"As you predicted, Miss," Hai Tang said in a room with only her and Yang Mengchen present. "Ms. Bei has made her move."

It turned out that Ms. Bei had written to Duke Anle's illegitimate eldest son, Liang Yun, threatening and tempting him with the Princely Heir's position to help her ruin Young Master Yao's reputation.

Liang Yun had always admired Ms. Bei and was desperate to seize the Princely Heir position of the Hou Mansion. Upon receiving her letter, which also alluded to the Bei family's relationship with Prince Chen (a fact Ms. Bei had deliberately let him know), he readily agreed to her plan.

Liang Yun, a classmate and good friend of Young Master Yao, insisted on thanking Young Master Yao for his help with his studies by inviting him to dine at the Drunken Immortal Tavern. During the meal, he took the opportunity to drug Young Master Yao with an aphrodisiac and arranged for a soft-featured Xiao Guan to come along, as well as deceiving his legitimate sister, Third Ms. Liang, into coming.

He then arranged for someone to catch them in the 'illicit affair' at the right moment.

This would both tarnish the reputation of Young Master Yao, who was supposed to lead a virtuous life (especially since homosexuality was despised in this time and place, and even those who indulged in it did so very secretly), and damage Third Ms. Liang, who had always had a strained relationship with Ms. Bei. As a result, Ms.

Bei would have a 'justifiable' reason to break off the engagement, effectively killing three birds with one stone.

"According to Liang Yun's confession, this was all Ms. Bei's idea, and he was merely the executor," Hai Tang said, her eyes shimmering with disdain and a murderous intent. "If this malicious plan had succeeded, Young Master Yao and Third Ms. Liang's reputations would have been completely destroyed, their lives ruined forever. Ms. Bei is even more vicious than a snake or scorpion."

Yang Mengchen's expression remained as calm as still water, her dark eyes unfathomably deep. "Hand over Liang Yun and the evidence to Prince Chen, and withdraw your men as well," she said.

The incident involved the Bei, Yao, and Duke Anle families. Prince Chen had once said that both the Bei family and the Duke Anle Mansion were his people, and the Yao family had always remained neutral, so it was more appropriate to leave the matter to Prince Chen for disposal.

Hai Tang respectfully complied, "Yes, Miss."

Yang Mengchen no longer paid attention to the matter. Firstly, the fate of Ms. Bei was already sealed, and secondly, with the end of the year approaching, there were many other matters awaiting her arrangement.

"Uncle Xiao, Aunty Xiao, I've prepared some New Year goods, as well as some snacks for your journey," Yang Mengchen said as she handed several small porcelain vials to Xiao Hongtao. Upon learning a few days ago that they were heading to the capital for the festival, she had begun making arrangements. "These are Antidote Pills, antiseptic medicine, and so on. Keep them safe for emergencies."

The Xiao Hongtao Couple and Xiao Wanxue were so touched they could hardly speak, tears brimming in their eyes.

After his sons were born, Xiao Hongtao had written several letters to his father regarding their inclusion in the family registry. Only by being entered into the registry could his sons truly be considered members of the Xiao family, but he had received no response.

Xiao Hongtao had been planning to personally visit the capital when, a few days ago, his father suddenly sent a trusted envoy to ask them to return to the capital for the festival and explicitly to bring their sons. Xiao Hongtao was puzzled. He knew that in previous years his father only asked them to send New Year goods but never allowed them to visit the capital or to pay respects to his aunt.

Even though he was confused and curious, this invitation coincided with Xiao Hongtao's own intentions, so the family was preparing to leave for the capital the next day.

Clapping her hands, a man and five women walked in and bowed respectfully to Yang Mengchen.

Yang Mengchen raised her hand and then explained and repeatedly reminded Uncle Xiao and the others, "They are skilled in martial arts and medical skills. Remember to keep them by your side at all times, and once you return from the capital, they will resume their original positions."

Old Lady Xiao was duplicitous and vicious, and it was nearly impossible for Uncle Xiao and the others to guard against her. Since Pingping and Anan were still very young, Yang Mengchen was really worried, so she specially arranged for five Elite Guards to protect them closely (she required all Elite Guards to learn the most basic medical skills, as well as various emergency measures).

"Thank you, Chenchen (Sister Mengchen)!" said Lady Xiao and Xiao Wanxue, holding tightly to Yang Mengchen's hands on either side, their tears falling profusely.

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