Su Xiluo wanted to plot against others, but she was set up by Jiang Li instead, so she had no choice but to go on stage to perform. However, the title of Jiangnan Talented Woman is not false, and her talent is indeed extraordinary. She danced lightly in colorful clothes and played a song "Lotus in Jiangnan" in the hall. The song was melodious and graceful, like the sound of immortals, intoxicating people and making them unable to extricate themselves. Everyone was fascinated by her and praised her endlessly: "This song should only exist in heaven, how many times can it be heard in the world!"

"Li'er, why do you seem unhappy?" Xie Lan stared at Jiang Li with a worried look on his face. He was enjoying the food just now, why did he suddenly feel depressed?

"Mother, don't worry." Jiang Li didn't understand either. He stared at the graceful and beautiful Jiangnan woman in the hall, listening to her soft singing. His mind wandered involuntarily, and the scene of the green lotus leaves in the Jiangnan water town seemed to appear before his eyes.

After Jiang Li whispered to Xie Lan, she stood up and left her seat. She thought that she had almost finished eating, so there was no point in staying any longer. Jiang Li was a little tipsy at the moment because she had just drunk a few glasses of fruit wine, but when she walked out of the hall, she suddenly felt much more clear-headed.

Shi Liu, who was standing outside, saw Jiang Li coming out and hurried forward to greet him. According to the rules, only people from the Princess's Mansion could serve in the main hall, and maids from other families could only eat in the side hall. However, Shi Liu was always worried about Jiang Li, so she hurriedly ate a few bites and waited outside the hall, but she didn't expect Jiang Li to really come out.

"Miss, is there anything you need?" Shi Liu carefully supported Jiang Li and asked softly.

Jiang Li waved her hand gently and said, "No need, I just drank a few glasses of fruit wine and I'm a little tipsy. I want to go out for a walk to sober up." As she spoke, she stroked her forehead with her hand, trying to sober herself up.

Shi Liu looked at Jiang Li who looked a little tipsy and asked with concern, "Miss, do you want to go to the guest house to rest for a while? I can prepare some sobering tea for you."

Jiang Li shook her head and said with a smile, "No need. I think the air here is very fresh and I want to stay a little longer. Why don't we go sit in the pavilion by the lake?" She pointed to the pavilion not far ahead, with a hint of anticipation in her eyes.

The Princess's Mansion was given by the late emperor. The buildings in the mansion are exquisite, with carved beams and painted rafters, and pavilions and towers are scattered in an orderly manner. The artificial lake in the center of the mansion is especially pleasant. The lake water is clear and reflects the surrounding rockery and trees, which is beautiful.

Shi Liu supported Jiang Li and walked slowly towards the pavilion by the lake. Along the way, Jiang Li admired the beautiful scenery around him and his mood gradually became relaxed.

The breeze gently blew, layer upon layer, as beautiful as a dream. Jiang Li narrowed his eyes slightly, looking at the lotus leaves in the lake with a little drunkenness. At this moment, they had just emerged from the water with a small tip, tender green and fragile.

"Miss, please rest here for a while. I'll bring you a bowl of sobering tea." Shi Liu on the side looked at Jiang Li worriedly, but she couldn't just leave her there, so she hurried towards the side hall, hoping to bring the sobering tea as soon as possible.

Jiang Li sat alone in the pavilion, with a breeze blowing and bringing a hint of coolness. Her thoughts gradually drifted away, as if she was immersed in her own world. However, a deep voice suddenly interrupted her meditation.

"Miss Jiang, you are so elegant." The voice came from outside the pavilion. Jiang Li turned her head in confusion, trying to see the person who was speaking. But out of politeness, she still straightened up and prepared to respond.

Jiang Li's vision gradually became clearer, and she finally saw the man standing outside the pavilion. He was tall and handsome, with a faint smile on his face, staring at her intently.

The Second Prince?! How could he suddenly appear here? Jiang Li was secretly surprised, but he quickly stood up and saluted respectfully. After all, the other party was of noble status and was the prince of the current dynasty.

"Greetings, Second Prince." Jiang Li said softly, bending his knees slightly to show respect.

"No need to be polite. May I come in?" The Second Prince smiled and supported Jiang Li through the air. He stood quietly outside the pavilion, with a servant beside him.

Jiang Li couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed, not knowing how to answer the second prince's question. If she directly refused to let him enter the pavilion, it might be regarded as disrespectful to the prince; but if she easily agreed, she felt that it was inappropriate for a man and a woman to be in the same room. However, she really didn't dare to refuse rashly. After all, she was in the Princess's Mansion at the moment and didn't have much say.

Just as Jiang Li was hesitating, the Second Prince seemed to notice her concerns, smiled sympathetically, and said, "Miss Jiang, don't be nervous. I just happened to pass by here and saw the elegance of this pavilion, so I wanted to come in and take a look. If it's inconvenient, I won't force you."

His tone and attitude were very gentle, which slightly eased Jiang Li's anxiety. After thinking for a moment, she decided to let the second prince in, so as not to offend this powerful noble. So, she smiled and nodded, and said softly: "Second prince, please come in."

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