Synopsis and Starting Chapter Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Chapter 34
Chapter 35
Chapter 36
Chapter 37
Chapter 38
Chapter 39
Chapter 40
Chapter 41
Chapter 42
Chapter 43 - Saying Goodbye
Chapter 44 - Put One'S Finger Into Another'S Pie
Chapter 45 - Preserved Egg
Chapter 46 - First-Class Helper
Chapter 47 - I Can Do It
Chapter 48 - Is That Possible
Chapter 49 - Caught You
Chapter 50 - Stalk
Chapter 51 - Joining In
Chapter 52 - Are You Messing With Me?
Chapter 53 - Interrogate
Chapter 54 - Gigolo
Chapter 55 - 1.73 Meters
Chapter 56 - Furious
Chapter 57 - Dumb Donkey Wants To See Her
Chapter 58 - You Must Be Mistaken
Chapter 59 - I'M Sorry
Chapter 60 - Promotion
Chapter 61 - Would You Please Leave
Chapter 62 - Bullshit
Chapter 63 - Fall Into The River
Chapter 64 - Keep You Guessing
Chapter 65 - Return Money
Chapter 66 - Intrigue
Chapter 67 - Snitch On Her
Chapter 68 - Seek Confirmation
Chapter 69 - Brothers' Quarrel
Chapter 70 - Who The Hell Are You
Chapter 71 - Who Is Pranking Who
Chapter 72 - Dine And Dash
Chapter 73 - Too Embarrassing
Chapter 74 - Reinforcement
Chapter 75 - Well Done
Chapter 76 - What A Coincidence
Chapter 77 - Crown Prince'S Calligraphy
Chapter 78 - Don'T Forgive Him So Easily
Chapter 79 - I Want To Eat Egg Fried Rice
Chapter 80 - What Rights Do You Have To Kiss Her
Chapter 81 - Chunyu'S Mother
Chapter 82 - Sidelines
Chapter 83 - An Unlucky Person
Chapter 84 - Enemies Meet
Chapter 85 - Taking Advantage Of The Situation
Chapter 86 - None Of Your Business
Chapter 87 - Don'T Call Me Third Madam
Chapter 87.5 - Family Meeting
Chapter 88 - My Brother
Chapter 89 - Two Terrible Friends
Chapter 90 - Homemade Chicken Essence
Chapter 91 - Not Renting
Chapter 92 - Riding Together
Chapter 93 - Interrogate
Chapter 94 - Ruthless Words
Chapter 95 - So That'S Why
Chapter 96 - Apologizing
Chapter 97 - Like It Or Not
Chapter 98 - Arguing Strongly For What Is Right
Chapter 99 - Have We Passed The Ordeal
Chapter 100 - Tell Us Honestly
Chapter 101 - I Will Hug You When You Are Tired
Chapter 102 - Bothered
Chapter 103 - Ice Cream
Chapter 104 - Jealousy
Chapter 105 - I Want Everything
Chapter 106 - 30% And 70%
Chapter 107 - Black-Hearted Boss
Chapter 108 - Sabotage
Chapter 109 - Losing Face
Chapter 110 - Breathtaking
Chapter 111 - Old Ancestress' Reward
Chapter 112 - Lee Is Missing
Chapter 113 - Must Get To The Bottom Of It
Chapter 114 - Sales On Fire
Chapter 115 - Flattering
Chapter 116 - Slip Of The Tongue
Chapter 117 - Do You Want To See Susu?
