All the people in the Hou Mansion are evil, and they will be repaid tenfold after rebirth

Jiang Yuqi pursed her lips and said no more. She knew that her sister-in-law's decision was not easy, and she also understood her sister-in-law's painstaking efforts.

At this time, the door of the hall was gently pushed open, and a servant came in with an envelope in his hand. He walked up to Yu and whispered, "Madam, this is a letter from the Chongren Mansion."

Yu took the envelope and opened it to examine it. Her brows slightly furrowed, and her expression became more solemn.

"Yundi, the letter says that Prince Chu invites you to visit Duke Chongren's Mansion tomorrow." Yu handed the letter to Lu Yundi.

Lu Yundi took the letter, and a trace of thought flashed in his eyes: "Old Madam, I think I will leave for the Chongren Mansion tomorrow. This trip may yield some results."

Yu nodded gently, her eyes full of worry and expectation: "Yun Di, you must be careful. Prince Chu is not an easy person to deal with, you must be more careful."

As night fell, the lights in the mansion were bright. Lu Yundi stood in front of the window, looking at the starry sky, and secretly made up his mind.

The next day was sunny. Lu Yundi wore a lavender silk dress and a jade hairpin, looking dignified and elegant. She took a carriage with several followers to the Chongren Mansion.

After arriving at the Chongren Mansion, she was led to the living room. Soon, Chu Qirui appeared in front of her.

Chu Qirui was dressed in fine clothes, with a handsome face, but there was an elusive light in his eyes. He smiled and greeted Lu Yundi: "Madam Zhenxing Marquis, welcome to the Chongren Mansion."

Lu Yundi smiled slightly, his eyes sharp: "Prince Chu, I came here this time to understand your attitude towards Zhenxing Marquis Mansion."

Chu Qirui raised his eyebrows slightly, with a sly look in his eyes: "Madam Zhenxing Marquis, you should know that I have no ill will towards Zhenxing Marquis Mansion. It's just that there are some things that we have to guard against."

A sharp light flashed in Lu Yundi's eyes: "Prince Chu, I understand your thoughts. But please remember that Zhenxing Marquisate is not a pawn that can be manipulated at will. If you are sincere, we are willing to work hand in hand with you."

Chu Qirui took a deep look at Lu Yundi and suddenly laughed: "Madam Zhenxing, you are really impressive. In this case, let's be frank."

Chu Qirui nodded slightly, signaling the servant to serve tea, then turned to face Lu Yundi, his expression becoming serious: "Madam, my Chongren Mansion has never had any connection with Zhenxing Marquis Mansion. However, the turbulent situation in recent years has forced us to re-examine everything around us. Although my Chongren Mansion does not dare to call itself a big family, we are also well aware of the dangers of the world and dare not take it lightly."

Lu Yundi picked up the teacup, blew on it gently, and responded calmly: "Your Highness is right. In this world of turmoil, who can stay out of it? Although our Zhenxing Marquisate is not as prominent as the Chongren Dukeate, it is also an upright family and naturally knows how to protect itself."

Chu Qirui's eyes flashed with admiration, and he smiled and said, "Madam is indeed extraordinary. Then I will say it directly. In recent years, there have been wars in the south of our country, and the people are exhausted. Although my Chongren Mansion is willing to support, its strength is limited. The Zhenxing Marquis Mansion has a deep foundation in the south. If the two families join forces, perhaps they can solve the worries of the Western Wei Dynasty."

Lu Yundi put down the teacup, a trace of thought flashed in his eyes: "Does the prince want to form an alliance with my Zhenxing Marquisate?"

Chu Qirui nodded, his expression sincere: "That's right. Madam, my Chongren Mansion and Zhenxing Marquis Mansion have joined forces, on the one hand, we can jointly fight against foreign enemies, and on the other hand, we can support each other in the court and work together for our dynasty."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, but a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes: "Sir, do you know the current predicament of our Zhenxing Marquis Mansion?"

Chu Qirui smiled slightly, with a confident look on his face: "Madam, why should I propose an alliance? I am well aware of the current predicament of the Zhenxing Marquisate, and I also understand your concerns. But our Chongren Mansion is willing to take the risk and advance and retreat together with the Zhenxing Marquisate."

Lu Yundi looked at Chu Qirui, with a complex emotion in her eyes. She knew that this decision was of great importance, not only to the future of Zhenxing Marquis Mansion, but also to the safety of the entire Western Wei. She pondered for a moment and finally made up her mind.

"Okay, Prince, our Zhenxing Marquisate is willing to form an alliance with Chongren Duke's Mansion." Lu Yundi said in a firm tone.

Chu Qirui's eyes flashed with joy. He stood up and bowed to Lu Yundi: "Madam, on behalf of the Chongren Mansion, I thank you for your trust. From now on, the Chongren Mansion and the Zhenxing Marquis Mansion are one family. We will face the storm together and create brilliance together."

The two reached a consensus, and the atmosphere in the living room of the Chongren Mansion became harmonious. Chu Qirui and Lu Yundi discussed some details about the alliance, and it was not until the sky gradually darkened that Lu Yundi got up to say goodbye.

Chu Qirui personally escorted Lu Yundi out of the mansion, and watched her riding in a carriage getting farther and farther away, with a sly look in his eyes.

……

As soon as they returned to Jinghong Garden in Zhenxing Marquis's mansion, the personal maid Xiang Zhu immediately walked to Lu Yundi and reported in a low voice: "Madam, we have found out about that woman. Her name is Ye Wanxue, she is now 27 years old. It is said that her husband is a businessman and is away all year round..."

Lu Yundi found it ironic. Her husband Jiang Jilian had really hidden his mistress Ye Wanxue very well!

"Send someone to keep an eye on it!"

Xiang Zhu nodded slightly, with a hint of determination in her eyes: "Yes, ma'am." She turned around to make arrangements, but was stopped by Lu Yundi.

"Wait, let's find out if Ye Wanxue has made any moves, especially if she has any correspondence with the outside world."

Xiang Zhu nodded and left. Lu Yundi sat on an exquisite rosewood chair, his eyes cold but his heart surging.

Soon, night fell, the lights in the Zhenxing Marquis's mansion were bright, and there was constant laughter in the banquet hall. Jiang Jilian sat in the main seat, with important family members on both sides, and Lu Yundi sat next to him, with a decent smile on her face, but her heart was full of disappointment and anger towards her husband.

At this moment, Xiang Zhu hurried into the hall and whispered a few words into Lu Yundi's ear. Lu Yundi frowned slightly, and a sharp look flashed in his eyes.

"Jilian, I'm feeling a little unwell, so I'll take my leave first." Lu Yundi stood up and said to Jiang Jilian indifferently.

Jiang Jilian glanced at Lu Yundi, a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes, but then he smiled and said, "If you feel uncomfortable, Madam, go and rest, don't worry about me."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, turned and left the hall, followed closely by Xiang Zhu.

Back in her own courtyard, Lu Yundi sat by the window with a deep look in her eyes. Xiang Zhu stood aside, waiting for her order.

"Xiang Zhu, can you trust that spy?" Lu Yundi suddenly asked.

Xiang Zhu was slightly stunned, then replied: "Madam, I secretly trained the spy outside. He is reliable and will not leak any information."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, with a look of determination in his eyes: "Okay, I want you to go to Ye Wanxue in person to see what she is doing."

Xiang Zhu was stunned for a moment, then responded, "Yes, ma'am."

In the dead of night, Xiang Zhu quietly left the Zhenxing Marquis Mansion and went straight to Ye Wanxue's residence.