MTLNOVEL 49: A World That Judges by Appearance
Although Gu Yu’s appearance leaned toward the delicate side, more beautiful than most girls, perhaps due to influences from his previous modern life, his actions were always decisive and efficient, giving no impression of effeminacy.
Therefore, when others interacted with Gu Yu, they didn’t consider his appearance a flaw. Instead, because he was so exquisitely beautiful, women could hardly take their eyes off him when they saw him.
Of course, this was also why Gu Yu didn’t like women. Even when women flirted with him, he would simply ignore them.
This dislike didn’t mean hatred.
Gu Yu’s attitude was purely because in the modern world, having constantly witnessed his parents fighting, he felt that having a girl friend would be especially troublesome, so he had no interest in relationships.
After all, being alone was quite nice—watching dramas, following anime, reading manga—all more carefree.
But having transmigrated and gotten a wife for free, even if Gu Yu was unwilling, there was no turning back. He could only try to maintain a good relationship with his wife…
Bai Linyue had grown up in the capital and had seen many children of the wealthy and powerful, including quite a few handsome ones, but none could compare to Gu Yu.
The young masters in the capital were all very fair-skinned, so Gu Yu’s appearance wasn’t particularly special—he just didn’t look like someone from the countryside.
Bai Linyue had come to Lianchen Town because her cousin Bai Qian had entered the palace as a concubine, leaving her without her usual playmate, which made her feel very dejected.
The imperial palace was different from other places. Although Cousin Bai Qian was beautiful and had captivated the emperor, the emperor had many women in his harem. Bai Linyue couldn’t imagine what kind of life her peerless cousin would have there.
When Bai Qian heard the news about entering the palace, she revealed an amused smile that Bai Linyue simply ignored… Her cousin was sometimes quite peculiar, and it was impossible to guess what she was thinking.
Since entering and exiting the palace required passes, Bai Linyue couldn’t see Bai Qian for the time being. At the same time, her family had repeatedly instructed her not to cause trouble for Bai Qian. Moreover, as Bai Linyue was already 14 years old, her family wanted to arrange a marriage for her.
They thought that perhaps after getting engaged, Bai Linyue would settle down…
Therefore, Bai Linyue had packed her bags and fled to Lianchen Town to hide for a while.
Now, seeing Gu Yu’s beautiful face, Bai Linyue suddenly felt that an arranged marriage might not be so bad after all. With this thought, her gaze at Gu Yu grew even more intense, making his scalp tingle under her stare.
Bai Linyue made no attempt to hide her feelings, showing none of the reserve expected of ancient women. Her obvious favor toward Gu Yu was so apparent that even Uncle Zhong and Wang Hu could see it.
Both of them wore expressions of disbelief.
This world that judged by appearance was truly hopeless.
“Ahem, Young Miss, we should focus on the matter at hand.”
“Oh, right! Wang Hu, even if you say so, while capital punishment may be avoided, you cannot escape punishment altogether. I order you to report to the jail at the government office today. If you don’t stay there for at least three months, expect even harsher penalties!”
“…”
“Unless your family can leave Lianchen Town, don’t think of any other ideas. Also, I will be staying in Lianchen Town for three months.”
Reminded by Uncle Zhong’s fake cough, Bai Linyue came back to her senses. As she spoke, especially when mentioning she would stay for three months, her eyes couldn’t help but glance at Gu Yu.
The pink bubbles emerging around her seemed to take physical form, making it unbearable to witness her lovesick maiden appearance.
Gu Yu was completely speechless.
He hadn’t expected that even though he was already someone’s husband, there would still be women interested in him.
Bai Linyue was beautiful and came from a powerful family. Any man who caught her eye would be considered incredibly fortunate!
At the very least, marrying Bai Linyue would save him fifty years of hard work.
Moreover, in ancient times, having multiple wives and concubines was legal. After marrying Bai Linyue, if one wanted to take ten more concubines, as long as he had money and stamina, it was all fair game!
However, while others might think this way, Gu Yu, as a modern person, still adhered to monogamy and firmly refused to cheat.
If not for the spatial storage’s bundled deal when he first arrived in ancient times, Gu Yu wouldn’t have thought… that he could ever get married in this lifetime.
Or rather, in both lifetimes combined…
Therefore, no matter how beautiful or forward Bai Linyue was, Gu Yu would have no interest in her.
Besides, Gu Mengyao was much prettier than Bai Linyue… Although she was a bit flat, with proper nurturing, she would eventually develop curves in all the right places.