She accidentally flirted with the villain and was fiercely criticized as the regent for forcibly mar

Although she didn't see through the real reason, the fact that she was approached with an ulterior motive made her feel awkward, but it also showed that she wasn't as stupid and brainless as others had described.

Jiang Ruining looked distressed: "I don't know why my mother hates me so much. She oppresses and humiliates me at every turn. She even shouted and threatened to kill me in my yard when I was seriously ill. I was scared and didn't know who to turn to for help."

"I'm bothering you because I know you're on good terms with my brother, have a position in the court, and my mother used to always praise you. I thought that if I could get your care and protection, my life would be better."

"Now that my father and brother will be returning to the capital soon, I no longer need to live in constant fear that my mother might silently torment me to death."

Shao Yunting's expression didn't change much; he seemed to be listening attentively.

Jiang Ruining's thick, long eyelashes became damp with moisture and trembled slightly: "Family scandals shouldn't be aired in public, but I just wanted you to know the biggest reason I'm bothering you. I love my brother very much, so even if it's just to avoid putting him in a difficult position, I won't do anything inappropriate again."

She took a deep breath.

He performed a proper curtsy.

"I apologize once again to the Duke. I am truly sorry for what happened before."

After saying that, she turned around and prepared to leave.

For some reason, Shao Yunting felt somewhat uncomfortable.

He reached out and grasped her wrist.

Jiang Ruining seemed to have been scalded by boiling water, and tried to pull her hand back forcefully, but failed.

His expression was panicked: "What are you doing?"

Shao Yunting's eyes were deep, filled with a hint of guilt: "It was my fault for not discovering your predicament in time. I will protect you until your uncle and brother return."

Jiang Ruining was momentarily stunned by his deep gaze, but she was not moved!

Would a cunning and calculating male protagonist really believe just because of a few words from her? Would he feel guilty?

It's all for the purpose of getting information from her later!

"We're not related, so you have no obligation to take care of me. I'm not angry, and I don't think there's anything wrong with it. Please let me go; it's not good if others see this!"

Shao Yunting didn't loosen his grip; instead, he tightened it even more: "Promise me that we'll meet at the Zhengyang Lake dock in three days, and then I'll let go."

Jiang Ruining was taken aback.

How could this person be like this!

She was extremely flustered and kept feeling a chill down the back of her neck, as if someone was glaring at her.

His eyes darted around frantically, afraid someone would see him. He was about to confront the female lead, or the menacing figure would suddenly reappear. He nodded haphazardly, "Okay! I understand, let go!"

Agree first, then discuss.

Anyway, there's no law that says you have to keep your promise if you agree to it!

Shao Yunting saw through her little scheme: "A dog would break a promise."

Jiang Ruining paused in her struggle, staring at him speechlessly: "..." I have a million "&￥#@￥#"s to say, but I don't know if I should!

Looking at her face, which was filled with "How could you be such a jerk?", Shao Yunting's smile became more genuine.

He slowly released his grip.

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Jiang Ruining rubbed her wrist, which had been scratched red, and glared at him again.

Get out of here quickly.

I walked a dozen or so steps.

Something just came to mind.

They turned back again.

"There's something you might not know yet, let me tell you!"

Shao Yunting asked patiently, "What is it?"

Jiang Ruining opened her lips, then closed them again.

I looked around.

Move closer to him.

A glint of "Just as I thought" flashed in Shao Yunting's eyes, and she even prepared herself to be taken advantage of.

Jiang Ruining didn't actually notice the change in his eyes, but having read the novel three times and carefully examined every passage, she could guess what the male protagonist was thinking.

She stopped and frowned at him. "If it weren't a secret that couldn't be revealed, I wouldn't have come near you! If you're not worried about being overheard, I can walk a little further away before we talk."

Shao Yunting always thought he was good at hiding his abilities.

As a result, I was seen through twice today by this seemingly foolish woman!

He was somewhat shocked.

I took the initiative to approach them again.

"Tell me, I'll listen carefully."

