Wei Jie doesn’t care anymore, so why should she care about these things?

Because of this face and this figure, she grew up almost under the contempt and ridicule of others.

Whenever she saw others whispering to each other, she always thought they were talking about her or making fun of her.

As a result, for a long time, she particularly hated places with a lot of people, and was not used to actively communicating with people.

Apart from these closest people, she never made new friends.

Over the years, the number of people who have truly touched her heart can be counted on one’s fingers.

She had always believed that the four beautiful maids carefully selected by Huamao were meant to stimulate her, so that she would feel more psychological pressure every time she saw them.

But the fact is, it’s true that the brothers wanted to stimulate her, but they didn’t want to increase her pressure. Instead, they wanted to make her more confident and cheer up.

The poison in her body could obviously be cured, but she just didn't want to. If she just didn't want to, then why did she complain and blame others so much?

She shouldn't live such a complicated and tiring life. She should be positive and let her strength and confidence go hand in hand. Only in this way can she, Ling Yuan, be in her best state.

At that time, who would care how ugly her face is?

She just couldn't get over this hurdle. She was just scaring herself and mocking herself.

If she can't even defeat her own inner demons, how can she let others see her normally?

Wei Jie was right. She looked really ugly when she was feeling inferior.

Haha, what’s funny is that she had to go through so many hardships before she wanted to face such an obvious truth.

Ling Yuan, Ling Yuan, in the rest of your life, you need to show your confidence and your aura.

Only in this way can others remember your strength and influence instead of your looks when they mention your name.

That's what everyone really wants to see, the vibrant, confident and outspoken you!

Just like that, under Wei Jie's roar, Ling Yuan was finally willing to face him formally.

I wonder what the expressions of those brothers who have spent seven or eight years and still haven’t been able to straighten Ling Yuan’s values ​​would be when they find out?

When eight years equaled one hour, Wei Jie deservedly won!

The heart-to-heart conversation between the two also made Ling Yuan silently notice Wei Jie's feelings.

Moreover, he never revealed in his words that he wanted to part ways with her, which meant that Wei Jie had no intention of remarrying?

It's true that they had an agreement in the beginning, but is there any hope for this to develop in the long run?

He even wanted to be a father?

Someone, involuntarily, gradually and quietly let go of the heart that had been hanging in the air.

And I secretly made a vow that as long as you, Wei Jie, don't betray me, I, Ling Yuan, will treat you wholeheartedly.

In this life, you are my husband and I am your wife. We will stay together until we grow old.

Holding your hand and growing old with you, Wei Jie, this is my Lingyuan's promise to you in this life. I hope you can keep the same original intention towards me.

Soon, the news of the couple's quarrel spread throughout the Fengwang Mansion. Ling Yuan did not deliberately stop the rumor, and even asked people to secretly pay attention to which people were too active in this matter, and then started to keep an eye on them.

First, Concubine Xia came out of Youranju with an unhappy look on her face, and then there was a dispute between the prince and the princess.

Before they knew it, some people began to speculate whether the little princess had a quarrel with the prince because of Concubine Xia?

When Xia Yunhe heard the news, she looked at her maid in disbelief.

"Du Juan, are you serious? After I left, the prince went to find the princess? And he even left Taoranju with a grim look on his face?"

Du Juan nodded, "Yes, Concubine Xia, when I went to the kitchen just now, everyone was talking about this matter. It was spread with noses and eyes, so I think it is true."

Xia Yunhe was stunned for a moment, and her eyebrows slightly frowned, "Could it be that because of the emperor's decree to arrange the marriage, there has been a rift between the prince and the princess?"

Du Juan: "Everyone says so. Didn't our princess just come back? I guess she doesn't know about this. When Concubine Xia went to visit the little princess, the princess must have just found out about it not long ago, right?"

Just got back?

Xia Yunhe immediately raised her head: "Was the princess not in the mansion before?"

Du Juan then remembered that her master also never left the house, and immediately said, "A month ago, the princess left the capital after curing Prince Rong and the old lady of Dingxi Marquis. Look, she seemed to have just returned yesterday."

She had been away for a month without even noticing it. Even the servants in the palace hadn't discussed it much. How come the little princess's presence wasn't as strong as hers?