Chapter 118 - Stop Susu
Chapter 119 - Caught
Chapter 120 - Palace Invitation
Chapter 121 - No Such Thing As Most Shameless
Chapter 122 - First Time In The Imperial Kitchen
Chapter 123 - Serve
Chapter 124 - Mobile Imperial Chef
Chapter 125 - Jealous
Chapter 126 - Making Up
Chapter 127 - Not Going To Budge
Chapter 128 - First Time In The Chamber Of Commerce
Chapter 129 - Protest
Chapter 130 - Becoming A Monk
Chapter 131 - Get Used To It
Chapter 132 - Long Story Short
Chapter 133 - Birthday Gift
Chapter 134 - The Truth
Chapter 135 - Liu Yiyi
Chapter 136 - Bickering
Chapter 137 - 10 Thousand Silvers Of Anger
Chapter 138 - Heavenly Residence'S New Owner
Chapter 139 - New Rules
Chapter 140 - An Adulterous Pair
Chapter 141 - One Weak Moment
Chapter 142 - It Is Indeed You
Chapter 143 - Give Me Five Hundred Thousand
Chapter 144 - His Majesty Bestows A Marriage
Chapter 145 - The Period Of Three Months
Chapter 146 - Family Members Are Here
Chapter 147 - Liu Li Requests For A Meeting
Chapter 148 - Want To Cancel The Contract
Chapter 149 - Mess It Up
Chapter 150 - Deeply Troubled
Chapter 151 - Who Cares
Chapter 152 - Negotiation
Chapter 152.5 - Make A Deal
Chapter 153 - Just Signed It
Chapter 154 - Son Of A B*Tch
Chapter 157 - Silvertongue
Chapter 158 - Cold-Hearted
Chapter 159 - The Trap
Chapter 160 - Avoid An Accident
Chapter 161 - The Affection Of Ye Binghuai
Chapter 162 - Pick A Fight
Chapter 163 - To Offer Tea
Chapter 164 - Show Us What You Can Do
Chapter 165 - Never Again
Chapter 166 - Mother-In-Law Is The Leader
Chapter 167 - The Best Relative Has Arrived
Chapter 168 - May You Have A Lovely Baby
Chapter 169 - Abortion
Chapter 170 - Eating Without Paying
Chapter 171 - I Call The Shots
Chapter 172 - The Freeloaders Are Back
Chapter 173 - Scram Back
Chapter 174 - The Empress Dowager Makes Things Difficult
Chapter 175 - Come At Me
Chapter 176 - Persuasion
Chapter 177 - The Challenger
Chapter 178 - You Cheated
Chapter 179 - To Win The First War
Chapter 180 - Denial
Chapter 181 - You Are The Petty One
Chapter 182 - Please Apologize
Chapter 183 - Assurance Letter
Chapter 184 - Punishment
Chapter 185 - An Unexpected Favor
Chapter 186 - Finals
Chapter 187 - You Get What You Give
Chapter 188 - Full Marks
Chapter 189 - Stay
Chapter 190 - Troubles
Chapter 191 - Intolerable
Chapter 192 - The Disturbance In Tea Ceremony
Chapter 193 - Controlling The Story
Chapter 194 - What Did They Say About Me?
Chapter 195 - Forming An Alliance
Chapter 196 - How Will This Do?
Chapter 197 - Fake Account Books
Chapter 198 - Evidence
Chapter 199 - Meat Pie That Falls From The Sky
Chapter 200 - You'S Mission
Chapter 201 - Rumours
Chapter 202 - Throw This Shrew Out
Chapter 203 - To Fall Out
Chapter 204 - Being Left Out
Chapter 205 - Take It Back
Chapter 206 - Importance Of Peace
Chapter 207 - Guilty
Chapter 208 - Someone From The Ye Family
Chapter 209 - Agreed
Chapter 210 - Tricked
Chapter 211 - Back To Ye'S Home
Chapter 212 - The Old People
Chapter 213 - When Did You Fall In Love With Me?
Chapter 214 - You Know It Now
Chapter 215 - Who'S Better?
Chapter 216 - Nice Chunyu
Chapter 217 - Liu Li'S Pregnant
Chapter 218 - Complications
Chapter 219 - I Am Here
Chapter 220 - Passing By
Chapter 221 - Hand It Over To Her
Chapter 222 - A Little Confused
Chapter 223 - Princess Ah Ruan
Chapter 224 - Can I Go With You?
