The Flourishing Era of Female Merchants

It seems that Yu Ling'er does indeed hold some weight in the eyes of the fourth brother.

Bai Yi didn't say anything, but just looked at An Mi, trusting that An Mi would make her own decision.

Anmi endured their gazes, but remained silent. Indeed, the King of Donglin was using her favor to ask for something. If she didn't agree, it would make her seem ungrateful. However, Yu Ling'er had fallen into her hands this time, and she had no intention of letting her off so easily, even if the King of Donglin pleaded for her!

In this capital city, too many people are eyeing her covetously: the Empress, Feng Yu, and the Emperor. If this Yu Ling'er causes any more trouble and exhausts her, it will be a loss for her.

However, faced with the King of Donglin's attitude... An Mi's gaze narrowed, and quickly, when she met the King's eyes, a smile appeared on her lips. She had a plan in mind. "The King of Donglin means for An Mi to plead on behalf of Miss Yu? Given the favors the King of Donglin has shown me in the past, even if An Mi isn't confident that the King of Bohai will listen to her pleas, she will do her utmost to try. However..."

An Mi spoke slowly, and as soon as she mentioned "but," the King of Donglin's eyes narrowed subconsciously. His bad premonition grew stronger; An Mi was not someone to be trifled with.

As expected, An Mi paused for a moment before continuing, "Miss Yu Ling'er's assassination attempt on the Prince is a grave crime. If I were to plead for her, I would be taking a great risk. If others misunderstand and think that the assassination is also related to me, what should I do then?"

King Donglin frowned even more deeply. What exactly was Anmi up to?

Before the King of Donglin could ask, An Mi had already answered his question, "If Miss Yu speaks personally, then for the sake of Miss Yu and the King of Donglin, even at the risk of being misunderstood as an accomplice, I really can't refuse!"

The corner of Donglin King's mouth twitched, and a hint of anger appeared on his face. This An Mi was clearly humiliating him. She was implying that he didn't need her to plead for him because of their relationship. This was undoubtedly a slap in the face to him!

He hadn't expected An Mi to be so disrespectful!

Displeased, King Donglin said nothing. As Anmi had instructed, Yuling'er was to personally plead with Anmi to intercede on her behalf. This matter... King Donglin frowned and glanced at the carriage not far away. Yuling'er in the carriage had obviously heard Anmi's words. From the fear and anger in her eyes, he sensed that the situation was not good. Given Yuling'er's personality, she probably wouldn't lower herself in front of Anmi.

King Donglin was taken aback and was about to speak to remind her, but it was too late. Yu Ling'er glared at An Mi. The distance between King Donglin and An Mi made her hate An Mi even more. There was no way she would accept An Mi's pleas, let alone ask her for help.

Without even thinking, Yu Ling'er loudly refused, "Hmph, this young lady doesn't need your pleading!"

She refused to believe that only Anmi's pleading could get her out of her current predicament. Her brother-in-law was so powerful; he would surely find a way!

As Yu Ling'er finished speaking, she clearly noticed that An Mi's smiling lips curved into a wider arc. Yu Ling'er, filled with anger and resentment, naturally did not know that her reaction was exactly what An Mi wanted, or rather, it was clearly part of An Mi's calculations.

"Ling'er!" King Donglin shouted, but it was already too late. He suddenly realized that An Mi had done it on purpose!

When King Donglin met An Mi's eyes, he saw a fleeting look of triumph in them. He couldn't help but curse inwardly. How could he forget that An Mi was also a cunning and shrewd woman?

Before he could even think of any way to salvage the situation, he heard An Mi sigh softly, "Since Miss Yu has said so, then there is nothing more I can do. I hope that King Donglin will not blame me. As for our friendship, if there is anything in the future, King Donglin, please just ask. As long as it is within my power, I will do my best!"

Anmi's words were impeccable, leaving the King of Donglin unable to find a reason to be angry or make things difficult. She clearly stated that she would do her best to help him if needed in the future, implying that even if he continued to use the word "friendship" to ask for help, she would give the same answer!

"Hehe... Fourth Brother, this matter is not ordinary. Even if An Mi pleads, I may not change my mind. Fourth Brother, you still need to go and mourn Madam Yu, so I won't keep you any longer." Bai Yi chuckled. An Mi's attitude was clear; she wouldn't let Yu Ling'er off so easily. Therefore, what he needed to do was take the blame for Fourth Brother's actions upon himself.

Bai Yi bid farewell to the King of Donglin, helped An Mi mount her horse, and watched as the two carriages gradually disappeared into the distance, leaving the King of Donglin with his hands slightly clenched, his eyes deep and complex...

Yu Ling'er was imprisoned in the Bohai Prince's mansion on charges of assassinating the Prince of Bohai. This news quickly reached the palace. Emperor Mingde frowned slightly upon hearing it, then focused on handling state affairs. Eunuch Qin, who was serving nearby, understood that the Emperor clearly intended to turn a blind eye to the matter, or perhaps even felt a hint of schadenfreude. After all, his earlier intention was for the Yu family to deal with Yu Ling'er voluntarily, but he hadn't expected them to keep Yu Ling'er and replace her with Madam Yu. Ha, so what if Madam Yu is dead?

If Yu Ling'er falls into the hands of the King of Bohai, even if she doesn't die, she'll probably be severely injured. His son has never been one to show mercy.

As for Empress Feng, after learning the news, it was only a short while before someone from the Yu family arrived. The eldest son of the Yu family personally delivered many gifts. Although his words were tactful, Empress Feng understood clearly that the Yu family wanted her to plead for them.

In the past, no matter what mistakes Yu Ling'er made, she would do her best to protect her. Gaining Yu Ling'er meant gaining the support of the Yu family. However, now, she wished Yu Ling'er would die in the Bohai Prince's Mansion.

Firstly, the Yu family and the Bohai Prince's Mansion are bound to become acquainted. Secondly, with Yu Ling'er dead, the Yu family will no longer dare to rashly take sides.

After the man sent by the Yu family asked for help, Empress Feng pretended not to hear him and, under the pretext of being tired and needing to rest, forcibly kicked the eldest son of the Yu family out.

The day after Yu Ling'er was imprisoned in the Bohai Prince's Mansion was the day of Madam Yu's funeral. Master Yu was injured yesterday and was already quite badly hurt. Coupled with his worries, he was still unconscious until Madam Yu's coffin was carried out of the mansion. All the important matters in the mansion were handled by several men of the Yu family.

Compared to other noble families in the capital, this funeral was noticeably more modest. After Madam Yu was buried, Master Yu finally came to his senses. The first thing he did was to inquire about Yu Ling'er's condition. Several of Yu's sons and the Prince of Donglin stood by the bedside, but could only shake their heads in silence.