0p0 Chapter 205: Trouble Again?
Chapter 205: Trouble Again?
Duanmu Chuze's words were like a thunderclap, striking directly at Mu Chang'an and Li Shi.
"Your Highness, are you joking? You are old enough to have your coming-of-age ceremony this year, but my daughter is only fourteen. It's not appropriate for her age." Mu Chang'an tried his best to calm himself down, but his slightly trembling voice betrayed his true feelings.
"It's alright, so what if I have to wait another two years? I can afford to wait!"
You may be able to wait, but the Emperor may not be willing! Of course, Mu Chang'an dared not say this aloud.
Li, standing to the side, swayed slightly. "Your Highness, your status is so noble. Our Anuan is truly unworthy of Your Highness. Please, Your Highness, do not joke about my daughter's reputation any further."
Duanmu Chuze had clearly not expected the couple's repeated rejections!
He thought that he was superior to Chu Rong in every way, whether in terms of status, appearance, or achievements. He thought that the couple should be happy to hear this, so why were they so hostile to him?
When Chu Rong saw that the two elders of the Mu family had no intention of letting A Nuan marry Prince Chang Le, he was naturally happy. However, Prince Chang Le was no ordinary prince; he was a prince of the blood! Moreover, he was the legitimate son of the current emperor and empress, and the younger brother of the crown prince. In addition, he had just returned with great military achievements. If he were to ask the emperor for permission, it would be troublesome.
"Your Highness, you have heard it yourself. Marriage is a serious matter, not a child's play. You once saved Anuan's life, and one day, this humble general will definitely visit you in person to express my gratitude!"
"What? Commander Chu, are you so sure you'll be able to marry Anuan?"
Duanmu Chuze's words undoubtedly made the atmosphere in the room stiff.
Li even felt that the air in the room was thin, and she felt as if she couldn't breathe.
"Hey, Ah Nuan, what are you doing standing here? I heard the Prince has arrived. Are you perhaps spying here?" Jin's somewhat shrill voice rang out, and for a moment, everyone in the room focused their attention on the light purple dress at the doorway.
At this moment, Mu Xin Nuan was already standing at the main entrance. She originally intended to speak up and stop their pointless confrontation, but little did she know that this Jin family member would suddenly appear.
Jin thought that everyone inside had heard her words clearly, and that they must have a worse impression of Mu Xin Nuan. She thought that a girl who only knew how to peep at men was simply a shameless person!
It seems that Madam Jin has forgotten that she is also a daughter-in-law of the Mu family. If Mu Xin Nuan's reputation is bad, it will not do her any good!
Jin's only thought now is that she has no daughter and wants to adopt Mu Xinyao, but the eldest branch of the family disagrees! Since that's the case, the second branch is having a hard time, so you shouldn't even think about having a peaceful life!
This is a typical example of someone who doesn't want others to enjoy their own comforts!
Mu Xin Nuan curled her lips, "Is Second Aunt's eye not good? I'm clearly standing here openly and honestly, so how can you say I'm peeping? Besides, if it weren't for the fact that the Prince was talking to General Chu inside just now, how could I have been waiting at the door without going in?"
His words were spoken in a calm tone, which not only absolved him of any responsibility but also portrayed Jin as someone who did not know proper etiquette!
She clearly knew that the Prince and General Chu were inside, yet this woman still dared to make a loud noise. She had absolutely no manners!
Following closely behind him into the courtyard was Mu Changping!
He had only caught the gist of Mu Xin Nuan's words; he hadn't heard what Jin Shi had said earlier. Now, having just entered the courtyard, he had overheard Mu Xin Nuan's disrespect towards his wife, which naturally made him feel uneasy.
"Anuan, how can you speak to your second aunt like that? Is this how your mother taught you manners?" Mu Changping deliberately made his voice colder, just to make it sound more authoritative.
"Second Uncle has misunderstood Anuan. Anuan was just standing at the main entrance, but as soon as Second Aunt entered the courtyard, she started shouting that Anuan was spying! There are so many servants guarding outside, are they all blind? Also, the door to this room has been open the whole time."
At this point, Mu Xin Nuan glanced at Duanmu Chu Ze and asked, "Didn't Your Highness see me appear early this morning? Did I try to avoid you?"
Mu Xin Nuan is gambling!
She gambled that since this Prince Chang Le was willing to marry her, he would naturally speak up for her. Moreover, he had saved her life twice. Such a man would not deliberately tarnish her reputation by siding with the second wife.
It has to be said, Mu Xin Nuan is really smart! This time, she made the right bet.
“Miss Mu’s words are true. I did see her, but I was talking to Commandant Chu at the time, so she stood respectfully at the door and did not come in. In fact, I, as the guest, have been somewhat impolite, making the host stand outside the door.”
Duanmu Chuze's support startled Mu Changping. Upon entering the house, he quickly bowed and then pulled Jin Shi aside, giving her a sharp glare!
After watching the two of them enter the house, Mu Xin Nuan raised an eyebrow, stepped over the threshold, bowed, and stood beside Li Shi.
Since she entered the room, her gaze had remained aloof and indifferent. She neither glanced at Prince Chang Le nor at Chu Rong, which made the two men somewhat uneasy.
Especially Chu Rong, who was already unhappy because of Chu Moli's matter. If she were to develop feelings for Prince Chang Le now, then he would truly have no chance at all.
"Your Highness, there are too many things to do today. How about this, I will definitely pay you a visit another day. What do you think?" Mu Chang'an saw that the second branch of the family had also come, and his daughter was also there. It would be inappropriate to discuss the marriage in front of them.
Duanmu Chuze naturally understood his meaning and nodded, "Very well, I have had some small gifts prepared today. They are all trinkets obtained when fighting the Turks at the border. I will give them to Miss Mu to play with."
A little gadget?
Mu Xin Nuan glanced at the mahogany box. If it were just a simple trinket, would it need to be placed in such an expensive box?
Just as Li was about to refuse, she saw her husband shake his head at her, so she could only swallow back the words she was about to say!
Just as Mu Xin Nuan was about to call him back and ask him to take his things away, she caught a glimpse of him holding an embroidered item and playing with it.
Upon closer inspection, Mu Xin Nuan's expression immediately changed!
What Duanmu Chuze held in his hand was none other than the gold filigree sachet that had suddenly disappeared three years ago.
But how did this thing end up in his hands?