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Chapter 13 Princess, what are you doing here?

Throughout the entire ordeal, Fang Chengxu never mentioned Tong Zhao'er's matter in public.

Upon seeing Zhao Ma, fearing she might make matters worse and say something inappropriate, he immediately scolded her, "Can't you see there are so many guests? We can talk about it later!"

Zhao Ma was clearly flustered and her face turned pale with anxiety. She disregarded all decorum and whispered something in Fang Chengxu's ear.

Fang Chengxu was immediately shocked: "What? Wasn't everything fine just now?"

No one knew what had happened, except for Lu Xingzhan, who pricked up his ears and stared wide-eyed:
"What? Miss Sun in your household is ill? Is it serious? Quickly, fetch a doctor! What are you all standing around for?"

Fang Chengxu was so concerned that he didn't think too deeply about how Zhao Ma could hear him when she was speaking so softly and Lu Xingzhan was so far away.

He repeatedly ordered, "Yes, yes! Please fetch the doctor, hurry out of the mansion and fetch the doctor."

Lu Xingzhan then belatedly exclaimed, "Wait a minute, didn't Young Master Fang just say that he hadn't consummated his marriage with your wife? Where did this Miss Sun come from? Did I misunderstand?"

Liang Jiang almost burst out laughing.

Lu Xingzhan has come to back me up today, so how could I let this go so easily?

It seems they'd dug a pit for Fang Chengxu.

Liang Jiang did have some reservations about Tong Zhao'er's matter and did not want to cause any trouble on such an occasion, forcing the Fang family into a corner and making it impossible for them to divorce easily.

The truth will eventually come out; it was only a matter of time before it was exposed.

Lu Xingzhan is a guy whose actions are always a mix of good and evil. If something suddenly happens to this kid, could it be that he did something behind the scenes?

He could bring himself to do it.

Not only did he think that way, Gu Xizhi also frowned and gave Lu Xingzhan a cold look, seemingly suspicious.

Fang Chengxu stammered, unsure how to defend himself.

Lu Xingzhan glanced at Liang Jiang with pity, then sighed softly, "Alas, poor Madam Fang. She's been forced into this situation, and still..."

Everyone immediately understood.

"No wonder, Madam Fang is virtuous and good at managing the household, yet the Fang family is so eager to divorce her. It turns out that Fang Chengxu has a new lover and they already have a child."

"Fang Chengxu had been away from the capital for more than half a year. He was pregnant with the child before he left the capital. It seems that he had just passed the military examination and was ranked third in the imperial examination. He was riding high at that time."

"Madam Fang is so magnanimous. She didn't mention the matter at all just now, leaving Fang Chengxu with some dignity. She is truly a rare and virtuous woman."

……

Fang Chengxu was both embarrassed and ashamed, wishing he could dig a hole in the ground and disappear into it.

Gu Xizhi stood up first and said calmly, "Vice General He, it's getting late, shall we take our leave?"

The others also tactfully stood up: "Then we'll take our leave too."

Fang Chengxu was more than happy to oblige, and offered only a dry, polite reply: "I apologize for the poor hospitality."

Lu Xingzhan immediately added, being cheeky, "The hospitality was excellent, and the show was spectacular, even more exciting than a shadow puppet show."

Liang Jiang's shoulders trembled as she tried hard to suppress her laughter: "Miss Sun's health is important. Young Master Fang, please go ahead with your work. I'll see the distinguished guests off for you and express my gratitude."

Lu Xingzhan chimed in, "Yes, Young Master Fang, there's no need for you to see me off, so as not to make things awkward for everyone. I'd also like to get closer to your lady and ask her to act as a matchmaker for me, so that I can also find a wife as exceptional as she is."

He originally only meant to spite Fang Chengxu, but unexpectedly, his words backfired and angered him instead.

The wealthy and powerful city lord of Fucheng is still unmarried! This is a golden opportunity! Every family has relatives and friends, nieces and cousins. Although this city lord seems carefree and unreliable, he always gets things done reliably.

