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Zhou Cuiping had been feeling as if Ruyan's figure was constantly flickering before her eyes these past few days. The Su hadn't sought her out again, which left her feeling somewhat uneasy.
"I can't let myself be anxious," she thought.
She prepared some food and wine, sending a servant to invite Gu Sheng.
"Gu Sheng, please, take me," she pleaded, deliberately throwing the food and wine all over the floor.
Then she grabbed Gu Sheng's arm, begging him persistently.
Gu Sheng pushed her onto the bed and kissed her.
Afterward, Zhou Cuiping nestled in Gu Sheng's embrace.
"Gu Sheng, you must marry me."
"Alright, I will marry you."
Zhou Cuiping finally received the answer she longed for and fell asleep contentedly.
"What? He's getting married?" The Su heard the news with a calm demeanor.
"Good, then I'll make preparations."
Zhou Cuiping felt a twinge of anxiety; she couldn't shake the feeling that The Su was deceiving her.
"Gu Sheng, go urge your mother."
Gu Sheng nodded and went to press The Su every night.
"Mother, when will I get married?"
The Su sighed, handling accounts as she replied, "Sheng'er, your mother is busy every day managing the household; can't you be a little more understanding?"
Gu Sheng was taken aback.
Indeed, his mother was overwhelmed with the affairs of the inner quarters every day; how could he act like this?
"I'm sorry, Mother."
Gu Sheng lowered his head, feeling deeply remorseful.
"Alright, go eat now," The Su smiled gently. "Let's have dinner."
At the dining table, Gu Sheng, the Su, and Ruyan were having a meal together. Gu Sheng hadn't seen Ruyan for several days, and she still looked as beautiful as ever. However, today she seemed particularly vibrant. Gu Sheng couldn't help but steal a few extra glances at her.
Later that evening, Ruyan helped the drunken Gu Sheng back to his courtyard. Stumbling on his feet, he accidentally pushed Ruyan down beneath him. He blinked and looked at Ruyan in front of him. She was truly stunning. He swallowed hard, his heart racing.
Their eyes met, and their lips brushed against each other.
"Mm—"
Gu Sheng's eyes widened, and his heart raced even faster. He quickly got up and pulled Ruyan to her feet.
"I'm sorry, Ruyan, I didn't mean to."
"It's okay," she replied, shaking her head before covering her face and running away.
As Gu Sheng watched her retreating figure, an unusual feeling stirred within him.
The next day, Gu Sheng saw Ruyan in the Su courtyard. She acted as if nothing had happened, just like before. He couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
"Hmph!" Zhou Cuiping scoffed coldly, grabbing Ruyan by the collar and slapping her. "You shameless woman, how dare you seduce Gu Sheng!"
Ruyan said nothing and ran away while covering her face. Zhou Cuiping attempted to chase after her but was stopped by Gu Sheng.
"Gu Sheng, let go of me! That shameless woman seduced you; I need to teach her a lesson!"
Gu Sheng was a bit angry. "Zhou Cuiping, you are going too far!"
After saying that, he turned to leave.
Zhou Cuiping was taken aback and hurried after him. "Gu Sheng, wait for me!"
Gu Sheng stopped in his tracks. "Zhou Cuiping, why did you hit her?"
"She was flirting with you!" Zhou Cuiping replied defiantly.
"You saved my life; I won't be ungrateful." Gu Sheng turned around to chase after Zhou Cuiping.
The Su had thought for a long time and decided to visit the Su Residence.
"Sister-in-law, that Zhou Cuiping, Sheng'er will marry no one but her."
Su Xiawei took a sip of tea. "Then let's put her to the test."
"How do we test her?" The Su was very curious.
"If he wants to marry her, he must love Sheng'er with his life."
The Su thought this idea was quite good. "Alright, I'll go back and prepare."
Gu Sheng and Zhou Cuiping had meals together every day. Sometimes, Ruyan would also show up.
Gu Sheng had promised Zhou Cuiping that he would no longer meet Ruyan. However, since Ruyan lived in the residence, they would inevitably run into each other.
Every time they met, Ruyan would greet him normally.
While Gu Sheng felt relieved, there was also a hint of disappointment. Previously, he had thought that Ruyan had feelings for him.
It seemed that he had overthought things.
A few days later, Su and Gu Sheng went to the temple to seek a wedding date. Gu Sheng brought Zhou Cuiping, while Su brought Ruyan, and they all headed to the temple together.
"Gu Sheng, I want to ride a horse," Zhou Cuiping whispered in Gu Sheng's ear.
"Alright, I'll take you," he replied.
On the carriage, Su and Ruyan exchanged glances and smiled at each other.
On the way back, Gu Sheng and Zhou Cuiping were wrapped up in their affectionate moments, while Ruyan sat alone, feeling cold and distant.
As they approached the city gate, Gu Sheng and the others were ambushed.
"There's an assassin! Run!" Gu Sheng shouted as he grabbed Zhou Cuiping and fled.
Zhou Cuiping glanced back at Ruyan, then released Gu Sheng's hand and turned to run away.
Gu Sheng watched her retreating figure, filled with disbelief.
"Gu Sheng, be careful!" Ruyan suddenly pushed Gu Sheng aside, taking an arrow meant for him.
"Ruyan!" Gu Sheng cried out as he caught her falling body.
"Hurry, back to the manor!"
Gu Sheng held Ruyan tightly as they climbed into the carriage.
"Quickly, back to the manor!"
Gu Sheng continued to hold Ruyan as they rushed into the carriage.
"Please, Gu Sheng, save me!" Ruyan grasped his collar weakly, her voice barely above a whisper.
"Ruyan, you'll be fine, you will definitely be fine!"
Gu Sheng's voice trembled as he searched desperately for Centennial Ginseng, but found nothing. Ruyan lay in his arms, breathless.
"Ruyan, Ruyan!"
Gu Sheng cried out in anguish.
"Cousin, the young lady has always liked you. She was so pitiful," Su Xiaoxiao sighed.
Gu Sheng shot up suddenly, "What did you say?"
"I said, the young lady has always liked you. She has been secretly watching you all along. Didn't you notice?" Su Xiaoxiao sighed again.
Gu Sheng collapsed onto the bed, his eyes vacant.
"Ruyan, Ruyan..."
He murmured, filled with regret.
Zhou Cuiping heard that Ruyan was gone and felt a sense of relief wash over her. The one who threatened her position was finally gone. Yet, the wedding still had not arrived.
"Gu Sheng, when are we getting married?"
Zhou Cuiping asked, unable to contain her impatience.
"Cuiping, Ruyan just passed away. I can't think about marriage right now. Can you understand?"
Zhou Cuiping nodded, "Alright."
Gu Sheng held her close, his thoughts lingering on Ruyan. His feelings for Zhou Cuiping were always mixed with gratitude and a sense of obligation. In truth, he didn't like her that much at all.
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