Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
Chu Xiaotian could only watch as Song Chengyi escorted Su Hanâs carriage away. He gritted his teeth and said, âSong Chengyi, I will not let you off!â
When Su Han returned to Marquisâs Manor, Song Chengyi couldnât follow her into the inner courtyard, so he waited outside.
Zhifen came out to help her carry her things. Seeing her frown, she asked with concern, âMiss, what happened?â
âNothing much. I just ran into Chu Xiaotian,â Su Han said lightly.
âWhat?!â Qin Wan happened to walk over. Upon hearing this, she hurriedly pulled Su Han aside to check. âHow did you meet him? Hanâer, did he do anything to you?â
Chu Xiaotianâs persistent pursuit of Su Han, despite their severed ties, deeply concerned Qin Wan.
âMother, donât worry. With General Song protecting me, Chu Xiaotian wonât be able to get close to me.â Su Han smiled as she mentioned Song Chengyi. âMom, General Song is a loyal man. I hope you can support him in the future to repay his kindness to me.â
Qin Wan frowned slightly. âYour father had already applied for him to be promoted to deputy general, but he rejected it. If you want him to be promoted again, he has to wait at least three years, or he has to make significant contributions. The promotion of a general requires tangible achievements.â
Su Han was shocked. âWhy did he refuse?â
Qin Wan shook her head. âYour father has asked him before. He said that thereâs no one protecting you now, and heâs afraid youâll be in danger at any time. Itâs inconvenient for him to leave, so he hasnât taken the position.â
Su Han felt a pang of guilt. She didnât expect Song Chengyi to sacrifice his future for her.
She asked Qin Wan, âDid Daddy mention any other opportunities for him? I will persuade him to take office as soon as possible. Although he came to repay my kindness, he shouldnât let it hinder his future.â
âLetâs discuss this later. Generals are all stubborn. If they donât listen to your father, they might not listen to you either.â
Qin Wan held Su Hanâs hand and entered the house, leaving Zhifen to handle the chores.
When they were alone, a trace of worry appeared on Qin Wanâs face. âHanâer, the marriage arrangement Mother had originally made for you has a bad reputation now. General Xiao Zhengâs attitude has also wavered.â
This was within Su Hanâs expectations, so she wasnât too affected. âMom, if he doesnât want to proceed, thereâs no need to force him. I want to spend two more years with you and Father.â
âBut⦠a woman ultimately has to get married, Hanâer. Your father and I will never look down on you. Even if you want to stay at home for your whole life, I will take care of you forever. But with all the rumors circulating in the city, if thereâs no one to protect you, it breaks my heart.â
Qin Wan wasnât in a rush to marry off Su Han, but she didnât want her to be troubled by rumors.
She knew Su Han was a resilient child at heart, but no matter how resilient she was, she couldnât afford to be at odds with everyone. This invisible pressure ultimately harmed her the most.
âDonât worry, Aunt. Soon, the rumors in the city wonât harm my cousin anymore!â Su Yingxue pushed open the door, bringing in the warmth of the winter sun.
Qin Wan was surprised. âYingxue, why are youâ¦? Why did you come out?â
During this time, Su Yingxue had been immersed in her research at the medicine hut. Even the marriage arrangements were handled by the household, so she didnât have to worry about them.
When the rumors started spreading, Su Qingzhi decided not to inform her.
Now, sheâ¦