Chapter 225 - Happiness And Sorrow
Chapter 226 - The Mysterious Reverend
Chapter 227 - Late Realization
Chapter 228 - Who Kicked Me?
Chapter 229 - : Strange Scent
Chapter 230 - Countryside Fun
Chapter 231 - Ah Ruan Asked For Help
Chapter 232 - Explain The Situation
Chapter 233 - Something Interesting
Chapter 234 - An Unforseen Event
Chapter 235 - Liu Li'S Miscarriage
Chapter 236 - How Can You Explain It
Chapter 237 - Lingering Fear
Chapter 238 - Undercurrent
Chapter 239 - Lucky Egg
Chapter 240 - Stop A Fight
Chapter 241 - Bath Together
Chapter 242 - The Old Cow Eats Young Grass
Chapter 243 - Mad
Chapter 244 - Beg With Tears
Chapter 245 - No Way Out
Chapter 246 - Incite
Chapter 247 - Ning
Chapter 248 - The Contest For President
Chapter 249 - Being Touched
Chapter 250 - Show Off
Chapter 251 - The Queen’S Summons
Chapter 252 - Malicious Slander
Chapter 253 - Missing
Chapter 254 - Escape From Danger
Chapter 255 - Actually Fond Of
Chapter 256 - Class Opening Ceremony
Chapter 257 - Infuriating
Chapter 258 - In The Name Of Gifting
Chapter 259 - Yu Wang
Chapter 260 - Shameless Family
Chapter 261 - Petty And Stubborn
Chapter 262 - Give You A Gift
Chapter 263 - Doubt
Chapter 264 - Weird Note
Chapter 265 - Question Mark
Chapter 266 - Disappointment
Chapter 267 - I Will Let You Go
Chapter 268 - Do You Have Evidence?
Chapter 269 - Let’S Break Up
Chapter 270 - Ye Jiayao’S Counterattack
Chapter 271 - What Do You Hate About Her?
Chapter 272 - Xia Chunyu’S Sincerity
Chapter 273 - The One That Deserved It Most
Chapter 274 - Try As You Can
Chapter 275 - I Don'T Agree With You
Chapter 276 - You'S Decision
Chapter 277 - Too Late
Chapter 278 - My Heart Aches
Chapter 279 - Insincerity
Chapter 280 - A Dose Of Fierce Medicine
Chapter 281 - Drink
Chapter 282 - Progress
Chapter 283 - Black And White Upside Down
Chapter 284 - The Ancestor Took Action
Chapter 285 - Knocking Off
Chapter 286 - If Knock, Knock Hard
Chapter 287 - Two Pack To Force Guy
Chapter 288 - The Evils We Bring On Ourselves Are The Hardest To Bear
Chapter 289 - Fortune'S Wheel Is Ever Turning
Chapter 290 - The Abandoned Child
Chapter 291 - Did I Make A Mistake
Chapter 292 - Liu Li Came Back
Chapter 293 - Announced That Take Charge Of
Chapter 294 - : What About Sucking Yours?
