bayedsolid Chapter 256 Just in case 1
Chapter 256 Just in case 1
A dark glint flashed in Mu Xin Nuan's eyes. The news of the abbot of Qiyun Temple's upcoming sermon had only been released in the last few days; previously, even some of the prominent ladies in the capital were unaware of it. After all, he was a highly virtuous monk; he didn't need to publicize his sermons. As soon as a whisper of it escaped, countless believers would flock to his temple!
But how did Mu Xinyao find out?
The answer is obvious!
Even if the abbot of Qiyun Temple is highly respected, he is insignificant in front of the royal family! After all, this is the territory of Dayong. If the Ming King wants to know, what is impossible?
Having personally confirmed this fact, Mu Xinnuan's heart still ached slightly. It seemed that her rebirth had changed her mother's fate and Mu Qingyuan's temperament, but it had no effect on Mu Xinyao.
She was still as ruthless and sinister as she had been in her previous life. It seemed that I had been too kind to her before.
Now, this is Qiyun Temple, not Mu Mansion. Since Ming Wang and Mu Xinyao have joined forces, there will naturally be many helpers around Mu Xinyao.
Mu Xin Nuan's eyes darkened slightly when she heard the news that the old lady had come out. When the two of them went out to greet her, they found that Jin Shi had also arrived with Mu Xin Yi.
Although Mu Xinyi was born to Madam Yang, she was still the only daughter of the second branch of the family. Although Madam Jin did not like her, she thought that she would need to use this daughter for marriage alliances in the future and would have to rely on her to pave the way for the future of the second branch of the family. Therefore, she still cared about her quite a bit.
Jin personally went up to help the old lady, while Mu Xinyao stepped in on the other side. Mu Xinnuan seemed not to understand their little schemes and completely ignored them.
It's just to appear filial in front of others for a while, is it really necessary? You know, in ordinary families, the distinction between嫡 (legitimate) and 庶 (illegitimate) is clear. The elders are away, so those who are by her side are naturally her direct relatives!
But this Mu Xinyao?
Mu Xin Nuan ignored her overstepping behavior and instead took the lead, walking ahead of the old lady with Mu Qing.
"Grandmother, I'll go ahead and check first, so that no more ignorant people might come and offend you."
The old lady nodded, but Mu Xinyao, who was standing next to her, looked even more unpleasant.
Originally, she stood beside the old lady, and Mu Xin Nuan had to follow behind them. In this way, although Mu Xin Yao was born out of wedlock, she could still feel the air of a legitimate daughter when she walked outside!
After all, having a legitimate daughter following behind her was a very satisfying feeling for her!
Let's just say she's being too petty and taking everything so seriously! Now that she sees Mu Xin Nuan taking the lead, the sense of superiority she felt earlier vanished instantly.
Mu Xin Nuan led Mu Qing and the others forward. Although she didn't care about these superficial things, it didn't mean that Mu Xin Yao could bully her at will in front of others!
It's just a matter of who came first and who came last; she really didn't care!
The reason she took the initiative to walk ahead was because she was certain that Mu Xinyao had reached some kind of agreement with the Prince of Ming and would plot against her from behind! If she fell behind and some unfounded rumors were spread, she would definitely have no choice but to marry into the Prince of Ming's mansion as a concubine!
Now that I'm in the lead, if I disappear or am stopped by someone, can the old lady and the others just stand by and do nothing?
This was Mu Xin Nuan's true intention. There were many people and gossips at Qi Yun Temple, and she couldn't give them even the slightest chance to spread rumors!
From the moment the old lady left the guest courtyard until she finished worshipping Buddha and returned home, Mingwang didn't get a single chance along the way!
At most, they only managed a chance encounter in the main hall, and Mu Xin Nuan even politely retreated behind the old lady and Jin Shi. In front of everyone, Ming Wang couldn't say much, only offering a few perfunctory words before turning and leaving.
Before leaving, Mu Xin Nuan noticed that one of the guards beside the Ming King glared fiercely at Mu Xin Yao.
Mu Xinyao swayed noticeably, and although the fear in her eyes was faint, Mu Xinnuan still caught it.
"Sister, I heard the crabapple blossoms on the back hill are in excellent bloom. Sister, shall we go and see them together?"
"No need. I'm a little tired from accompanying my grandmother to worship Buddha today. I'd better go back and rest."
"Sister, are you already tired? You originally planned to meet Miss Sun and a few other young ladies. I heard that my eldest cousin would also be coming. But it's a pity that my eldest cousin would be disappointed if you weren't here."
Mu Xin Nuan's eyelids twitched. Was she being threatened with Li Wan Yue? What would happen if she didn't go? Would her older cousin be the one to suffer?
“In that case, it would be inappropriate for me not to go. Let’s go back and change our clothes first. After praying to Buddha for so long, our clothes are dirty. Besides, we should also inform Grandmother and Second Aunt.”
"Alright, let's go together."
Mu Xin Nuan returned to the courtyard to change her clothes, and Mu Qing whispered, "Miss, the Second Miss is coming this way. She obviously doesn't intend to let you go."
"How's the information I asked you to gather?"
"Miss, my eldest cousin has indeed arrived. However, she is currently accompanying the Lady of the Marquis to offer incense with her husband. I doubt she will go to the back mountain."
"We still can't be careless. Have you told your older cousin about this?"
“Miss, I not only told this news to my eldest cousin, but I also told it to my cousin’s husband. I noticed that my cousin’s husband looked a little unwell, and I also heard him specifically instruct the maids around my eldest cousin to stay by her side at all times.”
Mu Xin Nuan nodded, "That's good. Unless there's something particularly important, I reckon my cousin's husband won't leave her side."
"Miss, the second young lady has entered the courtyard."
"Okay, take my cloak with you. It's a bit chilly on the back mountain. Also, bring our own tea and snacks, just in case."
"Yes, ma'am."
Mu Xin Nuan had to be careful now! Thinking about Duanmu Chu Ze's reminder last night, and then about Mu Xin Yao's threat just now, she had to be on high alert this time and absolutely could not give them a chance to scheme against her!
But did Sun Ruoxiang come too? I wonder. They know I'm close to her, so what?
Forget it! There's no point in thinking too much. Let's deal with it when the time comes. If things don't look good, I can just drag Sun Ruoxiang away! She really doesn't take Mu Xinyao seriously!