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

Rufeng Restaurant.

Two figures were reflected in the private room; the person inside had a deep and magnetic voice.

After the other person in the private room left, Wei Zhaoning pushed open the door and entered.

"who."

She was grabbed by the neck by a hand with distinct knuckles.

Before him stood a deep, sculpted face, clad in a black robe, with sinister eyes and a perfectly sculpted profile that exuded a chilling aura.

"Boring." Wei Zhaoning's face flushed red as she slowly uttered the two words, her eyes seemingly burning with a flame.

She approached him, her head tilted back, and as she looked up, her veil was knocked off, their noses almost touching.

The warm breaths mingled, and when they met those captivating eyes, a flicker of panic flashed in the man's pupils.

"Regent, would you like to discuss a business deal with me?" Wei Zhaoning asked.

After recognizing the person's face, Pei Yi abruptly released his grip and lowered his voice considerably, "Miss Wei, please sit down."

After saying that, he sat down, crossing his legs, relaxed yet with a sense of pressure.

Wei Zhaoning caught her breath and her expression returned to calm.

"It was my fault for disturbing you so abruptly."

"I heard that His Highness has recently been discussing trade with the Western Regions, but the King of the Western Regions is quite hesitant?"

Pei Yi's face showed more interest. "Continue."

"Although the benefits are tempting enough, the king feels that the war between the Western Regions and Dayong was fierce many years ago, and he cannot get over the hurdle of opening trade now."

"The king has a beloved little princess; what if we let her try to persuade them?"

As Wei Zhaoning spoke, her heart pounded. The Regent's eyes were sharp as an eagle's, extremely penetrating, making one instinctively want to look away.

However, the regent was the emperor's most beloved younger brother, and with his help, the matter of divorce would be much easier.

This matter from his past life was a very difficult one for the Regent, but it was uncertain whether he would agree to her conditions.

"What are your conditions?" Pei Yi asked with a faint smile.

Wei Zhaoning was a little puzzled. Did he really believe what she said?

She took a deep breath. "Your Highness, I want a divorce."

Pei Yi's eyes flickered slightly.

"But that marriage was arranged by His Majesty, and it would be too complicated to get a divorce. So, I would like to ask for your help."

When I was young, I went to the border with my maternal grandfather and became acquainted with Princess Tana. We have a good relationship, and perhaps I can help you persuade her. If Princess Tana were to persuade the king herself, the chances of success would be much greater.”

Wei Zhaoning carefully observed Pei Yi's expression, afraid that he would refuse.

Tana and she had a close relationship since childhood, but their last contact was a long time ago.

Because in the letter Tana sent earlier, she said that Lu Zhufeng was not a good person and that she should not marry him, which Lu Zhufeng accidentally saw.

Later, Lu Zhufeng secretly intercepted all the letters that Wei Zhaoning sent out.

By the time Wei Zhaoning discovered this, a year had passed. When he sent the letter again by a different carrier pigeon, Tana never replied.

She was worried that Tana might still be angry, but she didn't expect her to reply so quickly.

"You don't like him anymore?" Pei Yi's captivating eyes were fixed on her, not missing any subtle expression on her face.

Wei Zhaoning's heart skipped a beat, but she quickly replied calmly, "I don't like it anymore."

The air condensed.

The private room fell silent immediately.

Pei Yi's face was expressionless; he simply stared at the corner of the table, his long, slender fingers tapping the surface absently.

Wei Zhaoning's heart was in her throat. If the Regent did not agree, she would have to find another way, but that would not be so easy.

After a long silence, Pei Yi finally spoke.

"My elder brother is a bit sensitive. No matter what method he uses to renege on the marriage he has arranged, he will still harbor resentment towards your Duke's Mansion or even the General's Mansion."

His Majesty is sensitive and suspicious, and prone to overthinking. Although he is excellent in many ways, when he first ascended the throne, he caused chaos in the court due to many interpersonal issues.

If the affairs hadn't been handed over to the regent later, who knows what would have happened to the court.

Upon hearing this, Wei Zhaoning understood what the Regent meant.

She lowered her long eyelashes; this path was blocked.

She reached for her veil, preparing to take her leave.

"You'll be fine once you marry into the Regent's Palace." A calm voice reached Wei Zhaoning's ears.

Her pupils contracted sharply, somewhat surprised.

Pei Yi gently curled the corners of his lips, then immediately stopped smiling, as if he hadn't smiled at all.

"My reputation in the capital is that of a tyrannical and wicked devil. When my elder brother asks, I say that I took a fancy to another man's wife and forcibly took her."

He won't be angry with me; in fact, he might even have to make it up to your family.

Wei Zhaoning remained silent, opened her mouth, but didn't know what to say.

Upon seeing this, Pei Yi's eyes dimmed slightly.

After pondering for a while, Wei Zhaoning said, "But Your Highness, if that's the case, I will be occupying the position of your principal wife. Even if we divorce, it will affect your relationship with your lover, which is not good."

"Furthermore, I have no intention of getting married again."

Pei Yi said, "I'm not interested in women. You can rest assured about that. After you marry into the royal family, it's fine if you don't want to manage the household. It's just a transaction, so don't take it to heart."

Wei Zhaoning had a sudden inspiration: Could the Regent be...?

No wonder, I've never heard of him having any scandals with any women over the years, and he spends all his time among men.

If that's the case, the pressure in my heart has indeed decreased a lot.

"Then let's draft a divorce agreement first. After some time, you can say you're tired of me, and then we'll get a divorce. That way, His Majesty won't have any doubts," Wei Zhaoning said with a pleased expression.

The atmosphere in the private room instantly became relaxed.

A hint of amusement flickered in Pei Yi's eyes. "So, Miss Wei, when would you like me to come to the Yongxin Marquis's residence and take my wife away?"

*

Dusk was falling.

When Wei Zhaoning returned to the Marquis's residence, it was in complete disarray.

All the peonies in the entire mansion were pulled up by the servants, who were ruthless and trampled on them after pulling them up.

Wei Zhaoning stared at the trampled flower mud, and her hands trembled involuntarily again.

She spent countless days and nights cultivating these flowers!

"What are you doing! These are the lady's flowers!" Dongxu quickly went up and pushed a servant aside.

A haughty maid walked over from that direction; she was Liu Xiang, Wei Jia Ruo's attendant.

"The Marquis said he doesn't like peonies. They're hard to care for, and having them planted in the mansion makes people unhappy. He told the servants to trample them all."

Dongxu roared, "These are flowers that Madam has carefully tended! If we don't like them, we can transplant them back to the Duke's mansion. Why do we have to trample them!"

Liu Xiang scoffed, "If you disagree with the Marquis's orders, go ask the Marquis! Besides, she won't be the Marquis's wife in a few days, so Sister Dongxu should change her address as soon as possible."

"To avoid calling the wrong person later and incurring the lord's wrath."

Wei Zhaoning pursed her lips tightly. "Dongxu, since it's the Marquis's decision, let him be."

"But!"

"No buts, let's go."

As she walked on, she suddenly saw the most disgusting scene she had ever seen in her life.