chapter 3
I did not refuse.
The Jiangdu Pei Clan, as an old aristocratic family, is naturally wealthy.
Having traveled so far, since I am to be rejected from this marriage, am I not even allowed to enjoy some good food?
But when Pei Er said there was no rush, he truly meant it. I rested in his residence for three days straight and never saw a trace of him.
I could only converse with the maid assigned to look after me, hoping to glean some information about Pei Er.
The maid said that Pei Er’s name is Pei Du, and at a young age, he was personally appointed by His Majesty as the Deputy Minister of Dali Temple.
Such an accomplished person is indeed a little overqualified to be matched with me.
“Then… do you know Jiang Qinghan?”
At the mention of this name, the maid’s expression changed dramatically, and her gaze toward me seemed to carry a hint of sympathy.
I knew then that she recognized the name.
“Then… what is the relationship between her and Pei Du?”
“Second Master?”
The maid thought for a moment.
“There’s nothing much between Miss Jiang and the Second Master, it’s just that the Second Young Master treats her somewhat differently.”
The maid added, “The Second Young Master is our Second Master’s nephew.”
Suddenly, I understood.
So it was my misunderstanding.
On the boat, those two were talking about Pei Du’s nephew, not Pei Du himself.
I just hadn’t expected that Pei Du’s nephew would also have a fiancée similar to me.
Perhaps we’ll get along well in the future…
After confirming that there was no one else in Pei Du’s residence and that he keeps himself above reproach, I became even more satisfied.
It seems that the Fiancé Grandfather chose for me is actually quite decent.
He personally brought me back to his mansion, not at all like someone who doesn’t care.
After a few days of thought, I realized I couldn’t just sit around and wait for things to happen.
Now that the misunderstanding has been resolved, as an engaged couple, it’s only proper that we nurture our feelings for each other.
On the day of rest, after learning that Pei Du was at home, I borrowed the small kitchen and made some pastries and pear soup to bring over.