A Concubine's "Custody"

Looking back now, it was actually a very interesting first encounter and memory.

I am deeply grateful for your kindness and would like to do my best to give you a respectable reason to help.

After saying this, she looked at Xu Weibei, who looked incredulous and hurt, shook her head slightly, and looked apologetic.

At this moment, Xu Weibei's mind went completely blank, and he couldn't utter a single word.

He wanted to say something to persuade him to stay, but he didn't know what to say.

He also knew that whatever he said was already set in stone and could not be changed, because this was the result the emperor wanted to see.

But Gu Wanning, did you really not feel even the slightest bit of lingering affection in your heart? Not even a little bit?

For the first time in his life, Xu Weibei was troubled by love and understood what it meant to be heartbroken.

Chapter 134 The Concubine's "Custody"

Looking at Xu Weibei's appearance, the Emperor seemed to feel a little sorry for him.

" In Xu Weibei, marriage naturally requires mutual consent. Since you've become a bitter couple, let it be. I'll have the Empress choose a new marriage for you later; I can't let you be held back."

"Your Majesty, I led the troops out on the day of my wedding," Xu Weibei, no longer looking at Gu Wanning, but making a last-ditch effort before the Emperor. "It has been less than half a year since I returned to the capital. Moreover, since returning, I have been preoccupied with trivial matters and have had no time for the matter of having children, so this matter is not her fault. The matter of having children is originally predestined; if you have them, you have them, and if you don't, you don't. I will not force it."

"Even if you don't force it, you have to consider your aunt's feelings. She's getting old and is eager to have a grandson," the Emperor said. "Besides, things have come to this point; there's no need to force it anymore. Let go."

"As for my grandmother, I will take care of things. I..."

"My Marquis, I refuse." Gu Wanning looked at Xu Weibei and said, enunciating each word clearly, "I want a divorce. Or, you can simply divorce me, my Marquis."

"Why?" Xu Weibei finally asked.

His pride wouldn't allow him to pester his opponent relentlessly after being rejected.

But because it was Gu Wanning, he still asked.

"The Marquis deserves a more virtuous wife," Gu Wanning said. "I am unworthy."

Hesitation will inevitably lead to chaos later.

Gu Wanning wouldn't allow herself to show any vulnerability or lingering affection at this moment.

From the very beginning, her goal was to get a divorce.

Now that I finally have a chance, I can't be coy.

Xu Weibei stared at her intently, his gaze complex, and remained silent for a long time.

Gu Wanning smiled and looked at him.

If separation is inevitable, then I hope she doesn't leave in a pathetic state.

"In that case," the Emperor said, "have someone draft an imperial edict—"

Gu Wanning didn't hear anything clearly after that; her memories were hazy. Only Xu Weibei's dark eyes were clear to her.

It's filled with sadness, disappointment, longing, and even pleading...

Gu Wanning's feelings were equally complicated.

But she remained lucid throughout.

There was no bright future for her and Xu Weibei.

Separating now, when they are at their most affectionate and without any conflicts, will allow her to wish him well in the future.

Whether he hates me to the core or not is not that important anymore.

The Xu Weibei she remembered was the best.

Gu Yuanshi accompanied Gu Wanning home.

Xu Weibei emerged from the palace, walking slowly behind the father and daughter, his eyes fixed on Gu Wanning.

He thought that if Gu Wanning turned around and looked at him even once, he would rush back immediately and do anything to beg the Emperor to change his mind.

He could even use his proud military achievements, or anything else he possessed.

But Gu Wanning didn't.

She turned her head and spoke to Gu Yuanshi, her expression as calm as ever, as if she were completely unaffected.

Xu Weibei followed them silently all the way until he saw the father and daughter get into the carriage and leave, and the donkey cart disappeared from sight. Only then did he mount his own horse and numbly head towards the Marquis's Residence's residence in the biting cold wind.

Gu Wanning will never come back.

Without her in the Marquis's Residence, what hope did he have of returning home?

After returning home, Gu Wanning told everyone what had happened.

"Alright, alright, you'll stay by Mother's side from now on," Wei Shi said, her mind heavy with worry.

He Shi said, "My sister has finally achieved her wish. I should congratulate her. From now on, may you remarry and find a noble family to marry into."

Gu Xiaoxiao, who came out to see what was going on, smirked coldly.

"Thank you, sister-in-law," Gu Wanning said with a smile.

Er Ya seemed a little reluctant, muttering, "Why is it so fast? Shouldn't we have to hold on a little longer?"

They broke up so suddenly, without giving anyone any warning.

Although Gu Wanning mentioned divorce many times, Er Ya felt that it was just a habit and didn't really count as a divorce.

After all, her relationship with Xu Weibei has gradually improved, which is obvious to all.

Everyone says they look perfect together!

"Let's get a divorce then," Er Ya sighed. "Madam, I'll go back and pack your things. You shouldn't go... I'm afraid the Marquis will beat you."

The Marquis must be furious right now.

Gu Wanning said, "I'll go with you. We should at least say goodbye properly."

Xu Weibei might not be willing to see her again, but her divorce was indeed sudden, and she needed to say goodbye to her four concubines properly.

Moreover, she has to go back and pack her own things.

Er Ya had no idea what to bring back and what not to bring.

"That's not a good idea," He Shi hesitated. "Things have already escalated to this point; it would be best if you and the Marquis didn't meet for the time being."

"It's alright, the Marquis won't do anything to me."

"I'll go with you to get your things," Gu Anqi said.

"Yes, yes, let your older brother go with you," He Shi hurriedly said. "I'll go with you too."

My husband gives me a great sense of security.

"No need, sister-in-law, you still have to prepare the meal, go ahead and do your work. I've almost finished packing, my brother can just come with me."