Chapter 299 Sweet Burden

Wei Qingyan's eyes turned slightly, and he guessed the two meanings of the emperor's question.

First, if the third sister marries Lin Lanting, it will be a closer relationship. With this additional marriage relationship, if she really encounters any problems in Fengzhao in the future, even if Lin Lanting does not stand on Shi Yu's side, she will not oppose him either.

This will be beneficial for their future trip to Fengzhao, and it is equivalent to Wei having an extra pair of eyes in Fengzhao.

However, the royal family ultimately let down the Wei family, and my father was worried that my third sister would harbor resentment towards the royal family and, in that case, side with Feng Zhao, which would be detrimental to the Great Wei.

Since this is a matter of national security, the emperor would think a lot, and Wei Qingyan could understand.

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“I didn’t have much contact with my third sister, but she was raised by my grandmother.

Back then, my grandmother was able to support my father and follow Shi Dehou for the stability of the world. Even though she knew that Shi Dehou was suspicious of the Wei family, she still remained loyal to the court for the overall situation. This shows that my grandmother has an extraordinary mind.

Your Majesty, I believe that my third sister, who was raised by my grandmother, would never betray the country, even if she had personal grudges. Otherwise, she would not have done nothing all these years."

The emperor was not annoyed when his daughter saw through his thoughts, "Since ancient times, not many emperors have lived long lives, most of them because they worry too much, but they cannot help but think.

From what you said, you hope that she and Lin Lanting will be together?"

Wei Qingyan was worried that the emperor would intervene.

Once the emperor intervenes, the two countries will be married, and Lin Lanting and Wei Shijun will definitely be tied together.

Marriage is like a woman's second life, and she hopes that her third sister can have the opportunity to make her own choice.

"Father, please let Third Sister accompany me on Feng Zhao's trip. If she and General Lin are destined to be together, then let nature take its course. If not, forcing them together will only make them a couple with grudges, which will be detrimental."

The emperor saw that Wei Qingyan wanted to protect Wei Lao San.

But the Fengzhao royal family looks simple, but there has always been blood and rain behind the imperial power since ancient times. If Wei Lao San can make Lin Lanting fall in love with Shi Yu and Qing Yan, it would be fine.

If I fail, and instead implicate Qingyan and the others, then the gain will be counterproductive.

Thinking of this, he decided to follow Wei Qingyan's wishes, "As you say."

After Wei Qingyan came out of the palace, he went to the Wei Mansion and told Wei Shijun about this matter. Knowing that he would accompany him to Fengzhao, Wei Shijun was not opposed to it.

"I know you won't let that bastard Shi Dehou go. If I follow you, I'll definitely find him."

She must see Shi Dehou die with her own eyes.

"To be honest, I did have some resentment towards the royal family in the past, but now that I know that the emperor and Shi Dehou are not on the same page, I only resent Shi Dehou."

Wei Qingyan would come in person today, and Wei Shijun guessed her intention.

After all, the fact that Lin Lanting's nephew and uncle moved into the Wei family's house could not be concealed from the emperor. It involved princes and ministers from other countries, and the emperor did not intervene. She knew that Wei Qingyan was involved.

Since her younger sister was willing to protect her, she was also willing to treat her with sincerity. "Father died to protect the Great Wei. We, the Wei family, should hope for peace in the world and prosperity of the Great Wei. Only then would father's life be more worthwhile."

Seeing that she was outgoing, Wei Qingyan asked about her and Lin Lanting.

Wei Shijun sighed, "I want to slap myself twice now."

"Why?" Wei Qingyan raised his eyebrows slightly, curious.

There were only the two sisters in the room. Wei Shijun told Wei Qingyan her original intention of saving Lin Lanting, and sighed again, "Who knew it would end up like this, saving someone and actually saving two big and small scoundrels."

Even though he had been a man for more than ten years, Wei Qingyan was shocked when he heard her idea. After a long while, he gave her a thumbs up and said, "Third sister is awesome. I admire you."

If the situation happened to her, she wouldn't dare to do it.

Wei Shijun glanced at her and said, "You were raised by Wei Xiaojian and your father according to the secular etiquette, while I was raised by my grandmother.

Besides, I don't plan to get married, but I'm not opposed to having my own children, so this is the only way."

The Wei Xiaojian she was referring to was Madam Wei. She did not hide her hatred for her at all, and therefore disliked Wei Wanyi. She had avoided seeing Wei Wanyi whenever she brought her children to visit her these days.

If Wei Qingyan was not Madam Wei's child and was also a victim of her abuse, she would not have paid any attention to Wei Qingyan.

