"What do you mean by that?"

"Lu Xingzhang has passed away. There's no point in you staying in the Marquis's mansion. Come to me. Let's be like we were in our past lives."

Yao Feiran rolled her eyes: "Following you around in secret is worse than staying in the Marquis's mansion. At least you have the title of concubine. You don't actually think you can back out of your choice, do you?"

Seeing that she was about to leave, Zhou Qingyan grabbed Yao Feiran's hand, seemingly trying to pull her back. Yao Feiran kicked him, and Zhou Qingyan felt a sharp pain in his stomach. His body went out of control and he crashed into the wall, almost losing his balance.

Yao Feiran stared at him, her eyes narrowed slightly. Back then, Zhou Qingyan stopped Yao Lingyan, which led to the original owner being tricked by mistake. Later, he even stood up for Yao Lingyan and broke with the Yao family. After that, he showed his love for his wife in every way, becoming an enviable couple in the capital.

In the blink of an eye, he grew tired of his wife and began to miss his original self, even wanting to continue their past life's relationship.

This shows that he is a cold-hearted person.

Yao Feiran ignored his current expression and turned to leave.

After returning to the Marquis's residence, Chen Yu suddenly came over.

"Aunt Yao, are you willing to accept the Marquis's filial piety towards Lin Ruowan? You are clearly her birth mother."

"Ms. Chen, you know that sowing discord won't work on me."

"Hehe." Chen Yu looked at Yao Feiran as if she were a fool, her voice seductive: "Do you think Lin Ruowan is a good person? She's in control of the Marquis's mansion now, and you, her birth mother, are just a thorn in her side. Besides, if Lin Ruowan is gone, you'll be the mistress of this mansion."

Yao Feiran lay back on the chaise lounge and said leisurely, "The mistress is too tired. I don't like it. Madam has always been taking care of Zhao'er. Isn't it normal for Zhao'er to be filial to Madam?"

Chen Yu was stunned for a moment. She tried to see a hint of reluctance in Yao Feiran's expression, but found nothing.

"Go, Chen Yu. The dust has settled. You've already lost. Neither my wife nor I are fools."

These words were like a sharp thorn piercing Chen Yu's heart, and her expression changed slightly.

Lu Xingzhang died far too quickly; everything happened so suddenly.

She knew that Lu Xingzhang had already regretted requesting that Lu Zhao be made the heir apparent. He had told her that he would give the position of heir apparent to the third young master, Lu Zeying, because Lu Zhao was not the child he liked.

Chen Yu wasn't worried at all about Lu Zeying, a spoiled child who would eventually cause trouble and ruin his future. She just wanted to be a confidante who didn't compete or fight for anything.

However, she was defeated by Yao Feiran, whom she looked down upon. Yao Feiran saved Lin Ruowan, who was poisoned, and protected Lu Zhao so well that she avoided every accident.

Moreover, not only did Lu Xingzhang die, but he also sacrificed himself for the country, which allowed Lu Zhao to inherit the title smoothly.

Her life had plummeted from heaven to hell; even a lowly maid could trample on her. She felt it shouldn't be like this; her life had been tampered with.

When Chen Yu left, she looked somewhat lost and almost tripped over a stone. Yao Feiran noticed that her luck had indeed diminished considerably.

Ten years passed quickly. Yao Feiran traveled everywhere, providing free medicine, donating supplies, and distributing porridge wherever disaster struck. She also created many jobs through the Yao family's business. She only left after the epidemic was completely under control. Gradually, her fame grew, and she was even called a fairy.

Several years passed in this way, and then suddenly an imperial edict arrived.

The above list outlines her good deeds over the years, followed by a series of praises, and finally she is granted the title of Princess Seondeok and a separate mansion.

Yao Feiran was stunned when she received the imperial edict. She had done those things to gain energy, but she didn't expect to be noticed by the emperor. The emperor even generously conferred upon her the title of princess and gave her her own separate residence.

Lin Ruowan's expression remained unchanged, and she smiled, saying, "Congratulations! From now on, you will be the Princess Shande, personally bestowed by the Emperor."

"Congratulations! On such a joyous occasion, Madam, please help me give the entire household a few extra months' worth of allowance."

"You're quite generous, you even found me a job."

Lin Ruowan rolled her eyes at her, annoyed, but did not refuse.

With her own residence, Yao Feiran moved in directly. Chen Yu wouldn't live much longer, and Lu Zhao wouldn't be killed off by the plot anymore, so she didn't need to do anything. All she had to do was find a suitable husband for Lu Yunwan.

Princess's Mansion

After Yao Feiran moved into the mansion, the head steward came over.

"Princess, Third Master Lu is here."

Lu San, also known as Lu Zeying, was the third young master of the Marquis's mansion who pushed Lu Zhao down. After Lu Xingzhang died, Lin Ruowan simply ignored him. Without the discipline of his family, he became idle and good-for-nothing, spending his days loafing around.

"Let him in."

He's never liked me, so the fact that he's shamelessly asking for my help this time suggests he must have some difficult matter to ask.

She loves seeing people get their comeuppance.

"Aunt Yao."

"How dare you! You should be called Princess Seondeok."

The servant walked over and kicked the man in the knee, causing Lu Zeying to fall to his knees with a thud.

Yao Feiran wasn't annoyed. She tilted her head and looked at him, who was covered in sweat from the pain.

"You've never liked me, but you've come here this time, so you must want something from me. But you're deliberately saying annoying things. It seems you want to get things done while standing there. You don't understand the situation. Guards! Throw him out."

Two guards stood on either side of Lu Zeying, supporting his arms and preparing to lift him up, when Lu Zeying's face began to panic.

He fell to the ground and kowtowed heavily: "Princess Shande, I was confused just now. Please, please uphold justice for us. My mother wants to drive us out and has seized the Marquis's property. You can save so many strangers. Please, please, let my mother give us a way to live."

"You may have forgotten that Zhao'er is the heir and should have inherited the entire Marquis's estate. Besides, the Marquis's estate doesn't have much; it was all given to Lu Zhao by Lin Ruowan and me. You are not worthy at all."

Seeing Yao Feiran's mocking gaze, his true nature was revealed, his face contorted with rage: "Father always favored me the most, and even said he would make me the heir apparent. It was Lu Zhao who stole my position as heir apparent; I should be the one to inherit the title!"

"The Madam didn't stop you from studying back then. It's your own lack of self-control that's to blame. His Majesty personally decreed that you would become the heir apparent. If you're not satisfied, go and question His Majesty."

Yao Feiran said sarcastically, "However, seeing you like this, I'm relieved. All my efforts have been in vain. You haven't paid back what you did to Zhao'er yet. I heard you owe several hundred taels of silver from gambling. Without the protection of the Marquis's mansion, those people should be able to come and cause you trouble. I hope your body can withstand the beating."

"You...how did you know I gambled?" Lu Zeying's eyes widened as he roared, "It was you...you're the one who ruined me?! I'm going to kill you!!"

He rushed over, intending to hit Yao Feiran, but before he could get close, he was kicked away by a guard and thrown out by the guard.

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