Men are superior to women: the heartthrob in Yunqi

At this time, the steward Zhao Yu came to report that Lord Wang, the Minister of Dali Temple, came to visit and specifically wanted to see Mu Yao.

Li Taifu's eyes flickered a few times, and he stroked his beard again: "Please ask him to go to the central hall and go to the Imperial Dragon Well." Then he smiled and said to Mu Yao: "Let's go and take a look."

Mu Yao pondered secretly and guessed that it might be related to Gu Huiran.

Wang Yanzhi was wearing a crimson-purple official robe today, and his figure was tall and straight. His eyebrows and eyes were cold, his skin was as white as moonlight, and the corners of his mouth were slightly depressed, giving people a strong sense of oppression.

After he bowed to Li Taifu, he looked at Mu Yao meaningfully. Mu Yao unconsciously took a half step back, feeling that it was a bit taboo to face this man.

"Lord Wang, is there any progress in the matter of Marquis Huaiyang that brought you here today?" Taifu Li took a sip of tea and asked in a neutral voice.

Wang Yanzhi opened his lips slightly and said, "Taifu, this is why I came here today. The property of Huaiyang Marquis's Mansion has been completely counted. There are 8 million taels of silver, 5 farms, 3 shops, 8 villas, 360 pieces of jewelry, jade, calligraphy and paintings, 600 kilograms of various medicinal materials, 50 good horses and 5 precious horses. The total is estimated to be 89 million taels."

Tutor Li coughed lightly, brushed off his robe, and looked at Wang Yanzhi with eyes full of admiration.

"Thank you for your hard work, Lord Wang. What does it mean now?" Tutor Li raised his voice slightly.

Wang Yanzhi immediately said, "This is also the reason why I came to visit the Master today."

He then looked at Mu Yao, his pupils slightly drooping: "Ms. Mu, according to the law, the confiscated assets of the Huaiyang Marquisate will be awarded as compensation to the victims in this case, that is, you and Mr. Xu San, and you will be in full control. However, since you and Mr. Xu San are not married yet, I have specially confirmed this with you again today."

Mu Yao felt depressed, unlike Master Li who seemed quite satisfied with the compensation.

The huge Huaiyang Marquis Mansion only had 89 million taels of assets, less than the amount of a painting she sold. Thinking about the 60 million taels of business she and Zhao Huaian had just discussed, she couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

She nodded languidly, "Master Wang, please speak."

Wang Yanzhi obviously didn't expect Mu Yao to have this expression, and a hint of confusion flashed across his eyes.

"According to the law, the compensation for such cases shall go to the wife of the victim. But Miss Mu has not yet married Mr. Xu San. I heard that you two have set a wedding date, so I came to confirm whether there will be any changes?

Wang Yan paused, as if he felt something was wrong, and continued, "For example, will there be a delay or other similar situations? If it is confirmed, the compensation can be handed over to Miss Mu today. If so?"

Mu Yao narrowed her eyes slightly and stared at Wang Yanzhi with an unhappy look: "If what?"

Wang Yanzhi's eyes suddenly became sharp: "If Miss Mu does not marry Mr. Xu San, you can no longer take over the compensation, and you will be suspected of perjury. This case may be retried and severely punished. Miss Mu, please think it over before you reply to me!"

Mu Yao was furious. Listen to the tone! This is inhuman!

How many days have passed! This man came to tell her that only 89 million taels were counted out! It was a far cry from the amount she had in mind. Last time at "Shuiyunjian", he also assured her with a solemn promise. If he had known this, he should have reported the number he wanted! Now he is questioning her marriage with Xu Qingcheng again. She didn't seem to have offended Wang Yanzhi, right? Or did he simply have ill will towards her?

In addition, she was bullied by Xu Qingcheng yesterday, and the flames in her chest burst out. She felt that Wang Yanzhi's professionalism was not good enough, and she had to teach him a lesson. She raised a beautiful smile and said sarcastically: "Why don't you rise with the wind and soar to the sky!"

Wang Yanzhi's expression froze, and he silently put the teacup in his hand back on the tea table beside him.

"My marriage with Xu Qingcheng represents the reputation of the Princess, Prime Minister Xu, and my father, Li Taifu. How can it be postponed or even cancelled so easily? Lord Wang repeatedly questioned my marriage with Brother Xu. What's the difference between this and slapping the Prime Minister's Mansion and Taifu's Mansion in the face? Besides, if something went wrong with my marriage with Xu Qingcheng, shouldn't Huaiyang Marquis Mansion and Gu Huiran be held guilty? If it weren't for Gu Huiran's evil deeds that affected the relationship between my noble lady and Xu Qingcheng and caused a rift, how could the marriage be cancelled? What does this have to do with perjury!"

Having said that, Mu Yao took a sip of "Yulongjing" and took a breath.

At this time, Li Taifu had straightened his spine and stared at his daughter with wide eyes. It seemed that it was the first time he saw Yaoyao lose her temper, and he instantly became dissatisfied with Wang Yanzhi who was standing beside him.

