Wang Ruo was polite, but Yan Chongmao didn't dare to be too presumptuous: "Madam, that's not right. If it weren't for your help, I would have died in the southern border long ago."
After Wang Ruo slowly put down the teacup in her hand, she reminded him, "Master Yan, you should know that my purpose in saving you is not simple."
Yan Chongmao quickly stood up and bowed, saying, "Of course I understand. Besides reporting the situation in South Vietnam to Madam, I also have a favor to ask."
Without waiting for him to ask, Wang Ruo told him what he wanted to know in a concise and concise manner: "Your son is fine, and your mother is still alive."
"really!"
"nature."
Yan Chongmao had always believed his mother had perished at the hands of the vengeful demons of Huayue Tower, but he hadn't expected Yue Sheng to spare her life. The Yan family's current position was delicate, even within South Vietnam. Although he cared deeply for them, he didn't dare inquire about their whereabouts. He feared that if he could not resist bringing them to his side, he would endanger them. "And please, Madam Lao, keep an eye on them for me."
"The one who looked after me wasn't him, but someone from Qingliang Valley." After saying that, Wang Ruo stood up, straightened his sleeves, and said, "Well, I'm tired too. Lord Yan, please sit down. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave."
"Madam, take care."
After leaving the cave, Yan Chongmao basked in the warm sunlight filtering through the leaves, and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. When Wang Ruo found him, he'd nearly fainted from shock. Emperor Gan Zhao himself probably hadn't anticipated that Wang Zhen actually had a twin sister. They say karma always comes back, and retribution is inevitable. Now, he truly felt it.
After confirming that Yan Chongmao had left, Yao Chen pressed the mechanism on the stone wall, sealing the cave he had entered and exited. The moment the moss-covered boulder fell, Yan Chongmao looked back, but could no longer find the cave entrance.
After confirming the concealment and safety of each cave entrance, Yao Chen gently caught a bird that flew in from outside and found Wang Ruo in the studio: "Master, there's news from the palace that the medicine is running out. I'd like to ask you for some more."
While Wang Ruo was talking about her new work, she said, "It's almost time. Go to the pharmacy and ask someone to bring it in."
...On the other hand, Shangguan Bing'er, having learned that Wang Yanzhou and his men had secretly evaded her and left Qinghe County to return to Qingliang Valley, had no choice but to return to her home in the capital. After recuperating at home for a few months, the anger in her heart could no longer be suppressed.
Some stubborn women just like to act up and can't help wanting to have something they can't get, especially something they can't get, even if deep down they don't like it as much as she shows.
"Meet Zhaoyi."
When Lin Zirong realized someone was coming to pay her respects, she guessed who it was before the maid could say anything. Shangguan Bing'er had previously pursued Wang Yanzhou in Qinghe County, even kneeling in public, without anyone even glancing at her. Now, after returning to the capital, she was thinking of bothering her.
Even though she knew why Shangguan Bing'er came, Lin Zirong still smiled and asked, "Please sit down. Miss Shangguan, how come you have time to come to me today?"
Shangguan Bing'er bowed her head and said, "My father has gone to the palace to report on his duties, so I have come here to pay my respects to the Zhaoyi."
Lin Zirong said, "If you have something to say, just say it directly. I don't like beating around the bush."
Shangguan Bing'er knelt on the ground upon hearing this and pleaded, "Zhaoyi, please understand. Bing'er does have something I would like you to do for me."
A hint of mockery flashed across Lin Zirong's lips as she said, "I'm just a weak woman in the deep palace. I'm afraid I can't help Miss Shangguan."
Shangguan Bing'er had come so many times before, and although she had never mentioned Wang Yanzhou in a single word, she had come for him. She had also shown her various talents and shared her views on love, laying the groundwork. Today, was she finally going to be straightforward? Sorry, she didn't want to hear this yet.
Shangguan Bing'er saw Lin Zirong stood up and was about to leave before she could finish, so she hurriedly said loudly, "Bing'er has come here for the prince, I hope Zhaoyi will grant you this favor."
Lin Zirong originally wanted to leave, but just now, she suddenly thought of a brilliant plan that could get rid of this annoying woman and help Wang Yanzhou deal with an unpleasant follower: "Oh, you guys go down first."
After the palace attendants had retreated outside, Shangguan Bing'er knelt on the ground, straightened her back, and said righteously, "Tang Chen is just a country girl, not worthy of the prince at all. Although Bing'er is not as good as Zhaoyi, her love for the prince is clear to see. I would like to ask Zhaoyi to help me!"
Lin Zirong smiled. Tang Chen was not worthy, but Wang Yanzhou really liked that woman. As for Shangguan Bing'er, she couldn't see any advantages over Tang Chen. "How do you want me to fulfill your wish?"
Shangguan Bing'er knew that Lin Zirong, like Liang Shuyi, had been in love with Wang Yanzhou before entering the palace. Now that Liang Shuyi and she were both married, she must understand her feelings and share her deep hatred for Tang Chen. "Zhaoyi is the closest person to your majesty. Bing'er is being rude. I'd like to ask Zhaoyi to say a few good words to your majesty."
Lin Zirong said with an embarrassed look on her face, "His Majesty was also very angry about the matter between you two. Even if I wanted to help, I am powerless."
Shangguan Bing'er didn't listen to these polite words and immediately kowtowed to Lin Zirong: "As long as Zhaoyi agrees, I will repay you with gratitude in the future!"
Lin Zirong rubbed his forehead tiredly and said, "Speaking of which, the current momentum of Qingliang Valley is very different from before. You, simply want to find a suitable husband, which is difficult but also easy. You can return home with your father, and I will make the arrangements."
"Thank you, Zhaoyi! Thank you, Zhaoyi!"
When Shangguan Bing'er reached the palace gate, Shangguan Xi had already come out of the imperial study and was waiting for her there. After the father and daughter left the palace, Shangguan Xi asked about the situation.
Shangguan Bing'er replied with a bright smile: "Lin Zirong agreed."
Shangguan Xi said with some concern: "This woman was also obsessed with Wang Yanzhou. You have to think carefully."
Shangguan Bing'er said, "Who the hell is that Tang Chen? How can he be worthy of the prince?"
"In any case, they are already married. Even if Wang Yanzhou really agrees, you won't be the principal wife after you enter the mansion. How can you call your father at ease?"
"As long as I can enter the Qingliang Palace, my daughter will have her own plans."
"..." Old Man Shangguan said, his eyelids twitching constantly, as if something bad was about to happen. Although Lin Zirong was now the most prominent figure in the palace, he was still an outsider. No matter what, he had to be careful.
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