Transmigration: The Main Character is Not Becoming the Cannon Fodder!-Chapter 245 - 10: The Beautiful General’s Wife (Part 10)

Chapter 245: Chapter 10: The Beautiful General’s Wife (Part 10)

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"Imperial Brother, how is it that you’ve grown so much yet still seem like a child? Tell me, do you truly like Shuning? You should know, Shuning just separated, and if you are only attracted to her beauty, then I advise you to reconsider. Shuning once saved both me and the Empress, and I do not wish for her future to be unfulfilled."

Yun Zimo did not expect the Emperor to say such words.

He suddenly smiled, a smile so dazzling that even the Emperor was temporarily entranced.

Imperial Brother was truly too beautiful, having inherited their mother’s beauty. If not for his identity, Imperial Brother’s life might not have been easy, as there are many who favor pretty faces, and there were once people who wanted to take advantage of him.

Perhaps considering this, Imperial Brother liked to practice martial arts since childhood, hoping to protect himself.

Thinking about it, it seems Imperial Brother and Li Shuning make quite a good pair, standing together like the golden boy and jade girl.

Besides, Shuning is a good girl, he’s witnessed it himself.

"Brother, I understand your concerns, but I genuinely like that girl. During the winter hunt, I was captivated by Shuning’s demeanor, and I truly like her."

Prince Gong never referred to himself as a ministerial brother before the Emperor; he felt it too estranged. After all, he was the Emperor’s own brother.

The Emperor thought for a moment and then said, "If this is the case, Imperial Brother, give me three months. Three months later, I will grant you marriage."

Yun Zimo nodded: "Yes, thank you, Brother."

From that day on, the Emperor began gradually reclaiming the military authority from Feng Chuan. Although those generals were not as capable as Feng Chuan, the sheer number of them made up for it, and they were able to get things done by distributing power.

In the span of three months, Feng Chuan was stripped of all his real power.

However, the Emperor was not someone who would kick someone to the curb after crossing the bridge.

The Emperor conferred upon Feng Chuan a Marquis title, one that could be inherited.

However, without real power, they would have to live off the title and stipend, and the Feng Family’s days would only get increasingly difficult.

After hearing the imperial edict, the old madam, on the other hand, was quite happy, exclaiming that being conferred a marquis was quite an honor. Who in the Feng Family could achieve what her son had?

Feng Chuan was exhausted during this time, yet one could not win against the larger force.

Unless he wanted to rebel.

Rebellion was certainly out of the question, as he lacked the capability, and if defeated, the Feng Family would meet a dire end.

So he could only accept it reluctantly.

Seeing his mother, oblivious and still complacent, Feng Chuan had no more desire to speak.

Only Tong Linglong knew a little and told the old madam what she knew, which finally startled her.

The old madam went to Feng Chuan: "Chuan’er, did I do something wrong? If it’s because of the concubine matter that disappointed His Majesty in you, why don’t we compensate Linglong and then ask her to separate? You could ask Shuning to come back, wouldn’t that be good?"

Feng Chuan gave a bitter smile: "Mother, please stop complicating matters. Do you know what you are doing? Have you ever contemplated the family commandments of the Feng Family? What is the source of family disruption? Why did our ancestors set the rule of thirty and childless before taking a concubine?"

"Mother, I know everything you’ve done before. Do you realize Shuning saved His Majesty and the Empress during the winter hunt? Do you understand how great that merit is?"

The old madam staggered a bit. What had she done? If Li Shuning were still the Feng family’s daughter-in-law, what an honor that would have been.

"Mother, you accused Shuning of reporting to the authorities, making the General Mansion establish the Prime Minister as a major enemy. However, if Li Shuning didn’t report, it would truly be laughable. It would make everyone in the Capital City laugh at the General Mansion, calling them weak and incompetent, unable to strike back even when the master’s wife is humiliated. Everything Li Shuning did was the best possible response."

"You think marrying a daughter-in-law who isn’t easily controlled, and trying to find someone to restrain her. Yet, do you know who Tong Linglong really is? The indecent incident was orchestrated by Tong Linglong."

The old madam widened her eyes: "No, impossible, how could Linglong do such a thing?"

Feng Chuan sneered: "Do you think I’m lying to you? Why would I deceive you? Li Shuning and I have already separated. Do you think Li Shuning is someone I can want just because I desire, or discard when I don’t? And, you intend to dismiss Tong Linglong, what do you think this will make people in the Capital City perceive us, the Feng family?"

"Mother, going forward, just keep enjoying yourself, there’s no need to worry about any affairs in the manor."

The old madam couldn’t believe it; she knew that many had proposed marriage to the Li Family but were all declined. What does this suggest?

It indicates that Li Shuning might still be considering reconciling with her son; otherwise, why refuse others?

Not believing it, the old madam led a group to the Li Family.

However, she sought Li Shuning but never even entered the Li Family’s door.

The old madam shouted for Li Shuning to be remarried at the entrance of the Li Mansion, making Feng Chuan once again a laughingstock in the Capital City.

Due to this, Feng Chuan punished the people around the old madam, ensuring that any future attempts would be promptly reported to him.

Shortly after, Li Shuning was married off once again.

This time, the intended groom was Prince Gong.

The day of Prince Gong’s engagement was exceptionally grand.

Clearly, Prince Gong was very attentive.

The wedding later caused quite a sensation throughout the Capital City.

Prince Gong invited the Crown Prince to accompany him, along with many high-ranking officials.

In conclusion, this wedding made the young ladies in the Capital City overwhelmingly envious.

Indeed, Feng Chuan failed to cherish her, and naturally, someone else valued her.

Prince Gong became a devoted husband, uninterested in power, instead taking his wife on travels across various places. 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

On Feng Chuan’s side, the old madam was effectively withdrawn from active roles, and Tong Linglong was never touched by Feng Chuan again.

As for the household affairs of the Marquis Mansion, they were managed by a female soldier close to Feng Chuan.

Some said she was the beloved of Feng Chuan.

Others claimed Feng Chuan had been defeated by feminine charm.

In any case, there were many rumors.

Despite being in his twenties, Feng Chuan remained childless. In the wake of the old madam’s complaints and tantrums, he had no choice but to remarry.

However, with a secondary wife already in place, and the state of the Marquis Mansion, prestigious families were reluctant to marry their daughters into such a situation.

The one who married in was a daughter of one of Feng Chuan’s former subordinates, grateful for the General’s kindness, who offered his only legitimate daughter as a bride to Feng Chuan.

Tong Linglong was left without affection, secluded from Feng Chuan’s quarters, and under the restrictions of the legitimate wife, her days were not easy.

She attempted to poison the legitimate wife, but the latter narrowly evaded it. Upon discovering this, Feng Chuan had Tong Linglong confined.

Tong Linglong refused to resign herself and caused quite a fuss over it.

The next time she met Li Shuning was at the Imperial Palace, where Li Shuning and Prince Gong were holding hands, their eyes reflecting nothing but love—so warm and beautiful.

Feng Chuan’s heart ached. Once upon a time, could he not have had that?

Yet, sadly, there is no antidote for regret in this world.

The once spirited Great General had transformed into a noble without duties, experiencing a drastic change in status, truly immense.

Moreover, with household unrest, Feng Chuan, not even thirty, appeared somewhat haggard.