"Do you know what she did when she went out? Why did it take so long?"

"This... I don't know. No one in the mansion is gossiping about the princess's departure."

I just don't know whether the higher-ups wanted to stop the discussion of this matter, or if no one paid attention to the whereabouts of their princess at all.

"Speaking of which, our princess is really different from other princesses. Since she became a princess, she has rarely appeared in front of everyone, not even at various banquets, welcoming and seeing off guests, or even in the palace."

"Which of the other princesses doesn't hold the power in the backyard? But our little princess is different. She directly handed over the power of housekeeper to Butler Lan, and she herself has become a hands-off manager."

"Also, it is said that a new official will start with three fires, but our princess has never started even one fire. Even when she occasionally meets us servants, she has a blank expression on her face."

"Moreover, there is a special cook in the princess' courtyard. She has never eaten the meals in the main kitchen. The number of times she has appeared in public in the past few months can be counted on ten fingers. She is really very low-key. Concubine, do you think the little princess is aloof?"

Having said this, he continued without caring whether Xia Yunhe responded or not.

"The little princess seems to be only interested in medical skills. She doesn't seem to care about other social skills at all."

"Although our palace has been quiet in recent months, this does not mean that the prince has really retired from the court!"

"It's fine that the prince has rejected one group of people after another, but why doesn't he even meet the princess and send off one banquet after another?"

"It seems that the princess has not appeared in public in the past few months since she married the princess!"

"Either she goes out to see a doctor, or she stays at the prince's Youyue Lake. What's even more strange is the prince's attitude towards the little princess."

"She doesn't seem as cold as everyone imagines. Sometimes I even feel that the little princess and the prince have similar personalities. They don't like to talk much, and they don't like socializing. She is the master of the palace, but she rarely shows up. It's as if our palace is not a palace, but their place of retreat."

When Xia Yunhe heard this, even though she was very unhappy in her heart, she did not show it on her face.

"The prince naturally treats this little princess differently, as can be seen from the fact that he is willing to disobey the emperor's order and marry her."

"Besides, you also said that the little princess has been staying in the prince's private forbidden area, Youyue Lake. Even when our Sixth Princess came, she never set foot on the lake!"

"The little princess can come and go as she pleases, and stay for several days. Doesn't this prove something?"

Du Juan's eyes suddenly lit up, "Yes, I forgot that Youyue Lake is an important place in the mansion! Then, then everyone's talk today is very detailed."

"Is there any husband and wife who doesn't quarrel?"

Xia Yunhe's casual remark made Du Juan believe it without a doubt.

"That's right. The little princess is young, so the prince must be giving in to her. But Madam Concubine, the little princess treats you really well. Not only did you get a reward, but she also let you attend various occasions on her behalf. This is a great honor!"

Originally, Du Juan was still worried that she would never get ahead following Xia Yunhe, but unexpectedly, she would have a chance so soon.

Although Xia Yunhe had been a guest in the palace for these years, there were still people gossiping about her behind her back.

Although there are very few women in the Fengwang Mansion, and gossip is much less common than in other families, it is not that there are no women. Where there are women, there is gossip. Over time, even she herself has become a little tired of such a life.

Unexpectedly, Xia Yunhe had such luck. This also made Du Juan see her own future. Especially since the attitude of the little princess was clear, she would definitely not make things difficult for Xia Garden in the future. This made her even more excited.

As long as Xia Yunhe can climb onto the prince's bed and gain a firm foothold in the palace, Du Juan's future will naturally no longer be that of a little maid, but she will transform into the head maid of the concubine in the palace.

Xia Yunhe saw through Du Juan's thoughts almost immediately. She immediately curled her eyes and smiled meaningfully.

"Why do I feel that you, a maid, are happier than me, a concubine?"

Yes, it seems that she has taken advantage of Ling Yuan in this matter, but hasn’t she also become a target for someone?

Ling Yuan is aloof and unwilling to attend these occasions because she has a face that makes her look sorry for others. If she were her, she would rather choose to close the door and refuse visitors. If it were not for this, would she be so kind as to give her the opportunity?

In the future, when Xia Yunhe is present at any event, someone will inevitably ask her about the whereabouts of the princess. When that time comes, how much time will she have to waste trying to calm down the situation?

