaster to Beizhou?!"

"That's strange. Doesn't Second Cousin think he's being hypocritical? Wasn't it Second Cousin who gave me the idea just now? So, Second Cousin and I aren't a menace, but Fourth Cousin and I are?" Shen Shuyi felt that saying another word to Pei Nanzhou was a waste of her breath.

"Second cousin is not welcome here. Don't come to Fusang Courtyard again!" Shen Shuyi said, turning her head and entering the house without looking back.

A-Jian was also very angry, because the second young master wanted to humiliate the girl by taking her as a concubine again, which was too annoying.

"Second Young Master, please!" she coldly ordered.

Pei Nanzhou stood up gracefully and said to A Jian, "You are my cousin's close attendant, you should advise her that following me will do her no harm."

A-Jian laughed in exasperation: "My young lady is a woman of her own mind, so there's no need for you, Second Young Master, to worry about her marriage. Besides, my young lady can only be a principal wife; she would never stoop to being a concubine."

Who exactly is the second young master humiliating?

Do you really think her daughter can't get over this hurdle?
“I only came up with this idea for my cousin’s own good. Besides, that fourth brother is a treacherous person. Even if my cousin desperately needs a man, Beizhou is definitely not a good match. That’s all I have to say. You should persuade your cousin.” Pei Nanzhou said, and walked away from Fusang Courtyard with elegant steps.

A-Jian couldn't help but spit at Pei Nanzhou's retreating figure. He was just crocodile tears; she'd be a fool to believe the Second Young Master's words.

Shen Shuyi lay on the bed, actually feeling that Pei Nanzhou's words made sense.

If she ended up with one of the male leads, even the most domineering Li Yi would have to give up. She thought Pei Xizhou was alright, but he usually treated her quite well, and besides, he still had his eye on "Su Su," so he probably wouldn't get involved with her.

Besides, Pei Xizhou treats her well, so she can't possibly go and harm Pei Xizhou, can she?

After her afternoon nap, she ran to the East Garden, hoping to see if Prince Pei had come up with any way to help her.

She arrived at a convenient time; she had just entered the hall when she saw Prince Pei emerging from his bedchamber. He wore a black robe with a cross-collar embroidered with cloud patterns, which somewhat toned down his gentle demeanor, making him appear rather cold and aloof.

This was the first time she had seen Prince Pei wear such a dark-colored robe, and she had to admit, it was a different kind of handsome.

"Sit down." Pei Dongzhou wasn't surprised to see Shen Shuyi. As soon as Shen Shuyi sat down, Pei Dongzhou brought over some snacks and placed them in front of her.

Shen Shuyi's eyes lit up: "Your Highness, do you still have some snacks here?"

She thought that Prince Pei didn't like to eat this kind of food.

Qingzhu glanced at her master from the side. Wasn't this specially prepared for the young lady? The young master never eats this stuff.

Miss Shen is truly capable, keeping the young master constantly on her side.

Shen Shuyi didn't stand on ceremony and ate several pastries before stopping when she felt they were too sweet. She then asked about the important matter: "Cousin Crown Prince, have you thought of any way to help me?"

She still trusted Prince Pei more. Firstly, he looked steady, and secondly, he was the eldest son in the family, and also the heir apparent. It seemed that even if he just stood there doing nothing, he was more reliable than the others.

"Not yet, cousin, have you thought of any ideas?" Pei Dongzhou poured Shen Shuyi a cup of tea. "Have some tea to cleanse your palate."

Shen Shuyi lowered her head and took a sip: "It's osmanthus tea, it's very delicious."

It's unbelievable that a man like Prince Pei would drink flower tea.

Seeing that she liked it, Pei Dongzhou poured her another cup.

Shen Shuyi continued to get down to business: "My second cousin came to see me today. Although what he said was unpleasant to hear, it wasn't entirely unreasonable."

"What did Nan Zhou say?" Pei Dongzhou raised an eyebrow.

"He said my cousins ​​would protect me, and even suggested I become his concubine. If I'm going to be the second cousin's concubine, I might as well marry the fourth cousin," Shen Shuyi said irritably.

Pei Dongzhou was a little surprised: "Nanzhou actually gave his cousin such a terrible idea?"

“Of course! I would never be any man’s concubine, not even if you killed me,” Shen Shuyi replied firmly.

Pei Dongzhou didn't reply, but just lowered his head and took a sip of tea.

Shen Shuyi thought that he didn't agree with his point of view because he didn't say anything.

"Does my cousin, the Crown Prince, disagree with my point of view?"

Pei Dongzhou smiled gently: "Cousin, you're overthinking it. I was just thinking about something. Perhaps Nanzhou's words make sense. The most important thing right now is to put an end to Prince Jin's feelings for you. Everything else is secondary."

"Your Highness also wants me to be your Second Cousin's concubine?" Shen Shuyi looked at Prince Pei in disbelief.

“No. I do think Nanzhou’s method is feasible, but Nanzhou has ill intentions towards my cousin, so she naturally cannot submit to him. Nanzhou’s words have enlightened me. Only if my cousin follows the Pei family’s son can we completely defeat Prince Jin. How about this, I will help my cousin get through this difficult time.” As Pei Dongzhou spoke, he poured Shen Shuyi another cup of osmanthus tea.

Shen Shuyi sat there dumbfounded, thinking that she must have misunderstood, and that this was not what she meant.

She asked cautiously, "My cousin, the Crown Prince, said he would help me through this difficult time. What does that mean?"

(End of this chapter)