The Scumbag favors his concubine and eliminates his wife? The tyrant invites me to indulge in an affair.

Summary

In the Chrysanthemum Courtyard, Song Li Qiao, five months pregnant, struggles with household chores under the watchful eye of Granny Xu. She is surprised when Zuo Qing Lan visits her, revealing that their wedding is set for three days later. Although she yearns for his affection, she feels conflicted about her situation. Zuo Qing Lan expresses regret for her hardships and promises her a better life, commanding harsh treatment for the servants who mistreated her. Meanwhile, at the Prime Minister's residence, Song Xiang reacts angrily to the wedding invitation, concerned for Song Li Qiao's future. Despite her family's worries, Song Li Qiao willingly accepts her fate and prepares for the wedding. The wedding at the Zuo Family is extravagant but overshadowed by rumors about Song Li Qiao's pregnancy. Guests avoid the event due to the political climate, and Old Madam Zuo disapproves of the marriage. In the bridal chamber, Song Li Qiao surprises Zuo Qing Lan by forgoing traditional rituals, expressing her discomfort with them. Zuo Qing Lan tries to mend their relationship by inviting her father, but this triggers an emotional outburst from Song Li Qiao, who refuses to see her parents. Zuo Qing Lan reassures her of his feelings, but she remains adamant about severing ties with her family. Three days later, Song Li Qiao returns home as Your Majesty's troops arrive in the capital. At the Prime Minister's residence, Song Yao Zhi returns from her journey, greeted warmly by her family. Her mother and sister express concern for her well-being, and Song Yao Zhi reassures them, promising to take care of herself in the future.

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