After being expelled from the mansion, I changed the dynasty by writing novels.

Ling Luo missed the time to buy books because he was confined to his home, but he was finally released from confinement.

Her mother, however, wouldn't let her leave the manor. It seemed she had somehow learned that her purpose in leaving the manor was to attend this book appreciation banquet, and naturally refused to let her come.

Nevertheless, Wei Ruochun still stood up for her.

Ling Luo couldn't come, and the sisters had no other choice. Seeing that the time had come, they began today's banquet.

Because Wei Ruochun organized this book appreciation banquet, she sat in the main seat and spoke first, "This book appreciation banquet will last for three days, solely for discussing books and periodicals. Everyone is welcome to speak freely and nothing else. Fruits, vegetables, and pastries will be provided at the banquet, more than enough for everyone to enjoy."

As soon as Wei Ruochun finished speaking, everyone bowed in response.

The banquet was well-organized, with several people sitting in groups, arranged in a row.

At first glance, the various exquisite clothes are dazzling and eye-catching, like a cluster of flowers, making it impossible to take it all in.

Everyone took their books and turned the pages; in the quiet pavilion, only the sound of turning pages could be heard.

"I didn't expect that these little stories would be even more interesting than the last one."

A few young ladies were whispering among themselves in a corner.

"Hey, look! There's a call for manuscripts on the title page!"

"Didn't you know? There was one before, but the banner was small. This time they gave us a whole page."

"After reading so many books, I think I should also try writing a few short stories and submitting them to bookstores. I don't care about the money. If they are selected, my stories will be seen by many people. Just thinking about it makes me feel very accomplished."

"Sure, you can give it a try. Unlike me, I can read books, but writing stories would kill me. I can't force a single word out!"

Another young lady suddenly chimed in, “Please don’t! We’ve been keeping this book hidden, afraid to let our elders know about it. If we write stories about it and publish it, we’ll be caught and punished.”

Among these women were both legitimate daughters and illegitimate daughters. High-ranking families have always been strict in their discipline, and they dared not rebel.

The discussion among the women in the corner went unheard by the others, as everyone was engrossed in reading.

On the first and second days, everyone was reading these short stories.

Although it was a short story, the discussion was still very heated. Some of the noble ladies almost got into a fight because of their different opinions. Fortunately, Wei Ruochun's status helped to keep them from fighting.

On the morning of the third day, the rain stopped and the sky cleared. The entire garden was filled with the sounds of insects and birds. The paths in the forest were still damp, and a few raindrops hung from the green treetops, but they still couldn't stop everyone's worries.

Listening to the gentle sound of rain is also a pleasant feeling.

After everyone was seated, they began reading the serialized novel "The Overbearing Prince Falls in Love with His Little Maid".

"The serialized novel I've been looking forward to for days is finally going to be published!" Bai Zunxing on the other side rubbed his hands together, his eyes filled with excitement.

If we're talking about the most popular storybook right now, it has to be "The Overbearing Prince Falls in Love with His Little Maid".

The third episode, building upon the story of the second episode, became even more heart-wrenching.

Since Princess Qingdai fell into the water, rumors have circulated in the Prince's mansion that Wushuang was jealous of the princess and pushed her into the water. Only Princess Qingdai was kind and forgiving, and did not pursue the matter.

In an instant, everyone's gaze towards Wu Shuang changed.

Wu Shuang stopped wanting to leave her room. Before, she slept in the prince's bedchamber, but after that incident, she moved back to her original residence and slept in the same room with the other maids.

She dared not face Princess Qingdai and Gu Xuanye, but Princess Qingdai seemed to be doing it on purpose, arranging for her to serve by her side.

With Princess Qingdai's repeated probing and scheming, the gap between Wushuang and Gu Xuanye widened.

It can only be said that Princess Qingdai was too good at pretending to be weak, but Gu Xuanye never believed her.

After experiencing some more events, Wu Shuang sadly discovered that the prince may have always regarded her as a substitute, a substitute for Princess Qingdai.

Having read this far, the book has certainly earned enough tears; everyone's hearts were aching, and tears flowed uncontrollably.

After finally calming down, the women present almost slammed their fists on the table and their heated discussion nearly turned the pavilion upside down.

"Heavens! Princess Qingdai is truly cunning! She's playing the victim to gain the prince's sympathy again. Now the prince completely distrusts Wushuang. What will their final fate be?" A noble lady said nervously, biting her handkerchief, her eyes red.

"Exactly, exactly! It's understandable that she gave up on the prince to pursue her own freedom, but now she's using the prince's love for her to hurt other women. She even ruthlessly dealt with the maid who glanced at the prince a few times. This behavior is simply unacceptable."

On the other side, the noble lady couldn't help but exclaim, "Mr. Wuming's choice of words is truly sharp and precise! What is this called? This is called a white lotus! It's a perfect description, no wonder he's Mr. Wuming!"

From then on, Wuming gained another little fangirl.

"Well, I don't think they'll end up together. Even if they do, as a lowly maid, she won't even be able to become a concubine. Besides, if the princess marries into the manor, and Princess Qingdai is so jealous, Wushuang's life will probably be difficult."

"Your Highness, I misjudged you. I thought you would love Wushuang wholeheartedly, but I never expected you to treat Wushuang as a substitute! Although Wushuang is a servant, you cannot trample on her feelings!"

The sounds of sobbing rose and fell, ruining the makeup of these pampered young ladies.

Everyone felt that things had developed to this point and there was no turning back.

Moreover, Wu Shuang unintentionally had a relationship with the prince, but the prince was drunk that day and did not remember having a relationship with Wu Shuang.

Before sunrise the next day, Wu Shuang picked up the clothes scattered on the ground and secretly left without telling Gu Xuan Ye what had happened that day.

Princess Qingdai, however, seemed to have noticed something.

After that incident, they bullied her even more severely.

"It's so painful to watch! This Princess Qingdai is a vicious woman! When will the Prince discover her true colors!" Bai Zunxing, like everyone else, couldn't help but curse Princess Qingdai.

But the plot took an unexpected turn.

Princess Qingdai had become so ill that she could no longer tolerate Wushuang and was secretly plotting to make her disappear.

A sudden fire broke out, and all the maids who lived with Wushuang escaped. Only Wushuang, who was sick and delirious from the fever, was too weak to escape the fire.

When Gu Xuan Ye rushed back to the mansion, he was initially taken aback to learn that the servants' quarters were on fire and a maid was still trapped inside.

After the steward mentioned the maid's name, he seemed to have been struck on the head.

His previously emotionless eyes instantly changed, and he asked again, stunned, "What did you say?"

He was somewhat dazed, and seemed to lose all awareness of his surroundings.