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"One can be at peace for a moment, but not for a lifetime; it's always best to seek a permanent solution."

"What is Ah Jiu talking about?" Yang Mengchen's voice was so quiet that Long Xuanmo did not hear her clearly.

"It's nothing," Yang Mengchen asked, "Yingtong's muteness has been cured, how could the Emperor, Empress Dowager, and Empress still agree to let Yingtong return?"

Long Xuanmo gazed deeply at Yang Mengchen as he answered, "Of course, it's because the gift Ah Jiu prepared greatly pleased our father, Royal Grandmother, and mother; Yingtong also praised Ah Jiu immensely, and Eldest Imperial Sister spoke well of Ah Jiu too. So, father, Royal Grandmother, and mother were very happy and unanimously agreed."

Glaring at Long Xuanmo, Yang Mengchen inwardly scoffed.

Do you really think I'm a fool? Even if Yingtong and the Eldest Princess speak well of me, those three high and mighty ones would not easily entrust Yingtong to this rural area, to associate with a mere peasant girl like me. There must be another reason.

Even though it was an unseemly gesture, Long Xuanmo felt that Ah Jiu looked adorable doing it, and a faint smile lifted the corners of his lips, "To tell the truth, Ah Jiu's gift was one thing, on the other hand, Royal Grandmother believes that Yingtong is pure-hearted and kind. If she stayed in the palace, she might once again be harmed.

Besides, mother has arranged for sister and Palace Maids to serve close by, so there's no worries about Yingtong losing the Royal family's etiquettes, which is why they agreed to let Yingtong return."

"It's clear that the Empress Dowager really loves and cares about Yingtong." The Empress Dowager's affection for Yingtong was very touching to Yang Mengchen.

With a flicker in his eyes, Long Xuanmo changed the topic, "Ah Jiu, I plan to send Yang Chengning to the military camp tomorrow."

"Wasn't it agreed to wait until after the spring?" Yang Mengchen looked at Long Xuanmo with a surprised expression.

Long Xuanmo's expression became slightly unnatural, but he quickly regained his composure, "After spring, Beiyue Country will frequently harass our borders. It would be good for Yang Chengning to start training earlier so that he can respond with ease when the time comes. Ah Jiu, don't worry, I have already sent a message to Mo Feng.

Although he will start as a foot soldier, Mo Feng and the others will take extra care, they won't let Yang Chengning encounter any danger." Could he say that he deliberately sent Yang Chengning away to stop him from pestering Ah Jiu? Clearly, he could not.

"We still haven't discussed my second brother's enlistment with the elders," Yang Mengchen furrowed her brows. "How about this, I'll talk to the elders tomorrow night. After my eldest brother and his wife return from their visit, my second brother can leave the day after. I also need to prepare some things for my second brother."

Second Brother has been yearning for the battlefield, diligently practicing martial arts and studying military strategies day and night for the past six months. He must be thrilled to know that he's going to the battlefield, but as for the elders... well, all she can do is try her best to persuade them.

Long Xuanmo nodded, as long as Ah Jiu agreed, a few days' delay was inconsequential.

When Yang Mengchen returned to her bedroom in Mengchen Courtyard, Pingping and Anan had just woken up. After the wet nurse finished feeding them, Yang Mengchen ordered Sister Jin and the others, including the wet nurse, to leave, keeping only Hai Tang with her. While playing with Pingping and Anan, she asked Hai Tang, "Regarding the Xiao family's matter, who else did you involve?"

"Prince Su," Hai Tang answered truthfully.

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Yang Mengchen's eyebrows lifted slightly, "Prince Su, after all, is a royal prince. Should the Emperor investigate, the consequences are obvious. How could you act so recklessly?"

"Prince Su angered Miss, we naturally wouldn't let him off!" Hai Tang said with righteous indignation, "Miss, rest assured, we only deliberately left some clues that target Prince Su when the Emperor and the Prince sent people to secretly investigate. No matter how the Emperor and the Prince probe, they won't trace it back to us;

Moreover, the Emperor also knows that the Prince has cleared the traces and even inquired about it with the Prince. The Prince didn't mention Prince Su, and the Emperor is very satisfied with the Prince's behavior of protecting his brother. At the same time, he has developed a dislike and wariness towards Prince Su.

If this kind of thing happens a few more times, Prince Su's dream of competing for the throne is pure delusion!"

"I know you are looking out for me, but if because of Prince Su something happened to you, it would not be worth it. Do you understand?"

Tears welled up in Hai Tang's eyes, filled with emotion and relief, "We understand! But Miss, Prince Su is cruel and ruthless, our family and Sir Xiao's family have already made an enemy of him. Once Prince Su ascends the throne, he will definitely not let our families or Sir Xiao's family off. We might as well strike first to prevent us from being helpless in the future."

Yang Mengchen knew that Hai Tang was making a very good point. Not to mention their connection to Long Xuanmo, in Prince Su's eyes, they had already been labeled as supporters of Prince Chen. Just because of the issue with the elder sister-in-law alone, Prince Su would not let them off. Hai Tang was not wrong in thinking this way.

"Prince said that the Emperor's health is still robust, and he could live another twenty or thirty years without a problem. With these twenty or thirty years, why don't we focus on expanding and strengthening our own power? By that time, not to mention Prince Su, no one will dare to touch our family in the slightest!"

"What does Miss imply?" Hai Tang's eyes suddenly lit up.

Yang Mengchen smiled, "Hai Tang, although we are officially mistress and servant, in practice, I regard you as family, treating you like a sister. We haven't spent much time together, but you are the person I trust most outside my family. There will be many occasions in the future when I'll need to rely on you, so I won't hide it from you.

Starting last year, my brothers and I have been gradually buying many orphans to train as our family's secret force. When the time is ripe, I will arrange for them to infiltrate various places and fields. Then, tell me, will we have to fear anyone?"

"Miss, rest assured, from now on, I will report everything to you before taking action, and will not act recklessly again. I will also swear to protect you and this home to the death!" Hai Tang was reassured, realizing that Miss had taken precautions long ago.

"Tomorrow I will take you to meet those Elite Guards, and when you have time, you can also give them some pointers." Thinking of Prince Su, a chill flashed in Yang Mengchen's eyes, "As for Prince Su, leave him to the Prince to deal with. Of course, you also keep a close watch on his every move.

If he really dares to have any foolish thoughts, I have plenty of ways to let him die naturally without leaving a trace."

Hai Tang respectfully responded, "Yes, Miss!"

"Take the antiseptic medicine and Antidote Pills from the cabinet and distribute them to those involved in this action.

Also, give Hua Jiye (the person posing as Old Lady Xiao's son) a bottle of Revival Pill to express my gratitude." Yang Mengchen instructed, she was not a Youming Palace Person, but those Youming Palace People were willing to risk their lives for her, and she was naturally grateful.

"I will thank Miss on their behalf!" Hai Tang believed that the effectiveness of the medicine concocted by Miss would certainly make the brothers and sisters in the palace overjoyed.

Yang Mengchen smiled nonchalantly and continued to play with the always quiet Pingping and Anan. Perhaps knowing that her sister had finished discussing business, Pingping and Anan grinned, babbling and speaking to her sister, which amused Yang Mengchen so much that she laughed heartily. Hai Tang was also very pleased to watch.

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