Wei Hanzhou has been working in the Hanlin Academy today. When the time came, thinking about what happened last night, he returned home on time.

However, when he returned home, he heard from Mrs. Chen that Liu Tangxi had gone out early in the morning and had not returned yet.

At that moment, Wei Hanzhou had a bad feeling in his heart, and hurriedly asked Mrs. Chen whether Liu Tangxi had told her where she had been.

Unfortunately, Mrs. Chen only knew that someone had sent a visiting card to Liu Tangxi that day and heard the word "Marquis' Mansion", but she didn't know which Marquis' Mansion it was.

Wei Hanzhou always felt that something had happened that he didn't know about. Thinking of Liu Tangxi's recent abnormal behavior, he went out without changing his green court robe.

There are only so many marquisates in the capital, you can find out by asking which one is having a banquet today.

Coincidentally, just after leaving the mansion, he met Huang Fucheng who was riding back on horseback.

Huang Fucheng's attitude towards him today was very different from the previous few days. He was no longer sarcastic, but his eyes were full of deep meaning when he looked at him.

"I have met Huang Fucheng."

No matter how anxious he was, Wei Hanzhou still saluted him respectfully.

When Wei Hanzhou saluted him before, Huang Fucheng was quite proud, but now, he couldn't be proud anymore. He thought, he is the son-in-law of Marquis Huai En, does it matter if he is only one-and-a-half rank lower in rank?

The only thing where he was better than Wei Hanzhou was his wife, but now, this advantage had become his disadvantage.

The wife he married was just the daughter of the Dali Temple Shaoqing, and a concubine's daughter, but the one Wei Hanzhou married was the legitimate daughter of the marquis's mansion.

It's true that comparing yourself to others makes you feel thwarted.

However, Marquis Huai'en supports the third prince and is on the side of the crown prince.

The Third Prince and the Crown Prince are at odds, so they are enemies.

"Mr. Wei is too polite." Huang Fucheng said rather coldly.

After that, he made a few more sarcastic remarks to him, "Now Editor Wei's status is different from before. In the future, I hope Editor Wei will give me more support because we are neighbors."

Wei Hanzhou frowned, not understanding what he meant.

"Oh, looking at you like this, don't you know? Your wife is the eldest daughter of Marquis Huai'en who has been missing for many years. Isn't Wei Xiuzhuan the son-in-law of Marquis Huai'en? Congratulations."

This congratulation was said in a very half-hearted way.

A hint of surprise flashed across Wei Hanzhou's eyes.

Huai'en Marquis Mansion?

He remembered that there was a girl in the Marquis Huai'en's Mansion whom the Third Prince liked very much. He also heard that the girl was extremely intelligent and was known as the most talented woman in the capital.

Marquis Huai En also supports the third prince.

In addition, Marquis Huai'en also wanted to marry his concubine's daughter to him.

These are probably all the impressions Wei Hanzhou has of the Marquis Huai'en Mansion.

After thinking for a moment, Wei Hanzhou walked to the Marquis Huai'en's Mansion.

However, the concierge was very cold to him.

Wei Hanzhou felt a little depressed.

It was normal for the Marquis's family to look down on him, the top scholar, as they were of high status. However, when he thought of his wife in the mansion, his face turned a little colder.

I don’t know whether the Marquis’ Mansion looks down on him or my lady has other ideas.

After waiting for about a quarter of an hour, Wei Hanzhou finally went in.

This quarter of an hour seemed very long to Wei Hanzhou, and he thought about many things.

From the day I first met Liu Tangxi, I thought about yesterday.

Liu Tangxi was not sincere in marrying him at first. She wanted to use his mother's help to avoid the human traffickers. Later, she also wanted to escape.

Liu Tangxi seemed to be worried recently.

However, he could let her escape at first, but now...

Wei Hanzhou narrowed his eyes slightly and his face turned extremely cold.

The servants who served Wei Hanzhou in the Marquis's Mansion did not show much respect to him, and the steward was even more contemptuous.

