Joy of Life: Born to Ye Qingmei, raised by Li Yunrui

Chapter 13 Adoption

"Tian'er, don't worry."

"From now on, Mother will take good care of you."

"Your mother will make you the happiest and strongest child in the world."

The "mother" she referred to was naturally herself.

This eldest princess has completely immersed herself in the role of a mother.

Ye Tian looked at Li Yunrui's face, which was tear-streaked yet held a hint of sickly determination, and sighed inwardly.

"It seems that my days of 'recognizing a thief as my mother' will continue for a long time."

However, he also knew that under the current circumstances, Li Yunrui was his only support.

It is also the best shield that allows him to grow safely and accumulate strength.

The carriage slowly drove away from the ruins of Taiping Villa.

The afterglow of the setting sun cast their shadows long, very long.

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Although the ruins of Taiping Villa were deliberately sealed off, there are no secrets that stay hidden forever.

The news that Ye Qingmei's second child was still alive and had been taken away and raised by Princess Li Yunrui spread like wildfire among the upper circles of Kyoto.

This news naturally reached Fan Jian and Chen Pingping's ears very quickly.

The Fan residence.

The atmosphere in the study was somewhat heavy.

Fan Jian frowned, holding a cup of hot tea in his hand, but he hesitated to drink it.

"Pingping, what do you think about this?"

He looked at Chen Pingping, who was sitting in a wheelchair, his tone tinged with worry.

They already knew that Ye Qingmei had not only given birth to Fan Xian, but also had an older brother named Ye Tian, ​​who was currently in the residence of Princess Li Yunrui.

Chen Pingping's expression was calm, her fingertips tapping lightly on the armrest of her wheelchair, as if she were pondering something.

"Li Yunrui,"

He spoke slowly, his voice carrying a strange undertone.

"This princess is no ordinary person."

"His Majesty's only younger sister never married, yet she controlled the Imperial Treasury, providing a continuous stream of money for the entire Qing Kingdom."

"Her importance in His Majesty's heart is extraordinary."

Fan Jian nodded and said, "Yes, that's precisely why I'm worried."

Whether the arrival of the child in her hands is a blessing or a curse remains to be seen.

"Furthermore, if His Majesty were to find out about Tian'er's existence, wouldn't he...?"

He didn't finish his sentence, but his concerns were self-evident.

If Emperor Qing could so ruthlessly eliminate Ye Qingmei, how could he possibly tolerate her other son living in this world?

Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed in Chen Pingping's eyes.

"His Majesty is unlikely to make any major moves for the time being."

He said in a deep voice.

"After all, the Empress has just been banished to the Cold Palace, and the purge in the capital has only just come to an end."

"At this critical juncture, if Your Majesty were to lay a hand on a newborn infant, it would inevitably give others grounds for criticism and invite controversy."

"Moreover," Chen Pingping paused, a hint of sarcasm in his voice, "that is, after all, his own flesh and blood."

Even tigers don't eat their cubs. No matter how ruthless Your Majesty may be, you still have to consider this aspect of your reputation.

Upon hearing this, Fan Jian's brows relaxed slightly, but his worries were not completely dispelled.

"That may be true, but the heart of an emperor is unfathomable."

"What if—I mean, what if—His Majesty decides to kill, can Li Yunrui protect Tian'er?"

Chen Pingping was silent for a moment, then said, "Li Yunrui's feelings for Ye Qingmei are very complicated."

"There was jealousy, there was resentment, but more than anything, there was probably an almost obsessive worship and infatuation."

"She sees Ye Tian as a continuation of Ye Qingmei, as the anchor of her spirit, and will definitely do everything she can to protect him."

"Moreover, given her position in His Majesty's heart and the financial power she controls,"

Even His Majesty would have to think twice before trying to harm her.

Fan Jian sighed and said, "I hope so."

"So, should we do something?"

He looked at Chen Pingping, seeking his opinion.

"For example, how about finding a way to take Tian'er away from Li Yunrui?"

Chen Pingping shook her head.

"Not for now."

"Although Li Yunrui is mentally unstable, she is genuinely good to Ye Tian."

"It seems much safer for Tian'er to be with her, at least for now, than with us."

"If we forcefully intervene, it might backfire and cause unnecessary trouble."

He paused, then continued, "Moreover, Li Yunrui is, after all, His Majesty's own sister."

and.

If she were there to protect him, His Majesty would have some reservations.

