It's all ruined, who cares about the chastity arch

"Has Mr. Luo ever married and had children?" She asked Pei Sina with a smile on her face.

"Madam, Wenxuan is still unmarried." Pei Sina answered respectfully.

Upon hearing this, Yuan smiled even brighter. "A few days ago, I went to Wuming Temple to draw lots for my daughter and got the best lot. The elders in the temple said that a good match is tied to the willow branches in the courtyard. After thinking about it, who else could it be except the Luo family?"

After saying that, he was about to call the concubine's daughter over, but Pei Sina had already stood up and blocked her way: "Thanks to Madam Pei's favor, Wenxuan also has this intention."

She walked lightly to the side of Miss Pei, Pei Qingzhi, and bowed deeply to Yuan and Concubine Pei, folding her hands, and spoke in a clear and pleasant voice: "A few days ago, Wenxuan had the honor of meeting Miss Pei, and since then, feelings have quietly grown.

Today, I heard Madam mention that the young lady has a deep connection with the Luo family, which may help to bring the second young lady and me together. This is truly a match made in heaven."

The man's clothes were fluttering, and the dark color was in stark contrast to the colorful atmosphere around him. His arrival was like a breeze that made the air in the entire hall freeze.

This is the famous young talent, Gu Linjun.

He had a handsome face, and there was a kingly aura between his brows that could not be ignored. Even when he walked in hurriedly, every step he took revealed his unparalleled dignity and composure.

The concubine's eyes softened, a kind smile hung on the corners of her mouth, and she gently raised her hand to signal Gu Linjun to stand up, "Linjun, you came at the right time. I was discussing some small matters at home with your cousins."

Her words seemed casual, but she invisibly took control of the topic and quietly eased the tense atmosphere.

Gu Linjun stood up straight, his eyes swept across everyone, finally stopping on Pei Sina, a hint of complex emotions flashed in his eyes.

He had of course heard about the previous disturbance, but he did not show any attitude, just smiled calmly, "My cousins' affairs are naturally decided by them. As for me, I just hope to see good news that the Pei family will have double happiness soon."

These words seemed to reassure everyone present. Concubine Pei nodded with satisfaction and turned to cast a meaningful glance at Pei Sina, which contained both expectation and warning, as if to say that your destiny not only depends on yourself, but is also subject to the complex chess game between the royal family and the aristocratic family.

Pei Sina remained calm and composed, bowing her head slightly to show respect, but her heart was calm.

She knew that everything that happened today was just a prelude, and the real battle was still to come.

In this magnificent palace, everyone has his or her own thoughts. Every word and every action is part of a strategy. And she is stepping into this game of power step by step, not for anything else, just to prove that her existence is not just that of a despised concubine's daughter.

Su Wanyu witnessed all this and thought to herself.

The white knuckles of her hand holding the teacup seemed to silently announce that there was another bystander in this chess game, who was secretly making plans and preparing to join this event at the right time.

Inside the hall, the conversation continued, but the atmosphere was no longer as tense as before.

Everyone has their own plans in mind. This seemingly peaceful family gathering is actually a contest of power and wisdom.

In this complex web of relationships, no one can predict who will have the last laugh.

When the concubine saw the visitor, a smile as bright as the spring breeze on the willows suddenly bloomed on her face, and she said gently: "Chi An is back, come here quickly, your aunt brought you precious cakes from the palace."

After he finished speaking, the palace maids seemed to have received a silent command and stepped forward in unison, each holding an exquisite food box in their hands. The box was carved with intricate and elegant patterns, revealing the unique luxury and refinement of the palace.

Behind the screen, a slender figure was hidden in the darkness. It was Pei Qingzhi. Tears were welling up in her eyes. She bit the handkerchief in her hand tightly, not letting her unwillingness and jealousy show easily.

In this family, not only is the preference of the elders like an invisible scale, but even the concubine in the palace seems to have her own selfish motives. That preference is like the sun, shining only on the eldest son of the Pei family.

Those pastries brought from the palace were ordinary things, but they were of special significance because they were specially sealed and only opened waiting for the moment when Chi An would return.

This action undoubtedly cast subtle ripples in everyone's hearts.

On the side, Su Wanyu quietly witnessed this heartwarming and slightly deliberate scene, a faint sneer inadvertently appearing on the corner of her mouth, as if she was mocking this overly obvious family affection, or lamenting the fickleness of the world.

For her, today's banquet, even before she had eaten the food, her heart was already filled with mixed feelings and unspeakable emotions.

As Pei Chian walked into the banquet, the atmosphere of the banquet that was originally prepared to welcome Luo Wenxuan and Su Wanyu changed in an instant and became a reunion banquet within the Pei family. The atmosphere seemed to be isolated from the outside world, and they were enjoying their own little world.

Seeing this scene, Pei Sina felt sorry for her and didn't want to see her good friend Su Wanyu being ignored, so she pretended to be drunk, holding a wine glass and swaying, trying to toast Pei Chi'an to divert everyone's attention.

Pei Chi'an responded coldly, his face as cold as the deep water in a pool, almost keeping people away from him.

At this time, Yuan gave instructions calmly and gave a subtle look to the maidservant, indicating that she should quickly take Master Luo away from this embarrassing situation.

The concubine shuddered and was about to stand up to obey the order, but Su Wanyu seemed to have anticipated something. She moved and stepped forward quickly, saluting first. Her voice was clear and firm, penetrating the hustle and bustle of the banquet: "Madam, Queen, and Sir, my cousin came with me, why don't you let me personally send him back to the mansion, how about it?"

This request carried an irresistible momentum.

A trace of displeasure flashed across Yuan's face. She had originally planned to use the concubine's banquet to create opportunities for Luo Wenxuan and the young concubine's daughter, so as to prevent her second daughter from being involved in the family dispute. Unexpectedly, Su Wanyu suddenly intervened and disrupted her plan.

She was about to object, but was interrupted by Pei Chi'an's impatient voice: "Since she is already drunk, take her away from here quickly and don't lose face in front of the concubine."

"Yes, my lord."

Su Wanyu answered, and then communicated with Yunyi and Siqi with an imperceptible look. The two understood each other tacitly, and hurriedly stepped forward to support Pei Sina who was pretending to be drunk, and slowly walked towards the gate of the mansion.

Yuan ordered loudly: "Send the guests out!"

The maids followed closely behind until Luo Wenxuan and Su Wanyu's backs completely disappeared outside the gate of Pei Mansion.

The carriage moved slowly, and the wooden wheels made a clattering sound as they touched the solid stone road.

Pei Sina immediately calmed down from her drunken state, sat upright, turned to Su Wanyu beside her, and said earnestly: "Wanyu, in the future, please avoid such banquets of the Pei family if possible."