Wei Hanzhou said nothing and followed the steward silently.

He doesn't care about anything else, except his wife...

When he arrived at the backyard, Wei Hanzhou finally saw Liu Tangxi.

Amidst a pile of silks and satins, he immediately spotted Liu Tangxi, who was wearing a dress in the color of Xiang Fei.

Familiar yet strange.

She looks somewhat similar to some of her brothers and sisters, and even more like Huai Enhou.

It was as if she belonged here and had nothing to do with him.

So, she doesn't plan to go back with him?

Wei Hanzhou's heart sank gradually.

While he was thinking, the next moment, she flew back to him like a butterfly.

As soon as he heard her speak, Wei Hanzhou's heart, which had been uneasy for a long time, finally calmed down.

The dark clouds overhead also dissipated in an instant.

As long as she doesn't leave him, everything will be fine.

Liu Tangxi is the same as him.

She had experienced so many things throughout the day. First, she went to the Wenchang Marquis' Mansion and met many familiar people. Then, she returned to the Huai'en Marquis' Mansion. In the Huai'en Marquis' Mansion, she met the original owner's mother and the heroine.

After meeting the heroine, she became very nervous and was always careful and attentive, for fear that she would be killed by the heroine by accident.

She looked smart, calm and composed, but she was actually very panicked.

Seeing Wei Hanzhou now, she felt that she was finally no longer fighting alone and had someone to rely on.

She felt a little regretful that she had not told Wei Hanzhou before. If she had told him earlier, they could have come together and she wouldn't have to carry the burden alone.

She never knew, unknowingly, that she had become so dependent on Wei Hanzhou.

Wei Hanzhou held Liu Tangxi's hand tightly and said softly, "Well, your husband is here."

Liu Tangxi laughed happily, but as she laughed, tears began to flow.

"Why did you come just now?" Liu Tangxi continued to complain while pulling Wei Hanzhou's sleeve.

However, after she said it, her voice was very low, and it didn't sound like she was complaining, but rather like she was being coquettish.

Seeing her tears, Wei Hanzhou felt distressed and raised his hand to gently wipe them away.

"cough!"

At this moment, an inopportune voice sounded.

Liu Tangxi was startled. She was so excited to see Wei Hanzhou that she forgot where she was. At this moment, when she heard Huai Enhou's voice, she lowered her head and wiped the tears from her face.

Wei Hanzhou glanced at Liu Tangxi.

Liu Tangxi shook her head slightly at him.

Afterwards, Wei Hanzhou and Liu Tangxi looked at Marquis Huai En at the same time.

I saw Marquis Huai En looking at Wei Hanzhou with a cold face.

"Greetings, Your Excellency." Wei Hanzhou saluted Marquis Huai'en.

"I have long heard of Wei Xiuzhuan's great name, but today is the first time I have met him. Wei Xiuzhuan is indeed a man of talent." Marquis Huai En said coldly.

These words were purely polite remarks. Not to mention the palace banquet, they also attended court together early this morning.

Huai Enhou felt very unhappy.

Why does my daughter feel like she has gone to a den of wolves when she returns to her parents' home? Is this place so different? Is there anyone who dares to bully her?

She is his legitimate daughter and the most noble young mistress in the mansion. She has always been the one to bully others. Who dares to provoke her?

Is she so excited when she sees Wei Hanzhou?

Thinking of this, Marquis Huai En looked at his eldest daughter and sighed slightly.

"You are too polite, sir." Wei Hanzhou said in the same cold tone.

Although he appeared respectful and impeccable on the surface, there was not much respect in his tone.

Liu Tangxi could naturally hear that Marquis Huai En disliked Wei Hanzhou.

However, I don’t know whether Marquis Huai’en was displeased because Wei Hanzhou’s status was not high, or because Wei Hanzhou married his daughter without saying a word.

Or maybe both.

"I got a fine wolf-hair brush a few days ago. I wonder if Wei Xiuzhuan would be interested in taking a look?"

