After the noble lady was reborn, the whole mansion begged her for forgiveness

That familiar and slightly chilly voice, like a cool breeze blowing inadvertently in autumn, made Qin Suling's body tremble slightly involuntarily, and then he held his breath and concentrated.

Qin Suyu was walking with light steps, slowly stepping into the tranquility of Xiyuanzhai.

Qin Suling's heart was filled with ripples. Her feet moved forward involuntarily, but in an instant they seemed to be restrained by an invisible force. Her movements froze in mid-air, leaving behind only an indescribable bitterness and loss.

Qin Suyu ignored her and walked straight past her.

This indifference was sharper than any words and pierced Qin Suling's heart.

Wu Zhihua, this gentle and elegant young man, saw Qin Suling appear here, and a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, but it was immediately covered up by his good upbringing. He smiled, and his tone was gentle but measured: "Miss Qin, this place is remote, I never thought I would meet you here, could it be that you are also attracted by the fragrance of the ancient books? If you need anything, I am willing to serve you."

Qin Suyu seemed to be deaf to these words. She leisurely unfolded the exquisite folding fan in her hand and waved it gently, as if everything around her had nothing to do with her. She sat casually next to the notes that Qin Suling had previously carefully read. That attitude showed both respect for knowledge and disdain for everything around her.

"Everyone says you are extremely hypocritical, but my father always defends you with a tolerant heart. Although I have never said it directly, I have been mocking you in my heart for a long time. Even if you have a thousand kinds of resentment in your heart, you still call me your brother on the surface. This kind of forbearance is really admirable."

Qin Suyu's words were a bit sarcastic and serious. He turned to look at Qin Suling, his deep eyes seemed to contain countless unsolved mysteries. "What about you? Don't you think his behavior is hypocritical? Or do you have another opinion about him?"

"Don't talk nonsense!"

Almost at the same time, two voices rang out, one with unquestionable anger, the other a little slower but equally resolute.

This unexpected coincidence filled the air with a subtle atmosphere. Qin Suling couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth slightly and said jokingly: "Even the words of rebuttal are so tacit, it really seems like a destined fate."

Qin Suyu's eyes turned slightly red when she heard this, and as her emotions fluctuated, a barely perceptible sob quietly leaked out.

She had never expected that her vulnerability could be touched so easily, and she had never expected that this vulnerability would be captured by Qin Suling.

Wu Zhihua looked at her shoulders trembling slightly, her graceful figure looking even more fragile under the dim candlelight, and an indescribable feeling of pity welled up in his heart.

He involuntarily took a step forward and asked jokingly, "Did we have any unfinished fate that made you remember me so deeply?"

Qin Suyu was frightened by the sudden closeness and took a step back. When she came to her senses and was about to speak, Qin Suling stood between them.

Wu Zhihua's tone was somewhat reproachful and unquestionable: "Qin Suyu, how can you be so rude? A woman's reputation should not be treated lightly!"

Qin Suyu sneered when she heard this, feeling disgusted with Wu Zhihua's self-righteous protection: "Why? You can chat and laugh with her, why can't I? Who are you to her? How dare you interfere with my words and deeds like this?"

Wu Zhihua's face straightened, and his tone was filled with a bit of pride and smugness: "Qin Suyu, you should know how important a woman's reputation is. How can you play with it casually? ... No, the relationship between me and my junior sister is that of gentlemen, as light as water and as clear as a mirror. How can you allow yourself to make unwarranted assumptions?"

He specifically mentioned Qin Suyu's name and hinted that the two had a close relationship, intending to maintain the Qin family's reputation and Qin Suling's innocence.

However, in Qin Suling's eyes, all this was nothing but intrigue and hypocrisy in the backyard.

She chuckled, her eyes full of disdain and ridicule: "Oh, this is ridiculous. In this world, how many people can truly be free of distractions and as pure as water?"

After saying that, she turned and left, leaving the room filled with awkwardness and silence.

As the night deepened, the moonlight sprinkled on the bluestone road, adding a sense of coldness and loneliness to the scene of impending farewell.

Qin Suling lifted her skirt slightly, and her steps were filled with unquestionable determination, as if every step was in line with her own predetermined destiny.

She did not look back, but left behind a faint but unignorable silhouette, gradually disappearing into the night.

Qin Suyu looked in the direction her sister left, her eyes slightly red, but she tried hard not to let the tears fall.

She knew very well that although she and Qin Suling were sisters, they had very different personalities. When faced with the same situation, their choices were completely different.

Although he felt unwilling and puzzled, he was more impressed by Qin Suling's tenacity and wisdom beyond her age.

Wu Zhihua looked at this scene with mixed feelings.

Qin Suling's words were like a sharp knife, accurately cutting through his hypocritical disguise and forcing him to face the darkness and unwillingness in his heart.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner turmoil, but found himself finding it difficult to control himself.

Wu Zhihua's voice had regained its usual calmness, but it was mixed with a hint of fatigue that was barely noticeable. "Miss Qin has something important to attend to, so I can't force her to stay. But I hope you can convey today's matter to me. If we have the chance someday, I will apologize to Miss Qin in person."

Qin Suling bowed slightly when she heard this, and said with some respect in her tone: "Mr. Wu, you are too kind. My young lady has always been generous and will let go of what happened today. However, I hope that you can be more considerate of others in your future actions, so as to show the demeanor of a gentleman."

After saying that, she turned and left, leaving Wu Zhihua standing there alone, looking at the empty streets, with unprecedented complex emotions surging in his heart.

He understood that after today, he and Qin Suling would hardly have any contact anymore.

And the feelings caused by identity and misunderstanding can only be buried deep in the heart and turned into motivation to spur oneself forward in the future.

The night breeze blew by, bringing a hint of coolness and seemed to blow away some of the dullness in the air.

Wu Zhihua slowly turned around and walked into the night, secretly vowing in his heart that he would not only prove himself, but also let those who once looked down on him, including Qin Suling, see his true strength and achievements.

On the other side, Qin Suling had returned home and was sitting alone in her boudoir, looking at the bright moonlight outside the window, with a thousand thoughts in her mind.

She knew very well that although today's action relieved her anger temporarily, it also laid more variables for her future path.

But she also understood that only by insisting on being herself can she protect the peace and dignity of herself and her family in this chaotic world.

The night deepens, but my heart becomes more determined.

Qin Suling closed her eyes gently, temporarily putting all the troubles behind her, and prepared to face every challenge that was about to come.