Leaving Lesheng Academy, Chi Guiwan felt as if she had been reborn.

If she kept some things in her heart, she would be troubled by them for the rest of her life. She didn't want that, so she made this decision. She was just thinking about how to tell He Lingyi, who was in the same courtyard, when she saw her coming towards her.

She walked over with a slightly embarrassed smile, about to say a few words, when she saw him look her up and down with concern, and then say something reproachfully.

"Sister Chi was coming without saying a word, making it hard for the maids in the courtyard to find her. How are you? Are you alright?"

"It's nothing, I just... just came to see her. Although she wasn't sincere with me, I've called her 'Mother' for many years. I can't just harden my heart and ignore her, but this is the only time. My second cousin will come to pick us up tomorrow. There won't be many opportunities to come back in the future, so this is a way to put an end to it."

He Lingyi listened to her mother's words and then looked at her seriously.

Seeing that her brows were relaxed, as if she had let go of a knot in her heart, I was completely relieved.

"Sister Chi is kind-hearted, so it's not surprising that she did such a thing. However, the Vice Minister's residence is quite chaotic these days, so it's best to take more people with you when you go out."

The reason it's described as chaotic is because Chi Yunjing used the excuse of preparing a wedding for Chi Guiying to replace everyone in the household, resulting in a large group of unfamiliar servants arriving. Since the situation is unclear, it's best to minimize contact with them.

"Okay, I'll do it again next time. By the way, the storeroom hasn't been packed up yet. Let's go back and sort things out so we can leave tomorrow!"

"it is good."

Chi Guiwan reached out and took He Lingyi's arm, smiling innocently and adorably.

He Lingyi had longed for the scene of being with her mother for a long time, so she said no more. No matter how many treacherous tricks she might have up her sleeve, as long as her mother was happy at this moment, that was enough.

The two returned to their former loving relationship.

Looking back, the Lesheng Courtyard under the setting sun has long lost its former liveliness and prestige. In its place, the Linglong Courtyard on the west side has become the most sought-after place in the Vice Minister's residence.

As the saying goes, "Flowers don't bloom for a hundred days, and people have a thousand sorrows."

For example, at this moment, the entire Biyun Courtyard is shrouded in gloom and despair.

Chi Guiying, who was already seriously ill, fainted upon hearing that her mother had accidentally bumped into the rockery and was now in critical condition. When she woke up, she cried out that she wanted to see Madam Guo.

The maids and servants in the courtyard saw the changes in the household even before she did, so they didn't know how to offer any advice.

"Second Miss, please stop making a fuss. Since Master has made up his mind, no one can change it. You should pack your things and prepare to get married. If you keep causing trouble, I'm afraid... none of us in this courtyard will survive."

They knew perfectly well how Lesheng Academy had been cleaned up.

She was terrified that the next knife would fall on her head, so even if it meant being humiliated and married into the Lü family, it was better than being sold to an unknown place and living a miserable life worse than others!

Chi Guiying was in a fit of anger and wouldn't listen to any advice.

So he slapped the old woman who came to persuade him across the face and cursed her viciously.

"Fine, you shameless slut, go ahead and marry him if you want! You shameless, disrespectful old man, you're probably thinking about leaving your husband's family to find that scoundrel Lu to be your lover, aren't you! Shameless!"

His words were incredibly hurtful, and the old woman was also an innocent victim.

Being so openly insulted was incredibly embarrassing, and tears welled up in her eyes as she spoke.

"Second Miss, you are so cruel! If I hadn't gone to Hanxue Pavilion with you, how could I have suffered such a disaster? Now, my husband's family all despise me and I'm no longer human, so why do you have to tear me apart like this? I may be shameless, since I only have this worthless life anyway, but what about you, Second Miss? Do you think you can have a good ending? You lost your virginity before marriage, and the only person who could stand up for you is about to be gone. Think about it yourself, if you don't marry into the Lü family, what way do you have to live?"

The old woman was also determined, so she naturally didn't hold back when she spoke.

Chi Guiying stammered "you you you" for a long time, but before she could deal with the old woman, a voice came from outside.

"Aunt Zhao has arrived, and the steward has arrived."

Aunt Zhao!

She actually dared to come?!

If it weren't for her, my mother wouldn't have made it this far!

Her mother's fate was still unknown, yet she was already flaunting herself as if she were the mistress of the house, looking smug. Chi Guiying hated her to the core, but she was powerless to do anything about it.

Aunt Zhao clearly no longer took the second daughter, who had been "abandoned" by the Chi family, seriously. As if afraid that Chi Guiying wouldn't know, she even showed her the Bodhi bracelet on her wrist.

Upon seeing that, Chi Guiying was clearly stunned.

That was her father's most prized possession, something her mother had begged for countless times without success, yet it was so easily placed on her wrist. One can imagine how much she now dotes on it!

Seeing the apprehension in Chi Guiying's eyes, Aunt Zhao slowly sat down and revealed her purpose for the day.

"Second Miss, if you ask me, you've had a hard life. It's truly unfair that you've been married into the Lü family. But there are some things you might not know while you're still in your maiden quarters. Master has already found out that after the Mid-Autumn Festival, Consort Lü will be promoted, which is an immense honor. If she gives birth to a son in another six months, he will be a legitimate prince. You may seem to be suffering a bit now, but your future is bright. You can't find many princes' aunts in the entire city of Bianzhou!"

As she spoke, she pointed to the wedding dress on the table and then said with a smile.

"Therefore, Master reluctantly agreed to the Lu family's request for your own good. All the betrothal gifts they sent will be taken with you. All the promises Master made to you before will also be kept. In addition, we will add another five thousand taels as a token of the Vice Minister's family's affection for you. Second Miss, this dowry is quite substantial. You can rest assured and wait for your marriage."

Hearing these words, Chi Guiying held back her tears.

That lecherous man who bullied her actually wants her to marry him! That vicious old woman will be her mother-in-law in the future!

Is there no law left in this world?

Chi Guiying was so angry that her hands trembled, but she couldn't do anything out of line. She could only grit her teeth and say.

What if I refuse?

“Alas, Madam Guo’s medicine has been supplied all along. You know how precious it is. It’s all because of the second young lady’s marriage that we’re so worried. But if you don’t marry, then the master can’t force you. It just means he won’t have the mind to care about the affairs of the inner quarters anymore. At that time, Madam Guo’s medicine… may not be able to continue.”

"You're threatening me with my mother's life? Aunt Zhao, she's the real wife of the Vice Minister! She's my father's bedmate!"

Chi Guiying cursed in frustration.

“I didn’t say she wasn’t. I know that. I, as a concubine, can’t make decisions for the Vice Minister’s household. So I also hope that Madam can rest well, right?”

Aunt Zhao is good at feigning innocence, a tactic that Chi Guiying has used many times in the past.

Now that the tables have turned, she realizes how disgusting this face is, and she is filled with regret!

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