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Ruan Ma and Tie Dan were locked in a dark room "waiting for their fate," while Yun Ran was temporarily confined, and Yun Yang moved to the study to sleep. He didn't even glance at Fu Family Member as he left, which made Fu Lianyin extremely anxious.
"Big Brother, Sister-in-law, what should we do? What should we do?" Fu Lianyin looked at Yun Yang's gradually receding figure, pacing anxiously in the room. "Will he really divorce me? Will he?"
"Sister, Brother has already warned you about this. You must think carefully before acting, but you refused to listen," Fu Yueze shook his head repeatedly. "Now that it has come to this, who can you blame?"
"I blame no one," Fu Lianyin sobbed. "I only blame myself for being so unfortunate that I can't even handle one child. What strength do I have to live? In the Third House, where will I have a place in the future..."
Wang Ling instructed the maid to take Fu Yihang down to rest and then said:
"Yun Yang will definitely not divorce you because the conditions for divorce have not been met. I see that the Third Master is also a person who values emotions; perhaps he spoke out of anger earlier, so don't take it too seriously."
"But he spoke so harshly to me for the first time," Fu Lianyin continued to cry, her voice muffled in the handkerchief. "It's also the first time he's made such severe threats. If this continues, how will I deal with her (referring to Yun Yun Kexin) in the future? Wouldn't that make it even harder for me? I can't accept that!"
Wang Ling frowned in disgust: Even at this point, she is still thinking about revenge; she truly won't shed tears until she sees the coffin! Fortunately, this time Eldest Sister's foolishness inadvertently helped; otherwise, Hang'er would not know how much grievance he would suffer. I don't care who you seek revenge on, but why drag your brother and sister-in-law into this?
"Right! Sister, I believe the Third Master won't make any 'divorce' decisions anytime soon," he gently comforted her. "Besides, my brother is now esteemed as the King of Han, and Second Brother is Crown Prince's Grand Tutor," Fu Yueze's expression turned fierce, a cold smile on his lips, his words filled with arrogance. "How could a mere Minister of Personnel overturn that? As long as the Fu Family is here, Yun Yang won't dare to divorce you!"
Upon hearing this, Fu Lianyin's sobs finally subsided as she wiped away her tears from the corners of her eyes. She smiled slightly and said:
"I still think my family is better; that Duke of Eguo's residence is just a den of White-eyed Wolves!"
You aren't much better! Wang Lingdan raised an eyebrow disdainfully. She shot Fu Lianyin an impatient glance: with that attitude of yours—always seeking revenge—you deserve to be divorced by Yun Yang! However, I still pray for your position as the legitimate wife in the Third House to be secure so we won't be embarrassed! "Sister, given how things are with the prince now, just relax," after her internal complaints, Wang Ling put away her gloomy expression. She donned a gentle and amiable demeanor like a long sister-in-law and softly said, "Don't think too much. Right now, you need to consider how to make amends and regain Lord Yun's trust."
"Thank you, Sister-in-law!" Fu Lianyin squeezed her handkerchief and cried tears of joy.
Finally receiving her brother's support and protection along with Sister-in-law's "understanding," what was there to fear? The plan now was just as Sister-in-law suggested: to win back Yun Yang's heart and regain his trust...
The next day, Fu Lianyin woke up early, finished washing up and dressing herself nicely before proactively going to find Yun Yang in the study. The maid had already informed her that he had risen early and was taking a walk around the residence. When she sought him out again, Yun Yang saw her coming but did not greet her or pay her any attention as he walked toward the main hall—previously a maid had come to invite him for a meal; presumably Fu Lianyin had come for the same reason and thus ignored her. Fu Lianyin felt awkward but still swallowed her pride and followed behind him.
In the Fu Family dining hall, King Han, the Queen, and others including the Heir Apparent were gathered around a table. Even Yun Ran was temporarily "unrestricted" by Fu Lianyin to join the meal, but Yun Kexin was notably absent.
"Grandma, please go call Seventh Sister; it’s time for her to get up for breakfast," Wang Ling said with a slight smile. "We are all waiting for her."
The grandma complied and went to fetch her, but when she returned, it was only her. She nodded and said:
"Replying to the Prince and Princess, as well as the Third Master and Madam, Seventh Sister wants me to inform everyone that she is feeling unwell and has no appetite. She asks you not to wait for her and to eat first."
Everyone present fell silent. Wang Ling waved his hand at the grandma, signaling that he understood. By noon and evening, Yun Kexin's response to the servants remained the same three words: no appetite. Fu Yueze felt dissatisfied, Wang Ling was resentful, Fu Lianyin endured in silence, and Yun Yang frowned, thinking that perhaps the child was still upset about yesterday's events, but how could she skip meals?
"Prince, Princess, Heir Apparent, you all eat first; I will go check on Xin'er," Yun Yang said calmly. "Perhaps she caught a cold..." He left the dining hall without looking back.
"Uncle, I’ll go with you," Fu Yihang said as he threw down his chopsticks and chased after him. "Wait for me."
Once Yun Yang left, Wang Ling slammed his chopsticks down on the table with a loud noise and said sternly:
"What does Seventh Young Lady mean by this? Coming to our Han Wangfu, eating our food and living here—what else does she want? We can’t even invite her properly; is she trying to embarrass us?!"
"Sister-in-law, don’t be angry; this Seventh Young Lady is targeting me," Fu Lianyin also put down her bowl and chopsticks with a cold smile. "At her age, she wants to go on a hunger strike to make a point? I want to see how long she can hold out! It would be best if she starves; this is self-inflicted and cannot be blamed on others!"
