Time slipped by quietly, and three days flew by like a fleeting moment. The streets and alleys of the capital were abuzz with shocking news: the Minister of Revenue had had his property confiscated. This news, like a sudden storm, quickly swept across the capital, sparking widespread discussion.
Upon hearing this news, Young Marquis Su was as excited as a fawn. He trotted into the delivery room, half a fragrant roast chicken in hand. The aroma of the roast chicken filled the air, blending with the warm atmosphere of the delivery room. "Sister!" his voice was filled with uncontrollable excitement. "That old man finally confessed. It really was that vicious Concubine Shu who ordered it!"
At that moment, Su Jinli was gently feeding Jiang Nianli. She raised her head slightly, a cold glint in her eyes, a sneer on her lips. Though her voice was soft, it carried an undeniable resolve: "Cut the grass at its roots." These simple words seemed to carry a tremendous weight, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to those who sought to harm her and her family.
Jiang Yan, who had been concentrating on the "Child-Raising Manual" in his hands, slowly put the book down upon hearing this. His eyes were filled with calmness and determination as he spoke, "The Emperor has decreed that Concubine Shu be demoted to a commoner and imprisoned forever in the Imperial Clan House, to make her pay for her evil deeds."
"That's great!" Young Marquis Su excitedly waved the chicken leg in his hand and said incoherently, "That's great, no one will dare to bully my nephew and niece anymore! Let's see who dares to touch them!" His face was filled with a happy smile, and that smile was like a flower blooming in spring, brilliant and dazzling.
Meanwhile, the emperor was cradling Jiang Siyan, gently rocking him. The little one seemed particularly lively, and suddenly, a warm liquid soaked the emperor's dragon robe. But the emperor didn't seem to mind. A kind smile remained on his face as he softly said to Jiang Siyan, "Siyan, learn from me how to scold the censors! Those censors are sometimes too pedantic and need a good lesson." His tone sounded as if he were imparting some unparalleled secret.
The Queen Mother, on the other side, was carefully putting a longevity lock on Jiang Nianli. The lock was exquisitely crafted, made of pure gold, and engraved with delicate patterns, symbolizing a long life. The Queen Mother's face was full of love, and she said softly: "My darling, you will be the hottie in the palace from now on! If anyone dares to bully you, I will be the first to disapprove!"
Su Jinli leaned quietly on Jiang Yan's strong shoulder, looking at the bustling scene in the room, but her thoughts could not help but drift back to her previous life. In her previous life, her life was full of loneliness and desolation. Those days were like a dark abyss that made her sink into it. But now, everything before her eyes was completely different. Liveliness and warmth filled every corner. Jiang Yan seemed to notice the subtle change in her mood. He lowered his head slightly and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead, like a spring breeze blowing across the lake, and whispered: "It's all over. Those painful days will never come back."
Outside the window, the falling snow had ceased at some point. Warm sunlight, like golden threads, filtered through the cracks in the window and fell upon the Moon-Raising Pavilion. The sunlight shone on the icy ridges outside, refracting a dazzling array of colors, like a magnificent painting. Jiang Nianli, seemingly captivated by this beautiful light, suddenly giggled. Her clear laughter was as sweet as a silver bell, and her small hands waved in the air, grabbing Su Qingyao's hairpin.
"Ouch!" Su Qingyao cried out in mock anger, but her eyes were full of doting. She gently tapped Jiang Nianli's nose and said, "You little rascal, just like your mother! So mischievous."
Su Jinli looked at her daughter's adorable face, then turned to look at her son, a wave of warmth welling up in her heart. Finally, she couldn't help herself and smiled. That smile was like a flower blooming in spring, beautiful and brilliant. All the grievances she had experienced in this life melted away like ice and snow in that moment, transforming into sweet honey that would permeate the years to come.
As time went by, Jiang Siyan and Jiang Nianli grew up healthily under the meticulous care of everyone. Jiang Siyan inherited his father Jiang Yan's intelligence and calmness, and had a strong interest in learning. He would immerse himself in the study every day, eagerly reading various books, from classics and history to military strategies. Jiang Yan was very pleased to see his son's thirst for knowledge. He often taught him personally and discussed the principles in the books with him. Jiang Siyan was also very motivated. At a young age, he showed extraordinary talent. Whether it was poetry or his insights on state governance, he made everyone look at him with admiration.
Jiang Nianli is as intelligent and lively as her mother, Su Jinli, and her smile is as warm as the sun. She has a great talent for music, chess, calligraphy, and painting, and is particularly good at drawing. The flowers, birds, fish, and insects she draws are lifelike, as if they have been given life. Su Jinli would accompany her in the garden to sketch, teaching her how to observe nature and capture every subtle beauty. Jiang Nianli also enjoyed being with Su Qingyao, who would teach her various interesting handicrafts, such as embroidery and weaving, and Jiang Nianli always learned with great interest.
Young Marquis Su still doted on his two nephews and nieces. He often took Jiang Siyan out for horseback riding and archery to strengthen his physique and courage. Jiang Siyan rode with a dashing demeanor, like a young general. Young Marquis Su would also tell Jiang Siyan interesting stories from the martial arts world, filling him with a yearning for the outside world. As for Jiang Nianli, Young Marquis Su would bring her all kinds of novelty gadgets, such as beautiful headbands and exquisite sachets. Jiang Nianli always happily accepted them and gave Young Marquis Su a sweet hug.
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