Chapter 52 (First published on Jinjiang Literature City)
Chapter 52
The news that Lin Rong would become the future matriarch of the Pei family spread like wildfire throughout Qingzhou.
Invitations to guests piled up on the desk. Lin Rong, supporting her back, glanced at them with a troubled expression and asked Pei Zan, "Are we receiving guests?"
Sending invitations and gifts to people's homes every day is really annoying.
"You don't like being bothered by them?" Pei Zan's eyes flashed with a hint of coldness. When he was usually serious and unsmiling, he could be quite intimidating.
Lin Rong sensed the chill in his tone, as if he had made a difficult decision.
Lin Rong was only complaining; she didn't want others to suffer because of her.
Lin Rong carefully considered her words: "If I find it troublesome, what will the young master do?"
"This is a warning to others, to tell them to stop their fawning and ingratiating thoughts and to stop bothering the family." Pei Zan's casual remark stopped Lin Rong's idea of staying home and avoiding guests.
Pei Zan's "killing the chicken to scare the monkey" was very likely a real, bloody battle.
There's no need for bloodshed right after the New Year.
Lin Rong thought that she was already six months pregnant and Pei Zan was keeping a close watch on her, so she couldn't go out. She was usually quite bored at home, so she thought it would be better to invite someone over for a visit.
If we meet once, it will be easier to refuse any further invitations.
"How about... we invite these ladies over for a visit and a meeting?" Lin Rong asked timidly, trying her best to protect these innocent people.
When Pei Zan heard this, it sounded as if Lin Rong wanted to gradually get closer to his circle and become familiar with the wives of officials.
Pei Zan always kept his word. If he was going to elevate Lin Rong, it meant he truly intended to marry her, and it was not just a temporary measure to coax her into having a child.
Lin Rong is going to become the matriarch of the Pei family and take charge of the household affairs in the future, so she should naturally learn about these interpersonal relationships and help manage the inner quarters.
Thinking of this, Pei Zan did not stop Lin Rong. Instead, he assigned Uncle Feng to assist Lin Rong: "Madam is in poor health and cannot be overworked. You should assist her in all matters, including banquets and feasts, and there must be no mistakes."
These words carried great weight. Feng Shu realized that Pei Zan valued rules the most, yet he was willing to let Lin Rong personally entertain the wives and relatives of those retainers and servants. Clearly, he wanted Lin Rong to be a mistress with real power, rather than an empty shell!
It is evident that Pei Zan truly cared about people.
Suddenly, Uncle Feng's docile attitude towards Lin Rong was tinged with even more respect.
He patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, Master. I've been arranging banquets for many years and I know exactly what I'm capable of. I'll definitely help Madam make sure this family banquet goes smoothly!"
Lin Rong breathed a sigh of relief after hearing this.
She wasn't good at this, and didn't dare to pretend to be something she wasn't and invite ridicule, so having Uncle Feng's help was the best thing ever.
Fortunately, everything went smoothly on the day of the banquet.
Because Lin Rong was Pei Zan's wife, no one dared to disrespect her, and no one would whisper or gossip about her background or origins.
The women glanced silently at Lin Rong's pregnant belly, their eyes piercing as if they could see right through her.
Pei Zan has remained celibate for so many years, they all thought the Grand Commander had homosexual tendencies!
Who would have thought that such a high-ranking and powerful person would be manipulated by Lin Rong, a woman from a commoner family, and even become pregnant with her?
If Lin Rong gives birth to a son, her future prospects will be truly immeasurable!
The officials' wives were filled with envy and resentment. While gritting their teeth, they said some flattering things to Lin Rong to make her laugh. The family banquet went smoothly and was completed in a harmonious manner.
Lin Rong attended the event in full regalia, satisfying the curiosity of the officials' wives. In the following months, no one bothered her again.
The banquet ended at night.
After finishing his official duties, Pei Zan returned to his residence.
He wiped himself down and changed his clothes as usual, then put his arm around Lin Rong and asked, "How was the banquet today?"
Exhausted, Lin Rong nodded perfunctorily, "It's all good, it's all good."
But Pei Zan was in high spirits, asking all sorts of questions, determined to force Lin Rong to say something more.
Helpless, Lin Rong could only pick out some trivial gossip to tell Pei Zan.