Could she not be nice to her?

Can you not be polite to her?

However, what does Ling Yuan look like? I guess it’s all spread like wildfire outside, right?

Even if she keeps a low profile, she can't change anything, right?

As the legitimate princess of the Phoenix Palace, how could she possibly hide away from the house her entire life?

Thinking about it this way, the heart of their little princess is quite fragile. Can't she stand the rumors?

Such a temper is not a good thing in the royal family. You know, their Prince Phoenix has many enemies. The princess is not bringing honor to the prince, but embarrassing him!

As the saying goes, you can avoid the first day, but you can't avoid the fifteenth. She wanted to see how Ling Yuan would deal with it in the future and how she would face up to her identity as the queen of the Phoenix Palace.

Du Juan naturally had no idea what Xia Yunhe was thinking. When she heard what she said, she fell to her knees with a plop.

"Your Highness, you are too kind. I am truly happy for you. Since you have such an opportunity, I will naturally benefit from it. From now on, I will do my best to serve you."

"Tsk, that's enough, don't I see how you treat me? There's no need to show your loyalty here, come on, get up!"

Considering that this little maid had been serving her wholeheartedly since she came home, she spared her for the time being.

But then again, she is now a concubine in the palace. Could it be that she is still only surrounded by a little maid like Dujuan?

At this moment, the voice of a servant was heard outside the door: "Your Highness, the Royal Housekeeper Lan has brought people to our Xia Garden."

Lan Yu? What is he doing here?

Xia Yunhe adjusted her hair and glanced at Du Juan who was still kneeling stupidly on the ground: "Are you stupid? Why don't you stand up quickly?"

Du Juan immediately stood up and walked to Xia Yunhe. After helping her tidy up her clothes and hair, she leaned close to her ear and asked softly.

"My lady, do you think Butler Lan came here to send someone off for you?"

Give it to someone?

Xia Yunhe's eyes flickered slightly, and she turned to look at the cautious Du Juan, and couldn't help but twitched her lips: "Okay, I know what you are thinking. Don't worry, even if you accept someone, you are still my maid. As long as you are well, this concubine will not let you down."

Du Juan's thoughts were seen through, and her face turned red. She immediately lowered her head and saluted Xia Yunhe: "Thank you, Concubine, for your kindness. From now on, I will serve you more wholeheartedly."

"Okay, let's go to the flower hall and take a look."

When the master and servant arrived at the flower hall, Lan Yu, who was dressed in blue and had a handsome appearance, immediately saluted towards Xia Yunhe.

"Your subordinate Lan Yu greets Concubine Xia. How are you, Concubine Xia?"

"Butler Lan, please stand up quickly. I wonder if Butler Lan has anything to do with you this time?"

As he spoke, his big eyes glanced behind him intentionally or unintentionally.

There are old women and maids, and Dujuan really guessed it. They were the ones who sent people to her?

"I have followed the order of the princess to select several capable maids and servants for Concubine Xia. You can choose a few that you like to keep by your side to serve you."

Was it really someone the little princess sent to deliver it to her?

Xia Yunhe immediately expressed her gratitude, "So it's the princess's love for me. How could I deserve such concern from the princess? And she even asked Butler Lan to come here in person. I would like to thank you."

"You are too polite, Concubine. I have also brought the indentures of these people. The Princess said that if you like them, you can stay. If you don't like them, she will ask the matchmaker to come to the house tomorrow and let you choose them yourself."

Xia Yunhe could not hide her surprise. She obviously did not expect Ling Yuan to be so meticulous at such a young age and to have even thought of this.

It was somewhat beyond her expectations. No wonder she won the prince's favor at such a young age.

It seems that she needs to get to know her again.

"No need to bother any more. The princess personally instructed, and Butler Lan personally brought someone here. How could anything go wrong?"

In Siyou Kingdom, a first-rank princess like Ling Yuan has four senior maids and four second-rank maids serving her.

As for her, who had no rank and was only a concubine arranged by the emperor, she could only have two head maids and two second-class maids.

The concubines and noble concubines below them had one senior maid and two second-class maids.

Now she only has Dujuan by her side, and there are some maids and old women doing menial work in Xia Garden, who are not included in the count.

