"Perseverance, keep it up, and in time, even ice will melt!"
The matters between them wouldn't be resolved in a single day. Years of accumulated ice wouldn't melt just from a bit of warmth; it would take time, and one couldn't be too hasty.
"Then when will this ever end!"
Chu Chenyi said helplessly. While it was said he should persevere, he wondered how long this would last. He couldn't just keep depleting resources endlessly.
"If you're unwilling, then divorce Lin Yuwei and part ways. That's the most straightforward!"
Ling Mohan's patience had also run out, and he spoke directly and impolitely.
He had long since stopped wanting to deal with Chu Chenyi's messy affairs. If it weren't for the fact that the Emperor only had these sons, and none of them were particularly capable, with only Chu Chenyi showing some semblance of humanity, he wouldn't have chosen Chu Chenyi. Otherwise, he would have kicked him away long ago and wouldn't be here listening to his useless ramblings.
Chu Chenyi pouted sheepishly, his face immediately drooping. Was there any need to be so angry? He was merely venting his frustrations.
Forget it, this was the only way. He wouldn't be picky anymore. He didn't believe Lin Yuwei's heart could be harder than stone.
Even if it were truly a stone, he was confident he could warm Lin Yuwei's heart.
With his mind made up, Chu Chenyi directly moved his belongings to Ling's mansion, intending to stay long-term.
Every day, he would arrive at Lin Yuwei's place punctually to show his solicitousness, his attitude extremely insincere. He obeyed Lin Yuwei's requests unconditionally, and this continued for half a month, rain or shine, without a single day of interruption.
This had indeed made Lin Yuwei agitated. She was already in a bad mood and wanted to be alone, but Chu Chenyi was like a stubborn piece of dog skin plaster.
No matter where she went, Chu Chenyi would appear before her in the first instance.
Every time she tried to drive him away, Chu Chenyi would put on a pitiful, wronged expression, making it difficult for her. The words of rejection, by the time they reached her lips, were difficult to utter and were ultimately dropped.
"Sister Fengjin, I'm really going to be driven crazy by him. Help me think of a way. I'm going to be driven crazy by Chu Chenyi. He's always flitting around in front of me, and I don't even have a moment to breathe!"
She was truly going to be driven crazy by Ling Mohan. If this continued, she would eventually go mad.
Who could endure having someone following them like a ghost? Today, she had hurried to consult with Sister Fengjin before Chu Chenyi arrived. She was truly going to be driven mad by him.
"His legs are his own; I can't stop him."
She was also helpless in this matter. Since his legs belonged to Chu Chenyi, she couldn't prevent him from moving around.
Besides, Chu Chenyi was still a prince. She, a commoner, couldn't control Chu Chenyi, nor did she have the courage to do so.
"Then... then what should we do?"
Lin Yuwei said mournfully. She was truly going to be driven mad by Chu Chenyi, wishing he would disappear before her eyes immediately.
People really can't resist being talked about. She had just mentioned Chu Chenyi, and he immediately appeared before her.
"The bananas that were just tribute from the south are still fresh. I specifically saved some for you to try."
Chu Chenyi held a bunch of bananas and walked up to Lin Yuwei with a fawning expression.
"Bananas are a delicacy at this time, and tribute ones are even more unattainable."
Feng Jin unceremoniously picked up a banana, peeled it, and popped it into her mouth. As expected of tribute items, they were indeed much better than those sold outside. Such fine goods were truly rare.
"Don't just stand there blankly. After all, it's Prince Jing's heartfelt intention. Give him some face and quickly try one."
Feng Jin broke off a banana and placed it in Lin Yuwei's hand, gesturing for her to eat quickly.
After all, this was specifically prepared by Chu Chenyi to appease Lin Yuwei. Since she had eaten his things, she should at least put in some effort. It truly lived up to the saying that taking someone's hand makes one soft, and eating someone's food makes one's mouth soft.
Look, she wasn't eating for nothing; she was putting in quite a bit of effort.
Lin Yuwei took a bite reluctantly, but Chu Chenyi's stare robbed her of her appetite, and she put it down directly.
Anyone would lose their appetite if they were stared at with such deep eyes while eating.
And these past few days, whether she was walking, sitting, standing, eating, or drinking, she had to face Ling Mohan's burning gaze. Truly, every day was extremely difficult.
"Can you stop staring at me?"
Lin Yuwei said patiently. She just wanted Chu Chenyi's gaze to not be fixed on her. How could it be so difficult?
"It's fine. You eat. If it's not enough, I'll get you more."
Anyway, all the tribute items passed through his hands. How many he wanted to take was just a matter of his word.
Feng Jin seemed to recall something and hurriedly asked Chu Chenyi, "These are tribute items, and the Emperor will inspect them. Won't the Emperor blame you for taking them stealthily?"
"Yes, I'm not eating it anymore. Hurry and return it!"
Feng Jin's words reminded Lin Yuwei. She quickly put down the banana in her hand and urged Chu Chenyi to return it.
He had truly become bold, daring to steal tribute items. If the Emperor blamed him, they would all suffer together.
"It's fine. I know what I'm doing. It's just some food; no one will notice. Even if they do, I have ways to deal with it. Don't worry, as long as you like eating it."
Chu Chenyi gazed at Lin Yuwei with indulgence in his eyes. He had also noticed that Lin Yuwei's attitude towards him had indeed become much gentler these past few days. It seemed his efforts had yielded results. Now, the effect was very significant.
Feeling uncomfortable under his gaze, Lin Yuwei's face uncontrollably flushed, and she turned her head away.
Feng Jin suddenly felt she was too conspicuous sitting here, like she was radiating light. Just as she was about to find an excuse to leave, Da Bao ran in hurriedly and threw himself into Feng Jin's arms.
"Look at you, all dirty. Where were you playing? Your forehead is covered in sweat."
As soon as she saw Da Bao looking like a little mud monkey, Feng Jin couldn't help but want to get angry.
"I'll take him back to change his clothes. You two can entertain yourselves."
As soon as she finished speaking, Feng Jin grabbed Da Bao's hand and left in a hurry, her steps as quick as if she were fleeing.