Liang Qiuli had long guessed that Xu Yuerao wouldn't let her off easily, after all, she hadn't let any member of the Liang family go in her previous life.

So she had planned this all in advance.

It was she who guided Fei Wuxuan to suggest that her elder brother take her place in the carriage to the frigid land. With the help of the system, she was also fully aware of the movements of the assassins sent by Xu Yuerao.

The eldest brother took this opportunity to fake his death, completely escaping his fate of being Fei Wuxuan's substitute, and began his journey in the imperial examinations under a different identity.

It can also eliminate Xu Yuerao's attention to her, so that she can better carry out her plans and take care of her pregnancy.

"This servant does not blame the Marquis."

Fei Wuxuan felt that Liang Qiuli's sobs in his arms seemed to be getting quieter and quieter, and his tense nerves relaxed a little. But after hearing this sentence, his guilt towards Liang Qiuli reached its peak.

He gently stroked Liang Qiuli's long hair, pulled her closer, and whispered.

"Qiu Li, I'm sorry. When I return to the Marquis's mansion, I'll have my mother return your parents' indenture to them, and then arrange for them to retire in a nearby villa. That way, it will be easier for you to see them."

Liang Qiuli pondered whether Fei Wuxuan's words were true. If she could take this opportunity to get her parents to leave the Marquis's mansion, it would relieve her and her two brothers of their worries.

She excitedly raised her head, her eyes, brimming with tears, staring intently at Fei Wuxuan, her voice slightly hoarse.

"This way, it won't put the Marquis in too much of a difficult position. Otherwise, perhaps..."

Fei Wuxuan's heart was pierced again. Even in this situation, Liang Qiuli was still considering his feelings. Just how much did she love him?

He grasped Liang Qiuli's shoulders, looked into her eyes, and spoke in a deep, firm voice.

"Don't worry, leave everything to me."

That night, the two did nothing but quietly hold each other.

Fei Wuxuan, however, felt an unprecedented calm.

……

"What? Wu Xuan didn't return home last night?"

When Liu got up early in the morning, she heard Qi Mama's panicked report and almost collapsed. She quickly grabbed the corner of the table to steady herself.

“Wu Xuan has never had the habit of staying out all night. Could something have happened?”

The more Liu thought about it, the more worried she became.

"Madam, please don't worry, I've already sent people out to look for them."

Granny Qi quickly comforted her.

"Who was sent? How many people were sent? How long will it take to get news?"

Liu wished she could go find him herself, because Fei Wuxuan was her only son, and she didn't know how she would live if something happened to him.

"I sent the steward with a few servants out to search. I expect we'll have news soon. Don't worry, Lord Marquis is a lucky man and will be alright."

Granny Qi naturally knew where Fei Wuxuan had gone, but she couldn't say it outright, after all...

"Madam, there's news."

A servant came running in, panting, his face full of anxiety.

"Tell me quickly, have you found Wu Xuan?"

Liu immediately asked nervously.

"Madam, the Marquis... the Marquis stayed at a villa outside the city last night, and that Miss Qiuli was also there."

The servant's voice trailed off, clearly realizing he knew he knew a bit too much.

"As long as it's okay, it'll be okay."

Liu breathed a sigh of relief, and her complexion improved slightly.

"No, I mean Liang Qiuli. She was left behind at the estate outside the city?"

Liu frowned slightly, not expecting that Wu Xuan had kept such a big thing from her.

"Yes, madam, I saw it with my own eyes."

The servant nodded hurriedly, not daring to conceal anything.

"Alright, I understand. You can go now. By the way, don't mention this to anyone outside, especially not to the Wutong Courtyard. If I find out, you'll be in big trouble."

Liu said coldly, her voice carrying an undeniable authority.

Fei Wuxuan did the work, but the cleanup still needed to be done by her, his mother.

"Yes, little one understands."

The servant respectfully responded, understanding the old lady's meaning, and quickly withdrew.

Liu took a deep breath; the fact that Liang Qiuli was left on the estate put her in a dilemma.

"Madam, this is a good thing. It's impossible for the Marquis to only have his wife by his side. With Liang Qiuli, there will naturally be many more people to follow."

Seeing Liu's changing expression, and her seemingly wholehearted concern for the old lady, Granny Qi quickly stepped forward to offer some words of comfort.

Liu's expression softened somewhat, and she nodded.

“You’re right, I misunderstood before. But you must give the order that this matter must not be known to the Wutong Courtyard.”

Liu's voice carried a hint of sternness. If Xu Yuerao found out, who knew what trouble she might cause? It wouldn't be good if she refused to continue helping Wu Xuan.

Granny Qi nodded.

"Don't worry, Madam, I will handle this matter perfectly."

"Okay, when Wu Xuan comes back, tell him to remember to come here."

Madam Liu nodded slightly, still trusting Granny Qi.

Having received the order, Granny Qi dared not delay and immediately went to prepare.

……

"Mother, you were looking for me?"

When Fei Wuxuan returned, he ran into Granny Qi and learned that his mother was looking for him. He felt that the two were truly mother and son, and that they were really in sync. He really wanted to go to Rongning Hall.

"Hmm, come here, Mother has something to ask you."

When Liu saw Fei Wuxuan coming over, she waved to him, gesturing for him to sit down next to her.

Fei Wuxuan walked over and sat down next to Liu Shi, looking at her with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

Where were you last night?

Liu stared straight at Fei Wuxuan, her tone unusually serious.

Fei Wuxuan felt a little uneasy under Liu's gaze. What was wrong with his mother?

"Mother, you know everything. Your son was wrong."

Fei Wuxuan hadn't intended to hide it anyway. Since his mother had asked, she must have known something, so he readily admitted his mistake.

"I know everything. I didn't expect you to be so devoted to that girl Qiuli, even keeping it from your mother."

Liu's tone was somewhat reproachful, but since Wu Xuan had apologized, she wasn't angry anymore.

"mother……"

"Alright, I won't interfere with these matters, but you must keep this a secret from Xu Yuerao, otherwise it will affect your future, not just Liang Qiuli, but the entire Liang family..."

Before Liu could finish speaking, Wu Xuan interrupted her, looking at her seriously and speaking solemnly.

"Mother, don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

Although Fei Wuxuan felt a slight affection and guilt towards Liang Qiuli, it was nothing compared to his emphasis on power and status.

Mrs. Liu nodded in satisfaction. She knew her son well and knew he wouldn't jeopardize his future for a woman.

"That's good, Mother believes in you."

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