義母は乞食と結婚するように私に頼みましたが、私は皇帝を拾いました

義母は乞食と結婚するように私に頼みましたが、私は皇帝を拾いました

Mom, Suisui has learned about so many herbs. Next time, she can go pick them herself. Suisui, wait here for mom. I’ll be right back. Who’s there? Big Miss, please, don’t get rough. We’re servants from the Jiang house. The master sent us to bring you home. Jiang house? It’s fine. Mom, are you okay? Mom’s fine. After all these years, suddenly asking us to go back, it can’t be anything good. I was just thinking about getting back my mom’s dowry. Go tell your master. I get it. I’ll go back when I have time. Come out. Why are you here? Wu Zun, I’ve got some things to take care of at the Jiang house. I’ll leave things here to you guys for now. If anything comes up, just contact me anytime. Yes. Mom, your dowry from back then, your daughter should go claim it now. Ah! Mom, what’s wrong? Had a nightmare? Ha, I dreamed about Xiangling. It’s already midday and you’re still sleeping? Today’s the day for the bouquet toss to pick a husband. If you don’t want a good match, don’t drag me down with you. Hurry up, got it? Ah, you really think you’re some big shot, huh? If dad couldn’t trade you for a bride price, he wouldn’t have bothered bringing you back. Who knew you’d show up with some wild kid. Should’ve just let you die out there. Ahhhhhh! Don’t stop me! Let me vent a little! Don’t hit me! It’s fine. Jiaojiao, you’ve got to make sure that bouquet lands in Qi Zhao’s hands. Once the exam’s over next month, he’ll be the top scholar. Yeah, Jiaojiao, the whole Jiang family’s counting on you now. Dad, Mom, don’t worry, I won’t let you down. Tch, who says it’ll land in Qi Zhao’s hands? That’s not a sure thing. And you bringing that wild kid, you’ve embarrassed the Jiang family. Figure it out yourself. A bunch of fools who can’t see real talent. My mom learned from Xuan Yun. Her embroidery skills are top-notch. It’s your fault for sending mom to the farm, ignoring her for over ten years. Serves you right for mistaking a pearl for a pebble. Oh, there you are. Sis, Qi Zhou isn’t here yet anyway, you toss it first. Mom, I believe in you. Go ahead and toss it. Where are you going? Cuicui’s coming with you. Hey. Hey hey hey, Liu Wei! No, no, no, no, no! Ah, mom! Ohhhhh! Alright, heh heh. Oh, sis, I was just worried no one would want your bouquet, so I helped you out on purpose. You probably blame me, huh? You’ve embarrassed the Jiang family. Take it, take it! The dog saw it! Tell me! Oh, am I really that lucky with my words? Qi Zhou. Thanks for helping me toss the bouquet to Qi Zhao. You—ahhh! Didn’t expect it, didn’t expect it! Jiang Li’s bouquet actually landed with Qi Zhao. Who knows if Orange can accept the shoes nobody wants, ha ha! Sorry, I’m not the one with a broken heart this month. Why’d it land with me? How did a single mom’s bouquet end up with me? Come on, get up there! Go on, get up! Hurry, hurry, get up there! Hurry up, don’t be shy! Master, what do we do now? Hmph, Dad, you rebellious girl, did you have to fight your sister for it? I—ow, ow! My back, my back! Ah! Dad, you’re getting old. Careful not to throw your back out. How can you treat Dad like this? Besides, Qi Zhao’s gonna be the top scholar, why would he want a single mom’s bouquet? My mom’s not damaged goods! If she hadn’t pushed my mom, the bouquet might not have landed with him. Exactly, hmph, Dad, even if you tossed it for your sister, toss it again. Fine! Let everyone see if you’re breaking the rules. The eldest daughter, huh? Alright, alright, you’ve got a mind of your own now, I can’t control you anymore. Ahh, hey! Dad, just hurry up and toss your bouquet! I Jiaojiao, toss it again! Hey! Listen up! Hey, Dad, what’s with that crowd up ahead? Maybe there’s something cool. Let’s go check it out. Hey, Yuanbao, so what if he’s a scholar? As long as I can toss it to someone even better, Jiang Li will still be beneath me. Ah! Ah! Yuanbao, chill, don’t get all worked up! The bouquet actually landed in a homeless guy’s hands. Dad, shouldn’t you catch me first? How do you even catch a ball? Is this the bouquet from the storybooks? Oh no, it’s almost over, what should I do? Dad still hasn’t found Mom yet. Am I about to lose my innocence? The bouquet actually landed in a homeless guy’s hands. Sigh, I guess Jiang Li just has all the luck. Congratulations! That’s great! Dad, is it too late to run now? Looks like there’s no way to escape. Isn’t this guy the homeless man from my dream? Ah, you—you little brat, how dare you push me! You tried to hurt my mom, what did you expect? Serves you right! Bleh bleh bleh, hmmph. You said it yourself. I told you not to bring that wild kid here. Now look what happened. You didn’t just embarrass our Jiang family, now you’re dragging your sister down too. She was the one who tried to hurt my mom first! Are you all blind? You little brat, how dare you talk back? Just wait till I smack you. If you have so much free time, maybe you should figure out what to do about Jiang Jiaojiao first! You—hmmph, ma’am, I don’t want to marry that stinky homeless guy! Sir, Jiaojiao is our only daughter. Enough, enough. Hurry up and pay them, get that bouquet back. This was just an accident, it doesn’t count. Huh, what? There’s a rule like that? There’s never been a rule like that, ever. Since the bouquet’s already in his hands, Miss Jia’er, you have to marry him, whether you want to or not. That’s right. If you marry a chicken, follow the chicken. If you marry a dog, follow the dog. How can you say it doesn’t count just because he’s homeless? Or is your Jiang family trying to use this to climb up the social ladder? Exactly, how could that be? Don’t worry, everyone. Of course, our Jiang family keeps our word. I don’t care, I’d rather die than marry that stinky homeless guy! Hmmph, ah-ha! Jiaojiao, sir Hey, hey, where are you going? Let’s get home, now. And bring that homeless guy with you too. Come on, don’t embarrass us in public. Oh, ha ha. Alright, how much money do you want? Is $120 enough? Take this money and leave town. Pretend the bouquet never happened. What do you mean by that? It’s not like we wanted to catch the bouquet. My dad and I just left the palace looking for my mom, we didn’t mess with anyone. Besides, we can choose not to marry, but we won’t let people insult us like this. This money should last you a lifetime. Just look at you, I bet you’ve never seen this much money before. What are you doing? You’ve got it all wrong. Let me tell you, the Jiang family offering you money is just being polite. If you don’t know what’s good for you, do you really think you deserve to marry our daughter? Hmph. You should take a good look at your pathetic self in the mirror. Calling you a toad is a compliment. You’re the ones who set up this bouquet toss for marriage. Now that you didn’t get a rich guy, you want to back out? Why don’t you just sell your daughter off then? You Hmph, you’ve got some nerve talking to me like that. A stinky homeless guy really thinks he’s somebody. So what if he’s homeless? Even if he’s got nowhere to go, and barely anything to eat, at least he never abandoned his kid. That shows he’s got real character. Who says he won’t have a bright future? Besides, even if he’s down and out right now, he’s still polite and dignified, and he doesn’t sell out for money. If you ask me, some people here aren’t even as good as this homeless guy. In my dream, he turned into a dragon. It’s weird, but maybe that’s fate between us. Who knows, maybe he really will make something of himself. He’s definitely better than you bullies. Ha. You I get it now. Jiang Li, are you helping them because you actually like that stinky homeless guy? Fine, then you marry him! Just give me my brother back. Good thing I dressed up as a homeless guy before leaving the palace, now I won’t have any romantic trouble. After all, what kind of girl would want to marry a homeless man? Yeah, sir, Jiaojiao’s not up for it, but there’s still Jiang Li. Ungrateful brat. If you like her so much, then you can marry her for your sister. I’d like to see what kind of life you’ll have with her. Fine, I’ll marry him. Alright. Miss Jiang, I don’t have a penny to my name, if you marry me, I’m afraid Besides, I never planned to get married anyway. So what if it’s just because of the bouquet? We’ve got hands and feet, we can take care of ourselves. Leaving the Jiang family for good will actually make things easier for me, and I can use this chance to get my mom’s dowry back. Hmph. My mom is amazing, you’re not losing out on this marriage. Dad, I think this time I really can’t escape. Hmm. A rich girl with this kind of attitude? Looks like she’s not ordinary either. Mom, Dad, did you hear that? She said she’ll marry that stinky homeless guy! Then let’s just make it happen. Sir, you really want to marry your daughter off to a homeless guy? Only someone as clueless as you would treat a homeless guy like a treasure. Fine, I’ll make it happen. Alright. Hmph. You can all get lost now. Don’t worry, I’ll make sure Jiang Li marries him tomorrow. Dad, what do we do now? We have to try. Weren’t we supposed to find Mom after leaving the palace? But things don’t seem to be going well at the Jiang house. What kind of father marries his daughter off to a homeless guy? If Mom found out, do you think she’d help them? Ugh, I’m going to fall to my death! Don’t cry, don’t cry, it’s okay. I let my guard down for a second, and someone drugged me. There’s no cure for this, I have to find someone—who am I? Mm-hmm. There’s still hope, just consider this your payment for giving me the antidote. Stay calm and clear-headed, what you think is true. Ah! You saved me—don’t talk. Even a blind star can have this kind of talent? Impressive. Now it’s your turn to save me. Don’t worry, I’m not going to make you take responsibility for me. You’re badly hurt, so I’ll take care of it myself for now. After returning to the palace, I worked quickly to get rid of the factions, I took the throne just so I could bring her into the palace as soon as possible. But after that, there was no sign of him. I thought Yuanbao’s appearance would be a clue, but five years have passed, and I still haven’t found anything. Your mom is very kind, so, so we need to be like her, and save them from this mess first, we can deal with everything else later. Let’s go. Sir, I’ll hurry and prepare Jiaojiao’s dowry now. Our Jiaojiao is going to be a top scholar’s wife! We have to make sure she marries in style. Hmm. Xiangling, it’s too late to regret it now. You’re the one who said you wanted to marry that stinky homeless guy. I’ll marry him, but I have one condition. I want the lock my mom brought when she married into the Jiang family. Oh. Sir, that woman’s dowry was worth half the Jiang family’s fortune, we can’t give it to her. Nonsense. You think you’re marrying a good guy? You broke homeless guy, if I really gave you that money, it’d be like throwing meat to a dog. Well, there’s nothing I can do then. Since Dad’s not forcing it, I can’t help it either. So Jiaojiao can marry instead. Let’s go. Hmph. Come on, Dad, it’s just a little money, just give it to her. You really want to see me marry that stinky homeless guy? See, we’ll definitely give her the money, but you, you greedy girl, now you’re asking for the moon. We’ll have to think of something. If it doesn’t work out, we can always swap the bride at the last minute. So, ma’am, you mean Whoever gets sent from the Jiang house, it’s up to us who it is, right? Ah, right, Mom! Even if Jiang Li finds out, it’ll be too late by then. Are you sure he won’t notice? Don’t worry, sir, I guarantee he won’t notice a thing. Congratulations! What a blessing from above! Today, our Jiang family is marrying off our daughter, thank you all for coming to celebrate. Hahaha! Hey, look! The bridal car from the Jiang family looks way fancier than Jiang Jiaojiao’s. Yeah, didn’t they say Jiang Jiaojiao was the most spoiled one in the Jiang family? Guess you didn’t know this, huh? Jiang Jiaojiao’s marrying a beggar. How can a beggar be that big? What’s the point? Who’d want to end up with that? Seriously. Mom, why did you help him get better? What for? You’re just making her overshadow me on purpose. Jiaojiao. Your sister’s about to marry into the Juzi family. Just let it go, don’t get worked up over this. So what if she gets to show off a little longer? Once the bridal car arrives, you’ll realize you’re the unlucky one marrying a beggar. Mom, something’s off. There’s gotta be something fishy going on. Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing. Okay. Alright, get in the car. Don’t miss the lucky hour. Alright, alright, hurry up and get in! Hmph. Wait! What do you want now? Let me think, that’s actually the direction of the Qi family. How come I’m marrying Qi Zhao? Isn’t it supposed to be me? Heh, how come I’m marrying Qi Zhao? Isn’t it supposed to be me? What’s going on? Didn’t you say he’d never notice? How was I supposed to know he’d catch even this? Um, what’s happening? Is the Jiang family trying to pull a switcheroo? I knew it, no way they’d let Jiang Jiaojiao marry over there. Turns out they’re swapping dresses and swapping brides. So what if it’s all an act? Just tell Qi Zhao the truth, he already knows everything. He’s not interested in you at all. If you know what’s good for you, go marry that stinky beggar. Otherwise, nobody would even want your worn-out shoes for free. I told you, if you want me to marry a beggar, fine, but only if you give me back my mom’s dowry. Otherwise, nobody’s getting married today. Hmm, I’d really like to see whether you care more about money or your daughter Jiang Jiaojiao. Yang Jian is so handsome! Mom, just give them the money already! After the imperial selection, Qi Zhao’s basically the top scholar. Does he really care about a little cash? Dad, come on, just go get it! Here, all your mom’s dowry is right here, okay? Over eighty percent of the Jiang family’s gold and silver came from my mom’s dowry. And you still have the nerve to say stuff like that. But whatever, I’ll get back every single thing that belongs to my mom. Thanks, bro. Hmph. This little bit of silver is my gift to you. Because from now on, you and I will be worlds apart. Jiang Jiang Jiang, you really think marrying Qi Zhao is your happily ever after? Still better than you marrying a stinky beggar. Let me tell you, I’ll spend my whole life keeping you under my heel. Fine, let’s wait and see. Nyeh nyeh nyeh! Ah, Mom, Dad, look at them—alright, alright! Jiaojiao, you’re going to be the top scholar’s wife now. You’ll be able to deal with them however you want. Hurry and get in the car, don’t waste any more time. The groom’s getting impatient! Hmph. Let’s go! Alright, we’re off! Dad, do we really have to make it look this realistic? Even the straw hut—do we have to go all out with the act? Well, at least it gives us another place to crash. Okay. I just hope we find Mom soon. Hehe! Yuanbao! Mm-hmm! Sorry, it’s so run-down here, hope you guys don’t mind. It’s fine, really! I heard all the heroes from Huaben live here. So cool! Come sit down first. Okay. Oh right, I’m Jiang Li. She’s Sui Sui. What are your names? Yingkuang. I’m Yuanbao’s mom. Newlyweds from Huaben! A spring night is worth a thousand gold. Shouldn’t you and Dad be having your wedding night? Hehe! Wedding night? No, no, no way! Just kidding! Dad’s been loyal to Mom all this time, okay? So many rich girls wanted into the palace, but Dad turned them all down. Mom! Mm, Yuanbao, do they not really like me? Uh, of course not, I I mean, let’s get moving, right now! Haha! Hey, where are you going? What are you doing? Hey hey hey hey! Sisi’s waking up! Hey! Su Su Su! Hehehe, yay! After the wedding night, Dad and Mom are officially married. No one will call me a kid without a dad anymore, and no one will insult Mom either. Don’t worry, if anyone bullies you again, I’ll chase them off for sure! Mm, Dad, I just can’t say no when I see Sui Sui looking so sad. It’s all up to you now. You’ve gotta win the girl like a hero! Alright. Let’s go. Sui Sui, you’re sleeping with me tonight. You get the bed, bro sleeps on the floor. Hmph! Don’t worry about me, I’ll just sleep on the floor. No way, you’ll catch a cold down there. The bed’s big enough, we’ll just split it. Don’t worry about me, I’m strong, I’ll be fine. Don’t worry about me. Why is my heart beating so fast? Why do I feel like he’s kind of familiar? Don’t worry, get some rest. We have to visit the family tomorrow. Ah! Ah! How is he so quick? Oh. Mm, Sui Sui used to knock things over all the time as a kid, so I got used to it. Hey, weren’t you going to sleep on the floor? Go to bed already, don’t waste your rest. Oh man, mm-hmm, ah! Aqi, you’re awake! Mm, where’s Yuanbao? Dad said he’s making breakfast for us. Yuanbao went to help. Ha! Are you sure they’re making breakfast, not burning down the house? Honestly, I think that’s possible. Oh boy! Ah, mm! Eh hehehehehe! It’s not our fault! Dad and I grew up pampered, never cooked a meal in our lives. Alright, you two little rascals, go wash your faces. We’ll handle things in here. Go on, go on! Hehehe! If only she really was my mom. Don’t worry, one day, we’ll find your real mom. All cleaned up—come eat! Wow, it smells amazing! It’s even better than the palace kitchen! Oops, did I just say that out loud? Yuanbao, you’ve eaten palace food before? Of course not! He just heard it from people on the street. Yeah, yeah, I just meant your cooking is definitely better than the palace kitchen! Then eat up! Good thing you react fast when paying. See, I told you my mom’s awesome! She’s not just a great cook, she’s a skilled doctor too! No! Your Majesty! The Empress Dowager’s illness has flared up again! Please come back with us immediately! Please come back with us immediately! No, no, stop! Don’t do anything crazy! We’ll pay you back, promise! Yeah, it’s just 52 silver coins, right? No need to get all aggressive! Yes. Your Majesty, this is A silver mine. If you were in trouble, why didn’t you say so? It’s just 52 coins, I brought way more than that from the Jiang family. Yeah, Dad, you and Mom are married now, we’re family, we share everything, good times and bad. Mm, I know marrying me is already a lot for you, if I have to take your money too, I You’re the one I, Jiang Li, have chosen. I don’t care about that stuff. Just wait here. Take this and pay off the debt. From now on, let’s live a good life together. Dad, I get you, and honestly, you’re pretty lovable. Stop talking nonsense! I’ll go handle the paperwork first. Mm, go ahead. Let’s go! Yuanbao’s dad, eat more veggies! Mm-hmm! While I’m gone, make sure you protect them. I’ll be back as soon as I’m done with palace business. Mm, don’t worry, I’ve got it covered. What happened? Why are you guys in such a rush to stir things up? Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager’s heart condition flared up again. You should hurry back to the palace and check on her. Quick, back to the palace! Oh my gosh! Oh no! What are we supposed to do about this situation? Mother. Mother. I’m old and useless now. I just left the palace and already made you worry. Mother, what are you saying? I’ll definitely find a way to make you feel better. You still haven’t figured out how to help Mother feel better? Reporting to Your Majesty. We’re at a loss. We can only stabilize the Empress Dowager’s condition for now. But if this keeps up, I’m afraid her health… I understand. You all may go for now. If we can figure out what’s troubling her, maybe we can cure Zhang Qin too. Your humble servant greets Your Majesty. I need to stay in the palace and keep watch. Mother. Go prepare a generous gift for the Jiang family, say it’s a congratulatory present for Miss Jiang’s homecoming. Miss Jiang. When did Your Majesty start saying that to the Jiangs? Yes, I’ll go right away. Hmph, Jiang Li, why is it just you three for the homecoming visit? Where’s your beggar husband? You’re probably embarrassed to bring him along, aren’t you? Ha, stop trying to stir up trouble. My dad had something come up last minute, he’ll be here as soon as he’s done. What important business could a stinky beggar possibly have? Don’t worry, sis, everyone in the city knows by now, you sold yourself for a few lousy coins, willingly married a stinky beggar. Whether he comes or not, people will laugh at you either way. Mm-hmm-hmm, mm-mm. Jiang Li, you really picked up a sesame and dropped a watermelon. Exactly, that little bit of money means nothing. If you’d married a top scholar, you could have anything you wanted. He knows he’s only good enough for a beggar. Otherwise, someone who’s not even married yet, already had a kid with him out of wedlock, what a disgrace. Dreaming of becoming my wife? Only a real heiress like Jiao Jiao deserves that spot. That’s nonsense! What a lousy tune. My mom just doesn’t like you. You haven’t even passed the palace selection yet, already putting on airs. Better watch out or you’ll end up rejected, and be the laughingstock of everyone. Hmph, with morals like yours, I don’t even know how you passed the imperial exam. When the final selection comes, I’ll make sure Father gives him a good lesson. Alright, honey, don’t stoop to their level. Once you become the top scholar, they’ll be the ones crying. Let’s go inside, don’t keep Mom and Dad waiting. Stop right there! Hey, Manager, what else do you want? Get lost! Ha, the eldest sister is here, how could you go in before me? Have you forgotten all about seniority and respect? Jiang Li, how dare you hit me! Bringing a bastard child and marrying a beggar, now you’re lording it over us? If you know what’s good for you, slink off to the side door with your tail between your legs. No need to embarrass yourself here. That’s right, I’m the future wife of the top scholar, you’re nothing compared to me, beggar woman. I don’t care who you think you are, let me tell you, as long as you’re in the Jiang house, I’m your big sister. Not only do I get to walk ahead of you, even if I make you serve me tea, that’s what you should do. I’m going. Mm. Honey. Stop! Jiao Jiao’s showing off. Ugh, so annoying. You—ah ah ah—honey! Jiang Li, what are you Come here! Wow! So impressive! Nice! Jiang Li. I—I’m telling you, my husband is a top imperial scholar, after the palace selection, he’ll be made a marquis or a minister. Don’t regret it then. Alright, let’s let everyone judge, whether someone who doesn’t respect elders, doesn’t know their place or follow the rules, should even pass the palace selection. Hmph, hahaha, ahahaha! You really think just a few rumors