Chapter 10, Three People (Part 1)

Lu Ying and Zeng Lang turned their heads at the same time

Before he could wait for Lu Ying to nod, a delicate and cheerful voice came from behind, "Ah Ying, is that you?"

"Hmm." Ain turned her head to look at Lu Ying, her eyes bright as she waited for her to continue.

Upon hearing Zeng Lang speak, Ain's eyes sparkled even more brightly. However, she immediately stamped her foot and playfully scolded, "Zeng Lang, you must not say that about Aying!" Despite her words, she exchanged a sweet and joyful glance with Zeng Lang, bypassing Lu Ying.

Her gaze was as clear as water, and her expression was calm. "I am very curious to know the reason now"

Lu Ying seemed to be lost in thought as she lowered her head

After standing still for a while, he suddenly turned around and strode towards Lu Ying. Just as he took a step forward, Ain called out: "Zeng Lang!" with a tone of warning.

Ayin's voice is crisp and clear; she is the proper and dignified sister-in-law from a well-to-do family. Given her status, her affectionate and warm treatment of Lu Ying makes even passersby feel that she shares a deep sisterly bond with Lu Ying, perceiving her as gentle and delightful, bringing joy to those around her

Seeing that she remained silent, Zeng Lang beside her cleared his throat and said softly: "Aying, you need to change this gloomy temperament of yours. Not everyone has a disposition like Ayin's. If you continue like this, you will offend many people"

How could this sentence be so shocking! In an instant, both Zeng Lang was taken aback and Ain was also stunned

He and Lu Ying were betrothed at the age of five, and in his heart, Lu Ying had always been his. He had never imagined that one day, Lu Ying would say the words "let someone else take over" in such a cold and emotionless tone!

Glancing at Ain, Zeng Lang revealed a faint smile. He then cast a sidelong glance at Lu Ying beside him, secretly pondering: these two sisters, one is exceptionally graceful, and the other is strikingly beautiful, both are rare beauties

Ayin had just climbed down from the donkey cart and was now running towards the two people while holding up her skirt. In her haste, her powdered face was flushed, her eyes sparkled brightly, and she appeared very radiant.

Upon thinking of this, A Ying Ge Ge smiled, stood on tiptoe, and whispered in Lu Ying's ear, who was half a head taller than her: "A Ying, I have good news to tell you, Zeng Lang's father has been promoted. Hehe, you will be the young mistress from now on."

Yes, he does not intend to marry Lu Ying, but he has never considered giving up on her, allowing her to be possessed by another man. His woman, he can do without, he can demean her, he can reduce her to a concubine, but he absolutely cannot tolerate her daring to casually and nonchalantly dismiss him!

This is the first time she has seen Ain since her last injury

Zeng Lang smiled

Is that so? Lu Ying's lips curled slightly as she turned her gaze towards Zeng Lang, pursing her lips and smiling as she said, "I thought that A Yin actually didn't like me, and that the reason she was friendly with me was because of you, Zeng Lang!"

At that moment, Lu Ying beside me spoke up, "Ain."

Ayin hurriedly ran in front of the two, not noticing Zeng Lang, and joyfully approached Lu Ying, holding her hands and smiling as she said: "Ah Ying, Ah Ying, I haven't seen you for several days, I miss you so much. How about you? Have you missed me?"

Ayin felt a sudden unease in her heart. In the past, when she spoke this way, Lu Ying would be shy and bashful; when she scolded Zeng Lang, Lu Ying would look at her with gratitude. Never before had she seen such a cold and calm gaze directed at her, one that seemed to be contemplating yet also scrutinizing.

Zeng Lang paused for a moment, yet did not turn to look at Ain. After a brief hesitation, he took another step forward and continued to chase after Lu Ying

In a fit of anger, Zeng Lang hurriedly took three steps at a time and finally caught up with Lu Ying

She paused for a moment, her lips moved slightly, yet she still did not utter a single word. At that moment, Zeng Lang furrowed his brows and said, "That's enough, Ain is busy with something. Aying, do not be unreasonable!"

Lu Ying glanced at the two, offering a faint smile, "However, speaking of which, Cousin Wu is truly beautiful in life, and her family background is beyond what I can compare to. Only you are worthy of Zeng Lang." With a smile that seemed to hide more, she sighed softly, "In fact, if you really want me to step aside, it is not impossible..." As if fearing that the two might not understand, Lu Ying waved her sleeves a few times, causing the five-zhu coins in her sleeve pocket to clink against each other, producing a series of crisp sounds.

Zeng Lang spoke very seriously, his eyes fixed on Lu Ying, waiting for her to nod in agreement

As soon as these words were spoken, Zeng Lang was taken aback, while A Yin jumped up. Before the two could question her, Lu Ying curled her lips into a faint smile and said: "Actually, what I mean is that, regardless of the circumstances, my injury is indeed related to you. Not to mention our friendship, even considering that you have hurt me, you should come to visit me. A Yin, I have been bedridden for quite some time, why haven't you come to see me?"

With a leisurely turn, Lu Yingman walked forward, leaving the two stunned individuals behind her

As she walked, Lu Ying secretly pondered while stroking the money in her sleeve pocket: If I were to gain some insight, these two would likely bring some wealth to bribe me, hoping I would willingly give up this good match, right? How much would they offer? Hmm, I need to investigate thoroughly and see how much private savings Ain and Zeng Lang each have.

After saying this, she moved a little away from Lu Ying, staring at her and laughing, "Ah Ying is the best, hehe, you don't know how I talked about you to my family yesterday. I said, my family’s Ah Ying has a straightforward personality, is filial, and is simply loved by everyone."

It is indeed the voice of Ain

The expression on the exquisitely made-up face of Ain froze

Lu Ying tugged at the corner of her lips and slowly said: "I heard from Zeng Lang that it was you who accidentally pushed me off the Xuan Yun Temple that day"

Lu Ying looked at Ain for a while, then turned to Zeng Lang, and after that, she turned back to Ain

Thinking that these two beauties could be his own, the young man raised his chin even higher, glancing around at the mundane passersby, feeling a surge of pride and ambition

Lu Ying did not notice the change in Zeng Lang's expression; she was looking at Ain

Lu Ying walked leisurely, yet she did not notice Zeng Lang behind her, who did not show the slightest hint of joy.

At this moment, Lu Ying realized that after her self-harm, she had truly changed a great deal. A man to whom she had devoted her feelings for many years, once she decided to let go, she was indeed able to completely release him.

Having said that, she cast a sidelong glance at Zeng Lang, wrinkled her little nose, and cutely huffed, "Zeng Lang, how can you make my Ah Ying walk? Hmph, you are not good to her at all!" Although it was a reprimand, her gentle tone made it comforting to hear.