Chapter 608: Chapter 608 You Hoodlum Members of the Leng Family branches were shocked; was Leng Zongfa’s action considered righteous extermination of kin? The incident seventeen years ago was orchestrated by Madam Lai herself, and now they were being used by her to challenge the authority of Prince Zhenbei Mansion… Thinking about this point, members of the Leng Family branches each felt endangered, no longer caring about Leng Zongfa’s intentions. So, the elderly members of the Leng Family branches declared one after another, “Old Madam from Marquis Ningyuan’s Mansion is truly malicious. The Emperor’s judgment is wise!” The Emperor narrowed his eyes and soon let out a “Mm,” then turned his gaze toward Leng Zongfa, who was kneeling on the ground. “Marquis Ningyuan was embarrassed that night due to his mother’s scheming and is indeed a victim too,” the Emperor paused slightly. “In that case, I will allow you and your mother to sever your relationship. Spend some time reflecting and recuperating at home. You do not need to attend court.” Being exempted from attending court was essentially no different from being dismissed. Leng Zongfa kowtowed in gratitude, “Thank you for Your Majesty’s gracious mercy!” Saving Marquis Ningyuan’s Mansion was the best he could manage. The Emperor declared loudly, “The mother of Princess Beilan, Mrs. Zhang, and Prince Lai Ran from Prince Zhenbei Mansion were indeed framed. Both are innocent, and their good reputations should not be tarnished. Their daughter, Leng Yu Yan, is even more blameless.” “Princess Beilan, despite her young age, has faced much adversity. Fortunately, having been acknowledged by Prince Zhenbei and after spending five years in the mountains, she has grown into such an intelligent and gracious young woman, which greatly comforts my heart,” the Emperor expressed emotional. “From today onward, no one under the heavens may slander Princess Beilan’s origins!” The Emperor wore a smile, “Princess Beilan and the Crown Prince’s wedding will take place as scheduled!” Ye Yiheng bowed, “Thank you, Father Emperor!” Leng Yu Yan gave thanks, “Thank you, Your Majesty!” The situation in the hall made members of the Leng Family branches deeply uneasy. Nothing befell Prince Zhenbei Mansion. Leng Yu Yan remained the future Crown Princess Consort, and even her mother’s reputation was restored. In contrast, Madam Lai faced execution on an autumn day, while Leng Zongfa’s position was virtually equivalent to dismissal. The branches’ minds whirled with thoughts. As members of the same Leng Family, they would need to rely on Prince Zhenbei Mansion in the future to gain more face. Thinking of this, the elderly members of the branches collectively sighed, “Today we were blinded by that venomous woman’s words; we kindly ask Prince Zhenbei Mansion to not hold our past mistakes against us!” Someone loudly praised, “Prince Zhenbei’s contributions to Tiancheng are significant, we are convinced and will honor the Leng Family’s reputation from now on!” The Emperor nodded, “Your timely discernment of right from wrong is also good.” Ye Yiheng’s lips twitched slightly, this group of wavering followers, they’re really skilled in turning with the wind. It surprised him that Leng Zongfa’s tactic of sacrificing the lesser for the sake of the greater was indeed powerful. However, the evidence of Leng Zongfa’s bribery and law-breaking had yet to be fully gathered, and it seemed he was backed by a powerful force, thus, it appeared Leng Zongfa had to stay for a few more days. Ye Yiheng said, “Father Emperor, my eyes are uncomfortable, I would like to ask Princess Beilan to accompany me back to the Eastern Palace.” The Emperor waved his hand, “Go ahead.” Ye Yiheng then reached out his hand toward Leng Yu Yan, and the two of them left Xiande Hall together. Yinhui joyfully pranced at their feet, and even Song Guo, following behind them, was very happy. Members of the Leng Family branches saw Old Prince Zhenbei and Prince Zhenbei both wearing solemn expressions and swooped in to ingratiate themselves. “The Crown Prince and Princess Beilan are truly a perfect match, look at their matching outfits; they just look like a couple.” “This is a match of a talented man and a beautiful woman, a match made by heaven itself!” “Even the animals they raise, no, the wolves, are good looking too!” Hearing this, Lai Taihong spoke coldly, “Indeed, those with the hearts of wolves and lungs of dogs are mostly ungrateful and treacherous, except