Raiders of the Duke and Duchess

Chapter 50 Are adults also afraid of power?

Sure enough, when the words fell, Song Yuanqing was obviously relieved, and the restraint and tension in the smile also eased, "That's fine."

After sitting down and serving tea, Song Yuanqing cut straight to the point, "I don't know, Miss Ji came here today, what's the matter?"

No pleasantries at all, just straight to the point.You can see a serious attitude in his slightly serious expression.

Ji Wuyan put down the teacup he took a sip of, took out a letter from his sleeve pocket, and pushed it over, "Before, Fengchenju was taken care of by Lord Song. Today, I was entrusted by Aunt Chaoyun, and I would like to express my gratitude."

Song Yuanqing shook his head without even thinking about it, "It's my duty to protect the people of one side, so you don't have to be so polite. It's the best gift to thank you personally. This... I can't accept it." The thin letterhead, seemingly It may be empty, but if it is a large denomination bank note...it is impossible for him to accept it.

Ji Wuyan knew his concerns, and didn't hide the slightest bit, "Knowing that you are an upright official, my little girl will definitely not stain your official career with those yellow and white things. Here is a drink discount list for Fengchenju. Just talk about it."

Now that the words have come to this point, it seems inappropriate to shirk.

If it was gold and silver treasures, Song Yuanqing wouldn't say anything, but since it was a discount list, even if he accepted it, it would be no different from a piece of white paper if he didn't use it in the future.

"That's it, but it's disrespectful." He took it with both hands, "Thank you."

Even at this time, the young Master Song's expression looked a little serious and straightforward.

Then there is nothing to say.

The courtyard is shaded by giant trees, and the sunlight hits from a higher place, and is cut into fine halos by the leaves and branches.The heat of summer has been blocked a lot.

The girl held the teacup in a gentle manner and didn't take another sip, but even though the two were unfamiliar and silent, she didn't feel embarrassed.

On the contrary, I feel that it is a rare peace.

"Master Song." She called out in a low voice.

The slightly closed brows and eyes, and the faint smile on her face all indicated that what she said next was very important.Even, maybe this is the ultimate purpose of her journey today.

Song Yuanqing subconsciously sat up straight, "Please speak." Unconsciously, she put on the honorific, and after she finished speaking, she suddenly realized that somehow, there was a kind of... pressure from a superior person on this girl, which was faint but real. .

"My little girl came to Yanjing for the first time, and she was kindly invited by Aunt Chaoyun from Fengchenju. My little girl is grateful for the kindness of knowing you, and just wants to play quietly in Fengchenju." She lowered her eyebrows and rubbed the wall of the teacup, as if she was Choose your words carefully, "It's just that you are new here, and you are aware of this matter because of reckless behavior and the Yang family. It's just... the young girl only knows now that the Yang family is behind the Crown Prince. That night, I made things difficult for the young girl. It's His Royal Highness. Now that I think about it, I still feel afraid..."

After talking, I was afraid, but there was no sign of fear.

Song Yuanqing, however, could probably empathize with her. The word "Prince", placed in front of a weak woman, is indeed the pinnacle of unattainable power. Fear is certain, and seeking help is a normal reaction.

It's just, "Why did the girl find a lower official? The Bai family is powerful, and Mr. Bai seems to take good care of the girl. Besides, if it is said that he is not afraid of the power of the Eastern Palace, Mr. Bai is indeed the best candidate."

"Then..." She raised her head and looked straight at the other party, "My lord...are you also afraid of power?"

Where did the clouds come from, covering the sun tightly.

At some point, the girl on the opposite side stopped carelessly rubbing the cup wall, and looked straight at her, her pupils were as thick as splashed ink, without even a trace of emotion.It's like questioning, but also like examining.

Straightforwardly, poking people's hearts.

Song Yuanqing stood on the spot in a daze.

Are you afraid of power?At any moment before that, he thought he was not a person who was afraid of power. Honesty, fairness, and even appearing particularly inflexible because of this were all labels given to him by others.

But... are you really not afraid of power?That night when the prince was in front of him, he was already timid, and even afterward he still comforted himself because he had Mr. Bai at that time, so he had no use for himself, left and right, and the matter was finally resolved satisfactorily.

You can fool anyone, but you cannot fool yourself.Since when did you gradually feel powerless in the face of power?

"I……"

He opened his mouth, and in the girl's dark eyes, he seemed to see a spark flickering at the end of the extreme darkness.

Slightly clenched his palms, lowered his head, sighed, slowly raised his head to look at the opposite side, and solemnly comforted, "His Royal Highness is known for benevolence, so he would not intentionally embarrass a weak woman, I think the girl is too worried. Since I have become the parent officer of Yanjing City, I want to protect the people in this city. Whenever a girl feels that she needs Song's help, she will be straightforward."

It seemed that he had made up his mind, which made him look calmer and more tolerant than before.

Gently brushing the wall of the teacup with her fingertips, Ji Wuyan smiled suddenly, her brows and eyes were slightly curved, and a pair of affectionate eyes were slightly raised at the end of the eyes, showing her charm.

At that moment, Song Yuanqing heard his own heartbeat.

Boom!Boom!It was like a drum beating in the chest, powerful and powerful, falling to the ears.

It turns out that beauty is really a weapon.If not, it's just because it's not pretty enough.

I asked the answer I wanted, and I also noticed the obvious difference between the other party's emotions and attitudes. Today's goal has been achieved.She couldn't rush to persuade Song Yuanqing to help her. She got up and saluted, "Well, my little girl thanked you in advance. I'm sorry for bothering you today."

Song Yuanqing got up slowly, watched the other party walk out calmly, and suddenly called out, "Miss Ji."

"Miss Ji just said that she hasn't answered the question below. Why doesn't Miss Ji... go to Bai's house for help?"

It is the dream of many people to have the opportunity to climb up to the Bai family. Even if they can't, they still have to look for some clues to prove that they are in the Bai family's camp.But this girl seems to want to separate the relationship...

Why?

"Why..." Ji Wuyan stood there with his back to Song Yuanqing, sighed slightly and looked up at the sky, "Probably... want a copy, especially pure love."

She didn't want to wait until the dust settled. Mrs. Bai felt that she had been used many times, and her old wishes were finally let down.

After finishing speaking, he walked away, leaving Song Yuanqing in place, muttering the somewhat vague answer.

……

"I heard that...that girl is famous in Yanjing."

Ningguo Mansion.

Madam Ning finished drinking a cup of bird's nest, wiped her mouth slowly, and spoke abruptly.

(End of this chapter)