Chapter 194: Chapter 137: Jun Moling Was Frightened

Lin Xuening looked at the sleeping Lan Jue, her fingers turning pale from the force of her grip.

She bit her lip gently, slowly got out of bed, and began searching around.

There was nothing in the wardrobe, she searched every possible place she could think of, but found nothing.

Her lips pressed into a straight line, and at this moment, a strong sense of grievance surged like a tide in her heart.

She had chosen her husband with determination, knowing all along that his heart belonged to someone else.

Moreover, Lan Jue had never deceived her about this matter.

Yet at this time, she would rather he hadn’t been so honest, even if it was all just a lie.

In a state of dejection, she sat back on the bed draped in red sheets, the words “Shen Ruoxi” seemed like a shadow, likely to linger in her marriage for a long time.

She even suspected that Lan Jue’s drunkenness today was all because of Shen Ruoxi, drowning himself in alcohol to escape their nuptial night.

Despite feeling wronged, she still took a deep breath and got back into bed.

She kept reminding herself to adjust her state of mind, after all, this man was now married to her, and everything was a done deal. She believed she could win his heart.

Meanwhile, as Shen Ruoxi returned to the Shen Mansion from the south side of the Prince Mansion, she was immediately surrounded by the Yang Family and Zou Family, urgently asking what had happened.

No matter how low Cheng Caiyun might fall, it was impossible for her to engage in such immoral acts with her guard in such a filthy place; there had to be more to the story.

Without concealing anything, Shen Ruoxi recounted how Cheng Caiyun had tried to set her and Lan Jue up, only to end up being trapped with her guard instead.

The Yang Family and Zou Family broke out in cold sweat upon hearing this, feeling that Cheng Caiyun had already gone completely mad.

Zou Family was particularly apprehensive, worriedly saying, “Ruoxi, this all started because of Fifth Sister-in-law; who would have thought she could be so insane.

Now that her scandal has been exposed, I’m afraid she will stop at nothing and become even more crazily vindictive against us.”

Shen Ruoxi seemed unconcerned, replied with determination, “She brought this upon herself, and I merely fought fire with fire this time.

If she continues to be unruly, she will have to face my ruthless reprisal.”

Yang Family’s eyes turned cold, her voice sharp, “Ruoxi, you shouldn’t have any concerns from now on. If she dares harm you again, Big Sister-in-law will support you in punishing her severely, as keeping such a venomous woman will only become a disaster.”

Zou Family slightly frowned, “After all, she is the Eldest Princess’s daughter, related to Prince Zhan; breaking relations with them…?”

Zou Family didn’t continue, but Shen Ruoxi understood her meaning; it was precisely because of this connection to Jun Moling that she spared Cheng Caiyun this time.

But if it happened again, she definitely wouldn’t be merciful.

“Ruoxi, Big Sister-in-law supports you. You can do as you see fit without fear in the future.”

Yang Family spoke with a face full of anger.

To dare bully the Shen Family like this, did they really think there was no one left in the Shen Family?

Shen Ruoxi felt a surge of warmth in her heart, “Big Sister-in-law, Fifth Sister-in-law, don’t worry, if she doesn’t wise up, I certainly won’t hold back.”

“Being cautious never hurts.” Zou Family reminded.

Shen Ruoxi nodded, “Understood, it’s getting late, you should get some rest!”

The Yang Family and Zou Family nodded.

As Shen Ruoxi lay down in her room, she heard that familiar sound of tapping on the window.

With resignation, she got up to open the window, only to see a figure leap inside — it was Jun Moling.

Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but be speechless, “Prince, didn’t we agree not to climb through the window again?”

Before she finished speaking, she found herself enveloped in a warm embrace.

Jun Moling’s body was slightly trembling, “Ruoxi, are you alright?”

Shen Ruoxi was momentarily stunned, then quickly realized he already knew about today’s events.

“How did you find out?”

Shen Ruoxi gently patted his shoulder, and at this moment, she genuinely felt that Jun Moling might have some affection for her.

It turned out that since the seating for men and women was separated, and Jun Moling arrived late, he wasn’t aware of the sordid affair between Cheng Caiyun and her guard.

After the banquet ended, various rumors began to spread.

Someone mentioned seeing something illicit, and at first, everyone thought the people inside the room were the bridegroom and Shen Ruoxi, as it was no secret in Capital City that Lan Jue liked Shen Ruoxi.

Although it turned out not to be them, Jun Moling was dumbstruck when he heard.

In a rush to inquire, the person didn’t dare omit anything, not only embellishing what happened but also mentioning how the Princess Consort was almost scared limp.

Jun Moling had never felt such torment before; he immediately had someone investigate upon returning to the Prince Mansion, and what they found was quite something!

Cheng Caiyun and her guard were first locked inside by servants, after which various ladies entered.

Marquis Fu’s wife had to watch helplessly as her daughter-in-law engaged in disgraceful acts with another man, making it truly explosive news.

How could Jun Moling be such a fool? How could Cheng Caiyun be stupid enough to engage in an illicit act with the guard during someone else’s wedding?

That was absolutely impossible.

But upon careful thought, the real targets of the villainous scheme were Lan Jue and Shen Ruoxi, the eventual outcome just ended up unexpectedly involving others.

In a state of anxiety, he thought time had never passed so slowly, as if night would never come.

The inner turmoil nearly made him lose control, wanting to storm into the Shen Mansion heedlessly, but in the end, he held back with a shred of remaining rationality.

Eventually, as night slowly fell, he couldn’t wait any longer and swiftly headed toward the Shen Mansion.

When the beauty was in his arms, his hanging heart still couldn’t fully settle, still haunted by unease.

“I heard about those things, Ruoxi, are you okay?” he anxiously said.

As soon as he finished speaking, he released his embrace and carefully examined her from head to toe, ensuring she was indeed safe and sound before tightly pulling her back into his arms.

That hug, as if trying to fuse her into his body.

“Alright, Prince, come over here to talk.” Shen Ruoxi softly consoled.

Jun Moling was reluctant to let her go, wishing he could hold her like this forever.

But he still tightened his hold for a moment, then released her as she said, and sat holding her hand on the edge of her bed.

“What on earth happened?” Jun Moling frowned, impatiently eager to understand the story behind the events.

Shen Ruoxi slowly recounted the events as they transpired, while Jun Moling’s expression grew increasingly pale, unsure if it was due to lingering fear or anger, cold sweat formed in his palms, while his eyes were exceptionally icy.

Cheng Caiyun, for the sake of her being his cousin, he had been tolerant many times, but never expected her to be so ruthless, almost disregarding Jun Moling entirely.

Feeling his cold and trembling hand, Shen Ruoxi’s heart softened, gently comforting, “I’m fine, if I were that easily manipulated by her, I wouldn’t be fit to be called Shen Ruoxi, let alone charging into battle.”

“It’s all my fault, it’s my mistake.” Jun Moling lamented.

Shen Ruoxi couldn’t help but chuckle, “You’re not a worm in Cheng Caiyun’s stomach, how could you foresee her scheming against me? What does that have to do with you?

But since she is your cousin, and also the Eldest Princess’s daughter, was I wrong to act this way?”

Jun Moling’s expression seemed to be reticent about Cheng Caiyun, unwilling to say more, simply replying softly, “As long as you’re fine, leave the rest to me.”

He even felt an urge to kill her, how could he think Shen Ruoxi acted wrongly? She was too lenient, his palms were wet with cold sweat at the moment.

Seeing him so scared, Shen Ruoxi suddenly felt mischievous.

She lightly smiled and asked, “Prince, what would you have done if they had really found me and the cousin inside?”

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