mtl008 Chapter 384: How does my cousin get along with her cousin-in-law on a daily basis?
Chapter 384: How does my cousin get along with her cousin-in-law on a daily basis?
Chu Zixi gently shook the rattle in her hand, making a crisp and pleasant sound.
Xiaoyue was amused and giggled. Her innocent laughter was as clear and sweet as a silver bell, as if it could dispel all the worries and sorrows in the world and make people happy.
Even the originally somewhat dull atmosphere in the room gradually became relaxed and joyful amidst the cheerful laughter.
Yun Mengsi sat quietly aside, her eyes gently falling on Chu Zixi and Xiao Yue'er. The corners of her mouth unconsciously rose slightly, outlining a faint, gentle arc.
Her mood gradually improved with that innocent laughter, just like the sunshine after the rain, warm and bright.
However, this hard-earned tranquility did not last long.
As Chen Run stepped in, the air seemed to freeze into ice instantly, making people feel a chill.
Chen Run was wearing a plain robe and his steps were steady and powerful, but there was a hint of solemnity on his face.
He walked to Yun Mengsi, stopped, and said softly: "Mengsi, have you thought about the thing I told you before?" His voice was low and slightly hurried, as if there was something important waiting for Yun Mengsi's reply.
Yun Mengsi's smile froze on her face the moment she heard these words, as if she was hit by a sudden cold wind in winter, and her face instantly became gloomy.
She pursed her lips tightly, said nothing, and just looked at Chen Run with cold eyes, with complex light flashing in her eyes.
Chu Zixi and Yun Yubing were keenly aware of Yun Mengsi's mood changes. They all cast doubtful glances at Chen Run. Yun Yubing was the first to break the silence. She smiled brightly, trying to ease the atmosphere, and said softly, "Brother-in-law, you're back!"
Chen Run's expression became more and more embarrassed. He tried hard to force a smile from the corner of his mouth and greeted Yun Yubing, "Well, Yubing is here." However, his eyes involuntarily wandered back and forth between Yun Yubing and Chu Zixi.
Chu Zixi noticed Chen Run's gaze. She smiled at Chen Run, nodded gently, and then politely called him, "Cousin-in-law."
Yun Mengsi on the side took a deep breath, as if trying to suppress the ups and downs in her heart.
Her voice was low and firm, and she said to Chen Run: "Chen Run, don't even think about it. I won't agree to it." These words exploded in the room like thunder, shocking everyone.
Chen Run's expression suddenly turned ugly. He opened his mouth, as if he wanted to say something to refute, but was interrupted mercilessly by Yun Mengsi: "There is no room for negotiation on this matter."
Chen Run's anger finally broke out at this moment. He stared at Yun Mengsi with his eyes wide open, his voice trembling with anger: "I always thought you were a broad-minded person, but I didn't expect you to be so intolerant. It's really disappointing! Humph!" After saying that, he flicked his sleeves, turned around and left, leaving the room full of astonishment and confusion.
Chu Zixi and Yun Yubing looked at each other, their eyes full of doubt and confusion. They didn't understand why Chen Run suddenly got angry and left, nor did they know why Yun Mengsi rejected him so resolutely.
When Chen Run's figure completely disappeared outside the door, Chu Zixi noticed that Yun Mengsi's face was a little pale, so she asked softly: "Cousin, are you okay? Did something happen?"
Yun Mengsi shook her head and forced a bitter smile: "It's okay." Her eyes were empty and distant, as if she was recalling some past that she didn't want to mention.
Seeing Yun Mengsi like this, Yun Yubing was a little worried and couldn't help but ask softly, "Sister, what happened between you and your brother-in-law? Your brother-in-law treats you so well on weekdays, why is he doing this today?"
Yun Mengsi was silent for a moment, shook his head gently, and said slowly: "Nothing."
Yun Yubing and Chu Zixi looked at each other, and seeing that she seemed unwilling to talk more, they stopped asking.
Not long after, Madam Liu, who was beside the Madam, walked into the room and said respectfully, "Young Madam, Madam asks you to come over."
Yun Mengsi nodded gently after hearing this and said, "Got it. I'll be there in a minute."
Upon seeing this, Matron Liu nodded slightly, bowed, and then turned and left.
Chu Zixi looked at Madam Liu's departing back, and gently handed Xiaoyue in her arms to the nurse beside her. Then she turned around and said to Yun Mengsi with a smile, "Cousin, we will go back first and come to visit you and Xiaoyue in a few days."
Yun Mengsi smiled slightly and replied gently: "Okay, then I'll have someone take you there."
Yun Yubing quickly waved her hands and refused with a smile: "No need, sister, you have something to do, we can go by ourselves." After that, she took Chu Zixi's hand and left the room together.
After Chu Zixi and Yun Yubing slowly walked out of the Chen Mansion's gate, they walked towards the carriage side by side.
After Chu Zixi got on the carriage first, Yun Yubing followed. After she sat down, she suddenly muttered in a low voice: "Big sister seems to be worried. I don't know what happened? And my brother-in-law looks weird today."
When Chu Zixi heard this, her eyes flickered slightly, then she turned around and asked gently, "How does your cousin get along with her husband on weekdays? I feel that the atmosphere between them is a bit strange today, as if there are some problems in their relationship."
After hearing this, Yun Yubing gently waved her hand and frowned, saying, "Sister Xier, my eldest sister and her husband have always had a very good relationship. They can be described as 'treating each other with equal respect'. There can't be any problems. Maybe they really have some troubles today. After all, everyone's family will inevitably encounter some difficult things to deal with."
At this point, Yun Yubing suddenly seemed to remember something, and a cheerful smile broke out on her face: "By the way, Sister Xier, I suddenly remembered that my sisters invited me to a gathering today, so I'll get off here." As she spoke, she stood up and prepared to get off.
Seeing this, Chu Zixi quickly told the driver, "Stop the car."
The carriage stopped as expected. Yun Yubing got off happily, waved to Chu Zixi and said, "Sister Xier, let's meet again some other day!" After that, she turned and left, and her figure quickly disappeared in the bustling street.
The carriage started slowly again. Chu Zixi sat alone in the carriage, looking at the scenery outside the window that was rapidly receding. She couldn't help but feel a little confused. When she parted with Yun Yubing just now, she clearly caught a hint of worry in his eyes.