Cold-faced Empress

When they came seeking refuge, their sorrowful expression was utterly genuine. And they continued to act just as convincingly afterward!

Knowing the truth about Wei Lanling and Xiao Lishi's identities, the only thing that could make Fu Siying happy was that she would no longer be afraid of forcing the mother and daughter to run back to Yecheng because they could not bear the pain.

Let them live a life worse than death in the capital.

……

Although the weather was still very hot, the trees in the yard had already begun to shed their lush green leaves. Yunzhi stood on a chair, trying to find if there were any mulberries still clinging to life on the mulberry tree.

While playing with the jade nine-linked rings, Fu Siying would occasionally sip a sip of nourishing tonic.

With a soft "clink," the nine-linked rings in his hand were completely untied. He let out a smug chuckle, then deftly strung the rings back together. It was truly a perfect rendition.

He drank the medicine in one gulp, then looked up at Yunzhi, who had been searching for a long time without success: "Don't bother looking anymore, it's long gone."

Yunzhi was about to jump off the chair in a huff when suddenly, a loud firecracker went off in the air! Startled, Yunzhi almost fell, but luckily, her maid caught her in time.

The two sisters looked at each other.

Where did the firecrackers come from?

Just then, Granny He rushed over in a panic, shouting before she even got close, "Eldest Miss, Second Miss, hurry! Get ready, the plaque bestowed by the Emperor has arrived!"

As they approached, seeing the two sisters dressed in such a casual and revealing manner, the man became even more anxious, sweating profusely. He urged them repeatedly, "Quick, quick! Master came from the palace with the plaque, and Prince Mu is here too! Madam has already gone to greet them. Master sent someone to the academy to call the young master back to the mansion, and the young master has arrived as well!"

Upon hearing this, Fu Siying immediately took Yunzhi to quickly get ready. However, she was still puzzled; was it really necessary to make such a big fuss over receiving a plaque?

Soon after, the sound of firecrackers outside became even louder, comparable to the joyous celebration of a wedding.

Once they made sure their attire was appropriate, Fu Siying and Yunzhi hurriedly ran towards the mansion gate. As soon as they reached the front courtyard, they stared in astonishment at the sight of a whole courtyard full of eunuchs and palace maids.

Dozens of eunuchs and palace maids carried boxes and trays, or baskets and trunks, displaying the finest items bestowed by the Empress Dowager and the Emperor under the clear sky, attracting envious glances from the officials who had followed.

Indeed, many officials who were on good terms with Prime Minister Fu came to show their support after receiving the Emperor's permission.

Mo Canglan stood at the head of the group, still looking like a big bear, holding a small hand warmer.

Upon seeing this, Fu Siying's brow twitched, and she inexplicably felt that this scene was like him coming to marry her.

Ugh, pshaw, she'd never marry a guy who'd die young!

Noticing Fu Siying's arrival, Mo Canglan cast a meaningful glance at her.

Amidst the congratulations and praises of the crowd, the imperial plaque inscribed with "Pure and Elegant" was officially hung in the main hall of the Fu family. Prime Minister Fu, beaming with joy, thanked his colleagues who had come to offer their support and invited them to a banquet at Jinxianglou Restaurant.

Mo Canglan lagged a few steps behind and walked alongside Fu Siying.

Fu Siying found his behavior strange and glanced at him suspiciously.

Suddenly, he said, "There's something I need to tell you first. Think about it carefully, and then consider how to comfort the Prime Minister and his wife."

"what's up?"

Mo Canglan hooked the long rope around his collar and pulled it tight: "The Emperor intends to summon your sister to the palace."