When the group arrived outside the general's mansion, they saw Jiang Lanlan standing outside, pacing back and forth, rubbing her hands.

She was originally staying at the Meng family with Zhao Wanzhu, but Zhao Wanzhu was suddenly called away and hasn't returned yet. She was very worried.

After some inquiries, I found out that Zhao Wanzhu was taken away by Nanny Shen.

She came to the general's mansion and knocked on the door to look for someone, but was stopped outside by the doorman.

Ever since they were intercepted at night last time, she felt that Zhao Wanzhu was acting strangely. She was worried that something had happened to Zhao Wanzhu, so she waited outside the general's mansion, hoping that the general's master would come back and ask for her in person.

She saw the carriage parked at the door and knew that the visitor was unusual. Just as she was about to go forward to ask, she saw Su Xiaoxiao and Xiao Ran getting out of the carriage.

Zhao Wanzhu followed closely behind.

She ran over quickly.

Su Xiaoxiao saw the worry in Jiang Lanlan's eyes, and patted her hand gently, signaling her not to worry.

"This is not the place to talk. Let's go inside and I'll tell you in detail."

Although Jiang Lanlan was surprised at how Su Xiaoxiao and Xiao Ran could enter the general's mansion, she still followed them obediently.

The group entered the mansion, and Su Xiaoxiao told Jiang Lanlan what had happened.

Upon learning the news that Su Xiaoxiao was her real daughter, Jiang Lanlan widened her eyes in shock and looked at Su Xiaoxiao, with whom she had grown up, in disbelief.

Arriving at the main hall, as soon as the group sat down, Du Mei was the first to speak: "Son, when are you planning to move into the General's Mansion and reunite with our family?"

Zheng also followed suit.

"Yes, the family always stays together!"

Su Xiaoxiao looked at Zhao Wanzhu, then at Xiao Ran, stood up and bowed respectfully to Du Mei and Zheng.

"Grandma, aunt, I know you love me, but I grew up in the countryside, raised by my mother. I can't just recognize my blood relatives and forget my adoptive mother. I promise I'll come back to see you more often in the future, okay?"

Du Mei and Zheng nodded slightly upon hearing this.

Su Xiaoxiao is a kind and upright girl who knows how to repay kindness. They should not force her to make any choice.

"We were too impatient and ignored your situation."

"Do whatever you want! Just remember one thing: the General's Mansion will be your backer in the future. If anyone dares to bully you, just tell me and your uncle!"

Su Xiaoxiao bowed again.

"Thank you, Grandma and Aunt, for your understanding!"

"We're all family, why are you being so formal? We've been busy all day, and you must be hungry. I'll ask the kitchen to cook, and we'll have a good reunion dinner!"

"Okay! Then Xiao Xiao will respectfully obey your orders!"

Although Du Mei and Zheng are of noble status, they appear to be particularly friendly and easy-going in front of Zhao Wanzhu and Jiang Lanlan.

After they learned about Jiang Lanlan's situation, they comforted her and said that there are many good men in the world and they would help her find a good family in the future.

Jiang Lanlan never thought in her life that one day the general's mansion would help her arrange a marriage. She was both excited and shy.

The food was soon served and everyone sat down to eat.

Du Mei and Zheng first thanked Zhao Wanzhu solemnly. Zhao Wanzhu stood up and responded, looking a little embarrassed.

Zheng smiled and said, "We are all family, there's no need to be so formal. You are our Li family's benefactor! Without you, how could we be reunited with Xiaoxiao today?"

"Madam, you are too kind. Meeting Xiaoxiao is my blessing. If it weren't for her, I would have turned into a pile of bones and followed her father to his death! Without Xiaoxiao, I wouldn't be able to live the good life I have now."

Seeing tears in Zhao Wanzhu's eyes, Zheng immediately changed the subject.

"Today is a happy day, a joyous day. Let's not cry. In short, our Xiao Xiao is a blessed and lucky person. He's a little lucky star!"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone followed suit and raised their glasses to celebrate.

After a few glasses of wine to wash down the mess, Du Mei looked at Xiao Ran, who had been grinning foolishly and remained silent, and asked, "You usually don't talk a lot, so why are you so silent today?"

Xiao Ran was suddenly called out, and was stunned for a moment. He smiled innocently and said, "I... I'm happy for my wife! Hehe!"

"Although you come from a merchant family and your status is somewhat different from my granddaughter's, I have already investigated and you are a good child. I am relieved that my granddaughter will follow you."

Xiao Ran was so excited to be recognized by Du Mei that he immediately stood up and bowed deeply to Du Mei.

"Don't worry, grandma. I, Xiao Ran, will definitely treat my wife well and will never let her suffer any injustice. If I don't do that, grandma and aunt can use me as a scapegoat!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone burst into laughter.

"Silly boy, what we want is for you to be nice to Xiaoxiao, why would we want your life!"

Xiao Ran was rarely shy, scratching his head and grinning foolishly.

After eating and drinking, the sky gradually darkened. Li Mu did not return from the palace until Su Xiaoxiao and her group left.

A few days later, with the issuance of an imperial edict, everyone finally put their minds at ease.

Because Li Mu delivered the evidence to the emperor in time, the emperor became furious when he learned the truth.

The evidence not only proved that General Han Fei was framed by Prince Huan and the Second Prince, but also provided Prince Huan and the Second Prince's plan to murder the First Prince.

The eldest prince is the future crown prince. Prince Huan and the second prince want to murder the eldest prince. Their intention of rebellion is obvious and they deserve to be killed.

So the emperor and Li Mu had a discussion and carefully set up a plan.

Before Prince Huan and the Second Prince kill the First Prince, make preparations and capture all of Prince Huan and the Second Prince's men.

With the evidence solid, it was only natural to arrest Prince Huan and the Second Prince.

King Huan's plan to use the second prince to kill the eldest prince and reap the benefits was also thwarted.

For the crime of treason, King Huan's entire family was executed, and the second prince was stripped of his royal status, demoted to a commoner, and exiled to the bitter cold land in the north, never to leave for the rest of his life.

General Han Fei was reinstated and all his confiscated property was returned. His family was immediately released without charge and sent back home.

After the emperor learned about Su Xiaoxiao's situation and identity, he realized that Su Xiaoxiao could not receive the reward as the real daughter of the Minister's Mansion, so he thought about it again and again.

It was finally decided to reward Su Xiaoxiao and Xiao Ran as ordinary citizens.

Su Xiaoxiao and Xiao Ran were rewarded for their contribution in escorting the evidence, and Su Xiaoxiao was named a princess and enjoyed a road ban by the court, while Xiao Ran was named an imperial merchant.

With Su Xiaoxiao's identity, the General's Mansion adopted her as their adopted daughter because she looked like Li Manhui. In this way, Su Xiaoxiao could interact with the General's Mansion and be protected by it.

As for Gu Gaoxuan, he felt mixed emotions when he learned about this.

He had no feelings for his daughter who was living away from home, but he still felt a little guilty towards his deceased wife.

When he heard that Su Xiaoxiao had opened a branch in Beijing, he secretly visited the store many times.

Seeing Su Xiaoxiao answering customers with ease, her every frown and smile were very similar to his late wife, he felt inexplicably dazed.

It was as if I was back to many years ago, when I was in harmony with my late wife and enjoyed a wonderful time of love.

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