Cai Wei glanced at the hourglass and said, "It's already late today, let's stay here for the night and head back early tomorrow!"
Knowing the Emperor's feelings for their daughter and that she wouldn't be blamed for staying overnight at her parents' house, Mu Zhongqing and his wife still felt uneasy about their daughter's actions, which flouted the palace rules.
"Wei'er, why don't you go back to the palace first? Don't stir up the Empress Dowager's displeasure just for a night's stay at your parents' house," they suggested.
Hearing the words 'Empress Dowager,' a scornful cold smile crossed Cai Wei's lips as she said leisurely, "Mother, rest assured. From now on, the Empress Dowager won't interfere in my affairs anymore!"
Lady Du was half-convinced and asked, "Really?"
Cai Wei nodded affirmatively, "Really!"