After the mind-reading and gossip-eating incident, officials in the imperial city were demoted one a

"Princess, although you and Ye Yuanru saved each other's lives, Xiyao and she also have their own grudges. This is their business, and it's not your place to interfere!"

Xin Chuli couldn't stand Mu Ningyan bullying others by taking advantage of her power, so she stepped forward and spoke out righteously.

"That's right, Princess, you can't say she's a good person just because she saved your life, can you?"

Liu Langyue pouted, and Ye Yaoyao glanced at Ye Yuanru.

"If you weren't a princess, do you think she would even give you a second glance?"

Upon hearing this, Mu Ningyan's face flushed red with anger, and she pointed at the group, saying:

"Don't make false accusations. Do you think I'm such a person who can't distinguish right from wrong?"

Xin Chuli replied, "I've seen a lot of people. Xiyao is gentle and quiet, and of noble character. She would never speak nonsense."

"Xin Chuli, how long have you been in the capital? You've already been bewitched by the Ye sisters."

“I have my own understanding, Princess. You should repay your debt of gratitude, and you should not interfere in other people’s grievances.”

Ye Yuanru gently tugged at Mu Ningyan's sleeve.

“Princess, please don’t argue with them because of me. I come from a poor background, and people misunderstand me like this. I must have done something wrong.”

It's inevitable to be sad, but time will tell, and I will strive to become a better person in the future.

Ye Yuanru's eyes were red, tears welling up in them, but she managed a strong smile on her face, looking so strong that it was heartbreaking.

"She's so good at pretending; it's as if we're the ones who bullied her." Ye Yaoyao pouted.

"That girl looks unfamiliar. Which family's daughter is she?"

"Young Master, I heard that she was brought in by Princess Chang Le. She is a commoner named Ye Yuanru."

The man looked at Ye Yuanru with interest. "She's quite an interesting woman."

The maid knew that the eldest young master preferred this type of girl, so it seemed that the Chen family was about to have another concubine.

"It's so lively here, what fun activities are they doing?"

A clear voice rang out; it belonged to Chen Feiyi, the host of the event.

"Cousin Feiyi, it's my friend Yuanru who was bullied by the Ye sisters."

Chen Feiyi's lips curled up, and he spoke with a hint of mockery:

"That's really rare. Yan'er has high standards to make you consider her a friend. I'd like to meet her. Which young lady is she?"

Ye Yuanru curtsied and greeted him, saying, "Young Master Chen, I am Ye Yuanru."

Chen Feiyi looked her up and down and smiled:

"Yes, she is a gentle and delicate girl."

“Yes! Cousin Feiyi, Yuanru saved my life. I brought her here today, but some people insist that she is trying to curry favor with the powerful.”

Mu Ningyan glared indignantly at Ye Yaoyao and her group.

"I just overheard Miss Yuanru saying that time will tell, and there's plenty of time ahead. Those who don't understand you will eventually understand."

Chen Feiyi spoke slowly and meaningfully, making Ye Yuanru blush with embarrassment.

"Thank you, Young Master Chen, for your kind advice to this young lady."

[Chen Feiyi's expression towards Ye Yuanru seemed to hold a deeper meaning! System, investigate this person.]

[Host, we've arrived.]

Chen Feiyi is the eldest son of the emperor's maternal uncle, a charming and amorous man, and the only legitimate son of the emperor's maternal uncle's wife.

The Chen family had a large number of illegitimate sons who were suppressed by the mother and son, and they were the crown prince's confidants.

He's quite shrewd; has he taken a liking to Ye Yuanru? Sigh! The emperor's brother-in-law is a womanizer, and so is his son.

"Gentlemen, since you've come to the villa today, just have fun. If you need anything, just let the servants know."

There are fun things to do to the east too, so please have a great time!

"Thank you, Young Master Chen." Everyone bowed and expressed their gratitude.

