Richest Man: Divine-Grade Reconstruct System Chapter 1266 - 1144: Leng Yu Returns to the Capital (Part 2)

Although it wasn’t quite a grand entourage, it wasn’t far off either. However, all of this was arranged by Leng Yu. When she arrived in the Capital City, she didn’t bring many people, and she didn’t inform anyone else.

Thus, after arriving here, she directly left everyone at her residence.

Indeed, Leng Yu also had her own residence here, and it was a large one. This time, although the guards insisted on following, considering her status as the host, they dared not follow too closely under her firm orders. Moreover, the security in Capital City was excellent, especially after Lin Yi ascended the throne, and the crime rate almost reached zero.

It is no exaggeration to say that petty criminals in Capital City now hardly exist. Because of this, the guards barely agreed to let Leng Yu go out alone. If this were in Yan Country, it would have been impossible.

No matter how much Leng Yu insisted, they would not dare let her leave alone.

If something truly happened, they would face dire consequences.

Upon seeing Leng Yu’s state, this person dared not step forward to stop her. Of course, letting it go unchecked was also not an option. Seeing the expression on General Leng’s face, clearly looking somewhat off, he immediately reported the situation.

After his superior received the report, he discreetly assigned people to follow Lord Leng while also escalating the report up the chain. In less than half an hour, all the information reached Lin Yi’s ear.

Looking at the group of civil and military officials below who were enjoying themselves, listening to the report, Lin Yi showed a hint of helplessness.

Beside him, Xiao Zihan also felt a bit helpless upon hearing this matter.

After all, Lin Yi had previously told her about this and expressed that he felt no romantic feelings towards Leng Yu.

Xiao Zihan naturally trusted Lin Yi regarding this, and because of this, she also felt somewhat helpless towards this lovelorn woman. Although she had sympathy for her, it was clear that the woman was after her own man. No matter how generous she was, she would never allow it.

Moreover, Lin Yi had already made his stance clear, expressing that he had no romantic feelings for Leng Yu, only gratitude and a familial-like bond.

Xiao Zihan understood this, for when Lin Yi came here alone, having a companion like Leng Yu in this unfamiliar society was a blessing. If it weren’t for Leng Yu’s attitude of wanting her man, Xiao Zihan wouldn’t mind being good sisters with her.

Of course, if Leng Yu could let go of her inappropriate thoughts due to their impending marriage, Xiao Zihan would generously accept her as a sister.

However, if she insisted on contending with Xiao Zihan for Lin Yi, then Xiao Zihan would not be courteous at all.

Even though Xiao Zihan was gentle by nature and not particularly assertive, when it came to Lin Yi, she wouldn’t make any concessions.

While it was common in this ancient society for the Emperor to have multiple wives, Xiao Zihan, having grown up in the 21st century, found it unrealistic to compromise on such matters.

Both Xiao Zihan and Lin Yi understood each other’s thoughts, but with Leng Yu now wandering alone in the Capital City’s streets, they couldn’t sit idly by, so they summoned Leng Yu to the palace.

As for how to deal with the situation once she arrived—

The two of them had already developed a mutual understanding, having discussed and anticipated such a situation during past conversations.

The resolution Lin Yi reached was clear: not to give her any hope or opportunity, allowing no room for fantasies.

For this marriage, Lin Yi made no attempts to hide but directly sent her an invitation, informing her of the event.

The sole purpose was to let her stop daydreaming and recognize reality.

Lin Yi also considered if she could accept it, fine; but if she couldn’t, he would offer her a country to govern, like Yan Country, appointing her as the acting emperor there.

Feelings can be diluted by time and distance.

Surely, given enough time, she would completely forget about him. Meeting someone she truly cared about would even quicken the process.

Previously there was speculation that Leng Yu might not attend their wedding, considering her acceptance of the situation was uncertain. If she couldn’t accept it, she might not come.

However, Lin Yi had never imagined that even though she seemingly couldn’t fully accept it, she still showed up.

This was indeed unexpected for Lin Yi. Now, he intended to have Leng Yu brought here. Since she was back, it was necessary for her to meet Xiao Zihan face-to-face, shattering any illusions.

Xiao Zihan shared the same thoughts at that moment.

At the table sat, besides Lin Yi and Xiao Zihan, Empress Dowager Ye, Lin Jianguo, and Grandma Xiao.

Although the three were initially informed about Leng Yu, today was Lin Yi’s wedding, so upon hearing, they each frowned but remained silent.

Yet, the meaningful look from Empress Dowager Ye made Lin Yi’s heart skip a beat.

Having grown up under her care, Lin Yi understood her glare all too well; it was a clear warning not to mess things up.

Otherwise, she would not be pleased.

Faced with such a look, Lin Yi could only give a wry smile.

Fortunately, Xiao Zihan skillfully changed the topic, defusing the situation.

Only then did Empress Dowager Ye snort at her son, shifting her attention to chat with Xiao Zihan.

Seeing this, Xiao Zihan playfully stuck her tongue out at Lin Yi, expressing her amusement.

To this, Lin Yi felt wronged, as he had been entirely proper since arriving here.

He maintained a respectful distance with Leng Yu, as well as others, aware of his position as Emperor. Despite this, he hadn’t sought any other woman, nor did anything to betray Xiao Zihan.

Admittedly, Empress Dowager Ye was holding a richly dressed young woman on her lap.

The woman’s attention was clearly elsewhere at that moment.

[To be continued...]