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Hu Lianxue felt better after receiving her comfort.

A few days passed quickly, and she followed her grandmother into the temple filled with smoke, praying for peace for the family.

There were crowds of people on both sides of the street, and in the midst of this chaos, the figure of a middle-aged man inadvertently entered her sight.

The man was once a bandit in the bandit camp. Before the bandit camp was in trouble, he was out on business and thus escaped. Hu Lianxue did not expect to meet him in the capital.

Hu Lianxue's heart was instantly gripped by an indescribable fear, as if the haze of the past had silently enveloped her again at this moment.

She immediately closed the curtain of the carriage. She thought she could live a good life, so why did this person appear here again?

As soon as they returned to the Marquis' Mansion, Leng Shiyun asked her to come over and take a look.

"Look at all these jewels and gems. They are all the betrothal gifts carefully prepared by the Fu family. Each piece is a rare treasure in the capital. The high standard shows how much they value you. My daughter, our family's dowry must match it. We must not let anyone look down on it."

Hu Lianxue looked at the betrothal gifts piled up in the room, but she couldn't feel happy at all: "Thank you, mother. I understand your painstaking efforts."

She didn't want to become a pair of enemies with Fu Rongxuan, and originally wanted to tell him the truth before getting married, but every time she was about to speak, there would always be other things to interrupt her, as if God didn't let her speak.

In order to relieve the depression in her heart, she still went to the cloth workshop to work every day. Only in this way could she forget her worries and sorrows for a short time.

Here, the softness of every strand of fabric seems to smooth out the wrinkles in your heart, allowing your troubled thoughts to find a moment of peace.

"Oh, look at this young lady, she is a noble lady, why does she do this kind of work herself? She is so lucky that she is envied. Not only does she return to a noble family, but she also has to compete for food with us common people."

The new girl was a little impatient and secretly worried that she would lose her job if Hu Lianxue came back. Her words were unconsciously tinged with bitterness and ridicule.

However, Hu Lianxue just smiled indifferently and did not get angry. She just quietly arranged the fabrics in the shop neatly.

"You are right. I came here just to personally select some fine fabrics and make some new clothes."

Hu Lianxue took a few pieces of fabric and bought them directly.

She took the fabric and left in a hurry. She wanted to be alone and quiet, but unexpectedly she felt someone following her.

Hu Lianxue was very familiar with this place. She deftly moved through the winding alleys, trying to get rid of the unexpected follower by taking a tortuous path.

Hu Lianxue pondered secretly, and a bold plan quietly took shape in her mind.

She suddenly changed direction and resolutely stepped into the prosperous and blurry place of fireworks.

As soon as she stepped into this area, Hu Lianxue disappeared like a fish into water.

The man who was following was caught off guard by the sudden enthusiasm and was instantly surrounded by a group of smiling women in gorgeous clothes. For a moment, he was unable to cope with everything.

Hu Lianxue took advantage of the chaos and slipped out from the back door quietly and silently.

She used to come here often to deliver fabrics. Most of the women here knew her, and when they saw her coming, they all smiled knowingly and were not surprised at all.

When the man saw that he had lost her, he became very angry.

However, Hu Lianxue saw the man's face clearly. It was the bandit Yan Laosi whom she saw that day.

His appearance was like a haze covering her heart, causing her to frown secretly, and worry surged like a tide.

I know very well that these are not good people. If I get entangled with them, not only will I be caught in endless troubles, but I am also afraid that the solemn marquisate will be implicated and my good reputation will be tarnished.

Thinking of this, she became angry and anxious, and worried too much. After returning to the Marquis' Mansion, she fell ill.

He was originally thin, and now he is even more frail. He relies on medicine every day to stay alive.

Leng Shiyun and the old lady were extremely anxious. Even calling in famous doctors was of no help. In desperation, they could only send someone to contact Jiang Nianwei.

Jiang Nianwei gently touched his wrist, and with the movement of her fingertips, she understood the other person's mental illness. She dismissed the people in the room and then said, "Why are you getting more and more worried? The root of your illness is not in your body, but in your heart. If you don't untie it, no medicine can cure it."

