Su Zihuai was startled to see the prince like this.
Having served the prince for many years, he had never seen him in such a state.
“Your Highness?”
He called out cautiously.
Chi Yanzhou took a deep breath and said through gritted teeth, “Zihuai, order someone to closely monitor the Crown Prince. Report any abnormalities immediately.”
Su Zihuai: “Yes.”
…
Liang Chuying woke up feeling utterly miserable.
This medicine has side effects!
Damn!
Thinking of Chi Yanzhou’s actions, she really wanted to curse!
Suddenly, a dart whizzed past her shoulder!
Fortunately, she dodged quickly!
Otherwise, her life would have been over.
Is Chi Yanzhou trying to assassinate her?
She pulled out the dart.
Huh, there was a note attached.
[Meet tonight at Xu hour in the small forest behind An Wangfu. Yours, An.]
An?
The Crown Prince?
Has the male lead appeared?
That scumbag!
It’s all because of him that she’s in such a miserable state!
Tonight, she must make him pay!
In her previous life, she was domineering and invincible—no one dared to bully her!
Chi Yan’an, he’s dead meat!!
At that moment, Liang Chuying’s two personal maidservants entered.
“Miss, sob, please don’t abandon us.”
“Miss, the Imperial Preceptor said that if you don’t want us, he will sell us to a brothel.”
The two maidservants knelt down as soon as they entered, hugging Liang Chuying’s left and right legs and weeping, making it impossible for her to move.
She took a closer look—weren’t these Fuxin and Mingchang?
Fuxin (Lucky Star), Mingchang (Long Life)—what clever pun names!
Although the original host was foolish, at least she was good at naming.
These two maidservants’ names sounded auspicious.
“You are my lucky star, and you give me a long life. How could I possibly abandon you?”
“Really?”
“Is what Miss says true?”
The two young maidservants looked at her excitedly.
This was the first time the young miss had ever praised them.
“Of course. Now let go quickly, or I really will sell you.”
Hearing this, they immediately released her.
“Lucky Star, go fetch water to help me wash my face. Long Life, massage my shoulders.”
The two maidservants were overjoyed and immediately did as told.
Liang Chuying was thoroughly enjoying herself.
Having someone to serve her was truly delightful.
In her previous life, she had focused solely on Cultivation and never enjoyed a moment of leisure.
Since fate had given her this opportunity, she might as well make the most of it.
“Princess Consort, someone from the palace has arrived. The prince requests your immediate presence in the main hall. Do not keep the guests waiting.”
Just as Liang Chuying was enjoying herself, Su Zirou’s voice interrupted her.
This woman, carrying a sword and looking fierce, didn’t match her name or image at all.
So unpleasant.
In her previous life, she was decisive in battle but never acted so pretentiously.
Thinking of her Capture mission, Liang Chuying reluctantly said, “I’ll be there right away.”
Fuxin whispered, “Miss, the Imperial Preceptor and Madam repeatedly reminded us that since you have married into An Wangfu, you should restrain yourself and avoid doing anything outrageous. Otherwise, if Prince An sends you back, they would be utterly humiliated.”
Liang Chuying said, “Haven’t I embarrassed them enough since I was little?”
Mingchang: “That’s quite true, but now that Miss is the esteemed Princess Consort An, you should change your temperament.”
Liang Chuying glanced at them both, her voice cold. “Do you two dare to lecture me?”
The two maidservants knelt in fear. “We wouldn’t dare.”
Tsk, with such timid hearts, they still dared to risk their lives as persuaders.
It seemed they were truly forced by circumstances, compelled to act.
“Alright, get up quickly. Come and support your young miss in making an appearance!”
Liang Chuying strode toward the main hall with Fuxin and Mingchang in tow, radiating an air of boldness and pride.
She noticed several people seated in the hall.
She didn’t recognize any of them.
[Dagua, quickly tell me who those people are.]
