After being forced to leave the marriage, I became the wife of a top scholar.

Seeing that Bai Wanqing looked very serious after waking up, Cheng Susu quickly asked softly, "Wanqing, what's wrong? Is something wrong?"

Bai Wanqing noticed Cheng Susu's anxious mood and slowly shook her head, "No, you did a great job!"

"I just woke up, and my mind is still a bit muddled."

"Chaos is the way to go!"

Bai Wanqing and Cheng Susu looked up and saw Wuhuan and Wushuang carrying breakfast in. As soon as Wuhuan put down the food box, he came to the bedside and continued, "Madam Lin, do you really think that bottle of poison from Prince Huai was just a little sweet water?"

"That's a bone-dissolving powder that can kill even with just a sip!"

"I didn't believe you when you said you could survive this deadly poison!"

"Now it seems that Madam Lin is indeed highly skilled and daring! I admire her from the bottom of my heart!"

Wu Huan solemnly clasped his hands in a fist salute to Bai Wanqing.

Bai Wanqing gave a wry smile. "I'm sorry to have made you laugh, Young Master Wuhuan. It's not a matter of being highly skilled and daring; it was just a last resort."

Wu Huan nodded, indicating his understanding.

While the two of them were talking, Wushuang had already set out breakfast.

"Madam Lin, Miss Cheng, you've been living in fear these past few days, you must be starving by now, come and have something to eat."

Cheng Susu had been drooling over the food on the table, and when she heard Wushuang call her, she couldn't resist any longer.

She quickly helped Wanqing sit down at the dining table, and kept exclaiming in amazement as she looked at the sumptuous breakfast.

"Wow! Did you make all this food?" Cheng Susu had always lived in the capital, which was probably the most prosperous place in terms of food and entertainment.

But she had never seen any of the food on the table before.

Wu Shuang felt a little embarrassed when Cheng Susu asked, because he and Wu Huan were forced to learn how to cook these dishes when they were slaves in the Northern Dynasty.
Looking back now, it's somewhat shameful to admit.

Wu Huan and Bai Wanqing both noticed Wu Shuang's embarrassment. Wu Huan chuckled slightly, then casually picked up a piece of fried dough and put it in Cheng Susu's bowl.

"Yes! Wushuang and I did all of this."

"This is food from our hometown, please don't mind it, Mrs. Lin."

Cheng Susu naturally didn't mind the fried dough. She picked it up and stuffed it into her mouth. It was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant meat filling inside!

"Wow! This is so delicious! Wanqing, you should try some too!"

Bai Wanqing smiled and put a piece in her mouth as well; it was indeed very delicious.

"The skills of Young Master Wushuang and Young Master Wuhuan are truly remarkable!"

Wushuang and Wuhuan were overjoyed by the praise and had long forgotten the origins of the pancake! Especially Wuhuan, who had already let go of the past and believed that living in the present was the only way to go.

Just Wushuang? Wuhuan secretly glanced at Wushuang and sighed inwardly. Wushuang was thoughtful and sensitive. He really didn't know when the wound in his heart would heal!
Perhaps only time can truly heal him!
The four of them then enjoyed a delicious meal. Seeing that Bai Wanqing's complexion had returned to its rosy hue, Wu Huan began to discuss serious matters.

"Madam Lin, we have finally seen Prince Huai off!"

"What are your plans next?"

Before Bai Wanqing could speak, Cheng Susu also had something to say: "Yes! Wanqing, will the Prince of Huai come again!"

"If we come again, we're afraid we won't be able to raise that much money to grease palms."

"This time, Furong has almost emptied her savings."

Mentioning Furong reminded Bai Wanqing of her last night at the Du family home.

At that time, Bai Wanqing had just finished discussing countermeasures with the Cui family. If she wanted these countermeasures to proceed smoothly, she would probably need some help.

However, for the Lin family now, lacking both power and wealth, obtaining such assistance is extremely difficult!
Even if Marquis Zhaonan were truly willing to speak up for the Lin family, it would likely have the opposite effect in the Emperor's eyes.

After much deliberation, Bai Wanqing secretly returned to the Du family the following night.

When Madam Du heard that Bai Wanqing had arrived, she immediately had someone invite Wanqing in.

"Wanqing, how is it? Have you come up with a solution?" Madam Du asked.

Seeing Madam Du's concerned gaze, Bai Wanqing felt a pang of guilt. "Aunt Du, I..."

Madam Du naturally understood Bai Wanqing's concerns.

"Wanqing, just say what you want to say. If you keep being coy, you'll really treat the Du family like outsiders."

"Aunt Du, aren't you afraid? The Lin family will likely face serious charges this time."

Madam Du frowned and said, "Afraid? How can I not be afraid!"

"But Wanqing, there are too many things to fear in this world, and too many people are good at seeking advantage and avoiding harm."

"I did have my own selfish motives, after all, there are dozens of lives in the Du family. If I said I had no concerns whatsoever, I would be lying to you."

"Then why is my aunt still willing to see me at this time?"

Madam Du smiled calmly, "Why? There aren't that many whys!"

"We just felt it should be done this way, so we did it this way."

