Forced to be a third person: I turned around and left the palace to marry a villain

Feng Ziqing's expression was uncertain. She took a deep breath and finally revealed the secret:

"The late emperor once gave Jiang Xue a secret decree that if Heng'er was unable to shoulder the responsibility of the throne, she would have the right to inherit the throne."

She was well aware of the weight of these words; they were not only a sign of trust in Jiang Xue, but also a warning to her.

"How can I not be vigilant at all times? I must help him secure his throne."

Only then did Xiao Zhan understand why the Queen Mother had always harbored a grudge against Jiang Xue.

But he believed that Jiang Xue would not easily use this power unless she was in desperate situation.

"Please rest assured, Queen Mother. The Emperor will always be the Emperor. Jiang Xue and I will do our best to help him become a wise monarch."

Feng Ziqing breathed a sigh of relief: "Since you said so, I feel relieved."

She then brought up another topic: "I heard that Princess Yunchu of the Eastern Prime Minister will be visiting the capital soon. Have you heard about it?"

"I did hear something."

"Princess Yunchu is not only beautiful, but also a master of guqin. I remember that you also like guqin, so perhaps you two can become soulmates. Why not spend more time with her and get to know her better?"

Xiao Zhan thought about it and suggested: "To avoid suspicion, it would be more appropriate to let *** accompany you."

Feng Ziqing nodded with satisfaction upon seeing this, believing that this arrangement would help promote relations between the two countries and might even lead to a good marriage.

On the other side, Jiang Xue returned to the mansion and found a letter from Lan Feng in the study, and learned that he would be arriving soon. The two had not seen each other for many years, but the experience of sharing life and death in the past made their friendship last forever.

Jiang Xue decided to give a pair of precious plum blossom glass hairpins as a dowry to Jiang Xiaowei, who was about to get married.

This pair of hairpins was originally prepared for her by the late queen, but she knew that her fate was destined not to walk on the red carpet, so she hoped that this gift could find a new home in Jiang Xiaowei.

When Jiang Xiaowei received this generous gift, she was filled with surprise and gratitude. Fu Dong conveyed the princess's feelings and wished her and General Lan a lasting marriage.

The blessing brought by Xie Fudong not only represents himself, but also conveys the princess's wishes.

Jiang Xiaowei held the pair of exquisite hairpins, and warmth flowed in her heart.

She gradually understood that Changle was much better than the rumors said, and the gossip in the capital was nothing but groundless slander.

When Jiang Xue received Feng Ziqing's imperial decree, she felt a little amused. It seemed that the Queen Mother wanted to match Xiao Zhan and Princess Yunchu together, and she also wanted her to nod in agreement?

"Your Highness, perhaps refusing is a better option." Fu Dong suggested softly.

"No need."

Jiang Xue threw the imperial edict casually and said, "I heard that Princess Yunchu is an interesting person. I am very curious."

The next morning, as soon as Jiang Xue's carriage stopped at the palace gate, Fu Dong's voice rang out excitedly: "Your Highness, look! General Lan Feng is over there."

Jiang Xue quickly lifted the car curtain and saw Lan Feng standing not far away, looking at her with a warm smile.

After two years of not seeing each other, Lan Feng's face became more resolute, and he had a bit more of the cold aura of the battlefield. He stepped forward quickly: "I pay my respects to Her Royal Highness the Princess!" In the past two years, his nights were filled with longing countless times.

After getting out of the car, Jiang Xue gently tapped his shoulder and said, "There's no need for these empty formalities between us."

Lan Feng smiled and replied: "It has been two years since we separated. The brothers in the barracks miss you very much, and I miss you especially too."

"I miss you all, too. Although the days at the border were bitter and tearful, there was no intrigue like in the palace. Everyone treated each other sincerely. That was the happiest time of my childhood."

She missed those days and the pure friendship.

Qing Feng, who was far away, noticed this scene and knocked on the car window to tell the Prime Minister that Lady Changle and Lan Feng were talking at the palace gate.

I originally thought that Lan Feng would arrive in Beijing at night, but it seems that he came here early in order to see Jiang Xue.

Xiao Zhan saw the smiles on their faces through the car curtain, especially Jiang Xue's brilliant smile, which made him feel inexplicably heavy in his heart.

After thinking for a moment, he got out of the car and walked towards the two people.

"Your Highness, General Lan, good morning!"

Hearing the greeting, the two turned around.

Lan Feng looked at him and then smiled: "Fox, long time no see, I'll treat you to a drink some other day."

"Always waiting!"

Xiao Zhan glanced at Jiang Xue and said, "But if General Lan is too busy preparing for the wedding and really doesn't have time, that's fine. You can save this wine for your big day."

He knew in his heart that Jiang Xue no longer had any special feelings for Lan Feng, so he deliberately brought up Lan Feng's marriage, hoping to completely cut off any fantasies she had about Lan Feng.

Lan Feng's face immediately turned ugly, and the joy he felt when he saw Jiang Xue disappeared in an instant.

She had been the woman of his dreams, but he felt guilty about marrying another woman because of his family's decision.

Jiang Xue smiled faintly: "Time waits for no one, let's go to the palace quickly and don't delay the morning court."

There was nothing important happening in the morning court and it ended quickly.

After the meeting, Lan Feng mustered up his courage and said, "Your Highness, I want to say a few words to you."

"It just so happens that I want to talk to you too."

Jiang Xue responded: "The Deyixuan Teahouse in the city is very good, why don't we go there and have a seat?"

"Okay." Lan Feng agreed.

Xiao Zhan looked at them leaving, his eyes gradually dimming.

In the teahouse, although Jiang Xue usually preferred West Lake Longjing, this time she ordered Lan Feng's favorite Dahongpao.

"The tea here is very good. How do you like it?"

Lan Feng took two sips absentmindedly, his mind completely focused on what he wanted to say to her.

He ended up asking a different question: "I heard that you've been doing a lot of shocking things recently, such as keeping a concubine at home and openly flirting with a fox."

Jiang Xue explained: “In this male-dominated world, it is very difficult to gain power even if I am right.

My actions were just to show those restless officials that I was indeed an unrestrained person, and I would not even let the Prime Minister off.

This way they will be worried that I will take their children to the princess's mansion and ruin their future, so they will not dare to confront me."

"It's really difficult for you."

"It's just further damaging my already bad reputation, it's no big deal."

Jiang Xue smiled: "Also, I met Jiang Xiaowei a few days ago. She helped me. She is a very nice girl."

"No matter how outstanding Miss Jiang is, she cannot compare to Xiaoxue's position in my heart."

Lan Feng finally plucked up the courage to reveal his true feelings.

Jiang Xue took a sip of tea and looked at him directly: "If that's the case, why don't you cancel your engagement?"

Jiang Xiaowei's brother Jiang Xiaoan in the next room couldn't sit still when he heard this. If Xiao Zhan hadn't quickly grabbed him, he would have rushed over.