"The second daughter of Madam Yu's family, who is only of marriageable age, has married General Sun as his second wife! You should know that General Sun is already twenty-nine years old this year, a full twelve years older than the second daughter. It is truly an old ox eating young grass."
Pei Zan's expression darkened slightly upon hearing the phrase "twenty-nine years old".
He pursed his thin lips and offered a defense: "Although Miss Yu is a second wife, in terms of social standing, she is considered to be marrying above her station in the Sun family. General Sun is a man of great loyalty and righteousness. He remained faithful to his deceased wife for five years before agreeing to remarry. Moreover, he has no children. If Miss Yu marries into the family and gives birth to a son or daughter, she will be able to establish herself in the Sun household, which is no different from a first marriage... Who knows if he is happy about it, but you might be gossiping behind his back."
Lin Rong said awkwardly, "That makes sense. I shouldn't be a gossip and talk about other people's family affairs behind their backs. I just think that Miss Yu is young and can marry a young man in his early twenties. There's no need for her to hang herself on General Sun's old tree."
"General Sun is not yet thirty, only twenty-nine years old, and is a promising young man... Enough, let's not talk about other people's family affairs, lest we say the wrong thing and create bad karma." Pei Zan interrupted Lin Rong, not wanting to talk to her about those idle matters.
Lin Rong found Pei Zan's behavior a bit strange; he kept asking her all sorts of questions, and then he seemed unhappy when she answered.
She's accused of creating negative karma through speech, but Pei Zan commits murder and creates negative karma through killing. How can he be so careless about it?
Lin Rong ignored him, supporting her round belly as she went to eat her sweet soup.
In fact, Lin Rong did not like attending these banquets.
Although everyone smiled at her and flattered her, Lin Rong was very good at reading people's expressions, so how could she not know the little schemes in the hearts of those officials' wives?
They deliberately offered Lin Rong advice, suggesting that she find a beautiful maid who was easy to control and send her to the Grand Commander's bed to relieve his urges, thus preventing him from having affairs outside and being away from home all day.
Lin Rong smiled foolishly, but in her heart she thought: Who does she think she is, daring to interfere in Pei Zan's affairs? Does she have a death wish?!
Aside from these private conversations, the ladies also subtly inquired about Lin Rong's favorite foods and drinks.
They wanted to know if Lin Rong ate sour or spicy food, whether her belly was pointed, and whether she could give birth to a son for the Pei family.
In such cramped and suffocating mansions, a woman's most important foundation lies in her husband and children.
No one can escape the common customs.
But Lin Rong thought back to the day she fled to Liangzhou.
There are still boundless grasslands, loess deserts where horses gallop, and majestic, towering mountains... The world is so vast, so why must she be trapped in this shallow pond, arguing with others, growing dim and fading away day by day, slowly aging?
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By the end of April, it was already the end of spring.
With frequent wars in the north, Pei Zan took command and led his army northward.
This is a grand national plan to secure the country's destiny, create a prosperous era, sweep away all obstacles, and relieve the people from their dire straits. Naturally, the soldiers are well-fed and the horses are galloping, and the entire army is invigorated.
With the support of various armies, 100,000 soldiers of the Pei family swore to follow Pei Zan on his northern expedition to the death, willing to sacrifice their lives for the Grand Commander.
Lin Rong was due to give birth in a month, and Pei Zan, knowing she was determined, did not make things difficult for her and allowed her to stay at the Qingzhou residence to await childbirth.
Lin Rong is eight months pregnant and has great difficulty falling asleep at night. She even needs Pei Zan's help to turn over.
At this stage, the baby in the womb can already sense the outside world. Do not touch or manipulate the belly with your hands, as this may excite the fetus and cause it to turn around following the parents' hands, potentially leading to the risk of the fetus getting tangled around its neck.
Pei Zan was well-versed in traditional Chinese medicine and was extremely cautious in gynecology.
He was careful not to touch her lower abdomen, but instead embraced Lin Rong and gently stroked the green peach.
Pei Zan's jade-like fingers curled slightly as they moved beneath her light blue dress.
Lin Rong couldn't feed the child properly, so she suggested that Uncle Feng find more women and wet nurses to help take care of him, so as not to tire his wife out.
"If you feel unwell anywhere, remember to tell Uncle Feng in time. If all else fails, go and find Zheng Huiyin. You are sisters with her. Although she is unreliable, she is not too bad to you."
