A Child Without a Mother is Like a Weed
“No, it’s not… I…”
Fang Nanny wanted to say that it wasn’t what she meant, but unfortunately, her words were unclear due to her missing front teeth.
“Madam, here is the family law!”
Shuang Xi held the family law and looked disdainfully at Yun Nian.
“Kneel!”
Old Madam Yun held the family law and scolded sternly.
Yun Nian narrowed her eyes, “Old Madam, didn’t you just say that I am a member of the Crown Prince’s Mansion? If you want to punish me, have you sought the opinion of Prince Cheng’en?”
Since Xiao Chengjun was not present, she could use him as a shield.
Old Madam Yun sneered, “Do you really think you are carrying Prince Cheng’en’s child? You haven’t even entered the Crown Prince’s Mansion yet, and you dare to act arrogantly at home. I will teach my granddaughter who doesn’t know her manners a lesson. There’s no need to consult Prince Cheng’en.”
“Even if Prince Cheng’en were here, I would still punish you!”
The Old Lady’s voice was firm.
Yun Yan proudly chimed in, “Fourth sister, outsiders may not know, but we are well aware. I helped you fabricate a lie in front of Prince Cheng’en, allowing you to enter the Crown Prince’s Mansion as you wished. Now Prince Cheng’en believes that you are carrying his child. But because of this, you shouldn’t provoke Grandmother or contradict her. Grandmother wants to teach you a lesson, and I can’t intercede for you anymore.”
Yun Nian rolled her eyes.
She owed you an Oscar!
The original host was married off and used fake pregnancy medicine to deceive Prince Cheng’en, with the silent consent and support of Old Madam Yun.
Although the original host was the legitimate daughter of the Yun family, for some unknown reason, the Old Lady favored Yun Yan, who was born from a concubine.
It seemed that the saying, a child with a mother is a treasure, a child without a mother is like a weed, was indeed true.
“Today, I will admonish you. In the Yun family, you cannot act recklessly!”
The Old Madam raised her hand, ready to use the family law on Yun Nian.
A hint of coldness flashed in Yun Nian’s narrowed eyes.
If she fought back, would she cripple the Old Madam?
“Old Madam!”
The Old Madam’s cane was raised, and suddenly, a follower by Yun Zhen’s side ran over and said, “Old Madam, someone from Princess Royal’s Mansion has arrived. They want the fifth Lady to go over.”
“What?”
Upon hearing that someone from Princess Royal’s Mansion had come, Old Madam Yun’s expression became slightly serious.
“What is the purpose of Princess Royal’s Mansion’s visit?”
Princess Royal had always loved Prince Cheng’en.
Could it be that she found out about the marriage plot and came to seek justice?
Thinking of this, the Old Madam glared fiercely at Yun Nian again.
Yun Nian treated her as if she were nobody.
She only thought that Princess Royal Jing An was a respectable person.
In the original book, this Princess Royal eventually committed suicide for Xiao Chengjun…
The Old Madam immediately put down the family law and hurriedly said, “Yan’er, quickly tidy up and come with me to meet the people from Princess Royal’s Mansion.”
The status of Princess Royal was as honorable as the Empress, and even the Emperor had to show her three points of respect.
The Emperor was raised by Princess Royal since childhood, treating her like a sister and a mother.
Yun Yan tugged at her handkerchief and said, “Grandmother, could it be that the people from Princess Royal’s Mansion are here to seek justice? I’m afraid…”
“Don’t be afraid, Yan’er. With Grandmother here, even if it’s Princess Royal, she won’t force you.” Only then did Yun Yan feel somewhat relieved.
Just as Yun Yan and Old Madam Yun were about to get up, they heard the follower say, “Old Madam… they also want the fourth Lady to go along.”
The Old Madam frowned upon hearing this.
“What does she need to go for?”
“I… I don’t know. This is how the message from Princess Royal’s Mansion was delivered.”
Yun Nian furrowed her brows slightly.
Could it be that this Princess Royal is here to hold her accountable?
Because she had taken the place of the original host and ruined her nephew’s marriage?
