xymnovel Chapter 1155: God Gives People Hardships, but Also Helps Them Grow
Chapter 1155: God Gives People Hardships, but Also Helps Them Grow
Next, the news spread quickly that Long Xiyuan had bestowed the title of Princess Ningding upon a young girl and adopted her as his daughter.Bai Zhi’er initially wanted to keep it quiet, as it meant her father would soon hear of it too.
But she couldn’t stop Long Xiyuan from being delighted with his new goddaughter.
He practically wanted to showcase Bai Zhi’er perched on his head, proudly displaying his pretty, obedient, and intelligent goddaughter.
Long Xiyuan allocated most of the palace’s treasures, along with the jewelry left by Fu Xiru, to Bai Zhi’er’s name.
This was considered the dowry from the couple to her.
Long Xiyuan even asked with interest, "Why not change your surname to Long each time you come to Great Qin?"
"Long Zhi’er—it sounds much nicer!"
Bai Zhi’er smiled and decisively refused, "No way!"
Long Xiyuan shook his head, "How heartless."
Bai Zhi’er and the others didn’t intend to stay long in Great Qin, a fact Long Xiyuan knew well.
He ordered three large ships full of gifts to be prepared for her return to Great Chu.
In addition, he dispatched a team of envoys to establish diplomatic relations with Great Chu.
Before their departure, Wei Mingyang requested a special meeting with Bai Zhi’er.
By then, he was no longer the princely heir adored by all but just an ordinary citizen.
Wei Mingyang dressed in roughly made but clean and tidy clothes, appeared more agreeable to Bai Zhi’er.
Seeing Bai Zhi’er, he couldn’t help but feel a bit ashamed.
"Um... Princess, I’ve always wanted to explain my past behavior. I didn’t exploit Qing Rui’s affection or string along Qingying; that’s simply how I’ve treated my sisters since childhood."
Bai Zhi’er waved dismissively.
"That’s none of my business. Just don’t bully Qing Rui. Without her, your family wouldn’t be able to thrive again."
Of course, Wei Mingyang understood.
He nodded, "I’m now working as an aide to an old friend. Although life is modest, it feels more fulfilling than before."
"That constant fear of execution day after day is finally gone."
Bai Zhi’er smiled lightly, "Indeed, sometimes misfortune turns into a blessing."
After Wei Mingyang left, Feng Fuce’s tall and handsome figure emerged from the corner.
He looked down at Bai Zhi’er, seeing her lost in thought watching Wei Mingyang’s retreating figure.
The young man spoke coolly, "Why are you still looking at him? He’s already far away."
Saying this, Feng Fuce bent down, obstructing Bai Zhi’er’s view, forcing her to look at him.
Bai Zhi’er snapped back to reality, her eyes curved into a smile.
"What are you doing? I was just thinking that Wei Mingyang has changed."
Feng Fuce raised an eyebrow, "How has he changed? Isn’t he still trying to talk to you?"
Bai Zhi’er wondered where Feng Fuce got such a strong scent of jealousy.
She couldn’t help but laugh, "I meant some people experience adversity and somehow their fortune improves."
With this, Bai Zhi’er stood up and, holding Feng Fuce’s hand, they walked back together.
Feng Fuce nodded faintly, "That’s because fate doesn’t give up on anyone, even those freshly wounded."
The wind blowing in was rather noisy, causing Bai Zhi’er to shiver.
She agreed, "Yes, the divine imposes challenges to foster growth."
"Brother Ce, winter has arrived, and I’ve only two merits left. It’s time for us to return home!"
Bai Zhi’er understood.
The adversity faced by others had passed, but her own challenges had just begun.