The Cousin Is About to Marry，The Abstinent Young Lord Loses Control-Chapter 92: Back in the Capital, She Can’t Run Anymore

Chapter 92: Chapter 92: Back in the Capital, She Can’t Run Anymore

Xie Yunzhen received the news halfway.

Ji Mingzhu has returned to the capital, currently still on the ship.

Along with this, he also received the background and aftermath of the incident involving Yuan Changan.

The matter was connected to Du Peifang.

A brief thought, Xie Yunzhen understood Ji Mingzhu’s intention in returning to the capital.

She wants revenge for Yuan Changan.

Or, she’s simply unwilling to be bullied anymore; if someone strikes her, she wants to strike back.

The Du Family’s influence in the capital is deep-rooted; how can she counter them alone?

Xie Yunzhen carefully put away the letter paper.

This might be his last chance.

After all, he has never been a good person; seeing hope, he has no reason to let it slip.

Mingzhu doesn’t like him to push her step by step, so he’ll change his approach.

Lure her to come to him, use him.

As long as he can be with Mingzhu, he would savor it.

Xie Yunzhen immediately turned back to the capital.

He dared not delay along the way and unexpectedly returned to the capital before Ji Mingzhu.

Once preoccupied with official duties daily, he suddenly found spare time and visited the dock every day.

Even though he knew exactly when Ji Mingzhu would arrive and there was no need to come, he still did.

One evening, Xie Yunzhen finally saw the girl he had been longing for day and night.

She wore a plain dress, stepping off the ship against the sunset glow.

Though a bit far, Xie Yunzhen could clearly see Ji Mingzhu’s every move.

Her dress fluttered, and the silk band on her bundled hair danced with the wind.

Three thousand strands of black hair carelessly gathered behind her, with rebellious wisps occasionally brushing her cheeks.

Amidst the bustle, she stood out the most.

Without any jewelry, she appeared pure and ethereal, unlike a mundane person.

His silent heart began to beat, vigorously and vibrantly.

His gaze lingered on Ji Mingzhu, unable to look away.

If possible, he wished to approach her.

Even disregarding societal judgment, he wanted to embrace her, kiss her cheek.

At this moment, longing poured forth.

Xie Yunzhen had to grip the railing tightly to restrain his impulse to walk up to Ji Mingzhu.

No rush.

Now that she’s back in the capital, she can’t run away.

This time, he won’t let go unless he also departs this world.

Otherwise, he will never hand over his treasure.

From the moment Ji Mingzhu exited the cabin, she sensed a gaze fixated on her.

Intense, possessive.

Such a gaze, she’s felt only from Xie Yunzhen.

Not far, there was a teahouse with a clear view of the dock; Ji Mingzhu looked up candidly.

She didn’t see anyone, only a dark figure flashed past the window.

She smirked slightly and continued forward with a calm demeanor.

"Miss, it’s getting late; today you can only settle for a night at the inn, tomorrow the maids will prepare the house for you to move in."

The main house of the Ji Family sheltered several branches initially.

Unwilling to leave, Ji Mingzhu simply sold the house.

Besides the residence, there’s a two-entry courtyard in the west of the city, set as dowry while her mother was alive.

Now living alone, it’s adequate enough.

Though the gatekeeper guards the house, it’s been uninhabited for years and still needs a cleaning.

Ji Mingzhu wasn’t in a hurry, "Let’s settle at the inn for a few days first."

She took an additional look at the teahouse before boarding the carriage.

Hiding behind the window, Xie Yunzhen let out a sigh.

Tianshui couldn’t help but ask, "Young Master, didn’t you come to the dock to see Miss? Why didn’t you go out just now?"

Xie Yunzhen felt both sour and bitter inside.

"She doesn’t want to see me."

Though he has resolved not to let Ji Mingzhu leave this time.

Yet the thought of her resentful gaze, her rejecting attitude, drained his courage.

He dearly missed Mingzhu, but dared not approach her. 𝐟𝐫𝕖𝗲𝘄𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝕧𝐞𝚕.𝕔𝕠𝐦

This tangled emotion was like a foreign object stuck in his throat.

Neither advancing nor retreating.

Unable to move forward nor turn back.

Seeing the Young Master’s restless and uneasy look, Tianshui wanted to scold him for being spineless.

Wasn’t he quite domineering before? Directly pursuing Yuan Family and declaring his intentions to everyone.

How come after a few months, he’s become so hesitant?

Emotions really are complicated!

Xie Yunzhen dared not show up in front of Ji Mingzhu, only following her carriage at a distance.

Seeing her checked into an inn, fearing trouble seekers, he arranged a team of Hidden Guards to protect her.

Ji Mingzhu stood by the window, watching that carriage.

The person inside never showed up.

Compared to before, his way of acting has changed.

Both knowing the other’s presence, yet neither took a step forward.

Like a cat pursuing a mouse, it was more difficult to cope with than before.

Ji Mingzhu closed the window, and the room fell dark.

Gold lit a candle in haste, "Miss, should we inform the Second Madam?"

"Yes."

Ji Mingzhu replied, "Aunt must be worried about me; seeing her will assure her."

She wouldn’t return to the Duke Mansion, needing to arrange a meeting instead.

Gold laid out the letter paper, and ink was prepared.

Ji Mingzhu wielded the brush and eloquently wrote a full page, reassuring Mrs. Guan she’s well.

Gold watched with empathy.

Miss’s marriage prospects have faced twists and turns, now back in this troublesome place.

So many want to cause her distress; can they have peaceful days ahead?

Silently sighing.

Consoling herself that good things take time, Miss’s fortune awaits.

After Ji Mingzhu finished the letter, Gold sealed it while sharing the news she’d heard.

"Miss, Mrs. Zheng’s had an incident."

Ji Mingzhu looked puzzled but then understood Gold referred to Du Peilan.

Having gone to Yangzhou, she didn’t think of this person.

Now that she’s back in the capital, some news needs clarity.

"What happened to her?"

Gold spared no detail, "Mrs. Zheng was kidnapped by bandits, gravely injured, her reputation lost, and a divorce petition initiated by the Zheng family for the scholar."

Divorce is a disgraceful affair.

It’s hard for ordinary people to accept, let alone someone proud like Du Peilan.

Who knows how heartbroken and sorrowful she might be?

Ji Mingzhu pondered for a moment, "Did she return to Du Family?"

"Yes, I hear Mrs. Du wants to send her to a temple for penance; she refused, claiming her stepmother wants her dead, and caused a scandal by hanging herself at the mansion gates."

Ji Mingzhu chuckled lightly, "She survives?"

Gold nodded, "She does."

Ji Mingzhu asked again, "Do the Du Family still insist on her becoming a nun?"

Gold shook her head.

"Then where’s the joke; hasn’t she achieved her goal?"

Under numerous watchful eyes, Mrs. Du can’t afford to mistreat Du Peilan at this critical juncture.

Once the hype settles, she’ll likely recover well enough physically.

As long as she’s alive, there’s a chance to start anew.

Far better than her previous life!

Both Du Peilan and Du Peifang stirred trouble for Ji Mingzhu.

She doesn’t wish for conflict, but those two sisters refuse her peace, always pushing her to dire straits.

Given this, why should she keep retreating?

Her slender fingers drummed the table, the corner of her eye catching the window.

Her gaze shifted slightly, a plan forming within.