"Miss Jiang, ahem, I also want to untie the knot in my heart, but I'm afraid... However, the weight of the knot in my heart makes me hesitate. I can only dare to reveal a little when I face you."

"Tell me what happened, I will definitely help you solve it."

Hu Lianxue sighed softly, "The bandit camp guy is back. He knows my past and he's following me. I'm really scared. He'll spread everything. My reputation doesn't matter, but I finally found my parents and grandmother. How can the reputation of the Marquisate be tarnished because of me?"

She wiped her tears as she spoke, and it seemed like she was going to faint any second.

Jiang Nianwei just found out that there were still some remnants of the bandits. She picked up the red bean porridge and said, "No matter how worried you are, you still have to eat. If you are gone, Marquis An Ning and his wife will be even more sad. They have gone through a lot of hardships to recognize you. All this is not easy. The people in the bandit camp are bandits and traitors. I will help you get rid of them, so don't worry."

"What was that person's name and what he looked like? Do you remember?"

"remember."

Hu Lianxue forced herself to sit up, and with trembling fingers, she picked up the paper and pen. "His name is Yan Laosi."

Jiang Nianwei put the paper away and said, "Drink this bowl of red bean porridge now. I will prescribe medicine for you later. You must take it every day. Your health is important."

"I remember."

During this period, Fu Rongxuan came every day regardless of rain or shine, just hoping to see her well with his own eyes.

However, she always declined his visits on the grounds that she was afraid of being infected by illness.

Fu Rongxuan thought that it was because he was busy with official duties and had not had time to see her in the daytime for several days, which made her angry.

In fact, at night, he always waited silently behind the villa, his heart was on the beauty, but he also observed etiquette and did not dare to step into the woman's private boudoir easily.

When he saw Miss Jiang coming out, he hurriedly stepped forward and asked, "Miss Jiang, has Lianxue's health improved?"

Jiang Nianwei sighed, looking a little melancholy. Seeing this, he felt even more uneasy, fearing that he would hear an answer from her that he didn't want to hear.

"Is Lianxue's condition serious? It's all my fault. Is she still angry with me?" Fu Rongxuan, who was always cold and aloof, felt extremely anxious.

"Master Fu, Lianxue is suffering from a heart disease. I know your character. No matter how she becomes, you will stay with her, right?"

He said firmly: "Miss Jiang, rest assured. No matter what happens to her, I will stand firmly by her side."

Jiang Nianwei forced a smile: "I hope so. Lianxue just caught a cold and didn't give birth to you. When she gets better, she will come to see you."

She now has to deal with the guy named Yan Laosi. Only by getting rid of that guy can Hu Lianxue's illness be cured.

Ever since Jiang Nianwei came, Hu Lianxue was finally able to eat and her face became a little rosier.

"As expected, Miss Jiang has a solution. Look, Lianxue is much better now."

The old woman held Hu Lianxue's hand with concern, "Grandma knows that you are worried. If you have any concerns, you can tell me. Grandma has been through this before."

Hu Lianxue felt the warmth in the other person's palm, but she didn't dare to tell him everything.

The old lady dismissed everyone and said, "No matter what happens, grandma will stand by you."

In fact, as careful as she is, she has already discovered some clues.

Seeing that Hu Lianxue was already hesitant and frowned, she shook her head helplessly, "Lianxue, how about grandma telling you a story?"

"Grandma, what story do you want to tell?"

"This is my grandmother when she was young. At that time, your grandfather was not yet the Marquis of An Ning, but just a young general at the border. My grandmother was also still young. In fact, my grandmother was not born into a wealthy family, but a merchant family. Fortunately, your grandfather loved her and arranged a marriage for her."

"At that time, I was also very brave. I heard that there was war at the border and was anxious. Relying on my basic knowledge of martial arts, I actually found a way to go to the border to find your grandfather. Unfortunately, I overestimated my own abilities and was captured by an enemy soldier."

Thinking of this, the old lady's eyes were filled with sadness. "When your grandfather found me... you also know how important a woman's reputation is. But your grandfather did not despise me. He just killed the enemy soldier and took me back. He married me and had children with me, and never mentioned that matter again."