“Yes.”

"Dad, my daughter is also interested, why don't we go together?" Liu Tangxi interrupted.

Liu Tangxi was not stupid, she naturally knew that Marquis Huai En wanted to talk to Wei Hanzhou privately. But she was really worried and didn't want Wei Hanzhou to face Marquis Huai En alone.

Marquis Huai En didn't care much about her, his legitimate daughter, let alone his son-in-law Wei Hanzhou, who was a sixth-rank official.

However, Wei Hanzhou patted her hands and gave her a reassuring look.

After Wei Hanzhou left with Marquis Huai En, Liu Tangxi still had a look of reluctance on his face.

Liu Xuan'an had been staring at Liu Tangxi's expression.

What Liu Tangxi had just done really overturned her previous understanding of herself.

She had lived two lives and had seen many people and events, so she could naturally tell that Liu Tangxi must have been expressing her true feelings just now. She really liked and depended on this sixth-rank official in front of her.

And those during the day are just pretend.

It was clear that Liu Tangxi liked the third prince the most before, and she often said in front of her that she would become the third prince's consort and the empress in the future.

She admitted that this new champion was very capable and that his future career would certainly be good, and it was possible for him to be made a marquis or a prime minister. However, she could also see that he had no ambition and could not possibly become the emperor.

So, why does Liu Tangxi, who has been reborn, like this top scholar?

Is it because of love?

Were they a couple in their previous life?

If this is true, she can rest assured.

However, everything remains to be seen.

Liu Tangxi had caused her a lot of trouble in the past, so she couldn't take it lightly.

Liu Tangxi was looking at Wei Hanzhou's back when Nanny Shao came over with an anxious look on her face.

"Young lady, please go and see her. The lady has woken up and has been saying that she wants to see you."

After hearing this, Liu Tangxi quickly gathered her thoughts and followed Madam Shao back to the main courtyard.

As soon as I arrived at the main courtyard, I saw Yin coming out supported by her maid.

Liu Tangxi was startled and ran over to support her.

"Mom, why did you come out?"

Yin held Liu Tangxi's hand and said nervously, "Mother thought I was dreaming all day and you disappeared again, so I hurried out to look for you."

Hearing this, Liu Tangxi sniffed and said in a muffled voice, "Mother, my daughter is really back. You don't have to worry. Just take good care of yourself."

"Yes." Yin looked at her daughter's face and agreed with a smile.

It was a cool night, and Liu Tangxi held Yin's arm and walked into the house.

Yin had slept the whole day and was not sleepy now, so she sat on the bed and chatted with her daughter.

At first, she didn't say a word, just stared at her daughter.

After looking for a while, he started asking questions.

"How have you been these past two years?"

Liu Tangxi looked at Yin's eyes and said, "You're doing pretty well."

"real?"

Liu Tangxi nodded, "Really."

"You don't have to lie to me. I have thought it through now. The person you loved the most in the past was the Third Prince, so you must have had no choice but to marry the number one scholar. If you still want to marry the Third Prince, I will definitely find a way for you." Yin said.

When she saw her daughter in the morning, she was just excited and happy that her daughter had returned, and didn't think much about this matter. But now her mind was much clearer, and she thought a lot, and the more she thought about it, the more she felt that this matter couldn't be like this.

Marry the Third Prince? The man who killed her in the end in the book? Liu Tangxi couldn't help but shudder and said quickly, "Mother, you forgot that I have lost my memory and don't remember the Third Prince. I think my life is pretty good now."

When Yin heard her daughter say this, she sighed and said, "How can a top scholar be worthy of my daughter? Your marriage is not known to your mother and father, so it doesn't count."

"Mom, it's really not necessary. My daughter is doing very well, and my husband treats me very well, too."

Madam Shao had just heard some things and had seen her daughter's attachment to her aunt. Now that the daughter had married the number one scholar, even if they divorced, she might not be able to marry into a noble family.

As for marrying the third prince? It's really not a good thing.

