Chapter 149 - 75: The Strategy of Advancing by Retreating No Longer Works
Shi Fengju looked at Sang Wan, who was pale and trembling lightly yet enduring it with all her might, and recalling Gu Fangzi’s words just now, his heart ached abruptly, feeling an impulse to embrace her and comfort her tenderly. However, the hurt and coldness at the bottom of her eyes were clearly visible to him, and that made him stop in his tracks.
He knew she was aware that what Gu Fangzi had said was true, even though he wanted to tell her it was all in the past, not like that now! Because he had already found the one truly worth his affection, worth his protection, and that person was her!
He knew even more so that she wouldn’t believe it, because he himself found it hard to believe.
"Young master..." Mrs. Li looked at Sang Wan’s complexion and couldn’t bear it, in the silent room, she finally couldn’t hold back from speaking up.
"Wet nurse, I know!" Shi Fengju gently interrupted her and nodded softly, signaling her to be assured: "Wet nurse, you may leave first! I have something to discuss with Miss Wan."
"...Alright then, I’ll leave first," Mrs. Li nodded, but not without a worried glance back at Sang Wan.
The maids, heads bowed and hands folded, quietly left the room. Only Liu Ya recalled what Sang Wan had shared about her and Shi Fengju being a fake couple, bit her lip, held back her resentment, and was pulled away by Mrs. Li.
As Shi Fengju was unsure how to begin, Sang Wan’s gentle voice had already spoken from the side, "Actually, everyone already knows about this matter; there’s nothing to hide! However, if anyone intentionally tries to cause trouble in the future, young master, do not forget to speak up for Miss Wan. I do not wish to suffer unwarranted grievances."