Chapter 1771: Talk Alone Chapter 1771: Talk Alone Editor: Henyee Translations Unexpectedly, Taotao realized that Zhao Shu wasnât to blame; it was the meddling of the third party that caused the issue.
She harbored no ill will towards Zhao Shu and bore no grudge against their impending marriage.
If anyone was to blame, it was the interference from the third party.
Upon hearing that Zhao Shu was present and that their relationship had shifted, Taotao shyly avoided him.
Zhao Shu had always been close to the first branch of the family, engaging in lively conversation with Shao Sanlang.
Shao Dalang, though quieter, still contributed to the harmonious atmosphere.
The three of them shared an amicable bond.
As they waited, Zhao Shuâs gaze wandered, and he politely inquired about Taotao, expressing his desire to speak with her.
Shao Dalang hesitated, while Shao Sanlang, in his typical candid manner, interjected, âShu, you wish to see Taotao?
Well, thatâs not for us to decide.
You should ask our mother!
Mother, if Shu wishes to speak with Taotao, what are your thoughts?â Zhao Shu felt a pang of embarrassment at the straightforwardness of his third brother-in-law.
Quickly rising to his feet, Zhao Shu addressed Ms.
Fang with a smile, âMother-in-law, IââŹÂŚ I simply havenât had the chance to catch up with Taotao, and Iâd like to have a chat with her, just thatââŹÂŚâ Shao Sanlang chimed in, âMom, Taotao and Xiao Shu are engaged, theyâre family now.
Itâs only natural for them to spend time together!â After all, it was the way he and his wife had conducted their relationship.
Ms.
Fang shot a disapproving glance at her sonâs bluntness and then turned to Zhao Shu with a warm smile, âGo ahead, Taotao is in her quarters.
Have a chat with her!
Iâll call you when lunch is ready!â Taotao was accompanied by two maids she had acquired the previous year, Xiangling and Xiangyue.
Despite Zhao Shu not being particularly frivolous or rude, their engagement was a positive development, and Ms.
Fang saw no reason to intervene.
It was her dense son who seemed oblivious to subtlety.
Wouldnât he discreetly inform her?
His loud outburst risked embarrassing their son-in-lawââŹÂŚ Concerned for Zhao Shuâs feelings, Ms.
Fang attempted to console him.
Zhao Shu was delighted by Ms.
Fangâs acquiescence; he felt no embarrassment at all.
Agreeing eagerly, he proceeded to engage in conversation with Taotao.
Taotao, caught between embarrassment and happiness, found herself lost in contemplation as she gazed at the blooming peonies in the courtyard.
Upon spotting Zhao Shu, her cheeks flushed, and though she instinctively wanted to retreat, the knowledge of their engagement held her back.
Yet, she couldnât shake the feeling that meeting like this wasnât ideal, hesitating on whether to depart.
âWhy donât they just leaveââŹÂŚâ Zhao Shuâs grin widened upon seeing her, his eyes alight with Taotaoâs presence.
Advancing eagerly, he exclaimed, âTaotao!
Hehe!â Finally relieved of restraint!
His triumphant tone only deepened Taotaoâs blush.
She shot him a reproachful glare and averted her gaze.
âYouââŹÂŚ speak more politely.â âOf course, of course!
Iâll be polite!â Zhao Shuâs happiness remained undiminished.
He regarded Taotao with a tender smile, as though he would agree with whatever she said.
Taotao felt even more self-conscious.
This manââŹÂŚ At least before, there was a veil of discretion.
He had restrained himself, allowing only furtive glances.
Though his keen observation always caught her, she could pretend not to notice.
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