Chapter 195: Chapter 195

Mrs. Pei felt as if she were struck by lightning; she swallowed nervously and dared not struggle, fearing that something might be exposed and she would be humiliated on the spot.

Pei Yunzhi was consumed with jealousy, clenched her fists, and glared venomously at Yu Nianzhao. She simply couldn’t understand why so many people were still standing by her, loving her, protecting her, even after she had left the Pei Family!

All of this should have belonged to her!

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Jealousy crept into her heart; when she thought about her broken engagement, Pei Yunzhi blamed it all on Yu Nianzhao. She took a deep breath, showed what she thought was her most beautiful side profile, and called out softly.

"Where did this wild duck call come from? Even filthy things dare to come at will in front of Prince Su Mansion?"

Xie Jiuxiao didn’t even give her a glance, coldly ordering, "Throw them all back to the Pei Mansion!"

The Dragon Shadow Guards ignored their screams like pigs being slaughtered and bundled them all up, taking them away.

"Prince, you have truly shown me what it means to be swift and decisive!"

Dongfang Chenyue clapped with delight, "Hmph, such people should be swept away like trash. When they’re not needed, they’re afraid others will miss their Pei Family. Now that they’re needed, they come rushing to recognize kin; truly shameless, but I’ve never seen anyone so brazenly shameless."

"Exactly, in the future, just drive them away when you see them." Zhixi was very disdainful of the people from the Pei Family.

"There should be a sign: No dogs or Pei Family members allowed." Yiu Renjian scratched his head, "No, dogs are actually cuter than them."

"Liuzhu, follow them and show them something."

Yu Nianzhao glanced at Liuzhu by her side and casually instructed.

Are you kidding? Pointing at her nose and scolding her, do they really think she would remain unmoved?

Let them taste what it’s like to be haunted by ghosts at midnight.

Liuzhu obediently bowed, "Yes, Miss."

The ghost chased after them, and at the end of the street, a red lantern flickered past.

"By the way, Zhaozhao, did you see something in Mrs. Pei’s features just now? I took a glance at her fate; it’s as solid as a rock."

Dongfang Chenyue leaned in, whispering to her.

"It’s nothing, anyway, it’s obvious she’s not a good person!"

Yu Nianzhao responded nonchalantly. Seeing her reluctance to elaborate, Dongfang Chenyue shut her mouth and asked no more.

A chilling evil qi approached, and Dongfang Chenyue looked up to see Xie Jiuxiao walking over. Though the weather was warming, she was so chilled she hurried to distance herself from him.

She couldn’t help but shake her head with a sigh, realizing that such a cold man was indeed not someone she should desire.

"Zhaozhao, if the people from the Pei Family come to bother you again, directly have them kicked out!"

Xie Jiuxiao furrowed his brows and lowered his voice as he spoke.

"It’s okay, earlier I just didn’t get the chance to act; if I really did, she probably wouldn’t dare to be insolent in front of me anymore."

Yu Nianzhao opened her hands, feeling regretful that she hadn’t had Mrs. Pei try her True Words Talisman, Confession Talisman, and various other talismans. "If she comes in front of me again next time, I’ll tear off her last layer of shame."

"That’s for the best."

Ignoring everyone else, Xie Jiuxiao took her hand and leisurely led her back to the mansion, saying casually, "Liu Han’s cause of death is suspicious, and because of it, the Stargazing Tower’s construction is stalled. My royal brother is furious and has punished the main officials responsible for this project, including Pei Yuanzheng, who has been imprisoned."

"Wasn’t it said that Duke Luu was the chief person in charge?"

"He’s already been placed under house arrest for half a year, and instead, his suspicion has been cleared." Xie Jiuxiao curved his lips in a cold smirk, "Liu Han’s body has yet to be buried, but Liu Fu has come to pledge allegiance, reportedly thanks to your efforts."

Yu Nianzhao blinked her beautiful eyes innocently, "Liu Han’s soul is currently being nurtured in my King Yan Temple. Although his soul is damaged and missing some memories, his death is inseparable from the Chu Family, and the Liu Family is not foolish. Their pledge of allegiance is calculated, so you should handle the political affairs yourself."

Xie Jiuxiao’s lips couldn’t suppress the smile, "Zhaozhao is indeed a capable helper at home!"

Capable helper at home?

Seeing his smug and pleased expression, Yu Nianzhao did not reveal his ploy.

"Now, my royal brother is in a fit of rage. Although Pei Yuanzheng is imprisoned, he will be released soon because today there is a joyful event in the palace that somewhat alleviates the recent gloom."

Xie Jiuxiao said lazily, "The Pei Family is just too hasty, fearing that the meritorious Marquess Mansion might be ruined."

"It’s the joyful news that the Empress is pregnant, isn’t it?"

Yu Nianzhao immediately guessed correctly. She had reminded the Empress at that time, and the Empress treasured this child so much that she waited until the months stabilized before revealing the pregnancy news.

"You certainly know!"

Xie Jiuxiao was not surprised, "This is my royal brother’s legitimate eldest son, the future Crown Prince of the Great Chao Country, of significant importance."

"Yes, so protecting him is also crucial." Yu Nianzhao spoke with profound meaning.

Xie Jiuxiao’s deep eyes flickered, "Zhaozhao means..."

Yu Nianzhao candidly said, "Isn’t the reason the Empress hasn’t been pregnant all these years already known? Now that the news has spread, they’ll definitely make covert moves again."

"Then let them come but never return!"

Xie Jiuxiao lowered his voice, speaking harshly, "Even if it cannot uproot the faction connected to the Empress Dowager immediately, it must severely injure them."

"Yes, yes, you can do it!"

Yu Nianzhao said lazily, "I’m tired and hungry; driving away the evil for the Chen Family today consumed a lot of spiritual power, so I need a good replenishment."

"The Chen Family? Did Zhaozhao go to Mr Chen today? What happened to the Chen Family?"

"Just a small matter..."

Their figures gradually faded away.

A few days later, the news of the Empress’s pregnancy spread, and Emperor Anqing was overjoyed – celebrations echoed everywhere!

The murder case at the Stargazing Tower hadn’t been resolved yet and was temporarily set aside. Meanwhile, Nanwang Country sent an envoy with gifts to congratulate and strengthen friendly relations.

Shangjing, which had been quiet for so long, became unprecedentedly lively.

Despite the past conflicts between the two countries, with a new monarch on the throne, both sides have made concessions for peace. Nanwang Country even ceded two cities, making it the weaker party.

On the bustling streets, Nanwang Country’s envoy led wagon after wagon of gifts toward the imperial city, welcomed by residents of Shangjing lined along the road.

"I heard the envoy this time is Nanwang Country’s sixth prince, exceedingly handsome, and is also here to pursue a potential marriage alliance."

"The matter of marriage alliance was proposed long ago, but there’s yet been no suitable candidate. After all, the princesses are still young, and the eldest princess is already married."

"After years of conflict, it’s a good choice to cement relations through a marriage alliance."

"Tsk, it might not be this sixth prince for the alliance. I’ve heard that during the past palace turmoil, he was lost among the common people and was only retrieved a few years ago. Who knows what his situation is now."