Regent, please maintain your aloof image.

After half a month of wandering, Su Qianrou finally set foot on the land of Yangzhou again. At this moment, she, Chunzhu, and Yingyue were walking on the street.

Chunzhu said excitedly, "I didn't expect to be back so soon. It's still as lively as ever, it doesn't feel like anything has changed."

Looking at the still bustling streets, Su Qianrou felt as if she had returned to two years ago, and couldn't help but sigh, "Yes, nothing has changed."

"Madam, look, it's Qin You Dong Tang."

“I remember this is your favorite food. Go and buy some. It’s fine to buy more. Juxia and Qiulan haven’t had it in a long time, and Yingyue probably hasn’t had it either. It’s a good opportunity for her to try it.”

"it is good".

Before long, Chunzhu returned with a bag of crispy candy, overjoyed.

"Let's go".

The three of them continued walking forward.

Chunzhu asked, "Madam, where shall we go next?"

"Go to the orphanage and find Granny Chen first."

The three then went to the orphanage.

Yingyue went up and knocked on the door.

"coming".

Soon, the door was opened, and the person who came in was none other than Granny Chen. "What can I do for you, young lady?"

Yingyue did not answer, but turned to the side, revealing Su Qianrou behind her.

"Granny".

Granny Chen froze, somewhat incredulous, "Miss."

"Granny, how have you been?"

Granny Chen walked excitedly to her and said, "Miss, you're back."

"Ok".

Granny Chen was both crying and laughing, extremely excited. "Miss, please come in quickly."

Then, a group of people went inside.

Granny Chen brewed tea and brought out food, including the pastries she had prepared for the children.

"Granny, that's enough, there's too much, I can't finish it all."

"I didn't know you were coming back today, so I didn't prepare your favorite chestnut cake. Please make do with this for now, and I'll make it for you tomorrow."

"Alright, Granny, stop fussing and sit down."

"This is against the rules."

"There are no outsiders here, so it's fine."

"Miss Xie," said Granny Chen, sitting down beside her.

"How is your health, Granny?"

"This old servant is doing well, but I heard that Miss has divorced," said Granny Chen, her expression showing concern.

Su Qianrou responded softly, "Mm."

“Miss is a very good person. It is the Regent’s loss that he does not know how to cherish her. Miss, you don’t need to be sad.” Then he asked, “Miss, did you come to Yangzhou to relax? How long will you stay here?”

"I came here specifically to see Granny on the third day."

"Looking for the old servant," Granny Chen said, somewhat surprised.

"I promised the nanny that if I have children in the future, I will definitely ask the nanny to take care of them."

"What you mean, Miss, is that you are pregnant."

Su Qianrou nodded.

"The child belongs to the regent."

"Ok".

"If that's the case, why do you still want a divorce?"

"I only discovered it after the divorce."

Granny Chen was at a loss for words.

"Would you be willing to leave Yangzhou with me, Granny?"

Granny Chen stood up and said, "This old servant is willing."

"Then go back and tell your family, and pack your bags. We'll leave together in three days."

"it is good".

Then, the three of them went to Ju Huan Xi.

Chunzhu called out, "Waiter, I'd like a private room."

"Alright, Miss, please come upstairs."

Su Qianrou went upstairs as if she knew the way well.

In the private room, the waiter asked, "What would you like to eat, Miss?"

"Call your Manager Xu here."

"Miss knows our manager."

"It's more than just knowing each other; my wife and your Manager Xu are very close."

Seeing that Su Qianrou was exquisitely dressed and dressed in gorgeous clothes, the waiter knew that she must be of high status, so he said, "Please wait a moment, madam, I will go and call the manager right away."

A moment later, Xu Qilian pushed open the door and came in. When she saw Su Qianrou there, she froze on the spot, unable to believe it.

Su Qianrou looked at her with a smile and teased, "What, you don't recognize me after two years?"

Xu Qilian quickly walked over and said excitedly, "Master, when did you... when did you come back? Why didn't you tell us in advance so we could pick you up?"

"It's not like I don't know the way, I don't need you to pick me up."

"I'll go tell Qianqian and the others right away. They'll be so happy to know you're back."

Su Qianrou did not stop them, because besides picking up Granny Chen, she had another reason for coming to Yangzhou: to see how everyone was doing and whether they were really doing well as they had said in their letters.

Gu Mansion

Xu Linlin is playing with her one-month-old son.

A maidservant came in and said, "Madam, Princess Ping Le has come to visit."

Xu Linlin didn't react for a moment and asked in confusion, "When did Yangzhou get a princess?"

Her personal maid reminded her, "Madam, you've forgotten, Miss Su is Princess Ping Le."

"Qian Rou," Xu Linlin thought, though she felt it was unlikely to be her, she still ran out immediately.

Su Qianrou happened to walk into the courtyard.

As soon as Xu Linlin came out, she saw her and ran over to hug her without saying a word.

Su Qianrou smiled slightly.

Then, Xu Linlin let go of her, saying, "You didn't tell me you were coming back beforehand, so I didn't prepare anything."

"I was just thinking of giving you a surprise."

Xu Linlin looked at her with heartache, realizing something.

"What's with that look? Are you unhappy to see me?"

Xu Linlin held her hand and comforted her, "You still have me."

"You already know."

"Now the news has spread throughout Yangzhou, how could I not know? I originally wanted to go to the capital to find you, but the child is too young and I can't leave. You won't blame me, will you?"

"What are you talking about? How could I blame you? It's just a divorce, it's not a big deal. I didn't take it to heart at all."

"That's right. He's blind to have such a precious gem like you. He'll regret it."

Su Qianrou chuckled.

Just then, the sound of a child crying came from inside the house.

"Come on, let me introduce you to my son," he said, pulling Su Qianrou into the house.

Soon, three days passed, and Su Qianrou set off again for her next destination.

At that moment, she was saying goodbye to Xu Linlin at the dock.

Xu Linlin held her hand reluctantly, "Do you really have to leave? We finally got to see each other again, and you've only been here for two days before you have to leave again."

"Didn't I already tell you? I'll write to you once I'm settled. Don't be sad."

"Once you leave, who knows when we'll meet again?"

"It's okay, we'll meet again."

Xu Linlin knew she would have to leave, but she just couldn't bear to.

Su Qianrou glanced at Gu Mingxuan and said, "If he dares to bully you in the future, just tell me. Although I am no longer the Regent's Consort, I can still deal with him."

Xu Linlin looked at Gu Mingxuan smugly, her tail wagging as she relied on someone to back her up.

Gu Mingxuan looked at her with a doting expression, then said very seriously, "No."

During her two days at the Gu residence, Su Qianrou could tell that Gu Mingxuan's feelings for Xu Linlin were genuine, so she believed his words.

Yingyue urged, "Madam, it's time to go."

"I'm leaving. Take care."

Xu Linlin nodded.

Su Qianrou turned and boarded the boat.

Xu Linlin couldn't help but tear up.

Gu Mingxuan pulled her into his arms and comforted her.

Xu Linlin and Gu Mingxuan did not leave until the boat had sailed far away and disappeared from sight.