Chapter 585 - Chapter 585: Chapter 591: City Lords Only Daughter (1/2)
Chapter 585: Chapter 591: City Lord’s Only Daughter
And so, the night passed in waiting; Su Wenyue’s concern grew from mild to severe. She didn’t rest at all, just waiting there for Han Yu, occasionally stepping outside to check. Without realizing it, the night had slipped away.
The sky was already brightly lit outside, with the sun having risen when Su Wenyue, running out of patience, considered going into the city to look around; that’s when Liu Xiu and Han Yu finally returned. However, they were not alone; a woman in red, looking like a blaze, followed them. Her attire was luxurious, and she exuded an air of nobility and pride that betrayed her high status. Su Wenyue had obtained some information about the Lord of Peicheng City, and she now had a guess about the woman’s identity.
The City Lord of Peicheng had three sons and one daughter. He doted on his only daughter greatly. Judging by the woman’s dress and demeanor, she must be Liu Xinru, the daughter of the City Lord of Peicheng.
Seeing Liu Xinru talking cheerfully with Liu Xiu, showing little regard for Han Yu, it seemed Han Yu’s stern countenance had done its job. Su Wenyue breathed a sigh of relief internally, tinged with fortune, but also feeling a silent mourning for Yin Lihua. Being wed to someone like Liu Xiu, it was impossible to have a marriage like other couples; she was destined to share her man with various women. Aside from being magnanimous, there was no other choice.
As she knew, Yin Shi and Yin Lihua were already on their way to Peicheng to meet up with them, expecting to arrive soon. If they knew about the existence of Liu Xinru, they would probably be rather distressed. However, Su Wenyue’s thoughts flickered to Yin Lihua’s calm face, always adorned with a faint smile—even in the face of someone with clear intentions like Chen Li, she still managed to maintain a friendly and harmonious front. Perhaps Yin Lihua never cared for Liu Xiu the person, but rather what Liu Xiu could bring her, and she didn’t mind Liu Xinru at all.
In her previous life, Su Wenyue remembered, Yin Lihua was even more magnanimous and kind-hearted, eventually ceding her position to Queen Guo. Such a generous woman was unparalleled in history. Combined with her previous life-saving grace and affection for Liu Xiu, she easily secured a significant place in his heart, turning into the bright moonlight of his soul. With her keen understanding of Liu Xiu’s thoughts and careful actions, she ultimately triumphed, displacing Queen Guo and a strong-willed Imperial Consort Li, who had made substantial contributions—let alone others.
This could be seen as an inspiring tale for women. However, in this life, because of her rebirth, Yin Lihua couldn’t offer Liu Xiu the life-saving favor, and the marriage alliance between their families was merely a union of interests. Liu Xiu’s affection toward Yin Lihua was nothing like it had been in their former life; how things would develop was still uncertain.
But speaking of which, not only were Yin Shi and Yin Lihua informed of their intention to settle in Peicheng, but Chen Li was also on her way.
It would be a drama with three women, none an ordinary character. It was hard to predict what kind of scene it would be when they all converged.
In order to avoid Liu Xiu, Su Wenyue didn’t go out to greet him. From her hiding spot, she saw them return and then entered the tent, thinking it couldn’t be the solution to always hide from Liu Xiu. Eventually, the truth would come out. However, she believed the situation wasn’t that serious—no matter what, Liu Xiu wouldn’t do anything to her, his life-saver. Besides, she was Han Yu’s wife. Even if he did harbor such thoughts, he wouldn’t show it. After all, to someone like Liu Xiu, nothing was more important than the great cause of the empire.
That’s what Su Wenyue convinced herself, but considering her husband’s excessive jealousy, she decided to abide by Han Yu’s wishes in the end.
Liu Xiu was still entertaining Liu Xinru, but Han Yu left ahead of them. Having not returned all night, his wife must have been terribly worried, likely not having rested well. Indeed, when he arrived at the tent, he saw his wife waiting expectantly.