Rebirth: A Cinderella's Counterattack

Chapter 1256: Chapter 1236: The Strange Young Man

Allowing these people to strip off her clothes, fortunately they didn’t tamper with her inner garments, otherwise Qhianqhian definitely couldn’t maintain the appearance of being unconscious.

Feeling the smoothness of the fabric on her body, she was somewhat satisfied; this family seemed not to be miserly.

”Is this the young lady from the General’s Mansion?” A somewhat crisp male voice reached her ears, causing Qhianqhian to pause, thinking it must be a child.

”Yes, young master.” The old nanny’s voice came through, surprising Qhianqhian again, what’s this situation?

”Not much to look at, still not as beautiful as Meng Sheng from the Drunken Moon Pavilion...”

”Young master, you shouldn’t say such things, the young lady of the General’s Mansion represents the support of the General’s Mansion. The family of one General holds nearly half of the nation’s military power...”

Qhianqhian immediately lost all goodwill toward this old nanny; they were just scheming against Hua Nianyi.

”As long as young master obtains Miss Hua, it’s equivalent to receiving the full support of the General’s Mansion.”

Unconsciously, she revealed a cold smile but still didn’t open her eyes. Until the old nanny withdrew, the male voice sounded again: ”You’re pretending to be asleep, aren’t you?”

Qhianqhian was startled, but she still didn’t open her eyes.

”I know you are not Hua Nianyi.” The male voice continued, then she heard Jian Busheng slowly approaching, causing Qhianqhian to open her eyes suddenly, looking into a pair of seemingly mocking eyes, quietly observing her face.

”...” Qhianqhian frowned slightly, not knowing what to say for a moment, only able to stare at the youth in front of her.

The youth wore red clothing, appearing to be only twelve or thirteen years old, and his height was just over half a head taller than Qhianqhian, clearly still a child.

”Hua Nianyi belongs to Brother Seven, of course I’ve seen her. Just don’t know where that fool caught you, so you’ll have to be wronged by staying in a room with me for now.” The youth said to Qhianqhian, shaking a folding fan in his hand even though there was no sign of any heat.

”Don’t you know Haan Yun is already dead?” Qhianqhian asked after a moment of silence.

The youth chuckled: ”Could he die? You’re underestimating his abilities.”

Qhianqhian looked confused, silently watching the youth.

The youth paused in silence: ”Who are you? Why were you brought here by them?”

”Hua Nianyi’s handkerchief companion.” Qhianqhian shrugged, calmly sitting up. ”A friend’s in trouble; of course, I can’t ignore it. After all, the reputation of a lady is very important.”

As for her? Who knows her?

”That’s a novel thing to say; aren’t you a lady?” The youth curiously examined Qhianqhian for a moment. ”You don’t look like a noble miss. You’re not some slave girl or maid, are you?”

Qhianqhian slightly frowned: ”How do you know I’m not a noble miss?”

”Ha...” The youth laughed outright. ”Which family’s miss doesn’t wear gold and silver, wishing to adorn themselves with all good things? Moreover, you don’t even wear any earrings; how could you be a noble miss? You’re probably not even a house-born one.”

Qhianqhian was dumbfounded; people nowadays judge others by appearance, don’t they?

Judging a person’s identity based on such things?

Though he seemed indeed right: she’s not a noble miss, not a house-born one, nor a servant maid; she’s actually the eldest young lady of the Nine Heavens Pavilion.

”But you don’t look like someone who knows manual work either. Let me think; are you perhaps a merchant’s daughter?” The youth raised his eyebrows, with a gaze devoid of disdain, simply watching Qhianqhian.

”I truly don’t know how to do anything, but you’re wrong about everything you said. When can I go back?” Looking at the youth’s appearance, Qhianqhian wanted to tease him, confidently getting up and looking at the dress that greatly restricted movement, pulling a face. Wearing such a thing to return, would Yan and the others really not laugh at her?

Despite this, she still liked beautiful clothes, looking left and right, turned in a circle, then nodded: ”The clothes are nice.”

”This is a product from Rainbow Garment Pavilion, the only one in the entire Northern Region.” The youth looked exasperated, with a face that showed he was stingy of Qhianqhian wearing it and wasting it.

Though he hadn’t imagined, the clothing actually looked quite suitable on her.

Rainbow Garment Pavilion? What’s this place?

Qhianqhian looked indifferent, yet it made the youth regard her a bit differently. You know, a single garment from Rainbow Garment Pavilion could make the entire Capital City go crazy.

He too had snatched this from someone else, so he wasn’t distressed.

”Fine, when can I leave? You’re so young, and you’re already exposed to such things, aren’t you afraid of growing up weak?” And what’s Drunken Moon Pavilion; just hearing the name, one can guess its nature—drinking flower wine at such a young age? Just lawless.

Shouldn’t places like this be forbidden to children? No wonder ancient people rarely lived long.

Hearing Qhianqhian’s words, the youth was mildly surprised, after a moment of silence he said: ”Actually, you can leave anytime; no one is in this courtyard.”

”What nonsense, do you believe that?” Qhianqhian rolled her eyes: ”Let’s not mention people next door; there are two at the entrance. Do you want me to fly out or dig a tunnel to leave?” Looking annoyed, Qhianqhian frowned slightly: ”Actually, those around you may not be good for you; if you provoke Hua Nianyi, the Crown Prince will certainly stand against you. Clearly causing trouble.”

The youth calmly nodded: ”If it weren’t like this, would I still be here standing fine?”

The youth folded the fan: ”You may leave, tell Hua Nianyi to be careful of the Crown Prince’s people, they’re planning something irreversible.”

”Just walk out? What if I encounter someone?” Qhianqhian looked surprised at the youth, her face full of confusion.

”The people in this courtyard can be trusted. When you exit, someone will naturally take you away.” The youth waved his hand impatiently: ”Waste of a garment, leave quickly.”

Looking at the youth, Qhianqhian didn’t say a word, shrugged and turned to leave, pushing the door open without hesitation.

The youth watched Qhianqhian’s departing figure, shaking his head slightly: ”What a pity.”

Hearing the youth’s lament, Qhianqhian didn’t understand what he was lamenting about; she could only frown, looking up at the person who brought her standing in the tree: ”Aren’t you supposed to take me back?”

The person on the tree nearly fell off, looking dumbfounded at Qhianqhian, after a moment of silence, still carried Qhianqhian away from the courtyard. This time, Qhianqhian carefully observed the surrounding scenery, quietly noting it down; once the man placed her on the rooftop, she waved him away looking disdainful: ”Go, go, tell your master to have better judgment next time. I’m not always this agreeable.” Her voice was light, not attracting attention from people in the courtyard.

Watching the busy people in the courtyard, the man nodded and left; he didn’t dare put Qhianqhian in the courtyard even with confidence, there was no facing so many enemies, and if something unexpected happened, his life would be lost...

Watching the man leave, Qhianqhian waved at the people inside the courtyard: ”Could you find me a ladder?”

Hua Sicheng saw the person in luxurious clothes appearing on the rooftop; he was taken aback and immediately ordered someone to bring a ladder.

Hua Nianyi also rushed to the scene, starting to cry upon seeing Qhianqhian unscathed: ”Shiqi, thank you...”