On Our Wedding Night, I Discovered the Crown Prince's Hidden Illness-Chapter 165 - : Tension-filled Standoff

Chapter 165: Chapter 165: Tension-filled Standoff

“Gone was her aunt, and the Leng Family’s matriarch still tarnished her reputation.

Given the circumstances, combined with being rejected by the Tian Family, my cousin had no expectations for marriage, which was understandable.

Zhang Yumeng took Leng Yu Yan to Qingyu Residence.

“This is the yard where your aunt lived when she was a maiden. Grandmother said that once you arrived, it should be where you reside.”

“Alright,” Leng Yu Yan paused and looked up.

As she gazed at the plaque above that was just like the one at the quarters she lived in at the Leng Residence, she finally understood why her mother named her separate living space Qingyu Residence when she was young and wished to live independently.

First, it contained the character “Yu” from her name, and second, it reflected her mother’s longing for her hometown.

Dusk was setting in.

Tension crackled through the hostel.

Ji Qingyu and his entourage had checked into the hostel a few days prior, and the local officials had regarded his opinion highly.

But now, with the Crown Prince’s arrival, some officials were swayed, much to the displeasure of those accompanying Ji Qingyu.

Thus, an argument erupted and they almost drew their swords.

Jian Lecheng stepped in to mediate, sending everyone out until only Ye Yiheng and Ji Qingyu were left in the conference hall.

Ji Qingyu said, “The Emperor has entrusted me with disaster relief. Although you are the Crown Prince, you are blind, and you have arrived later than I have. If you have any opinions, feel free to voice them, but do not use your status to oppress others!”

“Though you have been managing for some time, the effect of dredging the rivers has been minimal. If this continues, the land of Jiangnan could be ruined,” Ye Yiheng asked calmly, “Can you bear this responsibility?”

“I am already seeking a more effective method. Given time, I will resolve it,” Ji Qingyu sneered. “Ye Yiheng, you are seizing control to settle personal scores.”

“Because I took Ah Yan away, you cannot save face. Let me tell you, tonight, I will also find Ah Yan for dinner.”

“There are countless women in the world, and as a Crown Prince, you may choose anyone, but you must not seek after a woman personally rejected by the Emperor!”

“Ye Yiheng, if you want the authority to manage, then take it. As for Ah Yan, she is my woman, and you are not allowed to have any designs on her!”

Leaving these words behind, Ji Qingyu threw open the door and strode out.

To his left and right were the Ye Family’s mountains and rivers, none of his concern.

Moreover, being the Crown Prince, Ye Yiheng should fight for the management rights with his own abilities.

After all, he had already found Ah Yan, and nothing made him happier than being with her!

Ye Yiheng watched Ji Qingyu’s retreating figure blur into the distance, his normally serene face suddenly turning icy and fierce.

When the Zhang Family was preparing to dine, Ji Qingyu just so happened to arrive.

Zhang Ruohai introduced him with a smile, “This is Prince Qing, the imperial envoy sent by the Emperor to manage the flood in Jiangnan, and also a friend of our family’s Yu Yan.”

Zhang Yumeng and Zhang Yujing’s faces flushed slightly; their cousin actually had a friend who was a Commandery Prince.

And this Prince was stunningly handsome, peerless in his elegance.

Even when discussing marriage proposals, they had never met a young man as handsome as the present Prince Qing.

Zhang Yumeng nudged Leng Yu Yan’s waist with her elbow and winked.

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With such a handsome Prince, who would need a blind Crown Prince?

Leng Yu Yan was completely unaware of the implication behind Zhang Yumeng’s gesture and, seeing her family shift their gaze onto herself and Ji Qingyu, could only say, “Qingyu, please take a seat quickly.”

“Alright, Ah Yan, I’ll sit next to you,” Ji Qingyu replied with a warm smile, then turned to ask, “Elder Mrs. Zhang, Uncle Zhang, may I sit next to Ah Yan?”

Tonight was a family reunion dinner, with no separation between the seating of men and women.

Seeing their amicable relation and the Prince’s courteous manners, without any pretension due to his status, Zhang Ruohai smiled and nodded, “Of course you may.”

Everyone took their seats.

Leng Yu Yan sat with Ji Qingyu on her left and Zhang Yumeng on her right.

During the meal, Elder Mrs. Zhang kept a close watch on Ji Qingyu.

