Resisting the Wind and Splendor

Chapter 495 is about trust, not gambling.

Consort Yu was truly helpless. Her son was like this, and she didn't know why he could be so enthusiastic in front of Chu Yueli.

If it weren't for Chu Yueli's appearance, Consort Yu would have thought that her son was born without emotions.

"Very well, I see that the Duke is indeed not in good condition. What if something were to happen to him..."

She looked at Chu Yueli and said gently, "Ali, don't be sad. I'm just telling the truth. Things always have to be resolved."

"Ali understands." Chu Yueli nodded. Lu Beimo had invited Consort Yu to visit today because of his grandfather's condition.

He proved his sincerity and importance with his actions, so how could Chu Yueli pretend not to know his deep affection?

Now that things have come to this, she has to face it.

"Therefore, I will propose marriage to the Emperor with Mo'er tonight, which will bring good luck to the Duke. Moreover, the Emperor has clearly been valuing you and Marquis Chu very much recently, so he will most likely agree to the proposal at this time."

She took Chu Yueli's hand and gently squeezed it: "Now, we're just waiting for you to agree, A-Li. To be honest, as a woman, I envy and even feel a little jealous of the value and respect that Mo'er has for you."

“It’s not that I want to praise my son, but to be honest, I’ve never seen such a sincere man. What’s even more remarkable is that he comes from such a distinguished background. Do you understand?”

How could Chu Yueli not understand?

Despite his status and power, Prince Mo could have been high above her, yet he bowed to her at every turn.

It is truly a miracle to meet such a man in this lifetime.

The reason they were reluctant to agree before was simply because they still had some lingering shadows from the past.

She was genuinely afraid that after their mutual affection, he might fall in love with another woman who was "different from others."

"Want to gamble?" Yu Fei immediately saw through the deepest gloom in Chu Yue Li's heart.

Chu Yueli met her gaze, and after a long while, she smiled at Lu Beimo: "I don't gamble, because I believe."

Since it's based on trust, it's not gambling.

Gambling has its wins and losses, but trust will always win.

"Thank you." Lu Beimo smiled in response. "I swear on my life that I will never give you a chance to lose."

Chu Yueli didn't say anything more.

It's settled then. Tonight, Consort Yu and Lu Beimo will personally go to the Emperor to request a marriage decree. Of course, Chu Yueli is well aware that the Emperor might take the opportunity to ask for something.

But she believed in Lu Beimo; no matter what the emperor wanted, he could find a solution.

There's absolutely no need for her to worry.

Consort Yu was leaving, and Lu Beimo escorted her this time, but did not stay behind.

Unexpectedly, just as they left the Prince's Mansion, they encountered Huo Qing, who was riding back hurriedly from outside the mansion.

"Mo'er?" Huo Qing leaped down from her horse, looked at Lu Beimo, and laughed, "Looking for Ali again? Isn't she going out with you?"

The weather is nice right now, perfect for going out and having fun.

"Third Aunt, I'll escort my mother back to the palace first, and then I'll come to find you later." Lu Beimo cupped his hands in greeting to her.

Huo Qingcai then noticed that there was indeed a luxurious carriage behind him.

Huo Qing blushed and immediately realized that she had been impolite. She quickly bowed to the carriage curtain and said, "I was unaware of Your Highness's arrival. Please forgive my lack of hospitality."

The people inside the carriage did not react.

Huo Qing and Lu Beimo exchanged glances. Lu Beimo returned to the carriage and was about to introduce Yu Fei.

But then Consort Yu suddenly lifted the curtain herself, and looking at Huo Qing not far away, her eyes were filled with shock: "It really is you, Qing'er!"