Chapter 144 What else can she do?

Ever since the incident with the Pei family, the second branch of the Ruan family was brought back to the Ruan Mansion. Ruan Xiaoyue's health had almost recovered, so Ruan Chenglin planned to move back to the villa, but was stopped by his eldest brother Ruan Chengfu.

Ruan Chenglin was too embarrassed to stay at home: "Brother, we are able to get out of prison alive this time, thanks to the Prime Minister. We must not stay at home. If there are any complications in this case, you will also be implicated."

Ruan Chengfu knew that this was risky, but he didn't plan to let them move out: "You returned to the Ruan Mansion after you got out of prison. It's too late to sever ties with them now. You should think carefully about your relationship with the Pei family and prepare a divorce letter to send to Jingzhao Prefecture."

"But Pei Chong is not going to the right path now. Can the divorce be successful?"

"Father, please give it a try first. I have two secret letters from him to Qizhou. If you present these to Jingzhao Prefecture, even if they cannot atone for your crime, they can still be used as bargaining chips."

Ruan Xiaoyue came here with the help of her sister. The situation was changing rapidly. Even if it wasn't for herself, she couldn't just watch her parents and siblings being implicated with her.

Regardless of whether the divorce is successful or not, the father presented the evidence, and presenting the evidence is a merit.

Ruan Chenglin had never expected his daughter to have a back-up plan: "Can we show this to the Prime Minister?"

Ruan Xiaoyue nodded: "I copied the letter and gave it to my sister."

When Ruan Qinghuan came back, he heard that his uncle had gone to Jingzhao Prefecture, and he knew that he had gone there to discuss the divorce.

She had discussed this matter with He'an. Although it was not easy to handle, it also showed that Ruan Xiaoyue would never go along with Pei Chong.

In the past, the two would be on edge and quarrel constantly whenever they met. Now that the second house has caused such a big mess, Ruan Chengfu is worried that his daughter will get angry and quarrel with Xiaoyue again, so he wants to coax her back to the East Courtyard.

Unexpectedly, her daughter helped Xiaoyue to Jingxin Pavilion.

It seemed that both of them were in a very calm mood, not at all like their previous angry look.

Every experience makes one wiser. As an uncle, he hopes Xiaoyue has really let it go.

**

On the way, Ruan Xiaoyue was obviously a little nervous. She didn't know whether what she had asked Ruan Qinghuan for earlier would be successful. After all, she was a criminal and could not leave the capital.

The two of them walked very slowly, letting Xiaorou go to Jingxin Pavilion first.

Ruan Qinghuan knew that she was worried and looked embarrassed.

Ruan Xiaoyue guessed that this would be the result: "Sister, you don't have to do this. I have already prepared myself mentally."

Ruan Qinghuan: "Can you really think positively?"

"There's nothing to worry about. I want to go to Qizhou in the hope of catching Pei Chong. This way I can make up for my mistakes. But I'm a criminal now. How can I leave the capital easily?"

After what happened with the Pei family, she had indeed changed.

In the original book, even until the very end, when she had no more value to Pei Chong, she still did not realize that she had done anything wrong.

Instead, he blamed all the misfortunes on the women around Pei Chong, believing that it was their appearance that caused Pei Chong to change his heart.

Ruan Qinghuan didn't keep it a secret any longer: "We will set off in two days and head to Qizhou."

Ruan Xiaoyue was shocked and even more puzzled. She knew that it was thanks to her efforts that the Prime Minister was able to be persuaded to let her go with him.

**

Ever since the Qi family encountered trouble again, everyone in the Qi family thought that the Jiang family would regret the engagement. No one expected that the Jiang family would actually come to pick up the bride as scheduled.

When Qi Yuanchang in prison heard the news, a glimmer of hope rose in his despair.

His life or death is uncertain now, but if his sons and daughters can have a glimmer of hope, it would be a blessing from heaven, and he would die with peace of mind.

In a run-down manor outside Beijing, Qi Siwei was dressed in luxurious wedding clothes, which was out of tune with everything around her.

She originally thought that she would die on the wedding day, which would not only preserve her family but also her reputation.

But now, her father has been imprisoned again, and her brother will be detained for trial tomorrow. In this way, if she dies again, her parents and brother will really be left without anyone to rely on.

Fortunately, the Jiang family did not break off the engagement. After she entered the mansion, she would tell the Qi family and Prince Chen everything about their conspiracy. Perhaps Lord Jiang would help her out for fear of being implicated.

After all, after today, he would be the son-in-law of the Qi family, and it would be impossible for him to get away with it.

"Girl, today is your big day, so you must cherish this opportunity." The words of the maid beside her hit Qi Siwei's heart.

Yun Yi, the personal maid, had long disliked her: "You are just a servant, how can you interfere in the young lady's affairs?"

"Okay Yunyi, stop talking."

This is the person arranged by Princess Chen to be by her side. Naturally, she is a bit domineering. Now that the Qi family is in trouble again, she is even more fearless.

Yun Yi pushed her aside and said, "Don't worry, young lady. Even at this time, Lord Jiang is still willing to marry you. He is a man of integrity and will not neglect you in the future."

**

The political situation was turbulent and the atmosphere in the capital became increasingly confusing.

The Prime Minister and General Ji were ordered to rush to Qizhou to investigate the grain storage issue, and the affairs of the capital were handed back to Lord Jiang.

Upon hearing that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince would come in person to congratulate them today, the other officials naturally did not dare to neglect him.

The sounds of gongs and drums, red lights and red ribbons, the festive feeling temporarily distracted the officials from the affairs of the court, and they felt a little relaxed while toasting each other.

In stark contrast to this joyous atmosphere was Qi Siwei who was in the backyard.

It was getting darker and darker, almost midnight.

The noise in the front yard became fainter. I guess most of the guests have left. Jiang Jie should be back soon, right?

I couldn't help but feel more nervous. The handkerchief in my hand was wrapped tightly around my fingers, leaving a clear line.

As the door was pushed open with a bang, her subconscious body shuddered.

The two maids greeted him and said, "Hello, sir."

Yun Yi hurriedly prepared the wedding wine, waiting to lift the lid and present it to them, but...

Perhaps the lord drank too much, his face didn't look good, and there seemed to be a hint of anger in it, which made people feel cold in their hearts.

Qi Siwei could hear her own frantic heartbeat.

This day finally came, but she had no way out. She only hoped that the things she had planned before could be accomplished, so as not to offend King Chen and to resolve the relationship between her and Jiang Jie.

The veil was lifted. Looking at the submissive woman in front of him, Jiang Jie sneered, "Why, Madam, are you not happy to marry into the Jiang family?"

"I...I dare not. It is my blessing to marry you, sir."

"Really?" Jiang Jie pulled him to the table and picked up the wine glass: "In that case, let's drink this wine."

Qi Siwei didn't dare to refuse and subconsciously glanced at the maid that Princess Chen had given her.

The other party had dressed up carefully today, and Jiang Jie happened to be drunk right now. As long as he could fool around through tonight, he would have escaped.

After drinking, Qi Siwei dismissed Yun Yi and ordered Lian Yao to change clothes for Jiang Jie.

Jiang Jie narrowed his eyes slightly when he heard this, but he did not say anything to stop him.

He wanted to see what other tricks she could come up with.