She accidentally flirted with the villain and was fiercely criticized as the regent for forcibly mar

The merchant returning from the capital looked around and lowered his voice even further: "That official escorting the grain supplies was sent by the Cui family. He deliberately walked slowly, hoping to wait for the Regent and the Princess to leave so he could embezzle the court's disaster relief funds!"

"I set off seven days later than the escort team, but I took my time and caught up with them!"

"And another thing! That man surnamed Cui, along with the Empress Dowager, used dishonorable means to seize the prince's throne!"

The people hated the Cui family and the Empress Dowager to the core!

"What?!"

"How could those people be so vicious! They're trying to drive us ordinary people to our deaths!"

"How wicked! They stole the prince's throne and now they're robbing us of our food and seeds! They're shameless! People like that will get their comeuppance sooner or later!"

After all the provisions and supplies have arrived.

Jiang Ruining and his entourage set off for Beijing.

On the way back to Beijing, we stopped and started frequently.

This stop is in a small town in Suzhou.

The scenery was beautiful, and the pace of life was slow.

The air was filled with the scent of desserts.

"Let's go eat something delicious first!" Jiang Ruining was craving something; even if she were to die, she didn't want to die with only regrets. "I'm going to eat all the delicious food in Jiangnan before I go back!"

Xiao Che responded to every request.

Jiang Ruining, however, was a little worried: "But can you stay away from Beijing for that long?"

He had gone to great lengths to plan this far, so he couldn't afford any mistakes.

Xiao Che squeezed her hand to reassure her: "If we don't give them a chance, wouldn't the trap have been set for nothing?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ruining felt relieved.

While they were settling into the inn, Yunmi printed out lists of good restaurants everywhere.

I chose the one with the most recommendations.

I was just about to leave.

An urgent message arrived by carrier pigeon, and Xiao Che went to handle it: "Wait for me for a while, half an hour. If I haven't arrived by then, you go ahead and take more people with you."

Jiang Ruining nodded: "I understand."

When Xiao Che finished dealing with the matter and went to find her, he saw her sitting in the usual cool moonlight, playing the konghou.

It was a melody he had never heard before, spacious and grand, yet filled with regret, like a dream that ultimately returned to nothingness.

He had no idea that she could play the konghou (a type of Chinese harp).

To this day, it remains unknown what she is afraid of.

"What are you regretting? Why are you regretting it?"

Jiang Ruining was lost in thought and didn't hear or notice his approach.

I didn't come to my senses until the back of my hand grasped it.

She doesn't feel regret, she's afraid of having regrets.

Although they didn't know how far they could go after being together, they were reluctant to part before their feelings ran out.

She's gone; there will be no sadness, no regrets.

But what about him?

Will I be sad?

Or perhaps it will soon be over, just like a dream?

"I don't know, maybe I've suddenly gained too much and am feeling a bit anxious about losing it!"

Xiao Che lifted her chin, making her look directly into his eyes: "If there's a problem, don't bear it alone. We'll be husband and wife soon, and we'll support each other for the rest of our lives."

Jiang Ruining looked into his deep, gentle eyes and smiled slowly, "I know!"

But no one can help her!

During my time in Suzhou.

Jiang Ruining immersed herself in the fun, trying not to think about anything that scared her.

Until the night I left.

The original owner entered her dream.

Jiang Ruining knew she was dreaming and thought it was just a reflection of her thoughts during the day.

The original owner spoke up: "Jiang Ruining, thank you for fulfilling my wish."

Jiang Ruining was stunned: "You've been here the whole time?"

The original owner nodded, glancing at her hands: "I've been asleep, asleep within your consciousness. I occasionally wake up. Last time, my body was semi-transparent, probably because you didn't complete the mission on time. But this time, as you can see, my body is almost tangible!"

"And, someone whispered in my ear that I could go reincarnate. It must be the eyes watching all this from behind, thinking I've passed the test!"

Jiang Ruining was surprised: "But I didn't fulfill your wish very well."

The original owner didn't think so: "I think it's great! Although she... doesn't regret hurting me, she does regret it! And I believe in you, you'll be able to achieve 'fame throughout the world' even better sooner or later."

Jiang Ruining sensed that deep down, she still had expectations for Madam Jiang.

Therefore, the completion rate of her first wish can only be considered as passing. According to the logic of the novels she had read, it triggered the punishment mechanism, causing her to be injured and poisoned. The poison still remains in her body to this day. The completion rate of her third wish is also not high!

If there's a system behind this, it must be a despicable, inhuman system that deserves to be struck by lightning!