"This is actually a form of protection for Tian'er."

Fan Jian pondered for a moment and also felt that Chen Pingping's words made sense.

Li Yunrui's identity is indeed a natural barrier.

"Then shall we just wait and see?" Fan Jian asked.

Chen Pingping nodded.

"For now, this is the only way."

"I will have the people from the Overwatch Council closely monitor the movements of the Princess's residence to ensure Tian'er's safety."

"As for the future,"

A profound light flashed in Chen Pingping's eyes.

"When the time is right, we will naturally find a way to reunite the two brothers."

"And, we must seek justice for their mother!"

Upon hearing this, Fan Jian nodded heavily, a flame of revenge igniting in his eyes.

They all knew that this road would be very long and very dangerous.

But for Ye Qingmei, for those two innocent children, they were willing to do anything!

Silence fell once again in the study.

The sunlight outside the window filters through the windowpane, casting dappled shadows.

Beneath the calm surface of Kyoto, an undercurrent surrounding Ye Tian and Fan Xian is quietly brewing.

And the fate of these two infants, still in their swaddling clothes...

From that moment on, he became inextricably linked with the future of this vast empire.

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Inside the Imperial Study, Emperor Qing was reviewing a mountain of memorials.

As usual, Hong Sixiang stood by with his hands at his sides, quietly reporting some important intelligence.

"Your Majesty, there is new information regarding the Ye family's other child."

Hong Sixiang's voice was lower than usual, with a hint of caution.

Emperor Qing paused slightly in his vermilion brush, raised his head, and looked at Hong Sixiang with a calm and unwavering gaze.

"explain."

"According to reliable sources, Ye's eldest son did not perish in the fire."

Hong Sixiang paused, seemingly considering his words.

"He was taken back to the Princess's residence and adopted as her son, named Ye Tian."

"Clatter".

The vermilion brush in Emperor Qing's hand slipped and fell onto the imperial desk with a soft sound.

For the first time, his face showed undisguised surprise!

There was even a hint of disbelief!

"Huh?? What did you say?!"

Emperor Qing's voice suddenly rose a few decibels, his eyes filled with surprise and doubt.

"Yun Rui adopted Ye Qingmei's son?!"

This news struck him like a thunderbolt from a clear sky!

He knew that his younger sister, Li Yunrui, had an almost pathological infatuation and adoration for Ye Qingmei.

He also knew that Li Yunrui's style of doing things was always eccentric and unpredictable.

However, he never expected that Li Yunrui would do something so shocking!

Adopt Ye Qingmei's son?

This is absolutely ridiculous!

"Yes, Your Majesty," Hong Sixiang replied respectfully, bowing his head. "The information has been confirmed."

"And for some reason, Her Highness the Princess seems to care unusually much about that child, even taking care of him personally."

Emperor Qing's expression shifted between light and shadow, his eyes flashing with complex emotions.

There was shock, confusion, absurdity, and even a trace of inexplicable irritation.

He recalled Li Yunrui's undisguised intimacy and obsession with Ye Qingmei during her lifetime.

He had always thought it was just a twisted form of worship and jealousy among young girls.

Little did I know that this feeling would go on to be so deep!

It was so profound that she was willing to raise the son of an "enemy"!

"This Yun Rui is getting more and more outrageous!"

Emperor Qing's tone carried a hint of anger.

But more than anything, it was a complex emotion that was hard to put into words.

On the one hand, he was dissatisfied with Li Yunrui's "unorthodox" behavior.

On the other hand, I felt a sense of relief.

At least, this child has fallen into Li Yunrui's hands.

Given Li Yunrui's obsession with Ye Qingmei, he probably won't mistreat this child.

Moreover, given his relationship with Li Yunrui, he couldn't bring himself to kill the child.

After all, she was his only younger sister.

It was also an important basis for his stable imperial power and abundant treasury.

"Your Majesty, what do you think of this matter?"

Hong Sixiang carefully observed Emperor Qing's expression and tentatively asked.

Emperor Qing remained silent for a moment, his eyes gradually regaining their calm.

"That's enough."

He waved his hand, his tone carrying a hint of helplessness, but also a hint of resignation.

"Since Yunrui likes it, let her be."

"A newborn baby can't cause any big waves."

"As long as she doesn't go too far and cause me any trouble, that's fine."

These words seem to express leniency towards Li Yunrui.