Young Master Chen looked at the Ye sisters and smiled gently:

"Both Miss Ye are outstanding in every way and are the center of attention wherever they go. Yan'er is a bit childish, so please don't get angry with her."

“Cousin Feiyi…”

Mu Ningyan pouted and complained, but Chen Feiyi patiently explained to her:

"Yan'er, you call me cousin, could you please do my best to be a good host and not make the guests lose face?"

"All right!"

"Everyone, I'm going to the front now. Please have fun and forgive any shortcomings in our hospitality."

"Mr. Chen, you're welcome."

"Young Master Chen is still as gentle and refined as ever."

Before leaving, Chen Feiyi glanced at Ye Yaoyao, nodded politely, and departed.

[System, Chen Feiyi gave me a few probing looks. Can you tell what he's thinking?]

The siblings felt that attending the banquet wouldn't be peaceful.

[Host, he's just curious about you. After the palace banquet, you became famous, and many people are now interested in you.]

Oh! I thought I could figure out something else.

"Little sister, let's go find our eldest and second eldest brothers."

Ye Xiyao pulled Ye Yaoyao's hand to leave, but Mu Ningyan stopped them and gave her a haughty look.

"Wait! Ye Yaoyao, this princess also wants you to compose a poem."

Mu Ningyan thought that Ye Yaoyao could sleep in class, so her writing skills must be terrible. She could also see her make a fool of herself, so she didn't want to miss this opportunity.

"Princess, you should know my literary talent to some extent. Are you sure you want me to compose a poem?"

Ye Yaoyao raised an eyebrow, looking at her with a half-smile.

Ye Xiyao and the others: [Is Yaoyao playing hard to get?]

Seeing her smile, Mu Ningyan remembered that she had the same expression at the palace banquet, and pretended to be calm.

"When people come out to have fun, what does it matter how good or bad their poems are?"

"Miss Ye, the song you sang, 'The Pig Song,' was beautiful and I really liked it. I can sing it at home, but I'm tone-deaf."

Could you write a poem? I'm sure your poem will be just as special as your song.

A young lady asked Ye Yaoyao with an expectant smile on her face.

"Yes! Yes! Miss Ye, please compose a poem!" Everyone nodded and chimed in with their own opinions.

"I'd better not. I'm not good at writing, and I can't write good poems. I don't want to make a fool of myself!"

Ye Yaoyao looked serious and waved her hands repeatedly.

Mu Ningyan, however, refused to give up.

"The more modest you are, the more we feel that you have hidden talents. If you don't compose a poem today, you will spoil everyone's fun."

"Since the princess says so, then I will look at the scenery around me and compose a poem for you. I hope you will like it."

Ye Yaoyao walked around the area.

"Is it okay for Yaoyao?" Xin Chuli asked, pulling Ye Xiyao along.

"That should work!"

"I've got it, Princess, listen carefully."

A needle forged through countless trials, its movements undulating on the cloth.

"They have eyes on their backsides; they only recognize clothes, not people."

"Pfft!"

"Hahaha……"

Everyone laughed, but Mu Ningyan's face darkened again, and Ye Yaoyao started cursing her in different ways.

"Ye Yaoyao, how dare you insult the princess!" Qiao Biluo jumped out, pointing at her angrily.

"No way! Is my poem wrong?"

“Sister Yaoyao’s poem about needles is a very apt description.”

When Wei Shaohan and his sister came here to speak on her behalf, Liu Langyue followed up with:

"Princess, everyone knows that my cousin is not good at writing."

"Yes! Writing poetry is just for fun, and everyone laughed."

Mu Ningyan had said it herself beforehand, so it wouldn't be good for her to deny it now.

"Why don't you two go out and have some fun? What are you doing doing needlework here?"

Having been tricked again, Mu Ningyan was furious and yelled at the two noble ladies who were doing embroidery with her.

The two men, each holding a needle, looked aggrieved after being yelled at, their eyes instantly welling up with tears.