Secrets of Yuqing Palace

The atmosphere in the warm room became increasingly lively, with laughter and exclamations rising one after another.

Outside the window, snowflakes are still falling, adding a touch of poetry to today's wine and plum blossom viewing.

This is not only a gathering for drinking wine and appreciating plum blossoms, but also a meeting of hearts, which brings people closer together.

Except for Amur, who was preoccupied with something and forced a smile, everyone else was very happy.

It was not until the sky gradually darkened that everyone left Hesheli Mansion with Huang Cheng's farewell.

After leaving Hesheli's mansion, Huang Cheng sent the four people to the carriage.

"Let's go, be careful on the road, we'll invite each other to get together next time."

As the sound of horse hooves rang out, the people in the car waved goodbye to Huang Cheng.

Shi Liha's eyes flickered slightly when he looked at Huang Cheng, showing scrutiny, appreciation, and unconcealable satisfaction.

"Brother Huang, there's no need to send me off. I'm sorry for disturbing you at home today."

"Next time, I will express my gratitude to my brother for his hospitality."

Huang Cheng smiled lightly, a hint of understanding flashing across his eyes.

"Haha~ Then I will wait for good news."

Lower the curtains and wait for the carriage to travel a distance and exit the alley.

Shi Liha asked Shi Mujin opposite him.

"Fourth brother, you've met the second young master of the Hesheli Mansion several times. What do you think of Brother Huang?"

Shi Mujin thought about it and said seriously after thinking about it.

"He was very different from many Manchurian playboys who only cared about eating, drinking, having fun, indulging in pleasure, causing trouble, and ignoring the law."

"He is proficient in poetry, songs and prose, and what is revealed between the lines is true knowledge and talent."

"She is very knowledgeable and talented, and like her third sister, she has great attainments in Chinese studies. My younger brother really admires her."

"It's clear that his family elders have raised him very well. He is a man of great talent."

"After listening to some of his stories, I felt that he was filial and respectful to his elders."

"Not only is he eloquent, he also has unique insights into people and things."

"Brother Huang is not only smart and capable, but also has a pair of sharp eyes!"

Without waiting for Shi Liha to ask, Shi Mujin told him about the time when he accompanied Wanyu out of the house to meet Huang Cheng to discuss business more than a month ago.

The three of them went to the outer city to look for a shop and happened to see a woman playing the piano and selling herself to bury her father on the street.

And expressed the other party's speculations and analysis.

Shi Liha pondered over what his brother had just said, then nodded with satisfaction, while Amur curled his lips secretly.

[How could the heir personally nurtured by His Majesty be bad?]

[But no matter how good he is, it can't make up for his low status!]

[If it's just a simple friendship, being able to establish a relationship with the Crown Prince would naturally be excellent.]

[But now the Crown Prince is deliberately approaching, his motives are clearly not pure!]

[Alas~ Brother Shi Liha, when will you finally see the light?]

Shi Liha suddenly turned around and asked Wanyu.

"What does Third Sister think of Brother Huang?"

Wanyu said naturally, "I agree with Mu Jin's opinion."

Shi Liha suddenly said meaningfully, "Brother Huang is indeed very good."

"Not only is his character noble and gentle as jade, but his heart is also full of mountains and valleys."

"However, next year's election is imminent, and as a candidate for the imperial selection, my sister should not interact too frequently with Brother Huang for the time being."

"It's better to avoid being caught by someone and having bad things spread out, ruining my sister's reputation."

Wanyu was stunned and didn't understand what her third brother meant by saying that.

Shi Liha sighed, "People's words are scary."

"No matter what, until the election is over, my sister must always be mindful of her words and actions and exercise self-discipline and observe proper etiquette."

"Especially in our Guaerjia Mansion, our second sister is one of the candidates favored by the Emperor for the Crown Princess, so many people have set their sights on our mansion."

"Every word and action of ours represents the family tradition, education, morality and character of our mansion."

"If any bad news gets out, it will not only affect you, but also your second sister and the family."

Wanyu said seriously, "Third brother is right. I will be more careful in the future."

Shi Liha gently touched her head and said, "It's not that I want to restrict your words and actions or stop you from making friends."

"It's just that my family has too high expectations for my second sister, and one small move can affect the whole family."

