flstandardbreds Chapter 98 Your Highness and I are husband and wife.
Chapter 98 Your Highness and I are husband and wife.
Jiang Mian ran all the way from the alley to the Prince's Mansion, her steps faltering and her heart pounding like a drum.
Fewer and fewer people were on the street, and every household kept their doors and windows tightly shut, and the entire long street soon became deserted.
The roar of lions behind her was deafening, mixed with the sounds of fighting, like a thousand-pound boulder crashing into her ears. Her legs were so weak she could barely stand, and her steps grew heavier and heavier.
Suddenly, a familiar voice came from ahead—
"Second sister!"
She looked up and saw Jiang Li.
By the window on the second floor of the restaurant, Jiang Li leaned against the railing and called out to her, "Come here quickly! It's dangerous outside!"
Before Jiang Wan could react, she saw the restaurant door open a crack, and Jiang Li ran down and waved to her.
"Hurry up! That beast might escape at any moment!"
Jiang Mian gritted her teeth, supported her knees, and dragged her feet toward the restaurant.
When Ning Zhi ran over, he happened to see Jiang Mian enter the restaurant, and the door slammed shut behind her.
He followed, the restaurant packed with people, a cacophony of whispers and hurried breathing, a noise that was quite unsettling. His gaze swept over the crowd; he wanted to call out to Jiang Mian, but fearing he would attract attention, he simply lowered his head and searched for her up the stairs.
Jiang Mian went upstairs to a guest room, and Jiang Li led her to sit down, looking very concerned.
"Were you frightened? Why did you come out alone? Wasn't the Prince with you?"
Jiang Mian shook her head, looking at Jiang Li with a hint of wariness.
Perhaps sensing her wariness, Jiang Li laughed and said, "Second sister, are you still wary of me? The lion is roaming outside, saving you is just a piece of cake. Although we had some disagreements before, we are still family."
She spoke with an unpredictable expression, as if she had simply happened to see her there.
Jiang Mian felt an unbearable stinging pain in her back, and she let out a soft grimace.
Jiang Li poured her some tea and casually said, "Have some hot tea. We'll see a doctor once it's safe outside."
She nodded, picked up the cup, and was about to drink when, as if possessed, she suddenly stopped at her lips.
Jiang Li watched her actions, raised an eyebrow, and said sarcastically, "What? Are you afraid I'll poison your tea?"
She casually picked up another cup, filled it with tea, tilted her head back, and drank it all to prove her innocence. Then, she said with great displeasure, "You don't appreciate kindness. You should be out there and be devoured by lions!"
She snorted coldly, slammed the teacup down, turned and walked out of the guest room, slamming the door shut behind her.
Jiang Mian looked at her fickle appearance, then at the water in her hand. After hesitating for a long time, just as she was about to drink it, the door was suddenly opened.
"Miss Jiang."
Ning Zhi stood at the door, her breathing slightly rapid.
"Your Highness?" Jiang Mian asked, somewhat surprised.
Ning Zhi walked straight to her side and asked, "Miss Jiang, were you frightened just now?"
"Yes...it was a bit scary. I didn't expect the lion to come straight at me."
His eyes darted away guiltily for a moment, then he asked, "You seemed to be injured just now, is it serious?"
His gaze fell on her slightly reddened wrist, and a faint frown appeared between his brows.
"Fortunately, it shouldn't be a big problem. It's just that there are wild beasts in the capital, I don't know where they came from... Your Highness should still be careful, there might be other beasts besides lions."
Jiang Mian pursed her lips, a hint of lingering fear flashing in her eyes.
When Ning Zhi met her concerned gaze, a feeling of inexplicable guilt welled up in her heart.
If she knew that today's events were orchestrated by the Grand Tutor and him together, she would probably feel a sudden surge of disgust towards him...
He remained silent, unsure of what to say, and the room fell silent for a moment.
Jiang Wan cleared her throat and slowly asked, "What brings Your Highness to the capital today?"
"I, I have come to see the Grand Tutor."
"Didn't the Grand Tutor go to the palace?"
Ning Zhi avoided her gaze, chuckled, and said, "Yes, the Grand Tutor has some matters to attend to and asked me to come and wait for him."
Jiang Wan nodded, without suspecting anything.