Wang Yanzhi had never been treated like this before, let alone by a woman. His face was tense, his eyes were complicated, and his emotions were rarely seen.

Mu Yao put down the cup and continued, "Huaiyang Marquis Mansion, a prestigious family with a history of 800 years, only has a mere 89 million taels of wealth? Huaiyang Marquis Mansion covers an area of ​​40 acres. Did Lord Wang miss this when he was doing the reckoning?"

When Li Taifu heard that his daughter wanted the land of Huaiyang Marquis Mansion, he was shocked. What's the difference between that and digging up someone's ancestral grave? Yaoyao is going to make the entire Huaiyang Marquis Mansion sleep on the street. Although the amount of 89 million taels sounds a bit tricky, it is unheard of that a marquisate can take out so many assets as compensation. He thinks this amount is okay and not a loss.

Wang Yanzhi has been working hard for this case day and night these days, and he has to bear a lot of pressure. This amount of compensation is incredible, not to mention in Dayun, even in Yunqi. After all, the Huaiyang Marquis's Mansion has a solid foundation and a royal background. And Mu Yao is a commoner, and it is only recently that she has entered the Taifu Mansion. With such a decent compensation, Wang Yanzhi doesn't understand why Mu Yao is still not satisfied? As for her marriage with Xu Qingcheng, maybe he made a mistake in this regard. He just wanted to hear her confirm the wedding date three months later in person, but he didn't expect that there would be misunderstandings. He suddenly felt a little aggrieved, and his expression became colder.

"I didn't expect to see such a cool and beautiful side of Miss Mu today. I'm grateful for your advice. As the saying goes, forgive others when you can. Miss Mu, please take care of yourself."

Mu Yao snorted in her heart. Nowadays, if you have been good-tempered for too long, others will think you have changed if you show the slightest emotion.

The imperial decree of exile has been issued, but Gu Huiran is still recovering in the mansion. If her madness is not cured, will she have to live in the Huaiyang Marquis' mansion for the rest of her life?

Be above people and treat others as human beings.

When you are below others, treat yourself as a human being.

Gu Huiran must be exiled. Her patience was almost exhausted. If the higher-ups didn't take action... Thinking of this, the recipe for the "Brain-Eating Pills" flashed through her mind.

"Lord Wang!" Mu Yao said word by word.

"Don't advise others to be good without experiencing their suffering. If you have experienced my suffering, you may not be as good as I am."

"Compared to these compensations, I would rather see Gu Huiran exiled. Lord Wang still owes me and Xu Qingcheng justice."

Wang Yanzhi's face turned pale. He had run into obstacles everywhere with Mu Yao today, but he couldn't refute it.

In the past few days, he went to the palace every day to put pressure on the emperor in front of the palace. Queen Gu was determined to interfere in politics this time. Imperial Noble Consort He and her faction wanted to take this opportunity to weaken Queen Gu's power and fan the flames everywhere. The eldest princess and Prime Minister Xu were also actively putting pressure on Emperor Qingyuan. Now the undercurrents in front of the palace were turbulent, and the harem was fighting openly and secretly. Emperor Qingyuan had a deep friendship with Queen Gu and a deep affection for the eldest princess, and he had been trying to find a compromise to make both sides take a step back.

Yes, he had not yet given her and Xu Qingcheng justice, but Mu Yao thought things were too simple. The people in power made laws as a means, not to tie themselves up in knots.

He had something in his mind, but he said nothing. In a suffocating atmosphere, Wang Yanzhi left the Taifu Mansion.

Master Li sighed, pulled Mu Yao in front of him, and patted her shoulder gently: "Yaoyao, Dad knows what you think and what you want. But I have to say something for Wang Yanzhi today. He really tried his best. There are some things Dad didn't tell you. Dad, the eldest princess, and Prime Minister Xu will handle them. We just want you and Qingcheng to be well and get married smoothly."

Mu Yao said a lot of harsh words in front of Wang Yanzhi today. Now she is calmer and feels a little regretful when she thinks back. He is really helping her. Maybe, just like Dad said, he has tried his best.

Mu Yao was a little confused, as if she was in a maze with countless obstacles and couldn't get out. Maybe she didn't know enough about this strange world, and she used her shallow knowledge to measure the unknown.

"Father, why has the imperial edict come down, but Gu Huiran still hasn't received the punishment she deserves? Can we just let go of the harm done to Brother Xu? I can't do that. Can't the Princess, Prime Minister Xu and so many others bring down the Huaiyang Marquisate? Is the Emperor so supportive of Queen Gu?"

Tutor Li's expression was slightly stiff. "Silly child, it's because the Emperor took her thoughts into consideration that Gu Huiran could stay in the Huaiyang Marquis' Mansion."

But he couldn't say that: "Yaoyao, let me be disrespectful. If you and Qingcheng were in the emperor and queen's shoes, do you think Qingcheng would consider your feelings and give Gu Huiran a chance to live for your sake?"

Mu Yao was stunned for a moment and was speechless.

