It's all ruined, who cares about the chastity arch

The fiefdom bestowed by the late emperor will be the cradle for her to develop her strength and consolidate her foundation; and the military power in her hands will help her to use her financial resources to build an indestructible army.

From now on, no force can restrain her.

Su Wanyu gently called "brother", her voice gentle but firm.

Emperor Xuan responded with a sunny smile, his obsidian eyes were clear and deep, shining brightly.

Su Wanyu's eyes moved slightly, and her gentle almond eyes, like autumn water, contained full of tenderness: "In the future, that lonely and empty palace will no longer be lonely, because I will be by your side."

In the dim light, a glimmer flashed in the emperor's eyes. He paused for a moment, raised his eyebrows slightly, and a hearty smile appeared at the corner of his mouth: "Well, this is the best!"

Mr. Su, who was standing by, quietly wiped away the tears from the corners of his eyes with his sleeve, opened the door lightly, and quietly left this warm scene.

As the door opened slightly, a furry little figure sneaked in silently.

It was a snow-white kitten. The moment it caught the emperor's eyes, his eyes suddenly lit up.

He quickly held the little ball in his arms and asked curiously, "Sister, is this your cat?"

Su Wanyu nodded gently, her eyes full of tenderness: "Yes, I have raised it for several years, and it has a very gentle temperament."

However, the little dumpling sitting in the emperor's arms did not seem as relaxed as it usually was in Gu Linjun's arms. Its little ears were pressed tightly against its head, revealing a hint of nervousness.

The emperor gently stroked its little head and then handed it back to Su Wanyu.

The little dumpling almost immediately hid in Su Wanyu's arms, leaving only a pair of round, blue pupils showing as he peeked at the outside world.

"It looks like it's a little scared of me."

The emperor chuckled and tapped the little dumpling on the forehead.

The little guy simply buried his head in Su Wanyu's arms, leaving only his back visible to the public.

Su Wanyu gently stroked the little boy's back, her tone doting: "It's usually not afraid of strangers, but it may feel a little restrained because I'm around."

The little guy who usually runs around the mansion fearlessly showed fear for the first time, which made people feel emotional.

After all, animals' intuition is often the sharpest. Perhaps in the little dumpling's pure eyes, the emperor with an innocent smile, although temporarily restrained his edge, still exudes a dangerous aura that cannot be ignored, like a wolf with hidden claws, lurking quietly in the dark.

This time, the emperor resolutely stepped into the gate of the Su Mansion. His steps were firm and calm, with a righteousness that could not be ignored.

He deliberately extended his stay and chose to enjoy that warm and peaceful dinner moment with every member of the Su family.

On the dining table, all kinds of delicacies exuded enticing aromas, and the sounds of homely laughter and the family affection and harmony revealed between the clinking of cups and plates made this meal not only a feast for the taste buds, but also a warm gathering of the soul.

The setting sun is like a tired painter, using up the last touch of golden color to paint a magnificent picture across the sky.

The sky, interwoven with gold and red, seemed to be painted with the most brilliant paints, freely across the horizon.

This warm and dazzling light gently covers the ancient eaves. Every brick and tile is coated with a layer of dreamy glow, sparkling like ripples on the water.

In another corner behind the prosperity, Zheng Chengyan's figure was leaning alone beside the ancient banyan tree outside the gate of Pingxuan Marquis Mansion. The trunk was thick and the branches were lush, as if it had witnessed countless vicissitudes of life.

His gaze was sometimes focused on the tightly closed vermilion gate of the Marquis' Mansion, and sometimes drifted away into the distance, filled with expectation and uncertainty.

Ever since he accepted Pei's advice, the seed of pursuing the youngest daughter of the Marquis's Mansion was planted in his heart, but this hope was like a candle in the wind, weak and unstable.

Day after day, Zheng Chengyan waited there patiently, but the young lady of the Marquis's Mansion seemed to be locked up in an ivory tower, without even a trace of going out.

His waiting was like an endless melody, echoing in the empty streets, but receiving no response.

As night fell quietly, Zheng Chengyan finally realized that continuing to wait was just self-deception. His lost eyes revealed a bit of helplessness and sadness. He slowly turned around and started his journey home.

The journey from the noble marquis's mansion to his simple residence was like a journey from prosperity to desolation, and one had to pass through dozens of winding alleys.

In the past, the second master of Zheng rode in a gorgeous sedan chair and traveled through the streets and alleys. But now, all this glory has turned into dust under his feet with the reversal of fate.

In order to avoid meeting familiar faces and those eyes that might cast sympathetic or mocking looks, he deliberately chose those dark and narrow paths that were rarely traveled.

Even so, fate always likes to play tricks on people. At such an awkward moment, he met the past - the eldest son of the Guo family, his cousin, unexpectedly appeared in his world.

Young Master Guo, sitting in the beautifully decorated carriage, exudes an innate sense of nobility.

Their meeting should have been a warm reunion, but it became complicated and subtle because of the rift between their families.

Young Master Guo had sharp eyes and recognized the lonely figure at a glance.

He immediately ordered the driver to stop, eager to rekindle their old love.

Zheng Chengyan's ears caught that familiar yet unfamiliar voice, with mixed feelings in his heart. He slowly turned his head, but his eyes involuntarily sank when they met that smiling face. He didn't want anyone to see his embarrassment.

Young Master Guo held a folding fan in his hand, looking graceful, but he inadvertently revealed a sense of superiority in his words. He commented on Zheng Chengyan's clothes, and the contempt in his eyes was like an invisible sword that pierced Zheng Chengyan's heart.

Zheng Chengyan denied it coldly in an attempt to maintain his last bit of dignity. He then lowered his head and quickened his pace, wanting to escape from this suffocating atmosphere as quickly as possible.

However, Young Master Guo did not intend to let go of this topic. He called out loudly, as if he had some shocking news.

Zheng Chengyan paused, his heart tense, fearing that this sudden news was related to the family's difficulties, so he turned around, his eyes filled with both worry and expectation.

Upon seeing this, Young Master Guo put on a mysterious smile on his face and walked closer step by step, deliberately keeping the person in suspense. Those words were like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples.

Zheng Chengyan's expression changed from astonishment to confusion. How could a merchant's daughter be involved in such important court affairs?

Is there really someone who wants to make this marriage public in the government?

Thinking of this, a bitter smile emerged on the corner of his mouth. He knew deep down that the woman who had depended on him might eventually belong to someone else once she left.