After all, the third prince likes the second daughter and is not nice to their daughter.

Moreover, after observing for a day, she found that her daughter was different from before.

It looked powerful in the past, but it had no real effect.

Now it looks soft and fluffy, but it is difficult to bully.

Besides, doesn’t the girl like the top scholar?

"Madam, didn't you praise the number one scholar for his good character at the palace banquet that day? If the young lady likes him, I think it would be a good idea for her to be with him. They are a perfect match." Madam Shao advised.

After hearing this, Liu Tangxi thought that as long as Madam Shao didn't involve matters related to the heroine, she seemed quite wise. Once she involved the heroine, she immediately became a shrewd slave.

"At that time, I didn't know that he was Xixi's husband. If I had known, I would definitely be dissatisfied." Yin pursed her lips and said.

Madam Shao smiled and said, "You forgot that the number one scholar was devoted to the girl until his death. The emperor ordered him to divorce her, but he refused."

After hearing this, Yin's face looked much better.

In order to prevent Yin from doing anything behind her back and marrying her to the third prince, Liu Tangxi thought about it for a while and continued, "Mother, after all, it was my mother-in-law who saved me. Otherwise, my daughter might have really been sold to a brothel."

Hearing the word "brothel", Yin's face changed again, and she said with some fear, "It's all mother's fault for not taking good care of you."

"How can you blame your mother? Your daughter is back safe and sound now. My mother-in-law is very kind to me, and my husband is also very kind to me."

"Oh, our family is too poor." Yin sighed.

"Mother, when my husband became the top scholar, he did not abandon his daughter just because she was sold by a human trafficker, and he even withstood the pressure from the emperor. Now that my daughter has become a marquis's daughter, how can you abandon him just because his family is poor?" Liu Tangxi continued.

These words made Yin feel a little relieved.

"The girl is right, my uncle is a kind and caring person." Aunt Shao helped.

"The grade is too low." Yin said again.

"Although my husband's family is poor and of low status, a small family has its advantages. At least, there are not so many worries at home." Liu Tangxi said.

Hearing this, Yin nodded slightly.

"Besides, I have such a powerful family, so he doesn't dare to take in a concubine."

"She dares! I'll beat him to death!" Yin said with a cold face.

"That's right. He wouldn't dare to do that since his mother is here. So, my daughter thinks it's a good idea to marry him." Liu Tangxi said with a smile.

Yin thought of the troublesome concubines, illegitimate sons and daughters in the mansion and sighed again.

It would be a good thing if my daughter didn't have to go through this.

Gradually, Yin finally nodded and tacitly agreed to the marriage.

Next, Yin asked her daughter how she had been living in the countryside over the past two years.

Liu Tangxi pondered for a moment. She felt that she lived a comfortable and carefree life, but if she stood in Yin's perspective, she would inevitably feel sad after hearing about her life. And Yin was not in good health now, so she thought that she should not provoke her for the time being.

"Mom, your daughter is back. We will have plenty of time to talk about these things later. Why don't you take the medicine first and have a good rest after taking it? When you are well, your daughter will slowly tell you everything."

Yin was already feeling a little tired, and after hearing what her daughter said, she nodded.

Afterwards, Liu Tangxi personally fed Yin the medicine.

After taking the medicine, Yin lay down.

However, after lying down, her eyes were still looking at Liu Tangxi, holding her hand tightly, and she dared not close her eyes.

"Mom, don't worry, your daughter will be here with you tonight."

Yin smiled slightly, held her daughter's hand, and finally closed her eyes with satisfaction.

On the other side, Marquis Huai En was talking to Wei Hanzhou in the study.

Marquis Huai'en was much calmer than Yin. To be exact, he didn't care about his daughter as much as Yin did.

He was indeed dissatisfied with his son-in-law as a father, but more importantly, as a marquis, he was thinking about the entire court situation.

