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Sister Yun's expression darkened further after hearing Chen Yan'er’s words, and she continued earnestly, "Qing Luan, I know many wealthy young masters. I can help you choose an outstanding one who will make you his legitimate wife. What do you think?" The Young Marquis was indeed a rather lecherous man, and it would be difficult for anyone to take him seriously.
"A woman should not marry two men; don't be so shameless," Chen Yan'er shouted immediately upon hearing this.
"Heh heh... ha ha..." Qing Luan initially chuckled softly in mockery but soon couldn't contain herself and burst into laughter at Chen Yan'er's outburst.
"What are you laughing at?" Seeing such an unfamiliar side of Chen Yan'er, Qing Luan felt a sudden chill. "I’m speaking the truth. If you don’t believe me, just ask the people here." The people around were all Young Ladies from noble families, well-versed in the virtues of womanhood; they would be the best judges.
"Chen Yan'er," Qing Luan finally stopped laughing and spat out the name through gritted teeth, a sinister smile creeping onto her face as she lowered her head to play with her fingers. "You really will stop at nothing to achieve your goals!" She had probably thought of designing Azure Phoenix in much the same way back then, which ultimately led to her own downfall.
"What nonsense are you talking about?" Chen Yan'er’s face changed as she anxiously replied, "I’m doing this for your own good. You are my dear sister... I know the pain of being a concubine myself. Now that the Young Marquis is willing to marry you as his wife, what more could you possibly want?" That damned woman—once I have you under my control, I’ll make your life worse than death.
"Heh heh, if things are truly as good as you say, why wouldn’t your own sister want it?" A cold mocking voice interrupted, followed by a clear questioning tone that shifted everyone's attention.
Is it her? Qing Luan hadn’t expected that noble girl would speak up for her, especially at such a moment when Chen Yan'er was so desperate. She couldn’t help but smile in gratitude, even though she didn’t need anyone’s help.
Seeing her ploy had some effect, Chen Yan'er noticed that aside from Sister Yun and Chen Qingluan, everyone else was on her side. She cast a disdainful look at Chen Qingluan, feeling confident that this time Chen Qingluan would have to back down. However, she was taken aback by the unexpected voice and immediately felt anger rising within her.
"Miss, there are some things you shouldn’t meddle in if you don’t know the full story. Do you actually agree with her? Do you wish for a woman to marry two husbands?" The tone became increasingly rude as she realized this person was not someone she recognized and likely came from outside the capital.
"She hasn’t married before, and the Marquis's Residence hasn’t sent any betrothal gifts; how can this be called a woman marrying two husbands?" The calm response hit home, and her eyes sparkled with clarity. "You scheme against your own sister like this and still claim to have good intentions? Heh heh, I see that it’s fortunate if you don’t end up harming her; wanting to do good for her is something only extraordinary people can handle!"
Once those words were spoken, some who had been standing with Chen Yan'er seemed to awaken suddenly; their gazes toward Qing Luan softened considerably compared to their earlier sharpness.
Feeling exposed by such pointed remarks, Chen Yan'er wanted to explode with anger but had to hold back in front of so many people. Instead of confronting that person directly, she fixed her gaze on Qing Luan and demanded, "So do you agree or not?"
"Are you trying to force a marriage?" This question amused Qing Luan, and she stopped pretending to be pitiful. Instead, she shot a sideways glance at Chen Yan'er and said, "Do you think that holding onto the Chen Residence and the title of Young Marquis can compel me to marry that man who has been plotting against me like a puppet?"
In this life, Chen Yan'er's greatest mistake was taking on more than she could handle, ultimately leading her to a fate worse than death.
"Don't come in here; you can't enter," the commotion outside piqued the curiosity of those inside who turned to look.
" Luan'er," it was the Young Marquis who barged in with his entourage. The moment he saw Qing Luan, he called out affectionately but was blocked by others.
Seeing this scene, Qing Luan realized that today's business was not going to happen. She addressed the onlookers, saying, "Ladies and gentlemen, I apologize, but due to unforeseen circumstances, Jade Pavilion must close for the day. As for any inconvenience caused today, Jade Pavilion will ensure that everyone receives satisfactory compensation... Sister Yun, please inform everyone that customers who selected items today will receive a two-thirds discount, and those who did not purchase will receive a small gift as an apology..."
"Understood!" The young lady finally regained her composure and prepared to confront them face-to-face.
"You... how can you give that away?" Huang exclaimed upon seeing one of the girls who had just sat beside her holding the Buddhist beads she had purchased for a thousand taels of silver. The fact that this was meant to be a small gift for customers was something she could not accept.
"Why not?" Sister Yun looked at Huang's shocked expression with delight and provocatively added, "This is the cheapest item at Jade Pavilion; we really have nothing else to give!"
Huang gritted her teeth in anger but felt helpless; after all, it wasn't her property, and she had no grounds to object.
The young ladies slowly left with their compensation gifts, except for the girl who had defended Qing Luan. She kept her eyes fixed on Qiu Mingqi, her gaze filled with complex emotions.
"Miss, you may leave now," Sister Yun said with a smile as she noticed the girl had paid for her items but still stood there without any intention of leaving.
"She is my friend; treat her well," Qing Luan said upon noticing that the girl was staring at Qiu Mingqi. It seemed she must know him; it was just strange why Qiu Mingqi did not recognize her.
"Yes, miss, please follow me," Little Luo immediately stepped forward to greet her.
This series of changes left Chen Yan'er and the others dumbfounded, while Qing Luan exuded an air of arrogance that seemed to look down on everything, which was even more astonishing.
" Luan'er, you..." Qiu Mingqi suddenly realized something, a flash of ecstasy in his eyes as he feigned surprise and asked, "Who exactly are you?"
"Hah," seeing that he was asking knowingly and not ignoring the joy in his eyes, she coldly replied, "With such a clear situation, does the Young Marquis still need me to explain?" It was enough of a facade; she didn't find it disgusting at all.
"Miss," Qin'er called out softly as soon as her identity was no longer concealed.
"Qin'er?" Huang recognized her and immediately exclaimed, "You're still alive?" What was going on? Why were both Chen Qingluan and Qin'er still alive? She had sent people to kill everyone in the village; why were they still here?
Qin'er knew she had let the cat out of the bag. She smiled and blinked, saying, "I wonder why the lady thinks I should be dead? The miss is doing just fine; how could I, as her servant, rest easy if I were dead?" I must stay alive to watch over you!
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