I could tell from the moment I arrived today that Fang Chengxu was dishonest, always favoring Madam Fang. You have a keen eye!

As soon as they stepped out of the banquet hall, Lu Xingzhan was surrounded by a throng of people, all chattering enthusiastically.

Lu Xingzhan had no time to reminisce with Liang Jiang.
Fang Chengxu and his mother were too ashamed to see their guest off, so they stayed behind looking dejected and furious, their faces turning ashen with rage. Their eyes were practically filled with murderous intent towards Liang Jiang.

Liang Jiang gracefully saw the local gentry off, thanking them for speaking up for justice today.

Before mounting his horse, Lu Xingzhan finally had a chance to say goodbye to Liang Jiang. He leaned close to her and whispered, "Wait for me tonight, I'll come find you."

His voice was barely audible, barely audible. Liang Jiang glared at him fiercely, and he immediately mounted his horse with a smug grin, flicked his bangs at Liang Jiang with what he thought was a dashing gesture, and galloped away with a flick of the reins.

Liang Jiang smiled helplessly, which only made Gu Xizhi look more contemptuous.

He had excellent hearing and heard Lu Xingzhan's ambiguous words clearly.

The Fang couple are like two flowers blooming, just like a crow landing on a pig's rump—they're evenly matched.

Seeing that Vice General He was dawdling, seemingly deliberately lagging behind, and recalling his earlier lapse in composure, he must have something to say to Liang Jiang, so he said coldly, "I'll wait for you up ahead."

After saying that, he strode away.

After seeing off the local gentry, Liang Jiang turned to see Deputy General He, and couldn't help but show her true feelings, her voice choked with emotion.

"Uncle He, let's talk in private for a moment."

The moment he heard the word "Uncle He," Deputy General He's eyes welled up with tears.

The two went to a secluded spot, and Vice General He was about to kneel down to pay his respects when Liang Jiang helped him up.

Her hands were slender and delicate, but as she casually held Vice General He's wrist, he felt as if a powerful force was lifting him up, preventing him from getting down.

Vice General He was very pleased. Indeed, like father, like son, and like daughter, like son. His family's Duke had a worthy successor.

Liang Jiang said in a deep voice, "There are many people around, Uncle He, there's no need to stand on ceremony."

Lieutenant General He rose, his eyes glistening with tears: "Princess, what are you doing here? This humble general thought you and the madam had already..."

Liang Jiang gently bit her lower lip: "When I learned of my father's death in battle, I returned to the capital from Yuhua Mountain."

My mother was so worried that she almost went blind. Coupled with the rampant rumors and the looming threat of assassins, she didn't want to stay in the Duke's mansion. So I went with her back to my father's hometown, redeemed our ancestral property, and went into hiding under assumed names.

"But I have heard that you and your wife were being hunted down by enemies from Xiliang and have met with misfortune."

"At the time, my mother was in poor health and needed my constant care, so I wasn't quite sure what was going on. It must have been a misunderstanding."

"It's truly a blessing from heaven! How is Madam now?"

Liang Jiang smiled wryly: "My mother's eye disease is gradually recovering. She grows some medicinal herbs at home and lives a relatively peaceful life. But today, I'm afraid I've caused her any worry."

“The Fang family is truly despicable. They are blind to the value of a precious gem. By marrying her off to them, the princess has already suffered the most.”

Liang Jiang shrugged: "I've always wanted to go to Xiliang to investigate the truth behind my father's death after my mother recovers from her illness. My mother doesn't want me to put myself in danger, so she hopes I can get married and have children as soon as possible so that I can settle down."

When the old matter was brought up again, Deputy General He had a look of restraint on his face: "I have been guarding the border of Xiliang for many years, hoping to have the opportunity to confront that Xiliang general Huyan face to face and find out the truth about the Duke's collusion with the enemy."

(End of this chapter)