Did the eldest daughter ascend the throne today?

The Lu family's welcoming banquet invited prominent figures in Mingzhou, including military and political officials, wealthy businessmen, literati, etc., and the standard was extremely high.

They also brought their families with them in their best clothes, and the event was filled with elegant clothes, toasts, and laughter.

The women looked expectantly, "I heard that Princess Jingning is the guest of honor. I really want to meet her."

"I have long heard of the reputation of Princess Jingning, and I want to see her in person."

"She is both smart and brave. Not only did she save the Ning family, but she was also able to escape unscathed. She is truly amazing. What more could a husband ask for with a daughter like her?"

"Lord Rong Jingrong is here too. He is the top scholar in the imperial examination and his elegance is unmatched."

"I heard that Lord Rong Jing is a famous handsome man with great talent. I wonder which woman would be lucky enough to marry him."

"He has become the Governor-General at such a young age. If I marry him, I will be a second-rank official. I am so envious."

Suddenly someone said, "Lord Rong seems to be unlucky in marriage."

The scene was silent, everyone looked at each other, thinking, no matter how good it is, one has to live to enjoy it, that's all.

An obsessed female voice rang out, "As long as I can marry him, even for one day."

Everyone's mouth twitched. Don't you want to live anymore?

"Princess Jingning has arrived, Lord Rong has arrived, Third Young Master Duan has arrived, Fourth Young Master Duan has arrived, and Miss Duan has arrived."

Everyone was startled and looked towards the door at the same time.

I saw several men and women with outstanding looks and temperament walked in. The handsome men and beautiful women standing together were very pleasing to the eyes.

The most eye-catching one is a girl in white, with her hair tied up with a golden crown and no makeup on. She is as beautiful as a lotus in clear water, but her eyebrows and eyes are stern and she looks intimidating without being angry.

Contradictory, yet fascinating.

The man in blue standing next to her had a handsome face and a pair of slightly upturned peach blossom eyes that were full of brilliance.

The girl in white said gracefully, "I'm Ning Zhiwei, nice to meet you all, nice to meet you."

Everyone bowed down and saluted.

Men and women sat separately, men on the left and women on the right. Ning Zhiwei sat in the position of the guest of honor and looked at everyone with a smile.

Whenever people saluted her and introduced themselves, Ning Zhiwei would respond with a smile.

"It's Miss Qi. Your father is the richest man in Mingzhou. Last year, he donated 20,000 dan of military rations to the army in Mingzhou. He is truly a role model for businessmen."

"It's Madam Lu San. Your husband passed the imperial examination two years ago, and you gave birth to your eldest son last year. It's a double happiness. Congratulations."

Everyone looked at her in shock. She actually knew everything about Mingzhou and even knew a thing or two about every prominent family. This was too incredible.

But I have to say, it feels really good to be remembered by the superior. She will praise you so much that you feel like you are basking in the spring breeze, your legs are floating, and you want to die for her.

Duan Xinyu, who was sitting on the side, was overshadowed and everyone was only concerned with talking to Ning Zhiwei.

Duan Xinyu had a complicated expression, Ning Zhiwei was not a human being when he was cruel, but he was so warm and gentle, which made people even more scared.

She can be both tough and soft, and can win people's hearts. Her methods and schemes are better than countless others. Can Ning Qishao really beat her?

But can she really become the mistress of the Ning family?

With Ning Zhiwei around, it's difficult, very difficult.

Marshal Lu saw this and his face turned black.

Lu Jifang's eyes flickered, "Father, how does she know so much?"

Marshal Lu sneered, "Oh, you have been collecting information about Mingzhou for a long time, and you have ulterior motives."

This person is too strong, so strong that it makes people uneasy.

Lu Jifang's lips curled up slightly, "Let's take her to the backyard and let her keep giving birth. When a woman has a child, her focus will naturally shift and she won't be able to take care of anything else."

With such a powerful wife to support you, what else do you have to worry about?

Marshal Lu rolled his eyes slightly, stood up and raised his glass to invite everyone, "Everyone, please raise your glasses and toast to our distinguished guest who has come from afar."

"please."

Everyone raised their glasses and drank together in a harmonious atmosphere. When Marshal Lu saw that Ning Zhiwei and Rong Jing had both drunk the wine, the corners of his mouth curled up and a faint light flashed in his eyes.

He suddenly laughed, "Lord Rong, I have a concubine daughter, who is very beautiful and good at playing the piano, chess, calligraphy and painting. I will give her to Lord Rong to make her look good."

He raised his voice and said, "Lu'er, why don't you come out and meet Lord Rong."

A charming young girl came out from behind and bowed deeply to Rong Jing, "I am honored to meet you, sir. Please have mercy on me."

It looks like a little white flower, so delicate and pitiful that makes people feel pity for it involuntarily.

Rong Jing subconsciously looked at Ning Zhiwei. Ning Zhiwei pouted her lips. He curved his eyebrows and said, "I won't take a concubine."

Marshal Lu waved his hand and said nonchalantly, "A maidservant in the study or the concubine's room is fine."

Ning Zhiwei frowned. How uncouth! Is this really her biological daughter? Or an adopted daughter?

Rong Jing refused without hesitation, "It's not in accordance with etiquette. Lord Lu's concubines are eligible to enter the palace. When the new emperor ascends the throne, he will definitely recruit concubines after the national mourning. Lord Lu can be sent to the palace then. The new emperor is a man who cherishes women."

Marshal Lu's mind moved. This was a good idea. Instead of bribing court officials with large sums of money every year, it would be better to have someone in the palace.

The late emperor was old and had not taken in many new people in recent years, but the new emperor was different. He had not yet married or taken concubines, so there were plenty of opportunities.

Lu'er's face turned pale, and she leaned over eagerly, "Master Rong, Lu'er admires you and only wants to follow you."

Rong Jing frowned and stepped back. "Jingning County Lady once said that women have too many things that they cannot control. They should be nicer to themselves. Why should they degenerate and treat themselves like commodities for others to trample on? Concubines can be bought and sold at will, not to mention maids."

Luer was stunned.

At this moment, a guest suddenly said, "Hey, my head is so dizzy, I seem to be drunk."

This seemed to be the beginning of something. One after another, people collapsed in their chairs, unable to move. Some smart people realized something was wrong. "No, I can't move my hands and feet. I'm poisoned."

Everyone turned pale and was terrified when they heard the sound.

Ning Zhiwei saw this and slumped down in his chair, his face pale. "Marshal Lu, what poison did you put in the wine?"

The guests were in disbelief. "How is this possible? How could Marshal Lu put drugs in his own banquet?"

"It's a mistake. It's impossible. He has no reason to do so. Marshal, we believe you."

Unexpectedly, Marshal Lu stood up with a red face, "As expected of the Princess of Jingning County, you are extremely smart."

"Yes, it was the poison I gave you. It is colorless and odorless. The victim's muscles and bones become sore and weak that he cannot move."

The guests' faces were swollen from being beaten. They believed in Marshal Lu, but he treated them like this.

"what is this?"

Marshal Lu walked towards Ning Zhiwei step by step, "Princess Jingning, I did this all for you."

"Me?" Ning Zhiwei knew that no banquet would end well, and Marshal Lu was planning something bad, but what did this mean?

Marshal Lu was beaming with joy, "Tonight is the day you and I will get married. Our parents are here, and all the guests in the city are here. Let everyone witness our wedding."

Everyone:...

"Father." Lu Jifang was stunned. Didn't he tell him to marry?

Ning Zhiwei laughed angrily, this bastard, he married her by force.