Pei Zan used to look down on Zheng Huiyin, thinking that she was too scheming.
But Zheng Huiyin risked her life to rescue Lin Rong time and time again, so at least she was sincere towards Lin Rong.
He may dislike it, but he won't stop Lin Rong from making friends.
"I will." Lin Rong was simply feeling lethargic and hadn't seen any guests in a long time, but she didn't deliberately distance herself from Zheng Huiyin.
Lin Rong has been having a poor appetite lately and is feeling sleepy. She is curled up on a chaise longue covered with a floral blanket and taking a nap, speaking softly.
Sunlight streamed in, making the emerald branches and berries on the carpet look fresh and vibrant, as if they had come alive.
Lin Rong, however, remained silent, her head resting on the pillow, lifeless.
Pei Zan inexplicably disliked her quiet demeanor. He knew she loved eating green dates and sour plums, and since it was the season, several baskets of them were prepared in the house.
Pei Zan casually picked up a washed green date and stuffed it into Lin Rong's mouth, waking her up abruptly.
When Lin Rong opened her eyes in a daze, her cheeks puffed out.
Pei Zan pulled her wrist out from under the covers, removed the string of cold, black Bodhi beads, wrapped them around twice, and placed them on Lin Rong's snow-white arm.
"With military matters imminent, I cannot be with you during childbirth, but I have already made arrangements for servants and doctors, and ordered people to prepare pain-relieving medicine and food for childbirth. I will do my best to protect you during labor, so don't be too afraid."
"Lin Rong, this item has accompanied me in many battles, containing yin and evil energy. I give it to you for protection... When a woman gives birth, she is weak and frail, and is most afraid of demons and monsters. With this item by her side, the underworld officials fear the blood and killing intent and dare not approach her, thus ensuring her safety."
Lin Rong stared at the string of Buddhist prayer beads in her hand, her gaze lingering for a long time before she finally asked, "If I give birth to this child... will I never be able to leave the Pei family mansion?"
Lin Rong insisted on saying these discouraging things today. Pei Zan's phoenix eyes turned slightly cold, and his thin lips pursed slightly. He held back and did not scold his pregnant wife.
Pei Zan embraced her, gently stroking her back with his palm, coaxing, "Now that we are husband and wife, the Pei residence will be your home. Why insist on leaving? If you want to go out for a walk, I will take you to travel the mountains and rivers when I have time. If you just want to eat some delicacies from remote and border regions... the canal transport in the south is convenient, and I can ask Uncle Feng to prepare them for you. Not to mention South Sea pearls from the waters of Japan, even dates and wine from the Western Regions can be brought to you. Why bother to make the long journey yourself?"
Lin Rong understood Pei Zan's meaning: now that he had married her, he naturally intended to spend every day with her.
As the mistress of the household, Lin Rong should also assume the responsibility of managing the household and should not act arbitrarily.
Moreover, to be Pei Zan's wife and bear his children is such a great honor.
Pei Zan treats her with respect, so she should reciprocate by diligently managing the household affairs and not act hypocritically after gaining an advantage.
But Lin Rong couldn't stop thinking... Was this huge pie in the eyes of the world really what she wanted to eat?
She clearly got such a great deal, so why isn't she happy at all?
Is it because everyone else is incredibly smart, while she is too stupid, too clumsy, too foolish, or too confused?
Lin Rong looked at the dusty window and up at the dark, gloomy roof, and suddenly fell silent.
She realized that the airtight spider web was laid by Pei Zan.
He concealed a poison that numbed her mind, tenderly entwined his neck with hers, whispering sweet nothings in her ear, devouring her inch by inch, consuming her completely, and then wrapping her remains in a soft, resilient cocoon.
Lin Rong was trapped in the grand mansion and forced to be with Pei Zan through thick and thin, their love intense and passionate. Pei Zan finally possessed Lin Rong completely.
After a long while, Lin Rong thought of the child who was about to be born.
How can a fragile little person survive in such a cannibalistic world?
Only Pei Zan can protect the child.
Lin Rong said to Pei Zan, "I'm a little sleepy, I'll sleep a little longer. Young Master, be careful on your journey, try to avoid getting hurt, and remember to eat three meals a day... You can't get hurt, you must come back safely."