“Since the people from Princess Royal’s Mansion want to see you, you should go with them. Keep your mouth shut and don’t speak recklessly!”
Old Madam Yun warned sternly.
Yun Nian pursed her lips.
This was not easy to say.
If the people from Princess Royal’s Mansion were here to cause trouble for her, she couldn’t just stay silent if scolded, right?
The main hall of the Yun family was filled with gifts.
There were top-grade ginseng, deer antler, bird’s nest, Reishi mushrooms, as well as fine silk and satin, pearl jewelry, and more…
Yun Yan’s eyes lit up at the sight of them.
So many good things, all sent by Princess Royal’s Mansion?
Could it be that the news of her divorce from Prince Cheng’en had reached Princess Royal’s ears, and she sent these gifts to persuade her to stay?
The wealth and status of the Crown Prince’s Mansion did tempt her, but unfortunately, Prince Cheng’en himself was unreliable.
He had lost his position as the Crown Prince.
If only he were still the Crown Prince, it would be so much better!
She wouldn’t have to go through the trouble of divorcing him.
Old Madam Yun, though not as money-minded as Yun Yan, was also a little confused by these lavish gifts.
Before she could speak, the other party spoke first.
“Old Madam Yun, I apologize for the disturbance.”
The Old Madam didn’t dare to be presumptuous and quickly smiled, “Aunt Su Bai, I have neglected you. I wonder what brings you here…”
Su Bai glanced at the gifts they brought and smiled faintly, “These are gifts from Her Royal Highness Grand Pricess…”
As she spoke, she paused slightly and looked behind Old Madam Yun.
Yun Nian felt that ever since Su Bai arrived, she had been staring at her.
Her gaze was not friendly.
Yun Nian focused on her breathing, pretending not to notice.
Su Bai continued, “These small trinkets are a token of goodwill from Her Royal Highness, to Lady Yun.”
Yun Yan’s eyes lit up at the mention of this.
Were they really meant for her?!
The esteemed Princess Royal is indeed wealthy.
Does she refer to these fine things as mere trinkets?
Subsequently, she began to feel troubled.
If Aunt Su Bai were to advise her against breaking off the engagement with Prince Cheng’en, what should she do?
Old Madam Yun was not one to be confused by a few valuable items.
“Aunt Su Bai, I wonder what Princess Royal intends with these?”
Yun Nian pondered for a moment.
She recalled that in the original novel, there was no mention of Princess Royal giving gifts.
Could her arrival have caused a deviation in the plot?
Speaking of Aunt Su Bai, she was originally a palace maid who later followed Princess Royal out of the palace and became her trusted confidante.
It is said that even a low-ranking official in a prime minister’s household is still a fifth-grade official, not to mention a maid who served in the palace.
One can easily discern her status from Lady Yun’s complimentary attitude towards her.
Aunt Su Bai’s tone remained calm.
“These items are compensation for Lady Yun. Princess Royal asked me to pass on a message to Lady Yun, expressing her sympathy for any grievances she may have endured…”
Upon hearing this, Yun Yan immediately put on a magnanimous demeanor.
“I am unworthy of Princess Royal’s kindness. Offering to help my sister is my voluntary choice, and I do not feel wronged.”
Aunt Su Bai’s eyebrows slightly furrowed upon hearing this.
Yun Nian silently played the role of an invisible person, as long as she wasn’t causing trouble for her.
Yun Yan, on the other hand, was overjoyed by the compensation she received, oblivious to Aunt Su Bai’s subtle expression.
“Princess Royal has a message and wishes me to ask Fourth Lady,” Aunt Su Bai added.
Yun Nian raised her gaze, but before she could speak, Lady Yun preemptively interjected, “I wonder what doubts Princess Royal has? I, as an elder, can provide answers for her!”
Princess Royal must surely be questioning the matter of the substitute marriage, and Lady Yun had already prepared her excuses.
She would shift all the blame onto Yun Nian at once…
“Does Fourth Lady truly carry the child of Prince Cheng’en?”
Little did they expect that Aunt Su Bai was inquiring about Yun Nian’s condition…