The Villain in the Quick Travel is My Wife

Chapter 71

Chapter 71.3.21

An Shuting was aware of the situation between Wan Anhe and Lin Ximeng, but he needed to tread carefully. While he appeared to maintain his usual demeanor, he had discreetly enlisted an experienced female doctor to handle the matter.

"Master, this is the doctor's reply." Ping An recognized that his master often acted unconventionally, but this situation was far from ordinary; An Shuting was poised to reveal the truth.

After handing the letter to An Shuting, he lowered his gaze, intently counting the patterns on the ground beneath him, silently pondering how long his fortunate circumstances would last if his master's son had indeed gotten the daughter of that wealthy family pregnant.

An Shuting squinted at the information on the paper. Lin Ximeng had indeed been pregnant for over a month, and given her condition, it was no surprise that her pregnancy had come to light.

It made sense why there wasn't much mention of Wan Anhe in the narrative; many students were busy with exams at that time. An Shuting couldn't determine whether Lin Ximeng's accusations against Sun Yuebai were premeditated or impulsive.

Though Sun Yuebai held a noble status, it seemed he had been mistreated throughout his life. His utilitarian and heartless parents in childhood, the girl Bai Wanqiu he admired in youth, the student he valued, Wan Anhe, in his middle age, and Lin Ximeng, whom he regarded as a junior-each person close to him had ultimately betrayed him.

That's why An Shuting felt compelled to inflict a wound upon himself, preventing any psychological burden. He crumpled the letter in his hand and watched as the flames consumed it.

"Sir, do you want to inform the master about this? It could turn into a joyous occasion," Ping An suggested cautiously, noting An Shuting's cold demeanor and apparent bad mood. Despite this, he sensed no panic; perhaps An Shuting could even negotiate with the headmaster of Bailu Academy.

"Keep your mouth shut and don't do anything unnecessary," An Shuting replied coolly.

"But if we don't manage this properly, it could tarnish your reputation and the young master's," Ping An reminded him. He knew that An Shuting didn't want to discuss the matter, but he felt it necessary to point out the potential consequences. If things escalated, it wouldn't just be the young master facing punishment; Ping An would suffer too.

"What young master? You don't think I would be involved with Lin Ximeng, do you? Why would I fall for such an ungrateful and heartless girl?" An Shuting glared at Ping An.

"Who do you think I am, sir?" An Shuting's standards were evidently higher; his ideal partner was a beautiful lady of both talent and status. The implication was an insult to him.

"I was wrong. Our young master has always had high standards." Hearing this, Ping An let out a silent sigh of relief, grateful that his master's integrity remained intact.

It wasn't surprising he thought too much about this situation, considering An Shuting had suddenly requested an abundance of new clothes and accessories, insisting they be made with exquisite craftsmanship. He had also collected various recipes for sweet pastries and seeds for flowers and herbs.

An Shuting had never shown interest in such trivial matters before. Even during his previous infatuation, he hadn't behaved this way. Ping An suspected that An Shuting had been influenced by those around him at the academy, reigniting his interest.

"I, your young master, will naturally never settle for just any woman, so don't make any wild guesses in the future." He lowered his head to extinguish the candle, speaking casually.

An Shuting had decided that Ping An was sincere and useful; thus, he could gradually reveal his connection with Sun Yuebai to him.

Ping An observed An Shuting with a measured expression, agreeing outwardly but feeling a calm determination within. His young master seemed to conjure new ideas daily, while Ping An, as a servant, simply listened.

"The person I like must be the best in the world. I have high standards," An Shuting declared, affirming that he had remained single for so many years for a reason.

Sun Yuebai was now the object of his admiration. In the past, An Shuting respected Sun Yuebai for his courage and resourcefulness.

However, upon arriving in this world and experiencing their situations firsthand, he found Sun Yuebai's methods too harsh and felt compelled to distance himself.

An Shuting's initial claims of love for Sun Yuebai stemmed from the cruel tactics he had observed in the story's climactic moments. This left him with a lingering guilt toward Sun Yuebai.

Although Sun Yuebai was not an inherently good person at this point, he was far less extreme than he would later become, abandoning everything in his quest for revenge.

Reflecting on this now, An Shuting felt a pang of heartbreak whenever he thought of Sun Yuebai.

No one is born with a heart of stone; every time Sun Yuebai showed compassion, he was met with betrayal.

It was no wonder that Sun Yuebai ultimately became so paranoid, cold, and ruthless.

"Sir, you have a discerning eye. Is that person still being watched?" Ping An asked earnestly. Sensing An Shuting's demeanor, he understood that someone who was so exemplary must exist.

He was puzzled by An Shuting's insistence on keeping tabs on a woman, especially one who seemed so clingy.

"Well..." An Shuting frowned, contemplating for a moment before whispering to Ping An.