The Noble Lady's Rebirth: She just wants to Rest in Peace!

Chapter 527 - 519: Tempers Flare

Gu Yifeng returned from the Crown Prince Mansion in the evening, naturally he didn’t show anything in front of Sister Ning, but the next day, after leaving the mansion, he went directly to Wu Xueqin.

Wu Xueqin was also working at the Crown Prince Mansion, her belly protruding, surrounded by four or five maids and old women, displaying a grand aura.

She was there commanding people to move things when Gu Yifeng strode in from outside, his steps fierce and imposing, but at a glance, it was clear he came with anger.

Wu Xueqin turned to see him enter, momentarily taken aback, but recalling her visit to the East Mansion yesterday, she understood why Gu Yifeng came, and waved to the servants beside her, "You all may leave, I have words to exchange with the Dingyuan Marquis."

The servants retreated, but Gu Yifeng didn’t wait for them to go far before speaking in a cold voice, "Mr. Wu is large with child now, and should refrain from arranging many things. Or was my warning ineffective at first? Now that the Wang Family keeps submitting memorials, I think it best to lend Mr. Wu a hand. Though Mr. Wu has been granted an official position by the Holy Emperor, it’s crucial for a woman to have a home."

Wu Xueqin sneered, "This is laughable; I disagree. Could the Holy Emperor forcefully break me? I went to the East Mansion for the Crown Prince’s marriage arrangements. Why did it go wrong? I don’t quite understand. Or does Dingyuan Marquis think the Crown Prince’s grand wedding unimportant?"

"You should stop pushing these accusations onto me. You know your intentions well. Sister Ning is not someone you can provoke. Don’t mention now she acknowledges her father. With just a flick of my hand, I can make you disappear in this Capital without anyone daring to question it," Gu Yifeng dismissedly glared at Li.

Wu Xueqin felt intensely provoked, "Though I am a concubine’s daughter, what of it? Everything I have, I earned myself. The ideas I’ve conceived, the things I’ve accomplished—can anyone surpass me? As for those women, who among them isn’t reliant on men and family influence? In comparison, who can truly outshine me? Dingyuan Marquis is merely ordinary. I once thought you’d be exceptional, but it seems I overestimated you."

Gu Yifeng was entirely unfazed by her words, "Second Miss Wu, now the Wu Mansion is hard-pressed. If you can live well, then do so and stop scheming; it’s detrimental. Though I don’t know where your talents originated, I can see from your actions they were inspired. One can have many ideas, but your deeds don’t reflect them genuinely. Even your poetic style varies greatly. Do you truly believe everyone is foolish? It’s only that no one has pointed it out."

"Today, I’ve come to give you a final warning. Avoid the East Mansion. As for the flowers you mentioned, they were bestowed by the Holy Emperor. Unless I consent, no one can move them. I will speak to the Crown Prince, and Mr. Wu doesn’t need to worry about this anymore," Gu Yifeng dismissed her and walked away.

Wu Xueqin clutched her belly, her face livid with anger. She naturally didn’t want to return to the Wang Family. Otherwise, having tarnished their reputation so badly, entering their doors would end her life entirely. It was evident today that Gu Yifeng meant what he said, and would act accordingly.

Feeling icy cold, unable to sense her own warmth, Wu Xueqin was awakened by the servants beside her. She turned around, dazed, and the servants dared not ask, bowing their heads.

Wu Xueqin didn’t have the mind to stay at the Crown Prince Mansion any longer, "Let’s return to the mansion."

She was desperate to find a way to stop Gu Yifeng, yet she knew in her heart that whatever she attempted would be futile. She understands well what means Gu Yifeng possesses, especially with Prince Shou involved. Against such individuals, she, without support, has no chance but to be oppressed.

Wu Xueqin rode the carriage back to the mansion, regretting having gone to Lin Youning’s place to show off, causing this mess for herself.

Wu Xueqin felt aggrieved that Wang Wen treated her this way. Despite her best efforts, Wang Wen never valued her, leaving her helpless. She thought provoking Lin Youning would be cathartic, considering Lin Youning’s special relationship with Dong Boyun. Even though their relationship deteriorated later, it gave Wu Xueqin a sense of release.

But this led her to forget Gu Yifeng’s retribution.

The carriage stopped, interrupting Wu Xueqin’s thoughts. As she dismounted with help, she saw a procession approaching, and judging by their attire, they were palace eunuchs.

Wu Xueqin’s expression changed, silently convincing herself she was overthinking it; Gu Yifeng had just been at the Crown Prince Mansion; how could it happen so quickly? Her complexion lightened as she stepped forward to receive the decree.

But upon hearing the decree’s contents, Wu Xueqin collapsed to the ground, frightened, while a servant hurried to support her. The eunuch pretended not to see, walking over to present the decree, "Mr. Wu, congratulations. This decree was specially requested by the Dingyuan Marquis early this morning at the palace. Now officially equal in rank to the Wang Family’s Second Madam, it’s truly the Holy Emperor’s favor towards Mr. Wu. Forcing someone into a household on par with a legitimate wife is a first for the Holy Emperor."

Where did Wu Xueqin have the strength to accept the decree? She was limp on the ground. The eunuch didn’t mind, letting a servant accept the decree before leading the group away, his eyes mocking as he glanced at Wu Xueqin.

Now, everyone in the Capital seeks to curry favor with the Gu Mansion’s Lady; only Mr. Wu seems clueless, provoking the mansion in broad daylight. Wasn’t she inviting trouble?

That was the Holy Emperor’s own granddaughter, recognized after many years, someone to cherish, not to be bullied by outsiders.

Consider the affection the Holy Emperor held for the Foreign Princess back then; who could compare?

Thus, one mustn’t judge by appearances, lest they bring harm upon themselves, just like Mr. Wu, who perished knowingly. As the eunuch mentioned, it was all arranged by Dingyuan Marquis.

Dingyuan Marquis’s care mirrors that of the current Holy Emperor. How else could Dingyuan Marquis earn such favor with the Holy Emperor? It’s due to their similar temperament.