Chapter 230 If he dares to bully you, I will definitely lead the Southwest Army to raze the Zhou family to the ground!
The Empress summoned him to the palace.
Meng Shilan, dressed in new clothes, met Song Jiyun at the palace gate.
They were all Zhou Congxian's betrothed wives and concubines.
It should have been a scene of intense envy, but both of them remained remarkably calm.
A smug glint flashed in Song Jiyun's eyes. "I hope you will take good care of me when we live under the same roof in the future."
Meng Shilan's smile remained unchanged. "Miss Song is both brave and resourceful, and she managed to save herself from the clutches of the ferocious beast."
"There's no need for anyone else to take care of me."
Song Jiyun smiled and said, "Thank you for the compliment, sister."
“Unlike her older sister, my younger sister has no one to rely on now. If she doesn’t think of a way out for herself, she will die alone and helpless.”
Meng Shilan's smile didn't reach her eyes. "Miss Song, you've turned your life around; you're truly a lone hero."
Song Jiyun looked at the mockery in her eyes and pursed his lips slightly.
It's not the right time yet.
She had to endure it.
When the female official came out to greet her, she consciously took two steps back, falling behind Meng Shilan.
"Please come in, ladies."
The Empress's Phoenix Palace is located in the center of the Imperial City.
Empress Zhang's complexion had improved considerably. She was grateful for Song Jiyun's help and bestowed many fine gifts upon him.
Compared to Zhou Congxian's betrothed wife, he was much more affectionate towards Song Jiyun, his concubine.
"Your Majesty need not worry, this is what I should do."
"Now that I see Your Majesty is in good health, I am relieved."
As soon as she finished speaking, she glanced at Meng Shilan, who was being ignored by everyone.
Empress Zhang pulled Song Jiyun aside and talked for a long time.
She then looked at Meng Shilan and said, "Since it is a predestined fate, we will need to support each other in serving Lord Zhou together in the future."
Meng Shilan lowered her eyes. "Yes, Your Majesty, I will remember your teachings."
Seeing that she was meek and obedient, Empress Zhang said, "You are blessed. His Majesty values Lord Zhou, and you will have many opportunities in the Qing Palace in the future. So, visit him often and have a chat with me."
Meng Shilan had just opened her mouth when Song Jiyun interrupted her.
"As long as Your Majesty doesn't find it troublesome, I will definitely accompany Your Majesty if I have the opportunity to enter the palace."
Empress Zhang smiled and said, "His Majesty has permitted Miss Song to marry into the Zhang family, so I am now considered Miss Song's family member."
"Since she is from the bride's family, I have prepared some dowry for Miss Song."
Song Jiyun immediately knelt down, flattered and overwhelmed.
"How could I accept this? It is already a blessing for me that Your Highness would even see me. How could I possibly accept anything from Your Highness?"
"I'll keep it for you."
Empress Zhang personally helped her up.
Meng Shilan silently shut her mouth.
The two stayed in the palace for almost an hour, and she barely uttered more than two words.
Song Jiyun saved the Empress and received a promise from His Majesty, but only asked to become Zhou Congxian's concubine.
The Empress summoned the two men to the palace.
It's probably to support his savior.
The female official beside the Empress personally escorted the two out of the palace.
When Meng Shilan was getting into the carriage, Song Jiyun stopped her.
"Meng Shilan".
She paused for a moment, then turned around and looked down at Song Jiyun.
At this moment, Song Jiyun's year-end emotions were no longer concealed.
"A pheasant can never become a phoenix."
“Three years ago you would rather fake your death than leave the capital, and now you want to remarry into the Duke of England’s mansion. Be careful that your words do not come true.”
A slight chill ran through Meng Shilan's eyes.
"Yes, Miss Song's words have come true."
"I couldn't get in three years ago, and I hope I won't be stuck at the door again three years later."
"Then we'll really become the laughing stock of the whole capital."
Song Jiyun's face twitched.
She clenched her teeth. "Then thank you for the reminder, sister. I will definitely be more careful this time."
Meng Shilan chuckled softly, then ignored her and turned to get into the carriage.
The carriage of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion sped away.
As Song Jiyun watched the departing carriage, the resentment in his eyes deepened.
As soon as she turned around, a child selling flowers came up to her.
"Would you like some flowers, miss?"
"Get away." Song Jiyun impatiently shoved the child.
The little girl stumbled and almost fell, but she neither cried nor got angry.
"White datura flowers, Miss, do you not need any?"
Song Jiyun's eyes widened in surprise, and finally she subconsciously glanced around.
"How much is one plant?"
The little girl then took two steps forward. "It's not expensive, it's only five copper coins a plant."
Song Jiyun glanced at the child and said, "I want to plant more in the yard. Where can I buy them?"
"The third alley in Ruyi Lane, west of the city."
Which one?
"You'll find out when you get there, Miss." The little girl skipped away.
Three imperial edicts were issued simultaneously from the palace.
The Imperial Astronomical Bureau selected an auspicious date for the three newlyweds.
The following spring equinox, when all things revive and spring brings forth new life, is truly an auspicious day for marriage.
There's still about half a year left, so it's not too rushed.
Madam Zhou was overjoyed as she prepared Song Jiyun's dowry.
Those who know her are aware that her grandson is getting married and taking concubines, but those who don't might think she's marrying off her granddaughter.
In contrast, the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion was much quieter.
Upon receiving the letter, He Ran hurried back to the capital.
She also brought back a strongly worded letter.
When Meng Shilan opened the letter, it was as if she could see her brother standing in front of her, cursing loudly.
Meng Shilan forced herself to finish reading the letter.
"Why is there another one here?"
He Ran hid the letter behind his back. "Ah, this isn't for you."
The imperial edict has been issued and cannot be changed.
Meng Xingjiang is currently at a critical juncture in his mining operations, with hundreds of miners following him. At this crucial moment, not a single mistake can be made.
I heard the news that the three of them were betrothed at the same time.
Even if you're angry, there's nothing you can do.
He Ran looked at her calm face and worried that she was keeping it all bottled up inside.
"Don't be afraid, I'm back. Tonight I'll beat him up and help you get revenge!"
Meng Shilan said, "What's the use of hitting him? His Majesty can't take back his order."
As she spoke, she patted her shoulder reassuringly.
"It's alright, since we're here, we might as well make the best of it. The Duke of England's mansion isn't a den of dragons or tigers, it's not like I haven't been there before."
"I just never expected to go back in this way."
She never expected that her identity would be reversed with Song Jiyun's.
In their previous life, Song Jiyun was the wife, and she was the concubine.
Neither she nor Fu'er survived Song Jiyun's attacks.
In this life, she is the legal wife, with not only her elder brother but also the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion behind her.
Perhaps this is how the gears of fate turn.
It may deviate temporarily, but it will eventually return to its original course.
If she and Song Jiyun are destined to be one dead and one alive.
This time, it must be her giving birth!
He Ran stepped forward and hugged her, "Don't worry, little sister, you have not only the Meng family behind you, but also the He family."
“My eldest and second eldest brothers’ kung fu skills are no less than Zhou Congxian’s.”
"If his family dares to bully you or lay a finger on you, I will lead the Northwest Army to raze the Zhou family to the ground!"
Meng Shilan reached out and hugged her, "With my brother and sister-in-law backing me up, I'm not afraid of anything."
She was once Jiang Shiyao, isolated and helpless.
Now, she has a loving family.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
