freenovelworld Chapter 27: I Don't Like It
Chapter 27: I Don't Like It
The servant returned to the Prime Minister's residence, his face filled with terror.
Xu Jinxin looked at the servant with a hint of doubt in her eyes.
The surrounding scholars all turned to look at the servant.
"Has the princess accepted the invitation yet?"
Unexpectedly, the servant simply opened his palm, and the invitation was in his hand.
"Miss, Her Highness the Princess has not accepted the invitation."
Seeing the servant trembling slightly, could it be that he was being threatened by Gan Luo?
"Why are you so terrified now? Did the princess say something?"
"I just feel that Her Highness the Princess's aura is too intimidating."
Upon hearing this, Shangguan Mufeng found himself inexplicably interested in the princess.
Is this princess really as rumored? A female demon?
He squinted as he sized up the servant.
"I never expected my cousin to return all the invitations, ha..."
Xu Jinxin really couldn't understand what Gan Luo was thinking.
She is the daughter of the Prime Minister, who is second only to the Emperor.
Even if you don't want to give her face, you should at least give her father some face.
"Has the princess said anything?"
"Yes!" With that "yes," Xu Jinxin clearly sensed that the servant seemed to...
"So what exactly did the princess say?"
The servant repeated Gan Luo's words verbatim.
Xu Jinxin's eyes dimmed slightly.
The scholars, however, were able to understand the meaning behind the words.
"This princess is truly a shrew! No wonder the Grand Tutor's son disliked her so much!"
One of the men, dressed in white, said somewhat angrily.
They chattered on and on, and in an instant, the Chen Prime Minister's residence resembled a marketplace.
"Please quiet down, everyone. I have something to say to you."
At that moment, they all felt sorry for Miss Xu.
"This princess is absolutely unreasonable!"
Xu Jinxin presented a gentle and charming appearance, with a warm smile on her face.
"It's alright. Let's set the date for the beginning of this month. I plan to prepare properly. What do you all think?"
When they heard it was at the beginning of the month, they all naturally agreed.
Although it was three days later before, it is now clear that because Gan Luo is too unreasonable, Miss Xu should make good preparations in order to avoid being picked on by him.
They couldn't help but feel sorry for Xu Jinxin.
Inside the Grand Tutor's residence, Zhao Wuji heard that the Prime Minister's residence was unusually lively today, and for a moment he was a little puzzled.
He went to the Prime Minister's residence in person, but to his surprise, he saw scholars coming out one after another as soon as he arrived at the gate.
Why are there so many talented people here? He was quite puzzled.
Just as I was about to go in and knock on the door, I unexpectedly saw Xu Jinxin.
Xu Jinxin saw Zhao Wuji smiling and ran up to him.
Zhao Wuji said indulgently, "Be careful, it wouldn't be good if you fell."
"Brother Wuji, what brings you here today?"
"I just saw so many young masters coming out of your manor. What's going on?"
Faced with her own question, Xu Jinxin naturally told Zhao Wuji the whole story.
"Are these young masters some poor scholars?"
After all, they had just seen a man dressed rather shabbily.
“Brother Wuji, I am a young lady from the Prime Minister’s mansion! How could the people I invited be poor and lowly? They are all young masters from prestigious families, some of whom are extremely wealthy!”
"So that's how it is," Zhao Wuji suddenly realized.
He then turned to look at Xu Jinxin and asked, "You seemed to be in a bit of a hurry earlier. Where are you headed?"
"Today I delivered a wedding invitation to the Princess, thinking she would accept it, but I didn't expect her to ask me to go in person and ask her what to say, so as to show my sincerity."
Zhao Wuji felt that Gan Luo was simply putting on airs like a pretentious person.
She's just the emperor's elder sister. What's so special about that?
"You've really suffered."
A hint of heartache flickered in Zhao Wuji's eyes.
Xin Ruyu happened to see this scene and found it rather amusing.
After all, Xin Ruyu had heard about their past grievances before.
Even before that, Gan Luo seemed to have been obsessed with Zhao Wuji... and liked him very much.
He originally thought it was someone with extraordinary talent or exceptional strength.
But now that I see him, he's just a pretty boy?
It's unbelievable that Gan Luo would like someone like this for so long; I really don't know what kind of taste Gan Luo has.
"Gan Luo actually sent you there personally, so you'd better be careful. If you suffer any injustice, come and tell me, understand?"
"Brother Wuji, you're so kind! I'll go right away then, lest the Princess think I'm not sincere if I stay any longer!"
She even emphasized the last few words.
Seeing Xu Jinxin gritting her teeth, I found it rather cute, so I reached out and pinched her cheek.
Xin Ruyu saw this scene clearly, and only eight words came to mind.
Dogs and dogs, they should be a perfect match.
As Zhao Wuji turned around after Xu Jinxin left, he was surprised to find himself being watched intently.
"Who are you?"
Zhao Wuji carefully examined the man in front of him, who was dressed in a magnificent purple robe with his hair cascading over his shoulders and purple boots adorned with gold thread. The man exuded nobility, and his captivating eyes seemed to be able to bewitch people.
"My name is Xin Ruyu."
Upon hearing the words "this king," Zhao Wuji knew that this was the Imperial Prince who had previously come to the capital to report on his duties.
I never expected to meet you today; it really is fate.
"I never expected it would be Your Highness... What a coincidence! I am the son of the Grand Tutor..."
Before he could even finish introducing himself, Xin Ruyu bluntly stated, "I know who you are."
Unexpectedly, the Prince knew that he was secretly delighted. He thought it best to build a good relationship with this prince, as it might help him expand his network of connections.
After all, it's always good to know more people.
Just as he was about to speak, Xin Ruyu spoke again.
"A few days ago, I was quite curious about what the person Her Highness the Princess liked looked like. Now that I have seen him, I thought he had something special about him, but now I think he is just ordinary. I wonder what kind of good fortune it is that made the Princess fall for you a few days ago."
These words left Zhao Wuji at a loss for words. He felt as if they were mocking him and implying that he was ungrateful.
He could sense that the Prince was scrutinizing him, but that scrutiny was filled with disdain...
I had hoped to get along well with this prince, but now it seems that it's impossible.
Hearing what he said, I wanted to refute him, but he was a prince, and if he got angry and complained to His Majesty, I would be the one who would suffer in the end.