"Miss Jiang," Ning Zhi continued, "after careful consideration, I have already petitioned my father for a marriage decree regarding what you said at Yunxi Tower last time..."
Jiang Mian was overjoyed and quickly asked, "What did His Majesty say?"
"This matter is of great importance, and Father Emperor still needs to consider it. But rest assured, since I said I would bring you into the palace, I will keep my word."
Jiang Wan looked into his eyes and smiled, "Your Highness is the most trustworthy, I believe in Your Highness."
Just like in his previous life, Ning Zhi never disappointed her. He would always keep his promises to her.
She believed in him and that he would keep his word.
Looking into her eager gaze, Ning Zhi suddenly felt a strange sensation in her heart.
It was as if Jiang Mian and he had known each other for a long time.
Thinking this, he casually asked, "Miss Jiang's trust in me is so great, it's as if we've known each other for a long time."
Jiang Wan smiled sweetly: "Perhaps in our past lives, Your Highness and I were husband and wife."
"couple......"
The two words circled between his lips, and he had never thought before that they sounded quite pleasant.
Just like the person in front of him, he had endless sweet fantasies.
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In the next room, Jiang Li hummed a tune softly, her eyes full of joy.
She took a handkerchief and wiped the remaining water stains from Xie Cen's mouth, her voice gentle, as if coaxing a child: "Husband, be good, you can go play games later. There's a pretty little sister waiting for you in the next room."
"Great! Pretty little sister!"
Xie Cen responded foolishly, gesturing wildly.
Jiang Li lowered her eyes to hide a hint of smugness on her face, but a smile was still playing on her lips.
She felt as if she had been blessed by heaven. She was still struggling with how to invite Jiang Mian to come alone, but she never expected that a lion would appear today.
Since Heaven has opened its eyes, it's no wonder she acted so quickly.
This foolish husband in front of her should have been hers, Jiang Mian's!
When she and Xie Cen are caught in the act of lovemaking and lose control, all she needs to do is open the door, and Jiang Mian's innocence and the reputation of the Xie family will be ruined.
Jiang Li felt a surge of hatred and pleasure. She had suffered enough; it was time for them all to pay for it.
She glanced at Xie Cen again, her eyes crinkling with a smile: "Today's game is my husband's secret, and absolutely no one else should know about it."
Xie Cen covered his mouth with a silly grin, stomped his feet incessantly, and couldn't contain himself any longer.
"Husband, don't worry, I'll go see that pretty sister right now."
Jiang Li raised an eyebrow, walked to Jiang Mian's room, took a deep breath, and pushed open the door.
But the next moment, her smile froze on her face.
Why is the Crown Prince here too?!
Her gaze quickly fell on the cup on the table, wanting to confirm whether Jiang Mian had used it.
If she gets involved with the Crown Prince, that would be terrible. Chi Yu and the Empress would probably skin her alive!
Inside the room, Ning Zhi looked at her and asked calmly, "And who is this?"
Jiang Mian replied, "This is my eldest sister, and also the young mistress of the Xie Marquis's mansion."
Jiang Li smiled somewhat awkwardly and said, "This humble woman greets Your Highness the Crown Prince. I was unaware of Your Highness's arrival and have failed to greet you properly."
She glanced down at the table and noticed that the water in Jiang Mian's glass was still untouched, which made her breathe a slight sigh of relief.
However, unbeknownst to them, Ning Zhi still managed to catch this subtle movement.
He casually picked up the cup and asked, "Why is the young mistress staring at this cup? Are you perhaps thirsty?"
Jiang Li waved her hand awkwardly: "I, I'm not thirsty, thank you for your concern, Your Highness."
But Ning Zhi didn't let go; instead, he moved his hand forward even further, with a hint of command.
Jiang Mian knew Ning Zhi was sensitive and must suspect there was something wrong with the water. She explained, "Your Highness, my elder sister drank this water just now, and there was nothing wrong with it."
Ning Zhi lowered his gaze slightly, his smile faint: "The water is fine, but the cup is another matter. I've already become suspicious. If you wish to prove your innocence, young mistress, please drink this cup of water."
Jiang Li's fingers trembled, but she dared not refuse.
She took the cup, only to find her throat dry and she could barely breathe.
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