from you can shake my husband’s position? Sister Zhang is calling. My husband, that’s me. Let’s go. Sis, you go first. Mm, that’s more like it. Sui Sui, Yuan Bao, let’s go. That bitch, I’m going to teach her a lesson later. Don’t worry, I’ve already got the homecoming gift ready. I don’t believe it, she married a beggar, what good gift could she possibly bring him? Hmph. Let’s go. Aiya! Master Jiang, congratulations, congratulations, congratulations, congratulations, congratu Please, come inside. Hahahahaha, uh. It’s a big day, some people really don’t need to come back, just to embarrass the Jiang family. Embarrassing! Grandpa, when Grandma married you, weren’t you penniless too? You lived off her money, then turned around and raised your nephew. Don’t you think that’s a little shameful? Oh, oh, so Grandpa used to be a freeloader and won’t admit it. What a disgrace, making us men look bad. Xiang Ling, is this the kind of daughter you raised? Thanks for the compliment, Dad. Sui Sui really is my good daughter. And thanks to you, now I’ve got a great son too. Complimenting me, huh? You, old man, old man, old man, get out of here, don’t block my view. Go, have a seat and rest. Hey. Ah. Mom, Dad. Ah. No wonder you’re married now, even your aura has changed. Come here, let me take a look. You look wonderful. Aiya, Mom, it’s all because my husband treats me so well. Mm-mm-hmm, hahahaha. Good, good, good son-in-law! From now on, the whole Jiang family will depend on you, our future prime minister. Jiang family may not have power or status, but we’ve got plenty of money. As long as I get enough silver, I’ll get the palace exam questions, the top scholar spot will be mine. I’m betting everything on that day. Of course, that’s what a good son-in-law should do. Hahahaha! Tch, if he really becomes prime minister, I’ll write “Yuan Bao” backwards. Hey, Yuan Bao, how can you be so sure? Why are you saying what you’re thinking out loud again? I mean, someone like him, how could he possibly become the top scholar? It’s not like the emperor’s blind, right? Mm, I think so too, hehe. Mom, Dad, honey, I’ve specially prepared a homecoming gift for you today. Come in. My father-in-law and mother-in-law, these are gifts that your son-in-law picked out just for you. Each one stands for happiness, prosperity, and longevity. Hope the Jiang family keeps thriving with endless fortune. Wishing you both good health, really. Hey, sir, look at our new son-in-law. He really thinks everything through. The Jiang family’s been blessed for 800 years, to have lucked out with such a great son-in-law. Uh, uh, what are you holding? Uh-huh, Dad, there’s more good news. My husband said the mayor himself is coming over soon. Me, uh, wait—how is that possible? Why not? The mayor is coming here just to congratulate my husband on his homecoming. Really? The mayor and I go way back, I’m a little nervous about it. Since when did Qin have such bad taste? Sir, look at Jiaojiao and Qi, they really make our family proud. Yeah, absolutely. Having a good son-in-law changes everything. He already has connections with the mayor. That’s right, Mr. Jiang. Our Jiang family is going places—don’t forget about us! Hahaha! Alright, alright, son-in-law, if you ever need anything from me, just say the word. Hehehe. That’s exactly what I was hoping to hear. All my effort wasn’t for nothing. Hmph. Sis, today you and your beggar husband are making waves, what big gift did Dad prepare for you? Ah, broke, right? Hehehehe. What’s this, hmph. The newlywed son-in-law didn’t even show up, didn’t even bring a token of appreciation. If word gets out, people will think our Jiang family is trying too hard for this broke beggar. Yeah, Dad, Sis took so much money from the Jiang family, and today she comes empty-handed just to embarrass you. Xiao Li, I don’t think you care about me as your father at all now. Dad, we’re beggars, being poor is normal. You already look down on us, so we didn’t bother bringing you a few measly gifts to annoy you. Marrying well really is different. Look at Jiang Jiaojiao, then look at Jiang Li. Honestly, one’s in the clouds, one’s in the dirt. What a shame. A fine Jiang family, ruined by a beggar that’s Jiang Li. How did I end up with a daughter like you? You only bring shame to the Jiang family. Right now, take those two brats and get out. The Jiang family doesn’t have a daughter like you. Someone! Throw them out. Don’t worry, I’m here. No one’s going to mess with you. Yuanbao, you’re amazing. Not someone from the next generation. Do you really think I’m invisible? Wow, Yuanbao, you’re incredible! Eh, just average, maybe top of the city. Yuanbao’s actually this skilled. How did that brat learn such moves? S-s-sir, what’s going on? A lousy beggar dares to act up in my house? Alright, let’s see what other tricks you’ve got. Everyone, get out here! Yuanbao, come here. Sis, you’d better get out now, it’s way better than sneaking off later. I can’t do this anymore. If only Dad were here. We should just run for now. We’ll get another chance when the mayor arrives. Yeah, yeah, the mayor’s really coming. Ha! Mayor! Mayor, you’re here! Jiang Li, my husband isn’t even elected yet, and he’s already got the mayor’s attention. Don’t you regret it now? Yeah. I regret not slapping you to death earlier, so you wouldn’t be here barking. Hmph, you just keep talking tough. Let’s see what kind of life that broke beggar can give you. Mayor, it’s a huge honor for you to come here, and you brought so many gifts to celebrate our family’s homecoming. The mayor’s office sends fine silk and a thousand pounds of silver to congratulate the Jiang family. Hey, Miss Liang, I, uh, I—give it to him, give it to me. I knew Zhang Qin wouldn’t fall for Qi Zhao, turns out he’s just following the emperor’s orders to back us up. Now that the gifts are delivered, we won’t take up more of your time. Miss Jiang, your good fortune is just beginning. Good luck. Wait, wasn’t the mayor here to congratulate Qi Zhou? Why is he giving gifts to Jiang Li? Yeah, he even said Jiang Li’s luck is just starting. Right, could that beggar actually have another identity? Seriously? Maybe. No way, right? How did this happen? Ha, Ling’er, tell your dad, when did you meet the mayor? Why didn’t you tell me about something this great? Hey, Dad, don’t let him fool you. How could that broke beggar have any secret identity? I don’t know him. Me Hmph, Dad, I’m telling you, the mayor must have mistaken him for someone else. Honey, you agree, right? Yeah. Father-in-law, Jiang Li’s bouquet landed in my hands, so the mayor must be confused. Very likely. Yeah, sir, Jiang Li and that beggar aren’t anything special, no way they’d catch the mayor’s eye. Zhang Li, it’s bad enough you embarrassed our family today, but now you’re trying to trick the mayor too? If you don’t care about your life, don’t drag us down with you. Take all the mayor’s gifts downstairs, put them away safely. Stop! Those gifts are ours. From the mayor, not something you can just snatch. Hmph. Jiang Li, I know you’re jealous, but you can’t just steal them. Jiaojiao is my wife, we’ll be getting gifts like this all the time. If you kneel and beg me now, maybe I’ll be nice since you and Jiaojiao are sisters and let you have a little. Hmph. Mom, these really are yours. Don’t let them take them. My father’s gifts, these people don’t deserve them. Yeah, Mom, I don’t know why, but I’m sure the mayor has his reasons. Don’t let the Jiang family get away with it. Stop wasting words with them, let’s take everything back. Don’t let the mayor’s kindness go to waste. Jiang Li, what are you trying to do? Want me to give you the gifts? Fine, then go get the mayor back here, tell him the gifts are for you. Hey, you think you can order the mayor around? Well, that’s too bad. Everyone heard it just now, the mayor said these gifts are for me. It won’t be so easy to take what’s mine. Jiang Li, you’re getting way too bold. Today I’m going to teach you a lesson, show everyone what the Jiang family stands for. Someone! Beat them. Don’t stop until they admit they’re wrong. Ah! Mom, are you okay? I have another way. Dad, help! Ahhh! Help! Go to the Jiang house! Yuanbao, you’re full of surprises. Essential skills for surviving out here. So Dad can rescue me anytime. But right now, we have to wait for Dad to show up. Actually, Mom’s eyesight Hmm, forget it. For Dad and Mom’s sake, let’s give Dad a chance to play the hero. Yeah. Oh wow, ah Ah, bullseye every time! My skills aren’t just for show. Hehe, who’s there? Wow, that’s awesome! Some people are just born different. Seriously, we really hit the jackpot. Ugh, bunch of losers, can’t even beat a little brat. Someone, get in there! Let’s see what this little punk can do. I’m not holding back. Wow. Why me? Hmph, you—you’re out of control! If I don’t teach you a lesson today, I’m not your dad. All of you, get in there! I don’t believe it. How are they so tough? Why isn’t Lili here yet? Don’t panic, close the door and protect Mom. Yeah, uh-huh, haha. This jerk even hit someone, like she’s got a whole technique for it. Go on, get the dog to attack! Okay. Ahhh! Stop! Ahhh! Stop it! Ah—hey! Dad! You wanted me to come save someone? Save what, exactly? Uh, I had no idea Sui Sui’s mom was this badass. Wish she really was my mom. Then I wouldn’t even get a chance to show off. Changed into a new outfit, looking even cooler. No wonder he’s my man! Babe! They—they ganged up on me, so many people. Just to hit me. We bullied you? You were the one who started swinging at them, what’s your deal? They deserved to get hit anyway. Yeah, dad! Don’t listen to their nonsense. They even tried to steal the stuff the Prime Minister sent for mom. Exactly, you gotta stand up for me! Did you use your special move yet? Ahhh! How dare you mess with my people! Just a broke beggar, still acting all high and mighty in front of me. You think putting on new clothes makes you someone important? Let me tell you, even if you wore a royal robe, you’d never look like an emperor. So what if you can fight? These gifts are for my husband. You wouldn’t dare mess with the Prime Minister himself, would you? I’m telling you, my son-in-law is a guaranteed top scholar, he’s gonna be a big shot someday. Even if we take your stuff, you still gotta respect your father-in-law. These people have no sense at all. If you ask me, just round them all up and teach them a lesson. Why are you all just standing there? Didn’t you hear what was said? Get up, now! I’ll feed them to the dog! Why are you still standing there? Go! Ahh, ha, wah! Dad, you’re awesome! Trying to start something right in front of me? Let me warn you, knives don’t care who they cut. Ha ha, let’s go, let’s go! Look, uh, uh, boss, Jiang Lian, you really let this guy put a knife to dad’s shoulder? What else could I do? Oh, come on, I’m your real dad! Dad, when you were shouting to hit and kill me just now, didn’t you remember I’m your own daughter? Wait, that’s not right. Wanted to hit me but didn’t get to. Isn’t this just shooting yourself in the foot? And with all these people watching, you treat dad like this? Aren’t you worried they’ll talk behind your back? Can you not be so annoying? You? Hmph, I’m Sui Sui! Your mom’s invisible kick is really something. Dad swings a knife, mom kicks