Chapter 490 - Chapter 490: They Flowed Out by Themselves
Chapter 490: They Flowed Out by Themselves
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Zhao Chuc.hu could not imagine such a scene.
Such a diplomatic person like Mr. Chen had punched Kang Liang?
She cast a suspicious glance at Xia Chengxuan.
Xia Chengxuan immediately understood the meaning behind her gaze. She quickly explained, “Chuchu, nothing is going on between me and Mr. Chen.”
“Ha. I didn’t say that anything was going on between the two of you. I just think it’s strange,” Zhao Chuchu replied with a smile.
She thought to herself, “Maybe Mr. Chen thinks otherwise?
However, Zhao Chuchu knew that the women of this era viewed their reputations as more important than their own lives. So, she did not joke about
Mr. Chen with Xia Chengxuan.
What if Xia Chengxuan could not accept it and committed suicide?
If Mr. Chen were genuinely interested in Xia Chengxuan, he would act independently. She did not need to meddle, lest she ruin things with her good intentions.
“Mr. Chen is quite righteous,” said Zhao Chuchu. “With him overseeing the clothing shop, both of you can be at ease.”
“That is right,” replied Kang Xiuwan pensively. “Mr. Chen is very capable. It is our good fortune to have found such a manager. Now, most matters in the shop are handled by him. He rarely causes headaches for us. He still offers suggestions for matters that would not be best for him to decide on.”
Zhao Chuchu commented, “It seems you are quite satisfied with this manager.”
“Naturally.”
“By the way, if Kang Liang comes to pester you again in the future, let Mr.
Chen help you out.”
Kang Xiuwan brushed it off, saying, “It would not be best always to trouble Mr. Chen. After all, this is our dispute with the Kang clan.”
“Just don’t let Kang Liang bully you all.”
Xia Chengxuan nodded and said, “I know. By the way, Chuchu, how has the Ruyu Center been recently? It seems to be quite famous in the capital. I keep hearing the madams talking about the Ruyu Center when they visit the shop.”
“Before this, I asked you to visit the Ruyu Center when you had free time to learn some things from Jixiang, but both of you did not do so. The Ruyu Center actually helps women regulate their bodies and become healthier,” explained Zhao Chuchu.
Recently, the Ruyu Center had been a hot topic in the capital.
The young maidens that Xie Heng had found had gotten used to the job and could teach introductory courses.
By word of mouth of the madams, the Ruyu Center had become their hangout place.
After two months of training, they could feel their bodies improving.
The women from the harems of large clans were susceptible to illness from being cooped up all day. Now that they had a place where they could meet with their friends and learn many things, who wouldn’t want to come?
“Forget about it. Now that the shop is so busy, I won’t go to the Ruyu Center to join in on the fun,” said Xia Chengxuan as she shook her head.
The main reason why she did not want to go was because she was divorced now. Those madams would not hang out with her. She also did not wish to seek out the contempt of others.
Zhao Chuchu did not try to persuade her.
During these past two months, Xia Chengxuan’s mood improved. She had also been busy in the shop daily, so her body was in much better condition than before.
Kang Xiuwan smiled and asked, “Then, can I go?
Zhao Chuchu replied, “Of course, you can.”
Kang Xiuwan looked at her mother and said, “Then, I will go over to the center in the afternoon in the future. Once I have learned the moves, I can come back and teach you. How about that?”
Xia Chengxuan said, “You dare declare that you want to steal Chuchu’s techniques right in front of her. Aren’t you afraid that she will get angry?
“Why would I?” asked Zhao Chuchu with a faint smile. “If she learns it, it is hers. How can that be considered stealing? A woman should learn some self-defense techniques. Don’t listen to the nonsense of those sour Confucians. One’s life is always more important than one’s dignity. Having another skill means having another means of self-preservation.” Xia Chengxuan fell silent.
Kang Xiuwan nodded in acknowledgment of Zhao Chuchu’s words.
