The cannon fodder heiress trembled with fear after being recognized as a member of her family.

Upon hearing this, Luo Jingqian paused but did not rush to leave. "Tell the messenger eunuch that I will be there shortly."

"Make the Emperor wait?" Qingshan asked, somewhat uncertainly.

"Yes, a quarter of an hour. It's alright with my cousin; the Fourth Prince can just explain the situation first."

Luo Jingqian didn't think anything was wrong.

His identity was naturally different from others.

Princess Jinghe played a significant role in the emperor's ascension to the throne, and their relationship as aunt and niece was no less than that of a mother and son.

It is said that the royal family is ruthless, but this maternal uncle is different from the emperors in history books.

"It's good that you know what's going on. Don't get too involved in the Han family's affairs. After all, you're not related, and meddling too much will only damage Miss Yang's reputation."

Luo Jingqian was taken aback. He had overlooked all of that and was only thinking about repaying the favor he had just received.

After the two finished their conversation, Qingshan went out to deliver the message.

Han Zhen watched his retreating figure, a slight tremor running through her.

"Lord Han, you must be tired from your long journey. Why don't you let Miss Yang rest first, and then she can pay her respects to her elders after she has recovered? What do you think?"

After drinking the mouthwash, Luo Jingqian stopped eating.

He needs to resolve this matter in fifteen minutes.

Since we've decided to stand up for you, we should at least try to make things as perfect as possible.

Miss Yang has many secrets, so it would be better to find a slightly secluded courtyard.

Through the screen, Han Cuiyin, with her exceptional hearing, naturally overheard what was being said on the other side, which lessened her resentment towards Luo Jingqian from her past life.

On the women's side, everyone looked at Han Cuiyin with different expressions, most of them mocking her.

However, with other men present, they didn't act too outrageously.

"Madam, is the courtyard prepared for Cuiyin? Let Cuiyin settle down now and get some rest to recover from her fatigue."

Han Zhen asked loudly from behind the screen.

Princess Mingxia paused slightly before speaking:

"I didn't prepare a separate courtyard for her. I want to settle her in my courtyard first, let her learn the rules for a while, and then when we go out to socialize, we can say that she was raised by me. That way, she can have some advantages when it comes to marriage in the future."

The couple had already agreed on this, and Han Zhen pretended not to know, so Princess Mingxia naturally realized what was going on.

This is to explain to Prince Luo! Our Han family has not mistreated Yan's daughter.

Living in the main courtyard, Han Cuiyin remembered that this scene did not happen in her previous life.

She was immediately thrown into the small, dilapidated courtyard next to Han Yueshi's place, which was cold in winter and hot in summer, and could only get some sun around noon.

Indeed, many changes have occurred in this lifetime.

"Young Master Luo, what do you think? Cuiyin has grown up in the countryside since childhood. If she wants a good future, it would be good for her to follow Madam. We can register her under Madam's name as her legitimate daughter, which will make it easier for her to find a husband," Han Zhen said politely.

"Lord Han, why don't you ask Miss Yang what she thinks?"

Luo Jingqian did not make the decision for her; he only let her choose for herself.

"Registered under Madam's name? Ha~ You abandoned me when you wanted to, and now that I've been raised by the Yan family, you're trying to reap the benefits? I haven't even said I want to be recognized as a member of the family! Once I find my mother, she can decide whether to acknowledge me or not! Right now, I'm just a cousin in this household, I won't take advantage of you. I don't seek to climb the social ladder, and you don't need to teach me manners..."

Han Cuiyin said a lot, expressing her attitude and refusing to acknowledge her ancestors.

Things suddenly became tricky.

If it weren't for Luo Jingqian's presence, Han Zhen would probably have had to resort to family discipline to punish the younger generation for disrespecting their elders.

It's outrageous that this isn't growing up nearby.

Han Zhen's face turned red and then green, both angry and embarrassed. He wished he could throw this charcoal-like thing away and never see him again.

A few months ago, Grand Princess Jinghe announced that she would arrange a marriage for Prince Luo, regardless of whether he was born of the same son or not, as long as he was healthy and of good appearance.

Several princes are also choosing consorts, and young ladies from the capital all have a chance.

If it weren't for these factors, he might not necessarily have taken the child back.

I thought she was a stunning beauty, but it turns out she's a dark-skinned girl. Now I can't even marry into a good family.

We can only hope that Mo Changdao will be lucky enough to take him in.

After Han Cuiyin finished speaking, the women also fell silent.

Those people looked at her more like she was a fool.

Everyone knows that Han Zhen is a favorite of the emperor. Next month, a Grand Secretary will retire and return to his hometown, and Han Zhen will be the one to replace him.

With such a young Grand Secretary in the cabinet, who wouldn't want to curry favor with him and get involved with the Han family?

This daughter of the Yan family had spent too long in the countryside, and her horizons had become narrow. In the name of so-called integrity, she let go of the benefits that were about to be in her grasp.

Princess Mingxia would love for her not to acknowledge her ancestors!

As long as Yan's daughter changes her surname to Han, people will bring up the events of that year whenever they go out together.

What she did back then was indeed dishonorable and petty.

Over the years, she has also reaped the bitter fruits of her own actions.

In the name of magnanimity, she promoted her maid to concubine after only three months of marriage into the Han family.

Only she knows the true feeling.

If she had to choose again, she would still choose Han Zhen, but with a more sophisticated approach.

“Since Miss Yang says so, let’s do it this way! I’ll find someone to take care of the governess, so there’s no need to trouble Madam Han.” To prevent the Han family from placing people around her, Luo Jingqian added, “She has a few servants outside who haven’t entered the manor yet. We’ll bring them in once she’s rested, so she won’t need to take up any more of the Han family’s manpower.”

Han Cuiyin then remembered this and felt a surge of gratitude towards Luo Jingqian.

This person always thought of her best interests; why did she avoid him in her past life?

Princess Mingxia's plans were all thwarted by Luo Jingqian, and no matter how dissatisfied he was, he could only agree with her.

She hadn't expected that before she could even make a move, Prince Luo had already blocked her path.

"I think that courtyard in the southeast corner is quite nice; it's secluded and peaceful, so let Miss Yang stay there!"

"Listening to the Wind Cottage?"

Han Zhen looked at Princess Mingxia and asked, "The courtyard that the young master mentioned should be Tingfeng Xiaozhu. Is anyone living there?"

Princess Mingxia clenched her fists tightly inside her sleeves to suppress her anger and forced a smile:

"That courtyard was just renovated. It was originally intended for... never mind, let's just let Cuiyin live there! I'll think of something else."

“Mother, that won’t do! That’s for my younger brother! He’s such a good student, we can’t let anyone bother him. Miss Yang is a young lady, she can live anywhere! If it really doesn’t work out, I’ll give her my courtyard, and I’ll live with you, Mother, and take good care of you both…”

Han Yueshi was the first to speak.

Princess Mingxia visibly relaxed, forcing a smile. "You silly child, you just blurted it out like that! How can Cuiyin possibly move in now! You—"

"Listening to the Wind Cottage? Sounds good, I'm very happy to say, this is it!"

Han Cuiyin smiled at Princess Mingxia and her daughter, "Back then, when Lord Han was studying, he didn't care about material things. Young Master Han should learn from his father. If you always indulge in pleasure, how can you continue Lord Han's glory and achieve the highest rank in the imperial examination?"

She liked Tingfeng Xiaozhu, this courtyard.

The courtyard of the eldest son of the Han family is fully equipped and very elegant.

It was a good place for her to stay.

However, after she said that, Han Zhen and his wife's expressions changed simultaneously.