[Host, they are Chi Yanzhou’s elder brother, His Highness Prince Rui—Chi Yanbei; his younger sister, the Tenth Princess—Chi Yanning; and Nanzhi, the personal maid of Consort Shu, Chi Yanzhou’s birth mother.]
[Got it, Dagua. Now dig into this Nanzhi’s background. She’s just a maid, so how can she be seated in the place of honor?]
[Host, Aunt Nanzhi practically raised Chi Yanzhou and his siblings single-handedly, so all three hold her in high regard. However, she has been bribed by the Empress.]
…
Upon seeing Liang Chuying emerge, everyone turned their attention to her.
They were all deeply dissatisfied with this Miss Liang, whose reputation was in ruins.
Yet, given her powerful backing, they could only feel a sense of injustice on Chi Yanzhou’s behalf.
Chi Yanzhou, seated in the place of honor, glanced at her indifferently. “Since you’re here, offer tea to Aunt Nanzhi.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Su Zirou brought her a cup of tea.
“This is Aunt Nanzhi. She raised His Highness and his siblings single-handedly. With Consort Shu absent, she is considered an elder,” Su Zirou whispered as a reminder.
Liang Chuying held the teacup, her face filled with reluctance.
[What’s wrong with Chi Yanzhou? He actually wants me, a proper Princess Consort, to offer tea to a mere servant? What is he thinking? He’s already under the Emperor’s suspicion, and for such a major event like a wedding, his parents didn’t even show up—they sent a maid instead. Is she really worth this much respect?]
[Besides, this maid Nanzhi has been bribed by the Empress. Since childhood, she’s been teaching them to do bad things. It’s a miracle they didn’t turn out rotten.]
[These three Cannon Fodders foolishly treat her as their benefactor. It’s absolutely hilarious! That Chi Yanbei actually listened to her and wanted to marry a woman who was already pregnant with another man’s child! Oh my god, is his brain waterlogged? He’s oblivious to the green pasture growing on his head, raising someone else’s child, only to end up poisoned to death by the adulterous couple, his body left in pieces! Good heavens, what a tragic end!]
Chi Yanzhou’s fingers twitched slightly!
Chi Yanbei was furious!
How dare this vile woman curse him like that!
He would definitely ask his seventh brother to kill her!
Chi Yanning, on the other hand, stared at her seventh sister-in-law in shock. She hadn’t spoken, had she? So why could she hear her inner thoughts?
Could it be that she had gained some special ability?
Clatter!
Liang Chuying deliberately knocked over the teacup, unleashing the original host’s unhinged persona!
“Husband, do you really want me to offer tea to a servant? If my father finds out, this servant might not live to see tomorrow’s sun!”
Nanzhi had witnessed the methods of the Imperial Preceptor firsthand.
Hearing Liang Chuying’s words, she paled in terror!
She hurriedly stood up and bowed to Liang Chuying. “This servant, Nanzhi, greets Princess Consort An.”
Liang Chuying smiled. “Aunt Nanzhi, there’s no need for such formalities. You’ve received plenty of favors from Her Majesty the Empress in the palace, so bowing like this only makes things awkward.”
Nanzhi dared not take it lightly. “Thank you, Princess Consort An.”
[Hah, what an act! She’s probably cursing me to death in her heart right now. She’s just here on behalf of the Emperor and Empress to gather information and brainwash these three Cannon Fodders. Look at her, acting all important!]
[Honestly, this woman played no small part in the tragic fates of these three Cannon Fodders.]
[Tsk tsk, the deep palace is too terrifying. I’d better finish this conquest mission quickly and go home early!]
Nanzhi was genuinely afraid of this mad Miss Liang and wanted to find an excuse to slip away, but Liang Chuying said, “I’ve heard that Aunt Nanzhi’s tea-brewing skills are top-notch and greatly favored by the Empress. I wonder if you could personally brew a cup for me?”