After the favored concubine remarried, the aloof and powerful minister forcibly took her away.

Chapter 182 Can't Remember Him
When Lu Weimin returned that evening and Lu Jiang mentioned the matter, I was even more delighted.

Since Xiang Ning has changed how she addresses them, it means she has already accepted them.

This relieved Lu Weimin, who had always worried that she might not feel comfortable staying at the Lu family home.

“Now Father can rest assured. A-Ning is a good girl. She has been through so much, but she has not turned bad, which is enough to show her character.”

"Actually, it was a good thing that Pei Yanzhi gave her the Forget-Me-Not herb."

Lu Jiang sat down next to Lu Weimin, said this, and then reached for the teacup next to him and took a sip.

The forget-me-not can help Xiang Ning forget some things, and she hasn't mentioned Pei Yanzhi since she woke up.

He had tried to subtly inquire about it once before, but judging from Xiang Ning's reaction, it was as if she had completely forgotten.

Lu Jiang was more than happy that Xiang Ning didn't remember, and even less likely to mention Pei Yanzhi to her.

So it seems that Pei Yanzhi has completely disappeared from Xiang Ning's world.

"Every medicine has some side effects. Let's wait a while and have the doctor come and check on A-Ning's health again."

Lu Weimin said worriedly, and Lu Jiang nodded in agreement: "Father is absolutely right. A Ning has just returned and is already weak. She has also been poisoned by the Forget-Me-Not Grass. She really needs to take good care of herself."

“Our Lu family has no shortage of good medicinal herbs, we can have as many as you want, as long as it can help A-Ning recover.”

As the father and son were talking, a servant came to report that dinner had been prepared.

Lu Weimin then went to the dining room with Lu Jiang, intending to invite Xiang Ning to dine together.

When Xiang Ning arrived at the dining room and saw the table full of food, a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

During her stay at the Lu family home these past few days, Lu Weimin and Lu Jiang have shown her great care and concern, making her feel a long-lost warmth.

Lu Weimin smiled and greeted Xiang Ning: "A Ning, come and sit down, these are all your favorite dishes."

Upon hearing this, Xiang Ning obediently responded and sat down next to Lu Weimin.

During the meal, Lu Weimin kept putting food on Xiang Ning's plate, saying, "Eat more, you're so thin."

Xiang Ning's eyes were slightly red, and she said softly, "Uncle, you should eat too. Don't just keep putting food on my plate."

The three of them enjoyed a warm and harmonious meal. After the meal, Xiang Ning stood up, wanting to help tidy up, but Lu Jiang quickly stopped her, saying, "Little sister, let the servants do these things. You've just recovered from your illness, go and rest."

Seeing Xiang Ning's skillful movements, Lu Jiangjian felt even more distressed, wondering how she had managed to get by in the Pei family.

Xiang Ning couldn't refuse, so she had to give up.

Back in her room, Xiang Ning sat by the window, gazing at the moonlight outside, lost in thought.

The events of the past few days flashed through her mind like a revolving lantern. Although she had lost some of her memories, she had truly felt the warmth of family affection during her time at the Lu family home.

She didn't know what she had gone through in the past, but she knew that at this moment, she had a new family and a new source of support.

Suddenly, a faint sound came from outside the window.

Xiang Ning turned her head alertly, but only saw the shadows of the trees swaying in the moonlight and did not notice anything unusual.

Thinking she had misheard, she turned her gaze back to the night sky.

However, just as she turned to rest, the window was suddenly pushed open by a force, and a man in black flashed in like a ghost.

Before Xiang Ning could even cry out in surprise, the man in black quickly covered her mouth and restrained her.

The man in black lowered his voice and threatened, "Don't make a sound if you don't want to die!"

Xiang Ning stared wide-eyed in horror, her heart filled with fear.

She struggled desperately, but found that the man in black was extremely strong and she could not break free at all.

Seeing her struggle, the man in black tightened his grip and said viciously, "Move again, and I'll kill you right now!"

Xiang Ning was forced to stop struggling, and kept thinking of a way to escape.

Just then, she suddenly heard Lu Jiang's voice from outside the door: "Little sister, are you asleep? I brought you some calming medicine." Upon hearing the voice, the man in black tensed up, pressing the dagger against Xiang Ning's neck to signal her to be quiet.

Xiang Ning's heart skipped a beat; she knew this was her only chance to call for help.

In the moment the man in black was distracted, she used all her strength to stomp hard on his foot.

The man in black winced in pain and instinctively released his hand from Xiang Ning's mouth.

Xiang Ning seized the opportunity to shout for help: "Big brother, save me!"

Upon hearing the cries for help, Lu Jiang's expression changed drastically, and he kicked open the door.

Seeing that things were not going well, the man in black pushed Xiang Ning toward Lu Jiang and then turned and escaped through the window.

Lu Jiang, disregarding the pursuit of the man in black, quickly helped Xiang Ning up and anxiously asked, "Little sister, are you alright? Are you hurt?"

Xiang Ning, still shaken, shook her head: "I'm fine. A man in black just suddenly broke in."

Lu Jiang frowned, a hint of anger flashing in his eyes.

"How dare they make a move at the Lu family's house! They're incredibly arrogant! Little sister, don't worry, I will definitely find out who did it and make sure you're never hurt again."

At this moment, Lu Weimin also rushed over. Seeing that Xiang Ning was safe and sound, he finally felt relieved.

Lu Weimin said with a serious expression, "It seems that someone doesn't want A Ning to stay peacefully in the Lu family. Jiang'er, strengthen the security of the Lu residence. We must not let this happen again."

Upon hearing this, Lu Jiang nodded and replied, "Father, don't worry, I'll make the arrangements right away."

Xiang Ning felt both touched and guilty as she looked at Lu Weimin and Lu Jiang's worried expressions.

She felt that her arrival had brought trouble to the Lu family.

Lu Weimin seemed to see through her thoughts and comforted her, "A Ning, don't overthink it. You are a member of the Lu family, and protecting you is our responsibility. No matter who it is, if they want to hurt you, they will have to ask the Lu family for permission first."

"Uncle, elder brother, thank you."

Xiang Ning's eyes reddened, and she was also puzzled. Who exactly wanted to harm her?

Seeing her frown, Lu Jiang quickly had Chunxi support her: "A Ning, go and rest first, don't worry."

He was afraid she would be reminded of Pei Yanzhi.

However, Pei Yanzhi should not yet know that Xiang Ning is in Ling'an.

Lu Jiang left someone in the capital, and I heard that he is very busy now and has no time to look for Xiang Ning.

At this moment, in the Dali Temple, Cheng Hua saw Pei Yanzhi's sleepless and tireless appearance and went forward to persuade him.

"Sir, it's been several days already, you should take a rest."

"No problem."

Pei Yanzhi raised his hand and rubbed his head, revealing a pair of bloodshot eyes.

He had been at the Dali Temple for several days, investigating the remaining illicit silver.

Only after the matter is resolved can he personally go to Ling Anxunlu's family to demand the release of the person.

Pei Yanzhi was naturally anxious, but he also knew that Xiang Ning was safe at the Lu family's house.

“But if you keep pushing yourself like this, your health will break down.”

"The old lady just sent someone over, she..."

Cheng Hua hesitated, but Pei Yanzhi stopped him, saying, "There's no need to tell me these things."

He didn't want to hear anything about the Pei family anymore.

Their self-righteous and arbitrary actions have worn away even the last bit of affection he had left.

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