"But this matter has always been a thorn in my heart."

Only then did Hu Lianxue realize that her grandmother had had a similar experience as she did.

"I once wanted to help him take in a few concubines, but he refused. I also mustered up the courage to ask him. Do you know what your grandfather answered?"

Hu Lianxue asked, "What did he say?"

"It is my responsibility that you have been humiliated for following me. The fault is not yours. I only regret that I was unable to save you from the dire straits."

As soon as these words came out, Hu Lianxue shed tears unconsciously, "Grandma, you have suffered a lot, but fortunately, Grandpa is understanding."

"My dear granddaughter, I know you have been living outside for so many years and you must have had some bad experiences. But I don't blame you for that. It's the way the world is."

Hu Lianxue finally couldn't hold on any longer and fell into her grandmother's arms, crying loudly.

The old lady then learned the reason. It turned out that her granddaughter really had such an experience, but she felt only regret and pity in her heart.

"If that Master Fu can't understand, then it's better for you not to get married. Lianxue will stay by Grandmother's side forever, which is also very good. Grandmother can't bear to part with you anyway."

After a good cry, the depression in her heart was released and she finally felt better.

Jiang Nianwei also sent people to inquire about the whereabouts of Yan Laosi.

After much hardship, Old Fourth Yan finally found out that Hu Lianxue had become the daughter of the Marquis' Mansion, and he was extremely excited.

Although he saved his life, all the money he had was soon squandered. Moreover, Hu Lianxue was as beautiful as a flower, and he had long coveted her beauty.

But at that time, the boss didn't allow anyone else to touch this beauty at all.

Now that he knew of her noble status and was well aware of her past, he wanted to use this to threaten her and get both money and beauty.

He knew that he could not show up easily, so he bribed a few children with a few coins to monitor the situation in the mansion at all times.

Who knew that Yuwen Long had already discovered all this.

"Hey, kids, what are you looking at when you're squatting here all day?"

The child immediately responded, "We didn't see anything!"

Yuwen Long brought some snacks from Baihua Tower and deliberately ate them in front of the children. "This cake is really delicious. If you are willing to tell the truth, the rest will be yours."

As the defenses of the children gradually crumbled, Yuwen Long casually took out a glittering silver ingot from his sleeve, and a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth: "My friends, whoever can tell the truth will get the reward."

"I'll tell you, I'll tell you!" Immediately, a child stepped forward, his voice filled with a bit of eagerness and innocence.

"No, have you forgotten that we took money from that man?"

"It's just two cents, it's nothing. I can just give it back to him. Besides, he looks like a bad guy. I don't want to help him anymore. Big brother, I'm willing to tell you the truth."

After hearing this, the other children also rushed to tell him the truth, "I will tell you too!"

When the other children heard this, their eyes sparkled with excitement. They were eager to try, vying with each other, and their childish voices rose one after another:

"I know that too! Let me tell you!"

"Don't worry, don't worry, let's do it one by one. I have very sharp ears and I will make sure I don't miss a word you say."

The leading child then spoke: "There was a bearded man who gave us two cents and told us to stay at the door of the mansion. If we saw the young lady coming out, we should inform him immediately."

"How could a beautiful young lady like you fall for a toad like that?"

"My dear friends, do you know where that person is? If you know anything, please let me know. I have other things to thank you for."

The children looked at each other and said, "We know. He told us to report to him as soon as we have any news."

Yuwen Long smiled, "These are rewards for you. Take me there immediately!"

Following the group of children into an alley, Yuwen Long asked the children to lead him out.

"But, big brother, we are afraid. He is strong and will beat us."

"Don't worry, big brother will teach them a lesson and make sure he won't bully you again." There was a cold look in his eyes.

Several children came forward and shouted the man's name: "Old Four, Old Four, come out quickly!"

When Yan Laosi heard someone calling his name, he thought there was news about Hu Lianxue, so he rushed out immediately.

The children immediately ran away, leaving only a tall man staring at him with a smile.

But that smile was somewhat creepy. Yan Laosi felt something was wrong and was about to run away.

Yuwen Long sneered, "Where do you want to run to?"