Reborn to marry, the short-lived prince lived a hundred years

Chapter 49: Mother's Relics

Shen Yunheng was silent for a moment and then said, "That was given to you by the Queen Mother to nourish your body. It is yours. I have no right to ask you for it."

Having said that, Shen Yunheng did have a flash of thought about borrowing it from Meng Tingyue first. Once this thought arose, he couldn't help but think of the words in the letter.

There seems to be some discord between the Crown Princess and the Emperor's younger brother. Under such circumstances, how could the Crown Princess lend out ginseng so easily?

If I borrow money, I will owe her a favor. After weighing the pros and cons, it might be more appropriate to borrow directly from my mother, and then find treasures to compensate her in the future.

When Meng Tingyue heard Shen Yunheng's words, a slight ripple was stirred in her heart for no reason.

She had only ever heard of husband and wife being one, and there were many examples in the past where someone took things away without her permission, whether it was the Meng family or the King of Qing.

It was the first time she heard this statement, and her heart felt sour and filled with an indescribable emotion.

She hid the awkwardness in her eyes and asked, "Husband, won't you go to see the King?"

Meng Tingyue was confused and didn't want to continue to get along with him.

Shen Yunheng did intend to visit Prince Qing, so he left.

Meng Tingyue was the only one left in the room.

Qinglan Qingdian entered the house after Shen Yunheng left.

"Is the Crown Princess going to visit His Royal Highness Prince Qing?"

Meng Tingyue shook her head slightly. There were so many people over there, one more or one less wouldn't make much difference. "Where's my dad?"

Qinglan quickly returned, "Your Highness Prince Qing needs to rest, so the master went to the study."

"Come on, let's go to the study."

……

A good day of returning to the parents' home turned out like this. Lord Meng once regretted whether his choice was correct.

Jiaojiao insisted on marrying the Fifth Prince despite his frail appearance of vomiting blood and taking medicine at every turn. Now it’s not worth it as she can’t even provide him with any help.

Was that dream really just an ordinary dream?

When Lord Meng recalled the dreams he had these days, he felt increasingly conflicted, mixed with deep regret.

Shouldn't he have spoken to Tingyue in that way just now? What if Tingyue held a grudge against him and whispered in the prince's ear? What would happen to his career?

"Daddy."

An eight-year-old child happily rushed into Lord Meng's arms.

The worry on Lord Meng's face disappeared, and turned into kindness. He gently picked up Meng Yitang and said, "Tang'er, why are you here? Aren't you supposed to attend class today?"

Meng Yitang said in a childish voice, "The academy is closed today."

Lord Meng was surprised and looked up at Qi Shenming who was standing by the door: "Why didn't anyone notify me?"

Before Qi Shenming could speak, Meng Yitang spoke first: "I was the one who asked Third Brother Qi not to tell Dad. I wanted to give Dad a surprise. Is Dad happy?"

Qi Shenming nodded.

Lord Meng smiled broadly, "Dad is happy. Thank you Shenming for sending Tang'er back."

"Uncle Meng, you're welcome. It's just on my way." Qi Shenming chuckled. "Since Tang'er is home, I'll..."

Before he finished speaking, the voice of a servant was heard from the outer courtyard.

"Master, the Crown Princess is here."

When Meng Tingyue entered the house, she was not surprised to see Meng Yitong there, but she was surprised to see the Qi family here.

Qi Shenming is the brother of Qi Jiarou, the last person who spent twelve taels of silver to buy a bracelet at Zhenbaotang.

"father."

When Lord Meng saw her coming, the smile on his face faded slightly.

Meng Yitang called out calmly, "Big Sister."

Qi Shenming held up his folding fan and bowed, "Qi Shenming greets the Crown Princess."

Meng Tingyue nodded dignifiedly, then turned her gaze to Lord Meng, "I have something to discuss with Father."

Upon hearing this, Qi Shenming voluntarily withdrew.

The respect on his face disappeared after he turned around and walked out of the house.

Meng Tingyue's gaze fell on Meng Yitong, waiting for him to leave on his own.

Meng Yitang turned around and hugged Lord Meng, "I want to be with Daddy."

Lord Meng probably guessed what Meng Tingyue was going to say, "Tang'er is not an outsider."

Soon he added, "You are here to ask for Xiao's relics, right?"

Meng Tingyue nodded: "Of course."

Seeing her indifferent attitude, Lord Meng coughed lightly, his eyes tinged with a hint of displeasure and kindness, "I am your biological father, and I am on your side. There is no need to be so wary of me."

"Li Yi, bring the box on the third shelf of the bookcase to the Crown Princess."

After receiving the things, Meng Tingyue couldn't wait to open the box, and inside was an old booklet.

Lord Meng said, "These are all your mother's records of your childhood."

Hearing this, Meng Tingyue's eyes trembled slightly, her fingertips shrank, and she carefully turned to the first page.

Although she could no longer remember her mother's handwriting, the first line of words almost made her cry.

She controlled her emotions and quickly closed the book. When she raised her eyes, a faint red had appeared in her eyes.

Lord Meng took the opportunity to play the emotional card, "If I really didn't care about your mother, why would I leave this book? It's because I care too much, that's why I left this book. Your mother was most worried about you when she was alive, so I made all these plans."

Another bunch of words with similar meanings.

Meng Tingyue held the box, lowered her head and listened silently.

Lord Meng was talking so much that his mouth was dry and he was about to pour himself a glass of water. As soon as he turned around, Meng Yitong handed him a glass of water.

"Daddy, drink."

"So good." Lord Meng rubbed his head with satisfaction.

Meng Yitang smiled obediently and weakly, but the smile disappeared once he lowered his head.

"Big sister, you must be obedient. Daddy loves you the most. Big sister, you must be sensible and can't always make Daddy worry."

Lord Meng patted his head gently, feeling very relieved.

Meng Tingyue raised her eyes, and her slightly red eyes met Meng Yiting's eyes that showed no concealment of disgust.

She chuckled, "I've remembered what Daddy said. If there's nothing else, I'll leave first. His Royal Highness the Crown Prince is still waiting outside."

Lord Meng hurriedly said, "Then hurry up and get out. Don't keep the Crown Prince waiting. Remember, the Meng family and you are one. We share prosperity and adversity."

Meng Tingyue turned and left.

Meng Yitang looked at her leaving figure, his eyes rolling around, and raised his head to say to Master Meng, "Dad, I remembered that I left something with Third Brother Qi. I'm going to go get it from Third Brother Qi now."

"Daddy will send someone to get it for you."

"No need, Daddy, just wait for me here. I'll be back soon."

Meng Yitong's figure quickly disappeared from Lord Meng's sight.

Meng Tingyue held the booklet in her arms, somewhat nonchalantly.

Qinglan and Qingdian stayed by her side silently.

"Qingdian, go tell the prince that I'm leaving first."

Qingdian took the order and left.

Qinglan: "Does the Crown Princess want to go back to the mansion directly?"

Meng Tingyue thought for a moment and shook her head, "I'll go to Renxin Hall first."

When she reached the edge of the lotus pond, she deliberately slowed down her pace.

As the footsteps behind them got closer and more urgent, Meng Tingyue pulled Qinglan back a few steps.

"You made mother angry, you are a bad guy."