Chapter 284: Chapter 227: Don’t Seek Revenge Against Him

Xueyan bit her lip tightly, her face full of embarrassment.

Finally, she handed a small box to Mi Yi, her voice tinged with guilt, “This was sent to me by Xiao Chengyi, I’m sorry, husband! I really feel guilty for not being able to give my first time to you.”

Mi Yi’s face turned extremely grim when he saw the contents of the small box.

His hands trembled uncontrollably, recalling the marks on her neck and the red imprint on her face. He fixed his gaze on Xueyan’s face, questioning coldly for the first time, “After receiving this, what did you do?”

Xueyan’s face turned as white as paper, her heart full of regret.

If she had really hanged herself to meet him, Mi Yi would probably never be able to lift his head for a lifetime.

On the wedding day, the bride hangs herself from the beam, people could mock him for a lifetime, and if she died today, she would become his lifelong shadow.

She indeed shouldn’t have impulsively chosen suicide, and it’s no wonder her mistress beat her; she was really in a stupor at the time, truly foolish.

At this moment, seeing Mi Yi’s face turn to the worst, Xueyan cautiously pulled at his groom’s attire, her voice as soft as a mosquito’s hum.

“I thought he humiliated me like this today because of my impurity, and in the future, he would definitely use this to humiliate you, so I wanted to preserve your reputation. At that moment, I was truly despondent, my mind was blank with anger, husband, can you forgive me?”

Mi Yi was trembling with anger, his eyes filled with fury, glaring at Xueyan as if he wanted to tear her apart.

How could she? How dare she? Today was their joyful day, the day he had waited for by counting on his fingers, and she went to commit suicide!

Seeing his expression, Xueyan’s heart was filled with bitterness, her eyes gradually becoming foggy, her voice choked with tears, “Husband, don’t be angry, I know I was wrong, my mistress really awakened me.

I made you all heartbroken over a scum, I was truly foolish!

You hit me, hit me hard; Mistress said the one who deserves to die is him. From now on, I not only want to live, but live well, we should have more children! Husband, don’t be like this.”

After saying that, she forcefully tugged his hand to slap her own face.

Mi Yi’s eyes slightly warmed, he just gently stroked her reddened half of the face.

Actually, Shen Ruoxi had held back her force, her face was only slightly red, not injured.

Seeing her tears, seemingly sincerely remorseful, his heart softened instantly.

She is a girl, and chastity is so important; few could support themselves when others use it to humiliate them. Fortunately, there was the Princess Consort, enabling her to think clearly.

He spoke softly, “You might be the first bride to be beaten on the wedding day, did the Princess Consort really awaken you?”

“Really, truly, tomorrow the Mistress will avenge me, she also said I just slept with a cheap gigolo, saying he was worth only four Copper Coins.

Husband, my face hurts, could you blow on it?” Xueyan said, biting her lip, her face blushing.

Mistress said, the husband should be coaxed, can’t let him be truly angry, a woman should bow when needed, act cute when needed.

Mi Yi’s eyes flickered; honestly, he still felt uneasy, just keeping silent and motionless, staring at her.

Xueyan felt even more embarrassed, but she didn’t retreat this time; she moved closer to his face for a kiss, her face burning red, softly coaxed, “Husband, not angry, not angry, I was really blinded by anger at the time, it’s all a dead-end, I genuinely won’t act foolish anymore.”

“I’m not angry,” Mi Yi said sullenly.

But the words from the Princess Consort indeed made him feel much better from his original anger and annoyance.

However, he can’t overlook Xiao Chengyi’s actions.

She, someone who’s never involved in the world of feelings, at this moment, because of Xueyan’s tease, was already red-faced.

He looked at Xueyan, who was gazing up at him, a kiss on the cheek causing his heart to accelerate.

Today, Xueyan seemed especially captivating, her delicate face exuding a tender beauty that naturally evoked pity.

Clearly, among those three girls accompanying the Prince and Princess Consort on the outing, all had good looks, yet his eyes were only on her.

The gentle charm she emitted easily stirred his strong protective instinct.

However, what she did today was truly excessive, but she appeared to have genuinely seen through things; otherwise, she wouldn’t have confessed so frankly, and kept coaxing him.

Mi Yi’s gaze flickered slightly, his mind a whirl.

But still, he gently blew on her cheek, and Xueyan hugged his neck.

At this moment, in her heart, bitterness and sweetness intertwined. She understood clearly that his discomfort mainly came from Xiao Chengyi’s provocation and humiliation.

