He acknowledged meeting a remarkably beautiful version of Gu Chaoyan and entertained the idea of taking her as a concubine rather than his legal wife. As the prince of Duke Changning's Mansion, he believed his wife should not be a woman of that caliber.
Observing the dissatisfaction on his face, Madame Duke Changning ceased her nagging. It was all in the past, and there was no point in dwelling on it. Instead, she focused on devising a plan for Jiming's future.
However, she couldn't help but feel a twinge of regret. Marrying that girl would have undoubtedly been a more favorable outcome compared to the current situation they were facing.
Madame Duke Changning advised him to take a break while she sought a conversation with Duke Changning
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In the 23rd year of August, Lord Huai ascended the throne as the new King, while Gu Chaoyan was crowned as the new Queen.