Pei Zan's phoenix eyes trembled slightly and his heart was shaken when he heard Lin Rong's soft admonition.
This seemed to be the first time someone had told him to be extra careful while he was away on military campaigns, to pay close attention to the brutal reality of the battle, to avoid injury, and to remember to eat.
At this moment, Pei Zan seemed to understand why the soldiers in the camp were afraid of the unpredictability of life and worried about dying on the battlefield... because they were ordinary people with mortal eyes, because they had relatives and friends, and because they also had things to worry about.
Someone is waiting for him to come home...
Pei Zan thought of the orange lamp that would light up in the main tent every time they returned to camp after a victory.
As long as he lifts the curtain, Lin Rong will surely fall into a deep sleep by the bedside, her thick eyelashes fluttering and her cheeks flushed.
She waited for him at home.
Pei Zan gently lifted Lin Rong's drowsy face and placed a kiss on her forehead.
"I will."
"Lin Rong... wait for me to come back."
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On the day Pei Zan left the mansion, Uncle Feng saw him off.
Pei Zan mounted his horse in the stirrups, his shoulders and back as straight as a pine tree, his black hair as sharp as a blade, his aura terrifying.
Pei Zan regained his imposing aura as a killing god. He took the reins and set off, instructing Uncle Feng, "Take good care of Madam. If the delivery is difficult, order the midwife and doctor to do their best to save Madam. Do not worry about the child."
The child came at a clever time, but compared to Lin Rong's death, Pei Zan could be ruthless enough to give him up.
After all, the person he would spend the rest of his life with was his wife, Lin Rong.
Uncle Feng was shocked to hear this. Offspring are important. In this day and age, having a son can bring prosperity for several generations. It can put the Pei family's army at ease and make them more willing to follow Pei Zan through thick and thin... Does the young master really not care at all?
Uncle Feng didn't understand, but after thinking about it again, he realized that it made sense.
As the saying goes, "Where there's life, there's hope," but naturally, the health of adults is even more important.
Moreover, he also liked Lin Rong very much and hoped that God would have mercy on them and their child would be safe.
Pei Zan narrowed his eyes slightly, gazing at the distant green mountains: "If, in the next few months, the enemy takes advantage of my absence from the six prefectures to launch an attack on the city, remember to relay my military order: first, go to the Zheng family to request troops, then order the falcon to deliver a message to the front of the battle. I will make arrangements and summon the prefectural reinforcements to support us."
The battlefield for this plot to seize power is in the northern capital. The ambitious vassal kings in the Central Plains are all busy vying for the rich prize of the Wei capital. Who would abandon the greater good for the lesser good and instead eye the southern lands with covetous intent? Wouldn't that be asking Pei Zan to come and fight?
Moreover, tens of thousands of troops are stationed at various passes in the six southern prefectures to guard the area, so there is absolutely no possibility of anything going wrong.
It's just that Pei Zan is overthinking and feeling uneasy.
After all, he has a wife and children, and he carries responsibilities and burdens on his shoulders. He is no longer a solitary traveler in this world, so he should take more precautions and protect his family.
Pei Zan mentally rehearsed the layout of the six southern prefectures, confirming that the government offices and public offices each performed their duties and that the fortresses and important towns were well-defended. He could finally travel far away with peace of mind.
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Lin Rong went into labor on May 15th.
Outside the window, pomegranate blossoms were fiery red, and the fragrance of hollyhocks wafted into the room. Lin Rong lay on the couch, her forehead covered in sweat. The old woman instructed Lin Rong on how to breathe and exert force. The maids brought her tea and water, fed her ginseng soup to refresh her, and gave her some pain-relieving medicinal food.
Besides the busy work at home, there were also women with childbirth experience looking after Lin Rong outside. Since Uncle Feng couldn't go into the delivery room, he entertained guests outside and took the opportunity to learn from the women's experiences, helping Lin Rong through this difficult time.
Lin Rong recovered well and did not suffer much during this childbirth.
As night fell, a loud cry of a baby came from inside the house.
The midwife wrapped the wrinkled little baby in swaddling clothes and showed him to Lin Rong, her eyes wide with delight: "Congratulations, Madam! It's a strong and capable little boy! Look at those eyes and eyebrows, they're exactly like yours and the Grand Commander's!"
Lin Rong was exhausted and didn't want to say a word.
