A Blessed Daughter - Chapter 454

A Blessed Daughter
Chapter 454 – Running into the students of Anzhou Academy (2)

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Editor : Chu
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After all, grown men and women could not remain together in the same space.

“Very well. I’ll ask my classmates,” Xu Fengyuan replied.

He returned to ask the others, and they agreed. They were indeed a little thirsty and tired, and resting for a while would be just right.

The group then tied their horses in the open ground in front of the courtyard and, led by the Xu household servants, entered through the side gate into a smaller courtyard at the back.

Once their figures disappeared from sight, Wei Qingwan subconsciously glanced at Wei Ruo, who was seated across from her.

Recalling what Xu Yaojun had said earlier, it was hard not to suspect that this “chance encounter” with the young men from the Assistant Magistrate’s household had been deliberately arranged by the Assistant Magistrate’s wife.

If that were truly the case, then Wei Ruo would…

Although Yun Shi had not heard Xu Yaojun’s remarks, she was an experienced woman. Seeing the situation unfold, she arrived at a similar guess.

Realizing that this might be intentional, Yun Shi felt no displeasure. On the contrary, she was pleased. The young gentlemen of Anzhou Academy were outstanding in both family background and learning.

Being able to choose a future husband for her daughter from among them would be an excellent outcome.

At this moment, Xu Yaojun ran over to the three of them and invited Wei Qingwan, “Qingwan, let’s go take a look over there together. The peach blossoms are in full bloom—perfect for viewing.”

She pointed toward the peach grove inside the courtyard.

Earlier, when no elders were present, Xu Yaojun had mocked Wei Qingwan relentlessly. Now, with elders nearby, she put on the appearance of being particularly friendly with her.

Wei Qingwan declined, “I think I’ll pass. It’s rare for me to be out with my mother and elder sister—I’d rather stay with them and chat.”

Xu Yaojun said, “It’s rare to have a chance to go out and enjoy ourselves, and the peach blossoms are especially beautiful today.”

Her reasoning was sound, and for a moment Wei Qingwan did not know how to refuse.

Hearing their exchange, Yun Shi spoke up to persuade Wei Qingwan, “Wanwan, we’re out here to enjoy ourselves today. There’s no need to be so reserved. Go admire the flowers with your classmates.”

Wei Qingwan bit her lip. Not daring to let Yun Shi know that she did not get along well with her classmates, she nodded in agreement with some reluctance.

A trace of triumph flashed across Xu Yaojun’s face.

Then she turned to Wei Ruo and extended the invitation to her as well. “Miss Wei, you should come too.”

Wei Ruo shook her head. “I’ll pass. I’m more interested in your family’s tea and pastries.”

Xu Yaojun said, “They’re just ordinary tea and snacks—not worth lingering over. You should come with us!”

Yun Shi added, “Ruo’er, go along as well.”

Wei Ruo refused firmly. “No, thank you. We’ve walked for quite a while, and I’m already tired. Let me rest for a bit.”

Wei Ruo was not like Wei Qingwan—concerned about saving face and unable to refuse outright. If she did not want to go, she had plenty of reasons. She would rather admit to being tired or unworldly than force herself to do something she did not want to do.

What was more, Wei Ruo had already sensed something amiss.

In the original story, this sort of setup was usually the opening act of a cannon-fodder female side character trying to pick trouble with the female lead.

Whether that was the case here or not, Wei Ruo had no intention of getting involved. She did not have the energy to play along with their games.

As for whether Wei Qingwan would be set up or not—that had nothing to do with her. As long as she was not dragged into it, they could do whatever they pleased.

“Suit yourself, then!” Xu Yaojun said impatiently. Seeing that Wei Ruo refused again and again, she stopped paying her any attention.

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