His daughter had already married him. Even if he was not satisfied, this top scholar was already his son-in-law. Moreover, if they really divorced, it would be difficult for his daughter to marry someone better. Moreover, the eldest daughter would not compete with the second daughter for the third prince, which was also a happy event.

Thinking about it now, it seems like he picked up a son-in-law who was the top scholar in the imperial examination for nothing.

After giving Wei Hanzhou a few mild jabs, Marquis Huai En said, as if giving alms, "The emperor has a bad impression of you, and the Hanlin Academy is not good. The third prince has quite a few connections in the Ministry of Personnel. You can report to the Ministry of Personnel in a few days."

Wei Hanzhou's expression remained the same as before. After hearing this, he very respectfully declined, "I am not very talented and knowledgeable. I am afraid that I will not be able to take on the task. I am afraid that I will disappoint the good intentions of the Marquis. It is better for me to continue to stay in the Hanlin Academy."

Upon hearing this, Marquis Huai En became unhappy.

How many people wanted to be his son-in-law but failed, and how many people begged him to give them an official position? But even after he gave it to them, there were still some people who didn't want it.

Oh.

As expected, he is from the country and has a short-sighted vision.

"After spending a few years in the Hanlin Academy, the best thing would be to go to the Ministry of Personnel and wait for a few more decades before entering the imperial court. Now that you are the top scholar, it will only benefit you if you can wait a few fewer years. Just be prepared mentally, and don't worry about the rest." Marquis Huai En was a little impatient.

Wei Hanzhou clenched his fist, then unclenched it, calmed down, and said, "Thank you for your advice, Lord. I am not qualified enough."

The prince is cruel and the emperor dislikes him, so it is only a matter of time before he is deposed.

The power of the third prince is growing day by day, and he has many supporters, so he is likely to ascend the throne. However, supporting the crown prince is the orthodoxy.

Moreover, there is Prince Jian, who was recalled by the Emperor and whose military force is growing stronger and stronger.

He has no foundation in the court now, so it is better for him to help no one and just be loyal to the emperor.

No matter who comes to power, he will be loyal to the emperor and will not be completely purged.

In this way, he can protect himself as well as his home.

Having said that, what else is there that Huai Enhou doesn't understand?

He originally thought that this person was insightful, but unexpectedly he was still a nerd, a short-sighted nerd.

It's really disappointing for him.

After the two men exchanged a few more words, Marquis Huai En became impatient to see this son-in-law who was ignorant of current affairs, so he raised his hand and asked him to leave without mentioning anything about Liu Tangxi.

Wei Hanzhou came out of the study.

The steward at the gate did not lead him toward the inner courtyard, but led him out.

Wei Hanzhou's face looked extremely ugly.

Just as he was about to walk through the hanging flower gate and outside, suddenly, a man appeared at the corner.

"Husband~"

In the darkness, the red lantern shone on Liu Tangxi's face, and her face also turned red. Occasionally, a cool breeze blew, and her restless hair blew on her face, and together with her sweet smile, she looked like a fairy in the dark night.

Wei Hanzhou's expression returned to normal in an instant and he walked quickly towards Liu Tangxi.

"Why are you waiting here?" Wei Hanzhou asked.

Liu Tangxi smiled and said, "I knew that the Marquis wouldn't be too kind to you..."

Having said this, Liu Tangxi suddenly realized that he had said the wrong thing and quickly looked at the manager beside him.

"Well, um, I want to talk to my husband. Don't follow me." As she said that, Liu Tangxi grabbed Wei Hanzhou's hand and walked towards the small garden beside them.

When he reached a deserted place, Liu Tangxi stopped.

Wei Hanzhou looked down at the two people's clasped hands and asked, "How long have you been waiting? Why are your hands so cold?"

Liu Tangxi smiled and said, "Not long ago, I just arrived."

Liu Tangxi has actually been waiting here for a while.

Thinking of the look on Marquis Huai'en's face when he looked at Wei Hanzhou just now, and then thinking of what Madam Shao had said in the morning, and Yin's attitude towards Wei Hanzhou just now, she felt that Marquis Huai'en would not say anything good to Wei Hanzhou.

