Chapter 144 - Chapter 144: The Beauty is Gone (2/2)

Grandma Chen was not too keen on Su Wenyue going out, especially because she was pregnant. It was fine to visit nearby, but it was better to avoid other places. However, when Xiao Xi brought up this idea, Grandma Chen surprisingly did not object and even showed agreement.

“Madam, Xiao Xi’s suggestion isn’t bad. I’ve also heard that the Bodhisattva at Lingyin Temple is quite miraculous. If you pray sincerely, it will certainly fulfill your wish!”

Is Lingyin Temple really that miraculous? Su Wenyue had heard a lot of people talk about it. She used to not believe in ghosts and gods, but after being reborn, she encountered such a phenomenon and inexplicably started to believe. Upon hearing Xiao Xi and Grandma Chen’s suggestions, Su Wenyue felt moved; if she prayed to the Bodhisattva, could she ensure that the son she had wronged in her previous life would be reborn in her womb?

Seeing Su Wenyue seemingly persuaded, Xiao Xi pleaded more earnestly, and with Grandma Chen adding her voice of support, Su Wenyue made up her mind to visit Lingyin Temple the following day.

When Han Yu returned home that evening and heard about his wife’s wishes to visit the temple, he wasn’t very superstitious himself. He believed that whatever you wanted you had to strive for on your own; what’s the use of praying to a Bodhisattva? Nonetheless, since his wife had set her heart on it, going for a visit might bring her peace of mind. He just reminded Grandma Chen and Xiao Xi to take good care of Su Wenyue.

Upon arriving at Lingyin Temple, Su Wenyue felt even more in awe of its bustling activity. There were so many people! Describing it as a mountain and sea of humanity was no exaggeration. There were not only locals but also many who had traveled from distant places, mostly seeking children.

Xiao Xi and Grandma Chen guarded Su Wenyue closely, fearful of any mishaps. Su Wenyue made a donation, and a Little Monk led them in front of the Buddha.

For some reason, Su Wenyue’s recently restless heart felt an exceptional sense of calm as she stepped into the main hall. Even the sins and guilt from her previous life seemed to dissipate, leaving her feeling incredibly serene.

Kneeling before the Buddha, she prayed with her hands pressed together – never before had her face shown such tranquility and harmony, shining with a maternal glow and boundless love, radiating a soft, sacred light.

All of this was observed by a watchful pair of eyes. To think that Xinye County had such a striking beauty, outmatching the vulgar fineries at home – the woman in front of the hall had truly captivated him. A pity that this beauty was already another’s wife, carrying someone else’s child. It could only be deemed a regret.

“Young Master, what are you looking at? The Master has invited you to meet with him inside,” the servant inquired curiously, following his master’s gaze. By then, Su Wenyue and her entourage had already risen, and all he saw was the solemn Buddha statue.

The Young Master did not wish to reveal his thoughts. If it were just any woman, it wouldn’t have mattered, but the yearning he felt for a pregnant woman made even him think his own thoughts were somewhat sordid. Still, he couldn’t help but want another glimpse, yet when he looked again, the beauty was gone.