"I will continue to work hard, for you and for myself, to fulfill this wish! Jiang Ruining, I wish you a happy and fulfilling family life, where your family loves and cherishes you, and you are also capable of loving someone!"

The original owner looked at her, as if trying to see through her to another world she had given up on, and then slowly smiled: "I also wish that all your wishes come true!"

Xiao Che suddenly opened his eyes in the darkness.

Because he could feel the person in his arms tense up, afraid, and nervous.

As he prepared to wake her, her tension eased.

He ignored her and quietly observed her expression.

A moment later, her expression completely relaxed, and the corners of her mouth curved into a smile.

The next day, she looked as relaxed as a bird released from its cage.

He knew that her worries and fears were over!

So, does the threat to her come from her dreams?

This is something he can't understand.

But now that the crisis has passed, why should he ask any more questions?

Everyone has their own secrets, right?

"Jiang Ruining".

Jiang Ruining stopped, turned around to look at him, her eyes bright: "What's wrong?"

Xiao Che walked towards her, took her hand, and gently kissed it: "After we go back, are you willing to get married?"

Jiang Ruining blinked and said, "I want a huge dowry, and all your private treasury!"

Xiao Che had long seen through that this guy was a money-grubber.

But she was willing to agree; what did it matter if the whole country were given to her?

"Okay, you can have them all!"

Extra.

He hasn't returned to Beijing yet.

The Ministry of Rites has already selected several auspicious wedding dates based on the couple's birth dates and times, and sent them over by express courier.

August eighth.

September 26th.

October 6th.

Jiang Ruining looked at the dates on the paper, somewhat speechless: "Why are the dates all so close together?"

The sixth day of the eighth lunar month is simply outrageous.

They are expected to arrive in Beijing on the first day of August!

They haven't even caught their breath yet, and they're already getting married?

People probably thought she was desperate to get married!

He's just trying to eat something!

Xiao Che coaxed patiently, "Everything is ready. You can provide anyone!"

Jiang Ruining wasn't a fool: "Which days did you hide it from?"

Xiao Che: "..."

Jiang Ruining chuckled: "Let's talk about it next year!"

The last auspicious day before the new year was immediately uttered from the Regent's indifferent thin lips: "December 2nd."

Jiang Ruining is absolutely amazing!

"That's it?"

Xiao Che coughed lightly: "I'll have the Ministry of Rites choose this year's candidates."

Jiang Ruining has been in this world for two years and has never seen a man so eager to get married!

"With things as they are, it doesn't really matter whether we get married or not, right? I'm not in a hurry, so why are you?"

Xiao Che said seriously, "Anyone who's not in a hurry is just being a scoundrel!"

Jiang Ruining was criticized: "..."

Xiao Che knew very well how much his good looks enhanced his still immature skills in acting cute!

His brows furrowed slightly, and his pale eyes, devoid of any imposing manner, gazed at her expectantly, his voice tinged with a hint of pleading: "We'll get married on the second day of the twelfth lunar month, so we can spend the New Year together this year. How about that day?"

Jiang Ruining felt like she was being watched by a slender and intelligent Border Collie. If she didn't agree to play with it, it would take the opportunity to tear the house apart while she turned her back!

With a helpless sigh, he said, "Fine! It'll be the second day of the twelfth lunar month."

The weather was nice the day I arrived in Beijing, but it was a bit hot; it was already summer.

Xiao Che really wanted to take her straight back to the Prince's residence, but for the sake of her reputation, he restrained himself: "Back to the Jiang residence, or to your Princess's residence?"

The imperial edict conferring the title of Princess upon Jiang Ruining was delivered by Xiao Che.

At the same time, there was also an imperial edict conferring upon Chu Jin the title of County Lady.

Of course, it was also obtained by the regent from the young emperor.

Zheng Lingyi was already a princess, so she was not given a title, but she received more rewards.

When I read books before, I watched the heroine rise step by step to higher positions. Now it's her turn, and I'm indeed quite happy. But that's all there is to it. Compared to everything she's sacrificed and the storms she's weathered, a title is nothing at all.

Jiang Ruining replied without hesitation, "Let's go back to the Jiang residence!"

It's not that I really want to go back.

Instead, she wanted a new mansion, and she was really afraid of developing health problems living there!

In this day and age, there must be formaldehyde, right?

Moreover, who knows if the Empress Dowager's faction has secretly hidden some "little surprises" somewhere!

Xiao Che was a little unhappy: "Didn't you ever think about coming back with me?"