My Aloof Lord Ex-Husband Begs for Remarriage

Chapter 24: Chapter 24: Losing Face Chapter 24: Chapter 24: Losing Face “Why doesn’t the Concubine pay and just keep the shopkeeper waiting? That’s not very nice, is it?” Chu Nanli said leisurely.

The shopkeeper was indeed anxious but dared not show it. Hearing Chu Nanli’s words, he felt grateful and feigned nonchalance, “Oh, it’s not urgent, haha, not urgent.”

Chu Nanli then turned to look at the maid behind Lin Fuying.

The people around Lin Fuying used to be quite arrogant in front of the original body, mocking her for being out of favor along with Nanny Hua.

With a stern look, Chu Nanli said, “What are you still standing there for? Do you want your Concubine to pay herself?”

The two maids looked at each other, wanting to get angry but mindful that they were not in the Prince Residence, they were at a loss for a moment and looked toward Lin Fuying, “Concubine, we…”

Upon hearing this address, Lin Fuying’s eyes darkened, and she glared at the maid, then suddenly cried out, and took two steps back.

“I think I’m allergic, Xiaoyun, get the clothes away from me.”

The shopkeeper’s expression changed, “That’s impossible, our materials are all…”

Before he could finish, he suddenly realized Lin Fuying’s identity, and thinking of what had just transpired, there was nothing he couldn’t understand, yet he could only grit his teeth and swallow this loss.

“Give it here; it might be the fabric, caught some pollen or something.”

Chu Nanli watched the chaos in the shop and once again witnessed the prowess of playing the victim to perfection.

It seems today’s drama ends here, to avoid making it difficult for the shopkeeper.

Chu Nanli said to the immensely relieved shopkeeper, “The Concubine is very delicate, and once she’s out of the Prince Residence, she’s plagued with illnesses and can’t touch anything. I’ll buy this dress; I’m not so delicate as the Concubine and won’t have an allergic reaction.”

The shopkeeper immediately looked at her gratefully.

Lin Fuying, infuriated, watched as Chu Nanli actually pulled out a silver note to pay, and thinking of her own hesitancy before, felt even more embarrassed. Her eyes rolled back, and she fainted from anger.

Chu Nanli watched the entire drama unfold, seeing Lin Fuying’s maids screaming and calling for the bodyguard to carry her off; she felt disinterested, took the clothes, and left.

The garment shop was still in disarray, and although the spectators were shooed away, they didn’t move far.

Seeing a woman in a light green chiffon dress walking out of the chaos, they felt as if a saintly halo enveloped her.

No matter the surrounding turmoil, she remained pristine, like a high mountain flower untouched by dust.

The crowd instinctively made way, watching her figure walk away.

After strolling the streets, Chu Nanli went to meet up with Chu Yi and then planned to return to the Prince Residence.

However, after some consideration, she decided not to have Chu Yi accompany her.

“You should stay at Xinlian’s place for now; the Brothel is gearing up and needs all the manpower and resources it can get. You help her out there for the time being.”

Chu Yi hesitated, “What about you, Master…”

“Don’t worry, I won’t have any trouble in the Prince Residence.”

Chu Yi, not having been at the garment shop, did not know the kind of people Chu Nanli was dealing with at the Prince Residence. Thinking of her calmness and decisiveness, he didn’t hesitate any further.

“Yes, please take care, Master.”

Chu Nanli nodded.

…

Chu Nanli didn’t know, but a storm awaited her at the Prince Residence.

“Prince, you have no idea how outrageous the Princess Consort was today! She snatched the dress the Concubine liked and flaunted money in front of her, and worst of all, she made the Concubine faint from anger!”

“Yes, she knows well the Concubine is frail! Prince, you must stand up for the Concubine.”

The two maids beside Lin Fuying went back and forth, no need for Lin Fuying herself to speak, they had already pinned the “crimes” on Chu Nanli.

Lin Fuying lay on the bed, feigning weakness. Seeing Ye Yunting’s face darken, she pretended to be upset and spoke up to stop them.

“Xiaoyun, Dong Yue!”

Far from stopping, the two maids became even more outraged.

“Your Grace, you’re just too kind-hearted, and that’s why she dares to bully you like this, with so many people watching.”

Had she not mentioned it, Lin Fuying might have forgotten how she had been humiliated in public. She felt upset that the maid was tactless, and naturally, her hatred for Chu Nanli grew.

“Prince, Yingying is actually fine, and doesn’t feel too wronged. After all, the Princess Consort is the primary wife, and Yingying caused her to lose her child, so it’s only right for her to vent her anger on Yingying. However, Yingying is worried that her actions outside might tarnish the reputation of the War God Residence and become a laughingstock to outsiders.”

This statement portrayed her as kind and generous, concerned for the honor of the Prince Residence.

With each word she spoke, Ye Yunting’s expression turned darker, and he ultimately slammed the teacup down.

“Has that woman returned yet?”

At this, the Prince’s steward hurried in from outside to report, “Not yet, shall I send someone to find the Princess Consort?”

Ye Yunting’s tone was dark, “As soon as she returns, have her come to me immediately.”

The man’s eyes harbored a fierce look.

This wicked woman not only hurt Yingying but also shamed herself publicly; indeed, she must have the guts of a bear and the heart of a leopard!