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

Summary

In this chapter, Song Yao Zhi playfully teases Cen about his reluctance to let her find a male companion after his death, leading to a lighthearted moment before New Year's Eve. A heavy snowfall marks the occasion, and the Hui Dynasty prepares for a grand banquet. Song Yao Zhi expresses her concerns about wearing an extravagant crown and robe, but Cen reassures her that it's expected for the Empress. During the banquet, they celebrate the dynasty's prosperity alongside other families, including the Zuo family. Zuo Qing Lan toasts Song Xiang, causing tension with Song Li Qiao, who feels betrayed and lashes out at him. Their heated exchange reveals deep-seated frustrations and unresolved feelings. After returning home, Song Li Qiao sets her room ablaze in a moment of despair, leading to her disappearance amid the flames. The following day, Song Yao Zhi learns of her sister's fate and reflects on her choices, while the Prime Minister's residence is engulfed in chaos as Song Xiang and Lin Wan search for their daughter. Zuo Qing Lan arrives at the Prime Minister's house, desperate to find Song Li Qiao, but is turned away by Song Yao Zhi, who firmly states that her sister has severed ties with the family. As Zuo Qing Lan stands outside in the cold, he reminisces about a past moment with Song Li Qiao, revealing the complexity of their relationship.

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