allonlinenovel Chapter 174 A man's oath cannot be trusted
Chapter 174 A man's oath cannot be trusted
That day, the sunlight was slanting, making the willow trees on both sides of the street look exceptionally soft, but it formed a sharp contrast with Zheng Yiyang's inner restlessness.
His argument with the Duke was heated, and his turbulent emotions were like a thunderstorm on a summer afternoon, difficult to calm down.
Zheng Yiyang mounted his horse, intending to escape from this suffocating atmosphere, but when he dismounted, he accidentally stepped on empty air and felt a sharp pain in his ankle, which almost made him lose his balance.
Just when he was in pain and helpless.
Sheng Junwei quickly found a carriage, personally helped him get in, and took good care of him along the way.
In the clinic, Sheng Junwei stayed by Zheng Yiyang's side until she was sure that he was fine before leaving.
This scene became an unforgettable beautiful picture in Zheng Yiyang's mind. Sheng Junwei's gentle image, like an exquisite ink painting, was deeply imprinted in his heart.
Even in the face of strong opposition from his family, Zheng Yiyang still insisted on his own opinion. His unwavering determination was the best proof of his deep impression on Sheng Junwei.
Sheng Ruijiao's rebirth gave her a chance to rewrite her destiny.
She planned carefully, imitating Sheng Junwei in everything from her hairstyle to her clothes, and even tried to make her words and actions exactly the same as the encounter she remembered.
When she "accidentally met" Zheng Yiyang again, her delicate care and unintentional tenderness, like a ray of morning light, slowly illuminated Zheng Yiyang's world.
Every effort she makes is aimed at recreating that fate and rewriting history in her own hands.
As time goes by, although Sheng Ruijiao successfully attracts Zheng Yiyang, the seeds of unrest are buried deep in her heart.
Whenever Zheng Yiyang's gaze accidentally drifted towards Sheng Junwei, that little spark was enough to stir up waves in her heart.
In order to protect this hard-earned happiness, she treads on thin ice and takes every step carefully.
Until that day, when Sheng Ruijiao witnessed Zheng Yiyang and Sheng Junwei talking privately, her reason was burned by the fire of jealousy.
She rushed forward, trying to use force as her emotions were out of control, but was defeated.
That fall was not only physical pain, but also a profound baptism of dignity, which made her re-examine her actions in the dust.
Sheng Junwei's cold words were like sharp ice spikes, piercing Sheng Ruijiao's chest.
At this moment, she realized that this silent contest was actually an awakening of self-awareness.
Sheng Junwei's indifference and insight make this contest more complicated, full of unknowns and variables.
Zheng Yiyang's intervention was like a sudden storm, dragging all the subtle emotional entanglements into a vortex.
His indifference and determination were not only a rejection of Sheng Ruijiao personally, but also a silent judgment on this marriage.
The sky over the capital seemed to have become even heavier because of this, and an indescribable depression permeated the air.
In this context, Zheng Yiyang's words were like an invisible sword, piercing people's hearts.
His ruthless attitude not only demonstrated his arrogance as a playboy, but also exposed his contempt for the constraints of traditional ethics.
To Zheng Yiyang, emotions and marriage seem to be easily measured by power and interests, with no regard for women's feelings and dignity.
And Sheng Ruijiao, the woman who originally tried to change her fate through her own efforts, seemed to be caught in a torrent of fate at this moment. She struggled to survive but seemed unable to break free.
Although her resistance seemed fragile and powerless, it also revealed a tenacity that refused to surrender.
In this drama of love and hate, everyone is trapped by their own desires and choices, and the ending is still confusing.
Sheng Ruijiao stood in the courtyard. The autumn wind blew up a few fallen leaves, gently blowing against her thin dress, as if it felt sorry for her.
Her eyes were filled with complex emotions, shame, anger and heartache intertwined together, as if her heart was being cut by a sharp blade.
"Zheng Yiyang, do you remember that you swore so confidently in the past that you would only love me and be gentle to me? Have you thrown those words away with the wind?!"
Her words showed the fragility and helplessness of a woman, but also her tenacity and unwillingness.
Zheng Yiyang stood in the sun, a playful smile on his lips, his eyes that used to be as gentle as water were now full of sarcasm and indifference.
"Oh, my Ruijiao, did you really believe it? A man's oath in a passionate moment is just a means to add interest, how can you take it seriously?"
His words were understated, as if he was talking about an insignificant matter, completely ignoring the fact that these words were like an invisible dagger that pierced deeply into Sheng Ruijiao's heart.
Sheng Ruijiao's body trembled slightly with anger, and tears welled up in her eyes, almost bursting out.
"Where...where is your heart?! Is it true that you have no feelings left at all?"
There was an unconcealable despair in her voice, but there was a hint of stubbornness in her heart that refused to give in. That unwillingness was like weeds, growing tenaciously in adversity.
She was full of thoughts, her heart filled with doubts and confusion.
Same marriage, same day, why is Zheng Yiyang's attitude towards her and Sheng Junwei so different?
In the memory of his previous life, when Zheng Yiyang faced Sheng Junwei, he seemed to have become the most loyal puppy. He not only cleaned up the mess in the backyard for her, but also showed his endless tenderness and affection for Sheng Junwei in public.
Why is she so partial to him? Why should she endure all this injustice?
Sheng Ruijiao bit her lower lip tightly. Even though she was confused, she was unwilling to admit defeat.
"Zheng Yiyang, you did know about my father's demotion, but that doesn't mean that my Sheng family will never recover. Have you forgotten that my aunt, who is the imperial concubine, is in the emperor's favor and is pregnant with a dragon seed. She may be the heir to the empire in the future!"
There was a cold light flashing in her eyes. Although her voice was soft, every word was powerful. "Just imagine, if my aunt really gave birth to a dragon son, to what extent would the emperor show her favor?"
Zheng Yiyang's face suddenly turned gloomy, as if dark clouds had covered the sun.
"So, your true face is like this. I have been deceived by your appearance for so long."
There was a hint of displeasure in his tone, but also a hint of surprise.
After a moment, he seemed to recover from his anger, but there was a hint of amusement in his eyes.
"Are you so lowly? Are you so keen on climbing onto my bed?"
After saying this, he gently lowered the curtains of the carriage. As the wheels slowly rolled, every crisp sound as they rolled over the cobblestone road seemed to be mocking her unbearable condition.
"My mother has been feeling upset lately and has no place to vent. Now, you have given me a good idea."
"Using you as the object of her venting, isn't that killing two birds with one stone?"
Zheng Yiyang's words were like a cold wind, blowing through Sheng Ruijiao's heart.
She felt as if the world around her froze in an instant, as cold as an ice cellar, plunging her body and mind into endless chill.