Chapter 36: How Did He Become the Fourth Prince?

ed constantly, but Feng Lingxi grew even quieter, as if they weren't speaking about her but someone else entirely.After the meal, Chu Xi hurried forward."Chu Xi, thank you for protecting me these past...Feng Aotien, hearing her words, knew she was still blaming him for marrying her off to the Fourth Prince.

"Xier, Father heard that the Fourth Prince is only missing, not necessarily truly gone. You must believe, as long as you well guard the Fourth Prince's Mansion and wait for him to return, he will surely be moved and treat you well."

Feng Lingxi heard his heartfelt advice and smiled.

"In that case, if one day the Fourth Prince returns, Xi'er would have to thank Father for arranging this marriage for her."

"If Xier truly doesn't like it, when the Fourth Prince returns, father will go to the Emperor and ask for a decree to revoke this one, returning your freedom."

Hearing these words from her father, Feng Lingxi sneered repeatedly.

"Father, is this about the Fourth Prince wanting to divorce me Are you thinking of letting me become a nun"

This is crueler than killing her. What status does a divorced woman have in ancient times

Feng Aotian heard her words, his face stiffened.

"Xier, what do you want This isn't right, and that isn't either. What would make you happy, my child"

Mrs. Zhang patted her daughter's hand, "Xier, your father is a rough man, he only knows how to lead troops and fight wars. Listen to your mother, behave well as your Fourth Royal Highness, enjoy wealth and honor your whole life. This is something many women desire but cannot obtain."

Feng Lingxi looked at her mother. With this kind of thinking, it's no wonder that her father married so many concubines; she could get along just fine with it too.

"I won't talk about my own affairs, today I'm going back to my parents' home, I don't want to talk about these meaningless things."

Feng Aotian heard her words, let out a breath of relief, and stopped biting at this matter.

“Mother, the return visit gifts are all for you. Don’t take them all out, they are just for you. I believe Father wouldn’t take these things out either, would he” Feng Lingxi looked at her father, her eyes were so cold that Feng Aotien nodded. He knew she wouldn't give up just like that.

She disagreed with this marriage and strongly objected to his opinion.

"Xier, your mother's things, father wouldn't take any. As for you, after recovering from a serious illness, have you had the doctor take a look at you"

Speaking of doctors, Feng Lingxi thought of Liu Shi's actions when she first arrived in this world. A cold glint flashed in Feng Lingxi's eyes.

"The morning I woke up, my second aunt came rushing in with my elder sister and a doctor to examine me. The doctor said I was recovering well, and that Father could inquire with my second aunt about it."

"What does 'wind and fire' mean" Feng Aotiān listened to her words, as if there was something in them.

Feng Lingxi originally wanted to say that she was drugged and thrown into an abandoned temple by Liu Shi that day. But once she said it, her loss of virginity would probably be impossible to hide. So she swallowed the matter back down. Saying it wouldn't do them any harm anyway, and it was better for her to handle it herself.

"It's nothing major, just had Xi'er checked out. She can't believe I'm healed."

Feng Lingxi finished speaking, got up and stretched. "Mother, let's go for a walk in the garden. After lunch, I'll return to Siwangfu."

"Leaving so hurriedly Finish your dinner first."

Zhang's face was full of reluctance. She had only this daughter, and after she got married, it would be even harder for her to see her in the future.

"You had supper late and are leaving now, your mother is so reluctant to let you go."

Seeing the reluctance in Zhang's eyes, Feng Lingxi nodded. "Come on, let me accompany you for a walk."

Feng Aotien looked at the two of them, mother and daughter, sighed, and followed out.

"General, we have a report from the front lines."

A guard hurried forward and handed a sealed scroll to Feng Aotian. Feng Aotian opened it and read it, then looked at Feng Lingxi with delight.

"Xi'er, good news! Word from the front lines - last night, the Fourth Prince appeared suddenly and wiped out all the rebels."

"The Fourth King isn't dead"

Feng Lingxi was dumbfounded. This was truly not dead, which meant that she had married there and wasn't a widow, and soon her so-called husband would be returning to the Fourth Prince's Mansion

Thinking of this, Feng Lingxi's eyes narrowed. She had thought that marrying a dead man would allow her to keep her loss of virginity a secret, but now it seemed she was digging her own grave.

Feng Aotian looked at her expression and hurriedly asked, "Xier, what's wrong with you This is a good thing, why aren't you happy"

Feng Lingxi raised her head and looked at the joy in her father's eyes. She said softly, "Father, what are you saying I am naturally happy that the Fourth Prince is alive."

"The Fourth Prince escaped this calamity unscathed, there must be blessings in store for him. Xier, you should treat the Fourth Prince well from now on and give birth to his heir as soon as possible."

Feng Aotien's words afterwards, Feng Lingxi had no heart to listen anymore. What she cared about most now was how her reputation would be ruined if the truth came out. What could she do

And there's Dugu City, after he left yesterday, she doesn't know when he will appear again. She is truly worried on all sides now, with a tiger in front and a wolf behind.

Upon learning that the Fourth Prince was alive, Lady Liu's attitude towards her became much more amiable. Even Feng Linglong and the others, although they disliked her, didn't pick on her and greeted her politely. After dinner, the steward of the Fourth Prince's Mansion came to escort her away.

Feng Lingxi bid farewell to the Zhang family, leaving the Feng residence with a heavy heart.

Back in the palace, Feng Lingxi closed her room door. It had already been half a month since that night with Dugu Cheng, and there were still half a month left until she knew if she was pregnant. Although she had taken contraceptive pills beforehand, she was still afraid of accidents.

She is no longer worried about anything, she just hopes that the Fourth Prince will not return so soon and give her some time to prepare.

After several days of anxious waiting, Feng Lingxi still faced the day she dreaded most.

Feng Lingxi arrived at the front hall and saw the man in armor seated on the main seat. Feng Lingxi's heart beat wildly, her nerves shot, she didn't know if she could get past him.

"The daughter-in-law has met the Empress Dowager."

Feng Lingxi entered and bowed, lowering her head to suppress the unease in her heart as she greeted the old Queen Dowager.

Dugu Cheng stared at Feng Lingxi. He had been busy for several days, just to come back and see her. He wanted to know who the strong man she was with that night.

The Old Madam Empress was delighted and beckoned to her with a smile.

"Xi'er, come quickly! Cheng'er is back. You truly are a lucky child, marrying into the Royal Manor for a marriage of haste, and allowing Cheng'er to return safely and sound."

Feng Lingxi walked before the old Queen, lifted her head, and met the face of the man on the throne. She was shocked, almost revealing it. Looking at the man on the throne, wasn't this Dugu City, the man she had been forced by that night

How did he become the Fourth Prince She must be dreaming, right

What on earth is going on

On Dugu City's handsome face, his eyes were cold and clear.

"Mother, is this the princess that Father has bestowed upon me as my wife"

Feng Lingxi heard his words, her chest filled with anger.

What does this mean Doesn't he know her anymore

"Ch'er, she is the eldest daughter of General Feng, your princess."

Dugu Cheng stared at Feng Lingxi, his eyes still cold. "Mother Empress, the son heard that this General Feng's only daughter is a foolish fool. How could the Emperor have betrothed her to his son"osed calmness unsettled Empress Dowager Cen, who raised an eyebrow at the shift in attitude. She was displeased, yet dared not punish Feng Ling Xi, after all, she still desired the Yao Clan's treasure...