The Eldest Daughter Returns with Power

On the top floor of Jin Yu Fang, in the owner's private room, the manager, Li Luochuan, stood respectfully beside Nangong Sheng and asked cautiously, "Master, what brings you here? Is there any special arrangement?"

Nangong Sheng sat at the table, holding a blueprint in his hand. The blueprint was a design for a complete set of jewelry. He looked at Li Luochuan with a solemn expression and said, "Manager Li, go and call over the best craftsmen in the shop and have them make me a special set of jewelry."

Li Luochuan quickly agreed and hurriedly went to call the craftsmen. Before long, several highly skilled craftsmen arrived at the private room. They were all the top artisans in Jin Yu Fang, with extremely high expertise in various jewelry and ornaments.

Nangong Sheng handed them the blueprints and said solemnly, "Take a look at these blueprints. Can you make this set of jewelry within five days? This set of jewelry must be made with utmost care, without the slightest mistake. No matter how precious the materials are, the best of the best must be used."

Several craftsmen took the blueprints and studied them carefully. One of the older craftsmen frowned and said with some worry, "Master, the design on these blueprints is very complex, and the time is tight. I'm afraid it will be difficult to complete."

Another younger craftsman chimed in, "Yes, boss, we need more time to refine every detail to ensure the quality and perfection of the jewelry."

Nangong Sheng nodded slightly, a satisfied smile on his face: "Alright, then hurry up and see if you can finish it in five days, especially make sure the hollow part of the hairpin is done well." His voice was steady and powerful, full of expectation and trust.

The group responded in unison, then took their orders and left to begin preparing for the creation of the jewelry. They busily moved between workshops, selecting the finest materials and meticulously designing every detail, striving to craft this set of jewelry into a peerless masterpiece.

Nangong Sheng remained seated quietly at his desk, his gaze deep and thoughtful.

Two days passed, and the jewelry-making process was progressing smoothly. Li Luochuan kept a close eye on the progress and reported the situation to Nangong Sheng. Nangong Sheng listened attentively, occasionally nodding slightly in approval. He secretly rejoiced that he had chosen these highly skilled craftsmen, believing they would surely create a stunning piece.

On the fourth day, several craftsmen arrived at the private room with the partially completed pieces of jewelry. They carefully carried the trays, their expressions a mixture of nervousness and excitement. "Master, please take a look. Does it meet your requirements?" the head craftsman said respectfully, his eyes full of anticipation.

Nangong Sheng took the tray and carefully examined the exquisite jewelry. He gently stroked the delicate textures, feeling their unique feel. However, his brow furrowed slightly, as if he had noticed some shortcomings. He slowly put down the tray, looked up, and pointed out several areas that needed improvement in a serious tone.

The craftsmen dared not slacken in the slightest. They humbly accepted Nangong Sheng's suggestions, nodding in agreement repeatedly. They knew their employer had a discerning eye and extremely high standards for quality. So, they hurriedly returned to the workshop and threw themselves into the final refinement work.

Time ticked by, and finally, on the evening of the fifth day, the entire set of jewelry was perfectly completed. When the last gemstone was set, the entire room was illuminated by a dazzling light. The craftsmen were overjoyed.

The craftsmen presented the jewelry to Nangong Sheng. The piece shimmered brilliantly in the candlelight, every detail exquisitely crafted. Nangong Sheng smiled with satisfaction, "Thank you all for your hard work." However, the true purpose of this meticulously crafted jewelry remained a mystery. Nangong Sheng carefully put the jewelry away and left the gold and jade workshop.

After leaving Jin Yu Fang, Nangong Sheng went straight back to the Su residence. He placed the exquisite jewelry set into a delicate wooden box and locked it in a drawer in his study. As night deepened, Nangong Sheng was wide awake, so he went to find his senior brother, Yuwen Mo, in his room. The two of them discussed it and decided to take the jewelry set with them to the General's Mansion to find their junior sister.

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The night was deep and all was quiet. The Rose Pavilion in the General's Mansion was utterly still.

Nangong Sheng and Yuwen Mo concealed themselves and silently arrived at the door of the Rose Pavilion. They gently knocked on the door, making a crisp sound. The door slowly opened, revealing Tang Qiu's face. "It's the two young masters!" she said softly, then turned to the room and whispered, "Miss, the two young masters have arrived." She then stepped aside and invited them into the room. "Ying Qi, you stay here and watch the courtyard, don't let anyone have a chance," Tang Qiu instructed, then left Ying Qi outside.

