Jiang Jilian was silent for a moment. He looked at Lu Yundi with a helpless look in his eyes: "Yundi, I know you have some concerns in your heart. But Ye Wanxue, she is my concubine after all, I can't be too harsh on her."

Lu Yundi took a deep breath.

A trace of determination flashed in his eyes: "Ji Lian, I know you are a man of affection and righteousness. But as the owner of the Marquis' Mansion, you must have a longer-term vision. Ye Wanxue's existence is a hidden danger to the future of our Zhenxing Marquis' Mansion."

Jiang Jilian's expression changed slightly. He looked at Lu Yundi and said in a serious tone, "Yundi, what you said makes sense. But Ye Wanxue has become a part of our family. I can't treat her like this."

A hint of determination flashed in Lu Yundi's eyes. She looked at Jiang Jilian and said firmly, "Jilian, I know your feelings. But I will make her understand that the owner of Zhenxing Marquis Mansion is me, Lu Yundi."

Jiang Jilian looked at Lu Yundi, and his heart was moved. He sighed deeply, and then said slowly: "Yundi, I know your determination. But please give me some time to think about it carefully."

Lu Yundi smiled slightly and patted Jiang Jilian on the shoulder gently: "Jilian, I believe you will make the most correct decision."

Lu Yundi sat opposite Jiang Jilian. She looked at Jiang Jilian and said softly, "Jilian, I know you are confused. But I hope you can understand that I am not asking you to make any decision. I just hope you can see Ye Wanxue's true face."

Jiang Ji Lian looked at Lu Yundi. He understood her concerns, but he also knew that Ye Wanxue was not as scheming as she imagined.

"Yundi, I know you are worried, but I believe in Ye Wanxue. Although she is my concubine, her love for Yinyi is real. I can't do unreasonable things to her just because she might have ambitions." Jiang Jilian said in a firm tone.

Lu Yundi looked at Jiang Jilian, a trace of pain flashed in her eyes. She took a deep breath and then spoke slowly: "Jilian, I just hope you can see clearly and not be blinded by emotions."

Lu Yundi smiled slightly, patted Jiang Jilian's shoulder gently, then turned and left.

.............

"Li Li, do you... want to go to the temple to burn incense?" Lu Yundi asked tentatively.

"Okay, mother, when are we going?" Jiang Lili nodded and agreed without hesitation, which surprised Lu Yundi.

"Since you are willing to go, let's set off early tomorrow morning." Lu Yundi sighed softly, with deep concern in his eyes.

Jiang Lili looked at her mother, a trace of doubt flashed in her eyes, she frowned slightly, as if thinking about something. She bit her lower lip lightly, and then slowly said: "Mom, is it because of the scar on my face that you want to take me to the temple to pray for blessings?"

Lu Yundi was slightly stunned. She didn't expect Jiang Lili to be so keenly aware of her intentions. She smiled gently, trying to hide her worries: "Lili, you know, mother doesn't care about your appearance, but is worried about your mood. You must have been scared when you saw Jiang Ren's ghost that night."

Jiang Lili's eyes suddenly became deep. She recalled the horror of that night and still felt a lingering fear in her heart. She nodded, with a hint of fragility in her eyes: "Yes, mother, I was really scared that night. I don't know why his ghost appeared in front of me, and I don't understand what he wanted to tell me."

Lu Yundi gently patted Jiang Lili's shoulder and said softly: "No matter what happens, you must remember that your mother will always be by your side. We went to the temple to pray that your face would heal quickly and to pray for your peace of mind."

Jiang Lili felt her mother's warmth. She smiled slightly and nodded: "Thank you, mother. I will remember it."

Although Jiang Lili's smile was weak, it warmed Lu Yundi's heart like the warm sunshine in spring. She looked at her daughter and prayed silently in her heart, hoping that this trip to the temple would dispel the haze in her daughter's heart.

The next morning, just after daybreak, the Zhenxing Marquis's mansion began to get busy. The servants were busy preparing the carriage and luggage, while Lu Yundi and Jiang Lili had a simple breakfast in the mansion and then set off for the temple together.

In the carriage, Jiang Lili held her mother's hand tightly, with a bit of anxiety in her eyes. Lu Yundi noticed her daughter's nervousness, she gently patted Jiang Lili's hand and comforted her softly: "Lili, don't worry, everything will be fine with your mother here."

"I know, mother." Jiang Lili answered softly. She tried to relax herself, but the fear in her heart still followed her.

The carriage moved slowly along the forest path, with lush trees on both sides. The sunlight shone through the branches and leaves onto the road, creating a mottled effect.

Jiang Lili looked out the window and couldn't help thinking of the scene that night. She closed her eyes and tried to dispel those horrible memories, but those fragments were deeply imprinted in her mind like a brand.

Soon, the carriage arrived at the temple. After Lu Yundi and Jiang Lili got off the carriage, they immediately felt the tranquility and solemnity of the temple. They walked into the main hall together, lit incense and candles, knelt in front of the Buddha statue, put their hands together, and prayed devoutly.

"May Buddha bless my daughter Jiang Lili and may she recover soon and be in a good mood." Lu Yundi prayed in a low voice, his eyes full of anticipation.

Jiang Lili also prayed with her mother, and the fear in her heart was gradually replaced by devout faith. She felt the sacredness of the temple and her heart gradually calmed down.

After the prayer, they strolled in the temple and admired the scenery. Lu Yundi took Jiang Lili to a quiet courtyard with a small pond in it and several goldfish swam in it.

"Li Li, look how comfortable these goldfish are." Lu Yundi said, pointing at the goldfish in the pond.

Jiang Lili smiled slightly. She squatted down and stared at the goldfish: "Yes, mother, they are carefree and free."

"People should be like this too. Don't be bothered by the disturbances in the outside world. Live freely like these goldfish." Lu Yundi said earnestly.

Jiang Lili nodded silently. She felt the wisdom in her mother's words. She looked up at her mother with a hint of gratitude in her eyes: "Mom, thank you for your teachings. I will remember it."

......

"Where is your master?" Jiang Lili asked.

"He went to drink." Jiang Yinli pursed his lips and asked, "Why are you asking him?"

Jiang Lili's eyes flashed with a hint of teasing, and the corners of her mouth rose slightly. She said, "I went to see him because I have something to ask of me. But since he is not here, I have no choice but to look for you, Yinli."

Jiang Yinli frowned, feeling a little uneasy.

Whenever his sister had something on her mind, she would always find an outlet to vent. He secretly guessed that this time his sister came to him again, probably because of that matter.

"Sister, if you have anything to say, just tell me." Jiang Yinli tried his best to make his tone sound calm.

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