Shen Shen Shen doesn't pursue men, only money

"Do you remember the topic Shen Shen changed?"

Seeing the two people's bewildered looks, Aunt Du said angrily, "He Xien mentioned Prince Zhu. The Prince Zhong's Mansion is not comparable to ordinary nobles. I guess the Marquis originally wanted to marry the second girl to Prince Zhu. If the marriage really goes through, and Shen Chenxiang inherits the title of the Marquis, won't that bitch Xu Wenwan climb over our heads and bully us?!"

After that, she took Shen Liuye's hand and said apologetically, "Ye'er, it's my fault that you are only a concubine's daughter. It's impossible for you to be a princess in the palace. But I think that maybe you can be the concubine of the prince first, enter the palace first, and then plan slowly."

Shen Liuye's face flushed when she heard her aunt's words: "Really? Aunt Ye'er... can I really marry Brother Ziyuan?"

Because she has always been very "close" to Shen Shenshen, Shen Liuye has certainly seen the handsome Prince Zhu. The 16-year-old girl has already fallen in love. Since the first time she saw him, she could never forget the man with picturesque features and an absolutely charming demeanor. In order to be worthy of the man she loves, she works hard to learn embroidery, practice the piano, and become more beautiful, fantasizing that she can be worthy of him.

Now are all the hard work finally paying off?

When Aunt Du saw her daughter's expression, she knew for sure: it seemed that her daughter had been fond of the prince for a long time.

Immediately strike while the iron is hot: "On the way back, Auntie thought about it. Logically speaking, the two families are well-matched and have a close relationship. Why haven't they engaged early? That means the Marquis has many concerns. The second girl can't get married. Then why not marry the fifth girl? Ye'er, Auntie will find a way to find out what the prince likes. Next month is Xi'en's birthday. With the friendship between the two families, the prince will definitely come to the Marquis's mansion to congratulate him. And there will be many gatherings of noble ladies in the capital at the end of the year. Auntie will ask the old lady, and plus you and the second sister are friends, she will definitely invite you. I don't believe you won't meet the prince at so many gatherings. How you behave after you meet him is up to you, Ye'er. You are just a concubine. The prince will definitely give face to the Marquis's mansion, and it will be a natural thing for you to marry him."

Shen Liuye's cheeks flushed, but her eyes were firm as she said, "Aunt, Ye'er understands."

Shen Wenbin also said: "If the fifth sister has the opportunity to marry the prince of the prince's mansion, I will also help."

Aunt Du said happily, "You two siblings always make me worry less. It's getting late, go back to your room and rest."

It was almost the hour of Xu and it was already dark outside. Aunt Du called Cuixia in to light the lanterns to guide the way, and asked the maids and servants of the two to carry them back to their own rooms.

The next day.

At the hour of Mao, everyone went to the old lady's courtyard to pay their respects. The old lady did not ask Mrs. Shen in front of everyone whether she had discussed the marriage between the second lady and the Duke of Shengguo with the Marquis last night. She knew very well that she should not push too hard on things and should give people room to think. Everyone paid their respects according to the custom, and after a few words, they dispersed.

When Shen Shenshen left Daishan Courtyard, he exchanged glances with Aunt Li, and both of them immediately turned their heads away.

Shen Shenshen suppressed his inner anxiety and walked to the main courtyard with a calm face to say goodbye to his mother, siblings and brothers, then returned to his own courtyard. He had a quick breakfast and asked Zhenying to pack some good tea given by his father as a reward. Then he led the maid to Aunt Li's courtyard.

Although she was only a concubine, the population of the Marquis' Mansion had always been simple, and the land was absolutely vast and sparsely populated, so each concubine was given a separate courtyard. Concubine Li had no children. She was the niece of the Queen's mother's family. Of course, she knew how to read and study since she was a child. If she were in the present, she would be a female intellectual. Although the courtyard where she lived had one less entrance than Concubine Du's courtyard, she managed the courtyard in an orderly manner. There was also a sweet-scented osmanthus tree planted on one side of the courtyard. Every golden autumn, the courtyard was filled with fragrance. Although she had been married to the Marquis' Mansion for five years without any children, she relied on the Queen's family as a backer, and no one in the mansion dared to make things difficult for her. All food, clothing and expenses were in accordance with the etiquette of the concubine, and there was never any shortage.

When Shen Shenshen arrived at the gate of the courtyard, she saw her aunt's personal maid Zhen Ming waiting at the gate. When she saw Shen Shen approaching, she quickly knelt down and saluted: "Second Miss, my aunt told you to go in directly when you come."

Shen Shen nodded and followed her into the aunt's main room. Aunt Li had been waiting in the room for a long time and saw her stand up and salute.

Shen Shen smiled at her: "Aunt, there is no need to be polite. Please take a seat."

Three stacks of pastries were already on the table: peach blossom pastries, mung bean pastries, and peanut pastries. The pink, green, and apricot pastries were very refreshing when placed together. Zhen Ming brought two cups of tea at the right time and said, "Second Miss, please have some tea."

"Aunt Li, I came to bother you today without any gifts." Shen Shenshen took the initiative to speak: "This year, Tao Yue's father gave me some pre-rain Longjing tea, which I have always been reluctant to drink. Knowing that Aunt is also a tea lover, I brought some here for Aunt to taste when she is free."

Zhenying handed the tea bag to Zhenming at the right time.

Shen Shen continued, "Zhenying, Longjing tea leaves will easily become moldy if not properly stored before the rain. You and Zhenming should go and see if the place where the tea leaves are stored is suitable."

Of course the two maids knew that their master wanted to discuss private matters, so they bowed and retreated to stand guard under the eaves at the entrance of the courtyard.

Aunt Li was still wearing the same clothes she wore when she greeted the old lady in the morning. She wore a short shirt with ink-splashed clouds and butterflies, and a white pleated skirt with scattered flowers. Her hair was in a bun with a silver lotus hairpin, which was very simple and elegant. She was originally from the Queen's family, and she was not bad even if she was a concubine's niece. Shen Shenshen felt that in her previous life, Aunt Li was a typical literary youth.

Aunt Li got straight to the point: "I wonder why the Second Miss came to see me today?"

Shen Shen was too lazy to beat around the bush and asked directly: "Auntie Li, was it you who pushed me when I fell down?"

Although Aunt Li was mentally prepared, she did not expect the Second Miss to be so direct. She was a little surprised and said, "Second Miss, your question is very abrupt."

"Auntie, you just need to answer yes or no."

"Does the Second Miss believe my answer?"

"Aunt, whether I believe it or not is my business, you just need to answer yes or no."

"No."

Shen Shen looked at her expression carefully and guessed what she meant: "Is she really not my aunt?"

"No."

Shen Shen didn't waste any words: "When I fell down the stone steps, you were there, Auntie. I am the second daughter of the Marquis's family. According to Dongxiang law, murdering a daughter is a capital crime. I don't think Auntie has the need or the courage to do that. I came here today just to know who is the mastermind behind it."

Aunt Li looked puzzled, "Does the Second Miss have no memory of anything? I was indeed at the scene when you fell, but I did not push you. It was the Second Miss who accidentally stepped on her dress while talking to me, and she rolled down the stone steps and nearly died."