Quick Transmigration: The Supporting Character Just Wants to Die a Natural Death

Yun'an Marquis's Mansion

Li's mother was also puzzled: "What kind of bewitching potion did that woman give you that you have to like her? If you like young women, I will take a few young concubines for you."

Li Chenxuan was beaten so badly that he lay in bed for several days. His mother was very worried and couldn't help but blame Yao Feiran for hitting him too hard. Moreover, people outside didn't think that Yao Feiran, a woman, could hit him so hard. They even mocked Li Chenxuan, saying that he was ashamed and was pretending to be sick to hide at home.

"I don't want to, none of these people are her."

"Why!"

Li's mother wiped away her tears with heartache: "She's such a wicked person."

After Li Chenxuan recovered, he attended the morning court for the first time and was reprimanded by the emperor for his improper conduct.

Li Chenxuan's face was ashen, and he became even more depressed when he returned home.

Li's mother had no choice but to hand over the token to enter the palace and go see the Empress Dowager.

The next empress was Li's mother's younger sister, who gave birth to the fifth prince, Shen Mingyi.

The Empress Dowager was also helpless regarding her nephew. She said, "Does he really want to marry that girl Qin Xuan?"

"Yeah, I don't know if he's gone mad, but he won't touch any other women now, he insists on marrying that girl."

"I wish I could really marry him."

Mother Li was taken aback: "Your Majesty, is that what you think too?"

"The Duke of Dingguo holds military power and is valued by the Emperor. If Chenxuan can marry her, it will be a great help to me."

"Can Her Majesty bestow a marriage upon us? In that case, the Duke of Dingguo's family will have no choice but to accept it."

The Empress Dowager laughed in exasperation: "What are you thinking? A marriage decree is meant to foster goodwill, not enmity. Besides, the Duke of Dingguo is an important minister. If I were to grant a marriage so casually, His Majesty would be furious. Would I still want to be Empress?"

Li's mother looked disappointed.

He then continued, "If the right path is blocked, then try other paths, but we can't give anyone a handle to use against us."

Mother Li's eyes flickered slightly: "Your Majesty, I understand."

Yao Feiran also knew about Li's mother submitting a token to the palace.

She guessed it was because of Qin Xuan. The child was only fourteen years old, yet he was being targeted by an old man. It was truly distressing.

However, because Li Chenxuan was quite lucky, fate favored Qin Xuan to marry him, which caused a lot of trouble.

Yao Feiran added a few more guards to the two sisters.

Empress Dowager's birthday.

Yao Feiran led the two of them, along with Wang Muyuan who had come to join in the fun, into the palace.

"You two sisters can't run around. Li Chenxuan will be coming too."

Every banquet like this always ends up causing some trouble, and Yao Feiran certainly didn't want to create a scandal.

Qin Zhen showed a look of disgust: "I know, it's that scoundrel again."

On her way to the main hall, Qin Xuan felt a gaze upon her. Turning her head, she saw it was the Third Prince, Shen Zeyu. The two groups had just met.

Yao Feiran: "Greetings, Your Highness the Third Prince."

The others realized what was happening and bowed in unison.

"No need for formalities."

Shen Zeyu's eyes were somewhat unnatural. There were many children in the palace, and he was not valued. Although he had been raised under the care of the Noble Consort for several years, there was no difference from before.

Qin Xuan's gaze was clear and gentle, without the slightest hint of disdain.

Qin Xuan recalled his mother's words and a strange feeling welled up inside him: "Didn't you say you were the son of a high-ranking official in the Ministry of Works?"

"I...I went out to play secretly without reporting it, so I pretended to be my uncle's son."

Qin Xuan smiled slightly, and Shen Zeyu's ears turned red instantly.

Qin Zhen asked in surprise, "Your Highness, your ears suddenly turned red. Are you shy?"

Yao Feiran silently gave Qin Zhen a light tap.

"I'll take my leave now."

Shen Zeyu strode away, as if someone was chasing him.

Wang Muyuan was going crazy with admiration from behind.

After walking for a while, Qin Zhen said, "Mother, could it be that the Third Prince likes my sister?"

"What nonsense are you talking about!"

"I read in a storybook that when you meet someone you like, your ears and face turn red most easily. Even the Third Prince didn't dare to look his sister in the eye, just like a shy little wife."

Where did you read the storybooks?

"They're all in Mother's study."

"Who let you into my study! You're too young to look here."

Qin Zhen pouted, "If Mother can watch, why can't I?"

"..."

At the birthday banquet, men and women sat separately. The woman was in the inner hall, while the Empress Dowager sat above her. The emperor entered the hall alone to toast the Empress Dowager before going to the front hall.

After a while, the concubines in the harem presented their gifts in turn. The gifts were all kinds of strange and wonderful, and most of them were handmade and had their own unique ideas. However, the Empress Dowager's expression did not change much, and it was impossible to tell what she liked. When it was Yao Feiran's turn, she presented a snow lotus, which was a gift that was sure to be a hit.

However, when the Empress Dowager saw Yao Feiran, her face immediately softened with kindness: "Madam Yao, I see that your two girls are growing more and more beautiful. One is lively and good, and the other is gentle and quiet. You will be blessed in the future."

Yao Feiran knew that the other party was only saying that because of Qin Fangtian.

"Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty. I only wish for their health and safety."

"I see that your two daughters have reached marriageable age. I wonder what kind of son-in-law you would like."

"Your Majesty, I am reluctant to part with my daughter and wish to keep them here a little longer," Yao Feiran said. "However, for me, their husbands' families don't need to be of high status. I only need them to have a clean household, be of similar age, and treat my daughter well."

The Empress's face darkened slightly. Li Chenxuan didn't meet any of the conditions. Could it be that Yao Feiran was saying this on purpose?

"That's true, a simple and peaceful life is a blessing."

The Empress Dowager smiled and nodded. After Yao Feiran took her leave, she returned to her seat.

The Empress Dowager, with her keen eyes, noticed the Empress's unpleasant expression and spoke in a voice known only to the two of them.

"Empress, the Emperor made you Empress because you were well-behaved. I know that Marquis Yun'an is your nephew, and you are worried about his marriage. But if you interfere too much, don't blame me for being impolite!"

The Empress Dowager trembled and quickly replied, "Yes, Mother."

Her face stiffened, and she forced herself to remain calm, lowering her eyes. A flash of ruthlessness crossed her eyes as she looked down.

Nothing unusual happened at the banquet, except that I happened to see Li Chenxuan leaving when I was leaving.

Qin Xuan avoided them like the plague, while Li Chenxuan looked devastated.

It seems that my deep affection has been betrayed.

A few days later, Wang Muyuan returned from her business trip.

"I suspect the bad rumors about you are coming from the capital."

"What rumor?"

"They said you eloped with someone before, and only settled for Qin Fangtian after your reputation was ruined."