Chapter 164: Beat the Old Witch to Death

Translator: Henyee Translations  Editor: Henyee Translations

Xu Qing was in a good mood when she saw everyone’s livid expressions. She touched her daughter’s head and gestured for her to continue performing.

But at this moment, a female voice interrupted, “When did he get married? Why don’t I know?”

Empress Lin Shu’s eyes were filled with deep hostility. Qiao Yanhui was already a difficult person to deal with and had even threatened her son’s position as the successor. If Qiao Yanhui’s wife also became his helper, what would happen to her son?

Lin Shu had never thought of choosing a wife with a powerful family background for Qiao Yanhui. She definitely wouldn’t give Qiao Yanhui any powerful backers. At this time, Lin Shu wouldn’t let Xu Qing off either.

Xu Hanxue had already walked out. Because of Lin Shu’s words, she instantly froze. However, Xu Hanxue was smart, so she continued to walk forward as she looked at Qiao Yanhui innocently. “Father, Mother, let me play a tune for you.”

Xu Hanxue’s meaning was obvious. Her father and mother already had children, and there were three more. They had even held a wedding. Why weren’t they husband and wife?

Although Xu Hanxue was young, she was the smartest among the three siblings since she was young. She was very observant.

“Alright,” Qiao Yanhui replied gently, but when he turned to look at Lin Shu, his gaze was cold. “Since when do I need to inform the empress about my matters?”

When Lin Shu heard this, how could she tolerate it? She was so angry that her body trembled. Just as she was about to flare up, she heard a gentle voice say, “Mother, it’s rare for the young ladies of the various families to come and perform today. Let’s watch carefully.”

Lin Shu instantly calmed down. Today was the big day her son chose a wife. How could she let others ruin things? She couldn’t panic.

As for Qiao Yanhui and Xu Qing, she had time to deal with them in the future.

The emperor didn’t say anything, as if he didn’t hear anything. However, he was even more certain that if Xu Qing couldn’t be used by him, he could only get rid of her.

Xu Qing was a little surprised that the crown prince, the next heir, Ao Jie, had helped. It was obvious that the emperor and empress were dissatisfied and afraid of Qiao Yanhui, but Ao Jie…

It seemed that she had to find out more about Qiao Yanhui when she had the time. Although she didn’t like these complicated schemes, she had to face them now, and be on guard. Otherwise, if she wasn’t careful, she would bring immeasurable danger to Qiao Yanhui.

Speaking of which, life at Anning Village was much better. After all, they were free and unrestrained in Anning Village. She didn’t know when she could go back. Was Qiao Yanhui really willing to give up everything and live in seclusion with her? Although she didn’t know why Qiao Yanhui didn’t have the royal family’s surname, Qiao Yanhui was still a prince. How could the royal family let him leave?

Thinking of this, Xu Qing felt a little vexed, because she really didn’t like this situation. It didn’t matter if people considered her weak, afraid of trouble, or useless. She didn’t want to leave Qiao Yanhui, but she was really annoyed by the royal family’s entanglement. It might endanger her if she was even the slightest bit careless.

On the other side, Xu Hanxue had already gone on stage, but Mu Weiqing hadn’t gone down yet. As she looked at the exquisite and cute girl in front of her, she didn’t feel any sense of fondness. Perhaps it was because of this child’s unintentional words in Beautiful Closet, or because she disliked Xu Qing. In any case, she hated Xu Hanxue and wished she could strangle her to death.

Xu Hanxue was very sensitive. She could sense who liked her or not. This pretentious woman in front of her didn’t like her at all and even had killing intent in her eyes. Her gaze changed and she continued in a soft voice, “Auntie, can you lend me your zither?”

Everyone couldn’t help but laugh. No one liked Xu Qing, but they didn’t like the arrogant Mu Weiqing either. Moreover, being called “Auntie” by a little child meant that she was old.

How could Mu Weiqing tolerate this? She was so angry that her entire body was trembling. Her face, which could barely maintain its composure, also became distorted. This was the first time Mu Weiqing lost her composure in front of everyone.

Some people’s expressions changed. No matter what, she was just a child. There was no need for Mu Weiqing to be so vicious and calculative.

Xu Hanxue immediately pretended to tremble. She looked at Qiao Yanhui with tears in her eyes and said with an aggrieved expression, “Father, I’m afraid…”

When the two brothers saw Xu Hanxue’s expression, they knew that she had started acting again. They immediately cooperated and ran towards their sister. As they ran, they shouted anxiously, “Sister, don’t be afraid. I’ll help you beat this old witch!”