……

The next day.

Wenhui invited the mistress of the He family to her house. The two chatted for half an hour, and then agreed to relax by the Chunchi Lake, and brought Ke Yishang with them.

Wenhui thought about it and sent someone to Xinyuan to invite Shang Tingli to go with her. Shang Tingli knew that relaxing was just an excuse, and the main purpose was to let Ke Yishang and Master He meet and see each other again in person. Therefore, Shang Tingli refused.

Good things happened to Ke Yishang, and she finally put her mind at ease for the time being.

Shang Tingli prepared the next plan, which was aimed at the fifth young master Ke Yi. However, tomorrow was a holiday, and even if Ke Yi returned from the Imperial College, it would be dusk.

She couldn't be impatient.

At this time, if she wanted to check the dowry shop like others, she would not have such trouble. The dowry left by her mother had long been exchanged for silver notes in the shop in Kyoto, so what she got was naturally only silver notes. The shop in Nanwu was managed by her mother's people, so she would not go to Nanwu now. There was no shop for the dowry from her uncle's family, only silver notes and other things.

Shang Tingli sat on a stone pier in the yard, leaning against the table with his chin in his hands.

It was probably when the mistress of the He family came to visit that Ke Xin went out.

Today is a very fine day. The sky is clear and blue, with no clouds and a jasper-like clarity. The sun pours down unobstructed, penetrating the gaps between the pomegranate's emerald green leaves and pink-green fruits, casting a colorful halo.

The gentle breeze blowing through the pomegranate tree seems to be tainted with the fragrance of pomegranates.

"Fangzhi, Gantang, take the banknotes and let's go out for a walk."

Shang Tingli stood up.

At this time in her previous life, she was still busy tidying up the small courtyard of the Ji family, so she had no time to go out.

This time she must take a good look at Shangjing City.

……

A breeze blew through the curtains, and the aroma of tea lingered in the air. From across the wall, the graceful voice of an actor could be heard faintly.

In the quaint hall, the aroma of tea filled the air. Two young men sat facing each other at a low table.

One of the young men, who was about to reach adulthood, wore a scarlet round-necked brocade robe. Such a bright color did not make him look feminine, but made him look bright and clear like a crescent moon. His long and upturned peach blossom eyes were exceptionally clear, yet they also concealed the pride and unruliness of a young man. The mole under his lip lit up the spring in the summer.

This handsome man with a stunning appearance that could rival spring in beauty was Ke Xin who had left the house in the morning.

The young man opposite him was wearing a Cuiwei round-collar brocade robe. He had an indifferent expression, was handsome and elegant, and was a handsome man with a jade-like face.

He held a white teacup in his hand, brought it to his lips, blew gently twice, took a sip elegantly, and then put the cup down.

"Where did Xingchen get the information?"

Ke Xin raised his eyes: "Brother Yun Yan, can you trust me?"

Ke Yu stared at him: "How do you prove that you are trustworthy?"

After taking a sip from the teacup, Ke Xin smiled and said, "I have told Brother Yun Yan two things. First, we will know the result by the end of the month. Second, he will lead a team to Shabei today. You may as well put a spy in there and find out the truth then."

Ke Yu said calmly: "Is it really as you said? I'm afraid it's too late for some things, right?"

Ke Xin asked: "What is Brother Yun Yan referring to?"

Ke Yu asked back, "What does Xingchen think?"

"Well, I thought—"

Ke Yu looked at him.

He took another sip of the tea, then suddenly grinned, revealing a row of white teeth. The cute little fangs could no longer be hidden, showing his youthful spirit.

"I think that if we make preparations for both scenarios, we won't be too late for anything. Besides, take a gamble and trust me for once, what if?" Ke Xin said.

Ke Yu said nothing.

"If I win the bet, it will be the best of both worlds." Ke Xin put down the teacup.

Ke Yu glanced at him and said, "Then what did you say to the fourth brother three months ago?"

“…”Good brother, a hero never brags about his past achievements.

The smile on Ke Xin's lips froze slightly, then he raised his hands calmly, closed his eyes, smiled again, and said only four words: "Change your ways."

After a while, Ke Yu said, "Then I will believe you this time."

Ke Xin smiled sincerely this time: "I still have to remind Brother Yun Yan that for you and Bao Zhen, you should do it as soon as possible."

"……understood."

……

Taoli Hutong, North Street, Liangzhu Pavilion.

This is the richest jewelry store in Shangjing City. It is a shop built entirely of wood and has three floors. The jewelry on each floor is different and the prices are also different. The higher you go, the more beautiful the jewelry is and the more expensive it is.

Shang Tingli went out with two maids and unknowingly came here.

As soon as I entered the door, a waiter came over and asked, "Madam, which floor do you want to see?"

Seeing that Shang Tingli was dressed richly, perhaps his family was rich and noble, the clerk introduced: "The jewelry in our store is the most exquisite on the third floor. Madam, why don't you go up and take a look?"

Shang Tingli hasn't spoken yet.

The shopkeeper came over and pushed the waiter aside, then he bowed and said, "Hey, hello, I greet the Crown Prince's Consort."

In the past, Shang Tingli had the opportunity to come out with the young ladies from the Marquis Yi Zhong's Mansion to choose jewelry here. Although he did not go to the third floor often, he had been here many times.

The eldest daughter and the cousin of the Marquis Yi Zhong's family were married off by the Empress Dowager's order. This matter had already spread throughout the capital city. The shopkeeper had met Shang Tingli several times and still remembered her, so he recognized her now.

When she was the cousin of Marquis Yi Zhong, the shopkeeper would not have been so enthusiastic. But now that she is the Crown Princess of Prince Ren, the shopkeeper has to come over and show his courtesy in person.

"Princess, would you like to go directly to the third floor? Do you need an introduction?" The shopkeeper rubbed his hands with a smile.

Shang Tingli smiled slightly and said, "No need, I can go and see it myself."

The shopkeeper said: "Okay, it's your own convenience."

Shang Tingli did not go to the third floor immediately, but chose to go around the first floor first. She only considers whether she likes the jewelry, and never looks at the price, so she does not like to be pressured by the "price".

But before, she was the cousin of a marquis's family, a poor little girl who had to make a living under her aunt's care. She had very little money, so even if she wanted to buy expensive things, she couldn't buy them all at once.

Maybe the jewelry on the first floor was too ordinary or maybe she had a very picky taste, but she didn't like anything.

"Come on, let's move to the second floor."

Shang Tingli walked out and heard a charming voice saying, "Am I dazzled? Isn't this the Crown Princess of Prince Ren? Why is she only visiting the first floor of the Jingzhu Pavilion?"

When I looked over after hearing the voice, I saw that the person was wearing a lotus-colored long gown and a horse-faced skirt of the same color, with a light crimson bodice on the outside. Her steps were as graceful as the wind, and her figure was slender and graceful.

It’s Yu Lanxi.

Shang Tingli curved his lips and said, "It's Madam Ji."

The words "Mrs. Ji" seemed to hit Yu Lanxi's weak spot. She gritted her teeth and knelt down towards Shang Tingli: "Greetings, Crown Prince's Consort."

Shang Tingli immediately smiled and said, "Hey, cousin Lan Xi, you are so polite."

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