Greetings, Ninth Uncle

Ch 69 - Worth

When Cheng Yujin saw Zhai Yanlin came from behind, complicated feelings flashed through her mind, and for a moment, she didn't know what to do.

Old Madam Cheng' coincidentally' told her to visit the garden. Cheng Yumo left 'coincidentally.' And she 'coincidentally' met Zhai Yanlin here. No matter what, it certainly was not coincidental.

Old Madam Cheng actually reached a consensus with Old Madam Zhai in such a short time and arranged for their chance encounter in the garden. Truly hard work. Should she feel grateful?

However, the matter had happened. It was useless to insist on finding the cause and effect or venting her emotions now. When she turned around to face Zhai Yanlin, Cheng Yujin had calmed down. However, she had no intention to move from her place. Separated by half of the long corridor, she greeted Zhai Yanlin: "Duke Cai."

Compared with Cheng Yujin's polite alienation, Zhai Yanlin was enthusiastic. He didn't care about the distance at all. Women were shy and reserved. If she didn't come to him, he just needed to walk towards her.

Zhai Yanlin strode towards Cheng Yujin. As he approached, the details of Cheng Yujin's appearance became apparent. Zhai Yanlin couldn't help sighing in admiration. His initial view was correct. Cheng Yujin was very beautiful, like an excellent jade. Although she wore plain clothes, she was still beautiful. But her current attire was far from showing her true potential. A woman like her should use all the precious things in the world. All kinds of gold, silver, jade, and gems should adore her body. Her disposition was to be revered by many, and be admired like the sun and the moon.

Out of a man's instinct, seeing a beauty made Zhai Yanlin happy. He had seen countless beauties, and his late wife and concubines were all of an outstanding look. But strangely enough, ever since he had seen Cheng Yujin, he always missed her. It was just a few months since he last saw her, but Zhai Yanlin couldn't bear it. When he heard the news that the Empress Dowager was going to go out of the palace, his first reaction was not to analyze the implied meaning, but to feel joyful.

Cheng Yujin would definitely join the occasion, and he finally had a chance to see her again.

This random encounter' was actually his instruction. Even if Old Madam Zhai wanted to see Cheng Yujin personally, she wouldn't so brashly ask for Cheng Yujin and Zhai Yanlin to meet directly. This matter was secretly arranged by Zhai Yanlin himself.

On the one hand, Zhai Yanlin was aware that he was acting outside the decorum. On the other hand, he was immersed in the joy of seeing Cheng Yujin again. Zhai Yanlin's eyes gleamed invasively while he got closer and closer to Cheng Yujin. Cheng Yujin frowned. Without even bothering to pretend, she took a few steps backward.

"Duke Cai, please don't get closer." Cheng Yujin stood straight and said coldly. "Men and women should keep their distance. Although this little girl accidentally meets Duke Cai, if others see us, they may misunderstand. It's better not to stand too close."

Zhai Yanlin raised his eyebrows and smiled playfully: "What does eldest Miss Cheng mean?"

Cheng Yujin was annoyed by Zhai Yanlin's slightly provocative tone and playful manner. It was as if he thought that he had completely seen through her and that they were exchanging a flirting banter. Cheng Yujin had a high double standard. She liked to appraise men's worth to choose the best possible husband candidate. However, she couldn't accept others did the same thing to her.

Cheng Yujin's expression was frigid, and even her smile was sarcastic: "What do I mean? Exactly what Duke Cai just heard."

Zhai Yanlin suddenly froze in place. The playfulness on his face disappeared. He originally thought that Cheng Yujin was merely playing hard to catch. Women were like this. In order to show their worth, they would pretend to be aloof to hang men's appetite.