The story of a bullied daughter's rise to power

"Honglei, the Situ family is not under the control of your father alone. Therefore, even though your father loves you and wants you to become the legitimate daughter of the Situ family, there is nothing he can do. Moreover, when it comes to marriage, your sister should be the first choice. If your sister had not married the prince, everything would be fine. But once she married the prince, your father would really need to reconsider who to support. This is something your father should not have told you. However, your father believes that you will not tell anyone." General Situ looked at Situ Honglei lovingly.

When Situ Honglei heard this, her heart skipped a beat.

"You and Yaorao are both my daughters. And I feel so sorry for you and your mother. My original intention was to put you first in everything. Even now, your father still thinks the same. So Honglei, you have to live up to your expectations."

"To do your best?" Situ Honglei looked at General Situ in confusion.

"Yes, you are now the future Sixth Prince's concubine. But if one day, you become the Sixth Prince's consort, then no matter whether the Crown Prince marries your sister or not, I will support the Sixth Prince." General Situ said firmly. Situ Honglei was delighted to hear this, but a hint of embarrassment appeared on her face: "Will this cause criticism?"

"Since ancient times, the strong have been respected. My father has made many mistakes over the years, but no one blames him because he commands a large military force. With the Four Kingdoms in turmoil, my position is unshakable. For the next thirty years, barring any unexpected events, there will be no turmoil in our Situ family," General Situ said with absolute certainty. He was particularly confident when he said this.

Although General Situ was constantly facing internal conflicts, he was clear-headed about the affairs of the court.

Situ Honglei also had a new idea in her mind.

Perhaps. She could really follow what Daddy said and slowly become the Sixth Prince's Consort. Perhaps this was an opportunity. If the Sixth Prince wanted the throne, he would need Daddy's help. Who knows, then, because of this, she might become the Sixth Prince's Consort. Thinking of this, Situ Honglei couldn't help but feel happy.

"Okay, go and rest. Don't go against your sister in the future. Just give in to her no matter what she says." General Situ said calmly. Situ Honglei nodded after hearing this. "I usually avoid my sister, fearing that she would be unhappy when she saw me. How dare I go against her?"

"Well, that's good. Okay, go down. I'm a little tired. It's time to take a rest." General Situ waved his hand, signaling Situ Honglei to go down.

At the same time, in Situ Yaorao's room.

Situ Yaorao sat on a chair with two cups of tea on the table. After returning from General Situ, she poured the tea and waited for Madam Situ to come over.

This incident had become such a big deal. Madam Situ had disapproved of her relationship with the Crown Prince from the beginning, so naturally, she wouldn't let her off so easily. Without a good explanation, who knows what kind of trouble would arise. Thinking of this, Situ Yaorao smiled slightly.

As expected, just as Situ Yaorao had expected, the tea was still hot when Madam Situ opened the door.

Seeing Situ Yaorao sitting alone in the room, Madam Situ was also taken aback. She didn't expect her daughter to be waiting for her so quietly.

As soon as Madam Situ came in, Situ Yaorao chuckled. She stood up and said respectfully, "Mother."

"I'm not your mother." Mrs. Situ said coldly.

Situ Yaorao's heart skipped a beat when she heard this, thinking she had been discovered. She was about to explain when she saw Madam Situ's sorrowful face. Then she realized that Madam Situ was angry about the Crown Prince.

After figuring it out, Situ Yaorao knelt down in front of Madam Situ and said, "Mother, I know I was wrong."

"You admit your mistake? What a great way to admit your mistake. If you knew it was a wrong thing, why did you let it happen? I have warned you many times not to get too close to the prince. You...if you are in good health, it's okay to marry the prince. After all, the Situ family and the Gu family are all around you. But don't you know about your body? Once people find out, our entire Situ family will be charged with offending the royal family." Mrs. Situ said with great sorrow.

Upon hearing this, Situ Yaorao's eyes turned red. "I know that my body is not fit for marriage. Nor is it fit for the continuation of offspring."

"You, that's not what Mom meant." Mrs. Situ realized that she had spoken too harshly and said hurriedly.

"Mother, you don't have to comfort me. I know everything. I also followed your instructions and stayed away from the prince. This incident was really an accident. I never dreamed that there would be such a situation between the prince and me. Although I like him, we also agreed that if my poison is not cured, we will not be together. Who knew that this imperial edict would come down suddenly and caught me off guard." Situ Yaorao said aggrievedly.

Upon hearing this, Madam Situ understood. She couldn't help but sigh, "Silly girl, do you know that ever since you became close to the Crown Prince, you've been dragged into the struggle for imperial power? Do you really think this imperial decree was an accident?"

"Could it be?" Situ Yaorao didn't dare to continue. But a thought flashed through her mind. Perhaps this imperial decree was intentional. The Sixth Prince and the Crown Prince were fighting each other. If General Situ sided with the Sixth Prince, it would lead to a complete reversal of the situation between the two sides. In this case, it would be too easy for the throne to be usurped. Therefore, the emperor used her again, making her the Crown Princess. If this happened, the Situ family would not dare to get involved no matter what. Thinking of this, Situ Yaorao felt a chill in her heart.

"Mother told you from the beginning to stay away from the prince. But you just didn't believe it. Now, what can you do?" Mrs. Situ sighed.

"Mom, I will find a way." Situ Yaorao whispered.

Madam Situ looked at Situ Yaorao, feeling somewhat bewildered. She didn't know when her daughter had started to become unlike herself. She had become strong, intelligent, and even knew how to shoulder everything on her own. But because of this, she began to fear. Was she still Yaorao after this?

"Mom, this matter started because of you, and sooner or later it will end because of me. I won't make things difficult for you, nor will I make things difficult for the Situ family. And I won't... harm the Situ family." Situ Yaorao said in a low voice.

"That's not what Mom meant. Since the thing has already happened, we have to face it together. We are a family, how can we quarrel over some trivial matters? Mom believes that your father means the same thing." Mrs. Situ said earnestly.

Situ Yaorao's eyes flickered slightly when she heard this.

"Don't worry. If anything happens, I'll protect you. Even if you're discovered later, I'll take all the blame."

"Mom." Situ Hong's eyes were wet with tears.

"Silly girl, I haven't saved anything in my life. I only have you left. For you, I am willing to do anything. As long as you are happy, that's enough. Okay, you should have a good rest. Don't run around if you have nothing to do. It's not peaceful out there. As the future Crown Princess, who knows how many people want to kill you." Madam Situ chuckled, touched Situ Yaorao's head, then turned and went out.

Situ Yaorao failed to stop Madam Situ, and the wall she had built up in her heart suddenly collapsed. She considered severing ties with the Situ family, and also considered confronting Madam Situ, telling her the truth, and then being free to do as she pleased. But in the end, she had never expected Madam Situ to treat her so well without any regrets.

People are made of flesh and blood. Even if she wasn't a human, she should have been moved by Madam Situ. In the end, Situ Yaorao did nothing. Instead, she remained silent.

Perhaps, she shouldn't have distrusted Mrs. Situ.

Just as she was sighing, she heard a knock on the door.

"Mom?" Situ Yaorao asked doubtfully.

"Hey? It's been so long since we last met. How come you think I'm your mother?" The man's voice outside sounded with a hint of ridicule. Situ Yaorao was furious when she heard it.

When I got up and opened the door, I saw Tan Tai Yun Yi standing at the door.

"Why are you here?"