Everyone else had left the room.
Yun Jinnian glanced back and pursed her lips, silent.
Her eyes gradually deepened.
Yuwen Ming took Yun Jinnian’s hand, "Grandmother has always been kind-hearted, it will be okay!"
Yun Jinnian wanted to say that was true for her because she was her granddaughter and would naturally be treasured, but in the end, she said nothing and just nodded slightly.
The Commandery Princess of the State took out a jade pendant and handed it to Mrs. Han.
Mrs. Han quickly stood up, "Your Highness, what is this..."
"This is the token given by Father Emperor to my palace, and I give it to you today, simply to put your mind at ease. Whether Jinnian can cure Xiao Wu or not, I will not blame her. Do not pressure the Jinnian girl, let her do as she wishes!"
"But Your Highness, the Commandery Prince..."
The Commandery Princess of the State sighed, "These years, Xiao Wu has lived enough. It’s because my palace has been unwilling to let him go that he hasn’t spoken for two years. If the poison in his body can be cured, it will be a joy for all. If not, it is fate, all fate!"
Mrs. Han, upon hearing this, couldn’t help but sigh.
Such is the heart of all parents in the world.
She quickly got up and bowed to the Commandery Princess, "With these words from Your Highness, I know what to do!"
"You are fortunate to have given birth to such a good daughter!"
"Thank you for your compliment, Your Highness!"
The Commandery Princess of the State smiled, "You may go now, I am tired."
She casually put the jade pendant away.
That jade pendant, tantamount to the imperial seal, would of course not truly be given away. It was only brought out to show Mrs. Han, just to put her mind at ease.
Although she was old, she was not senile yet.
"Yes, I take my leave!"
Mrs. Han left the room.
The Commandery Princess of the State then said, "Just as the rumors say, very cautious!"
"It’s just a pity she married such a person!"
The Commandery Princess of the State began to laugh, "But it’s not solely the fault of Yun Family’s Second Master. She is also to blame for being too aloof and not understanding that in the face of love, one must bend and put aside pride. However, the Yun Family’s reputation has indeed declined. I recall back when the last old matriarch was in charge, the Yun Family was bustling with activity..."
As the Princess spoke, she couldn’t help but sigh, "In the blink of an eye, I’ve grown old, and this time, I almost didn’t make it over this hurdle!"
"Your Highness!" Song Momo’s eyes immediately reddened.
"While saying you don’t believe it, in your heart you already do, otherwise you wouldn’t have come, would you?"
"Remember my words, if something indeed happens, issue my decree, absolving Yun Jinnian of all guilt!"
Mrs. Han walked out of the room and looked up at the sky, finding the sun particularly glaring that day.
"Mother!" Yun Jinnian called out and walked over to Mrs. Han’s side.
Mrs. Han rubbed Yun Jinnian’s head, "Make sure to treat Her Highness well, understand?"
"Then stay here and accompany Her Highness back to the Capital City. I’m going back first!"
Yun Jinnian was startled, "Mother, you are leaving first?"
"Mm, your father will be home for the Dragon Boat Festival, and I must return. And also, the gifts from the City Lord Residence need to be sent back, so they can celebrate the festival at home, right?"
After Mrs. Han said this, Yun Jinnian understood.
Mrs. Han originally intended to leave Bai Que behind, but Yun Jinnian insisted on only keeping Hemei and Henuan; Mrs. Han couldn’t do without Bai Que by her side.
In the end, Mrs. Han did not insist, taking Bai Que with her as she left.
Watching the departing caravan, Yun Jinnian exhaled deeply.
A warm hand grasped her icy one. Yun Jinnian turned to look and saw Yuwen Ming, her lips curving slightly.
"Don’t be sad, we’ll rest here for a couple of days, and I’m sure I can get you home by the Dragon Boat Festival!" Yuwen Ming consoled.
Her heart was filled with a complex mix of emotions.
Actually, whether she went back for the Dragon Boat Festival was not important.
She didn’t really want to face the Yun Family; being away felt much more comfortable and pleasant than being at the Yun Family’s home.