Madam Cao interrupted without hesitation: "Our Cao family can't come up with that much silver. Giving Jinlou thirty thousand taels is already the limit. We absolutely cannot give Lin Yiwan the thirty thousand!"
Cao Aiwen's eyes widened in disbelief: "Grandma, you don't care about me anymore?"
Madam Cao said dissatisfiedly: "I really want to ignore it, but I can't just watch you being bullied by that bitch!"
Cao Aiwen immediately threw himself into her arms and sobbed, "Grandma, I knew you loved me the most!"
Madam Cao pushed her aside and said, "Do you know what gift Lin Yiwan bought for Princess Li?"
Cao Aiwen shook his head, but Su Zining, who was standing next to him, said, "I know, it's just an ordinary headgear. What does the old lady have to say?"
Madam Cao frowned and looked at her. "You were the one who took Aiwen out this time. If she gets into trouble, you can't escape responsibility. I won't go into the details of your grudge with Lin Yiwan. Do you still want to stay in the Cao Mansion?"
Su Zining choked with grievance: "Of course I have to stay. Since I am already the master's person, I will never have second thoughts!"
Madam Cao waved her hands irritably: "No matter how nice your words are, it's useless. It's better to do something practical!"
Su Zining bit her lip hard and said, "Old Madam, even if I were beaten to death, I still can't come up with 30,000 taels of silver!"
Madam Cao interrupted without hesitation: "Who asked you to help pay the debt? Aren't you smart? Can't you think of a way to avoid paying the debt?"
Su Zining immediately understood that the old lady wanted to use her as a knife.
But she had no choice!
She quickly lowered her eyes and said, "Zining is stupid and can't think of a solution. Please give me some advice, old lady!"
Madam Cao said viciously, "Order your men to keep an eye on the Marquis's residence. When the wedding banquet is held, find a way to swap Lin Yiwan's gift!"
Su Zining asked in shock, "Madam, what was in the gift box?"
Madam Cao scolded impatiently, "Why are you asking so many questions? If you do things well, I will allow you to be my concubine. If you fail, then you can't blame me for being ruthless!"
Su Zining didn't dare to refute anymore and could only respond in a low voice.
As night fell, Zhan Yan hurried back to the Marquis' Mansion.
At this time, Lin Yiwan had already crawled into bed and fell asleep. She was really tired and sleepy.
Just as I was half asleep, I felt an itch on my neck.
She squinted her eyes and murmured, "No, husband, I'm so sleepy!"
Zhan Yan replied hoarsely, "But I'm not sleepy, Wanwan. Open your eyes and look at me. Talk to me!"
She pushed him in dissatisfaction: "You are a dog, why are you chewing it?"
Because the movement was too big, the quilt was opened in an instant, revealing a large area of skin between her chest.
The previous marks had not yet faded, with an alluring light pink color, which made Zhan Yan's throat tighten.
He took a deep breath and said, "Wanwan, this is not my fault. My mind was trying to control itself, but my body had its own inappropriate thoughts!"
He leaned over and pressed them down, covering them both tightly with the quilt.
After a long time, Lin Yiwan groaned sadly: "Husband, are you done yet? If you keep going on, it will be dawn!"
Zhan Yan's eyes locked on her tightly: "Wanwan, since I'm leaving Beijing tomorrow, please indulge me a little!"
Lin Yiwan was instantly awakened. She subconsciously opened her eyes and asked, "You're leaving Beijing? Where are you going?"
Zhan Yan lowered his head and kissed the corner of her lips: "Going to Lingnan to suppress bandits is not a big deal, I will be back soon!"
Lin Yiwan's mind started working rapidly. What major events happened in Lingnan in her previous life?
Noticing her distraction, he hurriedly reminded her, "Wanwan, pay attention!"
She subconsciously put her arms around his waist and said, "Husband, I can't concentrate. Please finish first. I need to sort out my thoughts!"
Zhan Yan was at a loss whether to laugh or cry. How could this be ended just like that?
But seeing her serious expression, he didn't dare to mess around anymore.
After another half an incense stick of time, he carried her to the side room to take a bath.
Lin Yiwan leaned in his arms, her pretty face flushed with tiredness.
At this moment, she finally remembered that the people who appeared in Lingnan were not fierce bandits, but government bandits.
In his previous life, Ye Tianqing, the lord of Lingnan City, conspired with King Zhongyong to rebel. He had very high-quality iron ore in his hands, so his weapons were very sophisticated.
The reason he brought Zhan Yan over this time was probably for the soldiers he had just received.
She was afraid that he would be in danger on this trip. If she guessed correctly, he would never come back.
After realizing this, she quickly grabbed his arm and said, "Husband, have you decided which soldiers to take with you?"
Zhan Yan didn't understand why she was so nervous. He had been to countless battlefields, big and small, and he really didn't take a mere group of bandits seriously.
If the emperor had not said that he wanted to train the newly received soldiers, he would not have wanted to lead the team himself.
He and Wanwan had just had an intimate relationship, and he was so angry that he separated them. It was really unfair of him.
However, the emperor promised him that as long as he returned from suppressing the bandits, the pleasure boat would be his!
In the future, I can take Wanwan to the pleasure boat when I have free time. Just thinking about that feeling makes me feel so excited!
As he helped her clean, he replied, "The Emperor said to take those Black Forest soldiers over there and see how strong they are!"
Lin Yiwan broke out in a cold sweat after hearing this. As expected, both the emperor and Zhan Yan were deceived.
If we take the Black Forest Army to Lingnan to suppress bandits, what difference would that make us die in vain?
She stopped him without hesitation: "You can't trust the Black Forest Army too much. If they don't take action, won't you be attacked from all sides?"
Just one sentence alerted Zhan Yan. He asked worriedly, "Wanwan, do you think the Black Forest Army isn't truly surrendering?"
Lin Yiwan nodded. "They used to be paid by the King of Loyalty and Bravery. Even if he's dead now, those people might just obey superficially and not necessarily be willing to fight for you or the court!"
Zhan Yan was thoughtful for a moment before he slowly spoke: "Okay, I will discuss this matter with the emperor tomorrow. On the surface, let the Black Forest Army charge into battle. As for secretly, prepare another batch of Yan's Army!"
Lin Yiwan finally breathed a sigh of relief. The Yan army was his stronghold. As long as they were there, fighting Yan would be safe.
She warned: "Only you and the emperor know about this matter, so that we can catch them by surprise!"
Zhan Yan lowered his eyes and chuckled: "Madam, you care about your husband very much!"
Lin Yiwan couldn't help but frown: "Nonsense, we just consummated our marriage, I don't want to be a widow in the future!"
His eyes suddenly darkened, and he whispered in her ear, "No, for Wanwan, I have to live well too!"
Feeling the heat coming, Lin Yiwan's pretty face was suddenly filled with charm again.
She didn't hesitate any longer and took the initiative to put her arms around his waist.
After dawn, Lin Yiwan fell into a deep sleep.
Soon, she heard Ling'er's voice calling out, "Madam, wake up! It's time to attend the Princess Li's coming-out banquet!"
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