Chapter 295 - Where Did You Go
Chapter 296 - Problems With The Cordyceps
Chapter 297 - As Son, I Have No Objection
Chapter 298 - Cowardly And Stupid
Chapter 299 - I Don'T Like People Like You
Chapter 300 - Death Hurriedly
Chapter 301 - They Wanted To Separate
Chapter 302 - How To Divide
Chapter 303 - New Ideas
Chapter 304 - Liu Li Was A Real Pain In The Neck
Chapter 305 - Auspicious Beginning Of A New Enterprise
Chapter 306 - Don'T See The Problem
Chapter 307 - Ask For Advice
Chapter 308 - A Sincere Gift
Chapter 309 - Reward
Chapter 310 - Do You Want To Try New Tricks
Chapter 311 - Dismantled
Chapter 312 - New Ideas
Chapter 313 - Being Scolded
Chapter 314 - Ye Jiayao'S Suggestion
Chapter 315 - With No Good Intentions
Chapter 316 - Stupid Woman
Chapter 317 - Ye Jiayao’S Propaganda Plan
Chapter 318 - Graduation Ceremony
Chapter 319 - Discomposure
Chapter 320 - Predicament
Chapter 321 - Old Friends
Chapter 322 - Food Festival
Chapter 323 - Someone Was Making Trouble
Chapter 324 - Perfect End
Chapter 325 - Begins To Act
Chapter 326 - Assassination
Chapter 327 - Transfer The Misfortune
Chapter 328 - Dividends
Chapter 329 - Someone Set Fire To House
Chapter 330 - The Heart Is Not Ancient
Chapter 331 - Three People Conspired
Chapter 332 - The Party
Chapter 333 - Mourners
Chapter 334 - Little Ya'S Hint
Chapter 335 - Trap
Chapter 336 - Go For Wool And Come Back Shorn
Chapter 337 - Not Ordinary Bad
Chapter 338 - A Ruan‘S Difficulty
Chapter 339 - : The Shameless Couple
Chapter 340 - Here Comes Qiao'S Family
Chapter 341 - Dark People
Chapter 342 - Mother And Child Were Safe
Chapter 343 - Persuasion
Chapter 344 - Dismissal
Chapter 345 - Doubts
Chapter 346 - : Half Road Hijacking
Chapter 347 - To Discuss Countermeasures
Chapter 348 - Suspicion
Chapter 349 - Talk About Conditions
Chapter 350 - Chunyu'S Breakthrough
Chapter 351 - Su Yi Speculation
Chapter 352 - Hint
Chapter 353 - Rescue Matters
Chapter 354 - See The Light Of Day Again
Chapter 355 - Back
Chapter 356 - King Yu'S Anger
Chapter 357 - Private
Chapter 358 - Chunyu Came Back
Chapter 359 - Not See The Wrong Person
Chapter 360 - Is Poisoning
Chapter 361 - Chapter Three Hundred And Seventy-Seven
Chapter 362 - The Highest Treatment
Chapter 363 - Please Cash In
Chapter 364 - What A Pity
Chapter 365 - Rumors
Chapter 366 - A Useless And Abandoned Chess
Chapter 367 - Not Over Yet
Chapter 368 - The Most Powerful Return
Chapter 369 - End Together
Chapter 370 - Confronted Face To Face
Chapter 371 - What Do You Want To Do
Chapter 372 - Lose
Chapter 373 - Talk About
Chapter 374 - The Enemy Is The One Who Knows You Best
Chapter 375 - Have News
Chapter 376 - Do Whatever You Like To Do.
Chapter 377 - Worse Than A Dog
Chapter 378 - Listen To My Arrangement
Chapter 379 - Unreasonable Woman
Chapter 380 - Confrontation In Court
Chapter 381 - Stupid Teammates
Chapter 382 - What Qualifications Do You Have To Go Back With Me
Chapter 383 - A Person
Chapter 384 - Can'T Go Back Any More
Chapter 385 - Naya Is Coming
Chapter 386 - Female Heroes
Chapter 387 - Disagreeable Trick
Chapter 388 - Countermeasures
Chapter 389 - Divide And Rule
Chapter 390 - Is Base?
Chapter 391 - Truth Years Ago
Chapter 392 - Was She Pregnant?
Chapter 393 - Miserable Life
Chapter 394 - Strange Taste
Chapter 395 - Being A Dad Is Not Easy
Chapter 396 - Why Do You Want To Say One Hundred Pieces?
