Chapter 36: Forever, Will Never Leave

Nan Yuan explained, “It has nothing to do with Ah Qing. Our backgrounds are incompatible, and this engagement is truly not suitable. By proposing to annul the engagement, no one can accuse the Zhuang family of being unscrupulous.”

The matter of the engagement had been mentioned by the former city lord to Pei Yueying, and indeed, he had sought favor for his own reasons.

Although the engagement was initiated by Master Zhuang, he had mentioned it casually at the time, and anyone with discernment would not have taken it seriously. However, the former city lord was desperate for an heir with spiritual roots.

When presented with such a tempting offer, he immediately agreed without giving Master Zhuang a chance to reconsider.

The Zhuang family valued their reputation, and words spoken could not easily be retracted.

The former city lord sensed that Master Zhuang might have regrets, but he had turned a blind eye to them. The former city lord had brought up this matter with Pei Yueying several times, urging her to treat the young master from the Zhuang family well in the future.

However, even until his death, the former city lord did not witness the arrival of his prospective son-in-law.

Being a man who cared about his reputation, he never sent anyone to the Zhuang family to discuss the engagement.

Zhuang Molan looked at the icy beauty in front of him, and though displeased in his heart, he showed no sign of it.

“Miss Pei, what if I say I don’t mind?”

“I agreed to this engagement because of my parents’ wishes and, personally, I don’t care much about social status.”

Nan Yuan remained expressionless and unmoved.

After understanding her attitude, Zhuang Molan sighed, “Alright, I understand Miss Pei’s meaning. To be honest, even though I am the legitimate son of the main branch, I am not prominent. If I am willing to stay in Snow City, would Miss Pei be willing to take me in?”

Nan Yuan unexpectedly glanced at him.

Xiaotang covered her mouth with her paw and squeaked, “Yuanyuan, look at this guy. He’s really shameless. You rejected him, but he shamelessly came forward. He’s trying to plot against Snow City, pretending to be decent. Hmph~”

Comparing the two, Ah Qing, though ugly, seemed more adorable.

Nan Yuan thought about the convenience of following Qi Yunzi in the future and the connection this person had with Qi Yunzi. Without firmly rejecting, she said, “You can stay if you want, but the engagement is canceled.”

Zhuang Molan regretfully said, “Although I have the intention, I won’t force Miss Pei. Tomorrow, I will return and convey Miss Pei’s wishes to my father. If I come to stay in Snow City in the future, I hope Miss Pei will accept.”

“Agreed,” Nan Yuan promised.

Zhuang Molan bowed to her and said, “Then I won’t disturb Miss Pei any longer.”

After they left, Pei Ziqing rushed in immediately, his eyes shining as he stared at Nan Yuan. “Sister, did you really not agree to this engagement?”

“Why should I agree?” Nan Yuan reclined on the soft couch.

So many words were spoken today; it was truly exhausting.

Pei Ziqing immediately approached and massaged her shoulders. “Sister, that young master Zhuang looks good, and his family background is excellent. If he becomes part of the City Lord’s Mansion, Snow City will have a guarantee in the future.”

Nan Yuan spoke arrogantly, “With me here, protecting Snow City is more than enough.”

Pei Ziqing grinned, “I’ll protect Snow City together with Sister. We don’t need anyone else’s help.”

The next day, when Zhuang Molan left with his people, leaving no one behind, Pei Ziqing couldn’t conceal the joy on his face.

He sought out Yun Wu, his chest puffing up. “You underestimated my sister. Even though the Qinghe Zhuang family is prestigious, my sister still looks down on them.”

Seeing his smug expression, Yun Wu shook his head and smiled. “Young Master Pei is still too naive.”

Pei Ziqing furrowed his brows instantly. “What do you mean by that?”

“Do you believe that Zhuang Molan has not left? Perhaps he is stationed outside Snow City or in a neighboring city, but he has not returned to Qinghe City.”

“What does he want?” Pei Ziqing became instantly alert.

“As the son of the Qinghe Zhuang family, he came all the way to Snow City to marry in, but he was rejected, losing face. Won’t he be laughed at when he returns? Watch; he will use various methods to entice your sister. Your sister has indeed become less interested in worldly affairs, but don’t forget her past. She has a strong appetite for handsome men. Do you remember Xue Songyun and Gu Lanzhi? Both were favored by your sister for a while. Oh, and there’s also me.”

Yun Wu chuckled. “Don’t you think you can see shadows of the three of us in this young Master Zhuang? He has Xue Songyun’s pride, Gu Lanzhi’s elegance, and even my own gracefulness. If such a man is willing to focus his attention on your sister, do you think she can resist?”

Pei Ziqing thought about Zhuang Molan’s appearance and demeanor and found that Yun Wu’s words were not unfounded.

This Zhuang Molan was completely the type that his sister liked!

Perhaps the highest level ever!

The joy that Pei Ziqing had just experienced due to his sister’s promise disappeared in an instant, and he began to panic.

“I’ll go tell my sister to be wary of this unscrupulous man!”

Yun Wu laughed. “You tell her, and she goes to find Master Zhuang. If Master Zhuang says a few touching words, your sister softens, and the two continue to entangle… Hehe, is that what you want to see?”

“What should I do? Tell me what to do!” Pei Ziqing anxiously grabbed his head.

Why wouldn’t this person leave? His sister had clearly rejected him; why was he so shameless!

A gleam of sharpness flashed in Yun Wu’s eyes, and he looked at Pei Ziqing, calmly uttering, “Very simple, kill him.”

Pei Ziqing froze for a moment, and many crazy thoughts surged in his mind.

Kill this man! Ruin that face! Don’t let him deceive his sister again…

But soon, he came to his senses.

Pei Ziqing stared at Yun Wu darkly. “If something happens to this Zhuang Molan in Snow City, won’t the Qinghe Zhuang family hold my sister responsible? Even if he dies outside Snow City, it will be after leaving Snow City. Yun Wu, are you deliberately guiding me?”

Yun Wu smiled faintly. “Young Master Pei, you’re overthinking it. What cultivation level does Zhuang Molan have, and what about your sister? If he dies, no one will blame your sister. Besides, hehe…I’m just suggesting. Can you really kill that Zhuang Molan?”

“Young Master Pei, please leave. I’m tired and need to rest,” Yun Wu dismissed him.

The gaze Pei Ziqing gave him was uneasy.

After staring for a moment, he turned and left.

Yun Wu, in a rather good mood, took out a clay figurine from the corner of the table and continued to mold it.

Creating a temporary diversion to deceive those tailing him wasn’t difficult…

These days, Pei Ziqing has been very clingy.

“Sister, did that Zhuang Molan really give up on marrying you?”

“I rejected him,” Nan Yuan said, patting the little guy’s head.

“Ah Qing, you’ve asked many times.”

“I…I’m afraid Sister will leave me behind,” Pei Ziqing said with a helpless expression.

“It won’t happen. Unless you choose to leave me.”

“I will never leave, Sister!” Pei Ziqing’s voice suddenly rose, his emotions intense.