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Six Seven was brought home and given a proper burial.
In this era, children who passed away prematurely could not have a tombstone.
However, no one in the family cared about that; they proceeded with the funeral for Six Seven as per normal customs.
For a while afterward, the entire family was engulfed in sorrow.
No one wanted to accept this reality, and it seemed that at any moment, they could hear that cheerful laughter echoing from some corner of the house.
Six Yang locked himself in his room and hadn’t stepped outside for several days. Ye Xiaohan and Gu Bei anxiously watched from outside.
“Let him calm down for a bit,” Gu Bei said, holding Ye Xiaohan's hand. After such an incident, no one would feel good. But between them, Six Yang and Six Seven shared a different bond.
They were blood siblings who had grown up together, tied by an unbreakable connection.
“I understand,” Ye Xiaohan replied, gripping Gu Bei's hand tightly.
After Six Seven's tragedy, Gu Bei felt an overwhelming sense of guilt. He always believed that if he had seen that letter sooner, perhaps he could have changed the course of this tragic event.
Wasn’t everyone else in the family feeling the same?
Each person was consumed by guilt over why they hadn’t stayed home to keep a closer watch on Six Seven, allowing her to be taken advantage of.
This guilt and regret hung over the household like a heavy fog, nearly suffocating them.
“Seven!”
An urgent shout and hurried footsteps echoed from outside the courtyard. Ye Xiaohan and Gu Bei turned to see Murong Xi rushing in.
“Sixth Prince, how did you leave the palace?” Gu Bei was somewhat surprised by Murong Xi's appearance. “Recently, there have been many eyes watching you in the palace. You should be more cautious.”
The current situation allowed no room for error.
However, Murong Xi was not listening to Gu Bei. A hint of panic crossed his face as he urgently asked, “I heard about Seven... is it true?”
No one answered him, but the oppressive atmosphere was enough to convey the answer he dreaded.
“How could this happen?” Murong Xi's face turned pale, and he stumbled slightly before turning and running towards Seven's room. He pushed open the door, hoping to see Not Point suddenly jump out and make a funny face at him.
Yet, in reality, the room was cold and empty; the owner was not there, and silence began to settle heavily.
“Sixth Prince, please take care of yourself. Seven wouldn’t want to see you sad,” Ye Xiaohan tried to advise him to let go, but even she couldn’t find a way to move on herself, so how could she persuade others?
Murong Xi clenched his fists tightly, his nails digging into his palms, blood dripping drop by drop onto the ground.
After a long moment, Murong Xi closed his eyes. When he opened them again, his gaze had calmed.
Inside that calmness seemed to lie an absence of life.
“Where is she buried?” Murong Xi choked up for a moment before slowly asking. “I want to light some incense for her.”
Ye Xiaohan and Gu Bei exchanged glances, both seeing the sadness reflected in each other’s eyes.
Seven's grave stood just outside the house in the outskirts; everyone wished for her to be close by, even though she would never return home again.
The fresh earth still held moisture, with scattered joss paper partially buried within. A white spirit banner stood at the head of the grave, guiding a soul not to lose its way.
Murong Xi knelt before the grave, unwilling to rise for a long time.
Since the death of his mother, he had lived a life akin to that of a wanderer for many years. In the countless days and nights filled with humiliation, even the summer felt bone-chilling.
Finally, after much hardship, he had encountered these people and once again had a family. It was even more stable than the days spent by his mother's side, living a simple yet happy life.
But all of this was so easily shattered.
"Gu Rong!"
Murong Xi squeezed out this name through gritted teeth; this name would now be intertwined with his fate—either he would die or it would be the end for me!
With red-rimmed eyes, Murong Xi returned to the palace.
Never before had he felt such hatred for his own powerlessness!
Beneath the turbulent undercurrents, the surface of the capital maintained its calm. Regardless of joy or sorrow, time passed second by second, never pausing for anyone.
