Zhenfubao waved his hand and the warehouse was full of grain, and the whole family regretted it

Bai Qiaoniang folded her hands, her left hand lightly covering the hem of her skirt. She knelt down and bowed, her back straight but slightly leaning forward. She said softly, "Greetings, Her Royal Highness."

Princess Duanmin stroked the jade rim of the teacup with her fingertips, glanced at Bai Qiaoniang with a slightly raised eyebrow and said:

"He's quite a clever person. His etiquette is even more thorough than that of a daughter of a marquis.

Those rumors outside that you are vulgar have become a joke."

Bai Qiaoniang bent her knees slightly, lowering her body even lower, and the pearl hairpins on her temples swayed slightly with her movements:

"Bianjing is the capital of the emperor and a land of etiquette. Since I have entered this beautiful place, I should learn the rules and regulations thoroughly.

It's just some superficial skills, not worthy of the princess's discerning eye."

"You're quite bold." The princess suddenly placed the teacup heavily on the low table and said, "I summoned you and you brought your daughter into the palace alone. Aren't you afraid that I will detain you?"

Bai Qiaoniang pinched her fingertips into her palm, but a smile spread across her face:

“Everyone knows that the princess has a kind heart and a compassionate mind.

The day before yesterday, I heard that the princess distributed porridge to help the victims, and even the emperor praised your kindness and virtue.

"I am just a commoner. To be summoned by the princess is truly a blessing I have earned in eight lifetimes. Why would I be afraid?"

Princess Duanmin smiled and said, "You are such a clever person. No wonder our Mingyue can't compare to you."

Bai Qiaoniang smiled and said:

"Princess Mingyue grew up beside the princess. She is innocent and outspoken, and it's obvious that she was spoiled.

Compared to the princess, women like us who have been struggling in the countryside and worrying about food and daily necessities are nothing but clumsy and stupid!

The princess is open-minded and speaks her mind directly, which is much better than those who try to hide their thoughts in roundabout ways. She is very likable just by looking at you."

"Oh? Really? Then do you think Huo Jun likes her personality?" Princess Duanmin looked at her and said.

This is just intentional disgusting, Bai Wanwan sneered, this princess doesn't look like a good person either.

Bai Qiaoniang replied calmly, "I don't know how to answer this question."

Bai Qiaoniang always felt that this princess gave her a strange feeling. What kind of question was this? How should she answer?

Princess Duanmin sneered and said, "Alright, bring out the food! I'm tired, let them go!"

Before Bai Qiaoniang could come to her senses, the maid beside the princess had already walked forward holding a gold-painted lacquer box.

When the maid opened it, she found a pair of pure silver hairpins with peony branches and translucent agate beads inlaid on the heads, which were so dazzling that people could not open their eyes.

On the tray next to it lay two mutton-fat jade bracelets, cold to the touch.

There was also a tray with coral bracelets on it, each bead was polished to a smooth and round shape.

The two maids at the back directly spread out several pieces of cloth.

There was a piece of peacock blue brocade, a piece of lilac soft satin, a piece of moon-white soft smoke silk, and the other two pieces were lilac and dark green plain satin respectively.

The nanny smiled and said, "These are all gifts from the princess. Take them quickly!"

When they got on the carriage, Bai Qiaoniang looked at Bai Wanwan and said, "Wanwan, how did you know she was going to reward us today?"

Bai Wanwan lowered her voice and said:

"Mom, everyone in the capital knows that Shen Mingyue beat you.

The princess sent us these gifts in order to prevent the emperor from saying anything wrong about her daughter.

This move gives benefits and establishes prestige at the same time. It's really cruel. I don't think this princess is a good person either."

Just as Bai Wanwan finished speaking, there was a sudden sound of swords clashing outside, and the carriage shook violently.

Bai Qiaoniang's expression changed instantly: "Follow me closely for a while. If something goes wrong, quickly find a place to hide."

Bai Qiaoniang pulled aside the curtain and saw Chuyi, Chuer and Liang Tieshan fighting fiercely with a group of men in black.

These men in black attacked quickly and ruthlessly. Even though I was only a beginner in Kung Fu, I could only manage a draw with them. It was obvious at a glance that they were all martial artists.

Seeing that the men in black were focused on the fight, Bai Qiaoniang quietly took out a hidden crossbow, pulled the string, aimed, and released the arrow, all in one smooth motion.

With a whoosh, the arrow pierced through the shoulder of a man in black, and the man fell to the ground with a scream.

Seeing this, the others also took out their bows and crossbows. Arrows rained down, and the man in black had no time to dodge.

After a while, he fell to the ground in a mess and was motionless.

This sudden fight finally stopped.

"Squeak, squeak, squeak..." Naitang came out of Bai Wanwan's pocket and looked at her with concern.

Bai Wanwan looked at it and said, "I'm fine, don't worry."

But Naitang rushed out with his men. Bai Wanwan sighed and said, "Why are you running so fast? Where are you going?"

Unfortunately, Naitang and the others no longer obey our commands, but judging from the direction they are heading, they should be heading to the princess's mansion.

The group quickly returned home. Master Bai frowned after listening to them and said:

"If nothing unexpected happens, it was Princess Duanmin who did it.

Others may not know this, but I do know that she is ruthless and cruel, and is no worse than men."

Bai Wanwan shuddered and said, "He looks kind and benevolent, but why is he so cruel when he does things?"

Master Bai patted her head and said, "Things in the palace are very complicated. I'm afraid Princess Duanmin has murderous intentions."

When they came back in the evening, Naitang came back with a lot of jewels. Nai Cha translated beside her, "It was indeed done by the princess. The princess is very evil. She said she wanted to kill you..."

Bai Qiaoniang shuddered and said, "The people in this palace are really scary. They say one thing in public and do another in private."

Toffee and Milk Tea nodded their heads. Isn't that right? Humans are terrible. How can they be any better than them?

Princess Duanmin leaned against the carved dressing table, tapping her fingertips on the sandalwood tabletop, waiting for the maid to present her with the jewelry she would wear today.

Her personal maid Suxin brought a vermilion lacquered and gold-decorated jewelry box. The moment the lid was opened, she screamed "Ah!"

Only a few messy indentations remained on the velvet lining, and the box that was full of jewels and precious stones yesterday was now empty.

"What's going on?!" Su Xin staggered back.

The head nanny from the next room rushed out upon hearing the noise and said, "You blind idiot! This is the red gold and filigree phoenix crown that Her Royal Highness the Princess will wear to the palace banquet..."

"All gone?" Princess Duanmin suddenly stood up, her wide sleeves swept down the rouge box, and the red nail polish dyed the dressing table red.

She rushed to the jewelry box in three steps, staring at the empty lining, and was completely stunned.

The princess grabbed the comb from the dressing table and threw it hard. The comb hit the bronze mirror and shattered into pieces. "Investigate thoroughly! Tie up all the maids from the side hall to the storeroom. I want to see who has the guts to do this!"

Mammy whispered:

"Our Princess's Mansion is like an iron wall, no one can get in. Who could this person be?

Could it be Bai Qiaoniang from yesterday? None of the assassins we sent out yesterday have returned.”