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

Summary

Song Yao Zhi is returning to the Prime Minister's residence in a carriage, captivated by the bustling marketplace outside, a stark contrast to her previous confinement. Her brother, Song Cheng He, expresses concern over her decision to distance herself from Xiao Zi Jian, suggesting she consult their family first. Song Yao Zhi defends her actions, citing the Empress Dowager's overbearing nature and her need to protect Qing Wu. Her father, Song Xiang, reassures her of his support against the Empress Dowager, which deeply moves her. Upon arriving home, Song Yao Zhi encounters her nervous stepmother, Lin Wan, who is relieved when Yao Zhi calls her "Mother." Lin Wan's emotional reaction highlights the family's dynamics, and after a brief family exchange, Yao Zhi settles into her old courtyard. She later instructs her maid, Song Lu, to monitor public sentiment regarding her and Xiao Zi Jian among the nobility.

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