The Villainous Classmate is My Lucky Star Chapter 214
Translated by Pure
Chapter 214 The Little Marquis Is Reliable
Fu Tanghuan found herself momentarily at a loss for words. Just as she was about to bite the bullet and decline, Fu Zixian unexpectedly spoke up.
"Fifth sister, if you're interested in studying Knowledge of Calculations, I can assist you. Third sister prefers to read quietly by herself, so it's best not to disturb her."
Fu Shi, taken aback by Fu Zixian's sudden intervention, wore a stiff expression as she responded, "How can you call it a disturbance? We can read together..."
"You're well aware that Third Sister prefers a quiet reading environment and doesn't appreciate distractions," Fu Zixian remarked with a gentle smile. "If you disturb her, she might hold it against you later."
Fu Tanghuan chuckled at his words, turning to him with a teasing expression. "Hey, Xiao Liu, do you think I won't perform well in the test?"
Fu Zixian maintained his silent smile in response.
Fu Shi still seemed reluctant to give up, wearing an anxious expression. "But I want to be with Third Sister..."
Fu Zixian turned to her, and a subtle chill entered his typically gentle black eyes. His voice, no longer as gentle as before, held a note of warning. "Fifth Sister, you should be more adaptable to circumstances."
His words carried a clear caution. Fu Shi, though never one to be fearful of Fu Zixian, found herself momentarily silenced. In this moment of hesitation, Fu Tanghuan closed the door, leaving a few scattered individuals lingering outside.
Fu Zixian, maintaining his gentle demeanor, suggested, "Fifth Sister, let's go."
Mu Yang scoffed, "Hurry up and follow us. If you fall behind, we won't wait for you."
Reluctantly, Fu Shi cast a few more glances at the door before gritting her teeth and leaving first. She consoled herself with the thought that since Wen Yantong was in the building, all she had to do was assign someone to keep an eye on the door—Wen Yantong would have to come out eventually.
Fu Shi followed Fu Zixian for a while, and Mu Yang waved his hand dismissively, "Okay, okay, don't follow. Your sixth brother is to teach me how to calculate clearly and doesn’t have time to help you."
Fu Shi was stunned for a moment, gritted her teeth, and said, "But he just said..."
"Let’s all go together," Fu Zixian interrupted her and said, "I just happen to have something to say to Third Sister."
Mu Yang pursed his lips and signaled Fu Shi to follow them.
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In Nuanxiang Pavilion:
Fu Tanghuan, feeling a bit unsteady, took a few steps forward upon closing the door, relying on the support of the table.
Wen Yantong, hearing the commotion inside the room, quickly came out to assist her. She held onto Fu Tanghuan and inquired, "How did it go?"
"I've sent the person who locked us in here to the authorities. It should be fine for the time being," Fu Tanghuan replied, rubbing her head, still a bit dizzy. "Fu Shi is really audacious, daring to attack me in the Academy. I was too lenient with her before."
Wen Yantong guided her inside, helping her to the bamboo couch, and expressed concern, "Are you okay? Your face doesn't look very good."
Fu Tanghuan weakly shook her head, stating, "She won't go as far as endangering my life. I'll deal with her when I return home."
Wen Yantong sighed deeply, expressing, "As long as you're safe now. Once we're out of Nuanxiang Pavilion, everything will be fine."
Fu Tanghuan disagreed, "Fu Shi won't easily give up; she'll likely station someone to watch the door."
Wen Yantong pondered for a moment and then asked, "Where are your servants?"
Fu Tanghuan replied, "Considering the exams started today, I thought it would be inconvenient if they followed me, so I instructed them to wait outside the Academy."
Wen Yantong sighed, "It appears we have no other options now. We'll have to rely on those outside to come to our rescue."
Fu Tanghuan was extremely anxious, unsure of how long they would have to wait. Yet, given the circumstances, there was little they could do. Stepping out would likely lead to someone entering Nuanxiang Pavilion, risking the discovery of Wen Yantong. Their only hope lay in those outside coming to their aid.
***
When the news reached the palace, Chi Jingxi was in the Emperor's presence, accompanied by the crown prince and other dignitaries. Having concluded official matters, they engaged in casual conversation about the everyday affairs of a household. Outside, an attendant who had been dispatched to deliver a message waited anxiously and drew the attention of the keen-eyed Cheng Xin.
