TCN: Mei Gongqing

Chapters 82-88 summary

Chapters 82-88 summary

In the skipped chapters, Chen Rong spent most of her time settling back in the Nan'yang Chen estate and dealing with her relatives' snide remarks as usual. Because WH had called a mysterious man (CR in male clothes) "darling" when they entered the city, the heartbroken female population now thought QL was gay lol, and her cousins kept rubbing it in CR's face. No one knew she had gone to Mo'yang. They were suspicious because she had come back at the same time Qilang did, but quickly dispelled that thought because they didn't think anyone could risk their life for someone else like that. During this time, she had also met up with Nurse Ping and was able to bring her home.

Then one day, a banquet is held at the Liu estate. Her sorry-excuse-for-a human-being uncle, Chen Yuan, brought her along to pimp her to other rich men. His wife wanted to put too much makeup on her face, so at the banquet in front of everyone, Wang Hong told the servant to give her a basin of water to wash it off. It put CR in an awkward spot, but then all the girls went away to wash their faces too, lest WH thinks they're gaudy haha And that's where we will pick up. I'll fill the gaps when I eventually can, but for now please make do with what's available.

Chapter 89: Renewing Marriage Talks

At this time, the maidservants began to bring forth the screens to shield the young ladies.

Chen Rong let out a sigh as soon as the screens went around her. The crowd's prying eyes had made her rather uncomfortable just now.

She bowed her head, took a small sip of wine, and watched Wang Hong's shadow on the other side of the screen.

Just then, the doorway grew clamorous. The scholars and even Wang Hong all rose to welcome the newcomer.

Chen Rong paused while, next to her, Chen Wei happily cried: "He's here." Her voice slightly trembled due to her anxiousness.

Ran Min has come?

Chen Rong turned her head to look.

Through the screen, she could only see a vague silhouette striding inside. He was tall and majestic in the wavering lantern light.

Accompanied by Wang Hong, Ran Min was engaged in conversation while walking in.

Before long, he had sat down a few tables in front of Chen Rong.

The nobles continued to encircle Ran Min even after he had taken his seat. Amid the jollity, Chen Gongrang solemnly stood up, accorded Ran Min a deep bow and proceeded to say: "Nan'yang is lucky to have you in its time of danger. The city is joyous that you can be here, general."

Chen Gongrang was well-respected. His speech immediately drew the crowd's attention.

Under everyone's scrutiny, Ran Min simply smiled. His voice was laced with exhaustion and hoarseness when he said: "Sir, there is no need for these words."

Chen Gongrang laughed. "Aye aye, there is no need for these words. I'm sure it's quite obvious to you." He waved his sleeves and returned to his seat.

At this moment, Chen Wei leaned toward Chen Rong, whispering: "Ah Rong, my heart's pounding."

Chen Rong stared at the tall, imposing man, smiled and unhurriedly replied, "Jiejie, it won't help to be nervous."

"But I am nervous," Chen Wei muttered. "I didn't make a good impression when I last saw him. I don't even know if he'll ever like me again."