Jiang Qinyu was completely unaware of what had happened in Dingshui Village. When she opened her eyes again, it was already dark.

"Madam... oh no, His Highness said that we should address you as Princess Consort from now on," Yunzhu said as she pushed open the door, carrying a tray with food on it. "Princess Consort, you're awake?"

Jiang Qinyu pulled the blanket up a little uncomfortably, and asked with feigned composure, "Where... is the Prince?"

Since Lu Yanzheng has already instructed his servants to change their address, it means that he himself has also accepted the identity of the Northwest King.

"His Highness has gone to deal with the imperial edict. He asked me to tell the Princess that he will handle this matter, so you don't need to worry about it anymore," Yunzhu said with a smile.

Jiang Qinyu got dressed and got out of bed. Her legs felt a little weak when her feet touched the ground, and she almost fell. She had to grab the edge of the bed to steady herself.

Yunzhu covered her mouth and chuckled. Jiang Qinyu blushed slightly and could only pretend not to see it. After regaining her balance, she went to the table and sat down.

She hadn't eaten all day, and she was so hungry she could eat a whole cow.

Jiang Qinyu ate all the food that Yunzhu brought her before her stomach finally felt less hungry.

"Where are the young master and young lady?" Jiang Qinyu pushed the bowl away and asked instead.

Yunzhu smiled and said, "Young Master and Miss are following the Prince. They said they want to learn how the Prince handles things so that they can share the Princess's burdens in the future."

Jiang Qinyu smiled upon hearing this, "They are indeed thoughtful."

"Yes, it hasn't been in vain that Your Highness has done so much for them." Yunzhu was happy for Jiang Qinyu.

After all, there are many ungrateful people in this world, and very few who know how to be grateful.

The princess treats her son and daughter with utmost sincerity, better than many families treat their own children. If the two of them do not know how to repay the princess, then it would truly be a waste of her kindness.

As the master and servant were talking, Lu Yanzheng arrived with Shufan and Pan'er.

Jiang Qinyu glanced at Lu Yanzheng quickly before looking away, and took Pan'er's hand, asking the two children, "Have your studies been delayed? Didn't Teacher Qin assign you any homework today?"

At this time of day, the two children would usually be doing their homework, but today they were with Lu Yanzheng, which is why Jiang Qinyu asked this question.

Pan'er and Shufan nodded together. Pan'er said, "Don't worry, Aunt. We've finished all the homework that Teacher Qin assigned. Today, it was also Teacher Qin who supported us in following Uncle."

Qin Ziyi's teaching method has always been based on practice. Shufan and Pan'er's status is not that of ordinary people. Although this incident is a crisis, it is also a good opportunity for them to train.

"Oh? Then let me ask, what have you all learned?" Jiang Qinyu asked casually.

Pan'er's eyes were somewhat bewildered, as if she didn't know what to say.

Shu Fan glanced at Lu Yanzheng and saw him nod slightly, so he said, "Uncle said that to thwart someone else's conspiracy, the most important thing is to do two things."

"Which two points?" Jiang Qinyu raised her eyes and met Lu Yanzheng's smiling gaze. She quickly lowered her eyes and mentally spat at him.

What's wrong with this guy's eyes?

But thinking about what she did last night, Jiang Qinyu really wished she could turn back time. Why did she have to show off last night? She did take the initiative at first, but later... well, let's not talk about that embarrassing history.

"First, reveal the truth and expose the conspiracy to the light of day; second, base your arguments on facts and let the people make comparisons," Shu Fan said clearly.

Jiang Qinyu raised an eyebrow and couldn't help but glance at Lu Yanzheng again.

That's impressive. This person is truly generous, teaching children only the most basic logic, without any other fancy stuff.

"Alright, your aunt is tired," Lu Yanzheng patted Shufan and Pan'er's heads. "Go back and rest first, and come back when you feel better."

The two children obediently went out, and Yunzhu also retreated with the tray.

Outside, Pan'er followed Yunzhu closely and whispered, "Sister Yunzhu, will Uncle and Aunt have a little brother or sister if they get together?"

Yunzhu chuckled, then nodded and said, "Yes, as long as the prince and princess are together often, our household will soon have a young master."

"That's wonderful!" Pan'er clapped her hands and grinned from ear to ear. "Pan'er is going to have a younger brother or sister!"

Shu Fan shook his head and chuckled from behind, but seeing his sister so happy, he didn't say anything.

Although he didn't know how adults could have children, he was sure it wasn't as simple as Sister Yunzhu had said.

However, he also really wanted his aunt to give him a younger brother or sister. His own sister was hopeless, but his aunt's younger brother or sister would definitely be very smart. Then he would take good care of his younger brother or sister and they would all be filial to their aunt and uncle.

Inside the room, Jiang Qinyu, completely unaware of the two children's thoughts, was being forcibly pulled onto Lu Yanzheng's lap with a look of embarrassment on her face. She tried to push him away with her hands in front of her, asking, "What are you doing?"

"I haven't seen you for four hours. I miss you and want to hug you." Lu Yanzheng suddenly kissed her on the cheek and whispered in her ear.

Jiang Qinyu's face flushed instantly, and she reached out to cover his mouth, "What nonsense are you talking about?"

Is it okay to say something like that so casually?

“I’m not making this up. If you don’t believe me, feel it…” Lu Yanzheng took her hand and placed it on his chest. “Look, it’s beating for you.”

Jiang Qinyu blushed again, but after last night's lesson, she dared not act rashly again. She could only glare at him reproachfully, "Stop being so cheeky. Tell me, what are you planning to do?"

"About the notice?" Lu Yanzheng raised an eyebrow, a deep smile in his eyes.

He knew she was shy, since she would always instinctively avoid the topic of marital matters, but he still liked to tease her like this. Her blushing face was so cute, like a ripe peach that made people want to devour it whole.

Jiang Qinyu could tell from his eyes that he wasn't thinking about anything serious, so she turned her head away angrily, "Fine, don't tell me then!"

“Tell me, Madam has already asked, how could I not tell you?” Lu Yanzheng quickly coaxed, “Besides, I was originally planning to tell you anyway.”

If he hadn't instructed him, Shu Fan wouldn't have said those words just now.

Jiang Qinyu gave a soft hum, pretending to ignore him, but her ears were secretly perked up.

"Just as Shufan just said, we only need to do two things now: expose the court's conspiracy to issue such a proclamation, and list the things you have done for the people so that they can compare and judge for themselves."

"I believe the people have discerning eyes, and they won't all be led by the nose by the court," Lu Yanzheng said in a deep voice.

He has already drafted a new proclamation and had it sent overnight to all the prefectures and counties in the four northwestern states. Within seven days, this matter will be settled.

Jiang Qinyu pondered. Lu Yanzheng was right. Not all the people were fools. It wouldn't be so easy for the court to force the title of "monster" on her.