The only thing he couldn't ignore about this child was that he was his own offspring.

Apart from that, there's absolutely no family affection.

Yan Nangui nodded, thinking to himself that it would be a miracle if she agreed to go with him.

But she didn't say that it wasn't necessary.

“Furthermore… Third Sister… shouldn’t be living in the mansion anymore,” Yan Nanxu said.

Yan Lingyun nodded: "It's indeed inappropriate."

"How about we provide them with a property and let them move out?" Yan Nanxu said, glancing at Yan Nanji as he spoke.

Yan Nanji hadn't spoken until now, then nodded: "Okay."

He didn't know what to say. He felt somewhat estranged from his father and brother. As for his sister, he felt guilty, embarrassed, and distant.

They chatted for a while, but after all, men don't usually say much.

That's pretty much it, they're done.

Just then, the old lady invited us to take our seats, saying it was time to sit down.

It's really difficult to settle the eldest princess at this banquet.

Zou Shi had no good intentions; she wanted her to sit with her concubines.

The eldest princess naturally wouldn't come.

But Zou really knows how to be disgusting.

She then said in front of everyone, "It was my oversight. I shouldn't have come on this occasion. Never mind, go and tell them that the others in our room don't need to come either. Have someone send over a table of food. Fifth and Sixth Miss, you know what your aunt likes to eat, so make sure nothing is missing."

Ms. Zou still knows how to conduct herself.

Although she took in two daughters, she knew that it was impossible for them to sever their ties with their birth mother.

This is a slap in the face to the eldest princess, but it doesn't make the two girls feel that their birth mother has been wronged.

Yan Nangui watched silently, thinking to himself that Zou Shi had indeed improved compared to back then.

This banquet was, of course, incredibly exquisite and luxurious, needless to say.

Yan Nangui didn't come empty-handed; he brought gifts for the old lady, Madam Zou, and his sisters and sisters-in-law.

Nephews and nieces were also present, but Yan Lingyun and his two sons were not.

Because I didn't know what to bring.

However, Yan Nangui prepared it for his two concubines who were far away in Daiyang Pass.

The items have been distributed, and it's almost time. Although it wouldn't hurt to stay a little longer, there's no need.

So he got up and prepared to return to the palace.

Her return to her parents' home today was naturally accompanied by a large entourage. She was followed by a host of eunuchs, palace maids, and imperial guards.

Naturally, the Yan family also provided meals.

Now that everyone had eaten, it was time to get up and return to the palace.

The Yan family members all came out to see them off.

Once her carriage was out of sight, Yan Lingyun helped the old lady back to the mansion.

"Third Miss and Fourth Miss, you two come with me."

Yan Jinsi and Yan Jinfei exchanged a glance and had no choice but to follow.

Inside the old lady's room, Zou Shi and Yan Mingyun were also present.

Yan Mingyun usually doesn't get involved in things; at this time, he's just following his older brother.

Yan Nanxu and Lady Yin, and Yan Nanji and Lady Yang are all here.

As soon as she sat down, Yan Jinsi said, "Since we're discussing something, why don't you call me Mother?" She frowned as she saw that everyone was there except for one person.

Yan Lingyun frowned, glanced at her a few times, and waved her hand: "Go and invite Meng Junxian as well."

Before long, the eldest princess and Meng Junxian entered one after the other.

Rong Ning entered without offering any greetings and simply sat down.

She no longer speaks to the Yan family, and her only regret is that she doesn't even have a residence.

Are we to move to the estate?

“Now that everyone is here, I’ll speak. I plan to have Fourth Miss come with me to Daiyang Pass. Things aren’t looking too good in the capital right now. Once we’re in Daiyang Pass, it’ll be easier to arrange a marriage for her in two or three years,” Yan Lingyun said directly.

"What kind of place is Daiyang Pass? What good marriage opportunities can there be there?" The eldest princess frowned.

"What good is Fourth Sister's reputation now that she's staying in the capital? It's all because of you, who made the decision on your own and ruined the marriages of two girls," the old lady said.

“More than two…” Zou snorted, not finishing her sentence.

"Sister-in-law, there's no need to bring up the past," Yan Lingyun said.

"Uncle is right, I will definitely not say it again. I just spoke too quickly." Mrs. Zou quickly admitted her mistake.

“Brother’s plan is excellent. Going to Daiyang Pass doesn’t necessarily mean you have to marry there. It just means you need your sister-in-law to take care of you for a few years. Otherwise, what kind of family can you find in the capital? Let me be frank, the royal family… I’m afraid they can’t marry you. And no matter how good the young men outside are, they wouldn’t dare to propose to you,” Yan Mingyun said.

That's the truth.

But Rong Ning would not agree, and how could Yan Jinfei be willing to accept it?

She just lowered her head and didn't say anything.

After a long while, Yan Nanxu asked again, "Fourth sister, what do you think? Tell me yourself."

Yan Jinfei looked up: "I don't want to go."

Yan Lingyun stared at her: "Have you thought this through?"

Yan Jinfei took a deep breath: "If I can't get married, I'll live with my mother for the rest of my life. I don't want to go."

Just as everyone was about to try to persuade her again, Yan Lingyun said, "Alright, Fourth Miss has ambition. Let's leave it at that."

Rong Ning felt a lump in her throat, and she couldn't let it out.

“Third Miss and her husband can’t stay at home for long. I plan to set up some household property for you to manage yourselves, and then you can move out,” Yan Lingyun said calmly.

"I am willing," Meng Junxian said.

Yan Jin thought it over, but eventually nodded and said, "I'm willing too."

Finally, one of them was sensible. Yan Lingyun nodded and said, "Although Meng Junxian's official career is over, he is still a prince consort. His life won't be too difficult. Your child is capable of taking the imperial examination. Raise him well."

"Yes." Yan Jinsi nodded and took a deep breath.

Don't even mention that Meng Junxian is uncomfortable living here; how can she be comfortable herself?

This house is no longer the same as it used to be.

"You all go ahead. Mingyun, come here. Meng Junxian, come to the study later, I also have something to say to you." With that, Yan Lingyun got up and left.

Before long, the two brothers were sitting and talking in the study.

“I know a little about what my sister-in-law is thinking when she raises those two children. I can’t tell her, but you should know. I already feel so sorry for Consort Yan struggling alone in the palace. Our family can’t send another one in. If anyone dares to cause trouble, I will not let them off,” Yan Lingyun said.

"Don't worry, elder brother, none of her plans will succeed. I've already arranged a marriage for Fifth Miss, but she doesn't know. She'll just have to wait until she's of marriageable age. It's not up to her. Sixth Miss will also be engaged later. The reason I agreed to give her away was so that the children could have a good background." Although Yan Mingyun didn't usually manage household affairs, he wasn't a fool.

After Yan Mingyun left, Yan Lingyun ordered someone to bring a horsewhip.

Before Meng Junxian could speak, Yan Lingyun said, "Kneel down."

It's not unusual for a son-in-law to kneel before his father-in-law, so he quickly knelt down as well.

Yan Lingyun looked at his face and sneered, "Close the door!"

Someone will naturally go and close the door; those who come back are all personal guards, so there's no need to remind them or for anyone to report.