Tonight, don't treat me like a human

Not listening to these people's consolations, Bai Hu could still barely accept it.

But upon hearing their words of comfort, Bai Hu's state of mind completely collapsed.

Watching Bai Li gradually disappear before his eyes, he completely lost his composure. He rode swiftly back to the military camp. On the way back, seeing the endless stretch of tents, he couldn't help but start praying in his heart.

He hoped that Bai Li's journey to marry Ren Tianye this time would encounter some unexpected changes. It would be best if Bai Li returned in a fit of pique, or at the very least, was unhappy. That way, he could lead his army of two hundred thousand troops to charge in.

To rescue Bai Li.

And be a loving couple with her for all lifetimes.

However, Bai Hu's dream was beautiful, but reality was cruel.

After Bai Li entered the capital, everything went smoothly.

On the day of Ren Tianye's grand wedding, no one dared to jump out and cause trouble. Even the Empress Xiao Mingzhao was kept in the dark, staying secluded in the Sijun Hall without coming out, allowing the marriage between Bai Li and Ren Tianye to proceed incredibly smoothly.

Because Bai Li did not demand to marry Ren Tianye as his primary wife, the various complex formalities were greatly simplified. Although Ren Tianye wouldn't really just use a small sedan chair to bring her through the side door into the Ren Duke's Estate, it wasn't an extravagant affair either.

He only invited some people from the military to celebrate together.

Then, Bai Li was welcomed into the Ren Duke's Estate.

Without even a proper witness, Bai Li and Ren Tianye bowed to the heavens and earth, and then she was sent to the bridal chamber.

Ren Tianye naturally had to go entertain the guests.

Bai Li waited alone in the empty room.

But it couldn't be said she was truly alone.

There were still maids and old servant women around.

After all, someone had to take care of her needs. At the same time, someone had to keep an eye on her to see exactly what tricks this Bai Li had up her sleeve.

"You all may leave first!"

Bai Li, still covered by the large red bridal veil, suddenly spoke.

The voice was not heavy, but she had, after all, been tempered in the Tongxin Alliance. First as the direct disciple of the First Palace Master Liu Ruyan, and later becoming the Third Palace Master, her aura was completely different from the ignorant young girl in the Northern Frontier's Su Manor. It carried thirty percent majesty.

And seventy percent unquestionability.

This actually caused the maids and old women to freeze in surprise.

Several of them had been ordered to attend to her closely and not miss a single detail.

"You all may leave. I alone am enough here!"

A voice sounded from the side.

It instinctively carried a bit of murderous intent, as well as a bit of calmness.

The maids all recognized her. This was the Duke's favored subordinate, who once served as the Deputy Demon Suppression Envoy of the Demon Suppression Division. Although she had stepped down from the position of Demon Suppression Envoy for some unknown reason, the Duke had always treated her quite well.

Moreover, the maids also knew.

This person's second uncle was the Duke's assistant.

He had made great contributions to the Duke.

With such a figure speaking up, the maids found their backbone.

They retreated one after another.

Leaving only two people in this jubilant bridal chamber.

Su Li, sitting on the bed covered in the red veil.

And Su Jin, standing before her with an unreadable expression.

"Big Sister..." Bai Li's voice sounded softly, just like the murmurs when she used to cling to Su Jin as a child. "Long time no see."

Su Jin's expression was complex, shifting several times, before she half-knelt down. "Madam, this subordinate is but a minor official under the Duke. I am unworthy of such a title from Madam. Please, Madam..."

"Do not humble this lowly one!"

These words were soft, but to Bai Li's ears, they were like thunder.

Her body trembled, and her hands instantly gripped the bedsheets tightly, seemingly wanting to tear a hole in them, just to hold back her tears. She said, "Big Sister, you... do you not recognize me anymore?"

Su Jin obviously calmed her emotions much faster, saying, "I no longer have any younger sisters. My second sister vanished without a trace, and my third sister committed suicide and has long been laid in her coffin."