"So, Third Brother hopes that before the dust settles, when everyone's attention is focused on Guarjia Mansion, my sister can pay more attention."

Wanyu was stunned and nodded obediently.

Amur frowned and looked at Shi Liha.

[What did Brother Shi Liha see? ]

[You know why you didn't stop him? That person is not a good choice.]

[Could it be that Brother Shi Liha is satisfied with Huang Cheng, so he doesn't stop Sister Wanyu? ]

[Otherwise, why would I talk so much to Sister Wanyu? ]

Otherwise, why did I emphasize the importance of being careful before the election? Doesn't that mean that after the election, Wanyu can stop worrying so much?

[This won’t do!]

So after Shi Liha finished speaking, Amur couldn't help but speak.

"Sister Wanyu, what Brother Shi Liha said makes sense."

"Now that the Emperor has bestowed upon your families the mansions of foster nurses, they are the focus of everyone's attention."

"Plus, with the general election next year, the Crown Prince is also of marriageable age, and the eldest prince already has three legitimate daughters. The choice of Crown Princess will most likely be decided next year."

"Now it has come to the final moment. In order to bring down Sister Wanlin, the other families will not let go of any opportunity to strike at the Guarjia Prefecture."

"So Sister Wanyu needs to be more careful."

"Especially the Hesheli Mansion, which is the biggest threat."

"Hesheli Jiahui is the prince's cousin, so she has the best chance of winning, and the Hesheli family is very ambitious."

"The Hesheli family has placed all their hopes on Hesheli Jiahui. If there is an opportunity to attack their opponent, the Hesheli family will definitely spare no effort to discredit and suppress them."

"And this Young Master Huang Cheng is from the Hesheli clan. Although they are a branch far away in Shengjing, big families believe in sharing weal and woe."

"So, Sister Wanyu and Brother Shi Liha, it's better to remain cautious and not trust each other too much."

Although I don't know the Crown Prince's purpose in contacting Sister Wanyu, in order to protect Sister Wanyu, it is best to keep them apart!

Due to the other party's identity and private warning.

Although Amur cannot directly point out the identity of the prince, he can still give him a "reminder".

Anyway, there were only four of them in the carriage, and the prince would not know that he was secretly preventing them from meeting and even secretly flattering him.

And what he said was the truth. If the people of the Hesheli family knew that the prince was in private contact with Sister Wanyu, they would definitely spare no effort to suppress the Guwaljia Mansion.

Especially sister Wanyu, she might be in danger.

Shi Liha frowned. The other party was from the Hesheli clan, but he had overlooked this fact.

Before, I only thought that the other party was my sister's savior, and after getting to know him, I felt that he had good character and was a humble gentleman.

So I didn't think of being overly wary of the other party.

Now that Amur has reminded me of this, it does make sense.

Wanyu also frowned slightly. Although Sister Amur's analysis made sense, she privately felt that the other party was not that kind of person.

However, she also understood that next year's election was a major event for the family, and she could not act recklessly.

And she is not an ignorant person who would harm others for her own selfish reasons.

In particular, it may also implicate family members and relatives.

In her previous life, she was an orphan and had never enjoyed the love and protection of her family. She had to rely on her own hard work for everything.

In this life, her family truly loves her, and in order to let her live a comfortable and happy life after marriage, they even gave up using her marriage to arrange marriages for greater benefits.

Even if it is just a return of favor, she should restrain herself.

Besides, I only have some good feelings towards him now, which is nothing compared to the feelings I have for my family and relatives.

Wanyu has always been a very rational person. In her opinion, this kind of good impression can be let go at any time.

Now is a critical period for the family, she cannot fall behind and bring harm to the clan.

Don’t be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of what happens.

You can't know a person's heart by just looking at his face. You can't take any risks.

It's the end of the year now, and not only is the weather cold, but the snow is getting heavier, and the snow on the roads is getting thicker. I'm not going out this year.

After thinking it through, Wanyu said to Shi Liha, "I'll listen to my brother."

"Anyway, my uncle and his family will be back in a few days, and I'll have to spend time with my nephews, nieces, and younger brothers and sisters."

"My sister has decided not to leave the house this year."

"Let's wait until next year."

Shi Liha nodded with satisfaction and touched her forehead.

【My younger sister has grown up and become sensible. 】