She barely managed to open her almond-shaped eyes and glance at her own child.
"Pei Jiashu... is so ugly."
This was a sentence Lin Rong murmured when she first saw her son crying with his lips pursed.
Newborn babies' skin hasn't faded from its redness yet; it's all wrinkled from being soaked in amniotic fluid, so naturally it doesn't look good.
But the old woman was very experienced. As soon as she saw the child's high nose bridge, deep-set eyebrows and eyes, and slender fingers, she was certain that the boy would grow up to be a beautiful child.
Uncle Feng dared not let the young master be exposed to the wind. He peeked into the warm pavilion and exclaimed happily, "Good boy, your hands and feet are really strong! I'll go and inform the Grand Commander right away. He will surely be delighted!"
The servants who would nurse and care for the young master were prepared in advance, so Lin Rong didn't need to worry about these trivial matters. Lin Rong had given birth to the eldest son of the Pei family, and was now a great contributor to the family. She only needed to take good care of herself during her postpartum period.
Eagles spread their wings and soar through the sky, covering 360 miles in an hour.
The homing eagle travels across mountains and rivers, making a round trip between the two places, which only takes a few days.
When Pei Zan received the news, he had already captured two cities.
He sheathed the blood-dripping blade and unfolded the letter with one hand. Upon learning that everything was alright at home and that mother and child were safe, a trace of warmth finally appeared in his blood-stained eyes.
Pei Zan did not hold any grand banquets or celebrations, as it was a time of great turmoil and it was not easy for the news to leak out.
Pei Zan continued his military campaign as usual, keeping the joyous occasion at home a closely guarded secret.
When sending a letter home, he only added one sentence: "Lin Rong, you've gone through a lot."
He gave his child an easy-to-raise nickname: Yu Nu.
Zan refers to jade artifacts.
Pei Zan used his father's name to protect his child's life, thus ensuring the eldest son's safety and well-being.
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Lin Rong spent two full months in postpartum confinement.
The servants were well taken care of, and he had soup and nourishment every day.
Lin Rong was still tired and listless every day, and even afraid of light and cold. She asked a doctor to take her pulse, but the doctor could not find any symptoms. He said that her five elements were not in harmony and that her heart was depressed. She said that her heart disease needed to be treated with heart medicine.
This matter really troubled Uncle Feng. He couldn't understand why Lin Rong, who had given birth to the eldest son and was deeply loved by Pei Zan, had anything to worry about.
But Lin Rong visibly lost weight, which frightened Uncle Feng so much that he immediately sent a message to Pei Zan.
Lin Rong stopped him and comforted him with a smile: "Perhaps I am just worried about the Grand Commander. Uncle Feng, there is no need to worry, and you should not send letters to bother the Grand Commander. The two places are far apart. If you distract him and make him think about his home, it will not be good."
That makes sense. Thanks to Pei Zan's strategic planning and brilliant military tactics, the front lines have been reporting frequent victories, and the Wei royal family in the north has been suffering repeated defeats. At this critical juncture of seizing the throne, how could they possibly be distracted by their families?
Feng Shu was also afraid that Pei Zan's concern would cloud his judgment and cause him to make mistakes, leading to Pei Zan being distracted on the battlefield, getting injured, and ultimately losing the battle.
Uncle Feng dared not disturb her further, and could only comfort himself... The lady is staying at home well! She takes ginseng soup and tonics every day, what could possibly go wrong? Perhaps she was a servant in her younger days and her body is weak, she just needs more rest to recover.
When Zheng Huiyin finally had time to visit her, Lin Rong had lost a lot of weight, and her bright almond-shaped eyes looked even bigger. When she frowned, she had a delicate and frail appearance.
Zheng Huiyin felt both heartache and helplessness upon seeing this: "If I were Pei Zan, I would definitely cherish you and hold you close in my arms."
Zheng Huiyin didn't know the state of Lin Rong and Pei Zan's relationship. She assumed that since they had already had a child, and given Pei Zan's proud nature, he had defied gossip to elevate a concubine to his legal wife, the two must be deeply in love. She assumed that Lin Rong's previous attempts to escape were just playful banter between the young couple.
Lin Rong smiled but didn't say anything, and had the old woman bring Pei Jiashu over for Zheng Huiyin to see.
