After rebirth, my wife just wants to be a widow

The emperor was attacked on the autumn hunting ground, and an important official of the court died.

The crime of assassinating the emperor was too serious, and the whole capital became turbulent. The banquets that used to be held every now and then have also stopped. All the forces are competing secretly, and no one knows which one. Which family will the sword hanging in the air fall on?

It wasn't until a large number of privately made weapons and armors were found from the Duke's Mansion that everyone heaved a sigh of relief.

The emperor has always implemented an iron-blooded policy since he ascended the throne. This time when his imperial power was challenged, he naturally did not need to be severely punished.

The once glorious Guogong Mansion collapsed, and everyone involved with their family was charged with serious crimes one by one.

It is said that the broadswords used for beheading in the execution ground were so sharpened by the cutting.

Blood flowed into rivers for a while.

After hearing the news, Shen Ruoyan twitched her lips coldly and put the secret report in her hand into the charcoal basin nearby.

The flames quickly engulfed the paper.

After a while, the secret report filled with words turned into a ball of ashes, lying quietly on the charcoal, lifeless.

Sure enough, as she expected, the Duke's Mansion might really be involved in this matter, but the old Duke alone could not plan such an assassination.

In the final analysis, the Duke's Mansion is just a scapegoat being pushed out.

People are often the most forgetful creatures.

After a few days of silence, everyone felt relieved when they saw that the emperor seemed to have no intention of pursuing the matter further.

The most indispensable thing in the capital was dignitaries. After a few ministers disappeared, someone would immediately fill the vacant positions. The power in the court was shaken, and everyone used the banquet to reconnect with each other.

Everything seems to have returned to the singing and dancing of the past.

It's just that those who die never come back.

"Young Madam, the Winter Festival is coming, and the palace has sent me an invitation." Qin'er handed the invitation to Shen Ruoyan, looked at Shen Ruoyan's thin profile, and asked worriedly, "Do you want to find an excuse to go back? "

Shen Ruoyan put the invitation into her sleeves, shook her head and said, "It doesn't matter, I haven't shown up for so long, I should go out for a walk."

She knew what Qin'er was worried about.

Since Master Shen's death, Shen Ruoyan has been staying in the General's Mansion without leaving the house.

There are rumors about her out there.

Some people said that because of excessive grief, she was out of shape and had long lost her former grace and grace.

Some people are also discussing whether Lu Yan, a new member of the court, will continue to dote on Mrs. Lu since the Shen family fell into despair?

There are even gambling houses secretly setting up bets on when Lu Yan will marry his new wife.

Shen Ruoyan actually knew all these things.

"Don't worry, I'm not made of porcelain." Shen Ruoyan patted Qin'er's hand and comforted her, "If I continue to hide in the house, I don't know what kind of rumors will spread.

Besides, I also need to go to the palace. "

On the day of the Winter Festival, the sky was overcast, with dark gray clouds hanging in the sky, as if it would snow at any time.

As soon as they stepped into Nuan Pavilion, many ladies and ladies present secretly cast their eyes at Shen Ruoyan.

Shen Ruoyan chose a set of plain clothes. Although she was much thinner than usual, her little face surrounded by a fox fur collar was as delicate as ever.

Her thin figure gave her an air of pity. Even the woman couldn't help feeling pity when she saw her.

However, due to the Shen family's loss of power, the ladies and ladies who had always greeted Shen Ruoyan with smiles deliberately avoided her.

Seeing that no one came over, Shen Ruoyan stood alone, not in a hurry to find someone to chat with.

Seeing her standing alone in a secluded corner, Duanmu Keer raised a proud smile.

Huh, luckily she thought Shen Ruoyan was very capable.

The ladies and ladies who gathered around her in the past were not because of her family background, but now that Master Shen is gone, no one will pay attention to her.

Duanmu Ke'er walked to Shen Ruoyan, looked at her side, and asked knowingly: "Hey, sister, why did you come alone today?

Mrs. Shen didn't come with you? "

Who in the capital doesn't know that Mrs. Shen was so sad about losing her husband that she is still lying in bed and has not recovered.

Duanmu Ke'er, however, chose to poke Shen Ruoyan's sore spot.

Shen Ruoyan's face did not show the sadness that Duanmu Ke'er had expected. Instead, she smiled contemptuously at her and asked, "Isn't Miss Duanmu's mother here too?"

Without waiting for Duanmu Keer to speak, Shen Ruoyan continued: "Oh, I'm sorry, I forgot that your mother is not qualified to attend this kind of banquet."

Duanmu Ke'er jumped up in anger and glared at Shen Ruoyan.

If there weren't others present, she would probably strangle Shen Ruoyan to death again.

"Humph, you don't have many days left to be proud." Duanmu Ke'er was provoked by Shen Ruoyan because she was young, so she spoke out what was in her heart, "My father made a promise to me.

From now on, I will..."

Midway through speaking, Duanmu Ke'er suddenly realized that she had spilled the beans and immediately raised her hands to cover her mouth.

"Why am I telling you this!

Just wait and see! "

After saying the cruel words, Duanmu Ke'er snorted coldly at Shen Ruoyan, turned around and left.

It comes in a hurry and goes in a hurry.

Shen Ruoyan shook her head at Duanmu Kou'er's back.

Just as he was about to walk inside, a chuckle suddenly came from behind him.

Turning around, she saw Su Xihe standing not far away. She didn't know how much she had seen.

Just as he was about to walk inside, a chuckle suddenly came from behind him.

When Su Xihe saw Shen Ruoyan was about to leave, she quickly called her out: "What's wrong? You ran away when you saw me. Do you know that your status is not as good as mine now, and you have no shame to stand in front of me?"

After hearing that Mr. Shen passed away, Su Xihe was happy for several days.

Just as he was about to walk inside, a chuckle suddenly came from behind him.

Shen Ruoyan had been her rival since childhood. She didn't expect that her family's fortunes fell into decline overnight, and Su Xihe finally won.

Shen Ruoyan showed a sad look at the right time, pointed at Duanmu Ke'er not far away and asked: "You heard what I just said.

Just as he was about to walk inside, a chuckle suddenly came from behind him.

But she is innocent and romantic, full of fresh girlishness, and has huge power behind her. Who wouldn't be tempted? "

He raised his head with a sad smile on his face, "Do you think Duanmu Ke'er looks like me before I got married?"

He clicked his tongue dissatisfiedly, "Then you are too arrogant to belittle yourself. Back then..."

As if recalling something, Su Xihe was quiet for a while before continuing: "I don't know how many times better than her."

From now on, I will..."

Midway through speaking, Duanmu Ke'er suddenly realized that she had spilled the beans and immediately raised her hands to cover her mouth.

Just as he was about to walk inside, a chuckle suddenly came from behind him.