Only after being reborn did I realize that I was the white moonlight of a powerful minister.

However, as Zhu entered the main hall and was about to pay her respects, Princess Longyu introduced Ye Wanning to several of the imperial grandsons, and no one noticed her.

"Wanning greets the Crown Prince." Princess Longyu took Ye Wanning's hand.

Li Jun stared at Ye Wanning, unable to look away. "I've seen you before. I felt it was a pity you weren't chosen during the imperial concubine selection. Seeing you today, you are indeed a beauty of unparalleled grace. I'm really curious, with such a face, how could you have been rejected?"

This question reflects the thoughts of many people.

However, everyone else gave Princess Longyu face and wouldn't embarrass Ye Wanning. The Crown Prince's eyes were sincere, not like he was doing it on purpose, but rather out of genuine curiosity.

"Grandson, don't laugh at Wan Ning. She has her reasons for not being selected." Princess Longyu changed the subject and introduced Ye Wan Ning to the other grandsons of the emperor.

Ye Wanning's heart skipped a beat. Her older brother had once said that the Crown Prince was a person with many worries, but the Imperial Grandson was the complete opposite. He was one of the few in the royal family who was simple-minded.

After meeting the other imperial grandsons, Princess Longyu then took Ye Wanning to meet several monarchs.

Princess Ning'an, the Crown Prince's younger sister, warmly pulled Ye Wanning along, saying, "Sister, don't blame my brother for being so outspoken; he's a straightforward person."

She took the initiative to call Ye Wanning "elder sister," giving Ye Wanning plenty of face.

Princess Xihe, standing nearby, liked to tease her, "The Crown Prince is indeed straightforward, but with Sister Ning'an here, she can always smooth things over for him. Sister Wanning, come play with me, I know the most interesting places in Aunt's residence."

As she spoke, Princess Xihe took Ye Wanning's hand. She and Ning An did not get along, and seeing Ning An being close to Ye Wanning, she wanted to compete with Ning An for her.

The two sisters were only one month apart in age and had been compared since they were little. However, Princess Ning'an always had the upper hand over Princess Xihe, which led Princess Xihe to always compete with Princess Ning'an for everything.

Including Ye Wanning now.

Princess Xihe didn't ask Ye Wanning if she wanted to come along. She simply greeted Princess Longyu and pulled Ye Wanning outside.

Once they reached a high point in the garden, Princess Xihe smiled and showed Ye Wanning the view, "The view here is expansive, and there aren't so many annoying people around. Wanning, do you like it here? Oh, I forgot, if you want to live here in the future, you can come anytime."

Princess Xihe had a round face, but her skin was fair, and her eyes curved when she smiled, making her very charming.

Ye Wanning said she liked it, "Does the princess often come to my godmother's place?"

“I don’t come often. My mother says my aunt is improper and forbids me from coming. But I like listening to my aunt talk, so I always sneak over.” Princess Xihe looked Ye Wanning up and down. “I’ve heard of you before, that you are both talented and beautiful, but it’s a pity you have to marry down. When I learned that my aunt wanted to adopt you as her goddaughter, I was quite surprised. I thought that someone as free-spirited as my aunt wouldn’t like a well-behaved young lady like you. But seeing you today, I understand a little better.”

Ye Wanning chuckled awkwardly, "Why?"

She had never been in contact with these imperial grandsons and princesses before, and now that Princess Xihe had suddenly brought them up, Princess Longyu didn't object. She was thinking about how to deal with it.

“Because you are so beautiful, even I, a woman, can’t help but stare at you. Didn’t you notice just now that all my royal brothers were staring at you?” Princess Xihe gave a disgusted look. “That’s why I deliberately dragged you out. They are all very fickle, so don’t be fooled by them.”

Ye Wanning thought this princess was really cute, that she would talk to her about these things.

Leaving the main hall was indeed a good idea, but she also had concerns. "It's getting late, shall we go back?"

"No rush. Your aunt hasn't sent anyone to look for you. Why are you in such a hurry to go back?" Princess Xihe sat down cross-legged, quite casually. "You and Ning An are quite alike, both of you are so poised. But you are prettier than Ning An, I like you more."

"Who are you saying is holding it?"

Princess Ning'an suddenly appeared from behind and pinched Princess Xihe's cheek before she could react. "Look at you like this. If someone sees you, they'll say you're ill-mannered."

"Fine, I'll say it. Do you think I'm afraid of people talking? Stop pinching my cheeks, or I'll get angry!" Princess Xihe rubbed her face. She had a naturally round face, and her brothers praised her for being cute, but she didn't need to be cute.

Ning An withdrew her hand. "Who told you to talk bad about me behind my back?"

"Tch." Princess Xihe patted her skirt, showing no fear.

Seeing the two princesses bickering, Ye Wanning chuckled softly, "The two princesses have such a good relationship."

Princess Xihe immediately retorted, "What nonsense are you talking about? I don't consider her a good sister. There's no one else here, so why say such false things?"

"Yes, yes, we are not good. Who told me to be better than you in every way?" Princess Ning'an was afraid that Princess Xihe would pester Ye Wanning, so she came over to call for people. "Sister Wanning, let's go over. Aunt invited so many people to come and see you."

Ye Wanning agreed, saying that it was indeed disrespectful for her not to be there.

Princess Xihe pouted, "You're so sensible and know how to behave. My father said that you and the Crown Prince should be switched, because your mindset is more suitable for the Crown Prince."

“Xihe.” Princess Ning’an turned around and stopped, her smile fading. “You can say these things to me, but don’t say them to anyone else.”

Princess Ning'an suddenly lowered her expression, and Princess Xihe pouted, "Fine, I won't say it then. You think you're so great?" She stormed off without looking back.

"Oh dear, how can we not worry about her like this?" Princess Ning'an looked at Ye Wanning again with a warm smile. "Sister, don't mind her. Xihe has always been like this since she was little, without much guile. Actually, her personality is rare in the palace, and her brothers all love to tease her."

Ye Wanning confirmed it. Just then, Fengchun came and said that His Highness wanted to see her, and took Ye Wanning to a pavilion.

But Ye Wanning didn't see Princess Longyu; instead, she saw Xie Bohuai standing behind the window with his hands behind his back.

"Your Highness?" Xie Bohuai turned around, thinking it was Princess Longyu returning, but he saw Ye Wanning instead.

Ye Wanning saw surprise in Xie Bohuai's eyes. What was going on?

"It seems we are too late. His Highness has already returned. Please wait here for a while, Miss. I will go and ask what happened." Feng Chun's expression remained unchanged, revealing nothing.

Upon seeing Xie Bohuai again, Ye Wanning couldn't help but think of Xie Bohuai's visit to Xiaowan Pavilion. She avoided his gaze and was about to wait at the door when she heard Xie Bohuai speak.

"Miss Ye is quite bold, daring to go anywhere," Xie Bohuai said coldly.

He had just met Princess Longyu, who immediately asked him what he had found out.

"Did you find out that my child is still alive, or that I killed Zhaoyun, or do you know that I framed you?"

"Xie Bohuai, you are too smart and too annoying. I don't want to fight with you anymore."

"Don't look at me like that. You're very good at hiding your thoughts, and it took me a long time to figure them out. Actually, it's a good thing that I've adopted Ye Wanning as my goddaughter. If others knew what you were thinking, do you think Ye Wanning could protect herself?"