How I Pampered the Tyrant Into Devotion With My Space-Chapter 656: I Thought You Didn’t Want Me Anymore

Chapter 656: Chapter 656: I Thought You Didn’t Want Me Anymore

The Tao Mansion was not only bestowed, but Pei Shu’er also arranged for Tang Peiyi to renovate it, paying the expenses herself.

Tao Mingxuan was considered a great contributor, as he was the one who facilitated countless connections in the Imperial Palace.

Even some of the support from the concubines’ maternal families was obtained through Tao Mingxuan sacrificing his looks.

When Tao Mingxuan returned to the Tao Mansion with his several wives and saw the newly refreshed and cozy place, a smile appeared on his face.

Upon reaching the study, he discovered many calligraphy and paintings from renowned masters that he liked, as well as various kinds of medicines.

He no longer had to present himself as a fake eunuch and restored his true appearance.

The previous Tao Mingxuan, despite being a eunuch, with an average stature and ordinary looks, still made these women fall for him.

Now, with the disguise removed, Tao Mingxuan’s appearance was revealed to these women, causing their cheeks to flush.

Indeed, such a handsome third place one.

Lin Guipin was momentarily stunned when she saw Tao Mingxuan, her face turning slightly pale.

Tao Mingxuan looked at Lin Guipin and smiled faintly.

"Did you just realize now that this is fate, and you’re destined to be mine."

The other women, having been immersed in the palace for so long, knew there was something between these two, and Lin Guipin and Tao Tanhua’s matter could be easily discovered with a little inquiry.

Lin Guipin smiled bitterly, "Yes, it’s all fate."

Tao Tanhua appointed Princess Consort Jing as his wife as she was dignified and elegant, most suitable as the head mistress.

Upon the appointment, Lin Guipin’s face turned pale again.

She raised her head to face Tao Mingxuan, striving hard.

"I hope you will let me be the head mistress."

The position of the head mistress is indeed significant; the head mistress’s children are legitimate sons and daughters, whereas the concubine’s children are only illegitimate sons and daughters, deprived of inheritance rights and often looked down upon by others.

Lin Guipin was originally a concubine’s daughter, always manipulated and unable to control her own life.

Naturally, she didn’t want her children to suffer the same misery.

Tao Mingxuan looked at Lin Guipin, recalling her past betrayal and traps, and pulled out a cruel smile.

"You? How dare you think you’re fit to be the head mistress?"

"With your lack of virtue, you’re unfit to be the head mistress; being a concubine is just about right."

Upon hearing this, Lin Guipin staggered before managing to steady herself, maintaining a faint smile without bothering to argue further.

After all, no amount of words would change anything.

In Tao Mingxuan’s mind, her character had already been defined long ago.

Lin Guipin nodded, "That’s fine too."

Tao Mingxuan didn’t spare another glance for Lin Guipin. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

Meanwhile, Pei Shu’er was sitting in Fengyi Palace looking at Xuan Liu beside her.

"Still no news from my mother?"

Xuan Liu shook his head, and Pei Shu’er began to worry.

Honestly, she feared her mother would lose heart and vanish.

During her time with Shen Wanqing, Pei Shu’er felt the deep maternal love from Shen Wanqing.

At that moment, Xuan Yi suddenly came in to report.

"Reporting to the Empress, we’ve found your mother."

Shen Wanqing entered along with Baili Kong, and Pei Shu’er noticed there was a lot more smiling on Shen Wanqing’s face.

Moreover, she seemed not as unaffected as before, but filled with a passion for life.

Pei Shu’er smiled and took Shen Wanqing’s hand.

"Mother, I thought you didn’t want me anymore."

Shen Wanqing laughed, "You’re my daughter, my precious born after ten months of pregnancy; how could I bear to leave you?"

Pei Shu’er laughed, seeing Shen Wanqing truly alright, a weight lifted from her heart.

Before Pei Shu’er could inquire, Shen Wanqing brought out numerous special products for Pei Shu’er.

"These are specialties brought by your Uncle Baili and me while traveling."

Pei Shu’er widened her eyes, seeing Shen Wanqing’s face blushing slightly.

"Mother, didn’t you always want to roam the world when you were young? But you didn’t have the chance before being bound to the Pei Mansion."

"As years went by, that dream faded."

"Yet Uncle Baili always remembered your wish, and after my separation with your father, he took me around to tour."

"These past months have been truly joyful."

Pei Shu’er watched her mother’s happiness and excitement, her eyes also filled with joy.

"Mother, as long as you’re happy."

Shen Wanqing stroked Pei Shu’er’s face.

"Of course I’m happy, and Shu’er should be happy too."

Pei Shu’er nodded with a smile, then listened to Shen Wanqing continue, "Throughout history, Emperors and Empresses have been at odds, but I always felt Tang Zan was different."

Pei Shu’er couldn’t help but laugh, "Mother, I’m not sure if you’re comforting me or making me anxious."

Shen Wanqing laughed, "Mother just hopes you’ll think a bit more for yourself."

Pei Shu’er smiled, "Don’t worry."

At noon, as they were having lunch, Tang Zan had just returned from the morning court session to the Imperial Palace.

Pei Shu’er could feel the cold aura emanating from Tang Zan.

However, upon seeing her, the chill faded, and he embraced her with a smile.

"Let me hold you; those old officials really act as if I’m afraid of them."

Pei Shu’er knew that although Tang Zan was now the Emperor, the court was not yet under his sole control, as there were remnants of Yan Hengyin and Yan Huan Yu’s factions.

Those old ministers, now seeing Tang Zan as the Emperor, began to regard themselves as great contributors.

Of course, such people were the minority.

But they were undeniably unpleasant.

Pei Shu’er rubbed Tang Zan’s forehead, "It’s okay, it’ll get better after some time; your foundation isn’t stable yet."

Tang Zan held Pei Shu’er, "Now there’s no one who can truly challenge me, but it sure takes a toll on the mind."

Tang Zan embraced Pei Shu’er into the hall, finding the meal already set with Shen Wanqing and Baili Kong watching them with smiles.

Tang Zan’s face wore a smile, "Mother, Prince."

Shen Wanqing’s smile deepened upon hearing him call her mother-in-law.

It seemed that even as the Emperor, Tang Zan hadn’t changed.

Baili Kong stood up and saluted Tang Zan, "Apologies for coming uninvited, hope the Emperor doesn’t mind."

Tang Zan laughed, "I’m more than happy that Prince can join."

Initially, their conversation revolved around the family’s daily affairs.

Gradually, the discussion shifted to state matters.

At this point, Baili Kong said, "The King of Great Shang wishes to ally with the Emperor; why not choose a day to sign a treaty?"

For Tang Zan, Baili Kong’s words were like offering a pillow to a sleepy man.

Tang Zan immediately agreed.

"That would be the best."

After the Emperor managed to rope in Prince, the treaty was signed in the court the next day.

Yan Huan Yu’s expression was subtle.

Clenching his fists, he gazed at the lofty throne.

He seemed to be getting further and further away from that position.