Chapter 604: Chapter 604: Filed an Imperial Complaint “Your elder brother treats me extremely well…” Ye Jiu pursed her lips and smiled gently yet shyly, “I am naturally willing to bear him more children, and when the time comes, adopting a few out to you guys won’t be a problem.” Leng Yu Yan’s lips twitched, she was about to ask for ointment, and that still counted as good treatment? Having had those kinds of dreams repeatedly last year, in her subconscious, matters between men and women were completely torturous. Seeing a gentleness in Ye Jiu’s smile that wasn’t there before, Leng Yu Yan shook her head and turned back to continue searching for the ointment. Ye Jiu leaned in close, speaking softly, “Something that reduces swelling would be best, do you have such an ointment?” Hearing this, Leng Yu Yan’s hands trembled, it was pure torture. As long as her elder brother and sister-in-law felt happy, it had nothing to do with her beliefs. Thinking this, Leng Yu Yan handed a Jade Bottle to Ye Jiu, “Here, this one is good.” Ye Jiu took it with a grateful smile, holding tight, “Thank you, Yan’er!” “No need to thank me, it’s just that I have a problem on my side.” “The mother wants me and His Highness to have four children, two boys and two girls, can you bear four more?” Leng Yu Yan blinked her eyes, looking expectantly at Ye Jiu. “Four is a bit much, plus the children we originally planned to have…” Suddenly, Ye Jiu smiled, “If your elder brother and I try hard, it surely won’t be a problem!” Leng Yu Yan happily hugged Ye Jiu’s shoulders, “Good sister-in-law!” Soon after, Li Yuyue led Ye Jiu away from the Yanyue Residence. Ye Jiu showed the Jade Bottle she held to Li Yuyue, “Yan’er’s sister gave it; even the bottle looks so nice, the ointment inside must be effective!” “Of course, Yan’er’s medical skills are indeed exquisite!” Li Yuyue’s voice was low and deep, “You haven’t led my sister astray, have you?” “No, Yan’er is very innocent, just now her face was even redder than mine.” Hearing this, Li Yuyue felt relieved about letting Ye Yiheng stay at the Yanyue Residence. Leng Yu Yan watched her elder brother and sister-in-law walk away until they were out of sight, ignored Ye Yiheng who still lingered in the corridor, and went back to her room by herself. Ye Yiheng heard the conversation between Li Yuyue and Ye Jiu; his brows furrowed slightly, he stepped into the house, following Leng Yu Yan into her inner chamber. “What do they need the ointment for?” Leng Yu Yan glanced at him, “Your Highness, don’t ask.” “Right, Ah Ju said that she and elder brother will try hard, and when the time comes, adopting four children to us won’t be a problem.” Ye Yiheng stood frozen, having never felt those rumors to be harmful before. The hurt he had suffered these past days was too much, and, all of it came from one person, the woman before him. Sadly, she was the woman he had used all his scheming to have by his side, now he only wished for this half a month to pass more quickly, much more quickly! For at least this half-month, he couldn’t let her be scared away. The prey was in his mouth, soon to be swallowed whole, he needed to lie low in silence. Once in the bedroom, Leng Yu Yan sat down in front of the dressing table and pulled out all her hairpins. Ye Yiheng’s brows furrowed slightly, but he persisted in asking, “What is the ointment for?” Leng Yu Yan suddenly stood up, “Why do you ask so many questions, Your Highness?” Realizing her tone was harsh, she moved closer to him and gently embraced his waist, “I only understand now, we truly are the best match.” Ye Yiheng, puzzled, pondered for a moment before it dawned on him. How could he be so foolish, Li Yuyue and Ye Jiu were newlyweds, what would a newlywed couple need ointment for? At that moment, upon hearing what Leng Yu Yan said, his expression suddenly turned stern. The hands behind his back clenched and unclenched several times, as he finally managed to suppress the rising thoughts. The next morning, Ye Yiheng woke up. The woman who had seemed miles apart from him when he went to sleep last night was now half sprawled over him, not only wrapping her