Reborn Young Lady's Peerless Grace

That evening, Shen Wanqing sat quietly at the table, eyes lowered, as docile as a well-behaved lamb, waiting for Shen Yunlan, the head of the Houfu, to signal for dinner. Her hands rested neatly on her knees, her back straight, her posture elegant and proper.

Shen Yunlan stepped into the flower hall, and everyone stood up and saluted. Shen Yunlan raised his hand slightly, motioning everyone to sit down, and then said calmly: "Let's eat."

Shen Wanqing then picked up the chopsticks, and every movement seemed just right, neither hurried nor dragged out, fully displaying the demeanor of a lady from a noble family.

Su sat in the main seat, her eyes sweeping over everyone before she slowly spoke, "The Hundred Flowers Banquet hosted by the eldest princess will be held in a few days, and I plan to take Qing'er with me."

Shen Wanru's hand, which had been picking up food, stopped mid-air. Her eyes widened in disbelief, her face filled with disbelief. In the past, Su had always taken her to such banquets. Why was it Shen Wanqing's turn now? She felt that it was impossible for Shen Wanqing to attend such a grand occasion.

She put down her chopsticks, her voice a little anxious: "Mother, why her? Didn't you always take me with you?" Shen Wanru frowned, and her voice unconsciously rose a few degrees.

Mrs. Su took a sip of her soup and said slowly, "Ruru, you got a fright while riding a horse a few days ago. You'd better rest at home. Besides, your riding injury is well known to everyone. If you attend the banquet now without any harm, you might be framed."

Upon hearing this, Shen Wanru became even more anxious. She hurriedly said, "Mother, my injury is healed now, and no one will find out. Besides, how can such a banquet be without me? She couldn't let Shen Wanqing steal the limelight no matter what. "I must be there." As she spoke, she pulled Su's sleeve, her eyes full of pleading.

Su hesitated, and before she could speak, Shen Wanru said coquettishly, "Mother, you know I've always excelled in poetry and song. In an occasion like this, I'll definitely win a prize for our Shen family and make everyone look at us with new eyes. Shen Wanqing has no experience, and I'm afraid she'll show her timidity at the banquet, bringing shame to our Shen family."

Su Shi also felt that Shen Wanru's words made sense, and her heart was shaken. After thinking for a moment, she said, "Okay, then, you two sisters go together."

When Feng Su agreed to her, Shen Wanru immediately showed a smug smile on her face and looked at Shen Wanqing provocatively.

Shen Wanqingxin

I understand the reason for Shen Wanru's confidence. In her previous life, Shen Wanru became famous for her poetry at the Hundred Flowers Feast and became the most talented woman in the capital. Her poems spread widely and she became famous.

Since the Hundred Flowers Banquet was still a few days away, Shen Wanqing didn't have anything to prepare in advance. On the other hand, Shen Wanru had been practicing the piano these days.

Shen Wanqing didn't care about the Hundred Flowers Banquet. She wanted to go out and see the market. She wanted to open a restaurant. Those vague names were empty. Only money in hand was truly useful.

It was a sunny day, and Shen Wanqing dressed carefully, preparing to go out to explore the market. With the recipes the old man had given her, she decided to open a restaurant. She wore a light blue silk dress with delicate embroidery on the hem and a pink ribbon tied around her waist, which made her look even more graceful.

When Shen Wanru saw her sister's appearance, she had an idea and hurried over, saying in a soft voice, "Sister, are you going out? Take me with you." There was a hint of expectation and flattery in her eyes, and a sweet smile on her face.

Shen Wanqing frowned slightly, feeling somewhat reluctant, but still said with a gentle smile: "Sister, I just want to go out for a stroll, and you have to go too. I won't practice the piano today."

"I've memorized those piano scores. There are still a few days before the Hundred Flowers Banquet, so I'll take a break today." Shen Wanru was confident that she could win the first place at the Hundred Flowers Banquet.

She took Shen Wanqing's hand and said gently, "Sister, just take me with you, let's go out for a walk together. You and I haven't gone shopping for a long time." There was a smile in her eyes, but it didn't show in her eyes.

Shen Wanru's behavior really made Shen Wanqing sick. She had to go out today because Wu Fei was just trying to restore her reputation. She was using her as a stepping stone to build her reputation so that she wouldn't be gossiped about at the Hundred Flowers Banquet in a few days.

Shen Wanqing was very clear about her thoughts, but it was still uncertain whether Shen Wanru could get what she wanted. She immediately agreed: "Okay, let's go out for a walk together."

Shen Wanru nodded quickly. Seeing that her goal had been achieved, she became much closer to Shen Wanqing: "Don't worry, sister. We will definitely have a lot of fun today."

Shen Wanqing couldn't help but roll her eyes. She was so shameless that she could do such things for her own ends.

The two sisters walked out of the house hand in hand, chatting and laughing along the way. Shen Wanru would occasionally compliment Shen Wanqing on her clothes and ask her questions in a naive manner, while Shen Wanqing responded with false affection, but a hint of impatience flashed in her eyes.

Arriving at a busy restaurant, Shen Wanqing said, "Sister, let's take a break here and listen to see if there is any useful news."

Shen Wanru nodded and followed Shen Wanqing upstairs.

The two found a seat by the window and sat down. Shen Wanru poured tea for Shen Wanqing affectionately and said, "Sister, you must be thirsty after walking such a long way. Have some tea to moisten your throat."

Shen Wanqing was not polite at all. She took the teacup naturally and praised her, "Sister is so thoughtful."

"Of course. When have I not cared about you?" Shen Wanru said as if it were a matter of course.

At this time, the waiter came over and asked attentively: "Ladies, what would you like to eat?"

Shen Wanqing raised her chin slightly and said softly, "Bring up all your signature dishes."

The waiter responded and went downstairs to prepare.

Shen Wanru's face was full of vigilance, and the look she gave Shen Wanqing was also changed. "Sister, you brought money with you today, and these dishes are not cheap."

If this fool can't pay today, then there will be a good show. Then I can perform a show of sisterly love and regain the reputation I lost last time.

Shen Wanqing knew what Shen Wanru was thinking. She was just trying to figure out how to build her reputation. She was just going to disappoint her.

At this time, Shen Wanqing was not only rich, but also very rich.

"Don't worry, sister. I won't eat or dine for free."

Seeing that there was no trace of panic on Shen Wanqing's face, Shen Wanru didn't understand whether what she said was true or false. As far as she knew, Shen Wanqing's monthly salary was not as much as her personal maid. When did she become so rich?