Why My Domineering Prince Regretted Filing for Divorce?-Chapter 54 You Have Earned My Respect

Yu Wenye had been silent all along, until she finished speaking, and only then did he slowly lift his eyes to meet those clear, bright eyes of hers.

He said, "I’m sorry."

"...!?"

Shang Ruyi was suddenly stunned, and after a moment, she stammered, "W-What did you say?"

Yu Wenye repeated, "I said, I’m sorry."

"..."

"Indeed, I did use you. The injury you bear should be blamed on me."

Shang Ruyi still couldn’t quite believe it. Though when she spoke those words, she didn’t hope for any explanation from Yu Wenye, let alone an apology. But she hadn’t expected that he would actually apologize.

However, when he did apologize, she found herself at a loss.

Yu Wenye continued, "Yet, my apology is not because I used you."

"Then, why?"

"I never thought you would win, it’s just that hearing your words, I wanted to—"

Shang Ruyi glared at him, "Make me look ridiculous?"

Yu Wenye seemed momentarily embarrassed, lightly coughing before saying, "I am not one to jest about military matters, but I must admit, Huang Gongyi’s words were spot on."

"..."

"In terms of skills among women, you outshine many men, or rather, your determination is stronger than many men—of course, there are women stronger than you, but you competed with such openness. Even in defeat, you lost with brilliance."

"..."

"Hence, you have earned the respect of the soldiers."

"..."

"And also earned my respect."

Shang Ruyi suddenly felt a tingling at her fingertips, as if pricked by a needle, causing a shiver that traveled up into her heart, making her chest pound wildly.

Who would have thought that Yu Wenye would say such words to her?

How well she knew that Yu Wenye was a proud and aloof man, hardly softening even for his own parents. Yet towards her, he had actually expressed—respect!

Shang Ruyi looked up at him, momentarily unable to speak.

Yu Wenye continued to rub her fingers until they were red and warm before letting go and saying, "Don’t do anything for the next couple of days, rest up and you’ll recover."

Silently, Shang Ruyi withdrew her hand, gripping it tightly and holding it to her heart.

Yu Wenye didn’t seem to notice the change in her, getting up by himself to change into a light shirt, then said, "However, my apology is solely for underestimating you. As for you saying I used you, I can only say that we matched each other."

Shang Ruyi looked up at him, "What do you mean?"

Yu Wenye smiled faintly at her, "What do you think?"

"..."

Shang Ruyi suddenly blushed with some embarrassment of being seen through. She covered it with a couple of coughs, intending to say something, only to see Yu Wenye walk over to the couch and lie down, saying, "Alright, you are tired today too, rest early."

Saying this, he closed his eyes.

Just as he was about to sleep, a light knocking sounded from outside, apparently Tushere had brought something. After the door closed again, footsteps slowly approached him.

Yu Wenye opened his eyes to see Shang Ruyi holding a small bowl, which she brought over to him.

Yu Wenye frowned, "What is this?"

Shang Ruyi handed the bowl to him, "It’s goat milk I asked She’er to prepare."

"Goat milk? What’s it for?"

"You mentioned that you’ve been getting cramps frequently these two years? When I was in Turkic regions, I saw their boys had similar problems, and they drank goat milk, cow milk, and even horse milk to relieve their cramps."

Yu Wenye looked grimly at the steaming white liquid, "Who drinks this stuff at this age?"

"..."

"Besides, cramps are a minor issue, I don’t need this."

Shang Ruyi spoke seriously, "It’s not a small issue. If you’re in the residence, it’s fine, but if you’re like that day, in battle and suddenly cramp up and can’t ride, it’s life-threatening."

Yu Wenye paused, feeling a sudden chill at her words.

Shang Ruyi continued, "If you find it unpleasant, next time I’ll add some fruit to the goat milk to make it sweet for you?"

"..."

Seeing her sincerity and her genuine consideration, Yu Wenye was struck by a strange tenderness that left him a bit disoriented.

He abruptly took the bowl, "No need."

Saying this, he drank it all.

Watching him drink every last drop, Shang Ruyi finally smiled, taking the empty bowl and said, "From now on, I’ll have She’er prepare a bowl each day. Don’t worry, I’ll say it’s mine, no one will know it’s for you."

Saying that, she turned and walked away.

As he watched her leave, Yu Wenye felt a momentary daze.

At this point, Shang Ruyi turned back to glance at him, hesitating to speak, prompting Yu Wenye to ask, "What do you want to say?"

Shang Ruyi blushed, and softly said, "If... in the morning, remember to wake me up first."

She didn’t want to be caught unprepared again, nor for him to see her in a flustered mess.

Yu Wenye paused for a moment, then understood.

He smiled gently, "Sleep."

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