The murderous intent that flashed in Song Qianfan's eyes for a moment frightened Song Qianhang.

The wine glass in Song Qianhang's hand shook and he almost lost his grip. His heart was in his throat... Su Juan was right. The elder brother really wanted to kill his younger brother.

At this moment, he felt that no matter what he said or how much he explained, Song Qianfan would not listen to a word he said.

He was not who he had always thought he was, and everyone was fooled by his pretending.

Song Qianhang pursed his thin lips, feeling strange and chilled.

His father and mother were indeed partial, but that was not a reason for him to rebel in the future.

Noticing Song Qianhang's abnormality, Song Qianfan restrained his expression and put on a concerned look, "What are you thinking about?"

Song Qianhang laughed dryly twice, "Nothing, it's just that today is the Lantern Festival, and we'll have dinner at home tonight, don't forget it, big brother."

Song Qianfan nodded, "Got it, if you're fine, you can go back. You've just recovered from your illness, don't catch a cold again."

His impatience was clearly seen by Song Qianhang at this moment.

"Well, I'll go back first. If you're done with your work, come back home early."

Song Qianfan responded indifferently, "Yeah."

Song Qianhang then stood up and left. The moment he turned around, his heart sank to the bottom.

Song Qianfan's impatience was actually very obvious, and he didn't even try to hide it. But he had never thought deeply about it over the years, and thought that brothers had become distant as they grew up. After all, the friends he knew were not on good terms with their brothers at home, and some even fought over family property and ended up getting hurt.

At that time, I felt that in comparison, my elder brother and I were already doing pretty well.

But now, when everything is laid out, those things that I have ignored are now in front of me, bloody facts.

Walking on the road, Song Qianhang looked solemn. He was not stupid.

Your Majesty kept Su Juan by your side just to find out these things. If he knew, he would definitely attack my eldest brother, and my mother would definitely protect him. By then, Prince Jing's Mansion would definitely be implicated.

How will Your Majesty treat Prince Jing's Mansion when he is a person who could rebel at any time?

That man was first the Emperor of Jin, and only secondarily their uncle.

Song Qianhang slowly clenched his fists. Therefore, the eldest brother cannot rebel. As long as he does not have the ability to rebel, he will not have the opportunity even if he wants to. In this way, what Su Juan said will not happen, and Prince Jing's Mansion will be fine.

He quickly sorted out his thoughts and decided to stop Song Qianfan.

He had no intention of fighting for anything, but people always have to know that there are some things that can be done, some things that cannot be done, and some things that have to be done.

Song Qianhang stopped and turned to look in the direction of the music hall. His eyes, which were always smiling, now had a firm look.

Brother, you have something you want, but I also have people I need to protect.

This time, I won't back down.

...

After the Lantern Festival, Su Juan brought the jade pendant back to the Su family. The family sat in the flower hall and no one dared to pick up their chopsticks.

Everyone in the Su family was on pins and needles, and some even broke out in cold sweats, fearing that a single word would offend this young lady, especially the eldest son of the Su family, Su Yaozu.

The concubine he had an affair with had been sold, and he was beaten so badly by Master Su that his buttocks were bruised and he had to lie in bed for several months. The beating was so severe that it almost took his life.

Now when he saw Su Juan, his buttocks ached slightly. He hated Su Juan very much in his heart, but he didn't dare to provoke her.

He is no longer the poor little girl without a father or a mother to love him. He is now a sixth-rank official in the imperial court, and the whole Su family benefits from him.

The Su family's business is now much more prosperous than before, and they have dealings with many officials.

Mrs. Su was the happiest person in the family. Although the Su family was wealthy, the Jin Dynasty had never valued merchants, and it was originally hopeless for her daughter to marry into one of those good families.

But now it’s different. She is the Crown Prince’s wife and also serves as an official in the court. She is the first female official in decades. How honorable!

Su Lingling's marriage is about to be settled. Although the other party is only a seventh-rank official, he is young and ambitious. He has also done many outstanding tasks. In the near future, he will be promoted to Zhongzheng rank.

Mrs. Su broke the deadlock, stood up and served food to Su Juan, smiling, "Ajuan, eat more. Eat as much as you can when you get home. There's no need to be so restrained. We are all family."

Su Juan raised her eyebrows and looked at the dishes in the bowl. They were her favorite.

She did find out a lot about her preferences.

Mrs. Su was not surprised by this man's change. Mrs. Su had always been a person who would take advantage of any opportunity to rise to the top, and her daughter's marriage had always been her top priority.

Apart from myself as an exception, although the Su family was one of the best in business, no matter how much money they had, a merchant's daughter was still a merchant's daughter and could not marry into a wealthy family.

Su Juan took two bites of food and suddenly asked, "Is Su Lingling's marriage going to be decided?"

Madam Su smiled, "It will be soon. Two families have come to us and they want to marry the eldest son of the Xu family, who works as an editor in the Hanlin Academy. You may know him."

Su Lingling frowned. She didn't want to get married. She had secretly met the eldest son of the Xu family and he was so ugly!

Su Juan nodded slightly and said calmly, "Forget about the eldest son of the Xu family. He has no future. But the second son of the Xin family can be considered."

Mrs. Su was slightly stunned and looked at her husband. This candidate was chosen by her husband. After all, the second son of the Xin family has not yet entered the officialdom. In terms of future prospects, he is not as good as the eldest son of the Xu family.

Master Su also frowned and stared at Su Juan with suspicion. Was she here to cause trouble today?

Su Lingling agreed with Su Juan's words. She thought that Xin Zhang from the Xin family was a good guy. He had a fair and tender face and looked promising!

Su Juan said nothing more, but her thoughts were revealed.

[What can the eldest son of the Xu family do? He is always a bully at home, beating and scolding the servants, and even killing several of them. If he beats and scolds his wife in the future, you will probably be heartbroken.]

The couple's faces changed drastically!

Su Lingling felt a chill on her back!

[The second son of the Xin family is really good. Although he has not done much now, he is just keeping a low profile. After all, he has the support of the eldest son. Not long after, he was promoted to Zhongzheng Dingrank, and with the help of noble people, he has been promoted all the way...]

Su Juan admired the second son of the Xin family very much when she thought of him. She remembered that the old emperor admired Qi Zhang very much. It was a pity that he was killed by the tyrant Song Qianfan because he was too upright and made repeated suggestions.

Madam Su's eyes lit up. "I originally thought that the second son of the Qi family was good. Now that you've said that, I feel more confident. I'll talk to the Qi family tomorrow."

Whoever the Xu family loves can go!

Su Lingling breathed a sigh of relief. At least she didn't have to marry that ugly guy. Phew.

Su Juan raised her eyebrows, somewhat surprised. Is this stepmother so obedient now?

After dinner, Su Juan followed Mr. Su into the study and, without beating around the bush, asked directly about her biological mother.

Master Su frowned, "Why did you suddenly think of asking about your biological mother?"

Su Juan said in a deep voice, "I just suddenly remembered to ask."

[I can't tell you that I suspect she has some connection with the Queen, right? ]

Master Su was immediately shocked: "?!"

Queen?!