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A blue-curtained carriage drove along the bustling Zhuque Avenue towards the palace.

The two rode together, and Lu Linbai was still in a daze, as if he hadn't woken up from a dream.

Xuan Niang actually took the initiative to say she wanted to go to the palace to meet the Emperor and discuss their marriage?!

Although he secretly wished he could marry her in a grand ceremony, Lu Linbai couldn't help but confirm once again, "Xuan Niang, are you really sure...? If it's just about seeing the Empress, I can find another way. You don't have to compromise yourself..."

As soon as he said it, Lu Linbai wanted to slap himself twice.

Ask him, is he a very reserved person?

He kept his virginity for his wife. What if he asked too many questions and Xuan Niang hesitated to marry him?

Dead mouth, lousy mouth!

Compared to Lu Linbai's barely suppressed excitement, Ning Nishang seemed much calmer, even somewhat distracted.

Hearing his words, she smiled faintly, "Lin Bai, don't worry, I won't casually trade my marriage for anything. This is a decision I've thought through carefully."

Actually, I like you too.

After spending these days together, Ning Nishang could naturally see that Lu Linbai was sincere towards her.

Various valuable items were delivered in a continuous stream, and even things she had casually mentioned were forgotten by him.

Many things are easy to achieve with money, but it is the will that makes them precious.

The key is that he has a great family atmosphere; the Dowager is kind and straightforward, and his sister is also lively and likable.

If they get married, there won't be any conflicts between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law or sisters-in-law, and the local customs and culture of Chaizhou are also good. It would truly be a marriage that's hard to find even with a lantern.

Ning Nishang knew in her heart that it was all thanks to Tangtang's hard work in planning for her; otherwise, how could she have gotten such a good family?

But Ning Nishang wasn't necessarily in a rush to get married. Feelings need time to develop. She was only hastily entering the palace under the pretext of asking for a marriage decree because she had no other choice.

If it weren't for this, she would never have seen Tangtang.

Earlier, my fourth cousin returned from the academy in a panic, saying that His Majesty had transferred Chi Zheng back to the palace from his side.

At first, no one paid much attention, but later they realized something was wrong. They recalled that Commander Li of the Scorpion Guard had previously imposed martial law on the entire capital, saying he was going to arrest serious criminals of the court.

What serious criminal of the imperial court would warrant sealing off the entire capital of Shengjing for a whole day and night?

Not even a mouse is allowed to enter or leave.

Could it be... that something happened to Tangtang?

Especially when they vaguely heard that a lady had gone missing in Xuan Yi Fang, the Qi family was completely panicked.

After all, Qi Yitang left the palace that day, so the timing matches up. Xuan Yi Fang was also on the way back to the palace, so it's possible that something happened on the way back.

The Qi family inquired from all sides, but found nothing.

Ning Nishang wanted to visit the palace several times, but she was only the Empress's cousin and did not have the freedom to enter and leave the palace.

Later, he submitted several petitions in his aunt's name, but they were all rejected.

Ning Nishang felt something was even more wrong. Tangtang no longer disliked her, so why wouldn't she even accept the noodles she offered?

For a full two weeks, there was not a single word.

Later, a half-dead man was thrown at the gate of the Grand Tutor's mansion. People from the palace said he was Ning Nishang's younger brother.

Ning Nishang recognized him as Zhao Yan, a guard of Prince Gong.

The birthmark on her back confirmed that he was her long-lost younger brother.

She had met Zhao Yan once or twice, and only vaguely felt that he was somewhat familiar, but not much. After all, Ning Zheng was still young when the accident happened, and his appearance had changed a lot since then, making it difficult to recognize him at first glance.

Only now do they realize that the younger brother she has been searching for is right under their noses.

Zhao Yan is still alive, but he is half-dead. His broken arm cannot be reattached, and he has spent another time in prison.

Although those severe punishments were not used, Xie Ling had him starved every day, and poured ice water on him in the dead of winter, causing him to have recurring high fevers. He was neither alive nor dead, and was tortured for more than half a month.

In the first two days after Qi Yitang returned, Xie Ling's mind was filled with images of her being locked in a dilapidated temple, huddled in a corner eating cold steamed buns, and almost being humiliated.

If it weren't for that family relationship, he would have been sent down to keep Xie Jingyu company long ago; there would be no reason for him to be so gentle.

While finding her younger brother brought her joy, Ning Nishang felt even more anxious.

Why is Your Majesty treating Ah Zheng like this? What exactly happened to Tangtang?

Is it because of Prince Gong's death that Ah Zheng misunderstood Tang Tang and sought revenge on her?

Although the palace later sent a message saying, "Your Majesty is well, there is no need to worry," how could she be at ease without even knowing the specific details?

As the year drew to a close, Ning Nishang could no longer sit still and approached Lu Linbai, using their matter as a pretext to enter the palace and meet the emperor.

Only in this way could she have a chance to see Tangtang.

……

Qi Yitang specially changed into a bright outfit and took a bath with fragrance.

How can we welcome the God of Wealth without being solemn?

Li Degui arranged for the two to wait in the West Warm Pavilion of the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

The Emperor and Empress walked side by side under the corridor. Looking at Xie Ling's face, which still carried a hint of gloom, Qi Yitang tugged at his sleeve and whispered a word of advice.

"We can argue all we want, but be nicer later, you hear me?"

Xie Ling: "..." Why is he being so nice to Lu Linbai?

[Is this female supporting character being ridiculous? Is it really worth it for a little money? What about her dignity? What about her bottom line? What about her WeChat account? Please, give me a share too, I beg you.]

Small change, it doesn't stink.

[Actually, I completely understand. Who wouldn't welcome someone as naive and rich as Little Fatty... no, the male lead (yes, in my opinion, Little Fatty has already been promoted to the male lead)?]

[You dare call me stupid? Who gave you permission to say that my father is stupid? Drag him away and sell him off immediately!]

Although she was very unwilling, Xie Ling managed to suppress her gloomy expression and looked a little more normal.

When the two stepped into the West Warm Pavilion, Lu Linbai and Ning Nishang were already waiting.

"This humble woman greets Your Majesty and Your Majesty the Empress."

While waiting, Ning Nishang was filled with anxiety. What if only His Majesty came and wouldn't let her see Tangtang?

When she saw the Emperor and Empress appear together, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Why are you being so polite, cousin? We're all family. Uncle, please sit down too," Qi Yitang greeted with a smile.

Ning Nishang's gaze lingered on Qi Yitang's face for a moment, and the faint unease between her brows and eyes finally dissipated somewhat.

Thank goodness.

She's not missing any limbs, nor has she lost any noticeable weight... Aside from slightly red eyes and dark circles under her eyes, perhaps because she didn't sleep well last night, she looks no different from before.

Her cheeks were rosy, and she even looked a little plumper than before; she was still the same lively and energetic Tangtang.

In short, the situation was completely different from what Ning Nishang had imagined: "seriously injured and bedridden."

Are they just worrying unnecessarily and overthinking things?