Chapter 16 Chapter Sixteen

January 1883 When Jiaqi woke up, a faint light filled the room.The time on the clock is half past nine.She sat up abruptly, only then remembered that she was naked, and hurriedly grabbed the sheet to cover it up.God!They were due to start for Bedfordshire at nine o'clock, and then on to Paris. She got out of bed in a panic, picked up her nightgown still piled on the cashmere rug, and rushed back to her room to ring the bell for hot water.Her traveling clothes had been brought out last night, and she put on a merino jumpsuit, inner and outer shirts, long drawers, two wool petticoats, and an inner skirt with an embroidered ruffled skirt.

Next is the corset.She stopped.Although she dressed very quickly, the maid should have arrived long ago, followed by hot water.Probably because the maid was not familiar with the house, so she got lost. She managed to put it on herself, stretching her arms as far as she could to thread the straps through a long row of grommets, turning her neck as far as she could for confirmation in the mirror. The door opened. Come on, Eddie!she yelled.I should have gotten dressed two hours ago. The person who came was not Ai Di, but Kang Deng.He was ready, looking like a god who had just descended from Mount Olympus, indifferent, stable, and perfect.She was all in disarray and her hair was a mess.

Still, he'd seen her in less clothes anyway, hadn't he?Last night she had been wanton, curious and greedy, and he, uh, didn't seem to mind.They were in love until the early hours of the morning. Hello, Condon, she feels strangely shy.Her cheeks were hot, as was her throat and stomach. Hello, Jiaqi, he replied.Over the past few months, his accent has gradually faded, and the accent now seems to be born and raised in the royal family. She hesitated for a moment because she didn't know what to say, then she gave up trying and smiled instead.Feel sorry.I'll get ready as soon as possible, and then I'm ready to go.

He looked at her with a serious expression and his eyes were hard to see through.Can you wear it yourself? He didn't wait for her to answer, just came to help, turned her around, and began to struggle with the complicated corset.She took a deep breath and held it in, admiring him through the mirror.His movements are light and firm, and his hands are as agile as Apollo.She loves admiring him so much, it is a kind of supreme pleasure, not only joy, but also the glory that makes her hold her breath. all right, he said. When she turned around and was about to reach out to touch him, he had already backed away.She hesitated.Maybe he didn't see her reach out.So she picked up the comb instead.I don't understand why my maid hasn't come yet and I have absolutely no idea how to do my hair.

He looked out of the window at the park behind the house.Take your time, take your time.I give the servant a day off.We are not leaving. But you have already started school.She tugged at her tangled hair with a comb.The train didn't leave until half past one, so there was plenty of time. His lips curled into a smile, but it wasn't.It seems that I didn't make it clear just now.I didn't say I'm not going. Many years ago, at a family gathering, a cousin pulled a chair away when she was about to sit down.Although it was only sixty centimeters from the ground, when she fell to the ground, she felt that all her internal organs shook.

She felt the same way now, body terrified and mind bewildered.What did you say? I think that before leaving, one should come to say goodbye. His tone was very flat, but what he did was extremely absurd. He actually left her the day after the wedding, and left her the day after the most unforgettable wedding night in history. What?she asked blankly, too surprised to think. He glances at her.There was an expression in her eyes that she couldn't understand, and it felt terrible.Didn't you say it right from the beginning?After the bridal chamber we went our separate ways until we needed an heir.

An extremely stubborn answer popped up in her mind.Don't you know the rules for making contracts?She wants to ask him.You refused at the time, so those conditions have since expired.This marriage was entered into on very different terms. What about the wedding banquet?She hated her confused and frustrated tone, but she just couldn't understand that just a few hours ago, he loved her so tenderly and tenderly, and now it seemed like he never let go of his feelings, and only thought this marriage was a stopgap measure .If so, why did he come to her every day after the engagement?Why plan the future with her?Why give her an engagement ring.Why send her Croesus.

No more, he said. But we've decided on the menu and wine list She takes a deep breath.stop.Don't go on talking nonsense. A brand new emotion sprang up in her heart, and the fury spread rapidly.She was tricked, from the very beginning all he wanted was her money, those sweet and happy times were all just means to tie her up so that she could not change her mind.She put down the comb heavily. I didn't expect this to happen.I always thought we would live together after marriage.My mother and I spent a lot of money finding an apartment and servants in Paris, having my furniture shipped there, and she couldn't tell that she had ordered an Elard piano for him.I thought you should understand.I thought I could trust you, that you would be honest, and I made a lot of big decisions.

He calmly listened to her attack and reprimand, then turned around and picked up a smiling porcelain doll from the dressing table.In that moment of terror, his eyes burning, she thought he was going to hit her with a porcelain doll.But he just put it down gently.and you?Do you have integrity. She opened her mouth to answer, but the look in his eyes made it impossible for her to speak.She didn't expect him to look at people with that look, let alone her.Achilles must have seen this look when he was about to kill Hector, completely bloodthirsty and furious. But his expression and posture were still calm and elegant, as usual, which made her even more afraid.