Jiang Ruining snorted angrily, remaining motionless, letting him figure out how to hear clearly: "Shao Yunxi's face wasn't ruined by accidental falling into the water; Cui Jingwei deliberately pushed him in the chaos."

Shao Yunting's eyes suddenly turned cold.

He suddenly stood up straight and stared intently at her.

Jiang Ruining let him stare at her: "I was sick the day Shao Yunxi fell into the water and didn't go out at all. These words were told to me by people who saw her push people."

Tell the male lead that you want to win his favor and make him stop dwelling on the past.

Shao Yunting neither said she believed him nor disbelieved him, but her eyes clearly turned cold: "What reason would she have to do this?"

Jiang Ruining said, "Because the Cui family wants to win you over, and Shao Yunxi doesn't like her. She said to you that she was pretentious, arrogant, and not good enough for you. These words were relayed to Cui Jingwei. She knows that you dote on your sister and was afraid that you would take them to heart, so she held a grudge."

Shao Yunting frowned.

Because her younger sister did say in private that Cui Jingwei was pretentious and hypocritical.

Jiang Ruining added, "If you don't believe me, you can send someone to investigate thoroughly. It's not difficult at all for people like you with power and influence. Also, I said I wouldn't bother you anymore, and I won't go back on my word, much less resort to underhanded slander!"

Done.

She ran away as fast as she could.

Shao Yun stood there watching the bright figure disappear around the corner, his eyes gradually darkening.

Cui Jingwei, it's best if it's not you!

otherwise.

No matter whose daughter you are or how noble your status is, don't think you can get away unscathed after hurting his family!

……

Back to the pearl-embroidered curtain.

Zheng Lingyi was talking to someone, and there was no trace of trouble on her face.

Her brother was standing nearby. When he saw her appear, he looked at her with something hard to tell in his eyes.

Their eyes met, and the two simultaneously exchanged friendly and familiar smiles.

He nodded.

That means we've already given them a heads-up.

Jiang Ruining sat back in her seat, staring at the "waves" on the top of the tent with a troubled expression.

Male and female protagonist.

One of them lost everything overnight, was weak and pitiful, and was even scolded by the original owner as a thief. He was shameless for stealing other people's things after his own parents died. He ran out of the mansion in grievance and hid in a street corner to cry secretly.

A young boy loses his father and is forced to grow up overnight to uphold the dignity of the Ningguo Duke's mansion. In order not to worry or frighten his widowed mother and younger siblings, he forces himself not to shed tears.

Hearing the little girl murmur about her life story, I felt pity for her and held her and comforted her for the whole afternoon.

At that time, the female lead was only seven years old. The male lead only felt sympathy for her and nothing developed between them. Moreover, the male lead was busy with his experiences and growth, and the two never saw each other again.

Three months ago.

On the day the male protagonist returned to the capital, one rode his horse through the street, while the other sat by the window of a teahouse facing the street, and they both caught a glimpse of each other.

One was stunning, the other made my heart flutter.

The original owner was present at the time and saw everything. She also knew that once Madam Jiang knew Chu Jin's intentions, she would do everything she could to help her. So she deliberately pestered her, trying to steal her away and disgust them.

And today.

The male and female leads should meet in the martial arts arena, be surprised to recognize each other, and then start exchanging glances. They should also encounter each other in various situations, help each other out, and experience a surge in their feelings for each other!

The plot, which was supposed to be a proper reunion, went awry!

Although she didn't cause the destruction, she was definitely involved in some way.

If the two of them get together again, and the female lead and her die-hard fans find out that she met and talked with the male lead today, will they hate her and come looking for trouble?

A cool breeze enveloped her, and Jiang Ruining took a deep breath. The coolness instantly turned into a damp, bone-chilling cold, and she shivered.

I'm even more worried...

"I didn't see you at the training grounds just now." Chu Jin returned to her seat earlier and said with a smile, "You're always just there to watch the excitement, I thought you'd go watch!"

Jiang Ruining's heart skipped a beat, feeling a little guilty: "It's too hot, I don't want to go out and squeeze into the crowd."

Chu Jin said with a hint of sarcasm, "The Duke of Shao is here too!"