PNB Chapter 100 Reluctant to Divorce His Wife
Chapter 100 Reluctant to Divorce His Wife
"But why did my elder brother come with us too?"
Song Jinwan was slightly puzzled. Her elder brother rarely cared so much about her affairs. She and Xie Yunqi had just informed their father that they were going back to Jinling, and her brother had come with them right after.
"It just so happens that I have nothing to do these days."
Song Yunming said lazily, "Sister, you've only been married a short time, so naturally I, as your elder brother, should come along to pay my respects to your parents-in-law. Although we come from the royal family, we still can't neglect these proper etiquettes."
"Moreover, you are now pregnant and your body is even more precious, so I volunteered to be your bodyguard. Father loves his precious daughter so much that he naturally agreed to it."
These words made Song Jinwan feel extremely comfortable, but they were not Song Yunming's true feelings.
If he hadn't come to Jiangnan on important business, why would he have come with her to meet her in-laws? It was just an excuse to extricate himself.
Song Yunming's expression shifted slightly. He reached out and took the teacup offered by the waiter, then looked at the inn's decor once more, becoming increasingly curious about what Jiang Yuyue looked like.
The Jiang family has even decorated their inn so exquisitely; one can only imagine what kind of beauty their daughter must possess.
If she is truly as beautiful as the rumors say, then...
The inn's staff served the dishes one after another. Although each dish was exquisite and looked impeccable, Song Jinwan felt a nameless anger rise in her heart when she thought that these were Jiang family's products.
And this anger could only be directed at Xie Yunqi.
When do you plan to go back to the Xie family?
Song Jinwan looked displeased. "Why insist on staying at this inn? Wouldn't it be more convenient to go directly to your Xie residence?"
"Princess, please don't worry."
Xie Yunqi calmed himself down and smiled reassuringly, "My family is unaware that I am alive, let alone that we are getting married. I imagine they haven't made any preparations yet. But since Your Highness the Princess and Prince Ning are coming, we must make proper preparations to welcome you both to the Xie residence. So it will probably take some time, and we must make sure all the proper etiquette is in place."
Upon hearing this, Song Jinwan snorted coldly and said sarcastically, "I think what you're saying isn't true. This princess has never cared about these formalities, but you..."
"Could it be that you've changed your mind at the last minute and are reluctant to divorce your wife, so you're deliberately stalling for time here?!"
Such an aggressive stance made Xie Yunqi's expression somewhat troubled. How could he so abruptly bring the person home?
If he didn't give a heads-up beforehand, and there were any discrepancies in their statements, would Song Jinwan let him off easily?
"I just told you not to be so impatient."
Song Yunming stepped in at the right moment to ease the tension, "Since Yunqi said that he came back specifically to deal with household matters, how could he possibly go back on his word? If you are really in a hurry, after we finish our meal and rest for a while, I will go to the Xie residence with him first, so that you can feel at ease."
Upon hearing this, Song Jinwan's expression softened somewhat, and she stopped pressing the matter. She picked up her chopsticks and began to eat, but Xie Yunqi's face darkened.
"How could I trouble you with such a small matter, Your Majesty?" Xie Yunqi quickly said. "I will go home by myself in a little while. Your Majesty must be tired from your journey. You and the princess can rest well at the inn."
"How can that be done?"
Song Yunming said in a light tone, "Now that we're family, how can I not pay you a visit since we're in Jinling? I'd really like to meet your family as soon as possible."
And this family member naturally refers to Jiang Yuyue.
Xie Yunqi had no idea what Song Yunming was thinking; he was only worried about something else.
That was his so-called half-brother, Xie Jinglan.
Xie Yunqi has not yet told Song Jinwan and Song Yunming about Prince Jing's alias as his third brother. The reason is simple: even if the three of them are united, they cannot shake Prince Jing's position.
If Song Yunming were to rashly return to the Xie family with him, and were to run into Xie Jinglan, how could Song Yunming not recognize his own royal uncle?
Even if they bumped into each other by accident, Xie Yunqi could use the excuse that he didn't recognize Prince Jing to shirk responsibility, but the relationship between him and Prince Jing was not so simple.
Thinking of this, Xie Yunqi unconsciously clenched his fists.
In his previous life, Prince Jing was also a key figure in the struggle for the throne. He had once pledged allegiance to Prince Jing, but the latter looked down on him, and Xie Yunqi himself died tragically under Prince Jing's blade.
Although everything has started over, Xie Yunqi still remembers this debt, so it would not be a good thing for Song Yunming to discover his identity.
Since Prince Jing happened to be hiding in his house by such coincidence, he naturally had to hold onto this handle tightly and wait for a good opportunity to use it to deal a heavy blow to Prince Jing!
If that's the case, then Xie Yunqi's influence in Prince Ning's camp will definitely increase again, wouldn't that be killing two birds with one stone?
"Your Majesty, I feel this matter is still not quite appropriate, Your Majesty..."
Xie Yunqi wanted to continue trying to dissuade him, but Song Yunming interrupted him directly, his smile fading.
"Have a meal."
Upon hearing this, Xie Yunqi was taken aback. Although Prince Ning always wore a smile, he knew that Song Yunming was not as approachable as he appeared. If he were to truly anger him, the consequences would be difficult to resolve.
"Yes."
After the meal, Xie Yunqi escorted Song Jinwan to her guest room to rest. Although he was reluctant, he still got into the carriage with Song Yunming and headed to the Xie family home.
Fortunately, Song Yunming agreed to Xie Yunqi's suggestion to keep a low profile first. After all, this was not a formal visit, and there was no need to make a big fuss about returning. Therefore, they simply used the inn's ordinary carriage to go to the Xie family together.
When the carriage stopped at the gate of the Xie residence, Xie Yunqi got off the carriage nervously, but when he looked up, he found that the plaque with the words "Xie Residence" written on it had disappeared.
What's happening here?
Xie Yunqi sensed something was wrong and immediately went up to knock on the door, but no servant answered after knocking for a long time.
Just as Xie Yunqi was feeling a bit strange, an auntie in the shop next door recognized him with a look of surprise.
"You are...you are Young Master Xie!?"
The woman looked incredulous and shocked. "You're not...you're already...?!"
That's just a misconception.
Xie Yunqi smiled at his aunt, maintaining an air of dignified composure.
"I have returned safely, but no one answered the door at home. I wonder if my aunt knows where my family has gone? Why is no one home?"
When this matter was mentioned, the aunt's expression became somewhat subtle.