His Majesty, being benevolent, naturally spoke gently and reassured the emperor.
He also received many gifts from the Empress.
King Qishan even sent a large amount of medicinal herbs to Prince Huai's residence to apologize.
However, they were all thrown out.
On the surface, the incident on the Emperor's birthday seemed to have passed.
But beneath the surface, undercurrents are surging.
Some long-dormant fronts are about to be ignited.
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Fenglelou.
In a secluded room, Prince Xiao Heng of Qin was staring at a lotus-shaped incense burner.
The person in front of him sat cross-legged on the wooden couch.
Sit down with your eyes closed.
Flowers swayed by the window, casting shadows on his face.
Xiao Heng laughed: "Zen Master, what's wrong? Is your wife so strict that you can't meditate at home?"
The person in front of him did not react at all.
After a cup of tea, he finished his meditation.
He opened his eyes, his gaze as cold and sharp as frost, suddenly pouring forth.
"We can start the matter concerning King Huai now. We can get it out of the mouths of those few Southern Chu pawns who were left in the Eastern Palace."
Xiao Heng smiled and said, "It's a little ahead of schedule, but that's not a big deal. However—"
He looked the person in front of him up and down.
"I heard that your new wife was humiliated at a banquet in the palace yesterday. Are you trying to avenge her?"
Yun Wuyi remained silent.
The black stone prayer beads hanging from his wrist reflected against his fair skin, making him appear exceptionally cold and aloof.
Just like the color of his eyes.
Although he didn't speak, it was as if he had.
Xiao Heng: "Alright, alright, I know. King Huai is immoral and should have died long ago."
He leaned closer to him, grinning, and asked:
"Your Highness, if I am ever bullied, could you help me get revenge?"
Yun Wuyi pushed his face away.
The prayer beads on her wrist swayed slightly.
“Your Highness may avenge yourself. To blaspheme the true dragon is a crime punishable by death.”
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Since the palace banquet.
Qi Su didn't go anywhere and stayed at the mansion to recover from her injury for several days, since she had "injured her ankle" and couldn't move around easily.
Until she received a letter.
He invited the Princess of Qishan to offer incense at Ciyun Temple.
The letter was sent in the name of Qi Erniangzi.
But inside, it was the handwriting of the eldest son of the Qi family.
Qi Yuanlang only said that he wanted to say some things to Qi Su in person and asked her to make time for him.
The original owner had a very good impression of the eldest brother of the Qi family.
It was him who brought the original owner and Aunt Ji back from the countryside back then, and took meticulous care of them along the way.
There was no oversight due to Aunt Ji's status.
Later, Qi Su caused a stir in Ganjing, and her elder brother cleaned up the mess for her more than once.
Even her marriage to Jincheng was carefully chosen by her elder brother from among a group of scumbags.
They chose a family that was well-off and seemed suitable.
As for her later misfortunes, they cannot be attributed to her elder brother.
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One day later, at Ciyun Temple.
Qi Su was unaware that among the carriages of the pilgrims, one had secretly followed her.
I saw her enter the temple's scripture library.
The old woman turned to instruct the maid beside her.
"Go, proceed according to plan. Take your things and go find that fat monk in the dining hall."
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The third floor of the Sutra Repository.
Hearing footsteps, the man in blue turned around and looked at the woman who was stepping onto the last step.
After removing her heavy makeup, the woman's bare face was adorned with just a touch of rouge.
She looked like a lotus flower washed by water, pure and beautiful beyond compare. Her features almost perfectly matched the face in my memory.
Qi Yuanlang wore a complicated expression.
"Third Sister, it really is you."
The woman laughed.
"It's me, big brother."
I had expected it to be her, but I didn't expect her to actually come, so I didn't know what to say.
Qi Yuanlang remained silent for a moment.
"I've come to apologize to you."
Qi Su tilted her head, "An apology?"
Qi Yuanlang's voice was strained.
"...My family told me about what happened before. They were the ones who were wrong."
The second wife and her mother were selfish, foolish, and short-sighted, and they made many mistakes.
I apologize on their behalf, and I hope you, Third Sister, will not blame me.
Qi Su stared at him intently.
He suddenly sighed.
Qi Yuanlang quickly tried to salvage the situation.
"If you want anything, Third Sister, or if there's anything you want to do, I will do my best to make it happen."
Qi Su shook her head.
"No, I just feel that although my brother says he is selfish and foolish, he is still doing things to protect them."
This kind of familial affection is truly enviable.
Qi Yuanlang was speechless.
This is certainly family.
However, Qi Su, the third daughter of the Earl's family, did not receive such treatment.
From the very beginning to the very end, she felt like an outsider.
Even if Qi Yuanlang treated her well, it was only because of his character, not because of familial affection.
…
Qi Su found a cushion under the bookshelf and sat down.
Then she looked at Qi Yuanlang.
"I thought my brother wanted money from me."
"You want money?"
Qi Su gave a half-smile.
"Yes, didn't they tell you? When they wanted to capture me and take me back to be dealt with, I extorted a lot of money from them. I've already bought off all family ties."
Qi Yuanlang...
Qi Su smiled faintly.
"Therefore, elder brother, there is no need for you to apologize to me. I and the Marquis of Changping are already even."
Qi Yuanlang nodded.
"Third Sister, you've grown up a lot."
Qi Su smiled: "Isn't that right? Now I understand many things. Besides, I've remarried. I even recognize my husband, the Prince of Qishan."
Qi Yuanlang's expression became complicated again.
"...I recognize it."
Qi Su tilted her head and looked at him.
He knew that his doubts stemmed from his fear that she would retaliate again.
“Brother, don’t worry. Since I’ve already said we’re even, I won’t bother you anymore. My husband isn’t the kind of person who’s unreasonable.”
Qi Yuanlang nodded.
"So... does he treat you well?"
Qi Su laughed.
“I’m Princess Anle now, how could he not treat me well?”
Qi Yuanlang: "Okay, okay."
He cupped his hands in a respectful gesture, offering his heartfelt wishes.
"May the Princess enjoy all her wishes fulfilled, and live a long and healthy life. May the Prince of Qishan and his wife live in harmony and peace year after year."
His meaning was that from now on, the bridge should remain a bridge, and the road should remain a road, with no further connection between them.
Qi Su nodded.
"OK."
After apologizing and resolving all past grievances, Qi Yuanlang offered a few words of blessing before preparing to leave.
Step out of this door.
She was the elegant and graceful Princess Anle, the Princess Consort of Qishan.
He was the heir of the Earl of Changping.
The two have no further connection.
Qi Su suddenly asked from behind, "Young Master, is the Crown Prince aware of this matter?"
Qi Yuanlang's steps froze instantly.
The key points have been addressed. This is one of the reasons why Qi Yuanlang came to see Qi Su today.
He turned around and looked at Qi Su with a slightly apologetic expression.
"Third Sister, my elder brother serves in the Eastern Palace and often accompanies the Crown Prince. This matter cannot be hidden."
If we don't report it now, the Crown Prince will find out later.
To put it mildly, it's favoritism and cover-ups.
To put it bluntly, it's disloyalty. That could jeopardize one's future.
Qi Su responded with an "oh".
"It's alright, I understand. All this concealment is because of my close relationship with the Prince of Qishan. Please tell the Crown Prince not to harbor any resentment towards the Prince of Qishan because of this."
…
Qi Yuanlang stepped out of the Sutra Repository.
With the sun shining brightly overhead, he was so distracted that he almost tripped and fell.
My sister and mother both said that Third Sister seemed like a completely different person.
They became cold-blooded and ruthless, resorting to vicious methods.
So, she really has become a different person.
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