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"Since the Emperor is so averse to it, why is Xuanyuan Rui marrying Huang Jing'er?" He knew that there was an unusual relationship between Zhu Qingluan and Xuanyuan Rui, otherwise Fu Tianlin would have long since seized this opportunity. However, seeing that Zhu Qingluan only had eyes for Xuanyuan Rui, he could only take a step back and become a guardian.
This matter was known only to him; even his father was unaware of the relationship between Xuanyuan Rui and Zhu Qingluan, so there was no urgency on his part—yet the Emperor was genuinely anxious.
Why was the Emperor always engaged in such malicious acts that disrupted couples?
"On the surface, it's a union between two families, but everyone in the court knows that Xuanyuan Hui's death is related to Prime Minister Huang. With just one Huang Jing'er, this grudge won't be resolved; it will only deepen. How things will unfold remains uncertain, so there's no need for you to worry. In any case, neither of them has anything to do with you!" Bai Song mocked his son, but inwardly he wondered: Why was this son so unconcerned about court matters yet so fixated on Xuanyuan Rui?
Hearing his father's teasing, Bai Feiyang felt like spitting blood. "I'm not worried about your tense relationship with Prime Minister Huang. If Xuanyuan Rui sides with him, you'll be in danger!" That was indeed part of it.
"Haha, son, you're overthinking it!" Upon hearing this, Bai Song felt a sense of relief.
This son appeared unruly, but his thoughts were quite meticulous; he just couldn't engage in court matters if he wasn't present in the court.
"Dad," Bai Feiyang said, feeling dejected as his father seemed unwilling to delve deeper into the topic, and he left in silence.
Once his son departed, the smile on Bai Song's face vanished. He had been jovial just moments ago, yet he too had considered the concerns that worried his son. He felt that the Emperor wasn't foolish; how could he allow others to combine power, wealth, and military strength while stepping aside? Would he really create a dilemma for the Crown Prince?
What the Emperor should do is eliminate all obstacles for the Crown Prince, and since Xuanyuan Rui was his own grandson, such a situation seemed even less likely.
However, what exactly had transpired in between was unclear to anyone; they could only speculate about the roles each played in this marriage arrangement.
On the surface, everything appeared calm—a simple marriage—but one misstep could lead to irreparable consequences.
Everyone knew that Prime Minister Huang supported Consort De, and with Xuanyuan Rui holding military power, if he sided with Prime Minister Huang, then Consort De would surely win.
But would things really be that simple?
The cunning old foxes were not pleased with this marriage arrangement; instead, their brows furrowed deeper. The attention drawn by this union overshadowed even the marriages of Yun Nishang and Yun Yiqing, making it seem as if they were marrying in secret.
The members of the Fu Family and the Zhu Family had left; due to their engagement being set, both Yun Yiqing and Yun Nishang were not allowed to go out. Left alone was Qing Luan, who had no one to talk to—at that moment, she truly felt how lonely she was.
After so many years here, she finally experienced solitude in its truest form.
People come and go, and life is always a cycle of gathering and parting...
Standing on the street, watching the ebb and flow of people, Qing Luan felt an overwhelming sense of loneliness...
"Hey? Look who it is!?" Suddenly, a voice filled with suspicion, mockery, and excitement interrupted Qing Luan's reverie. She looked up at the group of people in front of her, a faint smirk appearing at the corners of her mouth—what a twist of fate!
They truly were fated to meet again, but it was a twisted fate!
"Look at this Boss of Ruyi Tower, standing all alone on the street. How pathetic!" Zhuang Youlan exclaimed upon seeing the desolate Zhu Qingluan.
Every time she saw Zhu Qingluan high and mighty, reveling in her own happiness, it made her grit her teeth in hatred. How dare she carry herself with such pride when she was just a lowly Merchant's Daughter? She should bow her head and beg for pity.
Watching these people before her, oblivious to the changing tides of fate, Qing Luan suddenly realized that perhaps they were happy. Meanwhile, she knew too much and speculated too much, becoming a burden instead. At this moment, she felt utterly lonely, with not even a companion by her side.
Seeing the mocking glint in Zhu Qingluan's eyes directed at her, Zhuang Youlan exploded with rage.
"You shameless wench! Do you still think you're the revered Boss of Jade Pavilion?" The humiliation she suffered because of Jade Pavilion surged back to her mind, and Zhuang Youlan could no longer hold back. She lunged at Zhu Qingluan but was stopped by someone behind her.
"Lan'er..." Zhuang Jianming reached out to restrain her, his gaze fixed on Zhu Qingluan, a strange light flickering in his eyes.
"Zhuang Girl, fighting with someone like her would only tarnish your reputation," Qiu Mingqi said as he glared at Zhu Qingluan, his heart filled with resentment. He longed to devour her flesh and drink her blood—he would never forget the humiliation she had caused him throughout his life.
At Qiu Mingqi's words, Zhuang Youlan huffed disdainfully and took a step back, her eyes filled with glee as she looked at Zhu Qingluan...
"Zhu Qingluan, is it?" Though it sounded like a question, there was certainty in his tone.
"I remember quite well," Qing Luan replied knowingly. For the sake of his surname, he had done something so disgraceful that he would likely never live it down.
Qiu Mingqi's eyes burned with hatred, yet he forced himself to remain calm as he sneered, "Back then, I wanted to marry you as my legitimate wife, but you refused. Now being a concubine should suit your lowly status just fine!"
He intended to repay every ounce of humiliation she had inflicted upon him!
A woman like her deserved nothing more than to be trampled underfoot... He planned to torment her for a lifetime.
“Concubine?” Qing Luan chuckled lightly. “You think too highly of yourself.” How is it that a man’s arrogance persists through every era?
“Hmph, you have nothing left now, yet you still act so proud. Heh, Zhu Qingluan, it’s time for you to wake up!” Zhuang Youlan mocked, completely unconcerned about her own image.
Seeing Zhu Qingluan humiliated made her tremble with excitement.
Zhuang Jianming merely frowned and said nothing. He felt conflicted about Zhu Qingluan, knowing that they had missed their chance in life together and that there was no possibility for them. However, offending Qiu Mingqi for her sake didn’t seem worth it, so he remained silent, suppressing his discomfort.
“I’m perfectly aware, no need for your reminders,” Qing Luan said coldly as she noticed them deliberately provoking her and the crowd around them growing larger. “Good dogs don’t block the way; step aside!” These people were just bored and looking for trouble. If she got entangled with them, she would truly look foolish.
“You… shameless woman,” Qiu Mingqi could no longer contain himself, cursing as he raised his hand to strike her, but someone grabbed his wrist tightly. “Who? Who dares to meddle?”
“Kidnapping a woman is everyone’s business!” A disdainful voice filled with menace made everyone shudder involuntarily.
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The conclusion is tomorrow… what a headache.
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