Chapter 397 - Not To Be Taunted
Chapter 398 - It’S Going To Change
Chapter 399 - Counterattack
Chapter 400 - Backroom
Chapter 401 - Outbreak
Chapter 402 - Battle
Chapter 403 - Struggle
Chapter 404 - Finally Came
Chapter 405 - The Golden Cicada
Chapter 406 - Good News
Chapter 407 - How Dare He Leaves Me
Chapter 408 - Won'T Die
Chapter 409 - The Fate Of Schadenfreude
Chapter 410 - It Is Really An Ass
Chapter 411 - Suffering
Chapter 412 - Baby Is Coming
Chapter 413 - Sorry
Chapter 414 - Name Dispute
Chapter 415 - Providence To Decide
Chapter 416 - Fear Is Often Greater Than The Danger
Chapter 417 - From The Eyes
Chapter 418 - Zhao’S Revenge
Chapter 419 - Final Results ( 1 )
Chapter 420 - Final Results ( 2 )
Chapter 421 - Announcer I ( Liuli )
Chapter 422 - Announcer Ii ( Little Jing )
Chapter 423 - Extraneous(Ⅲ) Zhao Qixuan And Su Yi
Chapter 424 - Extra Story Four ( Xia Chunfeng )
Chapter 425 - Additional Novel Five Parenting
Categories Genre: All, Comedy, Fantasy, Josei, Mature, Ongoing, Romance, Slice of Life Status: Ongoing Alternative names: Adorable Goddess, AFG, Cinderella Chef (Drama), 萌妻食神, ______
Total Chapters in book: 425
Estimated words: 933525 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 4668(@200wpm)___ 3734(@250wpm)___ 3112(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 933525 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 4668(@200wpm)___ 3734(@250wpm)___ 3112(@300wpm)
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Chapter 227: Late Realization
When Ye Jiayao returned to their courtyard, Xia Chunyu was just sending the physician off.
“What did the physician say?”
“It’s just a little sprain. She just has to rub it with some ointment and she’ll recover in a couple of days.”
Ye Jiayao sighed with relief. “Good. What do you want to eat? I’ll make it.”
Xia Chunyu took her hand and led her into their room, saying, “Get the servants to make it. I know you’re tired too.”
Although he really wanted to eat her cooking, he’s not going to sacrifice her health just to satisfy his cravings.
Qiao Xi took the initiative to make some fragrant shredded chicken noodles. She’s been learning a few things from Jiang Yue and she wanted to put it to the test. It was just a pity that Jiang Yue has been spending most of her time in the pastry shop and couldn’t come back every day.
Chunyu took a bite of the noodles and praised, “Not bad.”
“Thank you, Heir-son Lord,” Qiao Xi responded, pleased.
Ye Jiayao smiled and said proudly, “Qiao Xi’s quite talented.”
“Why don’t you just teach all of them so when they leave, they have something to brag about. It’d look bad if they can’t even make a decent dish after serving you for so long.”
Ye Jiayao smiled meaningfully at Qiao Xi. “That’s a good idea. When the time comes, the maids in our courtyard would be highly sought after.”
Qiao Xi ducked her head shyly and ran out.
Xia Chunyu laughed out loud.
Ye Jiayao contemplated telling him about the warning that Reverend Ji Ren issued, but after giving it more thought, she figured that it’s not such a good idea. She’d just have to be extra careful from now on.
The couple turned in early and the next day, they both went to the Helian Prince’s mansion.
When they got there, Ah Ruan has yet to arrive so Yu De pulled her aside to talk, leaving Xia Chunyu to visit the Old Ancestress alone.
“What do you think of Princess Ah Ruan?” Yu De asked. The way she phrased her question revealed her intentions.
“I think she is good. Kind, innocent, and adorable. She’s also very lively,” Ye Jiayao told her truthfully.
Yu De seemed to have a lot on her mind when she said, “His Majesty intends for Little Jing to marry Ah Ruan. I’ve met Ah Ruan and I have no problem with her. The only thing I’m worried about is if Little Jing would agree to this. I don’t want my son to marry someone he doesn’t like. They can’t have a successful marriage if they don’t have at least some sort of feelings toward each other.”
