Forced to die for his loyalty, he was reborn in the arms of the cold and cruel regent!

The ladies who had just been in Xingqing Palace had not gone far yet and were talking freely about justice.

"Tell me, is this marriage forced upon the Regent by Duke Shen using his family's power? Otherwise, why would the Regent marry a divorced woman as his principal wife?"

"Who says it's not true? Now that the Duke of Guo has made great contributions in the border battle, he naturally wants to do whatever he wants. Men like young and beautiful women, and this princess is already remarried."

As he spoke, he let out a mocking laugh.

Shen Mengyao clenched her fists, but she felt more inferior in her heart. If she hadn't misjudged the person in the first place, things between them wouldn't have come to this point.

Shen Mengyao paused for a moment, and she felt Qi Suian's hand tighten beside her, as if silently giving her strength. She took a deep breath, trying to put those gossips behind her, and looked up at Qi Suian, with a determined light in her eyes.

"Sui'an, I..." She started to speak, but her voice was choked.

Qi Suian gently interrupted her and said softly: "Mengyao, don't worry about those rumors. In my heart, you are always the one and only woman who is worth cherishing for my whole life. Everything in the past can't change your position in my heart."

After leaving these words, he cleared his throat.

When those people heard the sound, they immediately turned around, and when they saw that it was the two of them, they were scared out of their wits.

Qi Suian held Shen Mengyao's hand even tighter and raised his chin.

"Mengyao married me, not marrying up, but marrying down. If there are rumors like this, I will never let you off easily."

His words were sonorous and powerful, like a thunderclap in winter, instantly dispelling the whispers around them. The ladies looked at each other, their faces turned pale in an instant, and they hurriedly bowed and left, not daring to say another word.

Shen Mengyao felt the warmth coming from Qi Sui'an's palm, and the haze in her heart gradually dissipated.

The two smiled at each other and continued to walk forward. The spring scenery in the palace was in full bloom, with flowers blooming in profusion.

The wedding date was set for the third day of March. That day was a beautiful spring day, and the entire capital city seemed to be shrouded in a festive red.

The entire capital city was decorated with lights and filled with a festive atmosphere.

At dawn, Shen Mengyao was awakened and began a day of wedding preparations. The Queen Mother's personal arrangements made the entire process rigorous and meticulous, and no mistakes were allowed. Shen Mengyao wore a wedding dress and a phoenix crown on her head, and was as beautiful as a fairy.

Qi Sui'an was wearing a red robe and a brooch on his chest, which symbolized good luck. He looked heroic and extraordinary. He was invited to pick up the bride, and all the necessary courtesies were given.

The moment he took her hand, he smiled and said softly, "Mengyao, do you know how long I have been waiting for this day?"

Shen Mengyao raised her eyes: "Me too."

The two smiled at each other, their eyes full of affection and expectation. With a loud shout from the matchmaker, the wedding procession left the Shen Guogong Mansion and headed towards the Regent Palace. People along the street stopped to watch and talk about it, all of them envious of the union of this talented man and beautiful woman.

After arriving at the Regent's Palace, every step was filled with solemnity and joy, from jumping over the fire basin to remove all bad luck, to getting married in the wedding hall and toasting to the elders.

Qi Suian's careful care and deep affection for Shen Mengyao moved everyone present.

Duke Shen was even in tears.

"Mengyao, my daughter, you are finally happy."

As night fell, the guests gradually dispersed, but the Regent's Palace was still brightly lit and bustling. In the bridal chamber, the red candles flickered, illuminating the figures of the couple.

Qi Suian gently lifted Shen Mengyao's red veil, and their eyes met. Time seemed to freeze at this moment.

"Mengyao, from now on, you will be the only wife of my Qi Suian in this life."

Qi Sui'an's voice was gentle but firm. He took Shen Mengyao's hand and gently kissed her lips.

Shen Mengyao's eyes were slightly wet. She held Qi Sui'an's hand tightly, and her voice was choked with sobs: "Sui'an, thank you for accepting everything about me and giving me a new beginning. It is my greatest happiness to be able to spend this life with you."

The two hugged each other and cried. All the past and difficulties were blown away by the wind at this moment.

Every day after their marriage they are in love and very sweet.

Duke Shen stayed until May before leaving. Seeing the couple leaning against each other, he smiled and nodded: "I feel relieved to leave my daughter in your hands."

Qi Sui'an clasped his fists and said, "The Duke has served the country and the people, and is the person Sui'an admires the most. Meng Yao is also my beloved. Don't worry, I will never treat her unfairly."

"With your words, I have nothing to worry about." Duke Shen smiled and rode away.

In July, Shen Mengyao received a letter from the border, which Xiaoqi entrusted Shen Feimo to send to her.

The letter said that she had found Luochuan. Although the other party was unwilling to keep her, she still stayed there stubbornly and might not return to the capital in the future.

As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. All the decisions she made were worth it as long as they were beneficial to herself.

"What are you looking at?"

Suddenly a voice came from behind me. I turned around and saw a bunch of fresh purple magnolia flowers.

"It smells so good." She held it in her arms and looked up to see Qi Suian looking at her with sweat all over his forehead.

She took out her handkerchief and wiped the sweat from his face.

"Why are you running so fast?"

"Magnolia flowers decay too quickly. I want you to see fresh ones." Qi Sui'an looked at her with a smile, his eyes full of tenderness.

Shen Mengyao pulled the corner of her mouth and raised her eyes: "Then why don't you ask me to appreciate the flowers together?"

Qi Sui'an invited her seriously: "My lady, would you like to go boating on the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery together?"

"Of course." Shen Mengyao put her hand on his.

It’s so much fun to travel and enjoy the scenery.

In October they were already in the northwest, admiring the golden poplar trees.

After staying at the inn, Qi Sui'an took a cloak and put it on her. Looking at her writing under the candlelight, he asked with a smile.

"doing what?"

"I'm writing a letter home, but I want you to take a look first." Shen Mengyao had finished writing. She blew away the ink on the paper, then shyly handed it to him.

After reading the content clearly, Qi Suian widened his eyes in surprise.

"Great, we have a baby, Mengyao!"

Shen Mengyao snuggled into his arms: "Let's go to the border to see daddy and brother. I want them to be with us when I give birth."

Qi Sui'an held her shoulders tightly and said, "Okay, after you give birth to the baby, I will continue to take you boating on the lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery."

"Don't you miss the court?" Shen Mengyao looked at his jade-like face.

"A glass of wine, a lamp, having you by my side in this world is enough." Qi Sui'an hugged her tightly in his arms.

When Shen Mengyao heard this, a warm feeling surged in her heart.

When she was young, she had hoped to find a soulmate, to be together forever, and to live two lives. Now her wish has been fulfilled. She has no regrets in finding this soulmate. She hugged his waist back, enjoying the lingering tranquility of the moment.