readytorunbook Chapter 509 Xie Jingchun's storyline: You need me
Chapter 509 Xie Jingchun's storyline: You need me
Zhou Ningchuan didn't rush to answer. He took out a waist token from his sleeve and shook it gently.
"Zhou Ningchuan, Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review."
Nan Nan was slightly taken aback, her doubts growing, but she remained calm and simply looked at him quietly.
Zhou Ningchuan smiled.
"You are indeed very composed; you are certainly different from ordinary maids."
He paused, his gaze turning serious.
"I've come today to ask for your help with the case in Yuanzhen."
Nan Nan was stunned.
late at night.
A faint light shone through the paper windows of the main courtyard's front room.
The candlelight flickered gently, illuminating Nan Nan's figure as she knelt before the couch, head bowed in deep thought.
In front of her lay a copy of the case file that Zhou Ningchuan had left behind that day.
Nan Nan quietly finished reading, leaned against the couch, and looked up at the lamplight on the roof beam.
She has always been very cautious.
From the time she was sold into a casino at the age of nine, she knew that the most important thing in this world was life.
After entering the Prince's mansion, she was self-disciplined in everything she did and careful in her conduct.
She doesn't compete for favor, doesn't confide in others, and even carefully considers her words, all to save her life.
But now...
She actually had the idea of going to that kind of place.
Nan Nan's heart pounded slightly, and her fingertips slowly tightened.
It's not that she's not afraid.
I can't forget it.
She could never forget the warmth of his hands and the clear beat of their hearts as he covered her ears in the cave.
She has found someone she would stand by her side even at great risk.
The next day.
Fallen petals littered the front courtyard, and Xie Jingchun strode in before the maids had even finished sweeping it.
He was dressed in a dark blue brocade robe, followed by several servants, each carrying a brocade box.
The last two servants carried a heavy wooden box.
Qin Jiuwei was sitting on the edge of the couch drinking tea when she saw him arrive. She smiled and asked, "Why did you come so early today?"
Xie Jingchun cupped his hands in greeting, his handsome features filled with a smile.
"I was thinking of sending some things to my mother the day before yesterday, but I thought that sending only fabric would be too inadequate. Fortunately, a batch of gems that I purchased in the southwest arrived in Beijing last night, so I'm sending them along with the gifts."
"Southwest China is rich in colored gemstones. I specially asked someone to leave behind a batch of the best quality ones, and only after they were properly polished were they sent back."
As he spoke, he raised his hand and waved.
The servant immediately stepped forward and opened the brocade boxes and wooden cases one by one.
Suddenly, a burst of rosy light appeared, filling the eyes with shimmering light.
The warm and lustrous topaz, the translucent tourmaline, the colorful rubies and sapphires, as well as the rare pigeon blood stone and icy jadeite, all shimmered brilliantly in the morning light, their dazzling brilliance almost captivating the eye.
Each gemstone is sorted by color and is uniform in size, demonstrating meticulous care.
Nan Nan and Xiao He watched in astonishment, then exclaimed in hushed tones.
Xie Jingchun smiled and said, "My mother likes simple and elegant ornaments, and I have the most yellow and white jade."
Immediately afterwards, the last two servants opened the heavy wooden box.
It's the fabric we ordered from Jinxiu Pavilion last time.
The light gauze and brocade, delicately embroidered with pale gold cloud patterns, are all elegant styles rarely seen in the capital.
Qin Jiuwei was knowledgeable and experienced, and the Prince's mansion contained many rare and precious treasures.
But seeing these boxes of gems piled up in front of her like they were free was something she had never seen before.
"That's quite rare, you child."
Her eyes were slightly red, and her heart was completely softened.
Chun-ge'er has really grown up.
Xie Jingchun smiled and said, "It is only right to be filial to one's mother."
Xie Jingchun turned his head and looked at Xie Yanli sitting behind the tea table. "If Father likes them too, why don't you pick a few? They're all of good quality."
Xie Yanli: ...
What you give your mother is boxes and chests of jewels, but what he gets is a few he can pick out?
But when he turned his head, he saw Qin Jiuwei smiling with a slight redness in her eyes, and his expression softened involuntarily.
After delivering the items, Xie Jingchun talked for another half an hour before leaving.
He needs to go to the training ground.
There is no war now, but he cannot be idle; he still needs to train the troops.
Moreover, he was about to leave the capital for a while, so there were many things he needed to be instructed on.
Xie Jingchun had just reached the edge of the corridor when a familiar female voice suddenly came from behind him.
"Young Master Chun."
He turned around abruptly and saw Nan Nan standing on one side of the courtyard gate, her hands folded in front of her abdomen, looking at him with clear eyes.
Xie Jingchun was surprised that it was she who called out to him.
Aside from serving tea and offering greetings, Nan Nan rarely spoke on her own initiative.
This was the first time she had called out to him in front of everyone.
He strode closer, his voice filled with worry, "What's wrong? Did someone bully you?"
He subconsciously glanced around at her. "Tell me who it is, and I'll take care of it."
Nan Nan gently shook her head, "No."
She looked up, her voice low but firm, "I want to go to Yuanzhen with you."
Xie Jingchun's face suddenly darkened.
He did not answer immediately, but instead led her to Songji Hall.
As soon as they entered, Xie Jingchun said impatiently, "That place is too dangerous. Three couples have already died there..."
"Nan Nan, you can't go, you absolutely can't go."
The room fell silent for a moment, the candlelight flickering gently.
Nan Nan stood in front of him, looking into the deep, unyielding repression and unease in his eyes, and slowly spoke.
"I know you're worried about me, but I'm not afraid."
Xie Jingchun was taken aback.
Nan Nan looked at him, her eyes clear and bright. "I am indeed afraid of death, which is why I have been very careful all these years, never causing trouble and never saying much."
"But my fear of death doesn't mean I'm unwilling to take risks."
She paused for a moment, exhaled softly, and a glimmer of light appeared in her eyes.
"Young Master Chun, you've helped me so much, let me help you this time too."
"You can't get in alone, you need me."
"I promise I won't be a burden to you."
Xie Jingchun was stunned.
He always thought she was gentle, obedient, restrained, and knew her place.
But he had never seen her like this before.
Stay clear-headed, resolute, and unwavering.
Like water that has finally revealed its brilliance after being polished by the years.
Xie Jingchun remained silent for a long time, his eyes swirling with emotion.
Finally, he spoke softly, "Okay, I promise you, we'll be together."
That evening, Xie Jingchun told Qin Jiuwei and Xie Yanli about what had happened.
He was going to Yuanzhen to investigate a case with Zhou Ningchuan, and he was also taking Nannan with him.
After listening, Qin Jiuwei asked with a hint of doubt, "Nannan?"
Xie Jingchun said calmly, "I trust her. She is cautious and steady in her actions, making her the most suitable candidate."
Qin Jiuwei didn't ask any further questions.
She will worry, but she won't stop it.
They are not children anymore.
"Since you have an idea, then go ahead." Qin Jiuwei nodded gently, "But be sure to protect yourself and Nannan as well."
Xie Jingchun solemnly replied, "Your son understands."
Xie Yanli remained silent throughout the entire process.
Xie Yanli had no objections; he had gone to the battlefield at the age of fourteen.
Children need more experience and challenges.