Ye Jiayao was surprised that Elder Princess Yu De would say something like that. In this era, love isn’t the basis of marriage. They put more emphasis on whether the union would be an advantage for both families, especially the wealthy ones. Mothers usually consider their interests rather than their children’s. Yu De’s attitude might be why Helian Xuan has gotten away with being unmarried in his age.
“Elder Princess, have you asked Little Jing?”
“I’ve tried to ask him indirectly but it seems that he doesn’t think of her that way.”
“Why don’t I try to sound him out?” Ye Jiayao offered.
“That would be great. Little Jing listens to you the most. Talk to him,” Yu De pleaded.
Her words made YeJiayao feel guilty. The only reason he listens to her was that he’s in love with her and Yu De doesn’t know about it.
“Alright. I will have a chat with Little Jing then.” She was going to make sure this goes well. She wanted Little Jing to be happy and Ah Ruan seemed to be the right girl for the job.
Helian Jing was busy reviewing some documents in his study. He’s been spending so much time with Ah Ruan recently that his work has gotten delayed.
“Young Royal Highness, Second Young Mistress is here,” Ping An reported.
Helian Jing was immediately overjoyed and he quickly put his documents down. “Where is she?”
“Little Jing,” Ye Jiayao called out as she walked in.
Helian Jing ushered her in and ordered Ping An to prepare some tea.
“When did you get here? Where is Brother Chunyu?”
“I’ve been here for a while. Chunyu’s chatting with the Old Ancestress right now.”
After serving them some tea, Ping An retreated and left them alone.
Ye Jiayao surveyed his office. The study has cow horns and bow and arrows as decorations. It was so easy to tell that this study belongs to someone who practices martial arts. Chunyu also practices martial arts but his study consisted mainly of books.
“Aren’t you going to come and get Ah Ruan?” Ye Jiayao asked after taking a sip of her tea.
“Why would I need to do that? She knows the way here.”
“You really don’t know how to protect girls. This is her first time coming here. You should know better,” she reprimanded with a glare.
Helian Jing was confused. “She’s just here to visit. What’s the big deal?”
Ye Jiayao frowned. Does he not have any interest in Ah Ruan?
“Little Jing, what do you think of Ah Ruan?”
“She’s nice!” Little Jing answered casually.
“Have you ever thought about why His Majesty tasked you to accompany Ah Ruan?”
He grumbled, “Don’t even get me started on that. His Majesty was all out of princes and noblemen, and I’m the only one who’s ‘idle’. How am I idle? I have a lot of big responsibilities in our military! He also refused to reimburse me all the money I’ve spent entertaining Ah Ruan. I’m going broke!”
She stared blankly at him. She wasn’t sure if he’s just slow or he’s just deliberate ignoring all the signs.
“But you know why Ah Ruan’s staying in Jin Ling, right?” she clarified.
“Marriage,” he answered. He was just about to drink his tea when he suddenly paused. He eyed her warily and asked, “Yaoyao… do you think His Majesty wants me to marry Ah Ruan?”
I know, marriage!” Little Jing says casually, bringing the tea to his mouth, then pausing all of a sudden, putting the teacup down. He watches Ye Jiayao hesitantly.
“Yaoyao… do you suppose His Majesty wants me to marry Ah Ruan?”
Ye Jiayao raised a brow.
Duh
.
Helian Jing’s mouth dropped open. “No, no. Ah Ruan is nice but I have never thought of marrying her!”
“If you like her enough, then why not marry her? I think that you guys are getting along fine. Besides, you can develop deeper feelings for her overtime. I know that Ah Ruan’s already harboring romantic feelings for you.”
He was silent for a while but when he spoke, his eyes were trained on her. “If I had met her first, I probably would have married her in a heartbeat. But I met you first.”
Her eyes widened. When and where did he get the courage to say straightforward things like that?
