Chapter 265: Chapter 208: An Aboveboard Reason to Leave

Chunyu Che was in a great mood, even his voice was exceptionally gentle, “That’s because most men in this world are heartless and fickle, so I am acting this way to help Princess Consort Zhan.”

Zou Family glared at him fiercely, teasingly said, “Argue all you want! You’re simply sabotaging the relationship between the Prince Zhan and his wife by sending beauties to him. And sending a lover to Ruoxi, you are truly too wicked!”

Chunyu Che chuckled softly, slowly said, “Before, I indeed had selfish motives. I thought that if we wanted peace between the two countries, Jun Moling would be the most reliable person, and I hoped he could ascend to the throne.

By offering my sister to him, naturally, it would cause a rift between him and your monarch. With Jun Moling’s capability, conquering the world isn’t a difficult task.

As for sending a lover, it truly is to help Shen Ruoxi. Most men are unreliable, only in this way can it make Jun Moling understand.

His woman is extremely sought after, if he dares to treat her poorly, there are countless men outside lining up for her, isn’t this helping her?”

Zou Family looked at him coquettishly, “You! It’s completely unnecessary.

Ruoxi is the woman Prince Zhan longs for in his heart, because of her, Prince Zhan didn’t marry until he was twenty-five.

He could remain unmarried for her, what are you worrying about? Quickly take those lovers away, just looking at them makes me uneasy.”

Chunyu Che replied, “I see! It seems I did overthink it. Don’t worry, I’ll take those lovers back to Beichang Country myself, they won’t affect the relationship between the couple.”

Zou Family suddenly thought of various futures, and started to have second thoughts, “Should we ponder over this matter more carefully.”

Chunyu Che’s heart tightened, fearing she’d regret it after calming down.

As expected, she started to retreat again.

In fact, he understood everything in his heart, their path ahead was destined to be fraught with difficulties and obstacles.

To make her follow him unwaveringly was truly challenging.

This not only concerns the reputation of the Shen Family, the tasks he had to accomplish also needed to be more thorough.

Chunyu Che hurried to persuade, “You don’t need to worry, I will handle this matter flawlessly. Only Shen Ruoxi and your monarch know about it, she has promised me she will respect your choice. You have an excellent sister-in-law.”

Zou Family’s face suddenly flushed with a hint of shame, “Ruoxi is really nice, genuinely treats us well. Yesterday I still…”

Zou Family hesitated, today’s situation seemed like a slap in the face.

The future was uncertain, not knowing whether it was dark or bright, she was so determined yesterday, how could she agree to Chunyu Che today?

Just a while ago, she was eagerly wanting his life. It can only be said that the world is unpredictable, and now, they have come together!

Can she really face the people of the Shen Family? Can she face her husband after a hundred years with a clear conscience?

Chunyu Che distinctly perceived the renewed struggle and indecision within Zou Family, hurriedly said, “If you feel uncomfortable going to Beichang, you can leave at any time. After all, how to live well is what matters most to the living.”

Zou Family gritted her teeth, resolutely said, “Alright, what’s done is done. Even if I have to face punishment in the afterlife, I’ll accept it!”

Chunyu Che tightly held her hand, said affectionately, “Don’t be afraid, we will face it together, and even if we have to go to hell, I’ll shield you.”

It must be said, Chunyu Che really knew how to speak tender words.

Previously, her relationship with Shen Ruoxi’s fifth brother was very good too, but he was too reserved, never said such tender words, so when Chunyu Che spoke like this, she found it quite comforting.

She looked at the sky, and suddenly showed a look of anxiety, “I need to go back, otherwise elder sister-in-law and Ruoxi will worry.”

Chunyu Che still refused to let go, “You cannot go back, take some time to talk with Shen Ruoxi.

We are leaving the day after tomorrow, and I will spread the word that I am taking you back to Beichang.

Rest assured, when you reach Beichang, you will be my lifesaver.”

Zou Family became even more anxious, “Xiang’er will cry if she doesn’t see me at night.”

Chunyu Che decisively responded, “Bring her along as well.”

Zou Family frowned, appearing indecisive, “This?”

Chunyu Che’s expression turned serious, earnestly said, “There is so much gossip now, and you are hesitating.