The young master is handsome; his skin is smooth and fair, without wrinkles or redness, and his eyes, like grapes, are bright and sparkling, constantly moving around.
When Pei Jiashu saw Lin Rong, he seemed to recognize his own mother. He pouted and stared at her intently, neither crying nor making a fuss, which was extremely cute.
But Lin Rong was often tired and didn't spend much time with Pei Jiashu. At most, she would just stretch out her fingers in front of him and let the child babble and try to grasp them.
Zheng Huiyin noticed that Lin Rong was in a bad mood. After Pei Jiashu was carried away by the servants, she quietly asked, "What's wrong? Is something on your mind?"
Lin Rong shook her head: "He's probably just tired."
Zheng Huiyin didn't know what to say to comfort her. She racked her brains and finally remembered something else: "Do you still remember Sesame?"
Lin Rong's almond-shaped eyes flickered slightly as she looked up at Zheng Huiyin.
“Your horse is really stubborn. No matter how many times I let it run away, it always comes back to the village. It refuses to leave, so I have no choice but to keep it in the stable.”
After a pause, Zheng Huiyin continued, "But last time you gave birth, I came to the Pei residence. I don't know if Sesame smelled the blood on me, but it went berserk and even the stable boy couldn't hold it. It was only after the guards of the manor used a kind of herb to knock it down that it was finally locked back in the stable."
Lin Rong was deeply shaken upon hearing this. For some reason, she felt a sense of clarity, as if the clouds had parted to reveal the clear sky.
Suddenly, her eyes welled up with tears, and her nose felt like it was being pricked by needles, with a dense, stinging sensation.
Lin Rong finally remembered something; she recalled those hazy memories of the past.
She rode Sesame, traversing the vast天地 (heaven and earth), and they were like a leisurely fish, running on the lush green grassy slopes.
The moonlight is gentle, and the grass and trees are fresh.
How free, how unrestrained, how happy Lin Rong was back then.
She originally thought that as long as she sent away Sesame, kept her home in Liangzhou, and gave up Big Yellow, Little Lamb, Chickens and Ducks, she could give up all thoughts of escaping and willingly be trapped in the cage.
Lin Rong is very resilient; she is slowly adapting.
She has a loving husband, an obedient and adorable son, a substantial family fortune, and a respected status.
Lin Rong was very wealthy; she lacked nothing, and everyone envied her circumstances, praising her good fortune.
Lin Rong still felt empty inside, as if her feet were sinking into nothingness, unable to find any solid ground beneath her feet.
Until Zheng Huiyin mentioned sesame seeds.
Lin Rong then realized... what she truly wanted.
"Sister, please let Sesame come back. I want to continue raising it."
Zheng Huiyin paused for a moment, then nodded and said okay.
On a sunny afternoon, Lin Rong combed her hair, braided it, and put on a scarlet Hu-style riding outfit.
She forced a smile, her hand gripping the slender riding crop, waiting for Sesame to come in.
The side gate opened, and the sky suddenly brightened.
The rapid, snorting sound of sesame seeds filled the air, and the thunderous roar of horses' hooves shook the heavens and the earth.
Sesame spotted Lin Rong from afar and ran towards her.
Just as he was about to collide with her, Liangju obediently bent his knees, stopped his momentum, and knelt down in front of her.
Lin Rong's smile faded, and she crouched down and threw herself at Sesame, burying her face in the fine mane, large tears welling up in her eyes.
"Sesame!"
In response, the sesame seeds sizzled.
Lin Rong burst into tears like a child, stroking the long mane of the scraggly horse with reluctance, all the way to the saddle.
The red silk tassel she gave to Sesame had faded, but it was still hanging properly on the colt.
Lin Rong felt a moment of disorientation; her heart ached dully, and her lips and teeth felt dry.
As Sesame nuzzled against her affectionately, Lin Rong murmured something.
"Sesame, welcome home."
It was at this moment that Lin Rong finally understood why she was always sullen, why she was melancholy, and why she could never be satisfied.
She was almost tamed by Pei Zan and almost had to get used to life in the mansion.
Lin Rong almost died, but she came back to life.
She doesn't belong here.
A note from the author:
Finally, the recent chapters are very important, so I might not be able to update daily. In the worst-case scenario, I'll update every other day (but every time I say this, I might end up updating daily anyway; I'm just giving you a heads-up). Enough rambling! Let's continue!
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