The story of a bullied daughter's rise to power

Having made up his mind, Liu Chen's steps became much lighter.

The Crown Prince had no intention of returning to Xunyang City. This incident had caused unrest not only in Xunyang City but also in the capital. Those with real power in the capital knew that Xunyang City was extraordinary. The Lord of Xunyang City had saved the Emperor's life, and the Emperor had practically given him the title of Crown Prince.

Even when he did things in Xunyang City, the emperor turned a blind eye and even seemed to protect him. For the past three years, no matter which prince went on an inspection tour, the emperor always turned a blind eye to it, keeping the emperor happy. But who would have thought that once the prince left, he would not return. He even reported that he felt something was wrong and planned to continue investigating. Isn't this a slap in the emperor's face?

"Prince... is he crazy?" At the Sixth Prince's residence, the Ninth Prince held a fruit plate and ate an apple, then said half-jokingly. Obviously, this matter was really surprising.

Upon hearing this, the Third Prince, Tan Tai Wu Shang, raised his eyebrows. "Few people can understand the Crown Prince's thoughts. I think he might have some plans. Perhaps we should send someone over to take a look."

"Yes, Sixth Brother, Third Brother is right, we should go and take a look. The Crown Prince has always been cunning, and he might have some special thoughts. Moreover, that guy Tan Tai Yun Yi will go with him." The Ninth Prince has always been wary of Tan Tai Yun Yi.

The Sixth Prince remained calm: "No need."

"Why? Sixth brother, aren't you afraid..."

"The Lord of Xunyang City holds an extraordinary status. My father also attaches great importance to him. No matter what the prince plans to do this time, as long as he takes action against the Lord of Xunyang City, there will inevitably be a rift between him and my father. He made a wrong move. There is no need for us to watch." said the Sixth Prince.

His attitude was firm.

The Sixth Prince was always overbearing and dictatorial. Once he made a decision, naturally no one dared to say anything.

The Ninth Prince was filled with dissatisfaction: "Sixth Brother, you are just too confident."

"Xiaojiu, what I said is a fact. Do you know how much the emperor values ​​that man? No one can explain what happened back then. But the fact that the emperor gave him a city says it all. In my opinion, perhaps... the owner of Xunyang City is really our brother."

"Impossible?" The Ninth Prince was a little unconvinced.

"Why not? Although not many people knew about what the Queen and the others did, there were still some who knew about it. Wasn't Wuyan trapped because of that incident? In short, you are not allowed to go. Just watch the Crown Prince and the others take the wrong path." After the Sixth Prince finished speaking, he turned away.

"Sixth brother doesn't seem very happy." The Ninth Prince murmured as he watched the Sixth Prince leave.

The Third Prince smiled, a hint of amusement in his enchanting eyes: "That woman has been clinging to him quite a lot lately. Naturally, he can't be happy."

"Hey! Sixth Brother is a good man, why does he want to marry the second daughter of the Situ family? That woman, the more I look at her, the more scared I feel."

"Fear?"

"Yes! It's too fake! If this goes on, who knows what will happen in Sixth Brother's house in the future. If Sixth Brother can succeed in the future, this woman will soar to the sky. That would be the real tragedy." The Ninth Prince shook his head.

"But this woman's identity is something that makes one unable to resist liking her. General Situ loves this daughter the most. Keeping her in the Sixth Prince's Palace will only bring benefits and no harm.

The Sixth Prince's words forced the man to admit it. This was a fact!

Time passed quickly, and Xunyang City was in turmoil, as if something could happen at any moment. Yet, even at this moment, the City Lord's birthday banquet was still held as scheduled.

Early that morning, dark clouds covered the entire Xunyang City, like a punishment from heaven.

The people of Xunyang City rarely dared to go out. Even banquets at the City Lord's Mansion were a last resort. Although they were relatively inexperienced, ever since the City Lord acquired these peonies, their health had deteriorated. They couldn't even do heavy work. The number of outsiders in the city was also decreasing. Some had even secretly fled.