She had originally thought that if Nannan couldn’t find a suitable match, she’d marry her to her own second grandson, keeping it all in the family.

At this moment, it seemed that Prince Qing probably had intentions towards Nannan.

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After the meal, she had her son and grandson escort Ji Qingyu out the main gate, while Elder Mrs. Zhang pulled Leng Yu Yan into the house.

“Nannan…” The words reached her lips, but suddenly she couldn’t ask.

Leng Yu Yan saw that her maternal grandmother was in good health and surmised that the overworry mentioned in the letter was an excuse for her to come to Jiangzhou.

Now, Ye Yiheng was in Jiangzhou.

With the addition of the rumors, she didn’t want to stay in Jiangzhou for long.

“Grandmother, your granddaughter has a question to ask.”

“Go ahead,” Elder Mrs. Zhang said as she took a seat with her.

“Before my mother married, did she have a close friend, um, like a childhood sweetheart?” Leng Yu Yan bit her lip and spoke directly, “Your granddaughter wants to know who her biological father is.”

Elder Mrs. Zhang shook her head: “Childhood sweetheart? She and Leng Zongfa took a fancy to each other and came together. Under such circumstances, where would your mother have…”

“It must be that old woman from the Leng Family making things up!” Elder Mrs. Zhang sighed deeply, “After your mother gave birth to your elder brother, she didn’t conceive for a very long time. That old woman had many complaints.”

Leng Yu Yan also sighed.

Her older brother Leng Yi was the eldest son of Marquis Ningyuan’s Mansion, and although she and her brother were full siblings, they were ten years apart.

After her mother gave birth to her older brother, indeed, it was many years before she was withchild again, until she had her.

Seeing her troubled by these matters, Elder Mrs. Zhang did not inquire about Ji Qingyu, but said instead, “Tomorrow, your two elder female cousins are going to the temple to pray for blessings. You should go with them, consider it a distraction.”

Leng Yu Yan nodded obediently.

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The next day, accompanied by Zhang Yucheng and Zhang Yuming, the two elder Zhang sisters took Leng Yu Yan to Qingfu Temple to offer incense.

Qingfu Temple was located on the mountain, and they took a horse carriage for quite a while to get there.

Upon arriving at Qingfu Temple, Zhang Yucheng, Zhang Yumeng, and Zhang Yujing each found an excuse to wander around the temple alone.

Hearing this, Leng Yu Yan was somewhat surprised.

Zhang Yuming chuckled and explained, “Big brother is going to meet his sister-in-law, Yu Meng is going to meet her brother-in-law, and as for Yu Jing, she’s off to meet someone she is not even betrothed to yet.”

So that was it.

Leng Yu Yan covered her mouth and laughed, “Elder male cousin, elder female cousin, and second female cousin, you all go ahead with your business.”

Zhang Yucheng gave Zhang Yuming a sideways glower and fruitfully smiled at Leng Yu Yan, “Cousin, I’m not off to meet anyone. I’ll stay here with you.”

Leng Yu Yan smiled faintly, “It’s not necessary. The scenery here is uniquely charming. I’ll take a walk by myself. You go about your own matters.”

Zhang Yucheng said, “Alright then, let’s meet under this big tree in two hours.”

“If you really get bored, you can take a look at the Scripture Pavilion,” Zhang Yumeng suggested.

Leng Yu Yan urged them, “Alright, my dear elder cousins, don’t keep anyone waiting too long!”

Zhang Yumeng and Zhang Yujing blushed slightly and without further ado hurried away.

Though Zhang Yucheng walked leisurely, his steps were exceptionally large.

Zhang Yuming strolled with Leng Yu Yan for a distance, then quietly said, “Cousin, I’m thinking of finding a Martial Monk to spar with; will you be alright by yourself?”

“I’ll be fine.”

She genuinely wanted some quiet time alone.

On this trip, the four Zhang siblings had not brought any Maids or attendants; hence, she didn’t have Mrs. Zhao or Miao Zhu by her side.

Now left by herself, she ventured outside the temple.

Behind Qingfu Temple one could overlook Jiangzhou City, and she wanted to see if she could spot her maternal grandmother’s home.

As she quietly gazed at Jiangzhou City, her body was suddenly grasped by one hand and forcefully pressed against a tree trunk.