"Previously, my second uncle even told me that no matter how great the mistakes my second and third sisters made in life, once a person dies, their debts are wiped clean. Our Su Manor cannot mistreat our two sisters and must bury them properly."

"Especially my third sister, who willingly went to her death for the hundreds of members of our Northern Frontier Su Manor. Our Northern Frontier Su Manor will never forget my third sister."

Pausing, Su Jin's face became completely calm. "Madam, you are the Third Palace Master of the Tongxin Alliance, and the Duke's newly wedded wife. Please do not joke with this lowly one anymore."

"In the future, this lowly one will respectfully serve Madam."

After saying this, Su Jin didn't linger. She turned and left the bridal chamber.

Although she knew these words might not have a huge effect, the necessary ties had to be cut clean. Not for herself, but for her second uncle who was growing older from overwork, and for their Northern Frontier Su Manor.

Inside the room, Bai Li instantly burst into uncontrollable sobs.

She was the one who took the initiative to change her name, and she was the one who voluntarily cut ties with the Northern Frontier Su family. But right now, hearing her big sister personally say such words, she only felt her heart clench, making it hard to breathe.

Tears soaked her clothes, and Bai Li could hardly control herself.

But gradually, she forcefully held herself together.

She had walked for so long to finally reach today.

Now it was time for the final showdown. For her Brother Ye Fan who died unjustly, and for her love that ended before it even began, she had to walk on with unwavering determination.

...

The Lin Family Army Camp.

The Left Protector Bai Zixuan personally came to visit Bai Hu, who had cried himself into a faint three times today. Seeing his expression still gloomy, she couldn't help but want to comfort him again.

After being decisively interrupted by Bai Hu again, Bai Zixuan said, "Since you, Right Protector, do not need comfort, I won't speak too much. However..."

"Before her departure, the Third Palace Master informed me one by one of the brilliant strategies she devised to deal with Ren Tianye. I wonder if you..."

"Want to hear them?"

Bai Hu's eyes instantly lit up, and he hurriedly said, "Yes!"

Only then was Bai Zixuan satisfied. She slowly stood up and said, "The Third Palace Master has now obtained the true teachings of the First Palace Master, and her methods are superb. The first thing she wants to do to Ren Tianye is to give him a strong feeling."

"A feeling?"

"Yes, a kind of..."

Bai Zixuan clasped her hands behind her back, her eyes flashing with a divine light. "A feeling that makes Ren Tianye think 'she is different from everyone else'!"

...

The night grew deeper, and the high-hanging red lanterns shone even brighter.

The soldiers were already thoroughly drunk.

Ren Tianye no longer needed to stay with his brothers.

It was time to go back and attend to his newly delivered bride.

To be honest, although he knew there must be something fishy going on, Ren Tianye was still a bit impatient.

As his status rose higher and higher, he wouldn't be so stiff as to keep himself chaste. Naturally, he had concubines and bedchamber maids, but someone like this, who was nominally considered his wife, was the first.

Naturally, he had to go early.

Taking two steps at a time, he reached the bridal chamber and pushed the door open.

Red candles burned high, and the room was warm and cozy. Su Li sat upright on the edge of the large red brocade bed. Under the hazy light, she was extremely beautiful, enough to make one drool.

And Bai Li seemed to have heard Ren Tianye's movements. Surprisingly, without waiting for Ren Tianye to approach, she took the initiative to remove the red veil from her head, revealing a slightly round face. Her skin was lustrously white, and her gentle brows and eyes revealed an indescribable charm.

She looked at Ren Tianye.

Suddenly, she smiled.

A smile like the blooming of spring flowers, bringing all things back to life.

Immediately after, she willingly slipped off her bright red wedding attire. Walking up to Ren Tianye, she looked up at him and said, "Lord Duke..."

"Tonight, do not treat me as a human being!"

...