Now that you're reborn, who would still keep a mistress for their scumbag husband?

The next morning, Dou Jinzhao went to Daylily Hall without waiting for breakfast. When he was almost at the door, he saw Lu Changyuan standing in the flower path under the tree. Hearing the noise, he turned his head.

The two of them went in together, and the lady was very happy to see the talented and beautiful couple.

As the weather turned cooler, her cough and asthma came back.

Dou Jinzhao helped her administer medicine and patted her back. "Let the doctor from the Imperial Hospital come over to see you tomorrow morning."

"I feel much better after using that medicine. You don't have to always worry about it. This is an old illness of mine. This year is much better than in previous years." The lady took Dou Jinzhao's hand and went to the main room and sat down on the Luohan bed.

A maid came in quickly, "Madam, Duke, Madam, the maid from the Dou family is here and said she has something to hand over to you personally!"

"Then let her in." The lady had always been very respectful of Jin Zhao, and this was not a big deal.

A respectable maid came in holding a long black painted box. After paying her respects, she held up the box in front of everyone and said, "Madam, this is the red mandarin duck tent that the Duke gave to the second young lady yesterday. The second young lady said it would be better to return it to you, saying that everyone in the capital is gossiping about it. The second young lady doesn't care, but she's afraid that Madam and the Duke will have a rift over this matter."

Dou Jinzhao sat there without moving. Lu Changyuan was somewhat moved. "Since it's given to the second young lady, there's no need to return it. Take it back!"

The old woman didn't move and looked at Dou Jinzhao's expression.

The lady also noticed something was wrong. She waved her hand and asked someone to take the old woman away. She asked her daughter-in-law and her husband, "What happened?"

Dou Jinzhao took a deep breath and explained the whole thing in a simple and clear manner, and said with a smile, "Mother, don't take it to heart. My second sister has always been sensible and considerate of others. She probably heard something today and was afraid that I would get angry with the Duke because of this matter, so she gave up and sent the red mandarin duck tent back.

In fact, my second sister is overthinking. How can we two sisters become estranged just because of a red mandarin duck tent? "

Even earlier than in the previous life, Dou Miaojin and Lu Changyuan had already been having an affair.

Red mandarin duck tent?

The lady glared at her son and cursed, "Ridiculous! How could the Dou family be short of a tent for her?"

Lu Changyuan disagreed, "Mother, although Miao Jin and Jin Zhao are twins, they have been raised in the farm since they were young, and they are not comparable to Jin Zhao. She saw Jin Zhao being rewarded by her aunt every other day, with brocade and jewelry, so she had some ideas, it's just a tent!"

Dou Jinzhao lowered her head and closed her eyes. "Mother, it's my fault after all. I thought the Queen's reward was so honorable. If I gave it to someone else, I would be disappointed with the Queen's love. Since the Duke said so, from now on, whenever the Queen gives a reward, I will let my second sister choose first."

The lady also noticed that Dou Jinzhao was a little angry today. "The Queen's reward should either be used by yourself or kept as a gift. How can you give it to others? Don't listen to his nonsense."

Lu Changyuan glanced at Dou Jinzhao and said, "Mother, has your son ever done anything wrong in all these years? Miao Jin not only helped me in Weizhou this time, but she also knows Hong Ran, who is Yanzhijian's person. If you can contact Hong Ran and ask Yanzhijian to treat your mother's illness and take care of the queen's health, your son will be relieved."

"Miao Jin said she knew Hong Ran?" Dou Jinzhao was a little embarrassed. This news was really unbelievable to her.

Others don’t know who Yanzhi Jian is, but Dou Jinzhao knows that Yanzhi Jian is herself.

Hong Ran is the head of the Changliu Pavilion's pharmacy and one of her four most capable subordinates. Does she not know whether Dou Miaojin and Hong Ran have a friendship?

The lady was also shocked, "Yanzhijian is the only disciple of Changliu Mountain God Medicine Baisheng?"