I don't understand what you are talking about. Yeah?Strange, how could you forget your own machinations? There was a loud bang in her head, it was the sound of happiness collapsing, and the magnificent palace she built on quicksand finally collapsed.She swallowed, trying to break free from the morass of despair. There is one thing I'm curious about.Where did you find someone to forge letters for you.Go to the den of criminals?Or can it be found anywhere in Belfortshire? The gamekeeper of Briar, he had experience in his youth, she replied numbly.After saying it, he was shocked to realize that he had personally testified to the crime, although he seemed to have no doubts.

I see.You are so smart. When did you know?she asked as calmly as possible. yesterday afternoon. She felt dizzy.My father once said that when dealing with demons, mortals will always suffer.Why didn't she listen. He smiled coldly.very good.I'm glad to clear up the misunderstanding and confirm the integrity of both parties in this matter, he said.Now you should understand why I left trouble. Intellectually, perhaps.But in his heart he only knew that she loved him, and he loved her too. I know you are very angry now, her tone is extremely cautious, like a mouse sneaking past a cat.That's all right, I'll meet you again in Paris in two weeks, when you No. His decisive answer chilled her, but she refused to give up easily.Of course, you are right.Two weeks isn't long enough.then two No. But we are married!she yelled angrily.can not be like this. I think differently.Of course it can.To part ways is to part ways. She hates begging.Every time she has to be on the strong side, even between mother and daughter.But what else could she do now?Please don't, I beg you, don't make hasty decisions about our future.please!What can I do to make you change your mind? The look in his eyes was extremely disgusting, and she felt as if she was dirty water coming out of severe wall cancer.First of all, start with an apology. This is not only the principle of being a human being, but also the basic appearance. She really wanted to slap herself.Of course he wanted her to plead for forgiveness.Her pride was bulky and spiky, and it wasn't easy to swallow, but she pushed herself.for him.Because she loves him and cannot lose him.sorry.Really very, very sorry. He was silent for a moment.Yeah?Really.You should just say that because you got caught, right? What a difference.If you don't get caught, do you still need to apologize.I regret my actions.Because that was supposed to be the answer he wanted to hear, she said. Don't lie to me again.He said every word, gritted his teeth, no, want, again, lie to me. I am really sorry.Her voice trembled, completely uncontrollable.real.Please trust me. Stop pretending.You just feel annoyed, because I don't want to continue to be played by you, and I don't want to forgive you with just a few words, because you thought you could get a perfect marriage, but now not only can't get it, but you are about to be abandoned. Her anger flared up again.Since he didn't intend to accept it, why should she apologize.Since it is of no use, why force her to humiliate her.If you weren't as stupid as a dog, why should I do such a thing.I've seen Miss Schebenberg, and I really don't know what you like about her.She cannot give you happiness, marry her and you will be miserable like a drowning cat.She wouldn't have married you anyway.She's a mother's puppet, spineless than whipped cream Enough is enough, his tone is calm, but it seems more intimidating.It's not that hard to be honest, right? She was startled at how stupid she was to belittle Miss Schebenberg at such a time. Good luck to you, he said.But I never want to see you again, no matter how long it takes, two months, two years, even twenty years. She finally realized that he was serious.Her behavior was too bad, too outrageous, to be forgiven. She rushed in front of him, blocking the door with her body.Please, please, please listen to me.I can't live without you, I can't even think about it. Find a way by yourself, he said grimly.You can definitely survive.Please get out of the way. You don't understand, I love you. like?He sneered.Now it's about love, isn't it?Do you want to say that it is the desire for love that forces you to lose your mind, force you to abandon morality, and force you to go down the path of depravity? She flinched.She originally planned to say that, but he used it to embarrass her. He came slowly.For the first time in her life, she flinched in front of others, but she refused to back away, unwilling to let him leave her life so easily.He pressed his hands on her sides, lowered his head and approached her chest, and made her unable to move with his ruthless eyes.Mrs Tremes, I wish you hadn't mentioned the word love.His voice was very low, as cold as ashes.Now I want so much to grab you against a wall, over and over again. she whimpered. Honey, unfortunately I know a thing or two about unrequited love, and unfortunately I have given that kind of love.I can tempt Xiudora to lose her virginity so that she has to marry me.But I didn't do that.I could pretend to be rich, but I didn't.I could have forged letters claiming that my cousin had died suddenly and that I was about to become the duke's heir, but I didn't.What do you think I do when she writes to me that she was scolded by her mother for failing to catch suitors.The reply asked her to declare that she did not dare to have children, did not like to take care of housework, and scared away those men? No, I suggest that if she dare not look directly into their eyes, then look at the bridge of her nose, maybe they won't notice.I told her that smiling with your head down was just as alluring, if not more alluring, than looking up.Although it is not good for me, I am still willing to help her. Do you know why? She shook her head sadly, wishing that time could be turned back, that her faults would disappear.She didn't want to hear about Sudora, to be reminded of how noble his sentiments were, and she'd sunk to the point of deceit. But he went on relentlessly.Because she trusts me, I can't abuse it to improve my chances of getting her.For love is no excuse for dishonesty, Mrs Tremais. He retreated suddenly, breathing heavily.Jiaqi, maybe you think you love me, but I really doubt whether you know what love is.Because you always think only of yourself, what you want, what you need, what you can't live without. He went farther and farther.Jiaqi suddenly remembered that there were two doors in the room, but it was too late. He opened another door and left without a word. She could only watch him out of her sight, out of her life.