The Dandy's Duchess

Chapter 76: Wealthy People (6)

Xian Ge's thoughts were instantly shattered. He felt he was out of his mind; this woman was filled with all sorts of dirty and chaotic thoughts. How could she stand on the same level as the heir? He turned his head, his face stern, and said, "Miss Qianyue, be careful with your words. This is a temple, filled with monks and high priests who have taken refuge in Buddhism. How could there be nuns living here? Let alone marrying a nun; that's simply a joke, sheer nonsense!"

Yun Qianyue rolled her eyes. In modern times, monks and nuns could marry! This backward ancient society was full of people with wooden heads. She immediately retorted, "Hmph, it's just not happening now, but in the future, it will definitely happen!"

Xian Ge halted again, warning seriously, "Miss Qianyue, I advise you not to speak such words again. This is Ling Tai Temple; if someone hears you and angers Master Lingyin, the abbot, and the other monks, even my family's heir wouldn't be able to protect you. You might be driven out of the mountain gate."

"Good, kick me out! Who would want to stay in this broken place?" Yun Qianyue said nonchalantly.

Xian Ge was furious and said, "What I mean is that driving you out is a minor issue; it will implicate my family's heir."

"I have no relationship with your heir at all. What does it matter to me?" Yun Qianyue rolled her eyes.

Xian Ge was speechless, looking at Yun Qianyue as if she were a monster. Could such words come from a noble lady? Especially in front of a man; it was too rude. He couldn't understand why the heir agreed to let Lord Yun take care of her. He truly felt sorry for the heir. His cold face kept changing colors.

"Wow, your face is changing colors like a chameleon," Yun Qianyue suddenly noticed something amusing and looked at Xian Ge's face with interest, as if she wanted to reach out and rub it.

Xian Ge suddenly turned around and strode ahead. He truly doubted whether this woman was really a daughter of the Yun Prince's residence! If he hadn't known that Miss Qianyue was a spoiled brat who disregarded social norms and often did shocking things, he would have captured her and taken her to see the officials, claiming that this woman was an imposter.

Xian Ge's steps were quick, and in the blink of an eye, he had left Yun Qianyue far behind.

Yun Qianyue didn't mind, thinking that this little guard, Rongjing, was simply too rigid, lacking even a cell of entertainment.

Cailian, Ting Xue, and Tingyu followed behind, feeling embarrassed for their lady. In Ling Tai Temple, to say that there were nuns living in the temple, she must be the first person in history to say so. And to actually suggest that monks and nuns could marry, it was a wonder she even thought of it. The three exchanged glances and sighed in unison. Although their lady was not close to others, she still understood etiquette and knew what to say and what not to say in front of outsiders. But now, looking at their lady—wolfing down her food, walking unsteadily, and speaking crude words—she truly had no semblance of a womanly image! They couldn't help but worry for her. Would their lady even be able to get married in the future?

Xian Ge in front was also thinking that such a woman probably wouldn't be able to get married, and no one would want her. No wonder the Crown Prince didn't like her! It was truly hard to accept.

Yun Qianyue, however, had no self-awareness and continued to stroll leisurely, thinking that since she was stepping on ancient ground, it was fine to feel it out. If she had the chance to return to modern times someday, she could also contribute to the study of cultural relics for the National Cultural Heritage Bureau.

No one spoke again as they passed by various temples, heading straight to the Zen temple on the back mountain.

The little monk busily scurried back and forth, seeing the few of them respectfully bowing, before hurrying away. He was headed towards the Hall of Master Bodhidharma. From that direction, faint chanting could already be heard. Although they couldn't see it with their own eyes, they could sense that it must be bustling and lively.

Yun Qianyue imagined Rongjing sitting there with a bald monk and couldn't help but cheerfully say, "It'd be best if your heir converts to Buddhism today. I will definitely burn incense to celebrate for him."

Xian Ge halted again, expressionless, looking at Yun Qianyue's cheerful face, "Ten years ago, Master Lingyin said that although my family's heir has a heart for Buddhism, he lacks the affinity for it. He will never convert to Buddhism in this lifetime. Miss Qianyue need not worry about my family's heir."

With that, Xian Ge continued to walk ahead.

Yun Qianyue blinked, her eyes darkening. Damn it! That old soothsayer Lingyin was specifically going against her. Rongjing clearly looked like he could attain enlightenment right away! No vision!

Cailian, having interacted with Yun Qianyue for several days, naturally understood her thoughts and sighed, whispering to her, "Miss, the heir treats you very well! Your hair today is styled by him, isn't it? A man's hands are so precious, especially the heir's hands, which have probably never tied up anyone else's hair. Now, he's treating you so differently; you should be grateful! Don't wish for him to become a monk."

"Hmph, my hair was messed up by him! If he didn't help me style it, who would?" Yun Qianyue got irritated just thinking about it. Her hair wasn't even messy. It had just been awkwardly pulled for a while.

"Miss, how could the heir mess up your hair? It must have been you who messed it up while sleeping. The heir kindly helped you style it, and you treat him so ungratefully!" Cailian glared at Yun Qianyue and added, "Besides, the lord and lady of the Rong Prince's residence passed away a long time ago. Now, the direct line has only the heir left. If he becomes a monk, who will inherit the Rong Prince's residence? You must never say such things again."

Yun Qianyue was taken aback. "So, Rongjing's parents have both passed away? A long time ago?"

"Yes, I heard that ten years ago, there was a rebellion in the northern frontier, and the lord went to suppress it. He got trapped in the northern frontier. Although the siege was lifted later, the lord reportedly contracted a poisonous illness and fell severely ill on the way back, passing away on the road. His body was already frozen by the time it was returned. The lady, deeply in love with the lord, committed suicide upon hearing the terrible news. The lord married only one lady in his lifetime and had only the heir, Rongjing! After that, the heir fell seriously ill and hadn't left the house for ten years." Cailian spoke in a very low voice, complaining, "Miss, you should have known about this. It's just that you've never cared about others."

Yun Qianyue felt a bit heavy-hearted, not expecting Rongjing to be so pitiful. But compared to her being an orphan since childhood, he was also fortunate. Many people in the world were more unfortunate than him. At least he, Rongjing, was revered by the people and lived more comfortably than others. With this thought, her heavy heart lightened a bit, and she lowered her voice, asking, "Isn't Rong Linglan Rongjing's sister? How is it that he's the only one left in the direct line?"