After Rebirth, She Becomes the Revenge Queen-Chapter 206 - 205: Dongpo Pork Elbow and Osmanthus Wine

After Fu Zhen parted ways with Pei Zhan, she went to look for Xie Yu. On the way, she met Liang Zhi and learned that Zhang Cheng and Yang Tong had already escorted her back to the He Family. Knowing she was safe, she felt relieved.

In the following days, with the Crown Prince’s capping ceremony approaching, there was no news from Pei Zhan.

Fu Zhen no longer distracted herself and devoted all her energy to diligently preparing for the wedding as per the protocols.

After all, her intended was the heir of the General Mansion in the court and the illustrious General Pingxi. Even though this marriage was a matter of expediency, it concerned the reputation of both families and the Cheng and Du families who mediated it. There was no room for any negligence in the formalities.

The mess inside Prince Rong’s Mansion would have to wait until she acquired the title rightfully. Focusing on it now would only cause unnecessary worry.

Several days passed in a blink, and the day after the Crown Prince’s capping ceremony, news spread in the court about the Minister of Rites intending to retire.

Lian Rong congratulated Xu Yin in the study: "Congratulations, sir. General He has secured his position as desired, and the Great General will surely fully recommend you to succeed as Minister of Rites!"

Xu Yin caressed the ebony hairpin in his hand: "It’s only the beginning, what’s there to congratulate?"

He frowned and said, "I hear Pei Zhan and Fu Zhen are getting married soon?"

Lian Rong pondered momentarily: "It is said to be on the eighteenth of May, just four or five days away."

A complex wave rose in Xu Yin’s eyes: "Pei Zhan has never taken an interest in anyone for years; how is it that in such a short time, he is marrying Fu Zhen?"

Lian Rong said, "Fu Zhen possesses extraordinary beauty, which is hard for most people to resist."

"But Pei Zhan is not just anyone."

Lian Rong weighed the matter: "What do you mean, sir?"

Xu Yin took a deep breath and put away the hairpin: "Remember to prepare a generous gift in advance, do not slack off."

...

As soon as Fu Zhen finished trying on her wedding clothes, Li Jiang brought in some news.

"Princess Yongping wanted to dismiss the imperial physician for Zhe Yu, but Princess Rong refused. Just now, Princess Yongping left the Prince’s Manor in a huff and returned to Xu Mansion."

Fu Zhen truly couldn’t fathom why Yongping wanted to withdraw the physician. Princess Rong had invested significant effort in nurturing Zhe Yu, hoping not to let her own power dwindle. It was also beneficial for Yang Zhan and the Yongping siblings.

Zhe Yu’s fate remained uncertain, yet Yongping not only put no effort into helping but even chose this crucial time to dismiss the physician?

Does she want Zhe Yu to die?

She sent Li Jiang away: "What does your General say?"

Since Zhe Yu was not yet dead, it was best he didn’t die at all. Although the conspiracy aimed at the internal affairs of Prince Rong’s Mansion, now that she knew Xu Yin had other secrets, naturally, she couldn’t let Xu Yin easily accomplish his wish.

If Yongping couldn’t dismiss the physician, there was no guarantee that Xu Yin wouldn’t secretly make another move against Zhe Yu.

"Our General has already arranged for people to keep an eye on the Zhe Family. I specially brought you this news."

Fu Zhen was relieved.

Three days before the wedding, Pei Zhan, who hadn’t been seen for days, finally set a meeting with her at a tofu shop.

It turned out that He Qunying and Xu Yin were indeed colluding. He Qunying’s crime of killing his wife was initially meant for severe punishment according to the law, but Xu Yin protected him at the court, citing the He Family’s significant contributions to Great Zhou. As He Qunying was the legitimate son, he managed a lenient sentence, getting demoted several ranks to serve as a junior officer in the military.

After the capping ceremony, all palace gate commanders received commendations, and He Qunying was promoted three ranks, now serving as a deputy general in the Capital Camp.

Fu Zhen said, "The He Family indeed shares ties with your family. Though He Qunying’s crime of wife-killing is unforgivable, it’s still not as insidious and malicious as Xu Yin. We must find a way to sever his ties with Xu Yin.

"Otherwise, He Qunying will surely suffer deeply, and the achievements that the He Family has earned will be destroyed by him.

"Handle the matter at hand, and then get to this quickly."

Years ago, when Liang Qin went to the He Family to mediate, He Huan harshly criticized him, which, although said in anger, left Liang Qin upset for a long time.

Liang Ning, therefore, wasn’t fond of visiting the He Family.

But in the end, the families supported each other to establish the nation, being life-and-death allies. It would indeed be petty to disregard the He Family’s safety over a few angry words.

Moreover, the He Family is, after all, a part of the General Mansion, with considerable strength. If Xu Yin exploits this, it’s an absolute no-win situation.

As matters unfolded, Fu Zhen became somewhat anxious to finalize the marriage.

Get it done quickly, so she could address other matters freely.

...

Eventually, it was the wedding day.

It was lavish beyond compare.

Fu Zhen estimated that everyone from the court attended the wedding.

Yet, with Liang Chen and others ensuring everything, the ceremony proceeded surprisingly smoothly. No one made things difficult for Pei Zhan, nor did anyone disrupt the wedding night.

At night, Ziyan attended to her side. Seeing Fu Zhen pull down the bridal veil and pour herself a cup of tea, she hastily stopped her hand: "Miss, you must wait for the General to return before you can leave the bed."

Fu Zhen gently brushed off her hand: "The General won’t mind. You and Bixi go eat, no need to stay with me."

Ziyan tidied her clothes: "In such times, how can servants leave? Are you hungry? I’ll get you something to eat. They did say to you that you need not restrain yourself about what to eat or drink; just ask someone to bring whatever you like."

After saying this, even she, usually composed, couldn’t help but laugh: "Though General Pei gives the impression of being stern and hard to approach, Lady Pei seems rather amiable, not harsh at all."

Fu Zhen picked up an hourglass on the table with a smile: "She’s indeed nice. You should praise her often and flatter her when you see her."

Ziyan pressed her fingers to her lips: "How can you speak of the lady like that, Miss? Best to hold back a bit. This isn’t our home." After saying so, she added: "I’ll have Bixi bring something to eat."

Mrs. Ning assigned her along with Bixi and Zhang Cheng and Yang Tong to Fu Zhen. Correspondingly, Pei Zhan also left Li Jiang and Li Huai to Mrs. Ning.

After Ziyan left, Fu Zhen began pacing the room.

All the belongings in the room were her dowry, yet it was clear the room had been renovated. The placement of various furniture and utensils was surprisingly similar to her boudoir at the Liang Family.

After putting down the hourglass, she pushed open the window, and the night breeze swayed the red lanterns along the corridor, and two peach trees bearing fruits were clearly visible in the courtyard.

Pei Zhan was determined not to drink tonight.

At the banquet, he replaced the wine with water for a cursory toast, then left the party to Liang Zhi and Cheng Chili and calmly returned to the room.

Upon entering, he saw Fu Zhen, her head adorned with a pearl crown, sitting by the window, looking at the peach trees in the courtyard while cracking lychees with her hands.

He walked over, glancing at the peach trees and then at her: "Where are the attendants?"

"They went to get something to eat."

Pei Zhan presented her with the snack box he brought: "Here, take it."

Fu Zhen sniffed lightly: "Dongpo Pork?"

"And osmanthus wine."

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