Chapter 55 - 55 55 Provocation

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Chapter 55: Chapter 55 Provocation! Chapter 55: Chapter 55 Provocation! Zhan Lan, wearing a veil, returned to the backyard with Liu Xi. Soon after, an Imperial Physician also arrived at Zhan Lan’s main house. Imperial Doctor Jiang took Zhan Lan’s pulse and examined the rash on her arm before prescribing a pile of medicine. Moreover, he also administered acupuncture to Zhan Lan, who had no choice but to accept everything. Imperial Doctor Jiang, with a kindly smile, said, “Miss Zhan, your ailment stems from within and is non-contagious. Drink the medicine for one more day, and you will be cured by tomorrow.” Zhan Lan nodded her head, relieved and smiling in gratitude, “Thank you, Physician.” Imperial Doctor Jiang hinted meaningfully, “If Miss’s illness is not completely cured, I will come again tomorrow!” “Thank you for your trouble!” Zhan Lan said with a smile. After the physician left, Zhan Lan’s smile faded. She knew the Princess well. She has a nanny Xie by her side, who is cunning and has done many bad deeds for her. This idea must have been given by Nanny Xie. And, Imperial Doctor Jiang’s words were quite clear. The illnesses of her and Zhan Hui must be treated completely by the palace! Zhan Lan said to Liu Xi, “Let’s secretly burn the medicinal herbs.” “Yes, Miss!” Liu Xi knew Zhan Lan did this because she did not trust the external medicine, better burn it. Zhan Lan pondered what the Princess’s next move would be, guessing that once she and Zhan Hui were cured, they would find out! ... Three days later, the Zhan Family received an Imperial Decree from the Empress. Liu Xi brought the news to Zhan Lan, “Miss, tomorrow is the Empress’s birthday, and there is a Flowers Banquet in the palace. It is said that all the children of the Zhan Family should attend.” Zhan Lan was dressing up and put down the comb she was holding upon hearing Liu Xi’s words. Suddenly, someone hurried into the courtyard. Nanny Liu, who serves the Old Madam, entered cheerfully, “Miss Zhan Lan, the palace is holding a Flowers Banquet, and your name is on the list. Please prepare well and go together tomorrow.” Zhan Lan stood up and said, “Saved me a trip, thank you for taking the trouble, Nanny.” Nanny Liu cheerfully replied, “Then, this old servant will leave!” After Nanny Liu left, Zhan Lan picked up the comb to continue combing her hair, while Liu Xi couldn’t tell what Zhan Lan was thinking. But Zhan Lan was well aware that tomorrow, all noble families’ children would attend the Flowers Banquet. This banquet might seem like a birthday celebration for the Empress, but it is also a venue for selecting people. First, to choose a husband for the Princess. Second, to prepare for selecting concubines for several Princes in the future. However, in her previous life as a foster daughter of the Zhan Family, Zhan Lan had no right to attend the banquet. It was at this very banquet, just married to the Princess, Zhan Hui met his tragic fate due to accusations of molesting a concubine. Zhan Lan’s eyes darkened, it seems someone not only wants to frame Zhan Hui at this banquet but also has designs on her. Right now, it was impossible not to attend the Flowers Banquet, and she must prepare thoroughly to handle the situation! Zhan Lan opened the wardrobe, contemplating what to wear tomorrow. Suddenly, the door was kicked open from the outside. “This is the Miss’s boudoir, you can’t enter!” Liu Xi was held down at the window sill, unable to move. Zhan Peng and Zhan Qingqing walked into Zhan Lan’s room. Zhan Lan was taken aback when she saw Zhan Qingqing, then remembered that today was the day Zhan Qingqing returned to the General Mansion to visit her family. “Qingqing, there’s no one around now, as long as you don’t ruin her face, you can handle her however you want!” Zhan Peng said fiercely. Zhan Qingqing approached Zhan Lan, with a