He raised a hand and gave her a sad smile. “Don’t feel burdened. I won’t say stuff like these anymore. I just need you to know what I’m feeling. I know that I have to let you go, but I need some time. At least for now, I can’t commit to Ah Ruan.”
The windows on all four walls were open and there was a chilly breeze blowing on them, but Ye Jiayao’s chest still felt tight and stuffy. She recalled the crestfallen look on Little Jing’s face when he asked her if she’s Ye Jinxuan and her heart ached for him. Of all people, why does it have to be her? She wanted to erase his pain but there was nothing she could do.
She licked her dry lips and with difficulty, started, “But Ah Ruan might not be able to wait. And even if she does, His Majesty wouldn’t. If you’re not willing to marry her, His Majesty would look for someone else. Think about it. Wouldn’t you regret it if Ah Ruan goes to someone else?”
Helian Jing has never thought of it like that. Up until now, he was convinced that the only woman in his heart was Yaoyao. However, the mere thought of Ah Ruan marrying someone else fills his heart with great discomfort.
“Just think about it, okay? For yourself,” Ye Jiayao persuaded before leaving.
He stared blankly at Yaoyao’s retreating figure, his mind filled with Ah Ruan’s smiling face, her bright eyes, and those deep dimples.
He recalled her sweet voice…
‘Little Jing, do you think this looks nice? No? Then I don’t want it…’
‘Little Jing, come and chase me. Let’s see who runs faster…’
‘Little Jing, I want to visit your mother and grandmother…’
Could Yaoyao be right? Does Ah Ruan have feelings for him?
Yaoyao asked him if he’d regret it if she married someone else. Would he? He doesn’t know!
Helian Jing ran a frustrated hand through his hair. This was too difficult!
Ye Jiayao joined Xia Chunyu and the Old Ancestress.
When the old woman was turned away, Chunyu surreptitiously whispered to her, “Have you talked to Little Jing?”
“That kid is slow.”
After a while, Ah Ruan arrived with a huge pile of gifts in tow.
“I don’t know what the Elder Princess and Old Ancestress like, so I could only prepare gifts that I feel that you’d like. I hope you don’t hate them, Elder Princess and Old Ancestress,” Ah Ruan said nervously, her pretty face flushed red.
“You shouldn’t have bothered with gifts, child,” Yu De told her with a smile. “It’s enough that you took the time to visit us.”
The Old Ancestress beckoned her over. “Ah Ruan, come and sit here.”
Ah Ruan obediently sat beside the Old Ancestress.
The Old Ancestress took her hand and studied her pretty features. The child was extremely beautiful and she couldn’t help but like her. The Old Ancestreses also thought about how she came here in Huai Song all alone for the peace of her land, and couldn’t help but sympathize with her.
“Good child, are you used to staying in Jin Ling yet?”
Ah Ruan smiled. “I am. This place is more bustling than Nanyue and has a lot of good food. It also helps that I have friends like Sister Yaoyao and Little Jing.”
“I’m glad to hear that. Feel free to come by more often, we’d love the company,” the Old Ancestress said benevolently.
Tears welled up in Ah Ruan’s eyes and her answering smile was bright. “As long as you want me, Old Ancestress, I’d be visiting you often.”
Ye Jiayao could understand how Ah Ruan’s feeling more than anyone. She’s also alone in a different world and craves for familial love. She hoped that Little Jing sorts his feeling out soon and not let such a good girl go.
“Young Royal Highness has arrived,” a servant called from outside.
Ye Jiayao looked up and saw Little Jing walked in, his head hanging low.
Xia Chunyu and Ye Jiayao exchanged glances.
Everything depended on Little Jing’s decision.
Total Chapters in book: 425
Estimated words: 933525 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 4668(@200wpm)___ 3734(@250wpm)___ 3112(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 933525 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 4668(@200wpm)___ 3734(@250wpm)___ 3112(@300wpm)
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