Only after being reborn did I realize that I was the white moonlight of a powerful minister.

Princess Longyu prepared a separate courtyard for Ye Wanning. Granny Jiang led the way, saying, "The interior is furnished to the best standards. Miss, take a look. If there's anything you don't like or are dissatisfied with, you can tell this old servant at any time."

“These are all wonderful things I’ve never seen before, so naturally I like them all and have no complaints.” Ye Wanning said with a smile as she sat down.

Granny Jiang called a few people into the room. "These four head maids will be in charge of serving the household affairs from now on. As for the remaining eight junior maids, you can use them as you see fit. There are also cleaning ladies and eunuchs outside. You can replace them at any time if you don't like any of them."

The four head maids were named Fengchun, Quxia, Jianqiu, and Yingdong. Ye Wanning didn't change their names. They were all sent by Princess Longyu, and her every move would be watched by them.

Ye Wanning felt unable to relax. Granny Jiang told Ye Wanning to rest first, as the formal family recognition ceremony would be held tomorrow, and Princess Longyu had invited all the high-ranking families in the capital.

As soon as Granny Jiang left, Fengchun introduced herself, "From now on, this servant will be in charge of the young lady's bedding and hair combing. The four of us each have our own strengths, so please feel free to tell us what you need."

Ye Wanning gave the reward money, saying, "It's fate that we've become mistress and servant. Since you've all said so, we're family from now on. Yunzhi is used to doing my personal things, so let her handle it. As for the rest, just listen to how the manor makes arrangements."

Feng Chun smiled and agreed. The others greeted Ye Wanning, and it was hard to tell whether they were good or bad at first glance. But Ye Wanning knew she couldn't reveal any weakness in front of these people. If they found out, Princess Longyu would find out too.

Ye Wanning said she wanted to take a bath, so Fengchun led people to fetch water. Only when Yunzhi was there could she breathe a sigh of relief.

“Miss, the Princess’s residence is too grand. I’m afraid we won’t even dare to speak loudly from now on.” Yunzhi didn’t think the Princess’s residence was any better. Fengchun and the others were clearly well-trained and spoke and acted in an orderly manner, which she couldn’t compare to at all.

“We really can’t say anything carelessly, we all have to be careful. Fortunately, I don’t have to stay at the princess’s residence forever. After a while, I’ll have my grandmother write to say she misses me, and His Highness will surely let me go back.” That was Ye Wanning’s plan.

Thinking of the family recognition ceremony the next day, Ye Wanning took a deep breath, buried her head in the water, and told herself that it was no big deal. She would deal with whatever came her way. As long as she was alive, there was nothing that couldn't be solved.

The new environment wasn't conducive to restful sleep, especially since Fengchun had to keep watch all night. After tossing and turning, Ye Wanning told Fengchun to go back first.

“Replying to Miss, this is how it is in the Princess’s residence and the palace, so that we servants can serve our masters at night. You’ll get used to it.” Feng Chun stood respectfully in front of the gauze curtain.

"Come again later. Tomorrow is more important. I can't sleep with you here. You said it yourself, His Highness told you all to listen to me. Rules are rules, but people are flexible. What do you say?"

"You're right." Feng Chun didn't say anything more and silently withdrew.

When she arrived at the main hall, the lights were still on. After the servants announced her arrival, she went in with her head down.

On either side of Princess Longyu lay a man, half-naked, with fair skin.

"The lady won't let you keep watch at night?" Princess Longyu leaned against her male concubine.

“Yes, I’m not used to it,” Fengchun said.

Princess Longyu didn't care about that. "Since she's not used to it, there's no need to keep someone on guard in the room at night. Just put a bell outside the room so she can ring it if she needs anything."

"This servant understands, but it seems that the young lady doesn't quite trust us servants."

"It's normal. If I were suddenly treated so highly, I would be wary. Just serve her well. Since I've recognized her as my goddaughter, I'll give her a bright future." Princess Longyu waved her hand, indicating that Fengchun could leave.

Granny Jiang brought over hot tea. "Just now, someone from below came and said that Xie Bohuai is already investigating the people around the envoy from Wusu. Do you think we should send someone to deal with them?"

Last time, when Xie Bohuai was framed and Princess Zhaoyun was tortured to death, Princess Longyu's men did a relatively clean job.

But who is Xie Bohuai?

He was the most feared madman in the capital; there was nothing Xie Bohuai couldn't find.

Princess Longyu didn't expect Xie Bohuai to die; she only wanted to provoke conflict between Xie Bohuai and Prince Hui, but she didn't expect that Prince Hui was still somewhat shrewd.

And Xie Bohuai is about to find out about her as well.

“There’s no need to take action. If we do, Xie Bohuai will find me even faster.” Princess Longyu wasn’t worried. “Actually, even if I hadn’t brought Ye Wanning here, Xie Bohuai wouldn’t have found out about the Wusu envoy so quickly. But Xie Bohuai is such an annoying person. I can’t rest easy without Ye Wanning by my side.”

She recognized Ye Wanning as her goddaughter, which meant keeping Ye Wanning by her side. In this way, as long as Xie Bohuai cared about Ye Wanning, he wouldn't dare to lay a hand on her.

“It’s good that Your Highness is prepared,” said Granny Jiang.

Princess Longyu smiled. "I don't need to do this for anyone else, only for Xie Bohuai. We'll just wait. Although I've dealt with Xie Bohuai before, he's not my enemy. In the world of power struggles, there are no permanent enemies. Xie Bohuai will definitely come tomorrow. When that time comes, have him come to see me."

"This old servant understands." Granny Jiang withdrew and called over a maid, "Tell the people serving Miss Ye in her courtyard to serve her well. Anyone who neglects Miss Ye can expect to meet the King of Hell."

His Highness has tested Xie Bohuai's abilities and knows that a fight with him could result in mutual destruction, so it's best to maintain peace. With Ye Wanning around, they can all live in peace. Of course, they aren't afraid if Xie Bohuai doesn't know what's good for him.

The next morning, Fengchun and the others came in to help Ye Wanning wash up. They chose a bright red Suzhou embroidered long gown, which Ye Wanning felt was very precious just by looking at it.

"Do I really have to wear this?" She felt it was too formal.

“From now on, you will be the mistress of the manor. His Highness only has you as his adopted daughter, so naturally you should be dressed in your best attire.” Feng Chun smiled as she did Ye Wanning’s makeup. “You are so beautiful. Your eyebrows are naturally black without makeup, and your lips are naturally red without rouge. With just a touch of rouge, you will be the most dazzling person today.”

Ye Wanning felt a little embarrassed by what she said, but she was indeed beautiful, and after dressing up, she was even more stunning.

Seeing Qiu enter and say that it was almost time, she said, "His Highness has already gotten up. Miss, please go and pay your respects."

Ye Wanning smiled faintly, "Okay, I'll be right there."