Disguised as a man, she became the biggest villain in the book.

Chapter 207 There will always be someone trying to cause trouble.

Pei Mansion

Outside, gongs and drums resounded, and red lanterns were hung everywhere. The entire capital was filled with a lively, peaceful, and joyous atmosphere. Time flew by, and today was the auspicious day of Pei Wenxuan and He Jinyu's wedding.

Four months have passed since He Jinyu and Pei Wenxuan were tricked, and the banquet for the envoys of Beirong was something that happened last year.

Since the incident with the envoy, war has broken out with the Northern Rong, and this war has lasted for more than a year.

Quan Yuyuan chose to join the army after his last trip to the martial arts world, and two years have passed since then.

Three years have passed since Zheng Luoqi and Pei Wenyu made their promise.

This wedding attracted the attention of many prominent families. After all, no one thought that these two families could be paired up. On the surface, it was He Jinyu marrying Pei Wenxuan, but who didn't know that behind it was a confrontation between the Prime Minister and the Imperial Censor?

Pei Wenxuan was dressed in a gorgeous bridal gown today. Her maids were carefully applying her makeup. However, at this moment, Pei Wenxuan's eyes were vacant, as if she had lost her soul, and she was like a puppet being manipulated by others.

Almost all the powerful and influential people in the capital came to He Jinyu's wedding. Because He Jinyu had no parents and was raised by the Prime Minister, Zheng Luoqi attended as He Jinyu's brother.

Even in this joyous moment, there are always some people who don't want others to be happy. At this moment, He Jinyu, holding Pei Wenxuan's hand, walked into the lobby with a blank expression.

At the top of the hall sat Madam Pei—Pei Wenxuan's mother. On this joyous occasion for Pei Wenxuan, almost all the relatives of the Pei family who could come were present.

Pei Wenzhao's father passed away prematurely, leaving only Madam Pei to manage the affairs of the household. Her expression did not appear particularly cheerful, but in order to maintain the face of the Pei family, she still forced a smile and happily accepted the tea that He Jinyu handed her.

Madam Pei gave He Jinyu a meaningful look, then said to Pei Wenxuan earnestly, "Take good care of yourself! If you suffer any injustice, remember that you have the entire Pei family behind you."

"I understand!" Pei Wenxuan nodded obediently upon hearing Madam Pei's words.

Madam Pei's words were not only for Pei Wenxuan's ears, but also for He Jinyu. How could He Jinyu not understand Madam Pei's meaning? However, he still had to give her face, so He Jinyu's face did not show much expression, and he replied indifferently, "Mother! I will take good care of her!"

Madam Pei could tell from He Jinyu's reaction that he didn't like Pei Wenxuan, but she didn't try to dissuade him. She knew that the deed was done, and even if there were no feelings involved, the marriage still had to happen.

With a loud voice: "The auspicious time has arrived!" Pei Wenxuan seemed to wake from a dream and got into the bridal sedan chair, while the groom He Jinyu rode his horse in front of the sedan chair like a puppet.

It should have been a joyous day, but the groom showed no joy whatsoever. His face was expressionless, as if he were simply carrying out a task.

From the moment the bride arrived at the He family home, the journey was uneventful, and no one dared to cause trouble. He Jinyu and Pei Wenxuan dutifully completed all the formalities.

"Worship heaven and earth!"

"Two thanks to the high hall!"

"Couple greetings!"

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The He family home was bustling with activity as many guests arrived. He Jingyu had specially arranged a separate table for Zheng Luoqi, Boyu, and Zisang. Yu Yifei had originally planned to join them, but the Minister of Personnel had forcibly pulled him back.

Zheng Luoqi had just picked up his teacup, about to take a sip, when he suddenly stopped, a smile spreading across his face. That familiar scent told him that this joyous day was anything but peaceful.

Boyu and Zisang noticed that Zheng Luoqi hadn't drunk the tea, and immediately realized there was something wrong with the tea, so they stopped moving.

"Don't be too nervous! Don't be too reserved today, and don't let others notice anything unusual!" Zheng Luoqi gently waved the fan in her hand and smiled as she spoke to Boyu and Zisang.

"Go tell Jingyu to be careful today," Zheng Luoqi instructed seriously, looking into the distance.

Upon hearing the order, Boyu immediately nodded in agreement and turned to leave to deliver the message.

Just then, when Zheng Luoqi turned her head to look around, her eyes met those of another person, who was none other than Ji Beichen, the young master of the Ji family.

Ji Beichen was dressed in a magnificent brocade robe. He was handsome, elegant, and gave people a gentle and refined feeling.

But his eyes revealed an indescribable madness—yes, madness. Although it was not easy to detect, Zheng Luoqi still caught it.

His gaze contrasted sharply with his gentle appearance, creating a deep sense of incongruity.

Zheng Luoqi did not avoid the other person's gaze; instead, she met his eyes. Their gazes met in the air, as if an invisible contest was unfolding.

Neither of them was willing to look away easily, as if whoever showed weakness first would lose this silent battle.

Finally, Ji Beichen broke the deadlock, picked up his wine glass, and slowly walked towards Zheng Luoqi. When he reached Zheng Luoqi, he stopped and smiled, saying, "Lord Zheng, may I have a word with you in private?"

Zheng Luoqi replied without hesitation, "No!" He didn't even glance at Ji Beichen.

Ji Beichen wasn't angry. He turned his gaze to the tea and food in front of Zheng Luoqi and saw that Zheng Luoqi hadn't touched her chopsticks or drunk her tea. The tea in the other two seats was the same.

Ji Beichen then smiled and said, "You noticed? You're quite wary, you didn't even drink it!"

"But it's alright. What if only the few people you brought are alright, sir?" Ji Beichen said to Zheng Luoqi with a mischievous smile.

"Heh! You're here for me?" Zheng Luoqi asked coldly, a disdainful smile playing on his lips.

"Did Chen Xianlin say something to you? Let me guess, it must be related to Wen Nanwan!" Zheng Luoqi was completely unconcerned about Ji Beichen's sudden outburst, as if everything was under his control.

"Shut up, you're not worthy to mention her name!" Ji Beichen's expression suddenly changed, a cold glint flashed in his eyes, and he said in an icy voice.

"Hahahaha, who do you think you are, daring to teach me how to do things? You should be grateful that I let you stand here and speak to me instead of kneeling. If you know what's good for you, you should get lost and stop making a fool of yourself here!" When Zheng Luoqi heard Ji Beichen say that he was not worthy to mention Wen Nanwan, she not only did not get angry, but laughed loudly, her eyes filled with mockery and arrogance.

"As for Wen Nanwan, she's fine when I'm in a good mood and don't remember her. But if I happen to remember her one day when I'm in a bad mood, I'll whip her corpse. What do you say?" Zheng Luoqi said with a smug smile and a threatening tone.

"You dare?" Ji Beichen clenched his fists tightly, veins bulging on his forehead, his eyes flashing with rage. He had never been so angry before.