My Dragon Baby and Billionaire Husband

Chapter 483 The man who accumulated merit for her!2

Si Mingjing also saw it. She returned to the Bai Family, brewed a bowl of herbal medicine, and fed it to Old Madam Bai.

While there, she saw Qu Liushang’s Weibo post. She frowned slightly but didn’t respond.

Old Madam Bai leaned against the bed, clutching her chest. "Where’s your mother? Has she come back?"

Si Mingjing shook her head. "Mom took the bodyguards to rescue Qingshui."

Clasping her hand, Old Madam Bai sighed, "How can she be saved? Can she even be brought back? Poor Qingshui..."

Even though Old Madam Bai usually doted on Si Mingjing more, Bai Qingshui was still her own granddaughter. Now that Bai Qingshui had been swallowed alive by a Giant Shark, her life hanging in the balance, how could Old Madam Bai not feel sorrowful? Her heart ached unbearably.

"This child always lacked discipline. If I had been stricter with her from the start and not allowed her so many whims, perhaps... perhaps..."

Si Mingjing remained silent. She didn’t feel sad at all, but she knew it wouldn’t do to show it in front of Old Madam Bai.

"I know you sisters aren’t close. I’m aware."

Truthfully, Old Madam Bai saw everything clearly. "Your mother plays favorites. I always tried to be a little nicer to you, to balance things between you sisters so the family could live in harmony and prosper. Mingjing, you’re the only granddaughter I have left."

"Grandmother." Si Mingjing was deeply moved.

Tears streamed down Old Madam Bai’s face again. "I already lost a grandson in the past, and now I’ve lost a granddaughter too. For the old to bury the young... what sin have I committed for this to happen? What sin?"

"Mama~~~"

Little Xiangru transformed into a soft and cuddly five-year-old Xiaobao. He searched the entire Bai residence, finally found Old Madam Bai’s bedroom, and peeked his little head inside.

Si Mingjing turned and looked out, gesturing towards Little Xiangru. "Xiangru, come here."

"Mama, I’ve been looking for you for so long! I’m hungry."

There were pastries on the table. Little Xiangru, with his sharp eyes, stretched out a small hand to grab them. He snatched two seafood cakes and ran to Si Mingjing’s side, eating while asking, "Mama, what’s wrong with Grandma? Is Grandma sick? Grandma, eat this."

Little Xiangru offered one of the pastries to Old Madam Bai.

Old Madam Bai looked at the soft and cuddly Little Xiangru, her spirits lifting slightly. "Mingjing, why does this child call you ’Mama’?"

Si Mingjing answered, "Grandmother, this is also my child with Mo Yinhe."

"Ah? How many have you had?"

Shamefaced, Si Mingjing replied, "I don’t know."

Old Madam Bai was speechless. "..."

Si Mingjing picked Little Xiangru up, placed him on the bed, and soothed Old Madam Bai, "Grandmother, this is my child, your great-grandson. Please don’t be too upset."

Little Xiangru was incredibly endearing. He knelt on the bed, gave Old Madam Bai’s forehead a loud kiss, and said, "Grandma, a kiss will make the pain go away!"

"Good, good!" Old folks always adore children.

Especially one as soft, adorable, and clear-eyed as Little Xiangru, whose bright gaze could melt anyone’s heart.

It felt as if a warm breeze had swept through Old Madam Bai’s grief-stricken heart thanks to Little Xiangru, and she offered a rare smile.

Si Mingjing sat beside her, also pursing her lips in a smile.

After a while, Old Madam Bai said, "Call your Eldest Aunt and ask her to come back."

Although Old Madam Bai and Bai Danfeng, her eldest daughter, had a strained relationship, Qingshui might have already perished in the jaws of the Giant Shark. As Qingshui’s eldest aunt, Bai Danfeng should return to mourn her. Furthermore, Mingjing was now the Saintess of the Dragon Clan and would soon be crowned the greatest Queen of the Mu Continent. This was such a joyous occasion. For the Bai Family, it was the highest form of glory. As Mingjing’s Eldest Aunt, she too should return to witness the ceremony.

