The Cousin Is About to Marry，The Abstinent Young Lord Loses Control-Chapter 29: Why Won’t They Leave Me Alone?

Ji Mingzhu does not lack jewelry.

Her father’s hard-earned family fortune was mostly divided by relatives, but her mother’s dowry was all left to her.

Among them were a considerable amount of gold and silver jewelry.

When her mother passed away, if it weren’t for her aunt’s protection, she might have been left destitute.

Not to mention unable to preserve the family assets, even her marriage prospects would be manipulated by others.

It was such a perilous situation that Ji Mingzhu dared not even think about it.

She always remembered this kindness in her heart.

Soon she’ll be leaving the capital, so she thought of sending New Year’s gifts to the elders of the second branch, as well as Xie Yunxuan and Xie Yunling.

Having disturbed them for three years, the people from the second branch have been very good to her, and a small gift is just a token of appreciation.

When Yun Ling gets married, she will send her two thriving shops as her dowry.

In the future, if the second branch has any needs, even if it means depleting her fortune, she is willing to help.

Upon hearing that Ji Mingzhu planned to give them gifts, Xie Yunling waved her hand repeatedly.

"We’re still children, to give gifts to elders, you don’t need to spend silver; just make some small trinkets yourself, elders have seen many good things, they value the thoughtfulness more."

"As for me and second brother..." Xie Yunling said with a grin, "Once second brother returns, I’ll ask him to take me on a trip to Yangzhou. Then you can host us, treat us to delicacies, and show us beautiful views."

Ji Mingzhu couldn’t help but laugh, "That’s a must, but the New Year’s gifts still need to be prepared, this is my bit of thoughtfulness, you cannot refuse."

"Alright then, I won’t stand on ceremony."

Ji Mingzhu pinched her little face, "Choose what you want yourself, sister will buy it for you."

Xie Yunling hugged Ji Mingzhu’s arm, overjoyed, suddenly feeling that the two hundred taels of silver given by her mother were not so appealing.

"If it weren’t for the public setting preventing me from making unbecoming moves, I would definitely cling to your leg!"

The fare and apparel of young ladies were all distributed by the family.

In the entire capital, few young ladies were as financially abundant as Sister Mingzhu.

Aside from those noble ladies of the royal family, Xie Yunling couldn’t think of anyone else.

Ji Mingzhu was amused by Xie Yunling’s words, raising her hand to cover her mouth, her sparkling beautiful eyes seemed to be filled with a galaxy.

Just one glance is enough to captivate someone.

With the Zheng family’s residence nearby, finding Du Peilan didn’t take much time.

She sat in the carriage while Mei Xiang drew the curtain for her, "The Xie family’s carriage is parked nearby, they should be here."

Du Peilan swept her eyes outside and immediately spotted a tall woman.

That woman’s complexion was like cream, with exquisite features, holding a handkerchief with slender, long fingers, delicate like green onion tips.

Her sleeve slipped, revealing a section of fair wrist, resembling both jade and porcelain, glowing faintly under the sunlight.

Her hair was styled in an unmarried manner, dressed in plain clothes with a fiery red cloak outside, making her look indescribably delicate.

Her beauty was so overwhelming that the bustling crowd seemed merely a backdrop.

The sunlight fell solely on her, without needing to say or do anything, she easily captured everyone’s attention.

Du Peilan unconsciously tightened her grip.

No need for confirmation, this was Ji Mingzhu.

Mei Xiang was also stunned, she’d long heard that the noble young lady from the Duke Mansion was breathtakingly beautiful.

Seeing her now, it turned out those words contained not a shred of exaggeration.

Even dressed so heavily in winter attire, her graceful figure was still apparent.

Should summer come, donned in a gauze dress with a tight waist, wouldn’t she dazzle people?

The gentlemen in the Duke Mansion wouldn’t really harbor thoughts, would they?

Even if not making Ji Mingzhu the first wife, bringing her into the house as a concubine would still be a romantic affair.

Before, in the Zheng family, the heir apparent had a favored concubine who was quite beautiful.

But compared to Ji Mingzhu, she was still inferior by a few degrees.

Mei Xiang thought: If she were a man, she surely wouldn’t easily concede Ji Mingzhu to others.

Having such a beauty by his side, with engaging company, who knows how joyous it would be!

Du Peilan first regained her senses, seeing Mei Xiang’s dazed appearance, an inexplicable rage ignited in her heart.

"Don’t stare at people like that, it’s impolite."

Mei Xiang’s heart jumped, hastily retracting her gaze, not daring to look at Ji Mingzhu again.

Knowing she had displeased her master, Mei Xiang was anxious enough to sweat.

A sudden idea struck, "Your servant just saw a pretty girl, behaving frivolously, she must be a courtesan showing off like this, truly a sign of declining morals!"

Du Peilan scolded, "There are no courtesans, don’t talk nonsense!"

"That lady in the red cloak, the most conspicuous one, daughters raised in noble families are usually gentle and reserved, yet she dresses showily and walks swaying her hips, if she’s not a courtesan it’s strange."

Du Peilan’s eyes showed tiny traces of amusement, Mei Xiang knew she had escaped a disaster.

Her tense heart gradually relaxed.

"Didn’t you see those with her? Looks just like the second aunt of the Xie family, not seen in years, Yun Ling has grown up."

Mei Xiang pretended to be annoyed, "So that was Miss Ji, not a courtesan."

"Alright, alright, stop harping on courtesans, don’t let it spread and become a joke."

Mei Xiang closed her mouth accordingly.

Originally upon seeing Ji Mingzhu’s face, Du Peilan felt somewhat inadequate.

Having been married before and being older, she wasn’t much better off than Ji Mingzhu.

But hearing Mei Xiang’s words, upon observing Ji Mingzhu again, she felt the woman lacked decency.

Born with a vixen’s façade, her every move seemed frivolous.

Ah Zhen was a traditional person, wouldn’t speak in flowery language nor make inappropriate advancements.

Someone like Ji Mingzhu... indeed not his type.

No wonder in dreams, Ah Zhen was extremely indifferent to Ji Mingzhu.

Being with someone like her, there’s a risk of earning a reputation of being a womanizer.

Facing her coquettish face daily, it’s fine behind closed doors, but truly in the presence of others, any decent man would feel embarrassed, right?

Sensing someone was staring at her, Ji Mingzhu instinctively searched around.

Her gaze drawn to the carriage, naturally fell on the person sitting inside.

In her past life, Du Peilan was a thorn in Ji Mingzhu’s heart.

Meeting eyes, that subtle feeling surged.

That was Du Peilan.

It was her whom Xie Yunzhen prioritized over Ji Mingzhu and her child, even accompanying her to appreciate the scenery despite her difficult labor.

Ji Mingzhu’s smile faded slightly.

Even knowing the blame lay with Xie Yunzhen, she couldn’t calmly face Du Peilan.

In her past life, she suffered very real damage.

Even at this moment, recalling the circumstances brings a suffocating feeling.

Living another life, she’s done everything to avoid Xie Yunzhen and Du Peilan.

Why do they persistently haunt her?

Though Du Peilan hadn’t taken action yet, Ji Mingzhu knew full well her intentions were directed at her.

"Sister Mingzhu?"

Following Ji Mingzhu’s gaze, Xie Yunling also saw Du Peilan.

Once grown-up, women’s changes become minimal.

Xie Yunling recognized her, softly reminding, "It’s Madam Zheng, the one who bumped into us before."

Secretly cursing for bad luck, it’s rare to go out, yet running into her again.

If they had known, they should have checked the almanac before going out!