How I Pampered the Tyrant Into Devotion With My Space-Chapter 493: Pei Shu’er, Aren’t You Carefree

Chapter 493: Chapter 493: Pei Shu’er, Aren’t You Carefree

So, for the sake of her industry consideration, she went into the space to learn some knowledge about the textile machinery.

Of course, she couldn’t create something particularly shocking, but semi-mechanization had to be ensured.

She flipped through countless books, locking herself in a temporary laboratory every day to research.

She still only slept a few hours a day, and in her spare time, she had to perform acupuncture for Mrs. Xiao Lin.

Xiao Shen and Pei Shu’er lived nearby, but the only time he got to see Pei Shu’er was during meals.

Sometimes, he didn’t even get to see her.

Of course, even during meals, Pei Shu’er wouldn’t rest; she was often holding a book, occasionally jotting down notes.

Seeing her grow skinnier day by day, Xiao Shen inexplicably felt a pang of heartache.

"What are you looking for? Do you need my help?"

Pei Shu’er raised her head and smiled, "No one can help me with this."

Then she buried her head back into her research.

Liu Xu was somewhat anxious too; at this moment, Pei Shu’er was still clean and beautiful, but her complexion wasn’t great.

When Liu Xu talked to Pei Shu’er, she would only nod in agreement but didn’t actually listen.

Finally, Xiao Shen half-dragged, half-pulled Pei Shu’er into the dining room.

"Come with me."

Pei Shu’er looked up at Xiao Shen.

"What for?"

Xiao Shen said, "From now on, you are not allowed to eat in that room. Come out and relax."

Pei Shu’er sighed, "If I manage to develop this machine now, it could very well change the entire Dayan’s fabric business."

"So, what I am doing is very important."

Zhen Xu nodded, "That’s right, so keep researching."

Pei Shu’er shot him a glare, "Fine, I know you want me dead, no need to be so obvious."

Xiao Shen glanced at Zhen Xu and then at Pei Shu’er.

"It’s not that the country lacks fabric now; you need to at least ensure adequate sleep every day. And relax during meals, or it’s bad for your health."

Pei Shu’er shrugged, "Actually, it’s not that serious; I know my limits."

But Xiao Shen wouldn’t listen; he directly dragged Pei Shu’er to eat.

Pei Shu’er was helpless.

Liu Xu’s mood turned a bit peculiar when she saw Xiao Shen holding Pei Shu’er’s sleeve.

This Imperial Uncle, is he too concerned about Pei Shu’er?

Of course, she wouldn’t say it out loud, as he was the Imperial Uncle after all.

In the end, Pei Shu’er had no choice but to sit down reluctantly.

And every time she ate, Xiao Shen had to pull her along.

Pei Shu’er wanted to come by herself, but she often got so busy that she forgot about time.

Even Liu Xu was constantly nagging.

But the meals were actually quite delicious, especially hers.

After seeing the meals prepared for others, she fell silent.

Why did she and Mrs. Xiao Lin have different meals from the others?

Xiao Shen was a bit proud, "I made them."

Pei Shu’er felt a bit weird, but she soon recalled that back at the Xiao Mansion, Xiao Shen would also cook meals for her.

So now, Xiao Shen probably wanted her to critique the food.

She took a bite and nodded.

"It’s quite tasty, but if you don’t add green onions to the ingredients, the overall taste would be more harmonious."

Xiao Shen was stunned, then a smile lit up his eyes.

"Really? Do you like it?"

His expression was too gentle, making the well-cultured Liu Xu choke and cough.

This... could it be that Uncle Xiao has feelings for Pei Shu’er?

The thought shocked even herself.

She wanted to deny it, but once such a thought emerged, it couldn’t be controlled.

Recalling various details, she suddenly felt that her son was far away from power now, and his position was a bit risky.

And her daughter-in-law was focusing on her meal, without noticing the affectionate look in Xiao Shen’s eyes.

If Pei Shu’er were a traditional girl, that would be one thing, but she’s strong-willed and assertive.

If she fell for Xiao Shen, she would definitely leave.

Her face turned pale, and she grasped Pei Shu’er’s hand.

"Shu’er."

Pei Shu’er looked up with a sweet smile on her face.

"Mother, what’s the matter?"

She subconsciously glanced at Xiao Shen, and Pei Shu’er also looked at him with confusion.

Xiao Shen had a puzzled look, "Is there something wrong?"

Pei Shu’er took another look at Liu Xu, who retracted her hand awkwardly and forced a smile.

"Nothing, you both eat first."

After the meal, Pei Shu’er plunged into the laboratory again.

Because Pei Shu’er was too focused, she never noticed that Xiao Shen’s scope of activities had gradually moved closer to the lab.

Bit by bit, he was invading her domain.

Initially, he just called Pei Shu’er out to eat.

Then, after some thought, he had a screen set up to partition the room.

And he was outside, bringing in the food.

"Shu’er, come eat."

"Oh."

Pei Shu’er instinctively wanted to bring the book out.

Xiao Shen seemed to anticipate Pei Shu’er’s move and said, "Don’t bring the book."

Pei Shu’er replied with another "Oh," and though her mind was still on the previous knowledge, she walked out from behind the screen.

This time, after finishing the meal, Pei Shu’er nodded.

"Imperial Uncle Xiao, the food you made is delicious, nothing that needs reviewing."

Xiao Shen’s face was even more gentle, and as Pei Shu’er was about to go back to her books, Xiao Shen instinctively reached out and pulled her.

Pei Shu’er wasn’t prepared, knocked over the screen, and almost fell, but was caught around the waist by Xiao Shen.

Xiao Shen’s heart raced as if it was about to leap out.

He had never been so close to Pei Shu’er.

Her waist was so slim!

And she smelled so good—such a natural fragrance that perfectly matched her.

His palm was on Pei Shu’er’s waist, the heat rising bit by bit.

His mind was fuzzy, in front of him was the woman he thought of day and night.

He swallowed, and the rationality in his mind was slowly breaking.

Just as Pei Shu’er was about to push out, a cold, angry shout interrupted.

"Pei Shu’er, how carefree you are?"

It was a sinister voice, and Pei Shu’er’s scalp prickled instinctively.

Turning around, she saw Tang Zan’s figure.

He was travel-worn, yet his handsome features couldn’t be hidden.

But his face was filled with rage and a strong killing intent.

The smile on Pei Shu’er’s face faded away.

It’s over.

She and Xiao Shen had never crossed the line, but an accident happened, and Tang Zan saw it.

With Tang Zan’s suspicious nature, she felt doomed.

Tang Zan probably thought they had been happily together often.

It’s over.

Truly over.