Transmigration: A Farm Girl’s Brocade
Chapter 414 - 231 Turns Out to Be a Relative_1

Chapter 414: Chapter 231 Turns Out to Be a Relative_1

Prince Ning and Qian Manjiang exchanged a few words before Lady Sun, Prince Ning’s wife, along with a Sister holding a wrapped parcel, walked in.

Qian Manjiang was somewhat surprised to see Lady Sun appearing even more haggard and lean than before.

Lady Sun’s eyes were still red from missing her son and worrying about her husband, causing her appearance to age prematurely. Though wrapped in fine silk and adorned with pearls and jade, her face coated with makeup, she looked closer to forty, much older than her husband, though she was only thirty-three this year. Ladies of high status prided themselves on appearing younger than their real age. In the circles of Capital City’s noble ladies, only Lady Sun looked visibly older than her actual years.

She was not only looking aged but also in poor health. Her son was born prematurely and taken away as soon as he arrived, after which she immediately traveled north to reunite with her husband. Having not properly rested during her postpartum period and constantly worrying about her son to the point of daily tears, she had become seriously ill. Not only was it difficult for her to conceive again, but she had also developed an eye condition that made her tear up whenever exposed to the wind.

On the eve of her son’s birthday every year, according to the descriptions of Wan Father and son regarding her child’s height, she would personally make two sets of clothes and two pairs of shoes. Now, there were already twenty sets (pairs) of clothes and shoes made for her son, still brand new and locked in a trunk. Sometimes, when she missed her son too much, she would hold a small piece of clothing and weep until dawn.

Ever since she returned to the Capital City, she had been eagerly hoping to see her son soon. She had bought clothes, food, and study materials for him, enough to fill half a room. She even set aside a courtyard, entering daily to sit and talk as if her son already lived there.

She hoped and hoped, and finally, when the Third Prince and the Ye family were completely toppled, she was faced with yet another delay in meeting her son because her husband had to go to the front lines.

The vast chasm between hope and despair tortured her to the brink of death.

Now, not only was her son not by her side, but even her husband was about to leave her. In the face of battle where weapons showed no mercy, if something were to happen to her husband, wouldn’t she end up just like the Former Crown Princess Consort? With her husband gone, and her son taken away, all hope was lost; what was the point of living if not to hang herself?

Qian Manjiang stood up to greet her with a bow and said, "I have seen the Princess."

Lady Sun forced a smile, nodded, and pointing to the parcel on Sister’s hand, she said, "This is for General Qian’s grandmother, parents, wife, sister, and daughter, in thanks for their love and care for Jinjin. General Qian, present these gifts to them on your behalf as a token of Prince Ning’s and my gratitude. There are also a few things here I bought for Jinjin, I wonder if he would like them..."

Before she could finish, tears welled up in her eyes again, and she quickly wiped them with a handkerchief.

Prince Ning consoled her, "Look at you, crying again. The Imperial Physician did say you shouldn’t cry too much, it hurts your eyes. Jinjin is now safe and carefree—we should be happy. Honestly, the royal family is the most unfeeling of all. Even if Jinjin returns to the Prince Residence in the future, the happiest days of his life will surely still be those he spent in the countryside."

Wiping away her tears, Lady Sun said with a smile, "What Prince Ning says is true; I understand the reasoning, but I just can’t help it." As she spoke, her tears began to flow more fiercely, and she hurriedly wiped them away with her handkerchief.

Prince Ning chuckled and soothed her, "The more you talk, the more you cry. You don’t want General Qian to laugh at you. Stop crying now, for my efforts to swiftly send Yuan dog packing, so Little Rong can reunite with Jinjin sooner."

Blushing at her husband’s teasing, Lady Sun’s face showed a hint of shyness, momentarily making her look younger. She turned her tears into laughter, dried her eyes, and handed the parcel to Qian Manjiang, thanking him again.

Once more, Qian Manjiang bowed as he accepted the parcel and said, "You are too kind, Princess. It is a fortune and a duty for my family to have the privilege of caring for the young lord."

Prince Ning shook his head and replied, "General Qian, you are mistaken. A poor peasant family, scarcely able to feed themselves, yet caring for an abandoned child as if he were their own flesh and blood..." He paused, holding back his words before continuing, "Such sincerity and kindness are not qualities every person possesses."

Princess Ning nodded and said, "Yes, some families will fight each other to the death over the slightest profit, shedding blood and losing kin. It is truly rare to find a family as good-hearted as General Qian’s. Jinjin is fortunate, and Guards Wan has an eye for talent, to have ended up in General Qian’s family."

After Princess Ning left, Prince Ning then spoke to Qian Manjiang, "I have another matter to discuss with General Qian, and this is of great importance. You should be the only one to know; it must not be divulged."

Qian Manjiang nodded in agreement.

Prince Ning then relayed the secret report written by Wan Erniu.

His wife, Cheng Yue, could very well be Princess Zhenyue, who was thought to have died eleven years ago. She is the Empress Dowager’s own granddaughter, the Emperor’s own niece, and the only daughter of the Elder Princess Zi Yang and Prince Consort Pan, Pan Yue. Although it hasn’t been conclusively confirmed, the evidence was overwhelmingly convincing.

The news made Qian Manjiang, who was sitting, explode to his feet, exclaiming, "How is that possible!"

After exclaiming, he felt he had acted impetuously towards the prince and quickly bowed with his fists clenched, apologizing, "This general has been rude."

Prince Ning waved his hand and said with a smile, "General Qian, there’s no need to be so formal with me. Please, sit."

He then briefly recounted the incident of how Cheng Yue was supposedly "eaten" by a wild animal in the mountains.

The more Qian Manjiang heard, the more alarmed he became. The timing, the location, the appearance - they all matched up; the case was virtually closed. He wiped the sweat from his forehead and considered Prince Consort Pan’s features; indeed, Yueyue bore a striking resemblance to him, and even Jinjin looked somewhat similar. Perhaps it was the familial resemblance in Jinjin that had moved Prince Consort Pan to save him?

He had only thought that Prince Consort Pan was handsome but had never linked him to Yueyue.

After he had regained his freedom, he even made a special trip with gifts to thank Prince Consort Pan at Pan Mansion, but as the prince consort was not there, he did not meet him.

Thinking of Yueyue, even though her memories of her former life had been forgotten, leaving her somewhat simple-minded, the grace she possessed was certainly not something that an ordinary family could raise, and she also spoke with a Capital City accent.

Prince Ning continued, "Elder Princess Zi Yang was my father the Emperor’s own sister, my aunt, born of the Empress. Despite being from the central palace line, she was the most honest and virtuous. In my younger days, the rare moments of warmth I received came from her. It’s a pity that she devoted her foolish heart to Pan Zi’an, that pretty boy..." He waved his hand and let out a deep sigh, "Ah, well, let it be. Right and wrong, at this point, it’s all meaningless. What I want to say is, even though we know of this matter, we must keep it a secret for now, in consideration of Jinjin’s safety. I’m telling you in advance so you’re prepared for the news... Haha, who would have thought, you are actually my cousin-in-law, and I am your uncle by marriage. It turns out we are relatives."

After finishing, he actually burst out laughing.

Qian Manjiang was even more bewildered, the high and mighty prince was related to him! The beautiful Yueyue, she was actually a Commandery Princess!

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