The war god prince climbs the wall every night, and the princess is angry

"Miss, Bai Zhi is here."

Shen Qionghua was sitting in front of the dressing mirror putting on her makeup. When she looked up, she saw Baizhi following Shaoyao anxiously.

She inserted a golden hairpin into her hair and said quietly, "Do you know why I kept you here?"

Bai Zhi knelt on the ground upon hearing this. "Miss, I know I was wrong, but I really didn't know that my mother had stolen your things. Please forgive me this time for the sake of growing up together. I will serve you well in the future and never dare to be lazy again."

She spoke with tears in her eyes, but her heart was filled with panic.

She didn't know why Shen Qionghua thought that the reward her mother received from the Marquis' wife was obtained by stealing things, but the silver was real and the source of the silver could not be revealed at all.

Now my mother has been abandoned by the Shen family, and was driven out of the house with a lame leg, but I stayed.

Bai Zhi thought about what the maid had secretly told her two days ago. The Marquis's wife asked her to regain Shen Qionghua's trust so that the original promise would still stand.

Bai Zhi's heart was burning with excitement when she thought that she might become the mistress of the marquis's mansion in the future.

Shen Qionghua lowered her eyes, seeing clearly the desire and ambition in Bai Zhi's eyes, "Well, since you have admitted your mistake, from today on, you will serve outside the house."

Bai Zhi's eyes froze for a moment, then she kowtowed gratefully and said, "Thank you, Miss. I will definitely serve you well."

After Shen Qionghua finished dressing up, she took Shaoyao and Licorice to the main courtyard of Yunmengxuan.

Shen Yi had arrived earlier. He was wearing an indigo-colored round-necked robe with a jacquard pattern and a dark blue sachet tied around his waist. He was sitting on a stool, fiddling with the teacup on the table out of boredom.

The two siblings talked for a while, and after Lin Wanru was dressed up, the three of them went to Piaomiao Garden together.

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Piaomiao Garden

When Shen Qionghua and the other two arrived, the old lady and the Yongning Marquis and his son had not yet arrived.

Seeing this, Mrs. Lin hurried over, but her face froze after seeing Lin Wanru's outfit.

Shen Qionghua inherited 60% of her appearance from her mother, but her temperament is completely different.

Shen Qionghua is bright and beautiful, while Lin Wanru is like a crescent moon in the sky, graceful and holy.

When she was young, she was known as the most beautiful woman in Jiangnan. Because of this title, she was often bullied by the noble ladies in Jiangnan.

Lin would often come to the rescue at this time, and would try her best to protect her even if she was humiliated. Over time, Lin Wanru came to trust and rely on Lin, and they never stopped communicating even after they got married.

When she first arrived in the capital, Lin Wanru was exhausted from the long journey and fell ill. She then lay in bed in plain clothes to recuperate. Whenever Mrs. Lin went to see her, she always had her makeup on.

Today, Lin Wanru wore a white moon ice silk shirt, a crystal jade hairpin in her black hair, and earrings made of white jade on her earlobes. Although it was the simplest outfit, it was unforgettable.

The cold has gradually improved in the past few days, and his previously tired and thin cheeks have become a little rosy and plump. At first glance, he looks no different from when he was young.

Looking at Lin Wanru like this, some bad memories from the past came to Lin's mind, and she secretly regretted that she shouldn't have held this family dinner.

But he held Lin Wanru's hand and smiled, "That's right, it's time to dress up."

When Lin Wanru heard Lin say this, she felt relieved.

Today was the first time she brought Hua Jie'er and Yi Ge'er to attend the family dinner at the Marquis' Mansion. She was particularly afraid that something might go wrong and embarrass the Lin family.

After Lin arranged everything for the three of them, mother and son, she returned to her seat, but her hand tightly clutching the handkerchief revealed her restlessness.

Because a family dinner was being held today, all the masters of the Yongning Marquis' Mansion, big and small, returned, and even Zhou Lingfu, who had been confined in the ancestral hall to reflect on her mistakes, was released.

Coincidentally, Shen Qionghua was sitting opposite Zhou Lingfu.

Seeing the other person's expression as if he wanted to devour her, she smiled contemptuously and did not take the other person seriously.

However, the pretty girl in the smoky purple dress sitting next to Zhou Lingfu smiled at her. Shen Qionghua was stunned and nodded at her.

Picking up the teacup and taking a sip of tea, Shen Qionghua saw Wu Minke glancing towards the door from time to time, and a strange look flashed in her eyes.

"The old lady is here! The marquis is here!"

The door curtain was lifted.

The old lady walked in front with a smile on her face, supported by a man in his thirties.

The man was wearing a navy blue cross-collared robe and a belt of the same color. He had a dignified face and a hint of murderous aura. He was none other than Zhou Yaozhi, Marquis of Yongning.

Marquis Yongning is now in charge of part of the military camp and needs to handle military affairs in the camp outside the capital all year round. Even if he comes back to attend court, he will return to the suburbs of the capital after court. Therefore, this is the first time that Shen Qionghua and her two children have seen him.

After the old lady sat down, Lin introduced Shen Qionghua and her mother and son to Marquis Yongning.

Marquis Yongning looked at Lin Wanru, a dark glint flashing in his eyes. He smiled and said, "Aunt, just stay here peacefully. If you need anything, just tell your sister."

Lin Wanru nodded, "Thank you, my Lord."

Marquis Yongning said a few more words of concern to Shen Qionghua and Shen Yi, then sat down in his seat.

Just as Shen Qionghua's heart was about to settle down, a servant came to report, "Old Madam, Lord Marquis, His Royal Highness Prince An is here."

Shen Qionghua's eyes darkened.

The old lady sitting at the head of the table was overjoyed and said, "Quick, please come in."

Soon, Xie Qian'an came in wearing a moon-white brocade robe.

Behind him was a tall man in a crimson robe. He had handsome features and a playful smile on his face. He was Zhou Jinlin, the eldest son of the Yongning Marquisate.

"Grandma, I have brought your most beloved grandson here." Zhou Jinlin said with a smile.

Xie Qianan said to the old lady, "Grandma, since you are hosting a family banquet, how can you leave out a grandson like me?"

"It is an honor for the Yongning Marquis' Mansion to have Your Highness here. Please take a seat." The old lady said with a smile.

After Xie Qian'an sat down, the old lady announced the start of the banquet.

The people at the top were having a pleasant conversation. Shen Qionghua sat in her seat, secretly and vigilantly observing every move around her.

Halfway through the banquet, Shen Qionghua noticed that Lin Wanru looked a little pale. Remembering that she had just recovered from a serious illness and could not sit for long, she suggested to Lin that they send Lin Wanru back first.

Shen Qionghua originally wanted to send her mother back, but she didn't come back either.

Unexpectedly, Lin Wanru repeatedly reminded her to return to the banquet and not to be rude.

Shen Qionghua had no choice but to take Shaoyao and walk towards Piaomiao Garden again.

The night was dim, and a moon-white figure stood beside the rockery in front of Piaomiao Garden.

The man turned around at the noise, his usual smirk plastered on his face.

It was indeed Xie Qian'an.