How to Deal with Having the Villainous Tyrant’s Child Chapter 55

Chapter 55

Seeing Imperial Concubine Rong, the emperor inexplicably felt guilty.

Speaking of which, Imperial Concubine Rong was his first wife, and they had been through many trials together.

His feelings for her were complicated. On one hand, he greatly admired her for enduring hardships, but on the other hand, he was deeply wary of the Rong family behind her.

So even though he felt some pity for Imperial Concubine Rong, he didn’t show it.

Over the years, he had suppressed the Rong family, but Imperial Concubine Rong had kept silent about it.

Given her background, she was naturally well-suited to be empress.

Unfortunately, when she entered the palace, he was deeply in love with his childhood sweetheart, Ping Ger.

Ping Ger was gentle and soft-spoken, very different from Imperial Concubine Rong, who was resolute and decisive like the Rong family.

In simple terms, Imperial Concubine Rong’s nature was shaped by her family’s cold, calculating ways.

Ping Ger, however, was gentle and considerate, and he was extremely kind and wise in ways that others couldn’t compare to. He was also exceptionally compassionate.

Such a person was the one he envisioned as the perfect empress.

Even the entire court didn’t dare to speak against his choice.

He and Rong Sa entered the Crown Prince’s residence together and were both granted the title of side consort. Even the Rong family tacitly accepted that Ping Ger would be the future Empress.

He got along well with Rong Sa. The two of them had both been pregnant at the same time and often exchanged parenting tips.

If Ping Ger had not died during childbirth, their eldest son would likely have been Ping Ger’s child, the legitimate heir to the throne.

At the time, he had even chosen a name for the child: Yuwen Cong.

When his thoughts reached this point, he suddenly stopped, lowered his head, glanced at Imperial Concubine Rong, and sighed lightly. He helped her up.

“Why are you here, Concubine Rong? Weren’t you unwell recently?”

Imperial Concubine Rong, her makeup smeared from crying, sniffled and said, “Your Majesty, Jue’er is your eldest son. As the Eldest Prince, his status is so noble. Everything he has is granted by you, and he has always held you in the highest esteem and regard. But no matter what, he is still a grown man, and for the country’s future, he has destroyed his own life. Now he is mad in the streets, humiliating himself. As a mother, I… I feel so heartbroken, Your Majesty!”

The next sentence, Imperial Concubine Rong cried so heartbreakingly.

The two people kneeling couldn’t help but silently give their mother a thumbs-up in their hearts. Jiang truly was a formidable figure.

Imperial Concubine Rong couldn’t help but think of glaring at these two useless ones. Who was I here for?

If the Emperor, in a moment of anger, were to strike Jue’er, it would no longer be a lighthearted matter.

To deceive the emperor was a capital offense, and she couldn’t bear to see her son be beaten. So, she could only follow these two troublemaking sons to come and put on this act.

Imperial Concubine Rong continued to sob, “I was once a mother with a son, but now, I can only watch helplessly as he walks down a different path. If the Emperor still insists on punishing him for this matter, then I shall have no reason to live! Your Majesty should understand me. Since entering the Crown Prince’s residence, I have never asked the Emperor for anything. Now, I only wish to secure a future for my son, to ensure he has something to rely on for the rest of his life! Young Master Lu is a talented young man, and I know Jue’er has done something wrong. But since things have come to this, why don’t we turn the mistake into a blessing?”

“That way, we preserve the royal family’s face and also preserve Jue’er’s dignity. Since the Lu family already has two Wang Fei, why not add another son-in-law? This would be a great honor for the Lu family, Your Majesty!”

The Emperor’s mouth twitched. Only now did he realize the Lu family had hit the jackpot.

Other than Lu Chenzhi, who inherited his father’s legacy, the other three sons had all formed marital ties with the royal family.

But now, with Imperial Concubine Rong standing in front of him, it was clear that his own selfishness had led to the transformation of his once humble eldest son into the current version of himself.

