Chapter 219 - 219: Xue Ru’s Thoughts

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

The silver hairpin in the man’s hand was of a very simple design, but just from its material, Jiang Peihuan felt it was extraordinary.

Indeed, right in front of Jiang Peihuan, the man pulled at the top of the hairpin, revealing a hidden small dagger in front of her.

Looking at her ring, and then at the hairpin in the man’s hand, Jiang Peihuan couldn’t help but laugh, “Are you trying to turn all my jewelry into hidden weapons?”

Jiang Peihuan said it offhandedly, but when Xiao Nanye heard it, he nodded seriously, “With these things by your side, I feel more at ease.”

While speaking, Xiao Nanye gently inserted the silver hairpin into Jiang Peihuan’s hair.

Without a mirror, Jiang Peihuan couldn’t see the hairpin. She looked up at the man in front of her, “Does it look good?”

“Yes.”

Hearing her words, the man nodded.

The sound of snowflakes falling could be heard, and as Jiang Peihuan watched the heavy snow outside the pavilion, she showed a hint of worry, wondering if Xue Yan and Jiang Hong had returned yet.

But as Xiao Nanye watched the ever-growing snowflakes, he turned to Jiang Peihuan and said, “The snow is getting heavier. You should go back to your room. I’ll head home.”

“Alright.”

Seeing Jiang Peihuan nod, the man then turned and left the pavilion.

Watching Jiang Peihuan enter her room, the man left the plum garden.

Back in her room, Jiang Peihuan wasn’t sleepy. The Xue family’s house was a distance from the general’s mansion, and she was somewhat worried about Xue Yan and Jiang Hong.

“Eldest Miss, are you worried about the general and madam?”

Seeing Jiang Peihuan constantly looking outside, Yue Er approached and said softly.

Hearing her, Jiang Peihuan nodded. Then, she picked up a hand warmer from the side, “Accompany me to my older brother’s courtyard. Let’s go to the entrance to meet my father and mother.”

“Yes.”

“Xiao Bai, don’t mess around.”

When Yue Er opened the door, Xiao Bai, who was beside the bed, ran directly to Jiang Peihuan’s feet.

Seeing it constantly tugging at Jiang Peihuan’s skirt, Yue Er gently scolded, but Xiao Bai wasn’t afraid of her and acted as if he didn’t hear.

Watching this, a smile appeared in Jiang Peihuan’s eyes.

Handing the hand warmer to Yue Er, Jiang Peihuan bent down to pick up Xiao Bai, looking at the little creature in her arms, she whispered, “Do you want to go out with me?”

Xiao Bai couldn’t speak, but at the sound of Jiang Peihuan’s voice, it licked her hand.

Feeling the wet touch on her fingertips, Jiang Peihuan’s expression became even gentler.

She stretched out her hand, gently patting Xiao Bai’s head, and then carrying it outside, “Since you’re not afraid of the cold, 1’11 take you with me.”

“You little fellow, you seem to have gained weight these few days.”

“How could he not? Lu Er feeds him all sorts of delicious food every day.”

Sometimes, she would rather not eat it herself than let the wolf cubs eat it. Jiang Peihuan also knew about this.

The two of them, carrying Xiao Bai, headed to Jiang Changbai’s courtyard. Before they reached the entrance, Jiang Peihuan heard Jiang Changbai’s voice.

“Cousin Xue Ru, it’s getting colder. You should go back to your room to rest.”

“Cousin Changbai, the snow is getting heavier. Why don’t you let me stay in your room to avoid the snowstorm?”

Hearing Xue Ru’s voice, Jiang Peihuan frowned.

Pushing open the courtyard door, Jiang Peihuan walked straight in.

Jiang Changbai was standing helplessly at the door, while Xue Ru was looking at him tenderly, holding a food box in her hand.

Seeing this scene, a hint of sarcasm appeared in Jiang Peihuan’s eyes.

When they were in Chrysanthemum Hall, Jiang Peihuan had noticed that Xue Ru was looking at her elder brother with a strange expression. However, She thought she’d at least have to wait a couple of days, but she didn’t expect Xue Ru to be so impatient.

“Elder brother?”

Seeing that Jiang Changbai was wearing only a thin garment, Jiang Peihuan approached and spoke softly.

“Huan Er, you’re here.”

Seeing Jiang Peihuan approaching him, a big smile appeared on Jiang Changbai’s face, and he visibly relaxed.

“Yue Er, go into elder brother’s room and fetch his cloak.”

“Yes, Eldest Miss.”

Hearing Jiang Peihuan’s instruction, Yue Er quickly entered Jiang Changbai’s room.

Holding the food box, Xue Ru frowned upon seeing this.

“Cousin Huan Er, why are you here?”

“Shouldn’t 1 be the one asking that, Cousin Ru?”

Facing Jiang Peihuan’s gaze, Xue Ru felt a chill. Yet when she looked up again, she found Jiang Peihuan’s expression to be as gentle as always.

Glancing at the food box in her hand, Xue Ru said softly, “It’s so cold, and I was worried that my cousin would catch a cold, so I prepared some sweet soup for him.”

“Cousin Ru is very thoughtful. But you seem to forget that this is the General’s Mansion. There are servants to take care of my brother.”

“In the future, it might be better if you don’t trouble yourself with such tasks. While those in the know appreciate your intentions, others might gossip about a young lady being alone with a man late at night. It might tarnish your reputation.”

“Young Master, your cloak.”

When Xue Ru heard Jiang Peihuan’s words, her eyes were filled with anger. Just as she was about to speak, she saw Yue Er walking over with Jiang Changbai’s cloak.

However, she showed no intention of helping Jiang Changbai put it on.

Noticing this, Xue Ru glared at Yue Er and said coldly, “You’re so clueless. Can’t you help my cousin with his cloak?”

“Cousin, let me help you put it on.”

As Xue Ru approached with the intent to help, Jiang Changbai sidestepped her before she could touch him.

Meeting her embarrassed gaze, Jiang Changbai said coldly, “No need. I can manage it myself.”

After saying this, he quickly tied his cloak around himself.

Seeing this, Jiang Peihuan turned to her brother and suggested, “Elder brother, the snow seems to be getting heavier. I’m not sure if our parents have set out yet. Should we go and meet them?”

“Alright, I’ll have the carriage prepared immediately.”

With that, Jiang Changbai walked out of the courtyard. When he reached the door, he remembered that Xue Ru was still standing at the door of his room. He turned around and said,” Cousin, you should go back to your room and rest early. Don’t catch a cold.”

After leaving the courtyard, Jiang Changbai sincerely bowed to Jiang Peihuan, “Huan Er it’s lucky you came. Otherwise, I fear I wouldn’t have been able to get away today.”