Seven days later—
Jiang Yue returned to Yunshui County with her daughter and granddaughters.
Qingsong and Qingyun, this is the family they are taking with them, continuing their journey back to Jinling.
Qingsong said he wanted to sell his property in Jinling and return to his hometown to live a simple life.
Fangfang agreed, so Jiang Yue naturally didn't object.
Qingyun was helpless. Now, he was all alone in Jinling.
Oh no, there's also a godfather.
That girl who was eyeing her mother with predatory intent, yet always cowered and timid...
Liu Shisheng felt that he was getting old and feared that the voices in the court encouraging relatives of the empress to interfere in politics would affect the emperor, so he had always wanted to retire.
However, the emperor's repeated calls of "uncle" softened his heart again and again.
The emperor was about to appoint an empress and select concubines, and his uncle became busy again.
This was a major event for the imperial family, and also a private matter entrusted to him by the emperor.
He had to take it seriously and be extremely careful.
This time, we can't afford to misjudge again!
Oh, by the way, ask that kid Qingyun!
There was another matter he wanted to know how things were progressing...
Western Regions —
Fire Luo.
Yellow sand filled the sky, and the rhythm of camel bells gradually increased in intensity.
A caravan, or rather, a marriage alliance procession, came into view.
Inside the luxurious carriage, a young girl, though still very young, was incomparably beautiful, and lay quietly.
"Wang Ye is really ruthless, just like that, drugging and sending his beautiful young lady to Tianyao for a political marriage~"
In the carriage behind, sat a man and a woman. The woman's hair was styled in a traditional Chinese updo, and her exposed face was...
"What the king does is none of your business. Remember your place and don't overstep your bounds!"
The man who spoke had a cold face, and his braided hair accentuated his exotic bloodline.
The two appear to be a couple, but their relationship doesn't seem very intimate.
"Your Highness, don't forget that five years ago, it was I who saved your life. You promised me that you would give me the most honorable status."
The woman laughed, her bright red fingernails tracing a faint red mark across the man's brow.
"Liang Xiaodie, you've crossed the line!"
Duanmu Chen, oh no, it should be called Jiermumu Ge.
His biological father is Kyrgyz.
Several years ago, after their father disappeared without a trace, the business, wealth, and territory of the Gil family were gradually taken away by the royal family.
Later, he came to Tianyao alone, hiding his identity, hoping to find out where his father was.
He befriended a boy of similar age who was an orphan, gained his trust by deceiving him, obtained information about his background, killed him, took his household registration, assumed his identity, and infiltrated Jinling...
Everything went smoothly. He gained the favor of a powerful figure and infiltrated Yunshui County with a purpose.
Unfortunately, all their efforts were in vain.
"Hmph, I am your lawfully wedded wife, Your Highness. Perhaps you're still coveting someone who isn't yours? How laughable!"
Liang Xiaodie scoffed, her red lips slightly parted, but the words she uttered were unusually harsh.
"So what if I'm a despicable person? Your current position was obtained through deception. You weren't the one who saved me back then!"
Jilmug sneered, his thin lips pursed.
He's blind!
He was not only blinded by hatred, but also deceived by this woman, and lost his love.
"If I obtained it, it's due to my own ability. I'm not that naive and innocent little princess, where everything is planned out for her by others."
Liang Xiaodie gave a self-deprecating laugh, looked away, leaned against a corner of the carriage, and closed her eyes to rest.
Five years have passed, a full five years, and he still hasn't forgotten that person.
Who is she?
Back then, it was she who dragged him, who was seriously injured, through countless hardships, to escape Yunshui County!
It was she who gave everything she had to help him return to Huoluo and reclaim everything that belonged to him!
She wanted more than just the position of the legal wife; she wanted his heart!
If the other party remains obstinate, then...
If you can't have someone, then destroy them!
The envoys from the Western Regions arrived in Jinling a month later.
By this time, all the women selected for the imperial concubine selection had entered the palace, and their training in virtue, etiquette, and palace rules was nearing its end.
Soon, just as the selection of the empress and concubines was about to take place, the princess from the Western Regions arrived, making the atmosphere in the harem much more tense.
In order to facilitate diplomatic relations and trade between the two countries, the young emperor readily agreed after meeting the princess from the Western Regions, bestowing upon her the title of Consort Shu and taking her into his harem.
The other ministers had nothing to object to either, as it concerned the diplomatic relations between the two countries. Conferring a concubine title was not a problem, as long as it wasn't to establish an empress.
Liu Shisheng, however, stared at the man at the head of the envoy's group, frowning and remaining silent.
It was him.......
No wonder the spies searched all over Tianyao but couldn't find any trace of him!
It turns out he wasn't a member of Tianyao!
"Uncle, it's been many years. I wonder how well you are doing?"
When the court session ended, Jilmugo took the initiative to greet everyone.
But, clearly, it was ignored.
Interesting~
Qingyun frowned, and as they brushed past each other, he bumped into him.
They left without apologizing.
"Why are all the officials from Tianyao so impolite?"
An envoy watched this scene with puzzlement, feeling as if he had overlooked something.
Jilmug rubbed his shoulder, his eyes as cold as a venomous snake, staring at the departing person...
Wu Qingyun, the youngest member of Tianyao to enter the Hanlin Academy and the inner cabinet...
He was also the third son of Princess Xiangyun and the third brother of Princess Weng.
Now, he is the powerful Junior Tutor, deeply trusted by the Emperor!
Be careful with your words and actions.
After saying that, Jilmugo patted his shoulder casually.
The princess has been sent to the palace; now, it's time for him to catch up with old friends.
Yunshui County
The weather in July is already unbearably hot.
Jiang Yue is preparing to return to her hometown to retire. She has been packing her luggage for more than half a month and is almost done.
"Grandma, can we not leave?"
Little Six and Little Seven clung to their grandmother pitifully, not wanting her to leave.
Once Grandma leaves home, Father can't protect them at all.
If they make a mistake, are naughty, or cause trouble, their mother will beat them, and they'll be in big trouble!
"Grandma is going back to her hometown. You can come to her hometown during your winter and summer vacations."
Jiang Yue kissed her two twin granddaughters and comforted them for a while.
"Hometown, is it the hometown we went back to last time?"
"I have older sisters and older brothers in my hometown. I love my hometown."
"Yes, that's Grandma's hometown, and also your mother's hometown~"
"Okay then, Grandma, remember to make me a kite. I like yellow ones."
"Me too, I want the red one!"
"Okay, okay, Grandma will make it for you."
......
Outside the courtyard, Qingyao felt sad and confused.
Mother is going back to her hometown. Is Yunshui County in her hands? Can she manage it?
"Don't be afraid, I'm here. I'll always be with you~"
Behind him was Xiao Chang'an's broad chest.
He will always be with her...
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