Li Taifu's eyes gradually became deep, and his face showed a rare solemn expression. He said earnestly: "Yaoyao, Dad wants to say a few more words to you today. The imperial power is supreme, and this supreme refers to the highest power. People who have this power cannot do whatever they want, but do not do what they don't want to do. It just so happens that Queen Gu has this man with supreme power."

"So Yaoyao, Dad wants to say that Qingcheng is very good and is the best among his peers. But he is not the strongest one. Dad believes you will understand."

Li Taifu's words made Mu Yao doubt her own judgment and cognition for the first time. She returned to Linglong Pavilion with an extremely heavy heart. She didn't want to do anything and couldn't muster the energy to do anything.

On the other hand, at the Helian family's "Tingxue Pavilion" was bustling with activity and full of joy at this moment.

Helian Qing's second uncle Helian Juzheng and second aunt Shen Zhixue were listening to her story of what happened at today's Spring Banquet with great interest.

Their minds were filled with the scene of their son falling in love with a noble lady named Mu Yao, and how he rescued her from the water like a hero, and even carried her into the cabin in full view of everyone.

Helian Qing described Mu Yao as a beauty rarely seen in the world. When Shen Zhixue heard this, a beautiful face that could make fish sink to the bottom of their chests, geese fall to the ground, birds startled, and the moon hide in shame, immediately appeared before her eyes.

She was shaking with excitement, as if every nerve in her body was burning with excitement. She crossed her hands and clenched them tightly, her eyes filled with anticipation: "Yun'er, who is this girl from? Your father and I will go and propose marriage right now!"

Helian Yun glared at Helian Qing in dissatisfaction, then turned to look at Shen Zhixue helplessly and said, "Mom, don't listen to Yoyo's nonsense, there is nothing wrong with it."

When Shen Zhixue heard this, her voice suddenly rose: "You saved her and held her, how can you say that there is no chance of success?"

She didn't say much to Helian Yun, but turned to Helian Qing and asked, "Yo Yo, which family is Miss Mu from? Tell me!"

Helian Ju was pouring a cup of tea for Shen Zhixue, asking her to take a moment and drink a few sips before asking slowly.

Helian Qing glanced at Helian Yun's face and pursed her throat: "Second Aunt, Yaoyao is the noble daughter of Li Taifu's family. She is the adopted daughter that Li Taifu just adopted."

Adopted daughter?

Shen Zhixue was slightly stunned: "Then where is her family from?"

Helian Juzheng's eyes flickered when he heard that it was Li Taifu. He handed the teacup to Shen Zhixue and said jokingly with a hint of reproach: "Li Taifu is upright and loyal, and his prestige is far-reaching. How could her daughter be any worse than her family?" He didn't have much contact with Li Taifu, so it seemed that he had to find an opportunity to visit him.

Helian Juzheng asked Helian Yun seriously: "Yun'er, tell us what you think? Let your mother and I have an idea too."

Helian Yun held the lotus cup in his hand, staring at the amber inside, with a barely perceptible smile on his lips.

I didn't intend to offend Jinghong, but Jinghong entered my heart.

Helian Yun raised his eyes and said lazily: "No hurry."

Shen Zhixue heard this and said with a look of disappointment: "Yes! You are not anxious! Your father and I are anxious! And your grandfather is anxious!"

She and Helian Juzheng only have this one child. Today, her son's illness has been cured, but his age has become her biggest worry. The most important thing is that the world cannot keep you, the beauty leaves the mirror, the flowers leave the trees. She was worried about Helian Yun's marriage.

Helian Juzheng figured out what Helian Yun meant. Seeing his beloved wife still confused as always, he couldn't help but sigh.

"Okay, your mother and I know everything. You should take good care of yourself. If there is anything that requires your mother and I to intervene, just ask." After saying that, Helian Juzheng leisurely tasted the "Tianshan Snow". Last time, he played chess with the Minister of Industry Chen Yanji and won three games in a row. Minister Chen lost two days of Tianshan Snow to him, and he is still showing off.

At this time, Helian Qing on the side hesitated to speak, frowned and said carefully: "Second Uncle, Second Aunt, there is one more thing I have to mention."

Helian Juzheng and Shen Zhixue looked at her lovingly: "Yoyo, go ahead."

She pursed her lips and hesitantly said, "In three months, Yaoyao will marry Xu Qingcheng, the third son of Prime Minister Xu."

Speaking of this, Helian Juzheng seemed to have some impression of it.

Shen Zhixue's face turned green: "What! She's getting married?"

She quickly turned to Helian Yun and said, "Yun'er, you found a married noblewoman to be your wife? What do you want to do? Be a servant to your husband?"

Shen Zhixue's face turned red with anxiety, and Helian Juzheng was so worried that he quickly stroked her beautiful back to calm her down.

Helian Qing wanted to interrupt but didn't dare. She actually wanted to say that there was nothing wrong with being Yaoyao's servant, and there were so many people who wanted to be her.

Looking at Helian Yun again, he said calmly, "There are still three months left."

Hearing this, Helian Qing's head was buzzing, and she looked at her brother in shock: What does big brother mean by this? Are you going to snatch Yaoyao from Xu Qingcheng?