Madam Lu pondered for a moment and slowly said, "Di'er, don't be too anxious. Regarding the fire, have you ever thought about whether there is someone in the mansion who is secretly interfering?"

Lu Yundi nodded: "I also think it may be an internal matter, but there are so many people in the mansion, it is difficult for me to check one by one. Besides, I have been busy with affairs recently, and I have limited understanding of the situation in the mansion."

Madam Lu patted Lu Yundi's hand gently and said earnestly, "Di'er, you are a smart child. I believe you can come up with a solution. Although internal investigation is difficult, as long as we are careful, we can always find clues. As for the affairs of the mansion, you can take your time and don't exhaust yourself."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, feeling warm in her heart: "Mom, I know you are worried, but I will try my best. It's just that sometimes I am really tired and I really want to have a shoulder to lean on."

A trace of distress flashed across Mrs. Lu's eyes. She looked at Lu Yundi lovingly and said softly, "Di'er, where is your husband? Can't he help you share some of the burden?"

Lu Yundi sighed softly: "Ji Lian also has his own pressures, and he is also very busy with the affairs of the Marquis' Mansion. We are both working hard, but sometimes we really feel powerless."

At this point, Lu Yundi's eyes could not help but turn red. Seeing this, Mrs. Lu quickly took out her handkerchief and gently wiped her tears: "Di'er, you have to be strong. You know? You are a mother now, and you are the support of your daughter Jiang Zihan. You have to set a good example for her."

At this time, Jiang Zihan came over from the side. She looked at Lu Yundi and whispered, "Mother, don't be sad. I will be good and won't make you worry."

Lu Yundi looked at her daughter, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She stroked Jiang Zihan's head and said with a smile: "Zihan, you are such a sensible child."

Mrs. Lu looked at her granddaughter with eyes full of love. She smiled and said, "Zi Han, you know what? You are your grandparents' treasure. Your mother works so hard, you should be a good boy and let her worry less."

Jiang Zihan nodded heavily. She took Lu Yundi's hand and said seriously, "Mother, I will be obedient. I will study hard and make you and grandpa and grandma proud of me."

Madam Lu looked at the thinner Lu Yundi with a distressed look on her face, and asked directly: "Yundi, tell me honestly, do you still like Jiang Jilian? If you don't like him anymore, wait for your father and eldest brother to come back, and then you can come back too!"

Lu Yundi's eyes dimmed instantly, she lowered her head and was silent for a moment. Mrs. Lu's words seemed to stir up a wave in her heart, causing her to fall into deep thought.

"Mother, you know that feelings are not static." Lu Yundi answered softly, her voice trembling a little. "I admit that after I married Ji Lian, there were misunderstandings and estrangements between us, but I also know that he is my husband and Zi Han's father. My feelings for him are no longer just love."

Madam Lu listened carefully. She held Lu Yundi's hand tightly, her eyes full of concern: "Di'er, I don't want you to give up easily. It's just that I feel bad to see you working so hard. If you are not happy in the Marquis' Mansion, I would rather you come back. At least by my side, you won't suffer so much."

Lu Yundi raised her head, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "Mother, I know your intentions. But the Marquis' Mansion is not only Ji Lian's home, but also my home. Over the years, I have paid a lot in the Marquis' Mansion and have my own position. I am not willing to give up easily. I want to prove that I can manage the Marquis' Mansion well and make the family more prosperous."

Mrs. Lu listened to her daughter's firm words, feeling both relieved and worried. She said slowly, "Di'er, I understand your determination. But I hope you can take care of your body while holding on. Although the Marquis's Mansion is important, your own happiness and health are the most important."

Lu Yundi nodded. She gently held her mother's hand and said with a smile, "Mom, I understand. I will take care of my health. It's just that sometimes I need your support and encouragement."

Mrs. Lu smiled. Her daughter needed more than encouragement and support. She thought for a moment and then said, "Di'er, I have an idea. Your father and elder brother have a certain influence in the court. Maybe they can help you solve some problems in the Marquis' Mansion. Go back and discuss with them to see if you can find a solution to the problem."

Lu Yundi's eyes lit up. This was a good idea. She looked at her mother gratefully and said, "Mom, you are really my strong support. I will go back and discuss it with my father and eldest brother to see if they have any good ideas."

"Mother, don't worry, I will act carefully and will not bring shame to the family. Besides, Ji Lian... he has also been working hard, and we may be able to find a solution together." There was a hint of firmness in Lu Yundi's voice.

Mrs. Lu looked at her daughter, her eyes revealing deep love: "Di'er, mother knows you have been working hard. But husband and wife always need to support each other. When you go back, communicate more with Ji Lian. Sometimes, a look or a word can resolve misunderstandings."

......

Chu Qirui took a deep breath and said to Lu Yundi: "To be honest, it is the emperor who wants the military token. If you hide the military token and the emperor blames you, you and the Lu family... will be in danger."

As soon as Chu Qirui finished speaking, Lu Yundi's face turned pale instantly. A trace of panic flashed in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure.

This matter was of great importance and concerned the safety of the entire Marquis's Mansion. She sat down slowly, picked up the teacup on the table, and blew away the hot steam in the cup gently.

"Young Marquis Chu, I understand what you said." Lu Yundi's voice was calm and firm. She looked at Chu Qirui with a hint of unyielding in her eyes. "It's just that I really didn't know about the military token. Since I saw it in the warehouse that day, I have been looking for the whereabouts of the military token, but to no avail."

Chu Qirui frowned, he knew that Lu Yundi was not an ordinary person, if she was not sure, she would not easily admit it. He took a deep breath, trying to find a loophole in Lu Yundi's words.

"Mrs. Lu, you are a smart person. You should know that this is not the time to hide anything." Chu Qirui's voice became stern, and his eyes were as sharp as a knife. "The emperor wants the military token to stabilize the overall situation. If the military token falls into the hands of others, the consequences will be disastrous. I don't mean to embarrass you, but please cooperate and tell me the whereabouts of the military token."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly. Chu Qirui's worries were not unreasonable. However, she also had her own doubts in her heart. She looked at Chu Qirui and her tone became softer: "Young Marquis Chu, I can understand what you said. But you also have to understand that if I knew the whereabouts of the military token, how could I hide it? I am also a clay Buddha crossing the river, and I can't protect myself. If you can provide some clues, I will do my best."

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