our Yinhui whom the Emperor mentioned as a hero among wolves!” The members of the Leng Family branches all understood that these words were scolding them, but at that moment, they could only manage a forced smile, “Old Prince speaks truly!” Ye Yiheng and Leng Yu Yan left the palace and boarded a horse carriage. As soon as they entered the carriage, Ye Yiheng instructed, “To the Prince Mansion.” “Your Highness said we were returning to the Eastern Palace, didn’t he?” Song Guo took up the reins. “That was for the old man to hear,” Ye Yiheng said from outside the carriage, and then turned his head to look at Leng Yu Yan, “Your mother-in-law is rather anxious at the mansion, I shall take you back earlier.” How thoughtful he was! Leng Yu Yan nodded appreciatively, her tone gentle and soft, “Thank you, Your Highness! When we left the mansion earlier, the Consort was indeed very agitated.” If it hadn’t been for him, she might have had to stay in Xiande Hall for a much longer time. Song Guo understood her master’s intention, and the horse carriage sped off swiftly. By the time they arrived at the Prince Zhenbei Mansion, the Imperial Army had just left. Leng Yu Yan hurried into the mansion; Yun Family’s Ye Jiu was supporting her mother who had been standing anxiously in the front courtyard. Seeing Leng Yu Yan return, Yun Family broke into tears of excitement. “My child, what happened?” Yun Family dabbed the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief, “I just heard that there was a complication with your marriage to His Highness?” Standing behind Yun Family, Leng Yusheng, Lai Yuxing, and Leng Yuqing all shook their heads at Ye Yiheng and Leng Yu Yan. It was a fabrication of theirs just moments ago. Simply because they could not tell their mother the past affairs between Father King and Mrs. Zhang. Furthermore, with Madam Lai petitioning the Emperor, the matter regarding Father King and Mrs. Zhang would be blown out of proportion, likely annulling the marriage agreement between His Highness the Crown Prince and their sister. Thus, they had no choice but to tell their mother so. Ye Yiheng and Leng Yu Yan understood instantly. “Mother, there was no complication with the marriage,” Leng Yu Yan stepped forward, supporting the other side of Yun Family. Yun Family, unconvinced, then asked, “Then why did the Imperial Army come, and why were your grandparents and Father King taken away?” Ye Yiheng answered, “Mother-in-law, today it was the Leng family’s collateral branches fantasizing about becoming the main branch; they too wished to become Prince Zhenbei, hence this whole scenario.” Upon hearing this, Yun Family believed and scoffed, “How delusional they are!” The three Leng brothers all gave Ye Yiheng a thumbs up. Using the truth to cover up the real truth, so that Mother would not overthink. “After all, they are jealous of our family. First, we had just married a princess, and now our daughter is about to marry into the Eastern Palace,” Yun Family sighed, “Still, it means there were bumps in your and Mian’er’s marriage…” Pausing for a moment, she added, “In that case, Mian’er should personally make a set of inner clothes for His Highness. After the wedding when he wears them, your affections will go smoothly!” “Ah, is there such a saying?” Leng Yu Yan frowned slightly. With a smile tugging at his lips, Ye Yiheng asked, “May I ask Mother-in-law, this set of inner clothes all need to be handcrafted by Beilan herself, right? It can’t be done by the maids beside her, right?” “Of course!” Yun Family pointed at Leng Yu Yan’s forehead, “Marriage is your own business!” At lunch, Lai Ran returned to the Prince Zhenbei Mansion with his parents and eldest son, and Yun Family finally set her mind at ease. Night fell, flowers gave off a gentle fragrance, and all was quiet. Following her mother’s instructions to make inner clothes for someone, Leng Yu Yan took a tape measure and walked over to someone who had just stepped out from a bath. Seeing her holding a tape measure, Ye Yiheng asked perplexedly, “What are you planning to measure?” As he spoke, his eyes involuntarily drifted downward. Following his gaze, Leng Yu Yan also looked down, her voice suddenly sharp like a firecracker, “Ye Yiheng, you scoundrel, what do you think I want to measure?” She pointed with the tape measure. Unexpectedly, he moved closer to her, and the tape measure unexpectedly poked him. He chuckled softly, his tone suggestive, “By this act, you are the ruffian, lady.”