Episode 30 recap: Liu Li faced criticism due to her lack of an heir.
Xiao Tan continued, "Ever since Liu Li's last serious illness, she has been prone to falling ill again. Her current health condition is also very poor. Six years have passed quickly, and many people are keeping an eye on Liu Li's belly. After all, it has been six years, and Liu Li still hasn't been able to conceive a child. Xiao Tan supervises Liu Li's daily intake of medicinal soups, hoping that her health will improve."
Then Xiao Tan handed over a note. It turned out that the wives of other prominent households wanted to meet Liu Li. Although it was a trap, Liu Li knew she had to attend. Pei Xing Jian returned and informed Liu Li that Yun Yi and Ai Chong Yu have a very good relationship. Yun Yi even sent a fine fur coat to Liu Li. Upon learning that Liu Li would attend the banquet, Pei Xing Jian insisted that Yun Yi accompany her.
Initially, Yun Yi didn't want to go, but Liu Li explained to her, mentioning that Zhang Min Niang would also be present. Zhang Min Niang had once wanted to marry Ai Chong Yu but didn't dare to express her feelings directly. Eventually, Yun Yi and Ai Chong Yu ended up together. Liu Li couldn't understand why Zhang Min Niang invited her for a meal this time. Pei Xing Jian informed Liu Li that they used to be influential figures in the western region. He also mentioned that the imperial court might want them to take control of the western region, which they naturally didn't want. Therefore, they shifted the blame onto Liu Li.
Pei Xing Jian reassured Liu Li not to worry, as he knew she desired a child. He advised her to let things take their natural course. Ai Chong Yu also learned that many women were causing trouble for Liu Li. He told Pei Xing Jian that if they needed his help, they could ask him without hesitation.
Liu Li and Yun Yi arrived together, unexpectedly finding Jing Niang there too. Jing Niang was worried that Liu Li might be mistreated, so she came along to support her.
Upon their arrival, they saw Yun Yi and naturally didn't dare to be arrogant anymore. Ai Chong Yu's father called Pei Xing Jian over, and soon after, Zhang Min Niang approached them. Ai Chong Yu's father asked Zhang Min Niang to make tea for them, but Pei Xing Jian didn't even glance at Zhang Min Niang.
After brewing the tea, Zhang Min Niang poured a cup for Ai Chong Yu's father and another for Pei Xing Jian. Then she left. Ai Chong Yu's father mentioned that he wanted to take care of Zhang Min Niang since he was getting older and his health wasn't good. Pei Xing Jian didn't respond.
In fact, Ai Chong Yu's father openly admitted that since Pei Xing Jian and Liu Li were outsiders, if they wanted to govern the western region, they needed to form alliances with the local families. Only then could they secure their position. Pei Xing Jian made it clear that he had never considered marrying anyone other than Liu Li. Ai Chong Yu's father initially had good intentions, but Pei Xing Jian's attitude was very firm. He insisted that he could protect Zhang Min Niang and ensure her lifelong safety. He even offered to make her his concubine. Ai Chong Yu's father didn't know what to say.
After the banquet, Liu Li hurriedly left. Pei Xing Jian went to see Ai Chong Yu, and Wang Jun Meng was summoned by his father-in-law. Ai Chong Yu's father didn't want to make things difficult for Pei Xing Jian, but his current state was beyond his control. So he said things he didn't want to say.
When Pei Xing Jian returned, Liu Li asked him if Ai Chong Yu's father wanted to give him a woman. Pei Xing Jian said he had recognized Zhang Min Niang as his sister, but he didn't know if the matter could end there, and he didn't know how others would react.
The next day, Zhang Min Niang personally made tea for Liu Li and Yun Yi to taste. She also gave a flute to Liu Li, claiming it was a high-quality bamboo flute. Liu Li started painting while Yun Yi played the flute. Zhang Min Niang initially wanted to showcase her talents, but she was unexpectedly overshadowed by Liu Li.
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