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

"Don't worry, Weiwei, I'll bring you to live with me after this period is over."

Hearing Zheng Zhihe's words, Xu Leyao's eyes flashed with a hint of annoyance.

If she could, she would never want to see Zheng Zhihe again in her life.

If it weren't for this heartless and treacherous man, how could the Xu family and I have ended up in such a state?

However, to get revenge, we still need to address the root cause.

However, the easier something is to obtain, the less people cherish it.

Therefore, Xu Leyao simply glanced at him.

But that one glance truly exuded a myriad of charms.

This really stole Zheng Zhihe's heart.

Zheng Zhihe stared at Xu Leyao with an infatuated look, his eyes filled with an indescribable light.

If he could, he really wanted to bring Xu Leyao in right now.

However, Xu Leyao brought him back to his senses in the next instant.

Xu Leyao was seen biting her lip slightly, her eyes filled with a sense of bewilderment and helplessness.

"When I first met you, I wasn't in this position now, but now I don't know how to conduct myself."

At this point, Xu Leyao sighed.

Zheng Zhihe looked at her with a puzzled expression.

It would be better for Xu Leyao to have a higher status, as she would be less likely to be bullied once she entered the palace.

Why does it sound like she's looking down on this kind of status from what she just said?

Seemingly noticing the confusion in Zheng Zhihe's eyes, Xu Leyao lowered her head.

"That day I went to the palace and met Consort Jiang."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Zhihe immediately understood what was troubling her.

Although it is not exactly a good story for an aunt and niece to serve the same husband.

But since this is the person I want, who can stop me?

Zheng Zhihe looked at Xu Leyao with a smug expression, "Although your aunt is in the palace, I will definitely give you a high position. If you are only worried about being bullied because of your rank, then you can rest assured."

Hearing Zheng Zhihe's words, Xu Leyao sneered inwardly.

He's really good at playing dumb.

Based on Xu Leyao's understanding of him, it's not hard to know just how far Zheng Zhihe can go.

However, Zheng Zhihe still pretended to be stupid and refused to speak.

It seems he really wants to enjoy all the benefits others have.

Xu Leyao sighed softly, her eyes filled with resentment as she looked at Zheng Zhihe.

"You know perfectly well that's not what I meant."

Seeing that she was about to get angry, Zheng Zhihe finally stopped smiling.

Zheng Zhihe is not someone who is completely ignorant of human relationships.

He naturally understood that letting Xu Leyao enter the palace would subject her to countless rumors and gossip.

Xu Leyao was destined to be his from birth.

Since that's the case, it's just a matter of entering the palace and being given a high position, so what's wrong with that?

As for those rumors and gossip, Zheng Zhihe didn't take them to heart at all.

It's just idle gossip from some bored people, so why bother making yourself upset?

"Once you're in a high position, you'll understand that those rumors and gossip are simply not worth mentioning."

Hearing him say these words with feigned profundity, Xu Leyao's hatred intensified.

Yes, he has reached a high position, so how could he see the suffering of all living beings?

The Xu family has been loyal ministers for generations, but this black-hearted scoundrel just can't see it.

Now, he should really think about the high position he's in now.

A fleeting glint of light flashed in Xu Leyao's eyes before she bit her lip and looked at Zheng Zhihe.

"But I'm still afraid. My aunt entered the palace before me and has been by your side for so many years. Although she is only your concubine, there is still some affection between us. If I were to interfere, I would feel really guilty."

As she spoke, Xu Leyao lowered her head again, looking completely lost and dejected.

Seeing her reaction, Zheng Zhihe immediately stepped forward and pulled her into his arms.

At that moment, he no longer cared that he was in a Buddhist temple.

In his eyes, Jiang Yuwei gradually overlapped with the figure of Xu Leyao.

When Xu Leyao first learned that he had a concubine in his fiefdom, she wore this same sad expression.

Although the person I know is no longer here, I can still see her voice and smile in the person I see before me.

Zheng Zhihe just wanted to pull her into his arms and comfort her.

It's like comforting Xu Leyao from the past.

"Don't worry, I will definitely not let you suffer any injustice. Besides, although I have some feelings for her, it has been many years after all."

Fortunately, Zheng Zhihe did not completely lose his mind; he only hugged Xu Leyao briefly before separating.

He looked at Xu Leyao and made a serious promise.

Although the last words left something unsaid, Xu Leyao somehow understood.

It seems that Jiang Yunxue's position in his heart is nothing special.

Thinking back to how she had provoked her in every way, Xu Leyao found it laughable.

They used to fight over this heartless and ungrateful man.

Thinking back to how she used to be jealous of Zheng Zhihe, Xu Leyao couldn't help but despise herself in her heart.

"Don't worry, once you enter the palace, you'll be second only to the emperor, above all others."

As Zheng Zhihe spoke, Xu Leyao carefully observed his expression.

Zheng Zhihe has a little habit.

This is what she observed in her previous life.

If Jung Ji-hak is lying, his eyes will unconsciously look to the left.

When he was speaking, his eyes were looking to the left.

In other words, what he's saying now is nothing but empty talk.

But Xu Leyao has no intention of exposing him now.

Liars always feel a sense of accomplishment when they see others believe their lies.

If we expose it now, what will we have to talk about in the future?

"As for my aunt..."

Seeing the hesitation in Xu Leyao's eyes, Zheng Zhihe realized that she was interested in his suggestion.

Although he felt that Xu Leyao was a bit too materialistic.

But Zheng Zhihe grew up in the palace, so he naturally knew what kind of life those unfavored concubines lived.

Therefore, he convinced himself and softened his heart a little.

"Don't worry, you don't need to worry about her. I'll handle it. All you need to do now is wait patiently for me to bring you to the palace in the future."

Zheng Zhihe looked at Xu Leyao with deep affection.

"I had wanted to bring you into the palace to keep you by my side and give you a high position, but due to the current situation, I have been delaying it time and time again. But I think you understand my intentions."

Seeing his demeanor, Xu Leyao nodded.

How could she not understand Zheng Zhihe's feelings?

They used her as a target, merely to test the Jiang family's strength.

Whether in the past or present, Zheng Zhihe's actions are as disgusting as ever.

Xu Leyao lowered her head slightly, pretending to be shy.

Upon seeing this, Zheng Zhihe laughed heartily, feeling a sense of relief.

Although the beauty is gone, he now has another beauty by his side, which is a blessing in life.