TFWYH – Chapter 503 Teasing Tang Wan

“I should’ve beaten that idiot up back then!” Tang Wan said angrily after hearing everything, waving her little fists.

But deep down, she was thinking that Jin Lin had been right—if she kept acting recklessly like before, she would bring trouble to her husband.

Looks like she’d have to be more careful when doing bad things in the future… and make sure no one could trace it back to her.

“Husband, will the Grand Tutor help you?” This was what she cared about most now.

Ling Yu nodded. “Grand Tutor Yi and Prime Minister Gu are similar in that both have disciples all over the world, but their temperaments are different, and they’ve never seen eye to eye. If it weren’t for the fact that Gu Cheng’s eldest daughter married the Second Prince and aligned with his faction, Grand Tutor Yi would probably have supported the Second Prince as well. After all, the emperor only has three princes—compared to the First and Third Princes, only the Second Prince can be considered a wise ruler.”

Tang Wan looked thoughtful upon hearing this.

So Grand Tutor Yi wasn’t exactly a neutral loyalist—he just had no suitable side to take?

And because Prime Minister Gu had already chosen the faction he preferred, he would rather remain loyal to the emperor than associate with Gu?

That wasn’t just a difference in temperament… that sounded more like a personal grudge.

Seeing her deep in thought, Ling Yu didn’t interrupt.

Tang Wan might lack some social finesse, but her political instincts were no worse than any man’s.

He didn’t mind discussing court matters with her at all.

He also believed that once she understood these things, she would make the best decisions for their future.

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The Grand Tutor’s residence was विशाल and elegant.

Pavilions, terraces, artificial hills, flowing water—every detail was understated yet luxurious. The entire estate had a refined, classical charm.

Grand Tutor Yi received them in a pavilion in the back garden.

After bowing, Tang Wan looked up. The old man in the pavilion appeared to be nearly sixty years old. With white hair and a long white beard, he carried an air of transcendence—more like a reclusive sage than a government official.

Grand Tutor Yi smiled and said, “This must be Lady Wengnai, the County Mistress? I’ve heard quite a lot about you.”

“County Mistress Wengnai?” Tang Wan pointed at herself, completely bewildered.

Not just her—even Ling Yu looked surprised for a moment, though he quickly regained his composure.

Taking in their expressions, Grand Tutor Yi continued smiling. “Yes. His Majesty has already granted you the title of County Mistress of Wengnai, with a fief and the income of a thousand households. The imperial decree has already been sent at full speed to Xiangxi Town. Who would’ve thought you’d come to the capital instead? Looks like you’ll miss receiving it.”

Tang Wan: …

For a moment, she didn’t even know how to react.

If she missed it… could she still keep the title?

Thinking this, she asked directly, “If the person delivering the decree can’t find me, what happens?”

“What else? It would simply be voided,” Grand Tutor Yi said, shaking his head as if it were a pity.

Tang Wan: …

Wait, just like that?

Your imperial decrees are this casual?!

Tang Wan felt a bit depressed, but quickly let it go and waved her hand generously. “It’s fine. My husband will earn me an official title in the future. As for this ‘County Mistress’ title—having it is just a bonus, and not having it doesn’t really matter.”

Grand Tutor Yi was taken aback, then burst into hearty laughter. “What a County Mistress Wengnai—truly, reputation does not do you justice!”

If it were anyone else, missing out on such a great opportunity would make them regret it endlessly.

But Tang Wan was only slightly upset for a moment before letting it go.

The difference couldn’t be more obvious—and it was completely beyond Grand Tutor Yi’s expectations.

In all his years, he had never seen a woman as open-minded as Tang Wan!

“Don’t worry. Your title won’t be lost. The officials sent to Xiangxi Town will return to the capital when they can’t find you. I’ll mention this to His Majesty tomorrow. Once they return, they’ll be sent to find you again.”

“…So this old man was just teasing me?” Tang Wan grumbled inwardly, though she still said aloud, “Thank you, Grand Tutor.”