Reincarnated as the Abandoned Daughter of a Marquis's Mansion: I Take Control of My Life

Chapter 121 Encountering Murong Yu Again

Su Yinyin raised an eyebrow: "I don't think that's necessary. Men and women shouldn't touch each other." After saying that, she was about to walk around him and continue on her way.

Murong Yu quickly stepped aside to block her path and said urgently, "Miss Su, this street is full of all sorts of people. You may be in danger if you are alone."

Su Yinyin crossed her arms and said disdainfully, "I, Su Yinyin, am not a delicate woman. There is no need for you to trouble yourself, young master."

Just as the two were locked in a stalemate, a magnificent carriage sped by, about to crash into Su Yinyin.

Murong Yu reacted quickly and pulled Su Yinyin into his arms.

Just as Su Yinyin was about to struggle, she heard Murong Yu whisper, "Miss Su, your life is at stake right now, don't move." The carriage brushed past, raising a cloud of dust.

Su Yinyin pushed Murong Yu away, straightened her clothes, and was about to get angry when she saw a group of soldiers walking in the distance.

The person in the lead was none other than Regent Zhou Yuan. Upon seeing Su Yinyin and Murong Yu together, Zhou Yuan's face darkened, and he rebuked, "Yinyin, what are you doing here, entangled with another man?"

Su Yinyin inwardly cried out in alarm; any attempt to explain would only make things worse.

Murong Yu remained calm and stepped forward to bow, saying, "My lord, you misunderstand. I only helped Miss Su because I was afraid she might encounter some misfortune."

Zhou Yuan scrutinized Murong Yu from head to toe, his eyes filled with scrutiny. His face was terribly gloomy, and Zhou Yuan coldly snorted, "Even so, you should still avoid suspicion. Yinyin, come back with me."

“Your Highness, please call me Miss Su. I’m not familiar with you. I can go back by myself.” Su Yinyin interrupted their conversation.

She was afraid; she was afraid of getting herself into trouble. In front of everyone. What was Zhou Yuan planning to do?

After Su Yinyin finished speaking, she glared fiercely at Murong Yu. "Farewell." She turned and left.

Zhou Yuan quickly stepped forward to take Su Yinyin's hand, but was stopped by Murong Yu.

Su Yinyin heard the commotion behind her. Annoyed, she ignored it and quickly walked away.

Zhou Yuan said, "Young master, isn't it inappropriate for you to block my way like this?"

Murong Yu said, "Your Highness, since Miss Su is unwilling to travel with you, why force her?"

Zhou Yuan glared at Murong Yu: "My affairs are none of your business."

Having said that, she forcefully shook off Murong Yu's obstruction and chased after Su Yinyin.

Hearing the hurried footsteps behind her, Su Yinyin panicked even more, and her steps became a little unsteady.

Suddenly, a hand grabbed her arm. She turned around in alarm and found it was her cousin, Li Yanche.

Li Yanche glanced at Zhou Yuan, who was chasing after them, frowned, and whispered to Su Yinyin, "Yinyin, why did he come after us?"

Li Yanche knew about Su Yinyin's situation. She didn't want to marry him. Everything had been made clear, yet he was behaving this way in public. Wasn't he afraid of causing trouble for Yinyin?

Su Yinyin briefly explained what had happened.

At this moment, Zhou Yuan arrived. Li Yanche stood in front of Su Yinyin and said respectfully, "Your Highness, Yinyin is young and ignorant. If she has offended anyone, please forgive her."

Zhou Yuan said coldly, "I have no ill intentions towards Yin Yin; I'm just confused because I'm concerned. Besides, do we need to be so polite?"

Li Yanche looked at Su Yinyin, who shook her head slightly, indicating that she did not want to go with Zhou Yuan. Li Yanche then said to Zhou Yuan, "Your Highness, let's leave it at that for today. Yinyin has been frightened, so I'll take her home first."

Zhou Yuan tried to be gentle in his tone, considering that Li Yanche was Yinyin's cousin, "May I speak with Yinyin for a few minutes?"

Li Yanche remained unyielding and said in a low voice, "Your Highness, since Yinyin doesn't want to marry you, can't you just let each other be for the sake of the baby?"

What you did in front of everyone... was to let everyone know that Yinyin is the girl you're asking to marry. Do you know what awaits her?

While the two were talking, Lao Yi took Su Yinyin away.

Both of them were stunned by the sight. Murong Yu smiled slightly, inwardly marveling. Indeed, Su Yinyin was extraordinary.

Everyone left as soon as they saw Su Yinyin leave, especially Li Yanche.

Although Zhou Yuan was unwilling, he couldn't chase after them, knowing that they were Yin Yin's people.

Zhou Yuan secretly vowed to make Su Yinyin willingly stay by his side as soon as possible.

The two appeared in a small alley. Su Yinyin walked in front, while Lao Yi followed behind. Su Yinyin turned her head and said, "Lao Yi, take me to eat. I'm hungry."

"Okay." The old man grabbed Su Yinyin's arm. A moment later, the two appeared on another street.

"Miss, there's a nice restaurant up ahead," the old man said, pointing to one of the restaurants.

Su Yinyin and Lao Yi entered the restaurant and found a seat by the window. Just as they were about to order, they heard people whispering among themselves.

"Have you heard? The young lady of the Su family rejected the prince's marriage proposal."

"That's really bold. But that Miss Su is indeed a bit mysterious. She's always surrounded by strange people."

Su Yinyin frowned, and the old man quickly comforted her, "Miss, don't take these idle gossips to heart."

At this moment, a finely dressed young man stepped forward, cupped his hands in greeting, and said, "My name is Lu Jingxuan, and I greet Miss Su."

Su Yinyin looked at him warily. "Who are you? Do we know each other?"

Lu Jingxuan smiled and said, "It doesn't matter if you don't know me, young lady. I have heard about your deeds and admire you, so I came to make your acquaintance."

The old man stood in front of Su Yinyin, saying, "My young lady doesn't like to socialize. Please leave, young master."

Lu Jingxuan did not back down. "Miss, don't be so dismissive. Perhaps I can lend you a hand in the future."

Su Yinyin's heart skipped a beat. How did he know my surname was Su? "How did you know my surname was Su?"

"Miss Su, I had the honor of seeing you at the Brocade Pavilion that day," Lu Jingxuan said with his signature smile.

Lu Jingxuan had a well-thought-out plan. He thought, although Su Yinyin was a fallen woman, she was beautiful and a relative of the Duke's mansion.

If I were to tell her that I agree to let her become my concubine, she would surely be extremely grateful.

The Duke's mansion is quite powerful. This way, I can gain support for my aunt and also win the heart of a beautiful woman—truly killing two birds with one stone.

Seeing the look in his eyes, Su Yinyin knew that this person had ill intentions, and said, "Old Yi, let's go, we're not eating."

"Miss Su, why are you in such a hurry? I kindly wanted to be your friend, why are you keeping me at arm's length?" Lu Jingxuan stepped forward and stopped Su Yinyin.

Seeing this, the old man blocked Su Yinyin with one hand and grabbed Lu Jingxuan's arm with the other, throwing him to the ground.

Lu Jingxuan, who was lying on his back, cried out in pain, attracting the attention of those around him.

Su Yinyin ignored her and started to walk away.

"Stop her! Stop her!" Lu Jingxuan, who was lying on the ground, hurriedly ordered his servant to stop Su Yinyin when he saw her about to leave.