True Heiress Cuts Ties, The Marquis Household Bitterly Regrets-Chapter 278 - 277: Celebrating the Birthday!

"Times have changed."

Yu Nianzhao lazily said, "Though I don’t like to brag about myself, I must admit, in terms of supernatural skills, you can’t compare to me. If we truly want to solve the fundamental problem, I can go with you to Tomb Guard City and collectively resolve those evil spirits."

The family heads of the mystical sects exchanged glances, unsure of whether to agree with her.

"This matter is of great importance, we need to deliberate further."

Dongfang Hong frowned, pondering for a moment before giving his response.

The mystical sect indeed had little trust in the young Yu Nianzhao, yet they wished to reverse the situation, feeling deeply conflicted.

"Don’t wait too long, a storm is coming!"

Yu Nianzhao calmly dropped this line, then turned and left.

Recently, Shangjing was clouded heavily, as if predicting something.

After the fall of Duke Luu, as their relative by marriage, General Liu Fu beat the drum of injustice, crying tears in Jinluan Hall, revealing the truth that Liu Han was killed by Chu Wenjun.

Mr Lin vigorously defended, but at night, officials in Shangjing were all visited by dreams from Liu Han, waking in cold sweats.

Emperor Anqing issued a warrant for Chu Wenjun, and the family of Duke Luu Mansion was also affected.

Chu Wenjia was dead, Liu Yue had no children, and she returned as she wished to the Liu Family, severing all ties with the Chu Family.

Mr Lin’s legitimate daughter could not bear the shock and attempted suicide; Mr Lin seemed to have aged ten years all of a sudden, bringing his daughter back home, no longer speaking for the Duke Luu Mansion, and even mentioned to Emperor Anqing about his intention to retire early.

Emperor Anqing naturally tried to retain him on the surface, but after Mr Lin mentioned it repeatedly, he pretended by approving his retirement wish.

The court underwent a major overhaul, and officials close to Duke Luu and the empress dowager were investigated.

Yu Nianzhao went along, picking up many evil souls.

[Master, half the evil souls have already been gathered, nearly complete.]

[Does this mean we’ll be returning to the Underworld soon?]

"It’s not that simple, though Xin Kui’s presence has emerged, his trace is still elusive. Without capturing him, how could we return?"

Yu Nianzhao rested her chin on her hand, splashing cold water on Jiu.

[...Forget it, the human realm isn’t bad, though it’s not as carefree as the Underworld.]

[Occasionally consuming evil spirits in the human realm is a kind of diversion.]

While in the Underworld, Jiu could traverse heaven and earth at any time, but in the human realm, he must control his form so as not to frighten people unconscious.

"The priority now is to remove the Taiyin Evil from Xie Jiuxiao. It’s been increasingly active recently; without my Divine Power, he might truly be possessed."

Emperor Anqing hurriedly had the King Yan Temple granted to her completed, and recently moved the golden Buddha statue there.

Jing Rui, the temple’s caretaker, also did well, busying himself alongside them. Mr Zhao, who assisted previously, came by reputation, supporting for a few days in the King Yan Temple, under the guise of learning some mystical skills from her.

The continuous incense offerings finally elevated Yu Nianzhao’s Divine Power to forty percent.

With summer passing, Shangjing’s autumn was also about to arrive.

The Prince Su Mansion was silent, everyone seemed listless.

Even Ms Jiang showed no expression of laughter, sometimes casting a glance at Xie Jiuxiao and secretly wiping tears.

"What’s happened to the Prince Su Mansion lately? It feels eerily quiet."

Dongfang Chenyue whispered, not daring to speak loudly.

Dongfang Chenyuan wearily rubbed his brow, saying, "A storm is coming over the Great Chao Country, and...the Prince’s birthday is nearing."

Dongfang Chenyue was previously supposed to marry Xie Jiuxiao, how could she not know a thing about him?

Her gaze dimmed significantly, and she said, pouting, "Is this how it feels? I suppose, when I’m near death, everyone will be just as gloomy?" 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Dongfang Chenyuan raised his hand and flicked her forehead lightly, "What nonsense are you speaking? You and the Prince will both live long and prosperous lives."

"I’ve heard such words from family members since I was young, yet mother died, aunt died, too many relatives left..."

Dongfang Chenyue wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, attempting to smile, "It’s alright, I just said it casually, don’t take it to heart."

Dongfang Chenyuan pursed his lips saying nothing, all his eyes revealed a look of sorrow.

"What are you all doing here?"

Yu Nianzhao burst in like a splash of vivid color in dull darkness, pulling them from their sadness.

"Princess, what have you brought back?"

Dongfang Chenyuan clicked his tongue, staring at Mu Hongxuan and Yiu Renjian following behind her, carrying all sorts of things.

"A pot, and some spices, all personally purchased by me."

Yu Nianzhao clapped her hands and said, "Soon it will be Xie Jiuxiao’s birthday, I plan to make a hotpot at home for everyone to gather and eat birthday dinner."

Dongfang Chenyuan was shocked and said, "To celebrate the Prince’s birthday?"

Yu Nianzhao frowned and said, "Why not celebrate his birthday? Didn’t you celebrate before?"

Dongfang Chenyuan scratched his head and said, "It seems we really didn’t celebrate it, the Prince is not picky about these minor matters."

"How can it be minor? Celebrating a birthday is a very joyous occasion, isn’t it? Just listen to me, let’s celebrate his birthday properly."

Yu Nianzhao proceeded to decide, leaving others unable to refute.

A few days later, when Xie Jiuxiao returned, the Prince Su Mansion was festively decorated, those unaware might think the wedding date had moved up.

"Who arranged this?"

The sight was full of blooming red maples, and everywhere was festive red.

"It’s...Princess." Mu Hongxuan awkwardly smiled.

Xie Jiuxiao, who had frowned tightly just moments ago, relaxed his expression and sighed helplessly, "What is Zhaozhao up to again?"

"Princess wants to celebrate the Prince’s birthday."

"Celebrate the birthday?"

Xie Jiuxiao found the words distant.

"Ziyin, you’re back?"

The slimmed-down consort swayed her figure and walked over smiling, "Everyone’s waiting for you, oh, by the way, happy birthday, mother prepared a birthday present for you."

Xie Jiuxiao’s brows softened a great deal, gently responding, "Thank you, mother."

"Ziyin!"

Continuing inside, Emperor Anqing also arrived, beckoning him to sit together with a smile, "Come quick and eat hotpot, Zhaozhao had people try new flavors, it’s really quite good."

At the two large tables, Mr Ling’s family also came, all smiling as they greeted him.

Song Caiwei and Song Jiling were both invited by Yu Nianzhao, given that Xie Jiuxiao isn’t sociable and lacks friends, except for Mr Chen, who is considered a bosom friend, no one else comes to celebrate.

"Ziyin, happy birthday."

What moved Xie Jiuxiao the most was Yu Nianzhao walking over with a smile, taking his hand and placing the birthday gift in his palm, he felt his heart almost melting.

"Thank you, Zhaozhao!"

He could hear his own hoarse voice.

No matter what tomorrow holds, let’s bask in the joy of today!

After eating and drinking to satisfaction, many people had left, but Yu Nianzhao stayed by Xie Jiuxiao’s side, even members of the Dongfang Family came as promised, hiding in various corners of the Prince Su Mansion to prevent any sudden events.