Xie Tingzhou is not at home.

After dropping Ye Zhen off in the morning, he led his men to dismantle the old princess's hidden forces.

He barely made it back just before going to court.

When I returned, I saw Ye Zhen sitting at the table, head propped up by his hand, lost in thought.

"Why aren't you asleep? Did something happen?"

When Ye Zhen saw him return, her eyes reddened.

Although worried about her master, she remained rational and knew the dangers and troubles of trespassing into the palace, so she waited here.

I want to understand things clearly before making any plans.

While waiting, I couldn't help but think about many things.

"What's wrong?"

Xie Tingzhou hurriedly stepped forward.

Ye Zhen sniffed and told her about Yin Jiu Niang, "My master has been so kind to me, I can never repay him in this lifetime."

Xie Azhao, no matter what means I have to use, I want my master to live a good life.

"So that's how it is."

Xie Tingzhou breathed a slight sigh of relief.

When the family was infected with smallpox, he stole the Blood Lotus Rejuvenating Pill to prevent Ye Zhen from getting vaccinated. Later, Ye Zhen recovered, so the medicine was no longer needed.

He didn't deliberately tell Ye Zhen the name of the medicine.

Now that Yin Jiuniang needs it, he will certainly not be stingy.

However, after hearing Ye Zhen's words, he couldn't help but ask, "What if it hurts your life?"

Ye Zhen replied without hesitation, “My master is like my parents. Even crows and sparrows know to feed their parents, so how can I back down?”

But thinking of all that Xie Tingzhou had done to revive her, she hugged him and said, "Ah Zhao, I will also cherish my own life."

Because I know I'm not just myself anymore, I have you too, and I will try my best to protect myself.

Thinking about it this way, Ye Zhen felt that he had too many debts to repay: his master, Xie Azhao, Yinyue and the others, and the Marquis of Zhongyong.

At the same time, she felt happy because she received so much love and kindness.

Xie Tingzhou patted Ye Zhen's head, "It's not like I spoiled you for nothing, you still know how to consider me."

If Ye Zhen disregarded everything and risked everything for Yin Jiu Niang, he would feel uncomfortable.

At this point, Xie Tingzhou finally understood why there were so many jealous dramas in the world.

He couldn't help but smile and shake his head.

He was just an ordinary person, with emotions and desires, and with greed, anger, and ignorance.

Not wanting to worry Ye Zhen any more, she led him to the hidden compartment where the items were kept, took out a box, and handed it to Ye Zhen.

Here, that's what you wanted.

Ye Zhen was surprised, "How did you get this?"

Xie Tingzhou then explained about getting the medicine, saying, "The Empress is perfectly healthy."

It was because the emperor loved her that he found this medicine for her as a precaution. Now that he himself has someone he loves, he understands the empress's feelings when she protected the emperor back then.

The hatred of the past years gradually dissipated as I learned the truth. "Once I return to the palace, I will find another opportunity to concoct some medicine to nourish her body."

Thinking that the difficult problem had been solved, Ye Zhen gratefully kissed Xie Tingzhou on the cheek.

Xie Tingzhou then sat down on the chair with the person in his arms, saying, "I'm exhausted from a night's work. I won't go to court today. I'll stay with you for a while longer."

Once we return to the palace, it won't be as convenient to meet again as it is at the Marquis's residence.

With her major concerns resolved, Ye Zhen wasn't in a hurry to leave. She rested her head on his shoulder, and the two nestled together, enjoying a peaceful moment.

Inside the General's Mansion, Ye Wantang's situation was not so good.

Wang did not send any money yesterday.

"Take your men with you today and make sure you bring all the money."

Ye Wantang gave orders to Tan Ge with a fierce expression.

When she was in her prime, Ye Zhengqing and Wang Shi fawned over her and doted on her in everything. Now that she is in trouble, her biological parents have abandoned her.

In Ye Wantang's view, if it weren't for her, Wang would not have so much money. Therefore, what she wanted back was nothing more than her own property.

Tan Ge arrived at the Ye family early in the morning, but did not see Wang Shi.

The steward said that as soon as the city gates opened, Wang went to the temple to pray for blessings and would stay there for two more days.

Tan Ge had no choice but to go back and report the truth.

"Why are you praying for blessings at this time? And for whom are you praying?"

Ye Wantang frowned, thinking that Wang was probably deliberately avoiding her.

Then he sent Tan Ge to find Ye Zhengqing and have Ye Zhengqing get the money from Wang Shi.

Like her, Ye Zhengqing was hoping to find Shi Yan as soon as possible, and what he wanted was Wang's private savings. Ye Wantang thought Ye Zhengqing would definitely cooperate.

She never imagined that Wang would secretly leave the capital with her money, because she knew how much Wang valued power.

Tan Ge waited until evening before Ye Zhengqing returned to the mansion.

After explaining the situation, Ye Zhengqing did not refuse. He called over the head maid in Wang's courtyard and said, "Give Miss Wang some money. When Madam returns, I will talk to her."

However, the steward informed them that Wang had taken all the money.

What does she need so much money for?

Ye Zhengqing was suspicious.

He's been busy dealing with the Li family lately and figuring out how to distance himself from Ye Zhen, so he really hasn't had time to pay attention to Wang.

"Madam said she wanted to donate more incense to pray to the Bodhisattva to bless the Ye family and the master."

Ye Zhengqing had a general understanding of Wang's private property. He knew that Wang hadn't been so generous when she went to the temple to worship Buddha before.

He couldn't help but become suspicious, so he went to Wang's room himself.

The box used to hold jewelry was empty, and the antique paintings and calligraphy on the display shelf were gone.

They opened the cabinets and chests again and rummaged through them; everything of value was gone.

What's going on?

The head maid looked bewildered. "Madam said that Master has been traveling around a lot lately and is working very hard."

She wanted to share your burden, so she had the old servant pawn all the valuables, converting them into silver notes so that the master could use them for favors.

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