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

After Zheng Lingjia left the palace, he went straight to the Jiang residence.

As soon as he arrived at the gate of the Jiang residence, a servant immediately went to report to Jiang's father.

Zheng Lingjia stood at the door and waited, without going in.

Looking at the birds flying outside, Zheng Lingjia's eyes were filled with complex emotions.

He used to think that Zheng Zhihe loved Xu Leyao, so even though he had other thoughts, he never overstepped his bounds.

But now, looking at Jiang Yuwei's efforts, Zheng Zhihe can't be sure anymore.

If Zheng Zhihe truly loves Jiang Yuwei, his affection is tinged with manipulation.

Yet, even if he disliked her, he would protect her in every way, even going so far as to have a prince who never participated in court or harem affairs personally protect her.

One thing after another, even Zheng Lingjia couldn't tell whether Zheng Zhihe liked Xu Leyao or not.

At least for Zheng Lingjia himself.

If he likes someone, he will never let her suffer.

Thinking about all this, Zheng Lingjia couldn't help but recall what Xu Leyao used to look like.

if……

Recalling the past, Zheng Lingjia couldn't help but clench his fists.

Then, thinking of Jiang's father and Jiang Yuwei whom he would soon have to face, a look of disgust flashed across his eyes.

How can a woman who schemes and plots to imitate Xu Leyao deserve to be pampered?

But whatever he was thinking, he ultimately didn't say it out loud.

Moreover, there's Zheng Zhihe, who is now sitting on the throne.

That was his elder brother.

No matter how much dissatisfaction or reluctance there was, Zheng Zhihe's decision was not open to questioning by Zheng Lingjia.

Because Zheng Lingjia understood these things, he didn't say much.

He should just treat it as a task assigned by Zheng Zhihe and do it diligently.

As a member of the royal family, he knew better than anyone else.

Zheng Lingjia's previous warnings to Xu Leyao were always to tell her to stop imitating Xu Leyao.

However, Zheng Lingjia never told her to stay away from Zheng Zhihe.

Because that's impossible.

Or rather, this is not something Xu Leyao can decide.

Once Zheng Zhihe makes a decision, it is the emperor's word, and no one else has the right to refuse.

Just like his current situation.

Just then, Jiang's father also came out.

Looking at Zheng Lingjia standing at the door like a guardian deity, he couldn't help but feel a chill.

Jiang's father had never had any contact with Zheng Lingjia, so why would he suddenly come here?

Although he was puzzled, Mr. Jiang still greeted him with a smile.

"Prince Su, what brings you here today?"

In the short time it took to meet him, Jiang's father began to probe Zheng Lingjia's purpose in coming.

Zheng Lingjia looked at him, expressionless.

"I have come today on the orders of my elder brother, the Emperor, to check on Lord Jiang's preparations."

At this moment, the smile on Jiang's father's face almost cracked.

He thought that as long as Zheng Zhihe forgot about Xu Leyao's inclusion in the family genealogy and no one mentioned it afterward, the matter would be considered resolved.

But to his surprise, Zheng Zhihe actually sent Zheng Lingjia, a powerful figure, to keep an eye on things personally.

Instantly, a bitter smile spread across his face.

"Prince Su, aren't you putting me in a difficult position?"

As he spoke, Jiang's father moved closer to Zheng Lingjia.

"Such a major matter as being included in the family genealogy is not so easy to handle, even if Zheng Zhihe gives the order. There are ancestral family rules to prevent it, and there are also elders in the family. Even the current Imperial Concubine, although she comes from the Jiang family, has not been included in the family genealogy!"

He looked like he was pouring out his grievances, and kept getting closer to Zheng Lingjia with his feet.

Zheng Lingjia could tell at this moment whether it was a human or a ghost.

Jiang's father is trying to play the emotional card with him and buy time with Zheng Zhihe!

If it were someone else, they might have just gone along with it.

However, this time, Jiang's father encountered Zheng Lingjia.

Zheng Lingjia disliked participating in politics and was Zheng Zhihe's younger brother, so he was deeply trusted by Zheng Zhihe.

He had wealth, power, and status, but he didn't care about any of it.

Moreover, he is naturally aloof, so why would he care about things like being included in the family genealogy?

To put it bluntly, this is a matter for the Jiang family, what does it have to do with him?

Zheng Lingjia took a step back without changing his expression. "Lord Jiang, you'd better hurry! If we keep delaying, I'm afraid Zheng Zhihe will become unhappy."

Upon hearing this, Father Jiang felt a chill in his heart.

It was unexpected that Zheng Zhihe sent Zheng Lingjia.

Nowadays, Zheng Lingjia is even less concerned about his attempts to get close to him.

It seems that this time, Zheng Zhihe is determined to include Jiang Yuwei's name in the family genealogy!

Thinking of his most difficult uncle, the third uncle, and the mocking looks he might face from others, Mr. Jiang felt like he was about to have a stroke.

“Prince Su, I have my own decision on this matter. Zheng Zhihe has issued the decree, and I will naturally obey it. However, there is still plenty of time, so there is no need to rush. Moreover, opening an ancestral hall and establishing a family genealogy are both major family events, so we should naturally choose an auspicious day.”

Father Jiang spoke with a sanctimonious expression.

But the underlying meaning of his words can be summed up in one word: "delay".

Zheng Lingjia was somewhat puzzled.

Zheng Zhihe has already issued an imperial decree regarding this matter.

Anyone with eyes to see knows that this is a done deal, and there is no room for negotiation.

It's better to make a decision sooner rather than later.

In this way, even if people laugh at you, it will only last for a few days.

Once more interesting rumors circulated in the capital, the matter eventually passed.

Of course, Jiang's father will definitely be nailed to the pillar of shame.

Looking at Zheng Lingjia's expression, Jiang's father smiled bitterly to himself.

How could he not understand such a principle?

However, Jiang's father still harbored unrealistic hopes.

The Jiang family has been loyal to Zheng Zhihe for many years, remaining utterly devoted.

Even if Zheng Zhihe wanted to save face for Jiang Yuwei, he shouldn't have used such methods!

Thinking about all this, Father Jiang couldn't help but feel a surge of anger.

At this moment, he even felt a bit of resentment towards Jiang Yunxue in the palace.

If Jiang Yunxue hadn't been unable to persuade the emperor, he wouldn't have suffered such a great injustice.

Ultimately, they're not your own children, so you can't rely on them.

Thinking about all this, Jiang's father thought of Xu Leyao.

At this moment, Xu Leyao was also staring blankly at the hairpin that her mother had given her.

The hairpin is entirely gilded and shaped like a blue phoenix, with a tiny luminous pearl in its beak.

The blue phoenix is ​​so lifelike, and the craftsmanship of this hairpin has many aspects that even Xu Leyao herself cannot explain.

Such a hairpin is naturally beautiful.

But this hairpin may not have been properly stored, or it may have been deliberately worn down.

There are some pits and bumps on the main body of the hairpin.

In this way, the beauty of the hairpin is greatly reduced.

No wonder, Mother Jiang was willing to take it out and give it to her!

However, what surprised Xu Leyao was the origin of this hairpin.

This was made by someone specially commissioned by Xu's parents when she came of age.

Xu Leyao cherished this hairpin very much, but unfortunately she never saw it again after her death.

Now, after all the twists and turns, the hairpin has returned to her hands.