Forced love, an inescapable fate

Chapter 110 Heart-to-heart talk

When Su Minsheng was mentioned, Mu Qingli's expression froze.

Even if she was slow-witted, she could still feel his feelings. Besides, she was not completely without feelings for him. He was indeed a very good person, and it shouldn't be too bad to spend the rest of her life with him, but she always felt like something was missing.

She had thought about this issue carefully during this period, and perhaps she didn't like him that much.

Mu Qingli held the heater in her hands, met Feng Zong's gaze, and smiled indifferently.

"So everyone has seen it. I've thought about what you said, brother. Brother Su is indeed a very good person, but as for matters of the heart, let nature take its course. Besides, I don't want to get married so early."

Feng Zong handed her the hot tea and analyzed the current situation to her in a serious tone.

"Ali, you are a smart woman. You should understand some things even if I don't tell you. Now we have all been dragged into the team competing for the crown prince. Although you have been staying indoors for a while and trying to avoid it, this is not a solution. After An Ran and I get married, we have to return to Sifang City. I am really worried about leaving you in the capital, but I can't take you to the border. Although the Sixth Prince has established himself in Shangjing, his foundation is too shallow. Even if I choose to stand on his side, he is still outnumbered against the First Prince and the Fourth Prince. I know the relationship between you and him. Although he can protect you, it is impossible for him to I'll protect you for my whole life. Anyone connected to the Sixth Prince, whether you or me, will inevitably become a thorn in the eyes of the First and Fourth Princes. They haven't taken action recently because I'm in the capital. Once I leave, Ah Li, you can imagine the dangers. Su Minsheng is highly regarded by the Empress Dowager. He's the imperial physician, and his medical skills are top-notch. Most people wouldn't choose to offend him. If you're with him, those people won't dare act rashly. Furthermore, he has a clean background and doesn't side with any particular faction in the court. I can see that you're not completely hostile to him. With him taking care of you, I can rest assured."

Feng Zong's heartfelt words made Mu Qingli feel a little warm in this cold winter.

"Brother, thank you for thinking so much about me, but you don't have to worry too much. I can take care of myself. Just be your groom and treat Sister An Ran well. As for what you said, I will consider it carefully."

"Well, I understand. By the way, did you know that the Sixth Prince has returned to the capital?"

Mu Qingli shook her head in confusion. She always felt that Jiang Ci seemed to have changed a lot after returning to Shangjing this time. In the past, no matter what he did, he would tell her one by one, although the two of them only contacted each other through letters. But this time he had been away for such a long time, not only did he not send a single letter, he even did not let anyone tell her when he came back.

Mu Qingli just felt a little sad in her heart, but she tried her best to appear natural on the surface. However, Feng Zong still saw the hint of loss on her face.

In the end, he didn't ask any more questions and dropped the topic. The two of them then talked about some things about tomorrow's wedding. As it was getting dark, Feng Zong personally sent them back to the Princess's Mansion.

Because of the custom that the bride and groom cannot meet on the eve of their wedding, An Ran lived in the Princess's Mansion, so Feng Zong sent Mu Qingli to the door of the mansion and left.

The weather today was not very good. It had been gray since morning, which was so depressing that it made people feel uneasy. It looked like it was going to snow. At that time, she was still worried that it would snow. If it snowed, it would not have much impact on tomorrow's wedding, but it would not be as good as a sunny day.

She was worried all the time, but as expected, on the way Feng Zong sent her back, snowflakes began to fall from the sky.

She stood at the door, watching Feng Zong's back as he left. What she was thinking about was why Jiang Ci didn't tell her when he returned to Beijing, and some other messy things. She felt more and more uncomfortable in her heart, but it was still within her tolerance.

Only when Feng Zong's figure disappeared did she turn around and walk towards the mansion. In just a short while, her shoulders were already covered with snowflakes.

When the servant at the door saw her come in, he hurriedly handed her the prepared umbrella. After taking the umbrella, she went straight to the warehouse. She did not bring Wanyue with her when she left today, so she asked Wanyue to help prepare the things needed for tomorrow's wedding. Although she was very confident in Wanyue, tomorrow was the wedding, so she still had to confirm it herself.

The snow was getting heavier at this time, and a thin layer of snow had already fallen in the yard. This was the first time she had seen snow in the past few years. She should have been happy and delighted, but for some reason today she did not feel much joy in her heart. Instead, she always felt a little uneasy.

The yard was quiet. It was dinner time for the guards and maids in the mansion. She walked towards the storehouse on the snow. However, just as she was about to pass through the archway and reach the storehouse, she heard a faint voice coming from inside. Although the voice was very soft, she could still confirm that it was Wanyue's voice. It sounded like she was arguing with someone.

Strangely enough, since this injury, her hearing seems to have improved significantly. She can now hear sounds that most people can't. This is also the reason why she hasn't been able to rest well recently, as the slightest sound can wake her up instantly. Fearing that others might worry about her, she kept this a secret, not even Wanyue.

So the sound coming from behind the arch may not be heard clearly by ordinary people, but it sounds particularly clear to her ears.

She thought that Wanyue was always carefree and usually would not have conflicts with others. She had been with Wanyue for so many years and knew her character quite well, so she was anxious to go in and take a look. However, just as she was about to take a step, the sound coming from inside made her freeze in an instant.

"Bai Yu, do you have any heart? Don't you have any idea how the princess treats us? For so many years, has she ever treated you and me as servants? Let's not talk about what happened in Dongli Town before. At that time, the master used her because the situation forced him to do so. But now, the master's goal has been achieved. Can't you just let her live a good life? She is already very pitiful. She was used and deceived by the person she trusted the most. Now the master has his own power in Shangjing and can compete with the eldest prince and others. Why doesn't he let her go now and even make a fuss about her marriage? People are all made of flesh and blood. You..."

"It's not the master's wish, it's the lord. You also know that the lord has always been strict with the master. This time the master..."