A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace Chapter 1421 - 1419: Weren’t You So Tough?

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Even though they were always only an arm’s length apart, the laughter and chatter between them, a perfect pair of talented gentleman and beautiful lady, still drew everyone’s envy.

"Wow!"

"I have to say, they really are a perfect match!"

"Young Master Pu has a great eye!"

"This woman may not be of high birth, but her presence seems... even better than ours!"

"Sigh! Looks like we don’t stand a chance!"

The young ladies gathered in the distance sighed secretly, and gradually dispersed.

...

Such a perfect pair not only drew the attention of the young ladies.

Even Shih Shaoling, who had just dismounted his horse to meet a friend there, noticed.

The sight of that divine couple made him feel like his heart and soul shattered.

’Why is Yue Er with that guy?’

’When did they become so close? How come I haven’t heard?’

’These two are actually on an outing together? And so intimate?’

Yes, that’s right, an arm’s length apart means intimate.

For safety, Yue Er should be at least ten feet, no, twenty feet away from him.

Who doesn’t know he’s after Yue Er?

Watching them laugh and walk further away, his heart was ablaze with fury.

He forgot all about rank, status, and image, all he wanted was to go over and beat that guy up.

Make him embarrass himself in front of Yue Er!

Just as he was planning, suddenly someone slapped his shoulder from behind.

"Hey! What’s wrong with you!"

"I called you three times but you didn’t hear?"

It was Zhao Qiye’s voice.

Shih Shaoling quickly snapped out of it, turned around to face a teasing smile.

"What’s this... you’re interested in some girl? Tell me, I’ll introduce you!"

They wore casual clothes today, hiding their identities, so Zhao Qiye referred to himself as ’young master’.

Shih Shaoling glared at him.

"Get lost! You scared me!"

He cleared his throat, tidied his clothes impatiently.

"Don’t you know who I’m interested in?"

Zhao Qiye squinted and smiled.

"You fancy my sister? That doesn’t count! You never say anything, never propose!"

"How could my sister know your heart? Besides, my father and mother don’t know either!"

"Look at him, although he’s from a scholarly background, he’s got courage!"

"He directly asked my sister out for an outing, and you? What’s the use of asking me out?"

Zhao Qiye’s mouth was really sharp.

Of course, this made it more authentic, right?

The task today was certainly to help his sister! How else would it work?

Shih Shaoling’s expression was full of disbelief, punching Zhao Qiye’s chest in annoyance.

"Did I ask you out?"

"It was clearly you who asked me out!"

Zhao Qiye crossed his arms, squinted, and looked at him with a hint of sarcasm.

"Even if I didn’t ask you out, would you dare ask my sister out? You lack courage!"

Seeing Shih Shaoling’s expression, knowing the moment had come, he continued.

"Sigh!"

"This young master finally understands!"

"You don’t truly care for my sister!"

"Of course, you have a childhood sweetheart, a beautiful cousin!"

"What’s the saying among commoners? Cousins are a natural pair!"

"You should go marry your cousin! My sister and Pu Yu together wouldn’t be bad either!"

"My third brother would certainly be very happy!"

With this, Shih Shaoling’s face turned horribly dark.

He looked at Zhao Qiye coldly, voice deep and serious.

"You... mean you’re not helping me?"

Zhao Qiye felt a bit guilty, but held strong.

"I want to help, but... you’re not putting in the effort!"

"Not proposing is one thing, but being entangled with your cousin... well, you know!"

Zhao Qiye stopped short.

Shih Shaoling was dumbfounded.

"What are you babbling about? That’s my sister!"

Zhao Qiye lazily said.

"What’s wrong with a sister? There’s still a degree of separation!"

"Even if I’m not jealous, who knows what my sister thinks, right?"

"She went to County Princess Yilan’s house the other day!"

"Nan Yunze’s mess in the backyard, you know it!"

"Because of a cousin, his marriage is still on the rocks!"

With this, Shih Shaoling seemed to understand the gravity.

He was stunned for a while, face turning slightly pale.

"No!"

"Brother, you have to help me, I can’t lose her!"

Zhao Qiye thought.

’Got it, been waiting for you to say that!’

Still kept a laid-back appearance on the surface.

"Sigh! I think, let it be! My sister’s temper is bad, and yours isn’t much better. I still think she’s a match for Pu Yu!"

Shih Shaoling: "..."

He clenched his fists tightly with cold eyes, stepping closer to Zhao Qiye.

Before long, Zhao Qiye showed signs of yielding.

"Fine, fine, I know I can’t beat you! You resort to this! Forgetting righteousness for beauty!"

Shih Shaoling finally loosened his fist.

"Didn’t you do the same?"

"You know I like her and yet you speak up for others!"

Zhao Qiye internally mused.

’I know it’s futile! You need to let my sister know!’

"Alright! I’ll help you!"

Zhao Qiye ’reluctantly’ agreed.

Shih Shaoling’s expression instantly softened, smiling as he leaned in.

"How do you help? Got any ideas?"

Zhao Qiye provided the preset answer.

"First, quickly find a way to send your cousin away, even if you can’t, make her lose hope!"

"Second, let my sister understand your feelings!"

"Third, get your family to propose soon! Don’t skip any, got it?"

Shih Shaoling nodded vacantly.

"I know, and don’t know!"

"First and third are fine, but the second... how?"

Zhao Qiye immediately showed irritation.

"Weren’t you confident just now? Why so cowardly now?"

"Do I have to teach you step by step? Aren’t you ashamed?"

"Figure it out yourself! Don’t ask me!"

Shih Shaoling looked troubled, darkened face.

"Fine!"

He felt both anxious and helpless, like scratching his head.

’How should I do it!’

...

After three days and nights of intense reflection, Shih Shaoling finally came up with a good plan.

He brimmed with confidence and hope.

"This time it’ll work!"

The servant boy was scared, it was the first time he saw the young master so excited, fearing he might have been stimulated.

Shih Shaoling glared at him.

"Don’t talk nonsense! I’m going to do something big today!"

The servant boy frowned worriedly, quietly muttering to himself.

’Every time the young master claims to do something big, he ends up unlucky!’

Just as he thought, Shih Shaoling already went out the door.

He chose a pure black embroidered cloud-patterned riding outfit, looking valiant and decisive.

Outside, he mounted his favorite Dawan Horse in the most stylish and splendid manner, head held high, heading toward the Imperial Palace.