The Emperor inquired, "What's the matter?"
The servant promptly responded, "Your Majesty, there is a message from Young Master Mu, stating that there is urgent news for the Little Marquis."
All eyes in the palace turned towards Chi Jingxi. The Emperor chuckled and remarked, "What mischief is that rascal Mu Yang up to now?"
Chi Jingxi concurred inwardly, knowing that messages from Mu Yang were often trivial. He casually gestured and remarked, "Let him wait."
The Emperor, however, quipped, "If you neglect Yang'er's messages, he'll surely cause trouble later. That boy takes after his father in making a nuisance of himself."
Left with little choice, Chi Jingxi inquired, "What is it?"
The palace servant conveyed, "Young Master Mu mentioned an incident at the Academy and wishes for the Little Marquis's assistance."
Upon hearing this, Chi Jingxi's mind immediately leaped to Wen Yantong. His countenance darkened, and the more he pondered, the more he became convinced that Mu Yang wouldn't urgently seek his presence unless something had befallen Wen Yantong. Unable to remain composed, he felt compelled to take immediate action.
Noticing the concealed anxiety on Chi Jingxi's face, the Emperor advised, "Since our matters here are concluded, Little Xi, you should go see Yang’er."
Chi Jingxi promptly rose, expressed his gratitude to the Emperor, and swiftly departed the palace.
The messenger, who had delivered the news, observed Chi Jingxi emerging from the palace and promptly trailed him. Throughout the journey, Chi Jingxi remained silent. Once outside the palace, he entered his carriage and summoned the servant inside, inquiring, "What happened?"
The servant reported, "Someone had circulated the news that Wen gongzi took an unconscious Third Young Lady Fu into a secluded room and called all the Academy teachers to apprehend them in act. Young Master Mu got wind of it and promptly dispatched me to convey the message. The outcome remains unknown to this servant."
Upon hearing this, Chi Jingxi's brow furrowed. After a brief contemplation, he instructed a guard, "Procure attire for a girl corresponding to Third Young Lady Fu's measurements and discreetly deliver it to the Academy."
The guard promptly embarked on the task, and simultaneously, Chi Jingxi's carriage sped towards Songhai Academy.
There was a considerable distance from the imperial palace to Songhai Academy. Despite the carriage's rapid pace, dusk had settled by the time it reached their destination.
Wen Yantong and Fu Tanghuan had been anxiously waiting in the room for an extended period, clinging to hope. The effects of the drug left Fu Tanghuan in a drowsy state, and upon awakening, she exhibited signs of a fever, with her forehead and palms radiating warmth.
Observing this, Wen Yantong mused to herself, it seems that Third Young Lady Fu's body was just as (un)healthy as mine.
Fu Tanghuan didn't have as many wandering thoughts as Wen Yantong. She only felt a severe headache, sitting weakly on the bamboo couch with her back against the wall. She watched the sky outside slowly darken, and the light in the room gradually dimmed.
Observing Fu Tanghuan's unease, Wen Yantong reassured her, "Don't worry, there are always more solutions than suffering."
Fu Tanghuan expressed her concern, "But no one knows our situation here at all. Xiao Liu should still be keeping Fu Shi busy and is unable to help us."
Just as Wen Yantong was about to respond, there was a sudden knock on the door.
Fu Tanghuan glanced at Wen Yantong before cautiously approaching the door. She asked, "Who is outside?"
The voice of Fu Tanghuan's personal maid, Qingzhu, replied, "Young Lady, it's me, Qingzhu."
Fu Tanghuan, visibly delighted, opened the door slightly, and Qingzhu entered, cradling a package in her arms. Fu Tanghuan, though pleasantly surprised, inquired, "What brought you here?"
Stepping a few paces inside, Qingzhu explained, "It was the Little Marquis who suddenly handed this package to me and asked me to deliver it to Nuanxiang Pavilion."
Fu Tanghuan was momentarily stunned. She hadn't expected the first person to provide assistance would be the Little Marquis.
Wen Yantong chuckled and remarked, "See, I told you there had to be someone we could rely on."