The Rise of a General's Daughter-in-Law Doctor

Upon hearing Li Anran's accusation, Li Muxia looked blankly at Cui'er. He remembered Cui'er saying that she had accompanied him to the palace banquet. Now that he no longer possessed the original owner's memories, only Cui'er knew the truth of the matter. He was truly afraid that what Li Anran said was true.

Cui'er was also confused when she heard Li Anran's words. Seeing the look in her young mistress's eyes, she quickly clarified, "Second Miss, are you mistaken? I was with Eldest Miss the whole time at the palace banquet. Eldest Miss did not push you at all!"

Upon hearing Cui'er's words, Li Anran began to recall what had happened that day and fell into deep thought. He then instructed Chunxing to go back and call Qiuju, because Qiuju had accompanied Li Anran to the palace banquet, and Qiuju had also said that she saw Li Muxia's hurried departure.

Li Muxia also wanted to find out the truth, so she took Li Anran's hand and led her to sit down in the pavilion in the courtyard to talk slowly. Li Anran awkwardly sat down in the pavilion with Li Muxia.

Seeing Li Anran's face flushed red, whether from excitement or sunburn, she quickly instructed Hong'er to prepare tea and chilled fruit. It was the height of summer, and cold fruit was incredibly refreshing. She had originally planned to show off her skills by making shaved ice, but the current situation wasn't suitable.

Li Anran looked at Li Muxia, her voice still trembling with tears: "Really, it wasn't you who pushed me? But I clearly saw you at the time! You were wearing the cloak that Grandpa made for us, yours was red and mine was pink. At the time, we were the only two people wearing this style at the banquet, and the person who pushed me into the water was wearing your red cloak. I can't be mistaken."

Li Anran had no memory of what happened, so she could only look to Cui'er standing to the side for help: "Cui'er, tell me about what happened before and after Ranran fell into the water during the palace banquet. Be sure to tell me everything in detail!"

Just then, Qiuju arrived. After bowing, she joined the others who were present at the palace banquet in reminiscing.

Five years ago, a rebellion broke out in the Wuyu tribe in the western part of the Eastern Kingdom. The emperor sent troops to quell the rebellion. At that time, the Third Prince Dongfang Jincheng, who had just returned from his studies, led the troops, and Li Muxia's second uncle, Li Ruicheng, served as the vanguard. They achieved victory in just one month.

When he returned in triumph, the people lined the streets to welcome him, marveling at how the Third Prince had become famous at such a young age and how promising his future was.

The Emperor was overjoyed and bestowed the title of Prince Rui upon the Third Prince, making him the youngest prince in the history of the Eastern Kingdom. He also appointed Li Ruicheng as the Grand General Who Pacifies the Rebellion. A victory banquet was held three days later in the Hall of Supreme Harmony.

As one of the main attractions of this banquet, the General's Mansion invited all the young masters and ladies of the mansion to the palace. At that time, Li Anran was just 8 years old. Normally, parents would not bring such young children to the palace banquet, for fear that they might offend the nobles because of their young age.

As one of the main characters this time, the old general still brought Li Anran along.

On the day of the palace banquet, the sun shone brightly, but the early autumn weather was still a bit chilly. Li Muxia and Li Anran specially wore the cloaks that the old general had made for them half a month ago. The cloaks were made of silk, adorned with hand-embroidered auspicious clouds and cranes, and the hoods were trimmed with pure white fox fur. One was pink, and the other was red; Li Muxia and Li Anran liked them very much.

The ministers who were invited all brought their families to the palace banquet. Basically, any family with children over 10 years old was allowed to attend. However, there were quite a few children at the banquet.

Although both Li Muxia and Li Anran were excited to attend the palace banquet, Li Anran began to feel a bit bored after the awards ceremony ended. After all, she was still young and couldn't sit still. Li Muxia, who was exactly 10 years old that year, seeing Li Anran sitting next to her looking so bored, suggested to the old general that he take Li Anran out for some fresh air.

The old general knew the palace guards were safe today, and since Li Muxia was a reliable person, he felt comfortable letting the two of them go out. However, he still instructed them not to go too far and told Cui'er and Qiuju to take good care of them.

Seeing that their grandfather had agreed, Li Muxia and Li Anran happily went out hand in hand. Feng Jingxin, sitting opposite them, happened to see their retreating figures. Her eyes slowly turned sinister, an expression completely unlike that of an 11-year-old girl.

After leaving the Hall of Supreme Harmony, you arrive at the Imperial Garden. There are very few people in the Imperial Garden, only a patrol of guards and a few eunuchs and palace maids are busy.

Once Li Anran left the Hall of Supreme Harmony, she was like a wild horse, running around the Imperial Garden. She looked here and there, and would ask Li Muxia questions about pretty flowers. She was like a curious child.

Li Muxia accompanied Li Anran as they wandered around. The Imperial Garden was very large, and they walked around for a long time. They were all a little tired, so they went to the nearest pavilion to rest. Li Anran was soon attracted to the goldfish in the pond.

Li Muxia wanted to use the restroom, but Li Anran didn't. His attention was entirely on the goldfish in the pond. These little goldfish were so beautiful; he had never seen them before. Every now and then, he would use a small piece of wood he had picked up from the roadside to poke the surface of the water.

Seeing that Li Anran was completely absorbed in the goldfish, Li Muxia had no choice but to go herself. After making sure Li Anran didn't wander around, and also asked Qiuju to keep a close eye on her, Li Muxia asked a passing palace maid for directions to the outhouse. Fortunately, the outhouse wasn't far away, so Li Muxia hurriedly took Cui'er there.

When Li Muxia reached a rockery, she saw Feng Jingxin lying on the ground, rubbing her knees. Li Anran told Cui'er to quickly help her up. Seeing that Feng Jingxin's clothes were torn in places, she quickly took off her cloak and handed it to Feng Jingxin.

Feng Jingxin was surprised that Li Muxia would kindly help her, since they weren't familiar with each other.

Seeing that she didn't take the cloak, Li Muxia took the initiative to drape it over her shoulders, saying, "Your dress is torn, and my cloak is long enough to cover you up! You can return it to me after the banquet."

Feng Jingxin glanced down at the cloak draped over his shoulders. It was a beautiful cloak; he had noticed it the moment Li Muxia entered the Hall of Supreme Harmony wearing it. He remembered the envious looks the young ladies had given Li Muxia when they saw the cloak. He had even been thinking of having his mother order one for him after the banquet.

Seeing the cloak draped over her shoulders, she suddenly felt less happy and more humiliated. However, she accepted it calmly, looking at Li Muxia with gratitude and saying, "Thank you, Miss Li. My maid has gone to fetch my cloak. I'll wait here and return it to you shortly."

Li Muxia nodded slightly, then said goodbye, "I need to use the restroom now. My sister is waiting for me, so I won't wait with you. You can return it to me next time we meet."

After saying that, he left in a hurry.