The beloved is reborn as a substitute, and the tyrant begs for forgiveness every night.

By the time Xu Leyao and Zheng Zhihe returned home satisfied, it was already late.

Xu Leyao then revealed a somewhat conflicted expression.

Zheng Zhihe was immediately curious upon seeing it.

"What's wrong? Aren't you satisfied with your shopping today?"

When asked, Xu Leyao shook her head, looking unhappy.

"If we go back at this hour, there won't be any food left at the Marquis's residence. I'm wondering where I can hunt some wild game. But I'm afraid there aren't any in the capital."

As she spoke, she sighed.

Zheng Zhihe thought it was some huge, difficult problem!

It turns out it was all just for that one bite of food.

He looked at Xu Leyao with amusement, "There's no food to eat when we get back anyway, so why don't I take you to get something else to eat?"

Faced with his suggestion, Xu Leyao naturally had no reason to refuse.

Since this jerk is willing to spend money on her, how could Xu Leyao refuse?

And she wasn't wrong.

The Jiang family is indeed not waiting for you now.

However, it's likely that news of her shopping with Zheng Zhihe today has already reached Jiang's father's ears.

In this situation, it's impossible to say that Xu Leyao just wanted to stutter.

Even if she wanted to eat a Manchu Han Imperial Feast, her father would have to bring it to her.

But since she could spend Zheng Zhihe's money, Xu Leyao naturally had to seize the opportunity.

Perhaps some of it is her dowry money from before!

Seeing that Xu Leyao had agreed, Zheng Zhihe gave an instruction to the eunuch and then told the coachman to drive the carriage in one direction.

It took about half an incense stick's time for the carriage to stop.

During the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Xu Leyao was busy unpacking the things she had bought that day, having a great time.

Even when Zheng Zhihe occasionally spoke a few words to her, Xu Leyao was extremely perfunctory.

Logically speaking, Zheng Zhihe should also be unhappy.

But Xu Leyao had done the same thing before!

As long as Xu Leyao starts to get busy, she won't care what Zheng Zhihe says.

Now, Jiang Yuwei deliberately imitates her various behaviors and habits to please herself.

Zheng Zhihe was naturally happy to see it happen.

It's okay to be a little temperamental.

Only after the carriage stopped did Zheng Zhihe help her down.

"This is where?"

Xu Leyao looked at the familiar estate, a hint of nostalgia in her eyes.

This is the estate that she used to bring with her as part of her dowry.

The estate only grows some simple crops, mainly to provide a place for retired palace maids, nannies, and eunuchs to live.

This was her suggestion at the time.

I never expected that Zheng Zhihe would still be using it after all these years.

Although she was filled with emotion, she remained outwardly calm and even showed some doubt.

Zheng Zhihe did not offer any answers or explanations for her.

"Let's go and try the chef's cooking here."

Upon hearing this, Xu Leyao knew that a new imperial chef had arrived.

Whenever a retired imperial chef makes a dish that suits his taste, Zheng Zhihe will occasionally find an excuse to come out and have a taste.

It's like spending half a day just to get something to eat.

This is exactly the same as before.

Xu Leyao naturally wouldn't spoil his appetite for something he already knew perfectly well.

"it is good."

Zheng Zhihe took Xu Leyao's hand once again.

This time, Xu Leyao had no reason to refuse.

After all, this clearly looks like a private estate.

Xu Leyao pretended to know nothing along the way, looking around at everything in the manor.

However, her behavior drew some dissatisfaction from the palace staff.

The palace servants here have all received favors from Xu Leyao.

Since his death, Zheng Zhihe has never brought any other women with him.

Today, however, we are introducing a woman whose behavior is a complete imitation of Xu Leyao.

How can they possibly develop a liking for them?

Although Xu Leyao didn't know why they harbored such malice towards her, she could roughly guess why.

At that moment, she felt that all her previous efforts had not been in vain.

Look! These people still remember her.

When Zheng Zhihe led her to the dining area, there wasn't a single dish on the table.

At this point, Zheng Zhihe also felt a little embarrassed.

"Didn't I order today's meal? Why hasn't it been served yet?"

This was the first time Zheng Zhihe had acted like an emperor in front of Jiang Yuwei.

Zheng Zhihe was already very concerned about his reputation, and at this moment he felt even more humiliated.

Xu Leyao could guess the reason for his unhappiness even with her eyes closed.

Logically speaking, she shouldn't have said anything.

But Xu Leyao really didn't want to see these elderly people who had left the palace being made difficult again.

"It seems the food they're bringing me today is quite something; it'll take them this long to prepare."

Xu Leyao offered a way out, and Zheng Zhihe naturally took the opportunity to accept it.

But deep down, he was still quite angry.

Zheng Zhihe knew that the people here had received kindness from Xu Leyao.

But now that even Xu Leyao has left, these people don't even take him seriously.

This perception made him very dissatisfied.

Seeing this, Xu Leyao said nothing more.

She's already advised him once; she can't keep doing it again and again.

This doesn't fit her public image!

The eunuch who followed Zheng Zhihe was quite clever.

He gave the order for Zhu'er to serve him.

He then slipped into the kitchen and gave orders to the retired imperial chef.

The imperial chef was clearly unhappy, but Zheng Zhihe was, after all, the emperor.

With the eunuchs around Zheng Zhihe coming in person, how could he possibly put on airs?

He quickly prepared a few refreshing side dishes and had them served to him.

Seeing that the food was exquisite and delicious, Zheng Zhihe's anger subsided somewhat.

He knew the stubborn nature of this imperial chef.

It was precisely because of his personality that the imperial chef left the palace before he was old enough to be considered for a position.

His skills are just too good.

Zheng Zhihe didn't have the heart to kill him.

Looking at the exquisitely presented dishes that looked and smelled delicious, Xu Leyao immediately felt a surge of appetite.

"Your Majesty, wouldn't you like to give it a try?"

Xu Leyao tentatively opened her mouth, her eyes filled with longing for food.

Seeing that she still remembered him, Zheng Zhihe was even more pleased.

He nodded and picked up his chopsticks.

Zheng Zhihe had just picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks when Xu Leyao was faster than him.

As soon as the food entered her mouth, Xu Leyao's eyes lit up.

I must say, the dishes made by this imperial chef are really good!

She is somewhat picky about food, but there's nothing wrong with this dish.

Seeing that Xu Leyao was picking up food with her chopsticks more and more frequently, Zheng Zhihe became more and more anxious.

The two of them were like they were having a competition, taking turns eating with their chopsticks.

These appetizers whetted our appetites, and soon the main course arrived.

At this moment, Xu Leyao no longer had time to talk to Zheng Zhihe.

The young eunuch and Zhu'er served him diligently.