I guess even if I didn't force Wei Hanzhou to divorce her, I would have said something else.

Thinking that she had not yet explained her identity clearly to Wei Hanzhou, she thought about it and came out after Yin fell asleep.

However, she did not go in to disturb them, but waited outside.

Wei Hanzhou wrapped Liu Tangxi's hand in his palm and warmed her.

Liu Tangxi looked down and her smile widened. However, she still had something to ask.

"What did my dad just tell you?"

"Nothing."

When Liu Tangxi heard this, she was immediately dissatisfied. This bastard was always a tight-lipped person when it came to this kind of thing and wouldn't tell her the truth.

"Does my father think you are not worthy of me and is forcing you to divorce me? Come to think of it, I have now become the legitimate daughter of a marquis, and you are just a small sixth-rank official. You are not worthy of me." Liu Tangxi said with a smile.

This sounds like a joke.

Wei Hanzhou glanced at her and said calmly, "My lady, you are overthinking."

Liu Tangxi felt a little disappointed. It seemed that Marquis Huai En was really good at scheming.

"Really?"

Just as she was thinking about this, Wei Hanzhou asked a question, "When did you know your identity?"

Liu Tangxi was stunned for a moment and looked at Wei Hanzhou blankly.

Wei Hanzhou was completely shrouded in darkness, except for his pair of eyes, which were frighteningly bright.

Liu Tangxi was a little nervous, swallowed his saliva, and said, "I just found out today."

"Oh, really?" Wei Hanzhou asked back indifferently.

"Of course it's true." Liu Tangxi blinked, "Today I went to visit the Marquis Wenchang's mansion and was recognized by the old lady. Then I went back home with my two sisters."

"Oh." Wei Hanzhou's tone was still cold.

Liu Tangxi felt that Wei Hanzhou did not believe her. She looked left and right, thinking about what happened during the day, and began to think about how to explain it in a more reasonable way.

Got it!

"Why didn't you tell me what you said at the palace banquet that day? It almost made me embarrassed today!"

Wei Hanzhou frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and said, "I remember that what I said that day was all true."

"Even if it's the truth, what if I don't want to say it? People will think I'm a liar. It's all your fault for not telling me clearly. I wasn't prepared."

So, blame him?

However, whether she had lost her memory or not, and when she knew her identity, was not the most important thing to him.

As long as she is still with him and is his wife, that's enough.

Since she didn't want to talk, he didn't ask.

Wei Hanzhou didn't want to dwell on this matter any more, and said, "It's cold, let's go home."

Liu Tangxi pursed her lips.

"Hmm?" Wei Hanzhou turned his head to look at her.

"Well, how about you go back alone first." Liu Tangxi said in a low voice.

Wei Hanzhou's expression suddenly turned cold.

Seeing his expression, Liu Tangxi was a little afraid to continue, but she still had to finish what she had to say. "Uh, well, my mother is sick, very sick, and I have to take care of her here. She hasn't seen me for two years, and she's sad when she can't see me."

Taking care of your parents is a natural thing to do.

Even if Wei Hanzhou was unhappy, he would not stop it.

"Yeah." Wei Hanzhou responded sullenly, "When will you go back?"

"Maybe in a few days." Liu Tangxi patted Wei Hanzhou on the shoulder and said, "Don't be sad, and don't miss me too much. I will be back soon."

Wei Hanzhou raised his head and glanced at her. His eyes were extremely deep, as if filled with dissatisfaction.

Seeing this look, Liu Tangxi looked around, and seeing that there was no one around, she stood on tiptoe and kissed Wei Hanzhou on the cheek.

This was the first time that Liu Tangxi took the initiative to kiss Han Zhou. After the kiss, she didn't dare to look at his expression and ran away quickly with a red face.

Wei Hanzhou stood there for a long time, touched his cheek, and a smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

Afterwards, he put away his smile, looked sullen, and walked out of the mansion.