Si Mingjing, holding Little Xiangru, said, "I’ll call Eldest Aunt later. Grandmother, you should rest well."

Old Madam Bai nodded.

After sitting in the room for a while longer, Si Mingjing carried Little Xiangru back to her own courtyard. Little Xiangru was hungry, so she prepared something for him to eat.

She brought the meals to the dining table, and mother and son quietly enjoyed their dinner.

Fengjue and Song Yuan came in side by side, each reporting to her on the day’s events.

After learning about Bai Chuanfeng and Huo Liwen’s assassination attempt on her, Si Mingjing had gone to the Crown Prince Residence. She had asked Crown Prince Lisao for someone—that person was Bai Qingshui.

Fengjue, eager to claim credit, said, "Crown Princess Consort, I have Huo Liwen under control, and his entire family has been detained. Would you like to visit that mansion to inspect the items your grandfather left for you?"

Fengjue had used the lives of the entire Huo Family as leverage, forcing Huo Liwen to command the Giant Shark to attack Bai Qingshui. Huo Liwen hadn’t dared to disobey.

Huo Liwen had originally trained the white shark to deal with Si Mingjing. Now, it had killed Bai Qingshui instead. Huo Liwen was consumed by regret! He had lost his only chance to get back at Si Mingjing; from now on, he would never have another!

Si Mingjing took a napkin and wiped Little Xiangru’s greasy mouth—he was eating messily. "There’s no rush," she said. "First, have the house cleaned thoroughly. Don’t leave anything from the Huo Family behind. I’ll go take a look after it’s completely cleared out."

Si Mingjing remembered how uncomfortable she had felt in A Country when she saw the Song Family occupying her mother’s villa. She didn’t want to cause herself more distress by seeing items left behind by the Huo Family in that mansion.

Song Yuan said, "Your Majesty the Queen, I have drawn up a schedule for your activities over the next few days."

Tasks such as creating ceremonial robes and preparing for various ceremonial activities all needed to be arranged in advance. To successfully host the grandest coronation ceremony in the history of the Mu Continent, a preparation time of a mere fortnight was actually very tight.

Si Mingjing nodded, listening and occasionally offering her own suggestions.

Song Yuan added, "Your Majesty, I recommend you move into the Royal Palace starting tomorrow. With Bai Qingshui dead, Bai Chuanfeng has no outlet for her hatred and will undoubtedly target you. The Bai Family estate is no longer safe; you should leave as soon as possible."

Although Fengjue and Song Yuan often didn’t see eye to eye, they were in agreement on this matter.

Fengjue also said, "Crown Princess Consort, I too think we should move out as soon as possible."

"Then let’s move tomorrow!"

"Yay!" The happiest of all was Little Xiangru. "Mama, can this little fishy stay at the Royal Palace too?"

"Do you want to go?" Si Mingjing stroked Little Xiangru’s head.

Little Xiangru declared confidently, "Of course! This little fishy is determined to be the heir! By moving into the Royal Palace first, I’ll have the home-ground advantage—the pavilion closest to the water enjoys the moonlight first!"

Si Mingjing laughed. She didn’t understand what kind of heir he aspired to be, but she was happy that her son was excited.

Thus, the next morning, a grand Honor Guard was parked outside the Bai Family’s main gates. Crown Prince Lisao personally came to escort her to the Royal Palace. He was accompanied by prominent figures from various noble families, high-ranking officials, and dignitaries from all over the Mu Continent, nearly blocking the Bai Family’s entrance entirely. This impressive and magnificent procession carried Si Mingjing away from the Bai Family in a blaze of glory, like the moon escorted by a multitude of stars, taking her to her destination: the Royal Palace of the Mu Continent.