She hurriedly washed her face with cold water and made sure her clothes were neatly arranged in front of the mirror. The thought of the scene in the secret chamber made her blush and her ears burn with heat. Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter had just finished flipping the peach slices and were resting. Hearing from Miao Zhu that Leng Yu Yan was seeking them, they hurried into the bedroom of the sleeping chamber. Leng Yu Yan spoke, "Miao Zhu, you stay by the door and make sure no one comes near." Miao Zhu nodded, "Alright." Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter stood in line not far behind Leng Yu Yan, bowed, and asked, "Commandery Princess, do you need us for something?" Leng Yu Yan let out a long sigh, then turned around and said, "Princess Nandian only stayed in the capital city for a few days before leaving, which puzzled me greatly. Together with another matter that has been troubling me, there are several tasks I need you to investigate." All four ladies’ expressions grew solemn as they clasped their fists together, "Please, Pavilion Master, instruct us!" Leng Yu Yan nodded, "My brother, Leng Yi, was killed by someone from the Tian Family. Investigate who it was. The direct perpetrator who killed Huahua has been dealt with by His Highness and me, but the mastermind behind the scenes is still unclear, most likely related to that Princess Consort in the palace. You must also look into this matter very carefully. Though these tasks are difficult and it’s hard to find clear answers, do not miss any clues, and do your best!" "Rest assured, Pavilion Master, we will do everything in our power!" Leng Yu Yan spoke sternly, "There’s another task, that is to find out why Baili Wenyi came to the capital, or her true intentions for coming to Tiancheng. This task must be completed, do you understand?" Baili Wenyi was no simple character; she had to be cautious. Moreover, her sixth sense had never been wrong. Even if someone felt indifferent towards Baili Wenyi, it didn’t mean that Baili Wenyi felt indifferent towards that person. She always felt that Baili Wenyi’s arrival in the capital was targeted, either at her or someone close to her. Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter said in unison, "We understand!" Leng Yu Yan nodded, then added, "If you need more hands, you can call on Xiaoshan to join you." The four of them acknowledged. At this moment, by the riverbanks in the suburbs of the capital city. Due to the gradually warming weather, the spacious riverbanks were deserted. There was an abandoned courtyard by the riverbank, already in ruins. Suddenly, a figure in blue darted into the courtyard, giving a bow to a young man in a cloak inside. "Master, you’ve finally shown yourself." The person in blue knelt on one knee with a salute, "These past years, have you been well?" The young man adjusted the hood of his cloak, his voice indifferent, "Baili Wenyi came to Tiancheng two years ago, and she’s back again. Hasn’t she given up yet?" "Yes, she’s been searching for the whereabouts of the Master." "She doesn’t believe that I’m already ’dead’?" "Then let her be thoroughly convinced!" "Yes!" The person in blue asked a question they had mulled over repeatedly, "Master, are you truly not returning to Nandian?" The young man paused, then after a long while said, "I have met someone here worth guarding for life, so I guess I won’t return." "Master, but you are..." "Silence!" The young man shouted sternly, "Do you no longer listen to my words?" "Your subordinate obeys you, Master!" "Leave, and do not come to see me unless necessary." "Yes, Master!" Upon uttering this, the person in blue leaped out of the courtyard. The young man took off the hood, revealing a head of soft white hair. What did it matter if he gave up the throne to Baili Wenyi? He had already found the person worth protecting for a lifetime. Compared to this person, Nandian was worth nothing at all! Prime Minister Zheng’s Mansion. Leng Yu sat in her boudoir, listening to the praises of her handmaids, a smile ever-present on her face. Suddenly someone asked, "Do you think Prince Liang will come to escort the bride?" At this question, the noble ladies burst into laughter, agreeing unanimously, and compliments filled the air. After all, the marriage between Prince Liang Mansion and Prime Minister Zheng’s Mansion was the focus of the entire capital city. Thus, Li Qi’s smile grew even