The Cousin Is About to Marry，The Abstinent Young Lord Loses Control-Chapter 130: Zhu Zhu, Forgive Me

Xie Yunzhen has a social engagement and asks Ji Mingzhu to accompany him.

Ji Mingzhu declines, "You need to discuss serious matters, I shouldn’t be there."

"No secret talks."

Rarely having the chance, Xie Yunzhen wants to introduce Ji Mingzhu to his colleagues.

So she can have an understanding of whom he usually interacts with and have a grasp of it.

Ji Mingzhu still refuses.

"I’m just a woman of the inner chambers, it’s not appropriate to be at such gatherings..."

Xie Yunzhen doesn’t find it inappropriate; they are a couple and can appear together in various occasions.

Pinching Ji Mingzhu’s cheek, he asks aggrievedly, "Is it because I’m not presentable?"

Finally, they have an outing together, yet Mingzhu is unwilling to stay with him.

Xie Yunzhen feels a pang of jealousy.

Previously in Yangzhou, Mingzhu met the friends and students of Yuan Changan.

At that time, she didn’t refuse.

Why with him, it’s all cold rejection?

It’s unfair!

Ji Mingzhu’s hand, hidden in her wide sleeve, nudged Xie Yunling, signaling her to speak.

"Ahem!"

Xie Yunling cleared her throat immediately, "Your colleagues are nothing special. Mingzhu sister and I might as well go shopping."

Xie Yunzhen witnessed the little gesture between them.

Thus, imitating them, he starts with Xie Yunling.

"There’s a lakeside theater where you can enjoy a boat ride while listening to opera. The lotuses are blooming beautifully; aren’t you tempted to visit?"

He speaks slowly, with a hint of seduction.

Xie Yunling is indeed intrigued.

"Why didn’t I know about such a nice place before?"

The fish has bitten; Xie Yunzhen’s lips curl slightly.

"It’s because you’ve had too few opportunities to go out."

Xie Yunling finds some truth in it.

The restrictions on girls from good families are numerous; this can’t be done, that can’t be done.

They stay home all day, never stepping outside the threshold.

Compared to men, who knows how much joy they’re missing?

Her gaze turns melancholic, "Brother, you wouldn’t be seeking fun outside behind Mingzhu sister’s back, would you?"

"What nonsense are you saying?"

Xie Yunzhen quickly declares his loyalty to Ji Mingzhu, "You know, I only have you."

The man’s gaze is burning.

Every word is normal, but paired with his look, it carries an ambiguous undertone.

Ji Mingzhu’s cheeks flush, suddenly understanding Xie Yunzhen’s meaning.

Glaring at him discreetly.

"Shut up!"

Xie Yunzhen’s smile can’t be restrained, and he directly takes Ji Mingzhu’s hand.

"I see Yunling is wanting to play. Madam, let’s not spoil the child’s fun."

Xie Yunling indeed shows some desire.

But that doesn’t mean she likes being called a child.

"In two years, I’ll be of age."

Xie Yunzhen nods seriously, "Hm, then let your sister-in-law find you a good husband."

Xie Yunling blushes deeply.

She shakes Ji Mingzhu’s arm forcefully, "Mingzhu sister, look at him!"

Ji Mingzhu feels a bit of a headache.

"Why are you teasing her for no reason?"

Xie Yunzhen’s smile grows larger, "Girls grow up; don’t they all get married?"

Xie Yunling sticks out her tongue, "You’re so eager about this. When Mingzhu sister has a daughter, you can worry then."

When the topic of children comes up, Xie Yunzhen instinctively glances at Ji Mingzhu’s expression.

Her face holds a light smile, but her eyes are cold, devoid of warmth.

Xie Yunzhen’s heart aches slightly.

He recalls the child.

So tiny, not even the length of his forearm, weighing nothing in his grasp.

The child was so fragile, didn’t even open his eyes of the world before leaving forever.

Remembering that hopeless past, Xie Yunzhen struggles to breathe.

He grips Ji Mingzhu’s hand more firmly.

Striving to maintain his smile, pretending to be at ease.

"If we truly have a daughter, I won’t be able to let her marry away."

If anyone else were to bully their daughter, Xie Yunzhen thinks he would go mad.

He acknowledges his fault.

He won’t hurt Mingzhu anymore.

Lovingly, he will also protect their daughter.

Xie Yunling doesn’t notice the abnormality between the two.

"You just said, girls grow up and should all get married."

"It’s different. Mingzhu’s child is a treasure."

Not having one is also fine.

As long as Mingzhu is at his side, he has no other desires.

Xie Yunzhen silently adds two sentences in his heart.

Xie Yunling’s lips twitch, "So I’m just grass, and you’re eager to marry me off?"

"I didn’t say that."

The sibling continues their banter.

But Ji Mingzhu’s thoughts wander far away.

Her mind is empty, as if she’s thought of something, yet nothing at all.

She follows Xie Yunzhen up the carriage and then off the carriage.

Unable to focus her attention.

Xie Yunzhen, remaining silent, holds her hand, regretting bringing up the topic of children.

He kisses the back of her hand.

"Zhu Zhu, forgive me."

The past hurts cannot be erased.

All Xie Yunzhen can do is treat Ji Mingzhu doubly better.

The Crown Prince is also present, standing on the boat and witnessing the scene.

He asks loudly, "Avoiding what’s improper, should I keep my distance?"

Xie Yunzhen’s brow furrows slightly; he didn’t expect the Crown Prince to be here.

Instinctively, he shields Ji Mingzhu behind him, not wanting her to be seen by the opposite man.

Ji Mingzhu regains her senses, feeling utterly embarrassed.

She pinches the man’s waist in frustration.

"If you think I should not be seen, I’ll return, sparing you awkwardness!"

"I don’t mean that."

It’s not that Mingzhu is unpresentable, but she’s too beautiful, prone to stir admiration.

The Crown Prince is upright, considered a gentleman.

Yet, his gaze that day towards Mingzhu was amiss...

For Ji Mingzhu, Xie Yunzhen harbors a strong possessiveness.

Though the man is his friend, he does not wish Mingzhu to have any dealings with the Crown Prince.

Seemingly unnoticed of Xie Yunzhen’s guard, the Crown Prince steps towards them.

He’s adorned in a purple brocade robe, with well-defined features, exuding a noble aura.

Xie Yunling, though having met the Crown Prince before, still lowers her head in slight fear.

She bows lightly, then stands closely beside Ji Mingzhu.

Her demeanor resembles a chick seeking protection.

The Crown Prince smiles, measuring Xie Yunling’s height with his fan.

"It seems the little girl has grown quite a bit since last year."

His gaze shifts, landing on Ji Mingzhu.

"A rare event seeing Madam out. Luckily, I have matters to discuss with you. Would Madam mind stepping onboard for a talk?"

Ji Mingzhu is puzzled; she and the Crown Prince are strangers, what matters could there be to discuss?

About to speak, Xie Yunzhen tightly wraps his arm around her shoulder.

It’s an undeniable possessive gesture.

"What does Your Highness wish to discuss with my wife? If the matter isn’t urgent, Your Highness could inform me another day, and I’ll relay it to my wife at home."

Xie Yunzhen appears calm, but inside, jealousy surges.

Mingzhu is his wife.

What right does the Crown Prince have to call her by those words?