In other words, she could also pick another chief maid, two second-class maids, a maid for menial tasks, and a old woman for menial tasks, and she could also pick a few more.

All in all, there are five or six people.

It’s no wonder that Lan Yu brought so many people, but I’m afraid her small Xia Garden can’t accommodate so many people, right?

Unexpectedly, Lan Yu seemed to see through her thoughts at a glance, and immediately said in a deep voice: "Once Concubine Xia has finished her selection, I will arrange for you to move. The princess just pointed out the Fuqiu Pavilion in the West Garden to you, Concubine Xia."

Fuqiu Pavilion? He actually pointed out the largest attic in Xiyuan to her?

You have to know that the princess only lives in Taoranju, a not-so-small house in the East Garden. How could she have the right to occupy Fuqiu Pavilion?

Xia Yunhe was a little stunned, and even looked at Lan Yu with suspicion: "Butler Lan, are you sure you heard it right? Is it the largest Fuqiu Pavilion in the West Garden?"

A faint smile flashed across Lan Yu's handsome face, and his every move exuded the unique charm of a mature man. The little maids standing by blushed and their hearts beat fast when they saw such a tall and handsome butler.

"Of course, the princess gave the order herself, so how could it be wrong?"

"But what virtue and ability do I have?" Unexpectedly, before she finished her words, she was stopped by Lan Yu, "You don't have to worry about this, Concubine. Since it was pointed out to you by the Princess, you can move in with peace of mind."

Having said that, Xia Yunhe no longer insisted. She thanked Lan Yu immediately and personally selected six people.

"When will the concubine move? I can come and help."

"Ah, no need. I don't have much stuff. They are enough for me."

"If you have any instructions, tell Lan Yu. Bye."

After seeing Lan Yu off, Xia Yunhe was still a little confused. What on earth did this little princess mean?

Why are you so nice to her?

This was so good that she was a little overwhelmed.

After walking out of the backyard, Lan Yu went directly to Ling Yuan's Taoran Residence.

Although Taoran Residence is not big in the East Garden, it is not small either. In particular, there are no other courtyards around Taoran Residence. It and Xuanyuan Pavilion are located to the east and west respectively, standing on the shore of Youyue Lake, and the scenery is very beautiful.

The most important thing is quietness, which is why Ling Yuan moved here without hesitation.

In the architectural style of Siyou Kingdom, the east is the most valuable. Dongyuan has always been the place where the main owner lives. In addition, Taoranju is close to Youyue Lake, so she can go to Youyue Lake without walking through the streets, which is very convenient.

This is why she loves this place so much. Of course, Xia Yunhe would never understand this because she never had the chance to understand.

Being able to set foot in Dongyuan was already a blessing for her, but it was not easy to understand it better.

After giving a brief report on Xia Garden's affairs, Ling Yuan nodded and said, "I understand. Butler Lan, you have worked hard."

"It is my duty to help the princess and solve her problems, but Princess, do you think I have the power to manage the household?"

Lan Yu was also very depressed. He was a steward of the outer courtyard, but he was forced to get involved in all the miscellaneous affairs in the backyard. It was really a waste of his talent. Especially since Xia Yunhe was appointed as the prince's concubine, he felt more and more that he could no longer take care of these things.

If this continues, not only will he collapse, but his subordinates will also lose face.

It would be a loss of face for a grown man to manage the inner courtyard. It would be a loss of face if others knew about it.

During this period, every time Lan Yu saw her, she looked miserable. Even if Ling Yuan wanted to ignore it, she couldn't.

She stopped forcing him and said, "Alright, I will take back the power of housekeeper. Is this ok?"

"So for this backyard, do we need to choose a suitable daughter-in-law or nanny to help the princess?"

Ling Yuan stroked his chin and nodded, "Do you have a suitable candidate?"

Lan Yu looked at Ling Yuan hesitantly, and Ling Yuan waved her hand at him, "Just say what you want to say. You're not like a man at all if you're being coy."

Lan Yu's mouth twitched. Speaking of which, isn't the little princess's way of speaking a little too direct? What do you mean by unmanly? He just hesitated for a moment.

When my subordinates were helping you manage the harem, why didn't you tell them that they were not like men? How could this little princess have such a poisonous mouth?