146: Your mother is so wonderful.

The man addressed as Brother Li chuckled, slowly setting down his teacup before speaking.

"The Pill Workshop of the Bright Moon Dynasty is responsible for monitoring the local pricing environment of Medicinal Pills in addition to sales."

"We've seen the conflict between the Feng Family and the Huangfu Family clearly from start to finish. Logically, it's understandable for their prices to be lower than ours during a struggle between two families."

"In this situation, as long as one side can't hold out, the price will naturally return to normal. We don't need to do anything. But now, the Feng Family and the City Lord's Manor have come together, and the nature of the matter has changed."

"The Huangfu Family is backed by the Imperial Forest Guard. Now that they have no way to deal with the Feng Family openly or secretly, they will naturally pin their hopes on the Imperial Forest Guard."

"Do you understand what I'm saying, Lord?"

Yue Qingchen frowned. "So you're worried the Huangfu Family will invite people from the Imperial Forest Guard to Qingyang City? If that's the case, I haven't reported the situation here in advance."

"Wouldn't that be counted as a dereliction of duty on my part when the time comes?"

"Although it's not a big deal, I'll certainly be punished. But if I report it immediately for self-preservation, then in the future..."

Brother Li clearly understood Yue Qingchen's concern and smiled. "Don't worry, Lord. Merchants pursue profit. Although the Huangfu Family's move is a bit like undercutting their opponent, Lu Zhenfeng is not a corrupt man who breaks the law."

"Therefore, the Imperial Forest Guard certainly won't find any evidence. The final result will be nothing more than a peace talk. Either way, whether it goes well or fails, the Huangfu Family's Aura will be suppressed by the Feng Family."

"So, Lord, you must write the report, but you should also get closer to the Feng Family."

Yue Qingchen looked puzzled. "How should I get closer?"

Brother Li smiled. "Write a letter directly to Feng Ming and explain the situation; he will naturally understand."

Yue Qingchen wasn't stupid. There was nothing left to misunderstand. It was simply the Huangfu Family trying to undercut them while they were making a secret move of their own.

"Brilliant! As expected of you, Brother Li. This plan is wonderful."

Yue Qingchen immediately had someone bring the Four Treasures of the Study and began writing a letter to Feng Ming.

City Lord's Manor.

Feng Ming naturally didn't know about the discussions and views regarding him outside.

He knew even less about the impact the soul settling pill he refined for Lu Zhenfeng would bring.

Various forces were already moving upon hearing the news.

As for him, he sat in the City Lord's Manor, bored out of his mind.

It was almost dark, and there was still no news. Just as Feng Ming was getting impatient, Lu Qianqian finally ran over from the backyard.

"Brother-in-law, brother-in-law, my mother is awake!"

Hearing this, Feng Ming jumped up in excitement.

"Really?"

"Quick, quick! Have your father start the banquet. I'm starving to death!"

Lu Qianqian said irritably, "How could my father be in the mood? Mother just woke up; he has to stay by her side."

Feng Ming was displeased. "Whether your father is in the mood is his business, but this banquet must be held. How many years has it been since your mother last ate?"

"Would your father have the heart to let her starve like this?"

Lu Qianqian looked at Feng Ming blankly. "Are you sure it's my mother who wants to eat, and not you?"

At that moment, a Maid also ran over.

"Second Miss, Young Master Feng, the City Lord sent me to inform you to come over. The Madam is hungry, and dinner will be served in the backyard immediately."

Lu Qianqian was stunned.

Feng Ming laughed.

"See? I wasn't wrong. You daughters aren't as thoughtful as an outsider like me."

"As daughters, you're not even as good as me!"

"Let's go. I don't know if your father prepared enough. I'm starving."

Feng Ming didn't give Lu Qianqian a chance to react, dragging her toward the backyard.

When they reached the backyard, the table was already filled with food. From afar, Feng Ming saw a woman as beautiful as a Heavenly Immortal sitting at the table.

She was feasting, holding a large chicken leg in one hand and a roast chicken in the other.

Feng Ming couldn't help but swallow hard.

Lu Zhenfeng sat beside her, looking at Yun Mo with a doting expression, his tone full of concern.

"Eat slowly. No one is competing with you. Is it enough?"

"Should I have them prepare more?"

Yun Mo felt a bit embarrassed. "Take it easy, the children are watching. I've had enough."

With just one sentence, Feng Ming concluded that Yun Mo's style was different from Lu Zhenfeng's.

Lu Zhenfeng was the City Lord and had experienced much over the years, making him appear steady and mature.

Yun Mo, on the other hand, had a style similar to the Lu An'an sisters, only slightly more mature.

However, the reason wasn't hard to understand.

When Yun Mo fell into a coma, Lu An'an and Lu Qianqian were still children, only a few years old.

In other words, Yun Mo's actual age and psychological age were different; her way of doing things was still like when she was in her twenties.

She looked very free-spirited, even lacking the air of a City Lord's wife.

But Lu Zhenfeng didn't care about that; instead, his face was full of doting.

Feng Ming, however, couldn't watch any longer.

"I say, Lord City Lord, you and Madam will have plenty of time to nurture your feelings later, but if you don't invite me to sit down soon, I'll starve to death."

"Can you also give me a roast chicken? I'm still on an empty stomach!"

Lu Zhenfeng was stunned, only then realizing Feng Ming was still standing there, watching eagerly, obviously starving.

"Look at my brain. Someone, quickly bring another roast chicken!"

Yun Mo also looked at Feng Ming and said while eating, "Young man, did you save me?"

"Once I'm full, I'll thank you properly."

Feng Ming quickly replied, "No need, Auntie. It was my honor to refine a pill for you. But if you really want to show your gratitude..."

At this point, Feng Ming grabbed Lu An'an's hand. "This junior implores Auntie and Lord Lu to discuss properly and marry Anan to me."

Lu An'an lowered her head in embarrassment.

Yun Mo's eating movements paused. She wiped the corner of her mouth, looked at Lu An'an, and tears immediately began to flow.

At this moment, her face was full of guilt. She had been asleep for over a decade. When she woke up again, her daughter, who was like a little dumpling, had grown into a young woman ready to marry.

"Mother!"

Looking at Yun Mo, Lu An'an's eyes couldn't help but turn red.

Yun Mo quickly comforted her, "It's okay. Seeing my little Anan grown up and so graceful, and with such an excellent young man liking her, Mother is happy."

"As long as you like him, your father and I won't object."

Lu An'an didn't speak, but Feng Ming said, "Mother-in-law, I'm relieved to hear that. It's just that Lord Lu truly objects."

"I—!"

Lu Zhenfeng immediately became anxious. His gaze toward Feng Ming became unfriendly, carrying a hint of resentment.

"You brat, now that my wife is awake and you have a backer, you backstab me right away!"

Lu Zhenfeng didn't have time to deal with Feng Ming and quickly explained, "Madam, that's not it, absolutely not!"

"Anan likes him so much, and he's your savior. How could I object?"