Arc 2.8 - Lin Heng
Now, the 20 years old, Lin Heng stood looking tall and handsome
As the only son of the Prime Minister, the nation expected great things from the young man
Who has recently scored the top marks in the imperial exams
Even though Lin Heng was the Prime Minister's heir and didn't need to take the exams
But still, the young man took it and proved his worth of how honorable and impartial was he to the rule
The Emperor was not only greatly impressed with Lin Heng, but he also bestowed the title "Prince Lin" to the young man, giving him the royal status of a 2nd rank prince
Zhao Meixu obviously has heard of her supposed fiancé's accomplishments
The humble man never spoke about it in the letters, but the new spread throughout the country like wildfire
Unless Meixu was living under a rock, she would hear the news
Plus, she had already prepped with 002 before she entered, this world
She already knew that Lin Heng would make great accomplishments, but she still couldn't help being proud of her hubby
The second male lead, after all, was a nice good man
Lin Heng
Meixu *finally let her go after holding for so long*
Lin Heng
*Saw her cheeks flushed pink, his heartbeat started to race*
For any young man of Lin Heng's age, his heart would be tickled by the sight of a beautiful girl blushing, especially the girl his fond of
Lin Heng
I didn't think you'd be here in the Capital today...
Lin Heng
With your letter, I thought you'd arrive a few days later..
Lin Heng
*said Lin Heng, holding the urge to hug the lovely girl before him*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
Meixu wanted to see the flower viewing....
Zhao Meixu/Zade
so asked Father to head out sooner
Meixu's voice had bloomed into a sweet, lyrical one
Lin Heng
*Heart melts more after hearing her voice*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
Heng-ge... how have you been?
To others, it looked as if Meixu was cautious and nervous
But inside she was smiling ear to ear
Lin Heng
*Wants to hold her hand but...*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*steps back*
It is said that for a lady, she must not let a man touch her easily, even if he was her fiancé
A deep and sexy voice called Lin Heng, causing Meixu to look up and passing Lin Heng stood the tall third prince
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
Care to introduce us?
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'The male lead truly is the male lead' *sighs*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Even though Lin Heng was a few centimeters taller than Zhang Yu'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'The third prince emits an aura only a true blooded prince could deliver, the royal aura'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Wow, the Ml's appearance is so captivating and sexy hehe, let me look at it more'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*Her line of sight was blocked by Lin Heng's taller body, stronger body*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*Startled*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*Looks and sees Lin Heng*
Lin Heng
*eyes were darkened like he was upset*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*continues to look at Lin Heng because she knows it's dangerous to look away from those dark eyes*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Ahhh, what can I say? I experienced it a lot in the first world'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'If I looked away, wouldn't she appear guilty for admiring another male beside her fiancé'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Well, even though it's true, I'm not stupid enough to admit I did it'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*waited until Lin Heng's eyes lightened and softens*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*Look back down shyly at her shoes*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*again, another voice caused Meixu to look up*
This time, it was the dazzling Fl, Lin Jianle who stood beside the third prince
Only when the Fl called Lin Heng turned his to face the two leading characters
Lin Heng
*Introduces Meixu to the couple*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*quietly studies the Fl of the story*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'True to the story, Lin Jianle was indeed a rare beauty'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'The way she spoke wasn't refined at all like me. Instead, her voice was bright and cheerful'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Compared to my posture, which is soft and frail, hers is tall and strong'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Hmm, she gives people a sunny feeling while I'm like the moon, calm and quiet'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'So simply she's the exact opposite of me'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'humph but I'm better'
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
It's a pleasure to finally meet you, Lady Zhao *smiles*
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
It seems Heng over here has been hiding you from us *teases*
Lin Heng
Prince Yu *says sternly and clearly telling him that his jokes were unappreciated*
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
*chuckles* *didn't mind Lin Heng's tone*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
Zhao Meixu greets your Highness Prince Zhang Yu *properly placed hands and curtly like to any nobleman*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
Meixu greets Lady Lin *says and does the same to Fl*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'I have been trained for years to become a proper lady'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Do you know how hard etiquette classes are?' *cries internally*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Let me show off a little'
Lin Jianle (Fl)
U-Um *startled by Meixu's formal greeting*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*laughs inside*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'She knew Lin Jianle was uncomfortable'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'She was a cheerful girl who loved freedom'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'She spent most of her time outside the Duke's estate, exploring the city or traveling to other nearby provinces'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Her reputation as a great musician was far and wide because she had traveled to many places and met many people'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'On the other hand, Meixu did what any other woman of an aristocratic family would do'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'That is to stay in her house and learn etiquette of a young lady'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'The only time Meixu would step outside the Zhao Manor'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Was when she would visit other aristocratic family banquets'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Each time, she would stay quiet and polite like she was now'
For Lin Jianle, her interactions with other ladies were very little, so in the face of a true lady like Meixu, she was at a loss on how to respond
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*Meixu remained kind with a gentle smile and showed no signs of hatred towards Lin Jianle's ways of greeting*
Lin Heng
*focuses on Meixu, taking in her elegance and softness*
Lin Heng
*Unconsciously, he took pride seeing how his Fiancée was greeting his so formally*
Lin Heng
*Like she would with anyone she meets*
Lin Heng
'This lovely girl has not changed since the last time he saw her'
Because Lin Heng was focused in Meixu, he missed the silent conflicting eyes of Lin Jianle's on him
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*noticed Lin Jianle's eyes, but the other two men didn't*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Wow, look at her controlling such conflict inside her. I'm kinda impressed'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*was impressed but showed no emotion in her eyes*
Servant
Miss... It's getting late... *chose the time of silence to speak quietly*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*smiles softly and nods,
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*About ot put her hand on the maid's lifted hand*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
Heng-ge *Looks in surprise*
Lin Heng
It's still early..... and we barely spoke
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'True, there were a few hours before the sunset'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'But do you think I'll make it easy for you, Heng-ge, for you to obtain what you want'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'No, I'm so angry with what I saw'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
'Let me play with you'
Zhao Meixu/Zade
Heng-ge, father would be sad if Meixu isn't home for dinner
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*purposely said softly and tried to take back her hand from the man's tight grip*
Lin Heng
I will make sure to take you home in time. *voice gets deeper*
Lin Heng
Meixu, do you not miss me?
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*didn't say and just blushes to answer his question*
Lin Heng
'Ahhh! she hasn't changed at all her reactions are still so cuteeeee'
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
Yes, the day is still early *grins*
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
Why don't we all take a stroll in the garden to admire the spring flowers?
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*hesitates*
Lin Heng
Meixu *coerced with a gentle voice*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
But father....
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
Rest assured, Lady Zhao, this prince will have his people send a message to the Viscount
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
*smiles gently*
Zhang Yu (Third Prince)
Your father won't be upset
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*thinks and nods gently*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*causing both men to smile warmly*
Lin Jianle (Fl)
*oddly very quiet, her eyes kept moving from Lin Heng to Zhang Yu*
Lin Jianle (Fl)
*Meets Meixu's eyes, and a flash of aversion passed quickly*
It was so quick that no one noticed
Lin Jianle (Fl)
*holds nonchalant expression*
Zhao Meixu/Zade
*held innocence in her expression*
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2024-01-01
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