people. No wonder you’re a family! Are you okay? Jiang Jiao Jiao, I still haven’t settled the score for letting the dog loose. But anyway, you and Qi Zhao really are a couple. No matter who gets hit, you both take a kick. What’s with that, huh? Still wanna go at it? Ahh! Since you’re Jiang Wei’s family, I’ll let it slide this time, just treat it as a housewife’s mistake. If it happens again, you deal with the consequences. Take everything. Come on, let’s go home. Mm-hmm. Dad, you were way too cool saving the day! But wait up, dad. Mm-hmm. What’s up? Take it all. Take everything, leave nothing behind—ha ha, let’s go! Hey, babe! You filthy beggar, how dare you treat us like this? You really don’t take us seriously. Yeah, son-in-law, we can’t just let this go today. Fine. Once I get through this, I’ll make sure every single one of them comes back to apologize. Don’t talk too big. If you mess up the election, you’ll be the one embarrassed. This cash could buy a big house. We’ll move in and live easy. Boss, silver mine! Didn’t you say they were all your creditors? So why did they come to the Jiang house to help us today? Welcome! Oh oh oh, father! Looks like we’re being watched. Yeah, that’s because, when Yuanbao called me, they just happened to be nearby, so I asked them to help out. Right, they might be gang leaders, but they’re also loyal heroes. Eh oh. Alright. You two actually make sense this time. So what’s up with the Prime Minister sending me gifts? I’ve never even met the guy. Great, dad was so busy backing us up, he didn’t think about how to explain this. Don’t worry, I’ve got an idea. Ah, Yuanbao! Hey, that’s because dad and I are officially begging by royal decree! Ah, Yuanbao! You guys actually know the emperor? Of course! We helped him out by chance before, so he personally gave us this bowl. Whatever we want, we can get. See, always cleaning up your messes. What would you do without me? Really? Of course it’s true, no I’ll show you right now. Ha ha ha! Yuanbao, can we really ask people for money? Don’t worry, Sui Sui, I’ve got you covered. Where did these little beggars come from, asking for food here? Do you even know where you are? Get lost, now! Or I’ll teach you a lesson. Hmph, hey, watch your mouth. I’m telling you, today you’re giving us the money, whether you want to or not. First time I’ve seen beggars so confident. Are we gonna get beat up? No way, I’ve gotta be ready. If things go south, I’ll grab her and run. You really don’t know your place, do you? Alright, I’ll teach you a lesson today. We’re begging by royal decree, when you see this, you gotta pay up! Good thing dad thought of this trick, just in case we ran into trouble. Hey, pfft! You dare use the emperor’s name to scam people? You two must have a death wish. Yuanbao, I don’t think he believes us. Idiot, are the Prime Minister’s people brainless? Who’d use a fake imperial seal to show off here? I’m gonna make dad replace all of them. I’m done talking to you. Get Zhang Qin out here! Ow! You even dare call my boss by name? You two really want to die. Guards! Come grab these two scam artists! Mm-hmm. Knew something would go wrong. Who’s making all that noise outside? Heh heh heh heh. Boss, you’re here! Are you trying to embarrass my Prime Minister’s house on purpose? It’s just these two shameless beggars, scamming and showing off. I just wanted to teach them a lesson. I want to see who’s got the guts to Ha ha ha ha! Little Huang, mm-mm-mm! You idiots! Who gave you the nerve? Isn’t the young master missing? You believe me or not, I’ll skin you alive. I’m here to beg for money, doesn’t have to be much, just fill up this bowl. Alright, alright, alright! Now you believe us, right? So it’s real! Of course we wouldn’t lie to you. Alright, you two actually made sense this time. Xuanxuan, what do you like? What does your mom like? Buy it all! If this bowl’s so amazing, why are you still Why are you attacking me personally? I’m just telling the truth. Dad and I keep a low profile, usually don’t let people know. Sen Sen, it’s because of Yuanbao, they’ve never gotten anything for free. It’s always been for us. I get it now. Mom, I’ll work hard and earn money myself from now on, to pay back dad and Yuanbao. Alright, let’s go. Hmph. Hey, if we find mom and go back to the palace, will anyone still protect them? Even though Cui Cui’s mom is so strong, nobody could mess with them. But you never know. So I’ll make sure everyone knows they’ve got someone backing them up. Dad, you mean The royal doctor said for mom’s health, she should walk around more. So let’s throw a flower viewing party. Got it. I’ll go spread the word now. Mm-hmm, you saved us today, we can’t just let you sleep on the floor again. Ah, dad, we’re in! What’s up? Heh, Sui Sui and I want to sleep with you tonight. Heh heh heh. Slow down, careful! Alright, now we can sleep. I always wanted to sleep with dad and mom since I was little. Finally got my wish today! Silly girl. How about dad and mom sleep with you every night from now on? Sounds great, let’s sleep! In a few days, dad will take you somewhere awesome. Wow! So this is the legendary flower viewing party? It’s beautiful! I’m tearing up. But why do I feel like it’s all official girls here? Are we really supposed to be here? Jiang Lin What are you doing here? If you can come, why can’t we? Yeah, seriously. You guys—hey, you guys You think you’re on my level? My husband is about to be the top scholar. We were personally invited here today. With my status, there are plenty of people who want to get close to me. Looks like you didn’t get enough of a beating last time. Still want another one, huh? Come on, let’s go! You crazy woman! Just you wait. Once I pass the telecom exam, I’ll have plenty of chances to deal with you. You’re really that sure you’ll pass the telecom exam? You Whether I pass or not is none of your business. But right now, all it takes is one word from me to kick you all out. Exactly, this is the Empress Dowager’s flower viewing party. Is this really a place where beggars like you can just stroll in? A nice flower show, and it’s ruined by filthy beggars picking up scraps. I have no idea what these guards are doing. No way. What if you offend the Empress Dowager? Get them out of here, now! Guards! Throw them out for me! All this is palace business. Even if Jiang Li is just some stinky beggar, what good is his martial arts? I don’t believe he’d dare go against the Emperor. The debt from the homecoming banquet Today we can finally settle it. You only have yourselves to blame for walking right into this. Hurry up and sing, kick those four out for me! Hey! Why are you all just standing there? Move it! Yeah, exactly. Idiots. You think palace guards won’t recognize us? If my father and I even lift a finger, their heads would roll. Mom, looks like they can’t order these guards around. Of course not, they’re palace guards. They answer to the Emperor and Empress Dowager. What are you all doing? Didn’t you hear my husband speak? If you ruin the Empress Dowager’s flower viewing, can you afford to take responsibility? If you don’t want to lose your heads, then throw those four out for me! The Empress Dowager is here! Jiang Li is a distinguished guest personally invited by me. How many heads do you have to risk throwing them out? Greetings, greetings! Hmm. See that, Wei Ke? When I handle things, it’s always flawless. Alright. Today, let’s all relax. We’re here to enjoy the spring and flowers together. No need to be so formal. Everyone, please rise. Thank you, Empress Dowager. Thank you, Empress Dowager. Empress Dowager, why did you invite Jiang Li today? He’s just a—shut up! Who do you think you are? Does the Empress Dowager need you to question her decisions? Mind your own business! Please forgive me, Empress Dowager. I didn’t mean it that way. Get out, now! Don’t ruin the Empress Dowager’s mood. So you’re Jiang Li. I’ve heard you were willing to marry a beggar, a woman who doesn’t chase wealth or status, but follows her heart—very rare these days. I wanted to see this remarkable woman for myself today. Wow! She and Grandma You’ve got great taste. My mom really is the best woman in the world. Dad, looks like Grandmother really likes Sui Sui’s mom. Now no one will dare bully them. Thank you for your praise, Empress Dowager. Jiang Li just follows her heart. Besides, my husband is honest, kind, and truly a great match. She’s praising you. She’s praising you! Good. Jiang Li, you’re a good kid. I’ll remember you. That wretch! Why? Why her? How does that woman get so lucky? She marries a beggar, and still wins the Empress Dowager’s favor. Calm down. Don’t forget we’ve already learned all the Empress Dowager’s secrets. Empress Dowager, Jiao Jiao and my husband, we heard you weren’t feeling well lately, so for today’s Hundred Flowers Banquet, we specially brought you a gift. Let’s see what it is. What is it? It’s the Thousand Beasts Painting from Fushan. This? How much silver did this cost? Heh. Empress Dowager, my father may not hold any official title, but he’s a successful businessman. And for your health and blessings today, no amount of silver is too much for us. That’s right. This painting is even infused with a calming incense. May the Empress Dowager enjoy good health, long life and happiness. Wishing the Empress Dowager good health, long life and endless blessings. Ah, wonderful, wonderful! You remembered I love paintings. You two are so thoughtful. I wonder what this remarkable woman prepared for the Empress Dowager’s blessing today. Can’t believe I forgot about this, letting Qi Zhao and the others steal the spotlight. Hmm, when it matters most, it’s up to me. Come on, it’s our turn to perform. Yuan Bao, you never told me about this part! Just making do with what we’ve got. No need for me to prepare anything. Hmm. Hmm. I swear, I had no idea! Empress Dowager, could you please have someone bring some brushes, ink, paper, and a canvas? Hmph. Alright. Sis, you’re not planning to paint something yourself, are you? You really think your artwork can compare to our Thousand Beasts Painting? I’d advise you not to embarrass yourself here. Wow, Sui Sui! Your mom can paint too? There’s nothing my mom can’t do. Please, she’s just some wild girl from the countryside. She actually thinks she’s talented. Impressive, very refined style. Looks great. Really well done. Wow, it’s truly beautiful. Empress Dowager, this is my humble Phoenix and Hundred Birds painting, wishing you good health. Cui Cui, your mom’s painting skills rival many masters. That’s right, marrying my mom is the luckiest thing you’ll ever do. Amazing, to finish such a painting in so little time. You really are an extraordinary woman. No matter how pretty it is, it’s still just junk. You really think you can beat me? Mine was bought with real gold and silver. Whoa, look! That’s a phoenix pearl! That’s a phoenix! A phoenix! The phoenix actually came to life! Even the greatest artists couldn’t pull that off. Who is she, really? Hmph. Mom, you’re incredible! You made it come alive with just a brush. If we’d known, we would’ve spent more gold and silver! We’re gonna get rich from this! Dad, we’re the real lucky ones here. Maybe you should just marry her. I think she’d make a great Empress! I’m not fickle like you. Just now, I