more tender and charming. Starting today, she would be Princess Liang, and in just a few days, once Prince Liang ascended to Crown Prince, she would rightfully be the Crown Prince Consort. Then, she wanted Ye Yiheng to personally admit his regret for not marrying her. She wanted Leng Yu Yan to kneel on the ground and respectfully address her as "Crown Prince Consort"! Soon, the auspicious time arrived for the bride to be carried in the bridal sedan. Having said her early farewells to the family elders, Li Qi waited, but Prince Liang did not come to escort her. An official from the Ministry of Rites said, "Today is the joyous day of marriage between Prince Liang and Lady Zheng. According to the rules of the Tian Family, a Heavenly Family Prince need not personally escort the bride, and the Ministry of Rites will take on this duty." Nanny Xi also said, "Please, Lady Zheng, leave your chamber and ascend the bridal sedan!" The ladies who had just predicted Prince Liang’s escort couldn’t help but snicker; they had thought the Prince was fond of her, but it turned out to be nothing special. They were all aware that the Crown Prince, despite his blindness, had personally gone to escort Leng Yu Yan. Such a comparison revealed that Prince Liang’s marriage to Li Qi was solely due to the power and status of the Zheng Family. The noble ladies had mixed feelings. Even if they showed their emotions at the moment, with Li Qi covered by the red veil, she could see nothing. Li Qi held her head high and puffed out her chest; she was going to be Princess Liang soon, so what did it matter if Prince Liang did not come to escort her? Through the ages, how many Princes had personally escorted their brides? Thinking this, she hated Ye Yiheng even more and was envious of Leng Yu Yan. The bridal procession and accompanying entourage set out from Prime Minister Zheng’s Mansion, heading towards Prince Liang Mansion in grand fashion. Along the way, many commoners watched and discussed loudly. Sitting inside the bridal sedan, Li Qi listened attentively to the lively scenes outside, dismayed to hear— "It’s still incomparable with a royal wedding to the Crown Prince!" "Indeed, and the dowry can’t compare either." "When the Crown Princess Consort was married, her dowry reached from the Eastern Palace to Prince Zhenbei Mansion." "Remember the Crown Prince’s wedding? Although blind, he still had someone lead his horse to escort the bride in person. Prince Liang is several years older than the Crown Prince, one would have thought he’d be rather pleased to marry a wife so late, but look, it’s the Ministry of Rites escorting the bride." "And this sedan is just like one belonging to a wealthy commoner’s family. Recall that the Crown Prince Consort rode in a wedding carriage, and so did the Ninth Princess at her marriage." "Right, the wedding carriage was better. When the Crown Prince Consort married, she was behind a beaded curtain—allowing us to catch a glimpse of her supremely beautiful face. Now, seeing Princess Liang hidden inside the bridal sedan..." At this moment, Li Qi’s hands were clenched tightly together, and the voices outside continued to reach her ears unabated. This path was her own choice, no matter how unfavorably others looked upon it, and she was determined to see it through. One day, when she became the Crown Prince Consort, and later the Empress, she would see how the people would kneel before her! After circling the major streets of the capital city, the wedding procession arrived at Prince Liang Mansion. Li Qi and Ye Zhenyu performed the wedding rites to heaven and earth, then she was taken to the bridal chamber. The guests, seeing the bride covered by a red veil and a tantalizing fragrance emanating from her body, began to clamor noisily, requesting to tease the newlyweds. All the guests drinking to celebrate at the mansion were from noble families, and with Ye Zhenyu eager to win hearts, he naturally did not refuse. Thus, the bridal chamber was crammed with people. Ye Zhenyu took Ruyi Balance Rod from Nanny Xi’s tray and lifted Li Qi’s red veil... Revealed to all was the delicate, beautiful face of the bride, painted with bridal makeup. Immediately someone shook their head: "The Crown Princess Consort seen at the midday banquet was much more beautiful than the current bride!" Googlᴇ search 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹⟡𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮⟡𝙣𝙚𝙩