I started out with seven husbands, and I worked hard to support my family while crying.

Fang Xiaoxiao watched as more and more people participated in the activities at Lingxi Pavilion, and the store was bustling with activity.

Seeing that the situation was getting out of control, she quickly instructed Ouyang Tuoba and the others: "You guys, hurry up and go inside the store to maintain order, and make sure nothing goes wrong."

Ouyang Tuoba and his companions immediately accepted the order and quickly slipped into the crowd to guide customers and maintain the normal operation of the store.

Thanks to everyone's efforts, although Lingxi Pavilion was bustling, everything was proceeding in an orderly manner.

As time quietly passes, today is the eighth day of the eighth lunar month, and there are still seven days until the Mid-Autumn Festival.

As night falls and the lights come on, a warm atmosphere fills Fang Xiaoxiao's courtyard.

A large table stood in the middle of the courtyard, laden with delicious barbecue and fine wine. Fang Xiaoxiao was sitting around it with everyone, enjoying the food and chatting happily.

Just then, Li Renyi suddenly stood up, his face beaming with a happy smile.

He raised his glass, glanced at everyone, and then announced loudly, "Dear friends and family, I have some good news to share with you all today: Wan'er and I will be getting married on the fifteenth of August!"

His voice, filled with joy and pride, echoed in the courtyard.

Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback at first, but then they reacted and applauded to congratulate him. He Jinnian, with a sincere smile on his face, said, "Congratulations! It's a wonderful occasion that Young Master Li and the Princess are getting married."

Ouyang Tuoba chimed in, "Haha, now we can have a wedding feast! Wishing you a long and happy marriage, and may you be forever united!"

Murong Changqing smiled and nodded, offering his blessings: "May the two of you live a harmonious and sweet life from now on."

Zhou Wenjian and Long Jinyan also offered their sincerest blessings, and the courtyard was filled with laughter and joy.

Fang Xiaoxiao stood up excitedly, her eyes sparkling with joy, and said, "This is wonderful! Li Renyi, Wan'er, don't worry, I will personally organize a unique wedding for you two, so that you will have an unforgettable memory!"

Li Renyi and Li Wan'er exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with emotion and happiness. They quickly thanked Fang Xiaoxiao.

Amidst the blessings of the crowd, the atmosphere in the courtyard grew increasingly joyful. Everyone continued to raise their glasses and drink, eagerly anticipating the grand wedding on the fifteenth of August.

In the Crown Prince's residence within the palace, a tranquil atmosphere enveloped the entire mansion.

Pei Yan sat alone in his study, surrounded by bookshelves filled with all kinds of books, yet he could not dispel the loneliness that filled his heart.

He held tightly in his hand the gold hairpin he had carefully chosen for Fang Xiaoxiao. The delicate hairpin shimmered faintly in the dim candlelight, just like his unwavering commitment to their past friendship.

Three months have passed since his hasty farewell to Fang Xiaoxiao. The passage of time has not diminished his longing for her; on the contrary, it has made his feelings for her even stronger.

Pei Yan's thoughts involuntarily drifted back to the scene before he parted ways with Fang Xiaoxiao.

At that time, her eyes were full of determination and indifference, and every word she spoke was like a sharp blade, piercing his heart.

However, Pei Yan never gave up. He knew he had to do everything in his power to win back Fang Xiaoxiao's heart.

He slowly got up and dragged his slightly heavy steps to the window.

Outside the window, a bright, full moon hung high in the sky, casting its silvery light and illuminating the entire courtyard. Pei Yan gazed at the full moon, silently thinking, "My wife, just one more step and I will be able to reunite with you."

During this time, he was like a tireless hunter, searching for clues everywhere, and with his unwavering perseverance, he uncovered many astonishing secrets.

He not only uncovered the truth about how he was falsely accused of treason and rebellion, but also identified the mastermind behind the Five Stone Powder. All of this was inextricably linked to his second brother, Pei Changqing.

Pei Yan pulled his wandering thoughts back and turned his gaze to the subordinate who had just appeared beside him.

In an instant, his face turned cold and terrifying, like frost in the dead of winter, sending chills down one's spine. He coldly uttered "Make your move" to the other party, his voice low and hoarse, as if it came from the depths of hell.

Having said that, he strode to the wall, reached out and took down the sharp sword. The blade was drawn, its cold light flashing, reflecting his firm and resolute gaze.

However, just as he stepped out of the room, he saw Pei Changqing leading a group of people towards him.

Pei Yan was slightly taken aback, but then, without changing his expression, he calmly asked, "Second Brother, what brings you here so late at night?"

Pei Changqing had a worried and nervous expression on his face. He quickly stepped forward and said, "Brother, I have learned today that I am deeply troubled by the truth behind the framing of you, my good brother. I have come to tell you this."

Upon hearing this, Pei Yan sneered inwardly, his mind racing as he considered Pei Changqing's purpose in coming. However, he remained outwardly calm and instead said with interest, "Oh? Second Brother has made such a discovery. Why don't you tell me about it?"

Pei Changqing, as always, put on a good-natured act. He frowned slightly and said with righteous indignation, "Brother, all of this was orchestrated by our good elder brother Pei Zuo behind the scenes. Think about it, the events of that year were so suspicious; he must have been the one who secretly planned it. Moreover, the Five-Stone Powder that caused chaos in the capital was also his doing. He is utterly wicked!"

Pei Yan listened quietly to Pei Changqing's words, but in his heart he was thinking: "Pei Changqing, do you think I will be fooled by you? Your methods of turning black into white are too clumsy."

However, he did not expose Pei Changqing on the spot. Instead, he nodded slightly and said, "I see. Second brother, you have worked hard. If what you say is true, Pei Zuo is truly unforgivable."

His gaze swept over the group of people behind Pei Changqing, and he had already made up his mind. A thrilling contest seemed to be about to begin.

With a seemingly honest smile on his face, Pei Yan said to Pei Changqing, "Second Brother, this matter is too shocking, and I really can't calm down. I want to have a drink to calm myself down. Second Brother, you've been traveling and working hard, so you should go back and rest early. We can talk in detail another day." After saying that, he made a move to see Pei Changqing out.

Pei Changqing was a meticulous person, and when he noticed that Pei Yan's behavior was a bit strange, he immediately became suspicious.

He immediately turned around, staring intently at Pei Yan, and asked with a hint of inquiry in his tone, "Haven't you finished the drinks I brought earlier?"

In his view, Pei Yan was already addicted to the wine laced with Five-Stone Powder and would not let it go so easily.

Pei Yan had anticipated this. He shook his head slightly, a helpless look on his face, and said, "I finished drinking it a long time ago, Second Brother."