The Flourishing Era of Female Merchants

"Can't I even manage this simple affair? It's settled then, Baiyi. Don't worry, the day after tomorrow, I will definitely give you a beautiful new bride. As for the phoenix coronet and wedding gown, just have them sent to me!" The Empress Dowager also stood up, coldly uttering these words without any room for negotiation. Then, she rubbed her forehead, her brows slightly furrowed, and said, "Alright, you may all leave now. I'm tired!"

After saying this, he was helped into the inner hall by palace servants, leaving Emperor Chongming and Bai Yi in the main hall.

At this moment, Bai Yi could no longer hide his anger. Emperor Mingde saw this, but he raised the corners of his lips and said, "I am powerless to help you either!"

At this moment, Emperor Mingde was actually hoping to see a good show!

Bai Yi tried every means to marry An Mi. For An Mi's sake, he made many compromises, even to himself. But now, with the Empress Dowager as an obstacle, things are getting more and more interesting!

Emperor Mingde gave Bai Yi a deep look and strode out of the hall.

Inside the main hall, Bai Yi clenched his fists. As shrewd as he was, how could he not understand that the Empress Dowager had another purpose in keeping An Mi here!

She's determined to stop their marriage; she must have a new plan!

Bai Yi's eyes narrowed; at this moment, he needed to remain calm!

Taking a deep breath, Bai Yi gradually suppressed his anger. At this moment, anger would not do any good. What he needed to do was to find a way to prevent the Empress Dowager's obstruction from succeeding!

"Mi'er, wait for me!" Bai Yi murmured, gazing towards the inner hall. He would definitely give An Mi a grand and unforgettable wedding, just as he had promised.

With a flick of his sleeve, Bai Yi walked resolutely out of the Empress Dowager's palace, but instead of returning to the Bohai Prince's residence, he went to the First Prince's residence.

Inside the First Prince's residence, the servants were all taken aback when they saw the arrival of the Prince of Bohai. Everyone knew that the Prince of Bohai and the First Prince rarely interacted, and it was even more unusual for the Prince of Bohai to personally visit the First Prince's residence.

Today, the King of Bohai entered the residence of the First Prince and, without waiting for the gatekeepers to announce his arrival, directly seized a person and ordered him to be taken to the place where the First Prince was.

The Prince of Bohai exuded a fierce aura that instilled fear in all who beheld him. The servant, daring not to disobey him, could only lead the Prince towards the First Prince's study…

Inside the study, the door was flung open with a bang. The man inside frowned, about to shout angrily, but when he saw the person at the door, a look of shock flashed in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

The two exchanged a glance, and Bai Yi also flung his hand away, pushing aside the servant who was leading the way, and went straight into the house, closing the door behind him.

An eerie atmosphere filled the room. Qinglan glanced at Bai Yi, a slight smile playing on her lips. "Third brother, with your wedding just around the corner, what brings you to my place?"

Thinking of this, Qinglan felt a pang of sadness. Just now, even while reading, he couldn't distract himself from this matter. The image of Anmi kept appearing in his mind, and he kept thinking about the upcoming wedding the day after tomorrow. He couldn't describe the feeling in his heart.

Unexpectedly, Bai Yi actually came!

Unless it's something important, his third brother wouldn't come looking for him, would he?

Something important? Qinglan's eyes narrowed. Could it be...?

"Is something wrong with Mi'er?" Qinglan suddenly stood up, her anxiety impossible to conceal.

Although Bai Yi disliked Qing Lan's reaction, considering his purpose for coming, he didn't pursue the matter further. "Not bad!"

Qinglan frowned, his worry deepening. He had heard about the Empress Dowager's recent unrest, but why did she send Bai Yi to see him personally?

Before Qinglan could ask, Bai Yi spoke up, "Mi'er and I need your help."

Qinglan's eyes narrowed. "Help? I'd be happy to help Mi'er, but you..."

"The Empress Dowager has detained Mi'er in the palace. The day after tomorrow is my wedding with Mi'er. Her intention is to have Mi'er marry out of her palace. This is completely against the rules. If the Empress Dowager is doing something so against the rules, she must have her own ulterior motives." Bai Yi interrupted Qing Lan before she could finish speaking.

At this moment, Qinglan's worries eased somewhat. Her gaze narrowed slightly, and a hint of cunning appeared in her eyes. "What do you want me to help you with?"

"Qinglan, what do you think the Empress Dowager will do if Mi'er and I don't compromise?" Bai Yi met Qinglan's eyes. The two brothers' gazes met. Both were shrewd men, and soon Qinglan realized the seriousness of the matter.

His brow furrowed tightly once more, his expression even more grave than before. "Given the Empress Dowager's temperament, once she's made up her mind to do something, she probably won't give up. Mi'er is in danger!"

"Yes, that's what I'm worried about. I'm afraid that the Empress Dowager will actually hurt Mi'er in the end. At that time..." Bai Yi sighed deeply, and certain images appeared in his mind. A ferocious look appeared on Bai Yi's handsome face.

No! He would never allow her to hurt the people who matter to him again!

His eyes narrowed, and he looked at Qinglan again. Bai Yi's eyes were now clear. "Eldest brother, I know what you want. I promise you, if you need help, I, Bai Yi, will do everything in my power!"

Qinglan was stunned. Although he and Bai Yi had made an agreement before, they both knew that the agreement was not solid. It could be broken with just one word. But this time, Bai Yi was willing to risk everything for Mi'er!

Bai Yi! He also realized one thing clearly: if he couldn't get that position, he would only end up with a miserable death!

Clearly, Bai Yi's offer was extremely tempting to him!

“What my third brother said will naturally not be taken back, but shouldn’t the three places also put my mind at ease?” Qinglan frowned. He told himself that even without Bai Yi’s promise, he would still take action for Mi’er’s safety. As for the conditions, he would accept them without any problem, wouldn’t he?

Bai Yi met his eyes, a smile playing on his lips. He pulled a jade pendant from his waist and placed it on the desk in front of Qing Lan, saying each word clearly, "One day, when this promise is fulfilled, I will personally ask for this jade pendant back!"

Qinglan glanced at the jade pendant, her eyes suddenly narrowing. This jade pendant had been on Bai Yi's person for many years. It was said to be something left behind by his mother. If he was willing to use this as collateral, then he would definitely not go back on his word.

"Alright, as you wish. What do you want me to do?" Qinglan raised her eyes and met Bai Yi's gaze again, her eyes now completely calm.

Bai Yi frowned, a deep look forming in his eyes, and said, word by word, "I'll be in the light, you'll be in the dark, rescue Mi'er!"

Qinglan smiled slightly, saying nothing, but their gazes met and everything was already decided.