I Became The Stepmother of My Ex-husband

Chapter 61: New Year

The Emperor visited Yan Wang Mansion on New Year's Eve was nothing short of extraordinary. The Emperor could not leave the palace easily, especially on big days like the New Year. If there was a slight mishap, no one could bear the responsibility.

But the Emperor came out discreetly, and his first stop was Yan Wang Mansion. Lin Wei Xi subconsciously looked at Gu Hui Yan when she heard the news. Sure enough, he wasn't elated or felt like an honored subordinates. Although Gu Hui Yan looked calm as usual, but there was an invisible seriousness in his eyes.

Gu Hui Yan stood up, following his movements, the whole room became quiet. The Emperor's goal on this trip was obviously Gu Hui Yan. After he took two steps, he seemed to remember something, his movements halted then turned to Lin Wei Xi and said: "I will go out to meet the Holy One, you will wait here for now."

Many people outside were waiting for Yan Wang, but Yan Wang stopped at this moment and specifically explained to Wangfei. No one dared to speak inside or outside the house, only Lin Wei Xi's voice sounded: "Wangye, I understand."

Perhaps he saw that Lin Wei Xi looked nervous, Gu Hui Yan covered Lin Wei Xi's hands, his palms were warm and powerful, it gave an indescribable sense of peace of mind: "I'm just outside, don't be afraid."

Lin Wei Xi's heart instantly calmed. She squeezed out a smile for Gu Hui Yan, nodded and said, "Alright, I'm waiting for Wangye."

Gu Hui Yan soon left. When the people that were waiting at the door saw Gu Hui Yan coming out they followed him silently, and in the blink of an eye the group disappeared from the red gauze screen inner courtyard.

The Emperor personally came to Yan Wang Mansion on a reunion day like the New Year, which showed how important Yan Wang in His Majesty's heart. The servants were all proud and immersed in the joy of receiving the Holy One. Wan Xing was born in a small town, and before meeting Lin Wei Xi, she never thought that one day she would be able to see the Emperor. Wan Xing's face was filled with uncontrollable joy. Seeing Lin Wei Xi's faint expression, she couldn't help saying: "Wangye, the Holy One is here, maybe will have the meal together later."

"I know." Lin Wei Xi replied in a low voice. When the Emperor came, she pretended to be delighted and grateful. Lin Wei Xi had a smile on her face, but her heart couldn't stop sinking. The Emperor left the Empress Dowager and the people in the palace behind, for what he went through so much trouble to go to Yan Wang Mansion? This kind of thing must be hidden from everyone. What is the Emperor want to do?

Gu Hui Yan went out to meet the Emperor, but Gu Cheng Yao stayed inside. Not everyone was qualified to face the Holy One. The Emperor went incognito to make a private tour. If the Emperor took the initiative to speak to Yan Wang's family and relatives, this was of course no problem, but if the Emperor didn't speak, it's best not to make claims.

Everyone in the room was smiling now, but Gu Cheng Yao could tell at a glance that Lin Wei Xi was not sincere. Gu Cheng Yao looked a few more times and couldn't help but said to Lin Wei Xi: "Since the Emperor is traveling incognito, and he hasn't passed the words in advance, then he won't be too picky about the reception etiquette. You...mother don't be nervous."

Gao Ran glanced at Gu Cheng Yao in surprise. Why Gu Cheng Yao specifically said this to Lin Wei Xi? Was it for comfort? Lin Wei Xi didn't look back when she heard it, just faintly nodded with an "um".

Before long, there were hurried footsteps outside, the maids and the palace envoy hurriedly walked into the inner courtyard. Lin Wei Xi stood up when she heard the footsteps. After hearing the message from the palace servant, she immediately led the crowd and waited respectfully at the door. According to seniority in the family, Gu Cheng Yao and Gao Ran were Lin Wei Xi's son and daughter-in-law, so based on welcoming customs Lin Wei Xi stood at the front, and Gu Cheng Yao stood one step behind Lin Wei Xi. Gu Cheng Yao couldn't help frowning as he looked at the fiery red and delicate back in front of him.