He could only slowly nod and lower his head, addressing the kneeling Lu Xuzhi, “Minister Lu… do you have any objections?”

Lu Xuzhi bowed his head to the ground and said, “Your Majesty, I am willing to take responsibility for His Highness.”

Once the responsibility was taken, everything became clear.

Given the current relationship between the two, even if they disagreed with this marriage, it was bound to become an inextricable entanglement, impossible to sever.

What exactly was going on with this resentful couple?

But now, looking back, it was fortunate that Zhaoyun had not been given to Prince Chu, or it would have turned into a major joke, wouldn’t it?

So, that same day, the imperial marriage decree was issued to the Lu family.

Lu Siwei was stunned but couldn’t help but feel a sense of joy bubbling up inside him.

As the Emperor had said, the Lu family truly had stumbled upon an incredible stroke of luck.

Out of the two Wang Fei, one was the legitimate wife, and now, they had also gained another Emperor’s Son-in-law.

Lu Siwei had heard about what happened the night before, but he hadn’t expected the Emperor to act so quickly, granting Prince Chu to his son, Xu’er, so soon.

When Lu Siwei stood up to receive the decree, his hands were trembling.

The old eunuch smiled ingratiatingly and stepped forward, saying, “Congratulations, Lord Lu! You’ve raised three good sons, each destined for greatness!”

Lu Siwei, overjoyed to the point of speechlessness, hurriedly pulled out a large bag of silver from his sleeve and stuffed it into the old eunuch’s hands.

Madam Lu was also incredibly happy. When their youngest son returned yesterday, he had mentioned this matter, and now, by some coincidence, it had come to fruition.

It must be true what they said—her youngest son’s mouth had been blessed by the master at Hanshou Temple!

Whatever he said came true!

Lu Hanzhi was also genuinely happy for his second brother and sister-in-law. His second sister-in-law was already two months pregnant, and in another seven months, the baby would be born.

They would likely have to come up with some excuse for a premature birth, but the fact that they could be together was a blessing in itself.

In the afternoon, Lu Xuzhi and Prince Chu returned. They traveled together in a carriage straight to the Lu family home.

The Lu family was very familiar to Prince Chu.

He came to the Lu house every month to stay for a few days and secretly have an affair with Lu Xuzhi.

Before he took the imperial medicine, the two had already promised each other to be together for life.

This time, when he returned, Yuwen Jue felt incredibly light-hearted.

In the past, he was always anxious, worried about being discovered, about having no future, and about possibly affecting Xuzhi’s career.

Now, however, when he crossed the threshold of the Lu family, he was already the legitimate wife of the Lu family.

Lu Xuzhi helped him down from the carriage and guided him inside, even reminding him carefully as they passed over the threshold.

Madam Lu, waiting in the main hall, felt that something was off about these two.

Hadn’t they just encountered an unexpected situation yesterday?

Why did they look like a long-married couple today?

Although Madam Lu was suspicious in her heart, she smiled and stepped forward, courteously and respectfully inviting Prince Chu inside.

“Your Highness, your noble status, entering the Lu family’s door, must be quite inconvenient for you.”

Lu Siwei also chimed in, feeling uncomfortable as he had awkwardly interacted with Yuwen Min before.

Now, with Prince Chu as his daughter-in-law, he felt even more awkward.

Each person’s status was so much higher than his, yet he still had to call them “father.”

To be honest, although the appearance of this status was glorious, it was not easy to handle.

Luckily, Lu Siwei had experience in business, or he might have knelt to Prince Chu on the spot.

His second son certainly had talent!

That was Prince Chu!

It was one thing to study with him, but how could this brat actually have a relationship with him?

It must be said that in this regard, he was completely outdone by his son.

At that moment, Lu Hanzhi entered with Little Ah Chan, rushing in like the wind. As soon as they entered, he cheerfully called out, “Second Brother, Second Sister-in-law! You’ve arrived!”

