The princess regretted it.

Chapter 212 There is one kind of thinness, that is, your grandmother thinks you are thin.

"They insulted me behind my back, and unfortunately, the emperor heard it. He was furious on the spot and directly ordered severe punishment for Concubine Zhang and Jiaoyu." Jin An said slowly.

"How dare they be so bold?" Mu Xiang's eyes seemed to be spitting fire. He took a few deep breaths and calmed himself. Then he looked at Jin An with a distressed look on his face. "We are wronging our Jin An. According to the law, insulting the legitimate princess will be banished to the cold palace even if she is not killed. However, there is still the Second Prince, and his mother cannot be punished too harshly. Don't harbor resentment against your father."

Seeing that her grandfather felt sorry for her, Jin An quickly smiled and said, "Grandfather, Jin An doesn't feel wronged. I understand my father's difficulties. I know how much he loved me over the years."

"It's great that you're so sensible!" Mu Xiang nodded with satisfaction, his eyes full of praise. The two chatted for a while, and then Jin An got up and went to the backyard.

Ever since the old lady and Zhong Wenqing learned that Jin'an was coming to the mansion, they had been waiting in the yard with great joy. When they saw Jin'an appear in their sight, the old lady and Zhong Wenqing immediately stood up and hurried over to greet him.

In reality, the old lady had heard about the unrest in the palace and was extremely worried, fearing that Jin'an had been wronged. She had considered visiting the palace, even if it was just to take a look and confirm that Jin'an was safe. However, as soon as she proposed this idea, her husband and daughter-in-law dissuaded her. They earnestly advised the old lady that the emperor was furious and that entering the palace at this time might cause trouble for Jin'an.

Although the old lady was full of worries, she also understood the interests involved, so she had no choice but to give up the idea. She thought that Jin'an would come to the house after a while, so she waited for Jin'an to come day and night at home.

When they heard that Jin'an was coming to the mansion today, they quickly sent someone to prepare Jin'an's favorite food; when Zhong Wenqing heard the news, he also hurriedly put down his work and went to wait with the old lady. The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law thought Jin'an would come soon. They thought Jin'an would come soon, but after waiting for a long time, there was no sign of Jin'an. "They sent someone to greet him, only to find out that Jin'an had gone to the old man's study first.

The old lady quickly stepped forward, took Jin'an's hand, and patted him gently. "Jin'an, you're finally here. Why do you look thinner?" The old lady frowned, her eyes full of concern. "Are you not eating or sleeping well in the palace? Have those troubles hurt you? If you've been wronged, you must tell grandma."

Jin'an felt warm in her heart when she saw the old lady like this, and hurriedly smiled and comforted her: "Grandma, I'm not thin at all, I'm obviously fatter." She stepped forward and took the old lady's arm, "Grandma, I'm fine, don't worry. I am your granddaughter and a legitimate princess. Who in the palace dares to bully me easily, so you can rest assured." She said coquettishly with a relaxed tone, trying to dispel the haze in the old lady's heart.

Zhong Wenqing listened to Jin'an's words and felt relieved. Looking at Jin'an's plump face, he said with a smile: "Jin'an, there is a kind of thinness that your grandmother thinks you are thin! Hehehe! Jin'an! You don't know, your grandmother heard about what happened in the palace and hasn't had a good rest these days. She is always worried about you, afraid that you have been wronged in the palace. No matter how we persuade her, it's useless. She is looking forward to seeing you today and personally confirming that you are safe and sound." Zhong Wenqing's mouth curled up slightly, "Now that you are here today, your mother's heart is at ease."

Jin An's heart was filled with emotion, and her eyes welled up slightly. She knew that her grandmother's love for her was deep and pure. In the complex relationship between the palace and the family, this family love was like a beacon in the darkness, which she cherished deeply.

She hugged the old lady's arm tightly, leaned her head on her shoulder, and said softly, "Grandma, it's Jin'an who's in trouble. I made you worry. I'm really fine in the palace. I have my father to protect me." Jin'an raised his head, tears in his eyes, but with a sweet smile, he looked at the old lady and Zhong Wenqing, "Grandma and aunt also care about me so much. I am really happy."

After hearing Jin An's words, the worry in the old lady's eyes gradually turned into relief. She gently stroked Jin An's hair with her other hand, her eyes full of love, "Silly child, grandma only has you as her precious granddaughter. If not you, who else should I worry about? As long as you are well, grandma will be at ease."

The atmosphere was warm and touching. Zhong Wenqing spoke at the right moment: "Mother, Jin'an, let's sit down first, have some tea and snacks, and then talk in detail."

The old lady quickly pulled Jin An to the chair and sat down, saying, "Yes, yes, yes! Come on, these are all your favorite foods."

The temperature in the house gradually rose, as if ignited by the overflowing family love. The early winter sun streamed in through the carved windows, coating everything inside with a brilliant golden hue. The air, originally a bit chilly, became cozy and warm under this warm atmosphere.

Once again, Jin'an waited until after lunch before riding the carriage back to the palace. She loved eating at her grandmother's house, where the dishes emanated an alluring aroma, each one meticulously prepared to her taste. Her grandmother constantly served her food, gestures filled with affection, making Jin'an feel like the little girl she once was, coquettishly tucked away in the arms of her elders. Her aunt smiled beside her, occasionally urging her to eat more. The family sat together happily, their laughter echoing through the house.

She was immersed in the warmth of family love and had completely forgotten about Lai Jin's encounter with the Zhang family's carriage.