Seeing Wei Qingyan's shock, she actually smiled at her and pushed Wei Qingyan's shoulder. "After all, you have something to do with my having this idea. I don't care. You have to help me get rid of them."

Especially the little one, it's so annoying.

Wei Qingyan suppressed his laughter and asked, "You really have no feelings for Lin Lanting?"

Anyway, she felt that there were some problems with Lin Lanting. Even if Xiao Zhian used his status as a prince to force him to live in the Wei family, he would still have a way to return to the inn.

Grandmother didn't chase them away, which showed that she was willing to let things take their own course. However, in order to avoid suspicion, the eldest sister let Gong Jun and his brother move in.

(Brother Gong Jun, we are just bricks, we can be moved wherever we are needed.)

Wei Shijun shook her head, "Marriage is impossible."

If she just wanted a child, she could consider it, but it was obvious that Feng Zhao's people were too difficult to deal with, and she was too lazy to provoke them. Besides, a three-legged toad was not easy to find, but a two-legged man was not easy to find.

Seeing her resolute attitude, and the fact that although they had only met briefly, Wei Shijun was very familiar with her, Wei Qingyan finally asked, "Why doesn't Third Sister want to get married?"

Wei Shijun's face was slightly gloomy, and she tapped Wei Qingyan's forehead, "What's good about being married? You're controlled everywhere, and you have to serve your man. Otherwise, it's like your guy is so clingy, you don't have any freedom at all, and it's like there's a follower following you around.

Oh, let’s not talk about this. Anyway, I’ll give you three days to help me get rid of them, otherwise I will live in your Prince Rong’s mansion.”

On the other side, Xiao Zhian worriedly asked, "Will the Third Miss ask my sister-in-law to chase us away?"

Lin Lanting closed his eyes and said nothing.

He muttered to himself, pacing around the room, "What if my sister-in-law wants to kick us out? No, I will never go back to the inn before the third lady agrees.

But if my sister-in-law asks me, I can’t refuse. I have to think of a way…”

"Are you afraid of your sister-in-law?" Lin Lanting was annoyed by his nagging and asked.

"My sister-in-law is so nice to me. I can't refuse someone who is nice to me." Xiao Zhian grinned and said, "This is called a sweet burden."

"I've been good to you for so many years, why don't you seem to feel any burden?" Lin Lanting rolled his eyes.

Xiao Zhian happened to see it, and he clapped his hands, "Oh, I said you two were destined to be together. Look, it's only been a short time, and you're already rolling your eyes like the third girl. What's that called? The wife follows the husband's lead, right?"

Lin Lanting's face turned dark.

These days, Wei Shijun often comes over, and whenever she quarrels with Xiao Zhian, she likes to roll her eyes, and he has learned her habit without realizing it.

"Uncle, you like the third lady, right? Otherwise you wouldn't stay. Just admit it." Xiao Zhian's eyes were burning.

Lin Lanting closed his eyes, too lazy to pay attention to him.

He stayed because he was indeed afraid that Xiao Zhian would do something reckless, and secondly, because he discovered that the envoy, Lord Chu, had secretly sent people to investigate Cao Yizhao.

Lord Chu must have done this under the Queen's orders. Then why would the Queen investigate Cao Yizhao in such detail? And why did she avoid him?

Is she worried that he will discover something, or is the Queen hiding something again?

He then decided to stay at the Wei family to see what Lord Chu would do.

However, he did not dislike Miss Wei San. Her words and deeds were aloof, free and lively, unlike the ordinary noble ladies who were shy and timid, each of them like a replica of a wooden stake.

He even inexplicably saw a little bit of himself in her, and if she needed it, he could arrange a marriage for her.

Anyway, for him, marrying anyone is the same. Rather than marrying the cunning daughter of Feng Zhao, a girl like Miss Wei San, who is upright and a little silly, is indeed more reassuring.

However, judging from the third lady's expression, she was not satisfied with him. To be more precise, she was not satisfied with his identity.

Because that day at the pond, when he suggested that he could grant the third lady one thing, her eyes clearly lit up.

According to what he had learned in the past few days, what the third girl needed most right now was marriage. He thought that what the third girl was thinking about that day by the pond was probably related to this.

It was only after knowing his identity that her attitude changed. Why?

Did she dislike Feng Zhaoyuan? Or did she dislike wealthy families?

Xiao Zhian didn't know what Lin Lanting was thinking. He was still pacing, worried that Wei Qingyan would come looking for him. But then he heard the guard come to report that his sister-in-law had left in a hurry, as if something had happened.