"She can’t just act spoiled and unruly in the royal residence; what happened to Seventh Sister in the Duke’s residence?" Fu Yueze also couldn’t eat anymore and slammed his bowl on the table. "She really thinks too highly of herself."
"It’s all my sister’s fault for dragging down my brother and Sister-in-law," Fu Lianyin said apologetically in a low voice. "I didn’t teach her well, causing our family to suffer grievances."
"From now on, inform the kitchen," Wang Ling said with half-serious sarcasm. "Before cooking, ask if Seventh Young Lady will eat; if she still says 'no appetite,' then don’t cook for her. It’s a waste of food!"
Fu Lianyin smiled apologetically but was secretly worried about what tricks Yun Kexin would play in front of Yun Yang this time.
Yun Kexin lay motionless on the bed, looking emaciated, her face and lips pale, her eyes vacant. Only the thick, curled eyelashes occasionally fluttered slightly, indicating that she was still alive. Sitting at the edge of the bed, Yun Yang felt a deep pang of heartache, while Fu Yihang seemed startled and exclaimed:
"Seventh Sister. What happened to you? You haven't eaten or spoken? Seventh Sister..."
"Xiner. Are you really unwell, or is it something in your heart?" Having raised her for nearly ten years, Yun Yang understood his adopted daughter well and could see through her thoughts at a glance. "There are no outsiders here; you can say whatever is on your mind."
Yun Kexin seemed to just realize that there were two more people in the room. She tilted her head slightly and glanced at Yun Yang:
"No. Father," she weakly shook her head, tears welling in her eyes. "I just can't understand."
"Can't understand?" Yun Yang was taken aback. Suddenly realizing something, he looked at Yun Kexin in silence.
"Father, what did I do wrong for Mother to treat me this way?" With her beautiful eyes reddening, Yun Kexin turned away and stared at the fluttering curtains, murmuring repeatedly, "Father. Tell me, tell me..."
"Your mother has lost her way," Yun Yang reached out to smooth her disheveled hair. Gently stroking her forehead, he said with concern, "I knew she wanted to match you with the Heir Apparent, but it seems you have no such intention. I thought I could let her wait a bit longer; who would have thought she would become so anxious as to resort to such means? It breaks my heart."
If Fu Lianyin truly cared for me and wanted me to associate with a good family to find happiness, then I could endure it! Yun Kexin's heart raged in protest: But the reality is the opposite; you, I, and she are all tools for revenge against the Second House, mere pawns in her self-righteous game!
"I'm not heartbroken; I just can't understand," despite her inner fury, Yun Kexin's face remained as calm as still water, feeling disheartened. "Father, was everything Mother did for me just an act? Was she pretending to care for me? No, it can't be... it can't be..." Suddenly covering her face with both hands, she spoke through tears and sobs. "Mother isn't that kind of person; she's not..."
Upon hearing this, Yun Yang felt increasingly ashamed: It was rare for Seventh Young Lady to be so understanding and trustful of her mother. Yet what about Fu Lianyin? How could she treat a nine-year-old child who knows nothing about the world this way? Thinking of this made his cheeks puff up with frustration—everything he had painstakingly built up before Yun Kexin regarding Fu Lianyin's image as a virtuous wife had collapsed in an instant. He had originally hoped that with their hearts united as husband and wife, Seventh Young Lady would completely become part of the Third House after years of nurturing and care. Now it seemed that everything had turned to dust; not only was she heartbroken, but he too felt the same!
"But you still need to eat," Yun Yang furrowed his brows but forced a smile. "If you don't eat, how can Father eat or sleep?"
"Yes, Seventh Sister, no matter what the reason is, you must eat," Fu Yihang stood at the head of the bed looking at Yun Kexin with concern. "If you don't eat, everyone will lose their appetite along with you."
Yun Kexin almost blurted out: Her influence wasn't that great; it wouldn't cause everyone to follow suit and make themselves miserable. Fu Lianyin would probably be glad if she starved herself; that would save her a lot of trouble!
" Cousin, I just can't understand, and I have no appetite," Yun Kexin had no intention of responding to Fu Yihang, but he seemed determined to prove his existence by chattering away as soon as he entered. If it weren't for Yun Yang stopping him, he might not have been able to get a word in. "Let's eat when I figure things out," she said, turning her gaze to the inner side of the bed and softly adding, "Father, Cousin, please go out. Xin'er wants to be alone for a while to think."
"Xin'er..."
"Seventh Sister..."
"Father, I beg you!"
Yun Kexin frowned and firmly issued an eviction order. Yun Yang had no choice but to pull Fu Yihang's hand and leave.
The situation remained the same over the next few days. Watching Yun Kexin grow increasingly thin, Yun Yang was anxious, while Fu Lianyin was astonished that Yun Kexin could go two nights without food or water; this Seventh Young Lady was truly remarkable.
What shocked her the most was that Yun Yang intended to leave her behind and take Yun Kexin back to the capital alone.
"Master, how can you leave the Consort behind? What will happen to the Consort?" Upon learning of Yun Yang's decision, members of the Fu family urged him against it. The one who cried out the loudest was Fu Lianyin; she refused to be abandoned by Yun Yang in her maternal home. Almost frantically, she shouted, "Is it because Seventh Young Lady is sowing discord in front of Master? Is it because of the Consort that Master wants to leave like this?"
It would have been better if Fu Lianyin hadn't said anything; once she did, Yun Yang's pent-up anger finally erupted. (To be continued)
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