The Eldest Daughter is Delicate and Pretty, How Can She Be a Malicious Supporting Character - Chapter 32

Chapter 32: Teasing

The title of the capital’s most notorious playboy wasn’t a good one, but at least he had the credentials to back it up.
Although Shen Xun was young, many young masters from noble families in the capital followed him.

When they saw him form an alliance with a woman, they rallied behind him, saying, “Little Marquis, we believe in you!” and “Little Marquis, you must make us proud!”
Shen Xun agreed to each of their declarations. However, Xue Yiran beside him was surprised and whispered, “You’re a marquis?”

Shen Xun folded his fan and tapped it on Xue Yiran’s head, his voice lazy. “What’s wrong? I thought you’d be polite, but it seems you don’t know who I am.”
Xue Yiran looked at the young man in front of her and couldn’t help but be shocked.

“You look younger than me, and you’re already a marquis? I’m so lucky to have formed an alliance with you.”
“Ha ha ha, you’re interesting. Don’t worry, with me around, no one will dare to bully you.” Shen Xun glanced at Li Miaozhu and her gang, who were staring at them from the corner.
When Li Miaozhu met Shen Xun’s gaze, she felt a chill run down her spine.

The young man’s eyes were clear and bright, but they seemed to convey a sense of deep pressure, despite his playboy image.
She composed herself and looked again, but Shen Xun had already turned away, chatting with the people around him.

“A playboy wouldn’t emit such a terrifying aura. I must have been mistaken,” she thought.
She had always looked down on these people and didn’t bother to pay attention to their news. Now that Shen Xun was helping this illegitimate daughter, she would take care of him too.
As everyone’s thoughts wandered, the sound of three gongs echoed through the hall, signaling the end of the Seeking Elegance.

A man emerged from the side hall, wearing a golden crown and a luxurious black and gold robe. His features were dignified, and his eyes conveyed a sense of authority and detachment.
This was the Third Prince, Xiao Huaiqing.
The man spoke in a gentle and polite tone, making everyone feel at ease.

“Everyone, the Seeking Elegance has come to an end, and it’s getting late. My imperial elder sister has prepared a grand feast at Mo Shang Huan, and I invite you all to join us. You can take some time to rest and enjoy the evening banquet.”

Pei Lingyi looked at the man on the stage, who was pretending to be a gentleman, and sneered in her heart.
She knew that the Third Prince had played a significant role in the downfall of the Pei family.

But she kept telling herself that patience was a virtue, and she couldn’t afford to offend a prince yet.
She would have to bide her time.
After returning to Huachun Hall, Pei Sitang seemed a bit distracted.
“What’s wrong? Why does Tangtang look unhappy today?”

Pei Lingyi looked at Pei Sitang, who was lost in thought, and felt a bit puzzled. She had found the jade plaque and formed an alliance, so why did she look so gloomy?

Pei Sitang suddenly pictured the girl’s pale and delicate hands, and was startled. When she came back to her senses, she saw her sister’s smiling face.
“What’s wrong? You looked worried all the way back.”

Pei Sitang sighed. “Elder sister, I discussed with Elder Sister Shi for a long time today, and I realized that I’m just a frog in a well. There are so many talented people in the Gentlemen’s Gathering, and I’m afraid I won’t even make it to the top.”

It turned out that was the reason. Pei Lingyi had seen Pei Sitang’s partner, Shi Wei, the daughter of the Minister of Justice.
Shi Wei rarely appeared in public, and there wasn’t much news about her being a talented lady.

However, after Pei Sitang mentioned her, Pei Lingyi had a high opinion of her. It seemed that the capital city was full of hidden talents, and it would be interesting to see how they would perform.

“Don’t worry, you’re still young, and you’ve already achieved a lot. Your embroidery skills are exquisite, even I feel inferior to you. Why do you belittle yourself?”
The girl stood under the osmanthus tree, her face delicate and beautiful, her clothes fluttering in the wind. She looked like a fairy who had stepped out of a painting, breathtakingly beautiful.

Pei Lingyi had the ability to make people feel at ease without even realizing it.
When Xiao Huaifeng and Changle arrived, they saw Pei Lingyi standing under the tree, and they couldn’t help but stare.
Changle was the first to react, walking towards Pei Lingyi. “Jiaojiao, you’re so beautiful today.”

She adjusted the peony-shaped hairpin on Pei Lingyi’s hair, and it made a soft sound.
“I’m glad I went to the Tingchi Lane that day. This hairpin looks perfect on you.”
Xiao Huaifeng’s heart felt chaotic for some reason. He unconsciously touched his chest and felt a jade bracelet.

It was the pink jade bracelet he had bought by mistake that day. He didn’t know how it ended up in his belongings.
“How was your Seeking Elegance today? Did you have any gains?”
Pei Lingyi knew that Changle must have an ulterior motive for being so attentive.

For some reason, Changle felt guilty whenever she was around Pei Lingyi. Despite Pei Lingyi’s gentle nature, she couldn’t bring herself to mention what had happened.

Seeing the girl’s eyes sparkle with amusement, Changle couldn’t help but burst out, plopping herself down on a stone chair in the courtyard. “Oh dear, it’s no big deal that I didn’t find the jade plaque. I’m a county lord, after all. Who dares to gossip about me?”

When Changle acted like this, Pei Lingyi hadn’t said anything yet, but Xiao Huaifeng couldn’t hold back. “Hey, little Changle, what did you say to Fourth Brother just now? Didn’t you say you found it? Why are you changing your story now?”

Changle’s temper was spoiled, and she hated being lectured.
She snorted. “What’s it to you, Fourth Brother? You’re always chasing after flowers and women. Why are you suddenly concerned about me? I didn’t lie to you. I did find the jade plaque, but I didn’t say I opened the wooden box it was in.”

“You’re a sly one, Changle. You’re grown up now and dare to deceive Fourth Brother? Let me teach you a lesson.”

Xiao Huaifeng rolled up his sleeves, pretending to scold her. Changle knew she couldn’t let him catch her and quickly hid behind Pei Lingyi.
“Ha ha ha, Fourth Brother, come and hit me if you dare.”

Even Pei Lingyi shook her head at Chang Lle’s provoking behavior.
Xiao Huaifeng looked around, picked up a branch from the osmanthus tree, and pretended to tap Changle’s head. But Changle was agile and dodged out of the way just in time.

The autumn wind blew, and petals rained down, fluttering in the air. When Xiao Huaifeng met the girls’s limpid eyes, his heart started racing uncontrollably.
Thump, thump, thump…
His footsteps faltered.

In a daze, Xiao Huaifeng felt himself being wrapped in a sweet fragrance.
Then, he fell heavily onto the stone pavement.