Transmigration: From Farmer To Empress
Chapter 1369 - 1376: Jealousy (9)

Chapter 1369: Chapter 1376: Jealousy (9)

Cai Wei laughed and said, "Zhao Gui has always been meticulous and overly cautious, thinking too much, unlike you who are like a mischievous monkey, despite being the precious daughter of a wealthy family!"

Shuya giggled with nonchalance and sat next to Cai Wei.

Blushing, Zhao Gui laughed and said, "Your Majesty is being too modest. Zhao Gui does not dare to accept such praise!"

"Come, take a seat quickly, don’t be so ceremoniously polite. Otherwise, all the delicious food will be devoured by Shuya and Zhao Yun!" Cai Wei called the shop assistant over to bring bowls and chopsticks, and small dishes, inviting them to taste the hotpot.

At first, Shuya ate quite daintily, but after a few bites, she became somewhat impatient, much like Xiang Yun when she first ate hotpot. Meanwhile, Zhao Gui was much more elegant, always eating small bites, carefully picking up tiny pieces to avoid the ungainliness of biting into large chunks.

Both girls were in their prime, delicate as tender onions; one lively, the other serene, one literate, the other martial - they complemented each other beautifully. It was just unclear which one would catch the eye of Situ Changge.

Cai Wei kept an eye on Situ Changge’s expressions while eating but noticed that he was rather indifferent, hardly paying much attention to anyone. If there was anyone he did observe, it was Xiang Yun, presumably because he was a bit more familiar with her than with the other two.

After eating for a while, Mo Shuya mumbled to Xiang Yun, "Youngest Aunt, why aren’t you eating?"

Hearing this, Situ Changge’s brow furrowed suddenly, a faint displeasure appearing on his face.

Xiang Yun coughed and said, "Shuya, have you forgotten? I’m no longer your Youngest Aunt!"

Shuya shrank her neck and stuck out her tongue, saying, "I got used to calling you that and forgot, I am sorry, Xiang Yun!"

Xiang Yun waved her hand dismissively and said, "It’s nothing. Just remember not to call me that in public anymore!"

Shuya said straightforwardly, "Rest assured, Xiang Yun. I won’t make the same mistake again. But honestly, you’re really doing well now, much better than when you were with Uncle Li. Ever since the divorce, he’s been like a soulless man, constantly thinking about how to reconcile with you. You have no idea, just a few days ago, he heard that an official matchmaker had visited your place. He was so scared that he ran to my great-grandfather, insisting on proposing to you again and remarrying you."

"Crash—"

A delicate blue and white porcelain wine cup fell to the ground and shattered into pieces. Situ Changge apologetically said, "I am terribly sorry, I was not paying attention for a moment and caused a disturbance."

Cai Wei chuckled and said, "How odd indeed, Master Situ is usually the most attentive one. How could he be so distracted today?" After speaking, she summoned the shop assistant to clean up the mess.

"Master Situ?"

Covering her mouth, Shuya exclaimed in surprise, "So you’re that Master Situ? The one who was the subject of gossip with my, uh, with Xiang Yun..."

Situ Changge quickly glanced at Xiang Yun, seeing her embarrassed expression, his eyes became icy as he said coldly to Mo Shuya, "Since the young lady herself called it gossip, why hurt others by bringing it up?"

Shuya, questioned by him, said sheepishly, "A slip of the tongue, hehe... Just a slip of the tongue..."

Cai Wei shook her head secretly, seeing the way Situ Changge acted, it seemed that Nangong Yi’s suggestion was not likely to work out.

She then observed Zhao Gui’s behavior, noticing that every move, every expression was proper. However, she was the typical princess cultivated inside the Palace, a product of a standard process - noble and elegant, dignified and graceful. Although beautiful, she lacked the liveliness and distinction that a maiden should have.

Looking at Situ Changge again, he showed even less interest, as if... her part in the play wasn’t big either!

While observing, Liu Xi returned. He arrived full of excitement, glowing red as if he had been drinking. When he saw Cai Wei, he couldn’t wait to claim credit: "Empress, I have already discussed all the arrangements with Lord Han. After returning to the palace, I’ll write a detailed proposal for your review. Once you approve it, the Women’s College can officially start classes!"

Cai Wei said, "Liu Xi, you’ve worked hard."

Liu Xi replied with a broad grin, "It’s no trouble, serving the Empress (the people)!"