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Chapter 256 Getting to the bottom of things

Wen Jiayue and Shen Fuhan walked out of the Duke of Qi's mansion side by side.

Neither of them spoke, and they silently boarded the carriage.

Wen Jiayue was still clutching the note Pei Huaijin had given her tightly in her hand, feeling secretly anxious.

She was afraid that Shen Fuhan would find out, so she didn't dare to make any extra movements and could only hold it in her hand.

She thought to herself, "I'll find an opportunity to give it to Ruyi when we get to the restaurant."

The thought had barely formed in her mind when Shen Fuhan took her right hand.

Wen Jiayue stiffened slightly and subconsciously tried to pull her hand back.

Suddenly, she remembered that the note was in her left hand, and she relaxed again.

Shen Fuhan took in her resistance and gripped her hand even tighter.

He asked calmly, "What did you talk about with those two siblings at the restaurant?"

"It's nothing, just chatting," Wen Jiayue said, remembering something. "Oh, right, Xiao Jing invited me to her coming-of-age ceremony next month."

Shen Fuhan asked, "When?"

"October 30th," Wen Jiayue said without hesitation, "If Your Excellency is free, would you like to come along?"

Pei Shijing is the Duke of Qi's most beloved youngest daughter. Li Zhilan might also attend her coming-of-age ceremony, so it's safest for her to stay by Shen Fuhan's side.

Seeing that she had taken the initiative to invite him to go together, Shen Fuhan's expression softened a bit.

"it is good."

He then asked, "What else was said?"

Wen Jiayue assumed he was just making conversation, so she said, "Xiao Jing also invited our daughter to come along; she likes children."

The words "our daughter" made Shen Fuhan very happy.

He has a daughter with Wen Jiayue, but what does Pei Huaijin have? A laughable past?

People should always look forward; it's foolish to get stuck in the past and unable to move on.

Ah Yue is naturally clever. Perhaps she agreed to meet Pei Huaijin just to make things clear and make him give up on the idea.

Thinking of this, a ray of light entered Shen Fuhan's heart, which had been gloomy all day, bringing a touch of warmth to his face.

He nodded and said, "Okay, bring our daughter along."

As they spoke, they arrived at Peach Blossom Spring.

Wen Jiayue tried to pull her hand away, but Shen Fuhan didn't want to let go and led her out of the carriage.

She suddenly became a little anxious. How could she give the note to Ruyi now?

"My lord, there are people outside," she whispered. "Let me go."

Shen Fuhan didn't listen and only let go of her hand when her feet were firmly on the ground.

Wen Jiayue breathed a sigh of relief.

The first floor was full of men dining, so Shen Fuhan led her straight up to the second floor.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Wen Jiayue helped Ruyi up the steps and stuffed the note into her hand.

Ruyi was a little confused. She glanced at the anxious-looking lady in surprise and obediently clutched the things tightly.

Finally, Wen Jiayue breathed a sigh of relief as she handed this hot potato over to Ruyi.

After entering the private room, the two ordered dishes and remained silent for a while after the waiter left.

The room was quiet. Wen Jiayue opened the window, letting the noise from the street flood in like a tide.

As the autumn breeze caressed her face, Wen Jiayue squinted her eyes contentedly.

Shen Fuhan looked at her and said in a low voice, "If you like dining here, I will accompany you here often in the future."

Wen Jiayue looked at him in surprise: "No need, Marquis. You are busy with your affairs. I can manage on my own. I can also call my third sister."

Shen Fuhan paused for a moment, then asked, "Why didn't you invite her this time?"

Wen Jiayue choked for a moment, then explained, "My third sister gave me a lot of things last time, and I came out of the manor this time to return the favor."

"And why have you come here for a meal?"

Wen Jiayue answered fluently, "I suddenly miss the signature dishes here."

Everything makes sense. Shen Fuhan lowered his eyes and pondered. Perhaps, meeting Pei Huaijin was just a chance encounter?

Did he think too much?

Seeing him keep asking all sorts of questions, Wen Jiayue felt a little uneasy, but fortunately, all her reasons were perfectly valid.

Even if Shen Fuhan went to Shen Funian to verify, he would still get this answer.

Wen Jiayue couldn't help but feel fortunate that Shen Funian had stopped her on the way and actually helped her.

After having a meal at Peach Blossom Spring, Shen Fuhan asked, "Where should we buy a gift?"

Seeing that he seemed to want to accompany her, Wen Jiayue asked in surprise, "Isn't Your Excellency going back to the Dali Temple?"

“I’m not going back,” Shen Fuhan said. “I’ve already asked for leave.”

Wen Jiayue nodded: "Your Excellency doesn't need to accompany me. You should go and attend to your business."

He paused for a moment, then asked, "What important matter?"

“Since you’re asking for leave, you must have something important to do,” Wen Jiayue looked at him with a puzzled expression. “Otherwise, why would the Marquis ask for leave?”

She wouldn't be so presumptuous as before, thinking it was all for her sake.

Shen Fuhan paused for a moment, then said, "It's all done."

Wen Jiayue didn't ask any more questions about the specifics, since he wouldn't tell her anyway, so why bother?

"Let's go then, to the Fragrant Pavilion."

She planned to give Shen Funian some calming incense, as she had been quite angry lately because of Yao'er's studies.

After selecting several incense sticks and sachets, Wen Jiayue prepared to pay the bill.

Shen Fuhan suddenly spoke up: "Buy some more."

Wen Jiayue asked doubtfully, "Isn't that enough?"

But thinking about it, it makes sense. Shen Funian gave her quite a lot of things last time, and she only gave her incense, which seemed a bit stingy.

Just as he was about to suggest going to other places later, Shen Fuhan said, "I need some too."

Wen Jiayue: "...?"

She felt that no one was calmer than Shen Fuhan. What was the point of him buying this? Was he going to compare it with incense to see who could calm their mind better?

She was a little speechless, but she still bought one of each as before, since Shen Fuhan was paying for it anyway.

After leaving the Fragrant Pavilion, Wen Jiayue went to the Treasure Pavilion and picked out a few more pieces of jewelry before heading home.

Although she didn't show it, she kept the contents of the note in her mind.

The sooner I finish reading it, the sooner I burn it; I absolutely cannot let Shen Fuhan see it.

Having made up her mind, Wen Jiayue said, "My lord, let's go back to the manor."

Shen Fuhan nodded slightly.

Back at the Marquis's residence, Wen Jiayue prepared to visit Chang Le Yuan herself, and Shen Fuhan surprisingly followed her there.

Wen Jiayue looked at him with a puzzled expression. It wasn't a big deal, so why was he following her?

Shen Fuhan asked calmly, "What, can't I go?"

“No, that’s not it,” Wen Jiayue thought for a moment, “It’s just that I feel the Marquis has been too leisurely lately.”

He asked, "Isn't this better?"

Wen Jiayue swallowed back the word "not good" and could only nod.

"pretty good."

Shen Fuhan pressed for details: "What's so good about it?"

Wen Jiayue: "...Grandmother will be very happy if the Marquis has time to spend with her."

"Are you unhappy?"

“I’m happy too,” Wen Jiayue glared at him. “If you ask again, I’ll be unhappy.”

Shen Fuhan shook his head and chuckled: "Alright, I'll spend the whole day with you."

He silently added in his mind, "Not just today."

Wen Jiayue gave him a strange look. Had Shen Fuhan been possessed?