Chapter 140 The Divorced Heiress—Saving Lives

For the next period of time, Yaoyao still did not go out. She stayed at home with her family, knowing that once she entered the palace, she would have almost no time to spend with them.

On May 20th, Yaoyao received a secret letter instructing her to go to Zhenguo Temple in two days, with a special note instructing her to bring several guards with her. The letter was signed by Tingqin.

Yao Yao smiled when she saw the signature. She knew it was the Emperor's own handwriting. She lit a candle and watched with a smile as the letter slowly turned to ashes.

Finally, her goal is about to be achieved.

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On the 22nd, Yao Yao, accompanied by eight attendants and a personal maid, traveled to Zhenguo Temple in a carriage.

These attendants were all skilled in martial arts. For the safety of their homes, almost every capable official had someone in their household who knew martial arts.

Zhenguo Temple is located on a mountain outside the city, which is quite a distance away, but the temple is very popular, and emperors of various dynasties would go to Zhenguo Temple to pray for blessings every year.

Yaoyao calmly lay in the carriage to catch up on her sleep, feeling very tired because she had gotten up very early.

Since the Emperor has arranged for her to go to Zhenguo Temple today, she naturally doesn't need to worry about what happens afterward.

Today is a good day. Along the way, we encountered many carriages heading to Zhenguo Temple, including one from the Marquis of Weiwu's residence.

Yao Yao wasn't in the mood to pay attention to who was around, but she couldn't resist the attention others were paying to her.

Today, He Wan went to Zhenguo Temple to offer incense with her mother-in-law. Because she is pregnant, the carriage traveled very slowly along the way.

The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law rode in a horse-drawn carriage.

Through the curtain, He Wan immediately saw the large Su-character carriage in front of her, and her intuition told her that Su Yaoyao was sitting inside.

He Wan frowned involuntarily. In her opinion, nothing good ever came from meeting Su Yaoyao. She couldn't understand how Su Yaoyao had the nerve to show her face!

Being divorced by her husband's family in public, shouldn't she just hang herself with a rope? How can she still come out so openly? She's shameless!

Following He Wan's gaze, Zhao's mother also saw the Su family's carriage. Just like her good daughter-in-law, Zhao's mother also thought of the birthday banquet that night.

"Wanwan, relax and focus on taking care of yourself. That Su Yaoyao can't cause any trouble. You are the only daughter-in-law I acknowledge, and Fengyin only has eyes for you!"

Zhao's mother noticed that her daughter-in-law's expression was not good, and knew that it must be because of Su Yaoyao, so she quickly tried to comfort her.

My daughter-in-law is currently the Princess of Baoyun County. When the Empress's son becomes Emperor, he might bestow upon her the title of Princess, or at the very least, the title of County Princess!

In any case, the Zhao family and the royal family are inextricably linked. Just thinking about the future career prospects of the Zhao family makes Zhao's mother overjoyed!

Look how capable her current daughter-in-law is! She's far more capable than that arrogant young lady from a wealthy family!

Hearing Zhao's mother's words, He Wan felt much better, and she smiled and said:

"Mother, you're overthinking it. I haven't been thinking too much. Don't worry, I will definitely give birth to the Zhao family's eldest son and grandson safely!"

Upon hearing her daughter-in-law's words, Zhao's mother beamed with joy: "That's right! No one is more important than my eldest grandson!"

Having traveled more than halfway and getting closer to their destination, they came to a road lined with lush trees. Just then, the sounds of fighting came from the woods.

The sounds of fighting grew clearer, and the carriages of each family began to panic. The capital was very safe, and even the area outside the city was safe; murder and robbery were rarely heard of.

But that doesn't mean it doesn't exist.

Some carriages began to accelerate, while others, such as the Zhao family's, were unable to do so.

He Wan and Zhao's mother were both a little flustered. He Wan protected her belly while hiding in a corner of the carriage.

Zhao's mother also offered quiet words of comfort, though her voice trembled slightly.

"Wan, Wanwan, don't be afraid, I, I will definitely protect you!"

He Wan couldn't help but feel annoyed. She should have brought more attendants with her when she went out! Sure enough, nothing good ever happens when she runs into Su Yaoyao!

Just then, a man covered in blood suddenly ran out of the jungle, calling for help as he ran:

"Help! Help... Please, please save my master!"

The man called out for help to each of the carriages by the roadside, but no one paid any attention; they all wanted to get away from this place of trouble.

Yao Yao was awakened by the sound. Just then, the man ran to the Su family's carriage and knelt down to beg for help.

Yao Yao lifted the curtain, and her gaze met that of the person outside. Unexpectedly, that person mouthed something to Yao Yao.

Yao Yao instantly realized that the person was referring to Xiao.

"Chen Da and Wang Qing stay behind to protect me. The rest of you go with this passerby to rescue his master. You'll be richly rewarded when you return!"

Yao Yao immediately spoke to the attendants outside, her voice clear and crisp, attracting the attention of the people from the other carriages. They were surprised that someone would actually lend a helping hand at this moment.

Upon hearing her mistress's instructions, Guiyun became worried and anxiously said, "Miss! No..."

Guiyun had only said a few words when Yaoyao's gaze stopped her, and she immediately shut up.

He Wan looked over in confusion. She hadn't expected Su Yaoyao to be as foolish as ever. Even at a time like this, she still had the mind to save people!

"Yes!" No one refused their master's order, and the other six immediately followed the man into the jungle to rescue the people.

Apart from the Su family's carriage, which remained stationary, the other families all left upon seeing this.

Before the chaos reaches us, it's best to leave as quickly as possible.

Only a few people continued towards Zhenguo Temple; most of the carriages turned back, wondering if they would run into it again on their way back in the afternoon!

The Zhao family's carriage turned around and left. Upon hearing Su Yaoyao's voice, Zhao's mother frowned, her face filled with disgust.

"Su Yaoyao is so arrogant and conceited. Isn't she afraid of being kidnapped by bandits and made their wife?"

Zhao's mother said, pursing her lips.

After saying that, Zhao's mother covered her mouth and laughed, "A woman who has lost her chastity, even bandits wouldn't let her be their chieftain's wife. She'd be more like a plaything!"

He Wan also laughed, a mocking smile on her lips. It seemed that Su Yaoyao, who had been out of the public eye, would once again become a hot topic in the capital.

The topic of noble ladies becoming playthings of bandits will never be forgotten!

Not long after, the fighting in the woods stopped, but it was unclear which side had won.

Guiyun's body was tense. She tremblingly stretched out her hands, shielding Yaoyao in a protective posture.

Soon, several people ran out of the woods. Guiyun said happily, "Miss, that's great! It's Chen Er and his group!"

Only when they got closer did they realize that Sun Wei was carrying a masked man on his back.

"Please, kind young lady, save my master! My master has lost too much blood. Please take my master to Zhenguo Temple. Master Zhenyuan there has superb medical skills and will surely be able to save him!"

Yao Yao looked at those familiar eyes and brows, her heart clenched, and she said, "Okay, come up quickly!"