don’t know who it was, staring with wide eyes. Saying one thing, thinking another. Hmph. Phoenix pays homage, wishing the Empress Dowager peace and prosperity. Wonderful, wonderful! This gift is the best I’ve ever received in my life. How—how is this possible? What’s going on? Am I dreaming? Weren’t you all so proud of yourselves? Still feeling proud now? You wretch! Ahhh! I got hit by a painted phoenix! Jiang Lin, you dare hit me in front of the Empress Dowager? How are your eyes already bad at your age? It was the phoenix that hit you, not me, don’t blame me. Here’s another one for you! Ahhh! Wow, that sound is amazing. It flew back. Hehe. Whoa, the phoenix can actually hit people. Who is that? They never learn their lesson. People like that need to be taught a lesson. Let them remember this for next time. You wretched woman. I’m the future top scholar, you know. And you actually used this phoenix to attack me. Do you believe I’ll let this slide? I’ve already said, Jiangli is an honored guest I invited. You keep calling her names, Are you even showing me any respect? Dahe and Mingming could guard the city even when it collapsed, What, are you saying I’m playing favorites with Jiangli? Well, yeah. Please, Empress Dowager, don’t be angry. We spoke out of turn. Honey, the Empress Dowager is clearly treating people differently. Nyeh nyeh nyeh. What can I say? My mom’s just awesome. Of course the Empress Dowager is my family, If she doesn’t side with me, Who else would she side with, you? Here’s your gift. I really like it, thank you. I’ll reward you handsomely. Ah ah ah! Empress Dowager! Empress Dowager! Empress Dowager! Grandma, Empress Dowager, ah ah oh no! Empress Dowager! The Empress Dowager must be having another attack. I’ll go get the doctor right now! No need to make it such a big deal. My mom can handle it. If you’re willing to let me take care of the Empress Dowager, I’ll do my absolute best. Jiangli, what nonsense are you talking about? She’s the Empress Dowager! If you want to harm her, Don’t drag us into it. Nanny, don’t listen to him ramble. He doesn’t know any medicine at all. I know exactly what kind of person he is. She’s definitely trying to use this chance to harm the Empress Dowager. If you want to try, go ahead, But if you delay her treatment, Can you take responsibility for that? Jiangli, I’m only trying to help you out here. Don’t be ungrateful and keep pretending. My family doesn’t need you to remind us. Let me tell you, my mom’s medical skills Are unmatched in the whole city. Hmph, what about your father, the emperor? Nanny, go get the imperial doctor. There’s still time left. Are you sure you can cure the Empress Dowager? I never do anything I’m not confident about, And I would never risk someone’s life. Alright. You know, We trust you. Jiangli, you brought this on yourself. If you want to die, do it alone, Don’t drag our Jiang family down with you. Rotten at the root, weak pulse, energy scattered. This illness is from years of overwork and worry. Her pulse is weak and floating, skin is bluish. If I do acupuncture directly, I’m afraid it might not work as intended. Mom, keep calm and breathe, don’t let your mind wander. Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. Yes. Alright. Hey. Although the Empress Dowager’s anxiety is gone, She’s lived with it for so many years, Her body still isn’t stable yet. Once she’s back at the palace, have the medical team Prescribe a few gentle tonics to help her recover. Thank you, Miss Jiang. I’ll do exactly as you say once I return to the palace. Blind diagnosis, truly impressive. Your mom really is amazing. I told you, This marriage is a good deal for you guys. Ha! It’s you! I finally found you! Dad, what are you talking about? Yuanbao, She’s your real mom. When you were little, you saved me in the alley behind the city, And then we… Five years ago, someone brought Yuanbao to me, Said he was my child. But besides you, I’ve never been with anyone else. Ah, so you were the one that day! I’ve been searching for you all these years, And by some twist of fate, You really became my wife. Hehe, I finally have a family now! And I finally have a dad! Wait a second, But how do I have two kids? I clearly remember waking up that day, And there were only four hours. Master, Good people always keep their promises. That’s always true, ah ah well. Mm-hmm, mm-hmm, oh man, You scared all my fish away. Hmph, I want to see who it is, Who’s talking behind my back? Mm-hmm. Oh, hahaha! Turns out it’s my disciple. Everything worked out perfectly. Mm, good, good, good, good. Then I’ll take this chance to go home for a bit. Mm-hmm. Ah, Empress Dowager, you’re awake! Congratulations, Empress Dowager! Best wishes, Empress Dowager! I just fainted, But I could hear everything you said. Thank you for saving me. As long as the Empress Dowager is alright, that’s all that matters. Don’t worry, I won’t let you down. You’re still not fully recovered, You should go back to the palace and rest. Yeah, we’re still here for you. Ha! Alright, I’ll let you take care of me, Jiangli. If anything happens, I’ll hold you responsible. How is this possible? How could that wretched woman have such medical skills? After all these years, I didn’t see it coming at all. Some people just got totally owned, huh? Nyeh nyeh nyeh nyeh nyeh. I can’t just sit and watch Jiangli, that wretched woman, Rise to the top And become a phoenix. Honey! Oh man, Actually, there’s something I’ve never told you. Is the emperor finally coming clean? Makes sense, now that he’s found the empress, It’s time to come back to the palace and enjoy life. Mom, don’t worry, It’s definitely good news. Mm-hmm. Dad, what are you saying? Come on, tell us! Actually, I’m not a beggar. My real identity is Lu Shang. Ah! Haha, honey, You finally came back. Jiangli, that wretched woman, She actually cured the Empress Dowager. You better come up with something, Don’t let her get too smug. So what if she cured the Empress Dowager? Illegal mining is a serious crime. That’s not a crime! What nonsense are you talking about? Still arguing when you’re about to die. Today I’ll make sure you understand everything before you die. This token belonged to the emperor himself, I saw it fall from your clothes with my own eyes. You’re just a poor beggar, How could you have something so valuable? Hmph. Alright then, You filthy beggar, You’ve got some nerve. You actually dared to steal the emperor’s token. Are you trying to impersonate the emperor? That’s a crime punishable by death for your whole family. What nonsense are you talking about? That token belongs to my dad. Yeah, who are you to say my dad stole anything? Still talking tough when you’re about to die. Arrest them all and bring them back for questioning. Hmph, who dares? I think they’re just switching tactics, Trying something else now. It’s just a few officers, We can handle them easily. Yeah, bro, let’s just fight our way out. Let me tell you, If you run today, Tomorrow you’ll be wanted all over town. Let’s see how your family survives in the city then. Hmph, you’d better surrender now while you can. Please, nobody’s tough enough to put us on a wanted poster. Please. Dad, let’s just take them down. No need, I’ll go with you. I want to see who dares put me in jail. Presiding Judge, Your Honor. This is the criminal, Yin Kuang. Hey, thanks for your help, Chief Qi. What now? Hmph. So it was you, this beggar, who dared to grab the Emperor’s token, right? You, you—how dare you! What proof do you have to accuse me of theft? Still trying to argue? Hey, Scholar Qi, he just said it himself—that’s your evidence. If you’re going to convict people so casually, then I could just say that badge on your belt is mine. Wouldn’t that make you guilty of theft, too? Hey, you little punk, how dare you talk to the county like that? Looks like you’re asking for a beating. Mm-hmm. Your Honor. I think these guys are pretty stubborn. Why not just go straight to torture? Sooner or later, they’ll spill everything. Heh heh heh. Yeah, you there—come! Yuan Xing. Stop! The case hasn’t even been investigated, and you already want to use torture? Are you seriously trying to force a confession? Yeah, you think I won’t? I could smash up this whole courthouse. You wouldn’t dare! Yin Kuang, Yin Kuang, I suggest you just confess now. Otherwise, if I report this to the capital, you’re in big trouble. Let me tell you, no matter how many times I say it, that token belongs to me. You’re just refusing a favor and asking for punishment instead. You and your stuff, why don’t you just say you’re the Emperor already? What if I said I really am? You—hahaha! Hahahaha! Ying Kuang, why don’t you take a good look in the mirror and see what you really are? Even if the Emperor was traveling in disguise, he wouldn’t look like a beggar. How could someone like Yin Kuang possibly be the Emperor? This is all just a setup to frame us. If you’re the Emperor, I’ll chop off my own head and let you use it as a stool. You said it yourself. Pfft, give you an inch and you want a mile. You just broke into the palace as a thief, and now you’re pretending to be the Emperor? Let me tell you, that’s a crime punishable by death for your whole family. Yeah, now it’s not just you, your whole family’s in trouble. Sis, you just cured the Empress Dowager’s illness, you could’ve made it big, but now you’re dragged down by this beggar husband. You’re really unlucky. Yeah, Mom, let’s go find Grandma Empress Dowager. She’ll definitely help us prove the truth. Ahahaha! Go find the Empress Dowager? If she finds out someone’s pretending to be her son and trying to threaten the country, she’ll want you all executed on the spot. Your Honor! Hey! This criminal Yin Kuang is impersonating the Emperor and refuses to confess. If you ask me, there’s no need to waste more time. Just throw them in jail, and pick a day for their execution. Yeah, yeah, right. Heh. A filthy beggar dares to challenge me? This is what you get. Guards, move! You wouldn’t dare! Why wouldn’t I? Let me tell you, in this courtroom, I’m in charge. Guards, lock them up! The evidence is clear. No need to report to the capital. Execution at noon tomorrow, for all to see. Hmph. Sigh. Yong Guang and the others are determined to pin these crimes on us. We can’t stay here any longer. Yeah, Ding Ding, let’s just fight our way out. With your skills, Mom, these guys are no problem. No, the way this judge handles cases, who knows how many innocent people are in this jail. I need to get inside to investigate Dad’s case. Isn’t that too dangerous? That’s why I’ll go alone. No, there’s more than one way to find the truth. Don’t worry, with you guys here, I’ll be fine, Mom. Once Dad makes up his mind, he won’t change it. All right. I’ll find a way to get you out as soon as I can. Wait. I confess. Heh, now that’s more like it. At least you’ll avoid a beating. Sis, let’s see who dares help you now. But I only admit to stealing the token. As for what you said about me pretending to be the Emperor, that’s just nonsense. So you have no reason to arrest them. You’re talking nonsense! I heard you say it with my own ears! Now you want to take it back? No way. If that’s how it is, then I’m leaving this courtroom today. Our abilities the judge doesn’t know, but you and Qi Zhao know best. Enough, just