Chapter 52 ：Boredom of Baili Xuanyue

"It's I who wants to confront you in the Golden Palace, not Xinxin," Feng Yao shielded Su Yuxin behind him. "As the head of the general's residence, how could I tolerate such bullying?"

"Xinxin, there must be some misunderstanding in this matter," Su's elderly lady softened her voice, a rare occurrence. "Besides, you haven't suffered any harm..."

"Does Grandmother imply that I must be completely innocent before investigating this matter further?" Su Yuxin raised her eyes, disappointment brimming within, causing everyone to feel a pang of sympathy. "I am still your biological granddaughter."

Su's elderly lady's face turned pale, instantly taking on an ashen hue.

"I don't know if this matter was orchestrated by Miss Su, but I witnessed Miss Su deliberately spilling wine on the general's wife," Lady Cui stepped forward and spoke.

"Lady Cui, words should not be spoken carelessly," Lu Shiyuan furrowed her brow, squinting at Lady Cui.

"I usually have no interaction with the general's wife, nor any connection to the Su residence. I merely spoke of what I saw," Lady Cui said indifferently.

She always abhorred evil and couldn't bear to see the Su residence acting in such a manner.

"Thank you, Lady Cui, for speaking out," Feng Yao bowed slightly to Lady Cui, then took Su Yuxin's hand, saying, "Let's go."

"Mother, save me." Su Yuxiang had never experienced such a commotion before, and the news of going to the Golden Palace terrified her.

"Is the general intending to sever ties between Xinxin and our Su residence?" Su Mingzhe intervened.

"Is Father planning to expel me from the family lineage without giving an explanation? Just because I don't want to compromise myself, does that mean I should be cut off? If Father isn't afraid of being exposed, I accept it. But before that, I hope Father will return all the dowry that belonged to my mother," Su Yuxin raised her eyes, looking at Su Mingzhe.

"The items in the storeroom were managed by the old servant, Lao Mo. It was after her persistent efforts that I acquired them. But my mother's dowry, it's more than just those items in the storeroom. There are estates, fields, and shops," Su Yuxin said.

Since ancient times, a mother's dowry was usually managed by oneself, intended for one's future son or daughter. If the husband's family covets it, they would be ridiculed.

And Lu Shiyuan had only one daughter, Su Yuxin. In other words, all her dowry was meant for Su Yuxin.

"You..." Su Mingzhe's face turned crimson in an instant. He pointed at Su Yuxin, speechless.

"As expected, as one grows older, their thick skin grows along with it, too tough to be moved," Feng Yao sneered. Then, gently patting Su Yuxin's hand, he said, "Don't be afraid, I'm here."

After saying this, Feng Yao left, pulling Su Yuxin along.

Su Yuxiang refused to go, crying and struggling. Chi Yan directly pressed her acupoint, lifting her by the collar and dragging her away.

It was quite a pitiful sight indeed.

In the Imperial Palace, in this life or the previous one, it was Su Yuxin's first visit.

As the general's wife, she should have been to the palace many times. For example, attending birthday celebrations, festive banquets, or the banquets hosted by foreign envoys.

However, in her previous life, she didn't want any connection with Feng Yao. She never entered the palace with him, and Feng Yao never forced her to.

Later, when Feng Yao went on expeditions, it was Su Yuxiang who represented the general's residence at various palace banquets, thriving in the limelight.

The layout in the Imperial Palace followed a standard grid pattern, with numerous wide avenues and narrow paths, making it easy for unfamiliar individuals to get lost.

Su Yuxin was curious about the palace's appearance but didn't dare to look around to avoid embarrassment. She could only observe through the corner of her eyes.

The high walls and green tiles created a grand atmosphere.

The palace maids and eunuchs were methodically carrying out their tasks, not a sound of clamor, maintaining an unusual silence.

Even the usually composed Su Yuxin felt somewhat nervous in such quiet surroundings.

Sensing Su Yuxin's tension, Feng Yao squeezed her hand gently, silently offering comfort.

Unable to contain herself, Su Yuxin couldn't help but smile.

Despite being known as the "God of Death," the general showed remarkable patience and care towards her.

How fortunate she was.

Su Yuxin held Feng Yao's hand from behind, then tilted her head slightly, offering a sweet smile to Feng Yao.

Feng Yao habitually flicked Su Yuxin's nose, exchanging smiles with her.

Sweetness seemed to overflow, but Su Yuxiang, at the back, was almost bursting into flames, mentally cursing Su Yuxin.

She even forgot to be afraid.

At this moment, Emperor Baili Xuanxie was in the Imperial Noble Consort's chamber, playing chess with her.

Upon hearing the eunuch's report, he was slightly surprised.

"The Grand General of My Realm wishes to lodge a complaint against his father-in-law?" Baili Xuanxie put away the chess pieces, rubbing his chin inquisitively.

"Yes," the eunuch nodded, respectfully saying, "The Grand General has already brought Miss Su here."

"Is that so?" Baili Xuanxie became more interested. "Beloved Consort, come, let's go and watch the show."

"Your Majesty, mind your image," the Imperial Noble Consort got up to help Baili Xuanxie tidy his attire before smiling gracefully. "Ahem..." Baili Xuanxie immediately cleared his throat, adopting a serious expression, but his lips couldn't help but twitch upward.

His General, who was known as stern as the God of Death, was now seemingly colder?

If it were summer, they wouldn't need a fan.

The Empress Dowager was in the middle of her nap. Hearing Li Defu's words, she immediately woke up and hurriedly took a sedan chair to rush over.

The result was also quite disappointing.

She still maintained that icy demeanor, like an ice sculpture.

The Imperial Noble Consort covered her forehead, then lightly bumped into Baili Xuanxie's arm.

Baili Xuanxie snapped back, squinting at Su Yuxiang. "Is this really the case?"

Su Yuxiang was trembling in fear, desperately shaking her head, "No, no, I haven't done anything."

P.S.: The name of the Emperor's personal eunuch will be changed to Li Defu, and I am slowly updating it from the previous chapters. If you notice any discrepancies, please ignore them for now. Updating everything will take some time. Love you all!