Zhao Chuchu did not pursue the topic further.
She left after having dinner with them.
To her surprise, when she returned to the Xie residence, the Third Prince was actually there too at this time. When she reached home, the Third Prince happened to emerge from Xie Heng’s study.
The Third Prince nodded with a smile and greeted her, “Mrs. Xie.”
“Third Heir, why are you still here at this time of the night?” Zhao Chuchu asked as she approached him.
“I had something to discuss with Zizhao, but I plan to head back now. Sorry for disturbing you so late at night.”
“Third Heir, you’re being too polite. I just returned home too, so you didn’t disturb me at all.”
“Zizhao, I’ll take my leave first,” said the Third Prince with a smile as he turned around to inform Xie Heng.
Xie Heng saw him out. “Third Heir, be careful on your way home.”
The Third Prince took a few steps forward before he turned around and asked,
“Can Junjun come to visit my place two days later?”
“Of course, but I’ll have to trouble you to pick him up here.” Xie Heng would not stop the Third Prince from getting closer to his brother.
“Alright.” The Third Prince nodded and left in his carriage.
After Xie Heng closed the gate, Zhao Chuchu asked, “Was the Third Prince here for a matter related to the Kang clan?”
“Your guess is spot on,” praised Xie Heng as he laughed gently. “Did you visit the Xia residence?
“Yes. I even met Kang Liang.”
Xie Heng commented, “He is now a menace to society. He will not stay in Guangqing Province for long.”
Zhao Chuchu believed that Xie Heng’s words would soon come true.
Xie Heng has been quite busy recently.
Even Zhao Chuchu could hardly meet him.
Today was a rare occasion when he came home.
“Are you hungry? I’ll make you supper,” said Xie Heng as he prepared to head to the kitchen.
Zhao Chuchu stopped him, saying, “You don’t need to. I just came back from the Xia residence after having dinner. Why don’t you accompany me for stargazing since the sky is clear tonight?”
As someone who had lived in horrible conditions before, Zhao Chuchu was
very satisfied with her current living environment.
She admired everything, even a single tree.
After all, it stood quietly at its spot and would not attack anyone.
They climbed up to the rooftop and enjoyed the starry sky. Zhao Chuchu sighed, “We’re living in such a peaceful age. I love this place. Da Lang, how about you?
“I don’t love the place, but I love you,” confessed Xie Heng as he stared deeply into Zhao Chuchu’s eyes. “I have attachments to this world because of you.” Without her, everything was bland, and all the places looked the same.
Zhao Chuchu was stunned by Xie Heng’s instantaneous straight ball.
She stifled her laughter and teased, “Da Lang, this is not right. I’m talking about the love for nature and the world. How could you mention romance now? Isn’t this starry night beautiful?”
“I don’t know. All I know is that you look more beautiful to me.”
She was speechless.
She saw him in a new light!
Who had Xie Heng learned this from?
She said, “You are making my heart beat faster.”
He said, “What a coincidence. Mine is beating faster as well.”
Xie Heng grabbed Zhao Chuchu’s hand and pressed it against his chest.
“Can you feel it losing control over you?
Xie Heng’s heartbeat was indeed faster.
It was completely different from his calm expression.
Zhao Chuchu looked at him and gently scratched his nose as she said, “Stop reading so many lovey-dovey story books. You still have to take the Provincial Examination!”
Xie Heng smiled and said, “I have not been reading such story books. These words all came flowing out of my mouth by themselves. I have no control over them.”
She teased, “I never thought you knew how to sweet talk.”
“They flowed out by themselves. I did not do anything.”
Zhao Chuchu leaned her head on his shoulder and said, “If possible, I wish our lives could remain like this forever. Da Lang, is Third Heir inviting Junjun over to reveal to him his identity?”
“That should be his plan.”
“Is he changing plans and planning to let Junjun know about his lineage?