“Husband, don’t seek revenge against Xiao Chengyi, you know? He is a third-rank official now, and assaulting a court official could result in execution.

Let the Princess Consort take action; she is truly angry this time, and Xiao Chengyi, that villain, will not have a good end.”

Mi Yi’s body instantly froze; she had already seen through his desire to risk everything against Xiao Chengyi.

This matter was obviously provoked by Xiao Chengyi against their marriage; how could he endure letting others take revenge on his behalf? Not seeking revenge is not a true gentleman!

Seeing Mi Yi silent, Xueyan knew she was right.

She lowered her voice, continuing to persuade, “Husband, please listen to me.

I just married into this family, and all I want is a peaceful life. We’ll rely on the Prince and Princess Consort for protection, no matter how big Xiao Chengyi becomes, he won’t dare to act against the Princess Consort.

If you take action, it would be defiance. Besides, the Emperor still hasn’t given up on the Princess Consort; he might be plotting to find fault with the Prince.

Moreover, if this matter is exposed, it’s of no benefit to us. Drink less wine and come home early to be with me at night.”

Her eyes were beautiful, and she spoke with a shy expression at the end, but Mi Yi clenched his fingers; if he swallowed this, is he still a man?

Xueyan was a bit flustered, her voice trembling slightly, tears glistening in her eyes, “Husband, I have died twice. Once when I was seriously ill, the lady even prepared a coffin for me. Without the Princess Consort’s rescue, the grass on my grave would be growing tall.

The second time was just now, my mind was blank at that time, only thinking it was better to die. Now I really think I was foolish to the point of death.

After these two experiences, I don’t have any desires, I just want us to be well, loving and affectionate, and have many children.

Think about it, working for the Prince gives you a good income, and when I married, the Princess Consort gave a generous dowry.

In the future, I’ll manage the household, tidy the house, and take care of the children, living a fulfilling life.

Both of us are orphans, and now we have a home, we need to cherish it more and not seek trouble with that villain, alright?”

Listening to Xueyan’s heartfelt words, Mi Yi’s anger and impulsiveness gradually became calmed by her tenderness and concern.

At this moment, he profoundly understood the true meaning of a hero weakened by love; what could he fight for now?

Earlier, his killing intent towards Xiao Chengyi was like surging waves, yet a moment’s impulse could result in Xueyan, who just married into the mansion, becoming a widow.

It’s often said, a gentleman’s revenge is never too late; he secretly vowed to personally eliminate Xiao Chengyi, not rushing at this moment.

“Alright, I’ll listen to you,” Mi Yi said while leaving a kiss on her forehead.

Xueyan thought of the letter her mistress gave to Xiao Chengyi, feeling quite pleased.

Four Copper Coins? That’s too much! But she was quite looking forward to Xiao Chengyi’s reaction upon seeing the letter.

Xia Lian, living up to expectations, successfully met with Xiao Chengyi.

At first, the people of Xiao Mansion wanted to deliver the letter to Xiao Chengyi on her behalf, but she resolutely refused.

She claimed this letter was personally written by the Princess Consort for General Xiao and must be personally delivered by her.

Thus, Xia Lian handed the letter steadily into Xiao Chengyi’s hands, respectfully saying, “General Xiao, please.”

Since sending the items to Xueyan, Xiao Chengyi had been waiting for what would follow.

He knew this action would certainly stir a great commotion, but in order to make Shen Ruoxi look at him, even if it was with deep hatred, he had no regrets.

Sure enough, she sent Xia Lian with two letters.

They must have been written by Shen Ruoxi, especially since Xueyan was not highly literate.

Xiao Chengyi took the letter, his expression indifferent, saying to Xia Lian, “Xia Lian, I have received the letter, you may return to report to your mistress.”

Xia Lian, neither humble nor arrogant, responded, “General Xiao, please read it in front of me. Once I know you’ve read it, I can return to report to our Princess Consort.”

Xiao Chengyi frowned slightly, first opening one letter; sure enough, it was Shen Ruoxi’s handwriting, stating that she would visit tomorrow at the Si hour and asked him to stay at home and wait.

His lips couldn’t help but curve slightly, finally able to see her.

He silently told himself, no matter what she does tomorrow, he would just watch quietly, not argue or debate, until her anger dissipates.

Then, he picked up the second letter, feeling a weight inside that wasn’t paper-like.

After a little hesitation, he still slowly tore open the envelope.

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