get rid of one of them first. Hmph. Ah, guards! Take the criminal Yin Kuang to jail. Keep a close watch. Hmph. I’ll be waiting for you to beg for mercy. That day will come. Don’t worry, Mom. Dad knows what he’s doing. Yeah, Mom, we’ll figure out a way to take down all these bad guys. Let’s go. Stop right there! Still trying to block me? Looks like you haven’t learned your lesson, huh? Let me tell you, if you want to leave, fine, but you have to leave him here. I If you lay a finger on my son, you’d better be sure you can handle it. Go ahead! Just because he’s always with that beggar dad, who knows if he’s involved in the theft too? You’re framing us on purpose! So what if we are? You can’t prove he and Yin Kuang aren’t working together. Yeah, lock up this little beggar too! Who dares? Mom, since Dad’s alone in jail, I’m worried about him too. The two of us can look out for each other. You take Cui Cui and leave first, then come back to rescue us. But Mom, don’t worry, Dad’s a great fighter, and I’m no pushover either. They won’t be able to bully us. All right. But you two have to be careful. Mm. Come on, Sis, don’t be so sad. When they execute him tomorrow, I’ll make sure to watch for you. Qi Juezi, hey, I did everything just like you asked. When you’re in power someday, don’t forget about me. Heh heh. Of course. All right. Hey, slow down. Don’t celebrate too soon. Mom, you have a plan? Crash the execution, find evidence, save Dad? Mm-hmm. Listen up, the new guy is tough. Don’t go easy on him. Whoever beats him half to death gets out early. You! Mm-hmm, good, good. You’re doing just fine. Don’t even think about getting food. Move. You three don’t look like vicious criminals. How’d you end up on death row? The judge says we ambushed and killed a robber. That’s the only capital offense. But we were framed. Being framed just means they’ll beat a confession out of us. Hmph, since you’re about to die anyway, I’ll let you and your son have a little reunion. Hmph, let’s go. Yuanbao. Are you okay? Yeah, I’m fine. Why did you end up in here too? Qi Zhao never planned to let me go from the start, he just didn’t show it. Otherwise, how would you have been so easily trapped, Father? So right after you left, I got caught. Man, I was hoping you’d take Sui Sui and the others to find Mother. Now, well, Father, you’re overthinking it. It’s not about Mother’s skills, you know how she is. Don’t worry, they’ll get a chance to rescue us. We just need to work with them when the time comes. You’re actually more confident than your mother. I have total faith in Mother. Oh come on, Dad, hey, save me! Dad, I’ll get you out of here soon. Judge, what do we have to do to bail our kids out? I get that you’re worried about your children, but what they did isn’t some petty crime. Handling this is a little complicated. Just tell us how much money you want, I’ll pay whatever it takes. Yeah. Then give up half of your family’s assets. Huh? The judge is giving you a chance. Your only child, don’t tell me you can’t even part with some of your wealth. Forget it, forget it, then we’ll just see each other at the gallows. Ahh, Judge Di, Dad, save me! I don’t want to die! We’ll pay, we’ll pay! We’ll go home right now and sell everything. A real judge should be clearing up wrongful cases, but you’re just using your position to line your own pockets. Can you really stand in court under the banner of justice? You’re bold enough to do this even under the emperor’s nose. Pfft. Hmm. So what if you know? You really think you’ll get out of here alive? Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! You’d be better off thinking about your last day tomorrow. Hey, what did they do? Hey, hey, what happened? What did they do wrong? What’s going on? If the top’s crooked, the bottom’s worse. Can’t believe even Yuanbao has to go to jail. Well, at least it’s a new experience. Don’t worry, this little county can’t touch my mom. Are you ready? Don’t worry, I trust Mom to handle it. Oh come on, look at you, hey, look! If he’s pretending to be the emperor, that’s a huge crime! I really don’t get it. Anyone who laughs at this is no good. No, the execution’s about to start. Heads are gonna roll, Dad, look! Mother’s coming, right? I want to go to the execution ground. Don’t make such a fuss. Just give me a chance. First time seeing someone try to break into an execution and ask the prisoner for help. Father, isn’t this the perfect test for you and Mother to work together? How dare you! You actually stole the imperial seal. Lucky for us, the Seven Gentlemen saw through you and caught you. It’s just my duty. A true official serves the country and the people. Qiao Jie, didn’t you say marrying that stinky beggar would give you a good life? So now this death sentence is your idea of happiness? Ha, don’t celebrate too soon. My dad and Yuanbao will be just fine. Yeah right, still talking tough at death’s door. I don’t believe you’d dare break into the execution ground. Today, I’ll execute you all by law. I uphold the king’s law! How dare you! Hey, who am I? Wait, what’s happening here? Xinling, are you alright? Ha ha, what’s going on? Why did the judge get struck by lightning? Ha ha, I knew my father really is the true emperor. You think you can chop off his head? Getting struck by lightning is getting off easy. Doesn’t this thunder mean there’s some injustice? Yeah, that’s what I think too. Otherwise, why would the heavens be angry? That’s nonsense, look at the evidence. We have witnesses and proof. Who’s spreading rumors? They’ll be punished too. The judge must be behind all this. To be safe, we should execute them right here. Hey, you beggar, you’ve got a lot of tricks. Still trying to hurt me even at death’s door. Guards, execute them! Yuanbao. Uh huh, uh… Oh wow. What’s with the priest? This is—wait, this is out of control! Where’s the Jiang family army? Charge! Uh… Hmph, stop hiding! Hmph! Ah ha ha, what’s going on? How did we suddenly get so much backup at home? Honey, what do we do? Don’t panic, don’t panic. Finally got rid of that cursed thing! We finally saved Dad and Yuanbao! Did you call all these people? Of course, I told you already, my mom is amazing! Marrying me is the best thing that ever happened to you. Yeah, yeah, dear. What did you say? You guys are insane, breaking into the execution ground! You make random rulings, why shouldn’t we fight back? Wake up! Don’t let them get away! Yeah, you’re basically asking to die. Bunch of losers, get up now! Arrest them! Dad, Mom, let’s get out of here first. We’ll have plenty of chances to deal with them later. Stop! You think you can get away today? Catch them! Hmph, you think I didn’t expect you to try and break in today? Let’s see how you plan to escape now. Uh, still the Seven Gentlemen, you really thought this through. Wow, impressive! No wonder you’re going to be top scholar one day. I knew you wouldn’t just sit back today. I finally got this chance, there’s no way I’m letting you go. Sis, stealing doesn’t get your whole family punished, but breaking into the execution ground is a major crime. Now your whole family gets to go together. Mom, there’s too many people. Can we still fight our way out? Ha, maybe we should use poison. Take them all out. Great idea! Mom, go for it! But I didn’t bring any. Oh, boss, we’ll go first. You find a chance to escape. Don’t worry, even if it costs us everything, we’ll get you out safe. No, we leave together. We’re the ones who got you into this, we can’t let you die for us. Mom always said, you have to stand by your friends. Yeah, you really do care about each other. But today, none of you are getting out. Guards, you heard me! Arrest them all! Don’t bother keeping them alive, they’re dead anyway. Stop! The Empress Dowager is here! Why aren’t you kneeling to greet her? Why did the Empress Dowager get involved? She’s your grandma’s savior, Mom, she must have heard and came to help us. Ha, greetings to the Empress Dowager! Greetings to the Prime Minister! Why did the Empress Dowager suddenly show up? I’ve reported this plenty of times, maybe she came to reward us? Seriously? Then maybe I’ll get promoted again! Heh heh. Hey, Empress Dowager, how could we trouble you to come here yourself? Just for these nobodies? Hey, I’ll smash you, you’re the real nobody! How many lives do you have to treat them like this? Grandma’s so lively after getting better, no wonder Mom saved you, honey. So what is happening? Why is she helping them? No way, we need to leave now. Otherwise, she’ll definitely blame us later. So you just got lucky and cured the Empress Dowager? Once I get the message through, I’ll report this to the emperor. Let’s see how they get away then. I’m leaving. I’m just doing my job. The Empress Dowager dares to call this justice? A tiny county dared to arrest the emperor and the prince, and tried to execute them in public. Good thing I heard about it, or you’d be dead and it still wouldn’t make up for it. Wait, what? He—he’s really the emperor? Ha ha ha, we’re done, you’re finished! Hmm. Actually, I wanted to tell you yesterday, but Qi Zhao caught me off guard. Mother, I can testify. Well, so you’ve been lying to me all along. No wonder I dreamed of a dragon turning into Ying Kuang. Looks like heaven was warning me. No, no, we didn’t mean to lie to you. We pretended to be beggars just to find you, but before we could, you’d already become my wife. So we just had to go with it. Mother, I swear, Father never stops thinking about you. So I turned into a little princess! Ying Kuang, Ying Kuang, right now, only Kuang matters. I can’t believe I just figured it out. Alright, you two can explain yourselves when we get home. Father, we’re doomed. It’s fine, if I die under the peony, at least I’ll be a romantic ghost. Yeah, Father, you’re a good kid. If you hadn’t arranged to break into the execution ground, we wouldn’t have made it in time for me to show up. The emperor is lucky to have you. I’ll take care of things for you today. Peh peh. Who is it? Who hit me? Hehehehehe. I am… I am the President! Come on, just give me a break. Honestly, I really didn’t know who you were. If I’d known your identity, even if you gave me a hundred guts, I wouldn’t have dared! Mr. President! Yes, sir! Mr. President, we were all misled by the office staff. It’s all him, he’s the mastermind behind everything! I don’t think you guys realize your mistakes, you’re just scared now. You did all these terrible things, now you’re begging for mercy, huh? No. We had no choice! It was all tricks. He—he used his future top scholar status to pressure us. It’s exactly because of those tricks. What about the other three regular folks in jail who you beat into confessing? Did someone hold a knife to your necks too? I—I was just blinded by greed for a moment! Mr. President, I’m willing to give up all my assets, can you spare my life? Mr. President, may I ask, how could a small county magistrate act so lawlessly? If I hadn’t found out, who knows how these officials abuse the people. Your evil is beyond words. You’re all sentenced to death. Mr. President, it was the county forcing me! I was just following orders! Screw you! Screw you! I forced you? When it came time to split the money, you never said I forced you! Which one of these ideas wasn’t yours? I swear, I’m