Peerless Divine Doctor in the City of Flowers
Chapter 324 Ning Mengyao’s Night Talk

Chapter 324: Chapter 324 Ning Mengyao’s Night Talk

"Meng Yao, maybe I should just move to the west wing, and let Lin Fan come back here," Xu Zhi Rou said, looking at Ning Mengyao from the bed, a bit at a loss.

The recent embarrassment had just dawned on her.

This would mean a separation between the couple.

"No need, actually, we used to live this way before. Later, grandpa forced us to live under the same roof. We just managed by one of us sleeping on the bed and the other on the floor. Now, it’s perfect for him to sleep comfortably alone," Ning Mengyao explained, dressed in a bathrobe after her shower.

She was drying her hair with a towel.

"A married couple, and one sleeps on the floor?"

Xu Zhi Rou couldn’t believe such a thing was possible.

"Yes, he used to sleep on this very mat," Ning Mengyao said, as if afraid Xu Zhi Rou wouldn’t believe her,

and she pulled a yoga mat from under the bed.

"You’re kidding, why?"

Xu Zhi Rou looked at Ning Mengyao with a face full of surprise.

During their days on the island, she had felt the deep connection between them.

But she hadn’t expected that once back home, they would still be sleeping separately.

"Because we really have no feelings for each other. Our marriage was merely arranged by his master and my grandfather. We’ve just been in a marriage of convenience. We’ve been so respectful to each other that I even discussed getting a divorce with him after a while, and he agreed," Ning Mengyao said with a smile, as if the matter was of no concern to her.

But the inner bitterness was known only to her.

"But I saw how well you two get along, and on the island, he even risked his life to save you. You were willing to sacrifice yourself for him, and on the ship..."

Xu Zhi Rou’s eyes widened,

unable to accept this stark contrast.

"That was just attachment out of desperation, a kind of dependence that only arises in extreme situations, an instinct that should not be mistaken for love; otherwise, love would be far too simple," Ning Mengyao said as she sat on the bed with a smile.

"Now everything has returned to calm, without the threat of wild beasts and enemies, hence those feelings of gratitude and dependence naturally fade away. I am still myself, and he is still himself. We are not the same kind of people, and even less so capable of love, especially since we can’t live on raw meat and blood every day."

"Even if we’ve left the jungle, Lin Fan is still a responsible man. Nowadays, it’s rare to find such a husband in this restless era," Xu Zhi Rou said as she lay down,

feeling suddenly sad upon hearing about their relationship issues.

In her eyes, Lin Fan always shone brightly.

So why was there a hint of disdain in Ning Mengyao’s words?

"Love can’t be ranked as better or worse, it just depends on whether two people suit each other. No matter how good his martial skills are, it has nothing to do with urban life. Just like a great warrior may not necessarily make a great husband or father; it’s the same principle," Ning Mengyao said, her smile tinged with bitterness.

It seemed as though she was speaking for Xu Zhi Rou to hear,

but perhaps it was more of a self-comfort.

"I actually think you two are really well matched, a handsome man and a beautiful woman. It’s hard to come by such affection; don’t be too hasty in ending it. The Treasure Bead doesn’t shine brightly all at once, either. Give each other some more time, maybe after some polishing, everything will fit well," Xu Zhi Rou hurriedly comforted her.

Those words of consolation reminded Ning Mengyao of the words of Prince Zhen Nan,

"Alright, let’s not talk about him anymore. It’s your first time in Jiangning, and you should really enjoy it. How about we go shopping with Zhao Jiaqi tomorrow? Oh, and I’ll arrange for you to meet my best friend too," Ning Mengyao said, no longer wanting to discuss Lin Fan,

fearing her own soft-heartedness.

After changing the subject, she picked up her new phone.

Soon, the call connected,

"You heartless thing, where have you been? I called you and you didn’t pick up. I thought you were planning to become a recluse," Yang Linglong’s anxious voice came through as soon as the call connected.

She had been on the verge of blowing up her phone with calls,

but it had always been out of service area.

"My phone fell into water. I just got back and replaced the SIM card to call you. Aren’t I thoughtful?" Ning Mengyao knew her best friend, Yang Linglong, too well.

This was how she showed her concern for herself.

"How could you be so careless? I haven’t been able to eat or sleep well these past few days, and I even have wrinkles on my face now. I’m warning you, you have to compensate me with a deep skin care treatment, or this won’t be the end of it."

Yang Linglong pouted her lips.

These days, she had been on pins and needles.

On one hand, she was worried about Ning Mengyao.

On the other hand, naturally, she was concerned about Lin Fan’s safety.

Both of them seemed to have disappeared.

She couldn’t reach them no matter how hard she tried.

"No problem, how about I add a new designer purse to that?"

Being cared for made Ning Mengyao’s heart warm.

So, she smiled and said, "Tomorrow I’ve planned to meet up with two friends, let’s go shopping together, and I’ll introduce you to them as well."

"Tomorrow huh... I have some things to do tomorrow, how about I join you after I’m done with my commitments?"

Yang Linglong hesitated for a moment.

She didn’t agree right away.

"Okay, let’s touch base tomorrow then, go to bed early."

Ning Mengyao hung up the phone.

Then she called Zhao Jiaqi.

In her heart, she had a premonition.

That was, the girl from a family background comparable to Xu Zhi Rou’s absolutely wasn’t simple.

As for why she was with Lin Fan.

And the two of them seemed quite familiar with each other.

Could it be, besides Prince Zhen Nan, someone else wanted Lin Fan as their dragon son-in-law?

If that was really the case, she felt even more inferior.

After all, whether it was a big shot from Beijing or a high-ranking official.

Any one of them was a thousand times stronger than the Ning Family.

This sense of powerlessness made her take a deep breath.

Letting go might actually be the best way to make Lin Fan happy.

"Alright then, we’ll meet up tomorrow."

Zhao Jiaqi, who answered the phone.

Naturally agreed right away.

After hanging up, she looked at Shangguan Min Yue by her side.

"Min Yue, do you want to go shopping with me tomorrow?"

"No need, I’ll just keep on training."

Shangguan Min Yue shook her head.

Her world consisted of only eating, sleeping, and training.

Shopping was something utterly foreign to her.

"So, what are your plans now? Are you really going to Medicine King Valley?"

Zhao Jiaqi asked, puzzled.

"Follow the husband, whether he chooses chicken or dog. Since I’m already married to Lin Fan, I’ll just follow his plans, it’s just..."

Shangguan Min Yue hesitated for a moment, then looked at Zhao Jiaqi, "Although we’ve entered the bridal chamber, we haven’t held the ceremony yet. I guess I’m not really his wife in the true sense, could you help me figure something out?"

"This... it’s not impossible!"

Zhao Jiaqi, who initially thought to refuse, suddenly remembered Li Qiqi.

"Since he’s quite a nit-picky man, just give him a good tonic. Lately, I’ve been staying at Mr. Li’s place. How about this; I’ll go back now and ask him to concoct a great replenishing soup for you. Next time we meet him, we can offer him some tonic, and then it might just work."

"Would that work?"

The innocent Shangguan Min Yue looked at Zhao Jiaqi skeptically.

This was not a common way to treat one’s husband.

"Why not? Sometimes, a woman has to be a bit tough on a man!"

Zhao Jiaqi smirked.

She just couldn’t believe that this wouldn’t work on Lin Fan.