“It’s very simple,” Jiang Nuan said, slightly embarrassed. “This humble woman wishes to separate from the main branch of the family and would like to ask His Majesty for his assistance.”

"Separate branches?" Ji Xuan's pupils contracted slightly, but his expression remained unchanged. "How could such a trivial matter be difficult for Lady Jiang?"

Qi Yong looked at Jiang Nuan in surprise, "Does Madam Jiang have other plans?"

We had previously said that this person would notice something amiss, but we didn't expect them to act so quickly and already take action.

Extremely decisive, he immediately proposed dividing the clan.

It seems this isn't a simple matter of dividing the clans!

“Yes,” Jiang Nuan explained, “Your Majesty only needs to help with the household registration; the rest, I will handle myself.”

"Household registration?" Qi Yong asked, puzzled. "Didn't you two separate your families? Your household registrations shouldn't be together anymore."

Upon hearing this, Madam Xie turned her head curiously.

“That’s how it is,” Jiang Nuan cleared her throat, “Our great-grandfather had two sons. The eldest son inherited the position of village chief, his son was Huang Shi, his grandson was Huang Shan, and his second son was Huang Mu…”

Upon hearing this, Qi Yong gasped, "In order to completely sever ties with your in-laws, you actually fabricated a person out of thin air."

He was impressed by this move.

“Wrong,” Jiang Nuan shook her finger, “My mother-in-law has always been the head of the second branch of the family, and has nothing to do with the first branch.”

"What do you mean?" Qi Yong asked, puzzled. "Does Madam Jiang want to break up her in-laws?"

“We were never family,” Jiang Nuan said coldly, “so how can you talk about breaking us up!”

“You’re really ruthless,” Qi Yong shook his head. “Splitting the clan is one thing, but you even want to erase the bond of blood.”

If they don't even have the title of father and son, I wonder if the old master of the Huang family will be so angry that he vomits blood.

"Blood relatives whose hearts and eyes are full of scheming," Jiang Nuan said coldly, "are better off without them!"

Don't say that parents are always right; that has nothing to do with her.

Since her father-in-law attacked her son, she shouldn't blame herself for retaliating.

He cherishes his eldest son and is even more reluctant to let his children in the family be harmed.

“Lady Jiang,” Ji Xuan said in a deep voice, “it’s not that simple to fabricate a person out of thin air.”

“It’s just a small favor for you,” Jiang Nuan smiled slightly. “This humble citizen has confidence in you.”

It's only in times of difficulty that one understands the power of authority; that's just how reality is.

“In that case,” Qi Yong exclaimed, “I’m afraid Lady Jiang will no longer be able to stay in Huangjiakou.”

“It’s alright,” Jiang Nuan said nonchalantly. “If they are intolerant, they will be the ones who suffer the loss.”

Jiang Nuan was already getting impatient dealing with the trivial matters in Huangjiakou.

She doesn't mind helping the villagers out; after all, there aren't any truly wicked people. It's good to do good deeds, but it's unpleasant when people take the benefits without considering their own interests.

Today, someone might try to extricate themselves from the situation by dragging their own people down with them; tomorrow, someone else might attack their own people for personal gain.

There wasn't much affection between them to begin with, so why worry so much? There really wasn't anything in Huangjiakou that she couldn't bear to part with.

It would be better to buy a large estate and be in charge of it yourself.

“Since Lady Jiang has made up her mind,” Ji Xuan nodded slightly, “I will lend you a hand!”

"Thank you very much, Your Majesty. I will send the plum tree over as soon as possible."

"Could it possibly survive?" Qi Yong asked, expressing his concerns. "Plum trees are delicate, and it's April now."

"There won't be any problems, just don't transplant it again within two months."

"Qi Yong, you handle this matter personally, and make sure there are no mistakes."

"Your Majesty, rest assured, whether it's household registration or plum trees, this servant will handle everything perfectly."

"This humble woman thanks Your Majesty."

"Each takes what they need."

After reaching an agreement, Jiang Nuan left with Xie Shi.

"Mother," Xie Shi said, feeling like it was all a dream, "Is that all?"

Why does she think it's as simple as drinking water?

"The core issue has been resolved; we can handle the rest ourselves."

"Mother," Madam Xie said, puzzled, "why not just separate the branches of the family directly? Why go through all this trouble?"

She really couldn't bear to part with such a beautiful plum tree.

"The imperial examination requires an investigation of three generations of ancestors. Only by entrusting this matter to him can no one dare to bring it up in the future."

Even if everyone knows it's fake, so what? The monarch of a country has stamped the verdict, who would dare to question it? Who would dare to make things difficult for Xiao Si because of this?

"I see," Xie said with sudden realization, "Mother is so thoughtful."

“Some things can’t be judged by appearances,” Jiang Nuan patted her head, “We also need to consider the future impact.”

"Yes, daughter-in-law understands."

After saying this, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law happily went home.

At the pharmacy, Qi Yong and Ji Xuan were still discussing this matter.

"Master, Madam Jiang's move to eliminate the root of the problem is brilliant. I can't help but feel sorry for Old Master Huang."

“That’s how things should be done,” Ji Xuan said dismissively. “When it’s time to be decisive, leave no room for maneuver, lest you suffer the consequences. The old master of the Huang family has ill intentions. If we let things continue, it will only embolden him.”

“This servant understands all of this,” Qi Yong said, pursing her lips, “but I feel it’s gone a bit too far.”

"It's not a matter of whether it's right or wrong, it's just the instinct to protect one's offspring. It can only be said that the old man of the Huang family stepped on Madam Jiang's sore spot."

"Does this servant mean we should be on guard?" Qi Yong asked with a worried expression. "This woman's methods are too ruthless, and she's even willing to lower herself. She's somewhat... uncontrollable!"

“You can never control someone like her,” Ji Xuan said, looking up into the distance. “If I’m not mistaken, this matter is also a test for me!”

"A test?" Qi Yong's eyes widened. "Why is she testing her master again?"

"I don't know either," Ji Xuan shook his head. "Let's wait and see. Remember to handle things well. If you delay important matters, you'll be in big trouble."

"Don't worry, Master, I understand!"

Qi Yong was very quick; Jiang Nuan had barely arrived home when he had already taken care of everything and brought it all over.

Looking at the thick stack of papers in her hand, Jiang Nuan nodded in satisfaction. This was the efficiency of the royal family.

She only proposed a concept, but filled in all the details. If she didn't know it was fake, she would have thought that such a person really existed.

What pleased Jiang Nuan even more was that Ji Xuan also gave this fabricated father-in-law the status of a student, which, although insignificant, truly elevated his status, making it fair to say that he came from a family of farmers and scholars.

“You all wait at home,” Jiang Nuan said, putting the papers into her bosom. “I’m going to the old house.”

Madam Xie pleaded softly, "Mother, can I stay with you too?"

“You’re at home,” Jiang Nuan said, pointing to the Huang brothers. “Eldest brother, you two come with me. We’ll bring your grandma back.”

"OK!"

In the old house, Old Mrs. Huang's eyes were a little swollen. When Old Mr. Huang noticed this, he immediately asked with concern, "Old woman, what's wrong? Why are you crying?"

My wife hasn't cried much since our youngest son passed away.

“It’s alright,” Old Mrs. Huang said, her feelings complicated. “We’ve been married for decades, and our fate has come to an end.”

Upon hearing this, Old Man Huang's heart skipped a beat. "Old woman, who has offended you today? Why are you talking such nonsense?"