I started out with seven husbands, and I worked hard to support my family while crying.

Chapter 263: Pei Yan is Jealous

He Jinnian was filled with mixed feelings. On the one hand, he was grateful to Pei Changqing for saving his life, and on the other hand, he also had deep feelings for Fang Xiaoxiao.

Fang Xiaoxiao returned to her room, her mind in turmoil.

She didn't know how to deal with Pei Changqing's feelings, nor did she know what the future held.

Meanwhile, the situation outside is becoming increasingly complex. Behind Pei Changqing's assassination seems to lie a huge conspiracy, and an even bigger storm is about to break.

After rejecting Pei Changqing's advances, Fang Xiaoxiao hurriedly went to her room, her mind in turmoil.

Just then, Pei Yan, the husband, returned from outside and happened to see Pei Changqing holding Fang Xiaoxiao's hand, while Fang Xiaoxiao looked resistant.

Pei Yan's face instantly darkened, and a surge of jealousy welled up inside him.

He strode forward, pulled Fang Xiaoxiao behind him, and glared at Pei Changqing as he spoke.

"Second Prince, please have some self-respect. Xiao Xiao is my wife!"

Pei Changqing was taken aback when he saw Pei Yan suddenly appear, and then he spoke.

"Pei Yan, my feelings for Xiao Xiao are genuine."

Pei Yan snorted coldly.

"Sincere? Xiao Xiao is already mine, Second Prince, don't pester me."

Seeing the tension between the two, Fang Xiaoxiao quickly spoke up.

"Stop arguing, it's all my fault."

Pei Yan turned to look at Fang Xiaoxiao, his tone reproachful.

"Xiao Xiao, how can you be so close to him?"

Fang Xiaoxiao lowered her head in bewilderment, unsure how to explain.

Pei Yan took Fang Xiaoxiao's hand and led her into the house, talking as they went.

"Let's go, and stay away from him from now on."

Back inside, Pei Yanyu was still furious and sat in a chair, sulking.

Fang Xiao stepped forward and said.

"Don't be angry, I really didn't have any other intentions."

Pei Yan looked up at her and said.

"It's not that I don't believe you, it's just that seeing that scene made me feel bad."

Fang Xiaoxiao gently held Pei Yan's hand and said.

“Young Master Pei, I understand your intentions, and I will be more mindful in the future.”

Meanwhile, Pei Changqing returned to his room, also feeling troubled.

He knew that his feelings had caused Fang Xiaoxiao trouble, but he couldn't suppress the love in his heart.

After hearing Fang Xiaoxiao's explanation, Pei Yan finally felt much better. He looked into Fang Xiaoxiao's eyes, which were filled with a hint of grievance but also sincerity, and sighed softly.

"Xiao Xiao, it's because I was too impulsive. I shouldn't have lost my temper with you without even knowing the facts."

Pei Yan took Fang Xiaoxiao's hand, his tone filled with guilt.

Fang Xiaoxiao shook her head and said.

"Young Master Pei cares about me, that's why he did this, I don't blame you."

Pei Yan pondered for a moment and then spoke.

"Upon closer reflection, perhaps I was simply attracted by your beauty for a moment, and it wasn't intentional."

Fang Xiaoxiao nodded slightly.

"It's good that Young Master Pei understands. I have always regarded the Second Prince as an honored guest and have never had any other thoughts."

Pei Yan quickly explained.

"I was being petty. I won't be so impulsive again and make you suffer."

Fang Xiaoxiao glanced at this guy, feeling both annoyed and amused.

She had no idea what kind of relationship she had with Pei Yan.

Sometimes they're like lovers, and sometimes they're like enemies.

Pei Yan used to threaten to kill her at the drop of a hat, and she always wanted to escape from him.

And now, the two of them have actually become close because of Pei Changqing's appearance.

Pei Yan didn't know what she was thinking, but he felt that there were many secrets hidden in the fact that his second brother was being chased this time.

In fact, this ordeal wasn't solely the Ouyang family's involvement; perhaps that person was also involved...

Fang Xiaoxiao pursed her lips and frowned slightly as she spoke.

"Young Master Pei, the rights and wrongs of this matter are probably difficult to clarify in a short time. But in any case, I hope there will be fewer such twists and turns in the future."

Pei Yan nodded slightly, his gaze fixed firmly on Fang Xiaoxiao.

"Xiao Xiao, I will definitely protect you and never let you fall into such a predicament again."

Upon hearing this, Fang Xiaoxiao felt a slight ripple in her heart, but she still pretended to be calm on the surface.

"I hope that Young Master Pei will keep his word."

At this moment, a gentle breeze blew by outside the window, causing the curtains to flutter slightly.

Pei Yan's thoughts drifted away with the breeze. He recalled his past entanglements with Fang Xiaoxiao and couldn't help but feel emotional.

"Xiao Xiao, I did misunderstand you a lot in the past and did many wrong things. But now, I sincerely want to make amends and face the storms of the future with you."

Pei Yan's voice carried a hint of sincerity and expectation.

Fang Xiaoxiao looked up at Pei Yan, her eyes filled with a mixture of doubt and emotion.

“Young Master Pei, who can predict the future? But for now, it is already commendable that you have this intention.”

After talking with Pei Yan, Fang Xiaoxiao, looking slightly tired, went back to her room to rest.

The night grew deeper and deeper, as thick as ink that could not be dissolved. The entire courtyard was immersed in a deathly silence, with only the occasional chirping of insects adding to the stillness of the night.

Just as everyone was fast asleep, their dreams a blur, a dark figure, like a ghost, silently slipped into the courtyard.

The shadowy figure was extremely agile, like a nimble cat in the night, deftly avoiding the patrolling guards.

He seemed to know the layout of the courtyard like the back of his hand, and he made his way to Pei Changqing's room with ease, taking each step with extreme care, without making a sound.

Pei Changqing was already a light sleeper due to his injuries, and even the slightest sound could instantly alert him.

He endured the throbbing pain from his wound, gripped the sword beside his pillow with lightning speed, his eyes blazing as he stared intently at the door, his muscles tense, ready to fight at any moment.

The dark figure gently pushed open the door, and a flash of cold light appeared in an instant, carrying a sharp killing intent as it headed straight for Pei Changqing.

Pei Changqing dodged to the side and swung his sword to meet the enemy.

In an instant, swords flashed in the room, and the sound of metal clashing was particularly jarring in the silent night, like a symphony of death.

Hearing the commotion, the patrolling guards rushed over.

Seeing that things were not going well, the dark figure made a feint and then broke through the window at an extremely fast speed.

The guards roared and gave chase, and the courtyard instantly descended into chaos.

Shouts, footsteps, and the clash of weapons mingled together, shattering the tranquility of the night.

Fang Xiaoxiao was startled awake by the sudden commotion. Her heart tightened, and she rushed over without even having time to put on her coat properly.

Pei Yan was also filled with shock and anger, his clothes were disheveled, his hair was messy, and his eyes were full of murderous intent.

Fang Xiaoxiao asked Pei Changqing about his condition with a nervous expression.

"Second Prince, are you alright?" The voice trembled noticeably with concern.

Pei Changqing shook his head, his forehead covered in sweat, and said.

"I am fine, but the assassin's arrival was suspicious."

His eyes were filled with doubt and wariness.

Pei Yan's gaze sharpened as he spoke through gritted teeth.

"We must find out who's behind this! I want to see who's so audacious!"

He clenched his fists so tightly that his knuckles turned white from the force.