After a few more days, it was time for the Exiled Nation's Envoy Group to return home.
The marriage between the Shangyang Princess and Lo Cheng had been settled; she needed to return to the Exiled Nation with him. Their relationship had improved significantly, resembling that of a normal couple.
However, Luo Jingxian chose to stay behind.
Everyone was surprised by her decision, especially Lo Cheng, who hoped that Luo Jingxian would return with him to reassure his parents and ease their long-standing worry for their daughter.
Yet Luo Jingxian remained firm, simply stating that she had matters to attend to and then fell silent.
Lo Cheng could only leave helplessly. Fortunately, Gu Bei and Ye Xiaohan were still in the capital to provide some support.
After bidding farewell to Lo Cheng and the Shangyang Princess, Ye Xiaohan found an opportunity to have a long talk with Gu Bei.
"Now that things in the capital have mostly stabilized, I want to take a trip to Jiangnan," Ye Xiaohan shared with Gu Bei, revealing the thoughts she had been contemplating for some time. She decided to expand her business.
Gu Bei understood that this was a significant reaction from Ye Xiaohan due to the death of Liu Qi; she was tired of feeling weak.
He could relate to her feelings, as he felt the same way.
So he did not try to stop her but instead offered his full support.
"I understand," Gu Bei said gently, looking at Ye Xiaohan. "In the capital, I will handle everything. You go and do what you want."
Ye Xiaohan felt a mix of gratitude and emotion. In a lifetime, how many people stand firmly behind you when you make a choice?
Sometimes, a simple "I understand" is the heaviest promise of all.
The plan to head south had been in the works for some time, and preparations were quick. The business in the capital was stable enough to be entrusted to Xia Zhanggui and the current staff.
Before this, Ye Xiaohan had already begun casting her net nationwide, conducting some trials that yielded good results.
This was also a major reason for her decision to go south; she wanted to establish her business across the country.
The first trial site was in the town where they had previously lived. There was an empty shop that Ye Xiaohan decided to use for experimentation.
Li Yizhu's Descendants, who managed the store, were very diligent, executing their tasks flawlessly while also offering valuable suggestions and experiences that improved the initial plan.
After three days, Ye Xiaohan left the capital with Luo Jingxian, who insisted on accompanying her for reasons unknown.
The day was somewhat overcast, but it could not compare to the heaviness in their hearts.
This farewell was not grand; it consisted only of deep glances exchanged between two lovers who understood each other and a gentle wish for each other's well-being.
The future must be carved out by oneself, becoming resilient and invincible. Weak individuals cannot survive in this society of power. Countless people will trample on the lives and dignity of others without a second thought; all of this needs to be protected by oneself.
Ye Xiaohan is no longer the novice who once struggled to manage a single shop. Through the accumulation of experience over time, she has become capable of standing on her own.
Behind her, she is not just a solitary shadow. There are her long-time business partners, a vast network of connections, and financial resources. And then there is Gu Bei.
With all these assets, Ye Xiaohan feels empowered; many things that were once mere fantasies can now be realized and attempted.
After arriving in Jiangnan, leveraging her reputation established in the capital and the recommendations from Xia Zhanggui and other business moguls, she quickly found her footing.
Gu Bei's connections also played a significant role; many businessmen were eager to associate with Ye Xiaohan due to the reputation of the Flying Dragon General.
Ye Xiaohan did not refuse any of this. She aimed to expand her business, and these were all efficient aids. She would not shy away from utilizing resources that could be used openly, even if they were somewhat shady; as long as they were useful, she wouldn't mind.
Beyond the boundaries of law and basic morality, Ye Xiaohan would not feign high-mindedness by rejecting opportunities.
She currently lacks the strength but has decided not to let any chance slip away.
In no time at all, Ye Xiaohan had fully integrated into the business community of Jiangnan, becoming a leading figure among local merchants and beginning to monopolize parts of the regional economy.
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