Lu Changyuan was not surprised at all. He could understand the reactions of the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law. He was very sure, "Yes, Miao Jin and Hong Ran have a past. She said that she would ask Hong Ran to help Qing Yanzhi Sword come out of seclusion. If this is true, mother's illness can be cured."

In both lives, the lady treated Dou Jinzhao very well, loving her like her own daughter and making her feel true maternal love.

The old lady had an old illness, and she didn't want to reveal her identity, so she didn't do it herself. Instead, she asked the doctor at the Imperial Hospital to give the old lady medicine. Over the past year, her cough has actually not become a serious problem.

"Doctor Wu's pulse has improved compared to usual. I've taken his medicine and I feel much better than in previous years. You don't have to worry. But if the Queen can recover with Rouge Sword's personal care, it will be a great blessing for our Lu family."

If Empress Lu were gone and Emperor Yongjia took over as the new emperor, the Lu family's power and wealth would certainly be greatly reduced.

This is what moved Lu Changyuan the most, and why he still gave the red mandarin duck tent to Dou Miaojin even though he knew it was inappropriate. And Dou Miaojin had the red mandarin duck tent sent to Xuancao Hall at this time, forcing Lu Changyuan to confront the old lady.

At this moment, the lady also understood.

She looked at Dou Jinzhao with pity, "Zhaozhao, since she is your sister, please take more care of her. See if you can ask your second sister to help get the Rouge Sword as soon as possible. At the very least, ask Miss Hongran to help the Queen recuperate."

When Dou Jinzhao heard the word "as soon as possible", she understood the lady's choice. Lu Changyuan had already reached an agreement with Dou Miaojin. Even if she was her sister, if she got involved now, things might fail. What's more, Dou Miaojin's intention was already written on her mind.

Dou Jinzhao was very considerate. "Mother, since my second sister has already agreed to contact Miss Hongran, it shouldn't be a problem. Besides, the Duke brought my second sister back from Weizhou, and he was also kind to me. My second sister is not an ungrateful person."

The lady was very satisfied and took Dou Jinzhao's hand. "Okay, I knew you were a reasonable person. It's worth it that the queen loves you so much."

Dou Jinzhao calmly pulled her hand out. Although she was somewhat reluctant, her reason would not allow her to drag her feet.

She was reborn on the day of her wedding, and even though she knew that there was a blood feud between her and Lu Changyuan, she still couldn't bear to see the old lady coughing heartbreakingly. But she wouldn't be so foolish as to think that the old lady would choose between her and the Lu family.

She treated the old lady's cough, which was the only gentle thing she did for the Lu family. From now on, it would be a life-and-death battle between them.

The lady was thoughtful for a moment. She was very satisfied with her daughter-in-law Dou Jinzhao.

The Dou family was a family of scholars, and Dou Jinzhao was extremely handsome and elegant. One year after his marriage, he did everything perfectly, whether it was being filial to his aunt and uncle or taking care of the household.

Sighing secretly, the lady asked Lu Changyuan, "Did you rest in the front yard last night?"

Lu Changyuan felt a little uncomfortable, "Yes, I came back too late from the palace yesterday, and I still had some official business to deal with."

The lady's tone was filled with dissatisfaction. "On your wedding day, you went to war without even wearing a veil. Although it was for the country, it was unfair to Zhao Zhao. In the past year, Zhao Zhao has never complained. She has served me very well and has managed the house perfectly. Who doesn't say good things about her?"

Lu Changyuan lowered his head and said "yes".

"Now, the family is reunited. I don't know how many days I can live. I look forward to seeing my grandson being born so that I can meet your father in the future. I heard that Zhao Zhao sent red dates, angelica and black chicken soup to your roommate early in the morning. This is her kindness and generosity. Don't wrong her too much. Choose a day to consummate your marriage as soon as possible."

Lu Changyuan suddenly looked up at Dou Jinzhao. He had a very good appearance, with a pair of dark brown eyes reflecting light, a high nose bridge, and two thin lips that were just like his personality, ruthless and cold.