lightly, she whispered softly, "If everyone could think like this, where would there be so many wars in the world""The inevitability of war lies in the other side provoking it. It is a helpless act."...Lu Nian responded and briefed the housekeeper on a few things before accompanying Feng Lingxi to the General Zhen Guo's mansion.

Feng Lingxi's refusal to enter the palace spread quickly. The Empress Dowager's face was pale, and seeing only Wan'er approach alone, she was furious.

"Wan'er pays her respects to the Empress Dowager."

The Empress Dowager stared at the wet nurse, her eyes questioning.

"Empress Dowager, this is my intention. You needn't blame Grandmother. It was I who forbade my mother from entering the palace, and her two children as well. They are not worthy of entering the palace."

Wan'er's words made the Empress Dowager even angrier, but she didn't dare to vent on her.

"Wan'er, I let your mother and the two children enter the palace for a matter of importance. Why are you blocking me"

"The Empress Dowager wants my mother to marry Prince Huangfu of the Xia Dynasty, and she wants to bring her two children back to the Chen Wang Mansion"

The Empress Dowager's expression tightened, and she then slowly began to explain, "Wan'er, this is the best arrangement for them. Throughout this summer dynasty, the Crown Prince has always admired your mother. By marrying her, she will become the empress of this summer dynasty. Those two children are your siblings, your father's children. They cannot marry with her. This is what I have done to make the best arrangements for them."

"Proper arrangements"

Wan'er looked at the empress dowager's face full of loving smiles, truly hypocritical.

“My mother once said that the Empress Dowager was very kind to her. Now, hearing the Empress Dowager care for me so much, I understand that the Empress Dowager was truly kind to my mother. The other day, I went to Xigu Country to look for my biological mother. On the way back, we encountered assassins who wanted to kill her, but they didn't harm me or Siyu and Siqi. The Empress Dowager said it was strange, wasn't it”

Wan'er's words sounded just like those of a grown-up.

The Empress Dowager looked at Wan'er. This girl had been smart since she was young, all thanks to Luo Li's personal instruction. She excelled in every way compared to girls her age. It's just a pity that she wasn't a boy; otherwise, she would have treated her better.

"Wan'er, you are still young and don't understand. What I am doing now is all for your own good."

The Empress Dowager said it was all for our own good, but I don't want the things the Empress Dowager does for me. I just want to be with my mother. Wan’er looked at the Empress Dowager and finished her words, which made the Empress Dowager angry.

"Misbehaving! You are the county princess of Chen Wangfu, how can you be with her She is going to get married in the future."

Even if she were to marry, she wouldn't possibly agree to marry Prince Huofeng according to your arrangements. A figure barged in, and the Empress Dowager looked at Dugu Cheng's cold eyes. Over the past two days, he had become increasingly unrestrained.

"Without my summons, how dare you intrude upon the Imperial Garden"

Dugu Cheng stepped forward, "The son greets the Empress Dowager."

After the ceremony, Dugu City looked at Wan'er who was beside him, walked to her, and whispered softly, "Don't be afraid, Father won't let your mother and relatives go."

Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager's face instantly turned grave.

"How did you get here"

Wan'er looked at Dugu City, "The Empress Dowager summoned me, but not you." It was a crime to enter the palace without permission, and Wan'er said she didn't care about Dugu City, but seeing him barge in, she was still a little afraid that the Empress Dowager would punish him.

"Hearing that you had entered the palace, I came." Dugu City showed a smile to Wan'er. "I believe the Empress Dowager would be willing to see our father and daughter appear together."

The Empress Dowager was angered by what Dugu City said. She wanted to see none of them, so how could she be happy

"Your Majesty, a while ago Wan'er went to Xi Gu Guo to find her mother. Now Xi'er has returned, and the son wishes…"

Before Dugu City could finish his words, the Empress Dowager interrupted him.

"My son, I know the sudden death of Luo Qin'yi has left you heartbroken. But with so many women in your inner courtyard, you must hurry and give this old woman more great-grandchildren."

"Your Majesty, my body isn't as capable of producing children as it used to be. Besides, Xier has already given birth to three children for me. I believe that is enough and there's no need for any more."

"Three children Are they yours"

The Empress' tone carried a hint of question and dissatisfaction. She summoned Feng Ling Xi to come see her with the child, but what did people do They defied the imperial decree.

“Your Majesty, five years ago, I proposed a divorce. It’s understandable that now she doesn't want the child to recognize me. Over these past five years, I have never stopped thinking about her. I cannot accept this divorce letter. So, I will dedicate myself to asking for her forgiveness and bringing her back to my side.”

"Ridiculous!"

The Empress Dowager angrily rebuked, "You are the Prince of the Great Yuan Dynasty! Since Feng Lingxi has already divorced you, you two have no further ties. As for the child, this old concubine will bring him back to the Prince's Mansion and raise him well. As for Feng Lingxi herself, this old concubine and the Emperor have already decided... Considering she gave birth to three grandsons for this old concubine, we have bestowed upon her the title of Princess Consort, and arranged a marriage with Prince Huangfu Qingyun of the Arah Summer Dynasty. This is also a way to give her life some closure..."

"Your Majesty, it is not possible. Xi'er cannot go to visit her family."

"Empress Dowager, my mother won't go to a marriage arranged by the imperial court. You can't make my mother go!" Wan'er shouted, "She is my mother, not some princess being married off."

The Empress Dowager, seeing Wan'er's angry expression, softened her tone and said, "Wan'er, you are still young and don't understand. Your mother and Prince Huangfu had a betrothal agreement. Back then, she couldn't marry him because she was wed to your father. But now that your father has divorced her, if the Empress Dowager bestows upon her the title of princess and arranges for her marriage, it would be best for her. No one in the world could criticize her."

Waner snorted, "This is what you said, not what my mother meant. My mother would never want to marry the crown prince of Arawasma. If she really wanted to get married, wouldn't it be better to marry the heir apparent of Xigu Country Why bother coming back and getting betrothed"

"Presumptuous!"

The Empress Dowager was furious, slamming her fist on the table. The maidservant beside her rushed forward and pleaded, "Empress Dowager, please calm down. Princess Wan is still young and doesn't understand things. Please don't blame her."

Wan'er was not afraid at all, she looked directly at the Empress Dowager.

"Your Majesty, Wan'er is right, Xi'er will not agree to the marriage."

"This matter, the Empress and the Emperor have already decided. The imperial decree granting the marriage will arrive tomorrow, allowing Feng Ling Xi to marry into a noble family. This is her blessing."

The Empress's decisive action left Dugu Cheng with a grim expression. His voice also hardened.

"Imperial Grandmother, the reason I'm here today is to clarify this matter with you.

A-Xi can't be married into our family, not simply because I don't want to part with her, but because her status doesn't allow for marriage to the Great Yuan Dynasty. Imperial Grandmother, please understand that A-Xi is not just the Saint of the Yao Clan, but also the 'Saintly Pheasant Princess' bestowed by the Emperor of Xi Gu himself.

Her return to the capital this time was solely for official business. If you insist on arranging a marriage, it could potentially jeopardize the peace between our two nations."

When the Empress Dowager heard what Dugu City said, she was indeed taken aback.

“When did she, Feng Ling Xi, become the princess of Xi Gu Country How could I not know”

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