arms around his neck but also audaciously placing a leg on him. It was at a rather delicate spot, which startled him tremendously… He quickly pushed her away! He pushed a bit too forcefully, which annoyed Ye Yiheng for not controlling his strength; he leaned over to check on her, fortunately, she was sleeping deeply and had not noticed. Suddenly, she smacked her lips and wormed closer to him again. She resembled a wiggling caterpillar, both comical and adorable, making him involuntarily reach out and pinch her cheek. Feeling the pinch, Leng Yu Yan swatted with her hand and then found a comfortable position to continue her deep sleep. Unperturbed , he thought that his secret had still not been discovered by her. Ye Yiheng reassured himself and forced himself to calm down. Not long after, he got up and left the Prince Mansion. Returning to the Eastern Palace, Ye Yiheng went to find Ling Lang. Ling Lang brewed and poured tea, then asked, “Your Highness, is there something you need?” Ye Yiheng sipped his tea and asked softly, “How does one make the days pass faster?” Ling Lang laughed out loud, “Your Highness is eager to marry the Commandery Princess.” “Truth be told, these past few days have not been easy,” Ye Yiheng confessed. “Over the years, countless rumors and scandals never bothered me, yet now…” He didn’t continue, but Ling Lang understood. “That’s because Your Highness cares about the Commandery Princess. The more you care, the more conflicts arise,” Ling Lang said. “Previously, because of the toxins in Your Highness’s body, getting close to the Commandery Princess would trigger the cold disease. Now it’s different, the toxins have diminished. Moreover, with the full support of Prince Zhenbei Mansion, it’s only natural for Your Highness to hold the Commandery Princess close to your heart.” “No, Ling Lang, I fear I have already fallen in love with her.” Winning the support from Prince Zhenbei’s Mansion and the Northern Garrison would be best achieved by winning hearts. There are many ways to win over hearts, but he chose to exchange his genuine feelings for hers. Whether she liked him or not, he wasn’t sure yet, but he had mostly guessed that he had indeed fallen in love with her. Just then, Mo Chen hurried over. “Your Highness, something terrible has happened!” Ye Yiheng asked coldly, “What is it?” Mo Chen bowed, speaking carefully, “Madam Lai from Marquis Ningyuan’s Mansion has filed a royal accusation, claiming that Prince Zhenbei and Mrs. Zhang have committed adultery, stating such a person is unfit to be Prince Zhenbei.” “Prince Zhenbei’s Mansion had just allied with the Tian Family through marriage, Heir Lai and the Ninth Princess became husband and wife just three days ago. Madam Lai has filed the accusation, teaming up with other branches of the Leng Family. The number of people involved is so large it seems they want to crush Prince Zhenbei’s Mansion under their feet.” “Members of the Leng Family’s branches attended the wedding feast at Prince Zhenbei’s Mansion the day before yesterday, and haven’t left since; all are in the capital. It seems they had long established contact with Marquis Ningyuan’s Mansion, aiming to bring down Prince Zhenbei today.” “The current situation is, every branch of the Leng Family has gone to the palace. I rushed to report this as soon as I learned the news.” Upon hearing this, the teacup in Ye Yiheng’s hand instantly shattered: “You and Ruofeng immediately go find witnesses, let Liu Yun and Yin Shuang follow me to Prince Zhenbei’s Mansion.” Every collateral branch of the entire family rebelling would be a fatal blow to Prince Zhenbei’s Mansion. Now, as his grand wedding with Yanyan approached, these wicked demons and monsters revealing themselves meant he would have no qualms about scattering their souls! Mo Chen said anxiously, “Your Highness, by now the Imperial Army might have already gone to summon people from Prince Zhenbei’s Mansion. I’m afraid the Commandery Princess might be affected by this, because the accusation Madam Lai filed mentioned that the Commandery Princess is born out of wedlock and unfit to be the Crown Princess Consort.”