Moreover, some people disappeared for no apparent reason, which made them very wary of the city lord and very dissatisfied.

Naturally, not everyone was aware of this. Many of the city's citizens were completely unaware. Some who did know would attend the city lord's birthday party. After all, the consequences of opposing the city lord were dire.

Therefore, although some people are unwilling to come, there are also many people who are willing to come.

The City Lord's Mansion was located in the heart of Xunyang City. On this particular day, the City Lord had requisitioned several of the surrounding houses, making it impossible for ordinary citizens to approach the Mansion. They had to eat in other houses. Only a select few who were trusted by the City Lord had the opportunity to enter the Mansion.

One had to admit that he was truly cautious to the core. Situ Yaorao and Yu Sheng went to the restaurant across from the City Lord's Mansion. Huangyue Tower was also under the City Lord's command today.

This location was quite good for ordinary people. After all, it was the closest place to the City Lord. The City Lord's Mansion was not accessible to those who had never seen the City Lord.

Sitting on the second floor, Situ Yaorao looked out the window towards the City Lord's Mansion. Today, the City Lord's Mansion was packed with guests. Most of the wealthy families in the city had already arrived.

She also saw Liu Chen entering the City Lord's Mansion with the head of the Liu family.

"Do you really trust that Liu Chen?" Yu Sheng was still a little worried. After all, the medicine was precious. If she gave it to Liu Chen like that, and if Liu Chen kept it instead of helping Situ Yaorao, then Situ Yaorao would be at a real loss.

"I believe in his feelings for the Liu family."

"Oh?"

"I don't think that the Liu family took over those shops in order to burn them. They probably thought that the city lord might fall. So they left a way out for themselves. The person who made them think so was probably Tan Tai Wu Yue. It was precisely because of this that when Liu Chen came to me, it showed that he really wanted to leave a glimmer of hope for the Liu family. If that was the case, how could he betray me? I'm afraid that the head of the Liu family doesn't even know who I am now, which also means that Liu Chen hasn't revealed my identity to anyone." Situ Yaorao said and took a sip of tea.

She really didn't seem to be in a hurry at all. Seeing Situ Yaorao's confidence, Yu Sheng didn't say much. After all, even if he said it, she wouldn't do it according to his words.

Situ Yaorao seems easy to talk to, but once she makes up her mind about something, there is no possibility of changing it.

"Excuse me, girl, can I sit next to you?" The man's voice was cold, but mixed with a rare hint of tenderness.

"Of course..." Situ Yaorao was about to answer when she was startled by the man in front of her. "Why are you here?" The man was dressed in white with golden embroidery on the collar. He had a delicate face, and his phoenix eyes held an endless tenderness. He looked at Situ Yaorao with a half-smile on his face, which moved her heart.

"Your Highness." Yu Sheng called out respectfully in a low voice, then clasped her fists together as a gesture of greeting.

"No need to be so polite. I should thank you for taking care of her for me during this period of time." Tantai Wuyue glanced at Yu Sheng with a friendly attitude. This surprised Yu Sheng.

Who is Tan Tai Wu Yue?

He had seen him once before, a few years ago. It was a women's exam, presided over by Tan Tai Wu Yue. A woman had boldly expressed her feelings, but Tan Tai Wu Yue had thrown her things away, only to call them dirty.

This man had never been kind to anyone. He was so aloof, making people afraid to approach him. But today? He was so gentle? It was unbelievable. If it weren't for the fact that no one dared to impersonate him, he would have doubted that this wasn't Tan Tai Wu Yue.

"Why are you here? Shouldn't you be at the City Lord's Mansion?" Situ Yaorao looked at Tan Tai Wu Yue who was sitting opposite her in confusion.

Upon hearing this, Tantai Wuyue said, "Yun Yi is at the City Lord's Mansion, so there's no need for me to worry. I'm more worried about you than the City Lord's Mansion."

"Why are you worried about me?"

"Leave the city lord's affairs to me. Don't get involved anymore." Tan Tai Wu Yue sighed lightly.