done with you today! Don’t stop me, drag them out! Execution at noon tomorrow. Also, investigate every case in the county thoroughly. Release anyone found innocent. Dingzi, divide their assets among the victims as compensation. Mr. President. Mr. President. Father, those officers were just following orders, fine, but Qi Zhao and Jiang Jiaojiao absolutely can’t be let off. Right. If it weren’t for their fathers and Yuanbao, we wouldn’t have suffered so much. Those two sure know how to run fast. Don’t worry, I won’t let a single one of them get away. Zhang Qin, deliver my orders. The selection ceremony is moved up to noon tomorrow. Yes, sir. Mom, I can’t hold on anymore. Please, just let me go. I swear I’ll never trick you again. Mom, it’s been two incense sticks’ worth of time already. Alright, put it down. Ah. All these years learning kung fu from Dad, I’ve never been this tired. Hold on. Yuanbao is my son, of course I care about him. You keep holding it. Dad, too bad you’re not Mom’s son. You little brat. Hey, I’m still the President of the country, isn’t this a bit much? There are so many people in the White House. Well, nothing I can do. You married me, after all. If you really don’t want to, then let’s get divorced. Divorce? No way, absolutely not! Are you kidding? I finally found my wife, I’m not letting her go. Mom—hey! Ah, what are you doing? Obviously, I’m teaching my wife a lesson. You can’t just throw around the word “divorce” so casually. You Whoa, don’t look, don’t look! Good son-in-law, what brings you over so late tonight? Dad, Mom, the President moved up the selection ceremony. It’s happening at noon tomorrow. Really? So my son-in-law will be the top scholar tomorrow? Of course, that’s great! Tomorrow I’ll throw a huge banquet at the Jiang house, let everyone see our amazing son-in-law. Dad, but I need your help with something. Of course, I’ll help you with anything. Father-in-law, I’m confident about tomorrow’s exam, but I’m still worried something could go wrong. After all, it’s the President’s test. Makes sense. So you mean, as long as you get tomorrow’s test questions, that’s the safest bet. Uh-huh. Cheating at the night exam is a capital offense. Right, Jiaojiao. Come on, Dad, Mom, he’s just looking out for us. Think about it, with a top scholar son-in-law, who would dare mess with the Jiang family? Don’t worry, Father-in-law, I’ve greased all the wheels on my end. I guarantee I’m clean. So, what do you need me to help with? We’re still short by a hundred taels. How can you say you own half the Jiang family? If it wasn’t for Jiang family’s money, why would I marry a merchant’s daughter? Once I’m the top scholar, I’ll have all the women I want. Oh, Mom, you’ve got to think long-term. Once your son-in-law gets promoted, these things will be easy to get. Father-in-law, Mother-in-law, don’t worry. After tomorrow’s exam, I’ll pay you back a thousand times over. Yeah, Dad. When you’re the top scholar, Father-in-law, everyone will be lining up to do business with you. We’re just short a little cash. Dad, just bring out the goods. We’re in a hurry. Time waits for no one. But the Jiang family doesn’t have that much cash on hand. So what? Just sell off some shops or something. Come on, Dad, don’t overthink it. We need it urgently. Besides, your son-in-law can buy it all back for you later. Sir, why don’t we go gather up some money first? Like they say, better safe than sorry. Yeah, see, as long as our son-in-law passes the selection, it’s all worth it. Uh-huh, yeah. Alright. For the future of our Jiang family, this money is nothing. Good son-in-law, wait here, I’ll go liquidate our assets. Father-in-law, Mother-in-law, I won’t let you down tomorrow. Hey! Dad, I knew you were the best. Don’t worry, after tomorrow, the Jiang family’s heir will only get better. Yuanbao, Dad and Mom, right? Good? Of course! Look at his glowing face. Zhang Qin, what brings you to me so late? And what are all these things you’re carrying? Qi Zhao sent these through someone for me. Qi Zhao? How does he have so much money? I thought he wasn’t from a rich family. Exactly. Otherwise, he wouldn’t be so desperate to be the top scholar. Looks like he’s finally getting his shot. It was the Xiang family that sold off most of their assets to help the Jiang family. Why would the Jiang family give him money? He’s trying to use it to buy tomorrow’s exam questions. Whoa, that’s bold! He’s putting everything into the selection! I told you, that loser couldn’t possibly guarantee he’d pass. He actually came up with this plan. Not sure if I should call him smart or stupid. But what if the Prime Minister takes the bribe and gives him a fake question? Oh, little princess, please don’t get me in trouble. Even if I don’t leak the questions, taking a bribe is still a death sentence! Looks like my dad really does have money. He actually dared to collude with Qi Zhao. If the whole clan gets implicated, wouldn’t that mean us too? Are you dumb? You think the President would order his own execution? That’s a relief, then. So, what’s the President going to do now? Should we send people to surround the Jiang house? No need. Zhang Qin, go tell the reporter, tomorrow’s selection question is to solve the nine linked rings. Alright. A humble citizen greets the President. Long live the President! Get up. Thank you, Mr. President. That voice sounds familiar. Feels like I’ve heard it somewhere before. Heard you’ve been in the spotlight lately. Just the other day, you cracked the case of the beggar impersonating me. I hadn’t even mentioned it, and it already reached the President’s ears. It was just a fluke. Heard that troublemaker Yin Kuang had such ideas. Good thing it didn’t turn into a big disaster. But they should’ve been executed yesterday, but the First Lady saved them. Since Jiang Li cured the First Lady, but this is a matter of national importance, I hope the President will handle it fairly. Alright. How do you think I should deal with them? Their crimes are unforgivable, so they should be executed immediately. Hahaha! Well said—executed immediately. Should I thank you for helping lighten the President’s burden? It’s my honor as a citizen. Idiot. Hmph, almost blew my cover. So what if you did? Now he’s the fish, I’m the knife. Messing with them is easy. Oh right, Mom’s still the smartest. Did you ever think, what if he’s actually the President? The President is chosen by fate, how could he be compared to a filthy beggar? Any citizen could see that. Such sharp judgment. I’m sure you’ll ace the exam. Bring in the test questions! It really is the nine linked rings. This time, the top scholar spot is mine. Dad, you really used the nine linked rings? I thought you were trying to mess with him. This is way too easy. Even I know you just smash it on the floor. Your dad’s not that simple. Wow, Dad, now that you have Mom, I’m not your favorite anymore. You only tell Mom your plans. Uh, I didn’t say anything! Your mom knows me because she loves me. Oh please, what are you talking about? Easy, you’re never that rough in bed. Unstoppable! Unstoppable! Jeez. Say one more word, and you’ll end up with Qi Zhao. Alright, I’ll stop, I’ll stop. Mmm. Qi Zhao, if you can solve these nine linked rings, I’ll let you pass the selection. Nine linked rings? Such a basic question, how could it possibly stump me? Hmph. It didn’t even break. So Dad, you were waiting for this. Told you, your dad’s not that simple. If you don’t set a trap for him, how will he fall for it? What’s going on? Hmm. Qi Zhao, you’ve got some nerve. Got a problem with me? How dare you throw the puzzle on the ground! I wouldn’t dare. I thought that was how you solve the nine linked rings. So, you think I’m dumb enough to set such a childish question? The nine linked rings have always tested intelligence and patience. And you try to cheat your way out of it? As an official, serving the country and the people, you should have brains and patience. With your tricks, how could you handle big responsibilities? Please, Mr. President, see the truth. I swear, I never meant it that way. Didn’t you? If not, then solve the nine linked rings properly. Or else—hmph. Alright, enough, that was dumb. I won’t hold it against you. If you can explain statecraft in an essay, I’ll let it slide. What? Not even that works? Pretty sure that was this year’s exam question. Hey, I think you got a perfect score. No, no, I was just a little nervous. Nervous about what? Alright, I’ll give you one incense stick’s time. Write it slowly. Ah. Yes, yes. Yes. I know, yes. He really doesn’t have a shred of decency. Someone like that, and he still wants to be a top official? If he actually gets away with it, who knows how much the people will suffer. He didn’t even write the exam essay himself. So, turns out he tried to bribe the chancellor for the exam questions. So he already pulled it off once before the test even started. I really didn’t expect it. Someone actually bribed the examiner right under my nose. Tampered with the exams. Looks like we’ll be able to catch a whole bunch of corrupt officials this time. Yes, I know, yes, yes. Your Majesty, please spare me! Your Majesty, please spare me! Cao Ming really can’t say it. How dare you! Speak up! Stop hiding it and tell the truth. How did you really pass this exam? Your life is on the line. The test questions—I bribed the chief examiner. I got the questions ahead of time. Then I found someone to write the essay for me. I turned it in as my own. Please, Your Majesty, look since I’m confessing voluntarily, please let me off this once. Is this the only crime you’ve committed? Oh, guards, bring in everyone waiting outside the hall. Hahahahahaha! Xiang-ge! Oh, hahaha! Ah! Husband, is it true? So now you’re the top scholar! Great, great! Our Jiang family finally made it! Hey! Sir! Didn’t I say Jiao Jiao is our family’s lucky star? Your Majesty, since my husband passed the palace exam, why not just give him an official post right away? Oh? So you all expected Qi Zhao would pass the palace exam easily. Your Majesty, my son-in-law’s talent is obvious to everyone. He was born to be a top scholar. Alright. So what kind of position do you think I should give him? Your Majesty, why not just make him a marquis? My husband’s abilities won’t let you down. Alright, enough joking around. Oh, husband, this is a good thing! You’re too shy to ask, so I’ll help you. If Your Majesty really can’t decide, then make him the chancellor. We’d reluctantly accept that too. Hmph, Marquis, Chancellor Ji Zhao is that what you want too? Cao Bing wouldn’t dare. I wouldn’t dare! It’s them, it’s all them! They gave me the money and told me to bribe the chancellor. That’s how I got the test questions! Ahhh! Husband, what are you saying? Please, Your Majesty, see the truth! They gave me the money. They always wanted a top scholar as a son-in-law. Your Majesty, please spare me! I was forced into this! Your Majesty Qinzhou! What nonsense are you talking? You came to me yesterday begging for money, saying you’d definitely pass the palace exam and repay me. Is this how you repay me? Ah! If you hadn’t given me the money, would I be in this situation now? Ah, you’re the ones who got me killed! If I’m going down, we’re all going down together! You—how dare you all! Sir, what do we do