Chapter 104 - 65: How About Marrying Me?

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Chapter 104: Chapter 65: How About Marrying Me?Ran Yan watched as the crowd drew closer and hurriedly pressed herself against the wall, but when she looked up, she saw Xiao Song standing boldly at the mouth of the alley. Annoyed at the sight, she had no choice but to pull him over. Otherwise, a tall, handsome man like him would naturally attract a few extra glances from passersby. If that happened, it would make no difference whether she hid or not. "Assistant Minister Xiao, if you don’t wish to leave, at least do not stand at the entrance and attract unnecessary attention," Ran Yan said firmly as she clutched Xiao Song’s wrist and spoke in a hushed tone. Xiao Song cooperated by lowering his voice. "Wife Ran, there’s no law in Great Tang that prohibits standing at this alleyway." As the people drew nearer, Ran Yan clenched her teeth and said, "Consider it a favor I’m asking of you." Xiao Song nodded solemnly, "Very well, but seeking my help comes with a price to be repaid." "What is it?" Ran Yan glanced sideways at the outside, hoping to delay until the crowd dispersed. Xiao Song, who had clearly seen through her intentions, said, "Nothing much, just give me an opportunity later to escort you home and have a chat along the way." "Alright, it’s a deal," Ran Yan agreed promptly. Although she was displeased with Xiao Song’s coercion, she couldn’t deny that his request was reasonable and his wording polite enough to be acceptable. On the street outside the alley, a group of noble young men surrounded Ran Yunsheng’s carriage, with Zhang Fei raising his voice, "Seventeen, the Qi family’s ship is hosting the Qiqiao Festival, and the head of the Qi family sent us to invite Seventeen over." After a moment, only Ran Yunsheng emerged from the carriage and addressed the group, "My sister has just recovered from a serious illness and is easily fatigued; she has already gone back to rest. I apologize for disappointing everyone." When Ran Yunsheng stepped down, everyone had seen that the carriage was empty of anyone else. The Ran Family was not to be offended lightly, so even though they were reluctant, they couldn’t be too aggressive. In reality, if Ran Yan had stood on the ship, head held high, allowing them to gaze their fill, perhaps there would’ve been less relentless pursuit. Unfortunately, at the time she was seething with anger and had just reached the deck before retreating into the cabin, leaving people with just a fleeting glimpse of her beauty. Therefore, everyone later wanted to find her to get a clearer look, especially on a day like Qixi, when everyone could ogle without restraint. The disappointed group took their leave, and Zhang Fei said, "Since it’s Qixi, why don’t you join us on the ship, Shilang?" "I have important matters to attend to and won’t join the festivities. Enjoy yourself, Mr. Zhang!" Ran Yunsheng bowed gracefully, making his refusal quite clear. Zhang Fei, not wanting to insist, exchanged a few polite words and then left with the others. In the alley, Xiao Song lowered his head to see the crown of Ran Yan’s head, her long eyelashes, and the slightly upturned tip of her nose that made her look playful and lovely. Her long hair was loosely tied behind her, creating an impression of casual laziness rather than neatness. A stirring feeling swept through Xiao Song, prompting him to lean closer to her, "Why do you run from the adoration others would beg for?" "I dare not enjoy such adulation," Ran Yan replied, finally relaxing as they walked away. Xiao Song nodded understandingly. Not everyone enjoyed being the center of attention; with Ran Yan’s aloof temperament, she probably disliked having to maneuver through crowds. "Bai Yi!" Xiao Song called out loudly. A deep voice responded from the entrance of the alley, "Assistant Minister!" "Bring the carriage over," Xiao Song instructed. "Understood," Bai Yi went to fetch the carriage. While waiting, Ran Yunsheng had already made a round near the market and returned. Sёarᴄh the Nôvelƒire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. "Assistant Minister Xiao, it’s been a while," Ran Yunsheng said as he hopped off the carriage and greeted Xiao Song with a bow. Xiao Song nodded slightly and said, "After several months, Shilang’s charm has surpassed before." Ran Yunsheng replied, "When did you arrive in Suzhou, Assistant Minister Xiao? Are you here on official business? If you’re free, please allow the Ran Family to extend some hospitality." "I’m just passing through Jiangnan Road and I’ll depart for Chang’an early tomorrow. I appreciate the Ran Family’s sentiment and ask you to convey my regards to your honored father." Xiao Song’s face bore an appropriate smile, composed and benign, and the aura he exuded was genuinely compelling. Had Ran Yan not known about his multiple investigations into Su Fu, she would have been fully convinced by his words. "I haven’t finished talking to your sister; let’s escort her home together and continue our conversation on the way," Xiao Song casually disclosed the agreement they’d reached earlier, as if it was a spontaneous suggestion, leaving Ran Yan in silent amazement. Ran Yunsheng hesitated slightly, but seeing that Ran Yan had no objections, he smiled and said, "Then we’ll trouble Assistant Minister Xiao."

Chapter 104 - 65: How About Marrying Me?

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