Madam Lu: …

Lu Siwei: …

Lu Siwei was so shocked that he shuddered and quickly slapped Lu Hanzhi on the backside, saying, “You brat, how can you speak like that? That’s Prince Chu! You can’t just call him like that!”

Lu Hanzhi, sucking on a lollipop, and Little Ah Chan also sucking on a lollipop.

He mumbled with his mouth full, “What’s wrong with calling Prince Chu like that? Prince Chu is my second sister-in-law! When they have children, they’ll call me Uncle! Hey, Second Sister-in-law, don’t you think so?”

Prince Chu smiled, stood up, and went to hug Ah Chan, saying, “Yes, yes, yes, our Hanzhi is right.”

Thinking about the child in his belly, Prince Chu’s face softened with tenderness.

It was actually Lu Siwei and Madam Lu who didn’t know what to say. They could only have tea and snacks prepared, allowing the younger generation to chat while they went about their own tasks.

When everyone had left, Lu Xuzhi stepped forward and pinched Lu Hanzhi’s ear, saying, “You brat, did you enjoy the excitement yesterday?”

Lu Hanzhi yelped in pain, shouting, “Ah, Second Sister-in-law, save me!”

Prince Chu glanced at Lu Xuzhi, and without saying a word, Lu Xuzhi immediately released his younger brother.

Rubbing his ear, Lu Hanzhi said, “Second Brother, Second Sister-in-law, to be honest, your acting was really impressive. At that moment, I was almost fooled. I thought Second Sister-in-law really had an issue. But then I realized something wasn’t right! Second Sister-in-law is pregnant, and a husband can’t be involved during his wife’s pregnancy and the six months postpartum. Once I thought about it, I knew it was all a ruse. But Second Brother is brilliant; this way, the Emperor will be forced to give his blessing. And Second Sister-in-law doesn’t need to hide the child anymore. After all, Xiao Langjun’s period of fertility will definitely result in pregnancy.”

Lu Xuzhi frowned and said, “Han’er, how can you speak so openly? This is not good.”

Lu Hanzhi replied, “What’s wrong with it? Isn’t it the truth?”

Lu Xuzhi said, “It’s the truth, but some things shouldn’t be spoken so plainly. In the future, if something like this happens, you must be more discreet.”

Prince Chu stepped forward and said, “Han’er has a child’s heart, so don’t blame him. Now, let’s get to the main topic!”

Lu Hanzhi looked up, a confused expression on his face, and asked, “There’s more to discuss?”

Lu Xuzhi replied, “Yes, tomorrow the Crown Prince is getting married, and we all need to attend. The gifts have already been prepared according to the proper protocols, but on the wedding day, with so many people, it’s inevitable that there will be complications.”

Hearing this, Lu Hanzhi’s eyes flickered, and he asked, “Oh? Does Second Sister-in-law and Prince An have a plan?”

Yuwen Jue thought for a moment and said, “The past few days, my fourth brother and I have been quietly observing the situation at the herb storage. We found that Yuwen Mingji’s herb storage is probably closely linked to an organization from the Western Regions.”

Lu Hanzhi asked, “What kind of organization?”

Yuwen Jue replied, “We’re not entirely sure yet, but it seems related to witchcraft, otherwise, why would they have so many ritual-related herbs?”

Lu Hanzhi asked, “So, what do you plan…. to do tomorrow?”

Yuwen Jue answered, “A few days ago, we uncovered something about the Empress.”

Lu Hanzhi frowned and asked, “Does this have anything to do with Yuwen Mingji?”

Yuwen Jue replied, “Not directly, but we found out that Concubine Li’s brother died under suspicious circumstances. We went to investigate the Three Life Tomb and managed to get some clues from the old tomb keeper. The old man mentioned that the Young Master Ping had died due to the witchcraft of the Western Regions.”

Lu Hanzhi looked up in confusion and asked, “Young Master Ping?”

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