The Princess Consort knew the Queen's intention of using the marriage alliance to consolidate Yelü Mingshuo's status. But this time she also had no reason to object. After all, everyone knew that this was the most appropriate way to handle the situation for now.

Moreover, Xingyue's reputation had been ruined. Even if she could still get married, she would surely be despised by her husband's family in the future.

The Queen was right. Instead of getting married and being left out in the cold, it would be better for Xingyue to stay in the palace and continue to be a princess. Even if Yelü Mingshuo didn't treat her well, at least she would be with her relatives and wouldn't have a too bleak future.

Pretending to be intellectual and elegant, the Queen said, "Rongyu, I've tried my best to suppress this matter. If you think the marriage alliance is inappropriate, then let's see if there's any other good solution."

Rongyu was the name of the Princess Consort.

This was the first time the Queen had called her like this, which made the Princess Consort slightly stunned.

But she quickly came to her senses and smiled gently. "Your Majesty has taken so much trouble. I also think that the marriage alliance is the best way out." After saying that, the Princess Consort approached Yelü Qi, patted his back with her hand, and soothed him. "Your Majesty, children and grandchildren have their own blessings. We're getting old and can't manage so many things anymore."

"Xingyue and Mingshuo are indeed at fault, but the mistake has already been made. Continuing to worry about it at this time won't help either. Instead of getting so angry that it damages your health, it's better to let them be. As for what happens in the future, it all depends on their own luck. We've done everything we can as parents, and that's enough."

The Princess Consort was originally from a noble family and had received a good education since she was a child. Her voice was soft, but it was very healing.

Yelü Qi had been so angry that he was out of breath. Now, hearing the Princess Consort's words, he let out a heavy sigh. "All right, all right. Let's do it this way."

The news of the marriage alliance had spread far and wide. If the Yelü royal family went back on their word at this time, they would surely become the laughingstock of the whole world.

Although Yelü Qi couldn't save face, there was no better way out now.

"Your Majesty, go and call Mingshuo for me. As for the wedding arrangements, start preparing immediately. The wedding must be grand, and invitation cards must be sent to all the prominent figures in various countries. Even if my daughter is no longer innocent, I still want to marry her off in style."

The Queen didn't expect that after all her painstaking persuasion, Yelü Qi had either lost his temper or refused to compromise. But as soon as the Princess Consort stepped in, he immediately agreed to the marriage alliance.

Although her goal had been achieved, the Queen was still unwilling in her heart.

It was obvious to anyone who was favored.

The Queen secretly made up her mind that she must get rid of the Princess Consort, this scourge, at an appropriate time. Otherwise, one day, this bitch would surely take her place as the legitimate wife.

By then, she would really have nothing left!

"Don't worry. I'll handle this matter beautifully and definitely make Xingyue the happiest bride in the world." After saying that, she turned around and continued, "I'll go and call Mingshuo now. He hasn't been feeling well since he returned to the country last night, and I don't know how he is now."

These words easily cleared Yelü Mingshuo of any suspicion.

The implication was that Yelü Mingshuo was ill and didn't dare to show up not because he was afraid of taking responsibility.

But Yelü Qi was such a shrewd person that he knew the truth behind it.

"Even if he's dying, have him carried here." Yelü Qi said angrily.

The Queen was so scared that she trembled and quickly said, "I'll go and call him right away."

After saying that, she walked towards the door. However, her exquisitely made-up face instantly became distorted, and even her eyes were filled with a vicious light.

...

In the afternoon.

Freya packed up briefly and then accompanied Bradley onto the plane bound for Central Africa.

"I've already made arrangements with Gabriel. He will come to meet us in person."

Bradley walked over with a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice and a few vitamin C tablets. His elegant steps were like a catwalk show, and Freya was so distracted that she couldn't take her eyes off him for a long time.

It was only when the smell of the orange juice filled her nose that Freya came to her senses and looked up stupidly into the man's deep eyes.

"Actually, there's no need to go to so much trouble. I'm worried that making too much of a fuss will tip off the other side."

After saying that, she took the orange juice handed to her by the man and swallowed the vitamin C tablets with it.

The sweet and sour taste was very stimulating to the taste buds. After Freya finished drinking, the lingering fragrance of the oranges still remained on her tongue.

Bradley took out a wet wipe and wiped the corner of her mouth. His voice was hoarse. "Don't worry. Gabriel knows what he's doing and won't have any problems. Besides, we don't know Central Africa as well as Gabriel does. With his help, the chance of finding Wei Jiajia is greater."

Freya mainly didn't want to affect Gabriel's important business. After all, this matter was related to Manman's future. She hoped that Gabriel could handle this matter as soon as possible so that Manman could truly receive the love of his biological parents.

But she also knew that it would be easier with Gabriel's help.

They had to find Wei Jiajia as soon as possible to restrain the Lady and cut off all sources of the poison more quickly.

"All right, let's do it this way. If things go well, we can also see if we can help Young Master Lu." Freya stood by the window, looking at the clouds floating in the air, and her thoughts drifted far away.

Bradley hugged her from behind, sniffed her pleasant-smelling hair with his nose, and his voice was as gentle as a soft cloud. "You don't know Gabriel very well. He doesn't like others interfering in his affairs, so he has to handle this matter himself."

"We're just onlookers. Besides, he needs to retrieve his lost memories by himself. We just need to wait patiently for all the truths to be revealed."

Bradley had known Gabriel for so many years and knew his temperament very well.

Yun Xiangcheng and Patrick would occasionally have heart-to-heart talks with him, but Gabriel was a typical person who didn't talk much but was very decisive in his actions. He only focused on doing things and never listened to any nonsense from others.

Normally, the people he was willing to talk more to were basically not far from death.

Freya pursed her lips and said, "I hope Young Master Lu can find his memories soon. If that woman really exists, it would be a happy ending."

The people around Bradley had all found their destined partners one by one. Even Blue Book had been targeted by Chu Tian'er. Freya sincerely hoped that Gabriel could also have a good ending.

Thinking of Chu Tian'er, Freya pinched her eyebrows with a slight headache.

She knew Tian'er very well. When Tian'er liked something, it was just a passing interest. Although Baihu was the same, Xiao Yan had a carefree and unrestrained personality and could easily let go of things.

But Blue Book was different. After all, Blue Book was like a wooden block without any romantic experience and was definitely in a passive state when it came to relationships.

Freya was worried that if Chu Tian'er flirted with Blue Book and Blue Book really fell in love, and then Tian'er lost interest, Blue Book would definitely be hurt.