"So, Wanqing, you don't need to worry. This decision wasn't made by me alone; it was discussed with Huan'er and my older brother."

"You'd better tell me your plan!"

Bai Wanqing recounted the plan she had discussed with Cui and the others to Madam Du. Madam Du was genuinely worried for Bai Wanqing when she heard that she wanted to fake her death.

"Wanqing, that's the Prince of Huai. His mind is inherently unpredictable and fickle. What if he doesn't use poison?"

"No, no, this is too risky!"

"Auntie, don't worry, I've already made arrangements."

"The most important thing right now is to have someone to help push public opinion forward!" Bai Wanqing's expression was unusually solemn.

Knowing Bai Wanqing's temperament, Madam Du could tell from her expression that there was probably no way out, so she asked in a low voice, "Then what do you need us to do?"

"Auntie, I'm afraid I need some money."

As Bai Wanqing thought of this, Madam Du's words came to mind.

"Wanqing, don't worry, our Du family will spare no effort in this matter."

"However, I'm afraid I won't tell Furong yet, since she's related to you by blood, and I'm worried."

“Aunt, that’s exactly what I was thinking too.”

Bai Wanqing pulled herself together and slowly curled the corners of her mouth. She never expected that Furong would actually splurge all her savings for her!

It seems she'll have to find a way to help Furong earn more money in the future.

Oh! Right! Bai Wanqing quickly put away her smile and asked, "Susu, how is Furong? And how are my family?"

Cheng Susu immediately nodded and said, "Wanqing, don't worry, they are all fine."

“Furong doesn’t know about your affairs, but your uncle does. With him around, nothing will go wrong.”

Bai Wanqing nodded slightly, feeling much more at ease. Then she looked up at Cheng Susu and the others before slowly explaining her next plan.

“I can’t predict when Prince Huai will return after this departure, so I’ve thought about it and I’m afraid I’ll have to trouble Young Master Wushuang again.”

Wushuang was a little stunned when she heard her own name, but Wuhuan figured it out first.

"Madam Lin, do you mean you want Wushuang to continue serving as Lord Lin?"

Wu Shuang looked at Wu Huan in shock, while Cheng Susu jumped up excitedly, "Oh! This is a great idea!"

"Although I don't know what makes Lord Lin so special, judging from Prince Huai's attitude this time, Prince Huai must be somewhat wary of Lord Lin."

"Otherwise, why go to all that trouble to find such a serious crime as treason and collusion with the enemy to frame me!"

"If Young Master Wushuang can continue to deceive Prince Huai by pretending to be Lord Lin, it might make Prince Huai restrain himself and not bother to come to Huaizhou City to cause trouble again!"

Bai Wanqing watched Cheng Susu's analysis and shook her head with a smile.

"What? Am I right?"

Bai Wanqing said, "Yes! And no!"

“Susu, the Prince of Huai came to Huaizhou City with the intention of getting what he wanted. Now that he has not achieved his goal, he will surely not give up easily.”

"Don't forget, my parents-in-law are still in his hands."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Susu stomped her foot angrily, "The Prince of Huai is despicable! He not only arrested my father, but now he's arrested your family too!"

"Then why do we want Young Master Wushuang to continue playing the role of Lord Lin?"

Bai Wanqing lowered her eyes and blinked, saying, "That's the part you're right about. As long as my husband is in the North, the Prince of Huai will have something to worry about."

“On the contrary, as long as my husband is here, the Lin couple will be of use to the Prince of Huai.”

"We won't hurt them easily!"

Cheng Susu understood. "I see."

“Then please continue playing Lord Lin, Young Master Wushuang.” Cheng Susu said, looking at Wushuang.

Bai Wanqing slowly rose and walked to the Peerless Young Master, bowing respectfully. "I hope the Peerless Young Master will lend a helping hand."

Wushuang was startled by Bai Wanqing's actions and quickly helped her up, saying, "Madam Lin, you're too kind."

Bai Wanqing shook her head and said, "Young Master Wushuang, don't be so formal."

"If yesterday's act of putting you in danger was out of necessity, then today's request is an unreasonable one!"

"After all, the Prince of Huai may have been caught off guard by our attack yesterday and poses no threat to you, but once he realizes what's happening, he might do something detrimental to you."

"Your life may be threatened at that time."

"So even if you reject me now, I can completely understand."

Wushuang was well aware of the dangers involved. He lowered his head and pondered for a moment. When he looked up again, he had already made up his mind.

"Madam Lin, from this day forward, I am Lord Lin Yunche."

Bai Wanqing nodded gratefully and bowed deeply to Young Master Wushuang.

Cheng Susu secretly breathed a sigh of relief, while Wu Huan looked at Wu Shuang with a half-smile, thinking to himself: It seems like it's been a long time since I've seen this kid genuinely willing to do something. Perhaps this is just the right opportunity for Wu Shuang.

If Bai Wanqing could persuade Wushuang to continue acting as Lin Yunche, she would have enough time to find a way to bring everyone back.

She turned her head to look at Susu and asked, "Where are Fengniang and Ruixin now?" (End of Chapter)