Emperor Sheng An raised an eyebrow in mockery. "What about his clothes? Did he choose to wear them tattered? And the wounds on his body, big and small, from those mad dog bites. Do you know how much effort and fine herbs Imperial Physician Lin and I have put into feeding him?"

Old Madam Zhan's face was so ashamed that it tightened. She clenched her sleeves tightly, and her eyes were full of bloodshot and unbearable.

She felt a little regretful for coming here. Now, she was completely unable to hold her head up in front of others.

Emperor Sheng An said with disgust: "Since she is not your biological mother, don't use this unfilial act to pressure Zhan Yan in the future. Get out of here!"

Old Madam Zhan didn't dare to argue anymore. She got up dejectedly and left in a hurry under the contemptuous gazes of everyone.

Lin Yiwan just felt so relieved, she finally got rid of the annoying fly of Old Madam Zhan.

She wanted to see what else Zhan Yu could rely on!

Emperor Sheng An was in a good mood and generously rewarded all the participating families. He even gave a lot of snacks to the people present.

For a moment, the entire boat racing festival was lively and joyous, just like the Chinese New Year!

On the contrary, after returning to Wutong Garden, Madam Zhan vomited a few mouthfuls of blood and fell into a coma.

If it were in the past, Zhan Yu would have asked someone to call a doctor for her.

But today, he hesitated!

He was somewhat resentful of this grandmother. Why wasn't Zhan Yan her biological son? In this way, she continued to morally suppress Zhan Yan and his wife.

His mother said worriedly, "Yu'er, we can't delay any longer. Your grandmother doesn't seem to be well. She just suddenly peed on the bed. I'm a little scared!"

Zhan Yu snorted coldly: "What is there to be afraid of? Even if she dies, Zhan Yan will never take her back to the Marquis' Mansion!"

His mother reminded him carefully: "But she is your grandmother after all. We can't just stand by and watch her die!"

Zhan Yu waved his hands irritably: "Then you go and hire a doctor, I don't have any money anyway!"

His mother left in a hurry, and then saw Chen Zhilan walking in slowly with her pregnant belly.

Zhan Yu's expression softened when he saw her, because he knew that the child Chen Zhilan was carrying was his only root in this world.

He frowned and asked, "How are you feeling today? Did he make you uncomfortable?"

Chen Zhilan shyly replied, "Brother Yu, don't worry. Our child is very well behaved. If you don't believe me, just touch him!"

She stepped forward, held Zhan Yu's hand, and pulled it towards her bulging belly.

Zhan Yu frowned and avoided it without leaving a trace.

He said without hesitation: "Lan'er, go back and take good care of yourself. This child must not have any accidents!"

A hint of disappointment flashed across Chen Zhilan's face. The only connection she had with Zhan Yu now was this child.

Ever since he was driven out of the Marquis' Mansion, he had never loved her again.

She knew better than anyone that the person he was upset about was Lin Yiwan!

She understood the man in front of her deeply. The more he couldn't get her, the more he wanted her. Even if he couldn't do anything, he still longed for him to torture her severely and make her surrender.

She took a deep breath and said, "Brother Yu, I can help you get that woman!"

Zhan Yu froze. He suddenly looked up and glared at Chen Zhilan: "What are you going to do?"

Chen Zhilan leaned close to his ear, and his eyes gradually began to light up.

He said in a gentle voice: "Zhilan, as long as this matter can be done, once I have her completely under my control, we can live a good life!"

Chen Zhilan reached out and touched her belly, murmuring softly, "Everything is for our child. Only she can give him a better support and pave a bright and prosperous road for him!"

Zhan Yu understood this logic very well. The power behind Lin Yiwan should not be underestimated.

At this time, Lin Yiwan was in the Marquis' Mansion and had no idea that Zhan Yu had set his sights on her again. She was counting money until her hands cramped.

Oh my God, a full 150,000 taels of silver, it’s all hers!

She never expected that the Zhan family team led by Zhan Yan was so valuable.

She was so happy holding those banknotes that she almost went crazy.

Ling'er brought her the freshly cooked chicken soup and couldn't help but ask, "Madam, should we dig a hole and bury the banknotes?"

Lin Yiwan finally realized what was happening and nodded hurriedly, "You're right, money is a blinding temptation. It's not that you're afraid of thieves stealing it, but you're afraid of thieves taking advantage of it!"

He didn't even bother to drink the chicken soup and dragged Ling'er to the back garden to dig a hole.

When Zhan Yan returned from the palace, he couldn't find Lin Yiwan anywhere and couldn't help but feel puzzled.

He asked Zi'er, and Zi'er pointed in the direction of the back garden with a strange look on her face.

He asked in surprise, "It's so late, and Wanwan is still admiring the flowers?"

Zi'er replied, "Madam isn't admiring the flowers anymore, she's digging a hole to hide the money!"

Zhan Yan staggered and ran towards the back garden.

He finally saw Lin Yiwan from behind the box, and saw her directing Ling'er: "Dig deeper, otherwise it won't fit in!"

He asked anxiously, "Wanwan, what are you doing?"

Lin Yiwan suddenly turned around, and her pretty face was covered with white and black stripes.

She narrowed her eyes and smiled, "My Lord, you're back? Have you finished your medicinal bath? Ling'er and I are digging a hole to hide the money. After all, Wanjinlou sent so many banknotes, I'm afraid some thieves will take advantage of it!"

Zhan Yan stepped forward and took her hand, saying, "Don't bother with that. I have a mechanism room in my study. Everything is stored in there. Even the most skilled thief can't get in!"

Lin Yiwan lifted his sleeve and wiped her face: "You should have told me earlier. You made Ling'er and I dig a hole for so long. My arms are so tired that they are powerless!"

Zhan Yan couldn't help but laugh: "How would I know you were planning to dig a hole to hide the money? Wanwan, you're really adorable!"

Seeing him laughing so hard, Lin Yiwan couldn't help but curl the corners of her lips.

As long as he is happy!

After they returned to the study and put the banknotes away, Zhan Yan said to her seriously, "The Emperor has sent people to investigate, and the underwater trap was set by King Zhongyong!"

Lin Yiwan narrowed her eyes: "He wants your life?"

Zhan Yan raised his eyebrows sarcastically: "It may not be just him. This time, it's fortunate that the Fang family army came to our rescue in time. Otherwise, if any of the Zhan family members got into trouble, our mansion would be blamed by the family!"

Lin Yiwan murmured, "If anything happens to you, the biggest beneficiary is Zhan Yu. He's the one who teamed up with King Zhongyong to kill you!"

Zhan Yan narrowed his eyes, his face filled with murderous intent.

He said coldly: "He deserves to die!"

After dawn, a figure rushed towards the Zhan family in Wutongyuan.

When Zhan Yu and others were still sleeping soundly, they heard someone knocking on the courtyard door loudly.

He opened his eyes drowsily, and a basin of cold water was poured over his head.

Just as he was about to yell in anger, the elder of the clan came with his men.

He could only suppress his anger and ask, "Elder, why are you here so early?"

The elder dragged him off the bed and said, "Zhan Yu, are you trying to murder the men of the Zhan family? The owner of the Chen Family Boat Shop has already filed a complaint with the government. You ordered his servant to tamper with all the rivets on the dragon boat!"

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