face full of triumph, “Zhan Lan, it is you who killed my mother. You’d better leave the General Mansion voluntarily, or else your days will be filled with unease.” Zhan Lan was held down by Zhan Peng, her expression calm. Little Black rushed over and was thrown into the corner by Zhan Peng, yelping. Zhan Lan frowned, a signal from the Death Guard sounded outside the door, and Zhan Lan coughed twice, signaling them not to make a move yet. Zhan Qingqing walked to Zhan Lan’s wardrobe, looking disdainfully at the dresses inside, “I heard you are going to the palace for the Flowers Banquet tomorrow. Are these cheap clothes all you’ve got?” Zhan Qingqing was dressed in splendid garments, adorned with gold and silver jewelry. Since marrying into the Zhu Family, her in-laws treated her well, after all, she was still officially the concubine-born daughter of the General Mansion. Currently, Zhan Beicang was in Ding’an City, and Zhan Peng had previously warned Zhu Touyuan, so Zhan Qingqing’s life in the Zhu Family was quite smooth. Zhan Qingqing fiercely picked up a pair of scissors and began cutting Zhan Lan’s clothes, piece by piece! Her expression malicious, she laughed, “Zhan Lan, I am married off and can’t go to the palace, so help your sister make a good impression tomorrow, won’t you?” Zhan Lan remained silent, and Zhan Peng held down her arm, warning her, “Zhan Lan, remember to keep a low profile in the palace tomorrow. Don’t flaunt like at the Book Forest Conference, understand?” Seeing Zhan Lan not speaking, Zhan Peng shouted, “Speak!” “What are you doing!” Xiao Tao, hearing the commotion outside, rushed out from Madam Li’s room. She saw Liu Xi being held down by two strong men, unable to move, and yelled, “This is the General Mansion, let go of Liu Xi!” “Xiao Tao, run!” Liu Xi made eye signals to Xiao Tao, hoping she would hurry to inform the Old General. Xiao Tao didn’t catch Liu Xi’s hints, and was also pinned against the wall. Listening to the noise outside, at this moment, Zhan Lan wished she could kill this brother and sister pair, but tomorrow was the day for her planned ambush. She couldn’t afford to startle the snake! Zhan Peng’s voice rang in Zhan Lan’s ear, “Zhan Lan, remember, if you do anything against this young master, when you return from the palace, neither of your maids will survive!” Zhan Lan gritted her teeth, “Alright, I have it clear in my mind!” Zhan Peng let go of Zhan Lan. Zhan Qingqing stared fiercely at Zhan Lan, pushing her forcefully a couple of times. Seeing that Zhan Lan did not resist, she felt smug. She wanted to tear Zhan Lan’s mouth apart, but thinking about her brother’s words to find trouble with Zhan Lan after the Flowers Banquet, she calmed down. After all, she would be staying in the General Mansion for a few days. Just let Zhan Lan wait! After the two left with their men, Liu Xi and Xiao Tao rushed in. Seeing that Zhan Lan was unharmed, they were relieved. Zhan Lan took their hands, speaking calmly, “I’m sorry you two have to suffer because of me.” Liu Xi shook her head, “Miss, we two don’t know martial arts, we’re really useless!” “Yes, if only Gu Yan were here, it would be so much better!” Xiao Tao pouted. Zhan Lan leaned down to pick up the distressed Little Black, comforting them, “Xiao Tao, Liu Xi, I endured today’s events, but that doesn’t mean I’ll tolerate it forever. The time just hasn’t come yet!” Liu Xi, who had seen Zhan Lan’s capabilities, knew she must be prepared. Once she sees the opportunity, like a fish taking the bait, it would be her time to close the net. Xiao Tao also believed in Zhan Lan; her young lady was skilled in martial arts, but she did not fight back just now, definitely for a reason... Xiao Tao looked at the clothes torn to pieces on the floor, wiping her tears sadly, “Miss, they’re too much, let’s go tell the Old General!”

Chapter 55 - 55 55 Provocation

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