After the divorce, I was adorned in a phoenix robe, while my ex-husband's entire family dug up

Red silk stretched from the vermilion gates of the Prince's Mansion all the way to the end of the street, and red lanterns hanging on both sides illuminated the world in a crimson glow. Even the copper bells on the eaves were enveloped in a festive warmth, ringing softly in the wind.

Wei Zhaoning and Pei Yi's wedding did not follow the normal rites. There were no traditional wedding ceremonies such as welcoming the bride and bidding farewell to the parents. They only held a banquet, which was Wei Zhaoning's idea.

Pei Yi respected her decision, so he let it go.

Red silk wrapped around Wei Zhaoning's slender waist, and her bright red wedding dress spread out intricate shimmering light.

The embroidered robe was covered with intertwined branches and phoenixes in gold thread, the stitches were so fine and dense that every line shimmered with a lustrous sheen under the glow of the red candlelight.

"Your Highness, this wedding dress is worthy of you," Dongxu exclaimed.

Wei Zhaoning knew what she was thinking. It was nothing more than the fact that when she married Lu Zhufeng, her wedding dress was a sample that had been bought on the spot.

At the time, she said she wanted to make it herself, but Lu Zhufeng insisted on not letting her, saying it was too tiring and that he had already found an embroiderer to make her wedding dress.

Who knew that on the day of the wedding, Lu Zhufeng hurriedly said that there was a problem with the wedding dress and it could not be completed on time, so he hurriedly took her to the shop to buy a sample dress to make up for it.

At that time, she felt that as long as she could marry Lu Zhufeng, these were all empty formalities, and there was nothing to care about. After all, a wedding dress is only worn once.

It wasn't until later that she discovered that the wedding dress Wei Jiaruo wore on the day Lu Zhufeng married her as his second wife was so similar to the design Lu Zhufeng had shown her before.

"I heard this gold thread is worth a fortune." Dongxu stared wide-eyed, pulling Wei Zhaoning back to reality from her reverie.

Wei Zhaoning felt a touch of joy in her heart; it was actually quite nice to feel valued like this.

This wedding dress took a lot of effort and showed great importance.

The wedding ceremony was held in the courtyard, simple yet solemn. The altar was set with grains, red dates, peanuts, longans, and lotus seeds, symbolizing a bountiful harvest and the early birth of a son.

Pei Yi held Wei Zhaoning's hand tightly, so tightly it hurt, as if he was afraid she would run away if he let go.

She could feel Pei Yi's hands trembling slightly and sweating a little.

"My lord... what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

The person beside him paused. Wei Zhaoning could hear his breathing was very heavy, and his voice trembled slightly. "It's nothing."

Wei Zhaoning could tell he was putting on a brave face, but she didn't know what to say.

Even with her red veil covering her face, she could hear the overwhelming sounds of people coming to the palace to attend the wedding banquet.

Needless to say, with the Regent's wedding, no prominent figure in the capital would miss the opportunity to curry favor with him.

The number of people will only increase, not decrease.

She had seen how the groom would be forced to drink during a wedding before, so she couldn't help but worry that the Regent couldn't drink too much because of her back injury.

But no one could stop this joyous day. She could only pray silently for Pei Yi and plan how to take good care of him tonight.

The ceremony ended quickly, and Wei Zhaoning didn't savor it, treating it as just a formality. It's funny to think about it now; when she and Lu Zhufeng were getting married, every step made her heart pound like a drum, but now she felt only calm.

She could sense that the Regent seemed somewhat uneasy throughout, as if... he was very nervous?

Did you aggravate your back injury?

She was restless until she arrived at the bridal chamber to wait.

She truly owes the Regent too much, and doesn't know how to repay him.

Dongxu smiled and said, "Your Highness, I saw the Princess when I went outside to get something. She looks radiant and is becoming more and more beautiful."

Wei Zhaoning felt a little better. "She deserved it."

"Have someone pass on a message later, and after these few days, ask her out. I haven't seen her for quite a while."

Wei Zhaoning breathed a sigh of relief; her rebirth had changed something after all.

But for some reason, her temples throbbed, and she felt that something big was about to happen. Although everything was on track with her plans, she couldn't feel at ease.

I don't know how much time has passed.

Footsteps could be heard outside.

"Your Highness, may you have a son soon!" It was Yun Ce's voice.

Then Pei Yi's voice rang out again, "Go play."

"Thank you for the reward, Your Highness!"

Pei Yi seemed to be in a good mood.

Wei Zhaoning had a faint sense of anticipation in her heart. What would Pei Yi look like in his wedding attire?

The expected scene did not occur. Before Pei Yi even entered the room, Wei Zhaoning heard a mocking voice coming from outside.

"Uncle, are you late for your wedding?"

Wei Zhaoning's heart pounded uncontrollably. A woman's intuition is very accurate, and she suddenly realized what she had been uneasy about all day.

Ignoring everything else, she threw off her red veil and rushed out.

Pei Yi was dressed in auspicious robes. His usually cold gaze was much softer at this moment, but it still carried a hint of sharpness.

He had broad shoulders and a strong back, his wedding attire was crisp and well-fitting, and he walked with a steady gait. The sword at his waist was still on, and the red silk wrapped around the hilt complemented his wedding dress, revealing a tender side beneath his tough exterior.

Pei Yi's eyes lit up when he saw her. Even without makeup, Wei Zhaoning was enough to make people feel refreshed and infatuated. Today, her face was exquisite, and she looked just like a fairy who had descended from heaven to undergo tribulation.

"My husband."

Wei Zhaoning walked to Pei Yi's side and took his hand.

Pei Yi's lips curled up, and the two seemed to have momentarily forgotten about His Highness the Crown Prince standing not far away.

A sinister glint flashed in the Crown Prince's eyes.

"Uncle, Aunt, I'm late. I brought a wedding gift with me. It's not too late to open it and take a look before you consummate the marriage."

Pei Yi felt a chill run down his spine.

"You've ruined my wedding night, and you can't afford to pay for it."

The Crown Prince smiled, neither confirming nor denying, "Uncle, you're still so cold-hearted. I meant well; does Uncle still hold a grudge against me for what happened back then?"

Pei Yi clenched his fist. "Pei Xian, get out."

Wei Zhaoning looked at the Crown Prince with suspicion.

His features resembled His Majesty's, but he lacked His Majesty's wildness on the battlefield, possessing instead a gentler and more refined demeanor. His face was very indifferent, yet enigmatic, giving the impression that beneath his refined exterior flowed the blood of a wild beast.

Wei Zhaoning recalled the relationship between the Crown Prince and Wei Jiaruo, as well as the fact that Wei Jiaruo's crippled leg had mysteriously healed. One thing after another made her realize that the Crown Prince was not someone to be underestimated.

Why is it that a crown prince who spent his entire previous life in his fiefdom, existing in name only, is now able to return to the capital?

The crown prince was clearly targeting the regent, and he was full of hostility.

What exactly happened between them?

"Uncle, please don't speak so harshly. Your nephew sincerely wishes you well. So many years have passed, your nephew knows he was wrong, it's time to turn the page."

"Uncle, please accept the gift. I will leave immediately."

He raised an eyebrow, clapped his hands, and someone came in from outside.

After seeing the person's face clearly, fear gripped Wei Zhaoning's entire body.