The Noble Lady's Rebirth: She just wants to Rest in Peace!-Chapter 60: Picking Someone Up

The ten guards around were stern-faced, their presence still exuding the atmosphere of the battlefield, their eyes slightly lowered, standing respectfully to the side.

Gu Yifeng appeared as cold as frost, his eyes sharp and authoritative, clad in a white tunic with a white cloak, his posture tall and upright. Though his domineering battlefield aura slightly lessened after dismounting, he faced everyone with a leisurely demeanor, yet the intimidating pressure of one accustomed to high position made others feel inadequate.

Wu Xueqin, skilled in conversation, was left dumbfounded upon seeing such a gentleman.

Her heart seemed to twang softly before settling back into calm.

Wu Xueqin couldn’t understand what was happening to her; in her eyes, there was only this man’s figure, noble and distinguished as he stood there, like a piece of jade, or rather an ancient piece of cold jade.

He stood there, casting only a faint glance at you, doing nothing, yet as if surveying the world.

"Brother." Gu Xuanyi immediately resembled an obedient child when meeting his brother’s cold gaze.

Gu Yifeng nodded, his deep eyes scanning the crowd before resting on a petite figure at the side, and a rare warmth flashed through his frosty eyes, "Sister Ning, come here."

Lin Youning was both excited and nervous upon seeing Gu Yifeng. Over the years, her elder brother had constantly sent letters and gifts, leading her to truly view Gu Yifeng as a brother.

However, when this impressive yet elegantly tall figure stood before her, she couldn’t help but feel a bit intimidated.

The internal conflict crumbled at that call, and she even forgot all the etiquette learned over the years, "Big Brother."

Like a child, she flung herself into his arms.

Gu Yifeng’s body tensed slightly, but soon relaxed, looking down at the little girl in his arms with gentle warmth, seeing only a head of dark hair, knowing how silky and smooth it must be without touching it.

"The chill in late autumn is strong; why are you dressed so lightly?" Gu Yifeng casually removed his silver cloak, gently draping it over her shoulders.

Everyone except for Gu Yixuan was astonished at this scene, as they never imagined that the Dingyuan Marquis, known as the cold-blooded King Yan, would show this side.

Wu Xueqin felt jealousy for the first time towards Lin Youning.

Even when she saw her beauty, Wu Xueqin was not jealous, feeling more pity, as historically very few beauties met good ends.

But at this moment, she felt envy, or rather, jealousy.

For such beauty, to be treated this way by the Dingyuan Marquis.

"It’s getting late, let’s head back." After adjusting the cloak, Gu Yifeng looked at Gu Yixuan, his gaze also sweeping over the surrounding few people.

From beginning to end, Gu Yifeng spoke to the crowd with only one sentence, or rather his two sentences were directed at Gu Yixuan.

After saying this, Gu Yifeng didn’t wait for anyone to speak further, pulling Lin Youning toward the carriage, with Nanny Chang and Shanmoi hurrying to follow.

Midway, Gu Yifeng stopped, gesturing to one of the guards, who took several quick steps forward, and it wasn’t until then that Lin Youning noticed he was holding something fluffy.

"This snow fox was hunted by me at the border, still nursing, keep it by your side until it accepts you as its master." Gu Yifeng said, handing the snow fox over.

Lin Youning looked on in surprise, cautiously reaching out to touch it lightly, the little white creature raised its head, making Lin Youning want to retract her hand.

"It’s fine, just stretch your hand out again." Gu Yifeng, seeing her reaction, had a smile in his eyes.

When he first saw this little snow fox, it reminded him of the small figure in his memory, innocent like this young snow fox.

"It... it’s licking me." Lin Youning exclaimed in surprise.

Meanwhile, the few people nearby gathered around, all gaping at the tiny snow fox. Though they were children from noble families, they’d never seen such a pure and spotless fox, especially a snow fox.

Wu Xueya’s eyes flashed with envy, but she forgot her manners and spoke harshly, "It suits you well."

What does that mean?

In Wu Xueya’s mind, Lin Youning was a temptress, now holding a fox.

Wasn’t this just an insinuation that Lin Youning was a seductress?

As soon as the words fell, a blade-like glare shot over, making Wu Xueya tense up, not daring to lift her head.

This pressure caused the atmosphere to freeze.

Lin Youning, however, paid no mind, "Big Brother, let’s return to the mansion now, Aunt will surely be pleased to see it."

Gu Yifeng withdrew his gaze calmly, though just a light glimpse, the deterrence was formidable, something everyone present witnessed.

Even if Wu Chuhao was a beat behind in fear, he realized something was off, tugging at his sister’s sleeve from below.

Gu Yixuan turned sullen on the spot, glancing at Wu Xueya before boarding the carriage, dust swirling, as the Dingyuan Marquis Mansion group headed for the border.

"Sister Ya, you were excessive today." Xu Yuxian commented, mounting his horse and leaving.

Wu Xueqin chuckled softly, "Sister, how will you explain this to the ancestors at home? You should think it over first."

Speaking as she shook her head regretfully, heading towards the carriage.

Wu Chuhao sympathized with his sister, "Sister Ya, don’t worry, it was just a thoughtless act."

Wu Xueya glared resentfully.

Turning away without responding to him.

Wu Chuhao scratched his head, unsure where he went wrong, not daring to speak further, and chased after her.

Over at the Minister Mansion, upon learning of the incident, they naturally grounded Wu Xueya for a month, while Mrs. Gu Sr. remained dissatisfied, inevitably showing a cold face to Kong Tianru over this matter.