Ye Zhen left the Mo Academy but did not return to his own courtyard.

She infiltrated the mansion of a first-rank general, the home of her mother, Ye Jinghong, which should have been her home as well.

After her mother died in battle, her cousin Ye Wantang brought her uncle and aunt to the general's mansion, and the three of them reunited at Ye Zhen's home.

Ye Zhen also stayed here after returning to Beijing.

However, at that time, her aunt arranged an extremely remote courtyard for Ye Zhen on the grounds that they were guests, and rarely let her leave the courtyard.

However, Ye Zhen's keen senses as a martial artist allowed her to quickly figure out the defenses of the mansion, and thus, she successfully found her way to the room of the Ye family couple.

Inside the room, Ye Zhengqing was holding a book, looking rather bored, while a maid was helping Madam Wang remove her hairpins.

After communicating with the maid, Wang dismissed her maid, walked up behind Ye Zhengqing, and took the book from his hand.

"My lord, it's late, let's get some rest."

Ye Zhengqing rolled his eyes imperceptibly, a hint of resistance flashing across his face.

After nearly twenty years of marriage, even if his wife was incredibly beautiful back then, he would eventually grow tired of her.

Besides, her looks are just so-so.

But in recent years, the Wang family has become as ruthless as wolves and tigers.

Ye Zhengqing really didn't want to deal with it, but unfortunately, the Wang family now had Ye Wantang backing them up.

He was hoping his daughter would help him ascend to the throne, so he couldn't openly displease Lady Wang.

I had no choice but to start a conversation, “I haven’t been sleeping well lately, I keep dreaming about either Grandpa or my little sister.”

They're after me, I can't sleep at night, I'm exhausted, and I have a terrible headache. I'm even making mistakes while doing my job during the day.

He concealed the disgust in his eyes, grasped Wang's hand, and said, "Madam, could you stay at the temple for a few days to help me resolve this?"

Otherwise, I'm really worried they'll torture me to death if things continue like this."

Wang went to the temple, out of sight and out of mind, and at least he could have a few days of peace and quiet.

Women can be exceptionally perceptive at times, and Wang saw through his thoughts.

He snorted, "The old man couldn't do anything to you when he was alive. He's been dead for almost twenty years now, he must have been reincarnated long ago. It's amazing that you can still dream about him."

As for your sister, who has killed countless people, she's probably already in hell; she wouldn't have the time to seek revenge on you.

If they wanted to take lives, they would have done so long ago.

Don't think she can't see through his rejection.

But her daughter is the legitimate daughter of a first-rank general, the descendant of a meritorious official, and the first noble lady who was betrothed to the crown prince by the emperor and will become the daughter-in-law of the royal family in the future.

Her daughter's success today is entirely due to her wisdom and decisiveness back then, which allowed her daughter to take over Ye Zhen's identity in time.

She is a meritorious member of the Ye family and a future member of the royal family. Why should she have to compromise on her basic needs?

"Wantang wants a younger brother so that her family will have someone to rely on when she gets married in the future. For this reason, she has gone to great lengths to find a famous doctor for me."

Does the master intend to disappoint his daughter's good intentions, or does he not want the Ye family to have an heir?

She originally had a son and a daughter, but for her son's future, she sent her young son to Ye Jinghong's side.

She had hoped that her son would take over his aunt's job in the future, but unexpectedly, Ye Jinghong failed to protect her son, and he died in battle.

She injured her body when she gave birth to Wan Tang and never conceived again.

After her son died, she had been trying to recover her health, hoping to have another son to rely on.

Ye Zhengqing was not very cooperative.

She gave a cold laugh. "Or is it that Master has grown tired of me and has found someone else?"

Ye Zhengqing's expression changed, and he quickly said, "Don't think nonsense."

I'm really just lacking energy lately. I never had any extramarital affairs when I was younger, so why would I have one now that I'm this old?

Wang snorted coldly and remained silent.

If it weren't for the risks of seeking other men, she would be willing to shamelessly ask for their favor.

"In that case, I will have Wan Tang dismiss that doctor tomorrow. Does the master think I like drinking that bitter medicine?"

I am doing this all for you, my lord, and for Wan Tang.

No matter how noble a woman's marriage is, she still needs a family to rely on; you and I can't be with her forever.

But since you, sir, don't consider Wan Tang's feelings at all, why should I demean myself like this?

She used her daughter to threaten her.

Ye Zhengqing felt disgusted, but outwardly he tried to appease her, saying, "Madam has truly misunderstood."

He put his arm around Wang's shoulder, led her to the bedside, and kissed her...

Ye Zhen sat on the roof, covering his ears and gazing at the night sky.

She was born shortly after her maternal grandfather died, and then her aunt fell ill, so the Ye family found a Taoist priest to enter their home.

The Taoist priest predicted that her fate clashed with that of the capital, and that she was not fortunate enough to bear the wealth and luxury of the capital. He said she needed to be sent to the countryside to be raised in a more rudimentary manner until she came of age.

Otherwise, she would not only bring misfortune to her family, but she would also have difficulty supporting herself.

Previously, it was thought that the couple were foolish, believing the words of a Taoist priest. After learning about her background, they believed that the prophecy was just an excuse for them to send her away.

But judging from Ye Zhengqing's words, could it be that my maternal grandfather's death was also their doing?

Inside the room, Ye Zhengqing sat up abruptly, his expression awkward. "Is Madam trustworthy now?"

Before even half a cup of tea had been brewed, her carefully prepared bathing time had been wasted, and Wang felt a surge of irritation.

But knowing that such a thing was a blow to a man's pride, he suppressed his displeasure and said, "I will ask a doctor to examine the master tomorrow."

But the matter of going to the temple will have to wait a few days; someone from the Marquis's residence came today.

Ye Zhengqing, unaware of this, hurriedly asked, "What brings people from the Marquis's residence here?"

"Hmph, isn't it all because of your good niece? She's quite capable, not only did she return safely, but she also gained the favor of the Marquis of Zhongyong and was put in charge of the household."

Miss Xie wouldn't be content with that, so naturally she wants us to take action.

Wang got out of bed, wearing a wide robe. "Wantang said that Ye Zhen must not be allowed to live. I need to take care of Ye Zhen's matter first."

Ye Zhengqing's mind raced. "Does the Marquis of Zhongyong trust her so much?"

Marquis Zhongyong is a key minister by His Majesty's side. Ye Zhen was married to him in order to curry favor with him.

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