I cannot agree to let you go back, your elder sister-in-law wishes for nothing more than my death, if she knew the truth, she would fight us to the death.

Only if you stay by my side, I can truly feel at ease when I take you away.”

Zou Family bit her lip, her heart in turmoil.

However, seeing the determination in this man, her heart suddenly surged with courage, even if she were to face a sea of criticism, she desired to live for herself this time.

Zou Family did not return until deep into the night, making Yang Family as anxious as an ant on a hot pot, restless, and said to Shen Ruoxi, “Ruoxi, let’s go get her! If something happens to my fifth sister-in-law, I really can’t live anymore.”

Shen Ruoxi frowned slightly, still uncertain about what her fifth sister-in-law and Chunyu Che had discussed. Just then, a servant from the Beichang guest house came to invite Shen Ruoxi.

Yang Family stubbornly insisted, “I will go too.”

Shen Ruoxi promptly comforted, “Elder sister-in-law, this is not a war, going with too many people won’t make a difference. Rest assured, I promise you, our fifth sister-in-law will be safe and sound.”

Hearing Shen Ruoxi’s comforting words, Yang Family felt somewhat reassured.

She tightly held Shen Ruoxi’s hand, said with hopeful anticipation, “Ruoxi, you must bring our fifth sister-in-law back safely.”

Shen Ruoxi solemnly nodded, “Elder sister-in-law, I will.”

Shen Ruoxi and Jun Moling arrived at the guest house, where they were respectfully led by the servants to Chunyu Che’s room.

Upon entering, they saw Chunyu Che and Zou Family sitting side by side on the edge of the bed. This scene made Shen Ruoxi immediately understand her fifth sister-in-law’s choice.

Zou Family’s face was full of shame, with tears shimmering in her eyes, her voice trembling, “Ruoxi, I have wronged the Shen Family, and even more so wronged your fifth brother, I have decided to go with him.”

Shen Ruoxi remained calm, seemingly having anticipated this, steadily said, “Fifth sister-in-law, since you have made a decision, it must have been after careful consideration.

I once said, I would support any decision you make, and that still holds today.”

After speaking, she turned to look at Chunyu Che, her gaze steady yet sharp, “Chunyu Che, no matter who you are. If I find out you’ve treated my fifth sister-in-law poorly, I will personally go to Beichang Country to bring her back, and will not spare you lightly.”

Chunyu Che chuckled softly, sincerely, “Shen Ruoxi, we do have a connection.

You let me go, and I once saved you and Xian, I hope you understand what kind of person I am.

Everything I said before was heartfelt, an Empress without any concubines, that is my promise.

People who’ve suffered know best how to cherish happiness, if I can’t even do this, I will have a hard life!

I am full of gratitude, hope you can be at ease! I will treat her well, and regard her daughter as my own.”

Thinking of Xiang’er, a sharp pain pierced Shen Ruoxi’s heart as if cut by a knife.

That is a child of the Shen Family, and now she is leaving like this, how could she not miss her?

She held back the pain in her heart, gritting her teeth, “Xiang’er must come home when she grows up.”

Upon hearing this, Zou Family burst into tears, choking with sobs, “Ruoxi, I can’t bear to part with Xiang’er, but after doing such a thing, I feel unfit to be Xianger’s mother. If you don’t want her to follow me, I…” but she couldn’t bring herself to say “agree.”

“She can come back when she’s older, after all, she bears the Shen name, fifth sister-in-law, take care of yourself.”

Shen Ruoxi felt that saying more words could not express the complexity of her feelings at the moment, and just wanted to leave this heart-wrenching place as soon as possible.

“What about elder sister-in-law?” Zou Family’s voice carried a hint of unease and anxiety.

Shen Ruoxi didn’t answer, just stared intently at Chunyu Che and asked, “Surely you have a plan?”

Chunyu Che didn’t hide, “Indeed I have a plan.”

After saying that, he disclosed all his thoughts to Shen Ruoxi.

Shen Ruoxi slightly frowned, this matter may be viable but also unfeasible, does that mean fifth sister-in-law must keep her identity hidden with Chunyu Che?

“How about this, I’ll take it upon myself to face the Emperor, you are leaving the day after tomorrow, tomorrow you have a whole day to think of a perfect plan.”

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