Chapter 286

Shen Yu’an had the young monk who was leading them find a quieter spot for them.

However, Lingchan Temple had a great reputation, and today, a large number of pilgrims had come, making it quite challenging to find a peaceful place.

The young monk left them after taking them to a grove of osmanthus trees.

Shen Yu’an glanced at the osmanthus trees swaying in the breeze and remarked, “The scenery in this osmanthus grove is quite beautiful; no wonder so many people come here.”

But their pleasant mood was abruptly shattered by the sudden appearance of someone.

After enduring more than a month of torment, the dreadful rash on Qi Yiran’s body and face had gradually subsided.

Madam Qi, seeing her precious daughter confined indoors and in low spirits all day long, took advantage of the lively atmosphere today, hoping to bring her out and brighten her spirits.

Though the redness on Qi Yiran’s face had improved considerably, some marks still remained.

To the extent that she had to wear a conical hat even when going outside, and her heart was filled with resentment.

Being confined at home for over a month, she had mentioned this matter to her older brother and began to sense that something was amiss.

She had been perfectly fine when leaving her family’s estate, so how did she end up with such a severe illness after encountering Shen Yu’an and Bai Miaqing?

She had caused a scene at her family’s estate, but once the news reached the General and the General’s wife, they harshly reprimanded her.

If it weren’t for her illness and the need for treatment, she would surely have been punished.

Now, seeing Shen Yu’an’s figure, she felt an intense urge to tear her apart.

Whether it was Qi Yiran’s overwhelming resentment or not, Fei Yanchen immediately sensed the unfriendly gaze directed at Shen Yu’an.

His gaze darkened as he turned his head and happened to make eye contact with Qi Yiran, who was looking in their direction.

Qi Yiran’s hand, which was clutching her handkerchief, trembled with fear, and the next moment, she was taken aback.

Such a man, standing there waiting with those people, truly tarnished his elegance.

A man as handsome as this should be standing by her side, that’s what suits him best.

Qi Yiran steadied herself, raised her hand to adjust her hidden hairstyle inside her conical hat, and took small steps toward Fei Yanchen’s direction.

“Sir, are you well?”

Fei Yanchen stood with his hands behind his back and wrinkled his brow at the fragrance that wafted towards him as Qi Yiran approached.

“Who are you?”

“I am the third young lady of the General’s residence. I saw you here enjoying the scenery alone and thought to invite you to join us…”

Qi Yiran’s words were interrupted by Fei Yanchen.

“I came here with the person by my side. If your eyesight is ailing, you should seek treatment as soon as possible to avoid worsening your condition. It would be a pity to go blind at such a young age.”

Shen Yu’an stood to the side, her expression somewhere between a smile and a smirk, observing the drama unfold.

Shen Yu’an had noticed Qi Yiran as soon as she approached. What really drew her attention was Qi Yiran’s rather unfriendly look when she glanced in her direction.

Initially, with her conical hat, it was hard to tell who Qi Yiran was, but as soon as she spoke, she recognized her.

A prominent figure like Shen Yu’an was standing here, yet she claimed that Fei Yanchen was alone, as if she were deliberately provoking.

Qi Yiran’s face reddened after Fei Yanchen’s remark, although the others couldn’t see it.

With teary eyes, she said, “Sir, why do you speak of me this way? There’s nothing wrong with my eyes.”

Fei Yanchen and Shen Yu’an stood together, mocking her, “The two of us are standing here like this, yet you only see me, what does that mean if not blindness?”

“You…”

Qi Yiran hadn’t expected Fei Yanchen to be so sarcastic. Her earlier pretense of coyness had now turned genuine, and she felt a bit unsteady on her feet.

Qi Yiran, infuriated, couldn’t control her words and retorted, “With her rustic appearance, where does she even come close to being worthy of standing beside a gentleman like you!”