si-mexico Chapter 128 Poor
Chapter 128 Poor
She thought to herself, "Even if she can't become my daughter-in-law, I'll find a way to become family. It would be such a pity to miss out on such a wonderful girl."
Then, Madam Pei said to Su Fuying with a happy expression, "Come on, let me take you to the front yard."
After saying that, he took Su Fuying's hand and walked happily towards the front yard.
Su Fuying was simply admiring the scenery, but she was stunned when she arrived at the front yard.
The area extending from the front hall inwards is now brightly decorated with lanterns and colorful ribbons, and adorned with red silk cloths. Large red lanterns hang high, creating a festive and joyous atmosphere.
"Husband... what does Godmother mean by this? Is there any happy event in the family?" Su Fuying looked at everything in front of her, feeling both puzzled and surprised.
She didn't know what was going on, but judging from the arrangements, it seemed that something special was about to happen.
Madam Pei smiled mysteriously, her eyes full of joy: "Of course there's good news! Mother has gained a wonderful daughter. Isn't that a great joy?" She held Su Fuying's hand and said with a beaming smile.
Su Fuying was really embarrassed by Madam Pei today. She was not used to being so intimate with people, and today's situation was really too strange.
She lowered her head, a blush rising on her face, and said softly, "Godmother is joking."
Madam Pei, however, was relentless. Upon hearing the term "godmother" again, she couldn't help but frown.
Feigning displeasure, she said, "Godmother doesn't sound good. 'Girl' sounds better. What do you think, Yingying?" She looked at Su Fuying with expectant eyes.
Meeting Madam Pei's shrewd gaze, Su Fuying smiled helplessly and had no choice but to compromise: "Alright, alright, whatever Mother says."
She could also tell that Madam Pei liked her very much, and she didn't want to disappoint her.
So she obediently changed her address and called her "Mother".
"How many servants does Mother have in her household?" Su Fuying was filled with curiosity. She couldn't help but recall the desolate scene she had seen when she arrived at the Pei residence earlier, when there were very few servants in the front yard.
However, in just half an hour, the entire mansion had been completely transformed, as if it had been redecorated. The speed of this transformation was truly astonishing.
Seemingly sensing Su Fuying's doubts, Madam Pei smiled and explained, "The servants in the Pei household are not ordinary people. They are all soldiers who have returned from the battlefield, so they act decisively and efficiently."
"I see." Su Fuying murmured softly, having gained a deeper understanding of the servants in the Pei household.
"Would Yingying like to have lunch with her mother today?" Madam Pei looked at Su Fuying expectantly, waiting for her response.
Even now, Su Fuying's mind was still in turmoil. She couldn't understand why she had suddenly gained a mother.
"Having dinner with Mother is no problem at all." Su Fuying finally agreed. Although she was still a little confused, she decided to put aside her doubts for the time being and let things take their course.
The two strolled side by side in the courtyard, enjoying the tranquil atmosphere.
Madam Pei suddenly leaned closer to Su Fuying and asked in a low, mysterious voice, "Is Yingying very familiar with the Regent?" "Uh, cough cough cough." Su Fuying almost choked on her saliva, suppressing her doubts as she asked, "Mother, what do you mean by that?"
A hint of hesitation flashed across Madam Pei's face as she silently walked into the dining room.
After dismissing the servants, Madam Pei finally couldn't hold back any longer. "This matter was supposed to be kept secret, but seeing you today made me feel especially close to you. It was my intention to recognize you as my daughter, so I still have to tell you about this."
Su Fuying was momentarily confused by these words and asked in bewilderment, "What do you mean, Mother?"
"Some time ago, the Regent came to me and asked me to adopt you as my daughter. I thought it was utterly absurd and refused."
Later, I saw you at the Queen's banquet, and I wanted to see what kind of woman could make the Regent show some humanity. At that time, I thought the Regent was just seduced by beauty.
As Madam Pei finished speaking, she looked at Su Fuying with a hint of admiration, thinking to herself, "My daughter is truly remarkable; even the Regent Prince has been captivated by her."
"Wait, Mother, when did you say he first came to you?" Su Fuying was somewhat surprised. If it was really as she expected, then this man was too terrifying.
She had not planned to leave the Su family mansion before, because the people inside had not yet received the punishment they deserved.
She later discovered that even after she left, those people would come looking for her.
The man came to see her mother around the time she had just arrived in the capital. Did he anticipate her prediction?
"If you count it up, it should be the day after you were made a princess."
Upon hearing this, Su Fuying slammed her hand on the table and stood up. She was now eager to confront him.
"Don't rush, let your mother finish speaking first." Madam Pei patted her hand reassuringly, gesturing for her to sit down.
“After that, he came to see me three more times, each time bringing some gifts and letters, but I did not accept them. Until late last night, he came again and made an attractive offer—if I agreed, he would allow your father and brothers to return home before the New Year to reunite with us and celebrate the festival. After thinking about it for a long time, I finally agreed.”
"Unexpectedly, you are the person I've been looking for; this is completely beyond my expectations. But since that's the case, it doesn't count as an agreement between us. I'll explain the situation to him next time I see him."
"I'm telling you these things today because I don't want you to misunderstand me when you find out the truth in the future. I also want you to understand that someone has been quietly planning and paving the way for your future."
Madam Pei sighed softly, looking tenderly at the woman who was still in a daze before her, and continued, "I understand his good intentions. Your coming-of-age ceremony will be held tomorrow, and he just wants to make sure you can hold this important ceremony in a grand and glorious manner."
Su Fuying's thoughts were in complete disarray. She never imagined that the man had done so much for her without her knowledge.
Everything that happened was actually his meticulously planned scheme; even the day the emperor left the palace to help her was arranged by him.
So, the Emperor's protection of her on the day she returned to the capital and his unjustified bestowal of the title of Princess was probably also due in no small part to his behind-the-scenes influence.
Thinking of this, Su Fuying suddenly felt an indescribable emotion.
"Mother, what does the Regent mean?"
Su Fuying truly couldn't understand his intentions. She had already received payment for treating him, so why would he bother helping her again? Did he have some other motive?
However, she had nothing and couldn't think of anything that he could covet.
"I don't think the Regent meant any harm. Although he's considered treacherous and cruel by the world, he's ultimately a pitiful person."
When Madam Pei mentioned this matter, a hint of sadness appeared on her face.