Even though I had known for a long time that in Xie Yunzhen's heart, Du Peilan held a special place.
However, hearing Gold's words still left Ji Mingzhu feeling somewhat conflicted.
Xie Yunzhen was indifferent to everything, his greatest preference was reading in the study and handling official affairs.
Even on leisure days, it was the same.
As soon as Du Peilan arrived at the Duke Mansion, he set aside his work and, amidst his busy schedule, took time to accompany her to Xiao Xiang Courtyard.
This rare effort made her past self seem particularly ridiculous, particularly pitiable.
She was Xie Yunzhen's wife, carrying their child in her womb, and yet to see him, she had to devise numerous excuses.
Sending food.
Sending embroidered items like pouches, clothing, and shoes.
She even spent a fortune to find rare books to please him.
Without exception, Xie Yunzhen accepted none of it.
He even turned around and gifted them to others.
