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Murong Lian looked at Jiang Lingyun with a puzzled expression, "What opportunity?"

“This time your shop was taken back by Murong Xuewei, but given how much Madam Murong likes you, she will definitely give you something else as compensation. We can take this opportunity to ask Madam Murong for something else.”

"Other things? Besides shops, the most valuable thing in the Murong family is gold and silver jewelry, but those things can't generate money." Murong Lian clearly didn't approve of Jiang Lingyun's suggestion.

Jiang Lingyun glanced at Murong Lian, "Who said the Murong family only has gold and silver jewelry? I heard before that the Murong family has a jade pendant with clues to a treasure map from the previous dynasty. If you were to get that thing, the money inside would be more than you could spend in several lifetimes."

"A treasure map? Why have I never heard of it in all this time in the Murong family?" Murong Lian asked, puzzled.

Seeing that Murong Lian knew nothing about the jade pendant, Jiang Lingyun was secretly pleased and continued to deceive her, saying, "I also overheard a high-ranking official mentioning that this jade pendant is a closely guarded secret of the Murong family."

Murong Lian was still somewhat skeptical. "Is this news reliable?"

Jiang Lingyun assured her confidently, "Lian'er, don't worry, this news is absolutely true."

Jiang Lingyun looked around to make sure no one could hear, then leaned close to Murong Lian's ear and whispered mysteriously, "This jade pendant has always been kept by Madam Murong; it's usually hidden in a secret compartment of her dressing table."

Murong Lian was skeptical: "Since it's hidden so well, what should I do?"

Jiang Lingyun coaxed, "Aren't you Madam Murong's favorite? While your shop is being taken back, act cute and charming, and say you want to see her jewelry. Then, when Madam Murong isn't looking, you can secretly check if the jade pendant is still in the jewelry box."

"But I've never seen what a jade pendant looks like, and even if I did, I might not recognize it," Murong Lian said, expressing her own worry.

"I heard that the jade pendant is different from other jades, which are green. That jade pendant is ice blue. You will definitely recognize it once you see it."

Murong Lian's eyes lit up: "Okay, I'll go find my mother right now and get some information."

As Jiang Lingyun watched Murong Lian's departing figure, a sinister smile curled at the corner of his lips.

Meanwhile, Murong Xuewei secretly sent people to follow them, and they soon discovered that the two were inquiring about the jade pendant.

Murong Xuewei sneered, "Heh, still thinking about the Spiritual Rhinoceros Pendant? Since you want it so much, I'll give you one."

She immediately summoned Liuli and whispered, "The weather seems to be getting hotter these past few days. Ask her if she wants to go to the mountain villa outside the city with my father to cool off tomorrow."

Liuli accepted the order and left. Murong Xuewei then summoned another guard: "Find a skilled craftsman and have him make a replica of this jade pendant exactly. I'll pay extra to have it made overnight. Once it's finished, put the fake one in my mother's dressing table and box."

A sly glint flashed in Murong Xuewei's eyes: "Jiang Lingyun, Murong Lian, since you both want the jade pendant so much, then I'll grant your wish. Let's see who the ultimate winner is."

The next morning, Murong Lian and Jiang Lingyun came to pay their respects to Madam Murong. The reason why Murong Lian and Jiang Lingyun came so early was that they were afraid of running into Murong Xuewei again.

At this moment, Madam Murong had just gotten up, and Murong Lian carefully helped Madam Murong wash up.

After washing up, Murong Lian and Jiang Lingyun accompanied Madam Murong for breakfast.

During breakfast, Murong Lian tried several times to bring up the matter of seeing the jade pendant with Madam Murong, but Jiang Lingyun stopped her each time.

Finally, after Madam Murong finished her meal, Murong Lian stood behind Madam Mu'er, massaging her shoulders. "Mother! Lingyun and I will be getting married soon. I wonder if you have prepared a dowry for me?"

Madam Murong smiled and said, "Don't worry, I've already prepared everything for you. How about that peach blossom village outside the city as your dowry?"

Murong Lian's heart sank, but she forced a smile, saying, "That's wonderful, Madam! However... that estate is so far from the city, I'm afraid I won't be able to come back to see you often after I get married."

Madam Murong disagreed: "Silly girl, although the estate is a bit remote, it's quiet, which is perfect for Young Master Jiang's studies. Besides, the tenants on the estate were all handpicked by me, so you won't have to worry too much after you take over."

Jiang Lingyun quickly said, "Madam, you don't need to worry about me. As far as I'm concerned, I can study anywhere if I want to study hard."

Murong Lian still didn't want to, "But Mother's estate is so far away, Lian'er wants to stay by your side."

Madam Murong affectionately patted Murong Lian's head, "There are so many houses in the mansion, don't worry about yourself. After you get married, I will reserve your courtyard for you, so you can come back to live here whenever you want, and stay for as long as you like."

Seeing that Madam Murong had already said so, Murong Lian could no longer refuse and turned her gaze back to the makeup box on the dressing table.

Murong Lian, quick-witted, darted her eyes and said, "Mother, since I'm going to such a faraway estate, could you give me a hairpin? I can take it out and look at it when I miss you."

Madam Murong readily agreed, "Take it if you like it, go find it yourself."

Murong Lian was overjoyed. She went to the dressing table, picked up the makeup box, and was about to start searching when Murong Xuewei suddenly pushed the door open and entered.

"Mother, I have obtained another pot of fine tea today and brought it to you specially." Murong Xuewei smiled gently, but her gaze seemed to sweep over Murong Lian.

Murong Lian guiltily withdrew her hand, gritting her teeth inwardly: "Damn Murong Xuewei, why is she here at this time!"

Murong Xuewei placed the pastries on the table, pretending not to have noticed Murong Lian's little trick, and said with a smile to Madam Murong, "Mother, I heard from afar that you were going to give Peach Blossom Manor to Sister Lian as part of her dowry?"

Madam Murong nodded, "Yes! Lian'er is about to get married, and that quiet place suits her well."

Murong Xuewei looked at Murong Lian, a mysterious smile playing on her lips. "That place is indeed secluded and quiet, and it is indeed suitable for Sister Lian and Young Master Jiang."

Madam Murong smiled: "Is that so? It seems I'm not the only one who thinks this way."

Murong Xuewei continued, "Yes, the estate yields a considerable harvest every year, and I was originally going to suggest you keep it for your retirement. But since you're giving it to Sister Lian, then forget it."

Murong Lian stamped her feet in exasperation, thinking, "This Murong Xuewei is doing this on purpose, deliberately trying to oppose me! How can I possibly take the hairpin now!"

Seeing Murong Lian's frustrated expression, Murong Xuewei chuckled inwardly, "Murong Lian, you've certainly got a clever plan. But this is just the beginning."

"But Mother, I remember you have several hairpins that are quite nice and would suit Sister Lian well."