now? This is a capital crime! How could this happen? How could it come to this? Your Majesty, I was just confused for a moment and got tempted by a bad idea. Please, for the sake that we’ve never done anything truly evil, let us off just this once. Yes, Your Majesty, I know I was wrong. I’ll never do it again. Never again. Your Majesty, I’m willing to donate all the Jiang family’s property to the state treasury, please, Your Majesty, spare our lives! Never done anything bad? You favored your concubine and mistreated your wife, isn’t that evil enough? What? Ahhh! Jiang Li! How are you all here? Wait No way, this can’t be happening. But it really is. Do I still need to prove it to you? That token is the real deal. He’s actually the emperor! It’s over, we’re done for. Ling’er, you really are the pride of our Jiang family. Such a big happy occasion, how could you not tell your father? I was worried you’d suffer. Uh, yeah. O’Neill, we’re the real family here. We’re family! Oh, now you realize we’re family? Where was this when you turned your back on dad and mom? Ha, yeah, we were wrong before. But I’m your father! You really can’t just watch me get beheaded, can you? Yeah, we were all tricked by Qi Zhao, we’ll never do it again. Never again. We know we were wrong. How could you—please, please, please! It’s just a beggar, how did he turn out to be the emperor? I should’ve been the one to marry the emperor! It should’ve been me! Ling’er, from now on I’ll make it up to you. Didn’t you want your mother’s dowry? No, wait I’ll give you the entire Jiang estate. Please, just put in a good word for me with His Majesty, okay? Sure! Mom, don’t let them fool you. Think about how they treated you and Sui Sui before. Just follow the law then. What did you say? Jiang Li, I’m your father! You’d really let me die? Don’t worry, you won’t die. Really, even though cheating on the exam is a serious crime, you’re just accomplices. At most, you’ll lose your property and be exiled, that’s all. Hahaha! Confiscation and exile? Jiang Li, don’t forget, the Jiang family is your family too! My family? From the moment my mother was sick in bed, and you brought Liu Rumei and Jiang Jiao Jiao back, forcing my mother to her death right in front of me, the Jiang family stopped being my family. Someone like you doesn’t deserve to be called a father. After grandma died, you left my mom, just seven years old, tied up outside, and never cared about her again. If it weren’t for my master, my mom would’ve died long ago. You only brought me back this time to use me to boost your own future. If it weren’t for Sui Sui messing up your plans, so, you should live. Live a life so miserable you wish you were dead, that’s how you’ll atone for my mother. Ugh, ugh, ugh, ugh! You ungrateful girl! Ugh! I said, everything they took from you, I’ll get it all back for you. Guards! The Jiang family defied the law. Strip everyone in the Jiang estate of their status, exile them to Lingnan, never allowed to return to the capital. Waaah! Dad’s mistake is unforgivable. Execution at noon tomorrow. Mm, mm, ah! Your Majesty, spare me! Your Majesty, spare me! Please, have mercy! Mercy! Your Majesty, spare me! Ahhh! Haha! Hahahahahaha! Jiang Li, it’s all because of you! You ruined everything! This Ahhh! Big sis! Ahhh! Still unrepentant, even now. Maybe exile is too light a punishment. I won’t accept this, I won’t! Jiang Jiao Jiao, what do you have to complain about? You’ve lived a life of luxury in the Jiang family for years, it’s about time you paid it back. Why? It wasn’t supposed to end like this! Why is your family so lucky? Didn’t you make this choice yourself? You’re the one who insisted on switching with me back then. Haha! If he hadn’t pretended to be a beggar and tricked me, how could I have ended up like this? Yeah! Qing Kong, I’m supposed to be your empress! You borrowed my embroidered ball back then, remember? You forgot? I’m willing to marry you now. Let’s start over. Trying to steal my husband right in front of me? Do you think I’m dead or something? Hmph, heh heh. I knew Ling’er cared about me most. Ha! Why? How am I any less than you? My mom can run the house, cook in the kitchen, fight off mistresses, take down thugs, she’s the best woman in the world, hands down. Then let me tell you, you’re not even worth a strand of her hair. That’s right, except for my mother, no one else can touch my father. Dad, throw her out already, before she ruins our good luck. Your Majesty, spare me! Your Majesty, have mercy! Hahahahaha! Your Majesty, Your Majesty, spare me! Your Majesty! Mom, those people finally got what they deserved. You can rest in peace now. I’ve already sent people to buy back all the property the Jiang family sold. From now on, the Jiang estate belongs to Jiang Li. Everything your mother left behind naturally should go to you. But I never told you anything about the Jiang estate. If you love someone, you have to pay attention. Hmph, mm. Mom, are you blushing? Ha! Of course! Look at her face, red as a monkey’s butt! Hehe, I Hehe, ha! Alright! You two dare make fun of me? You must be itching for trouble! Now that the Jiang estate is settled, I can finally deal with you two properly! Alright, stop right there! Hehe! If you run, your punishment gets worse! Dad! Calling me won’t help you! I have to listen to your mother! Dad, are you really that whipped? Can’t help it! You’re not my wife—come on! Hehe, ha! Let’s talk it out! The empress is pretty great! Charge! Go easy! Sister Yang, I’m sorry! Good thing I’ve won my wife’s heart! Go ahead and eat, Dad. We snuck out of the house with Mom and Sui Sui. Grandma caught us. Are you sure we won’t get scolded? Grandma said it herself. Everyone at home has to help get ready for the wedding lately. You two little snack monsters just couldn’t help yourselves, huh? Even the kitchen at home can’t satisfy you guys anymore. We just wanted to eat Mom’s cooking. Yeah, it’s only because you feel bad for Mom. You won’t let her cook for us. Ugh, what’s wrong with caring about my wife? Eat, just keep eating, maybe that’ll finally shut you up. Hey, hey, hey, what are you doing? He said it. He said your mom should be treating him. Hey! You’re really something, Yuanbao. Hey, even if you’re freeloading, you don’t have to eat like that. At least leave us a plate, come on. Hey! You really don’t know how to respect your elders, kid. Even if I drank the whole restaurant dry, your mom would still have to pay for me. Ahh! Master! Oh, you’re back from your travels! Ah, Master! Hey heheheheheh mm. Mm. Kid, can you tell who I am? What’s my status, huh? Heheheheh mm ah. Yin Kuang. Mm. Did you get everything ready like I asked? How could I dare slack off when the lady asks? Catch, Yuanbao! Let’s go. Hehehe, hey hey. What are you up to? Hehehe. Hey hey. Oh no, oh no! Hmph. Done! Mm. Mm, good. Uhh… Seriously, you two have no respect for your elders. Karma’s gonna get you. Come on, Mom! Are you sure this is gonna work? It’s fine, your grandmaster’s tough as nails. I was just looking for you, and you walked right into my trap. We have a score to settle. Hey, Jiali, you troublemaker! Haven’t seen you in ages, and this is how you treat me? Take him back and interrogate him thoroughly! Oh no, oh no, this is killing me! Don’t move! Hey, why can’t I see anything all of a sudden? No way, no way, I need a doctor! Get a doctor! Ha! Mom, do you think they’ll think we’re kidnappers? Honestly, it kinda looks like it. Let’s hurry home, or Dad’s reputation is going to be ruined. Mmmmmm hahahahahaha! Huff huff huff huff uhh. You, you, you, you’re bald too! Let me go right now, or I won’t be nice to you! Back when you took Yuanbao away from me, I still haven’t settled that score with you. Nonsense, I… I only did it to help you two get together sooner! So Grandmaster knew all along that Mom and Dad would end up together? Hehehehe. I told you, Grandmaster is amazing. He can just calculate it and know everything. Mm, Cuicui is still the best. Hmph. After all these years training students, the grandkid’s still better than the apprentice. Hey, you’d better just come clean. This was always in your fate. Some things are heaven’s secrets, can’t just spill them. You want me to get struck by lightning? Hmph. If it weren’t for trying to get you two together, I wouldn’t have gone through all that trouble to send Yuanbao to your place. Sending Yuanbao there wasn’t easy, you know! Ah, hmph. You really don’t appreciate your master at all. Hmph. Even if Master made decisions on his own, it was for our sake. Can you please stop being mad at Master? Yeah, yeah, exactly! See, all my efforts for you two weren’t for nothing. Hehehehehehe. Alright, fine. Since you almost spilled heaven’s secrets and now have to wander the world, I’ll let it go. Hey! That’s my good apprentice! Heheh mm mm. Ah ah mm mm. Hey hey hey hoo hoo hoo hoo hoo! Hehehehehe. Th-th-th-th-th-th-th! Oh right! Tell the kitchen to get me some big meat dishes. I got dragged here before I even had lunch. Oh, and I want wine too! It better be the good stuff. And fill up my flask, okay? Hehehehehehehehe. Let’s go! Aifusen! He, he, he just got up! Told you, Grandmaster is amazing! Then why was he just laughing with my mom earlier? Mom’s been with Grandmaster since she was seven. Grandmaster knows her so well. That old rascal hasn’t changed at all. Mom, since Grandmaster used to treat us to big feasts, let’s just grant her wish this time. Don’t worry, the good food and wine are already ready. We’ll definitely make Master happy. Not bad, not bad! You’re really on the ball. No wonder Master accepted you as a son-in-law. Alright, Dad, from today on, I’m ditching you! Ah! Wh-what? For the sake of my future martial arts, I’ve decided to learn from Grandmaster. Ahhhh, wait for me! I want to go too! Then I can protect Mom in the future! Heh! I’m being abandoned. Looks like I’m the only one who doesn’t believe you. What should I do? I don’t need to spell it out, right? Alright. But as for the engagement gifts and the title, lately, my shoulders and neck have been pretty sore. Mm-hmm. Very. Is the scale appropriate? This, this, this kind of thing, just do it like this. Alright. Mm, that feels good. Jiang family’s daughter, Jiang Li, is upright, gentle, wise, and virtuous. She has always upheld her integrity and good character. She is a model of virtue, respected by all. I hereby grant her the royal seal, and name her Empress. Thank you for your great kindness, Your Majesty. Here, Empress, eat it while it’s hot! Mm. This is raw though… Hey, you said it yourself! Mm. You guys are teaming up to laugh at me! Tsk, even a fortune can’t buy a word from the Empress! The Dowager has already picked out the palace staff, just waiting for you to have a few more kids. I made you suffer when you married me before. Today, I’m finally making it up to you. From today on, we’ll be together forever, never to be apart again. Hey, I Yuanbao, what does raw mean? I don’t know either. Should we sneak another peek? Yeah, I think so too! Hey, ah-woo! Oh no, oh no! We’re doomed! Dad, I swear we didn’t mean to, do you believe us? Hey. But you ruined my wedding night, you’re in big trouble now. Ahhh, sis, we’re sorry! We won’t ever do it again! Stop running! Hahaha!

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