Cheng Xiran stood her ground. Liu was full of hesitation and didn't know what to do for a moment. Unfortunately, Prime Minister Cheng had left the Cheng Mansion earlier, and now there wasn't even someone to make a decision.
Suddenly, she remembered her identity. She was the mistress of the family, and her words should carry weight.
Yes, she had been intimidated by this young girl, Cheng Xiran. Since Cheng Xiran could persuade Qian Youliang, why couldn't she?
While thinking like this in her heart, Liu walked towards the mansion gate. But Cheng Xiran had already grasped her thoughts firmly.
"In my opinion, Qian Youliang won't listen to you. And even if you persuade him to go back today, he won't stop until the day Cheng Zhiyue agrees to see him, be it tomorrow or the day after."
As if thinking of something, Cheng Xiran gave a start and then changed her words, "However, this Qian Youliang is very fickle. He might give up after harassing for a few days, but these few days will be enough to trouble you."
So, from the current situation, it seemed inevitable that they would have to meet him.
Cheng Zhiyue was crying pitifully, "Mother, I don't want to be with him. You know what kind of person he is!"
Cheng Zhiyue cried and shouted. For the first time, Cheng Xiran felt that even the shrillest voice could sound pleasant.
People had gradually gathered in front of the Cheng Mansion, and the discussions were endless. Finally, the voices reached Liu's ears.
Cheng Xiran patiently waited for Liu's decision, but she was stubborn. She came to the mansion gate and even shouted to Qian Youliang through the gate.
"Dear Young Master Qian, I'm really sorry. Our Zhiyue is ill and not suitable to receive guests. I know you want to see her. How about I bring her to your mansion in person after she recovers?"
"Zhiyue is ill? What's wrong with her? How is she now? Could you let me go in and have a look at her? Just one look."
"Really no need, Young Master Qian. The doctor said her illness is not suitable for exposure to the wind, so let's forget it today!"
The noise outside gradually died down, but the discussions didn't stop.
"What's wrong with this Young Master Qian? I saw him with the eldest daughter of the Cheng family yesterday!"
"The eldest daughter of the Cheng family belongs to the prince. What does she have to do with him? As for the second daughter, I heard from others that she is delicate and likes to play dirty tricks secretly. She's not a good person."
"It seems that this second daughter and Young Master Qian are really a good match..."
Indeed... Cheng Xiran silently agreed in her heart.
"Young Master Qian?"
Liu tested several times. After confirming that Qian Youliang was no longer outside, she finally let out a long sigh of relief. Then she turned around and went into the house, gently comforting Cheng Zhiyue, "Okay, Zhiyue, stop crying. He's gone. Don't worry. I'll find a way. I will definitely find a way for you."
"You should be ready at any time. According to my understanding of Young Master Qian, he should come back again."
Cheng Xiran said cutely. After showing her cuteness, she left with Mu Li, leaving the twenty or so people behind. "After all, my sister is my family. You should act according to the situation later and must protect them well."
Cheng Xiran said very sincerely. On the surface, it was for protection, but actually it was for supervision.
She walked back to the back yard. Originally, she wanted to secretly climb over the wall to watch the fun, but it might be inappropriate if she was recognized in the crowd. So she looked around. Finally, she found a perfect spot. The houses in the Cheng Mansion were arranged in an orderly manner. There happened to be a blind spot on the eave connecting the front hall and the back yard. People below couldn't see those above, but from that corner, one could overlook the entire East Street. She suddenly got playful and gave Mu Li a sly smile, "A Li, why don't you take me and fly up there so that I can watch to my heart's content?"
"Does the young lady know what will happen next?" Mu Li looked skeptical.
"Of course. Come up with me. You can also watch to your heart's content!"
Just thinking about it made Cheng Xiran extremely excited.
Mu Li had no choice but to do as she was told. But Yun'er beside her grabbed her sleeve and pleaded coquettishly, "Sister A Li, can you take me with you when you take the young lady? I also want to go up and have a look."
Zhuque, who was watering the flowers in the yard, couldn't stop laughing.
Mu Li refused straightforwardly, "I can't carry that many."
Then, with a whoosh, she took Cheng Xiran and flew onto the eave. The two of them tiptoed on the tiles and walked forward.
Yun'er below was extremely envious. She kept looking up to search for their elegant figures.
But Zhuque pulled her back, "Okay, stop looking. If you keep looking, you'll be discovered by others. We have to guard for the young lady. She will tell us what happened when she comes down later."
Suddenly, a hearty laugh came from the eave, "The show begins!"
This laugh gradually dissipated with the passing wind.