Entering the room, one sees Su Yunruo leaning lazily against the chaise longue. "Senior Brother, Second Brother, what brings you here at this hour?" She smiles slightly, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes.

“Junior Sister, the things you asked your Second Senior Brother for have been prepared, so we came over. Besides, you've been back at the General's Mansion for a while now, and your Second Senior Brother and I were a little worried about you, so we took this opportunity to come and see you,” Yuwen Mo explained, carefully examining Su Yunruo and glancing around her room. He felt slightly relieved; at least for now, it seemed his junior sister hadn't suffered any mistreatment in this household.

Su Yunruo sat up, her eyes filled with curiosity: "Second Senior Brother, let me take a look." Nangong Sheng took out the exquisite wooden box from his pocket and handed it to Su Yunruo.

Su Yunruo carefully took the wooden box, gently stroking its surface with her fingers, and then slowly opened the lid. In an instant, a dazzling light shimmered inside the box, prompting her to exclaim in amazement, "How beautiful!"

Seeing her delighted expression, Yuwen Mo smiled slightly and said softly, "As long as Junior Sister is happy, that's all that matters. Your Second Senior Brother put a lot of thought into this." His voice was full of affection.

Su Yunruo turned to look at Nangong Sheng beside her, her eyes filled with gratitude, and said softly, "Thank you, Second Senior Brother."

Nangong Sheng smiled and shook his head, saying softly, "Why are you being so polite with your senior brother?"

Su Yunruo gently placed the jewelry back into the wooden box, carefully closed the lid, and exclaimed, "Second Senior Brother, I never expected it to be so exquisite, it's truly amazing!" Her eyes revealed her admiration and appreciation for Nangong Sheng's craftsmanship.

Nangong Sheng nodded slightly, a hint of pride flashing in his eyes, and explained, "The mechanism you wanted is hidden in the hairpin. You can take a look."

Curious, Su Yunruo picked up the hairpin from the box and examined it closely. She noticed that the magnolia flower on the hairpin's tip seemed to be positioned differently from the handle, as if there was some kind of connection between them. She tried gently twisting the magnolia flower with her hand, and sure enough, the magnolia flower could rotate freely.

She continued to twist the magnolia flower, and with each twist greater than the last, she finally managed to twist the entire flower off. When she saw the hollow core inside, she finally smiled with satisfaction.

"Thank you, Second Senior Brother, this design is brilliant." Su Yunruo stroked the hairpin with delight, her eyes filled with joy.

"Junior Sister, judging from your expression, you must have already made some plans?" Nangong Sheng looked at her curiously and asked with a smile.

Su Yunruo smiled mysteriously and winked mischievously, "I'll keep you in suspense for now, it'll be a secret!"

Nangong Sheng and Yuwen Mo exchanged a glance, smiled helplessly, and then shook their heads, indicating that they had no way to deal with this quirky junior sister.

"Junior Sister, you must be careful and not put yourself in danger," Yuwen Mo said with a worried expression.

Su Yunruo patted her chest and confidently assured him, "Senior Brother, don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

Just then, a slight noise came from outside. Ying Qi whispered from outside the door, "Young Master, Miss, it seems someone is approaching."

Nangong Sheng's expression hardened, and he and Yuwen Mo walked to the window to look. Through the crack in the window, they saw several dark figures flash across the courtyard, their movements swift and stealthy.

"It seems there's not much peace in the General's Mansion either," Yuwen Mo said with a frown and a serious tone.

Su Yunruo snorted coldly, a disdainful expression on her face. "Probably those few troublemakers." She secretly guessed that these people were likely the same ones who had targeted her before.

Nangong Sheng turned around with a serious expression, looking at Su Yunruo with deep and firm eyes. He solemnly said, "Junior Sister, you must be extra careful in the General's Mansion. No matter what happens, you must send us information in time, understand?" His voice was deep and powerful, as if it carried an irresistible force.

Su Yunruo nodded slightly, indicating her understanding, and replied, "Second Senior Brother, I understand. You can go back now." Her eyes were clear and bright, revealing her trust and reliance on her two senior brothers.

Nangong Sheng and Yuwen Mo exchanged a glance and nodded to each other. After giving a few more instructions on important matters, they quietly left under the cover of night. Their figures gradually disappeared into the darkness.

Su Yunruo stood quietly, gazing in the direction they had left, her eyes sparkling with contemplation.

The night breeze gently brushed against her hair, bringing a touch of coolness.

Su Yunruo took a deep breath, turned around and returned to the table, her fingers lightly tapping the surface as she pondered what had just happened.