The cousin is beautiful but ruthless.

Shen Hanyu could no longer hear what they were saying, her eyelids closed heavily, and her body leaned back.

Fortunately, Miao Cui helped her, and everyone quickly put Shen Hanyu on the bed. The royal physician also rushed over.

The high fever wasn't caused by an infected wound; it was just from being exposed to wind and being startled.

"I will prescribe a medicine for you to take after each meal, and continue for three days."

The physician picked up his pen and wrote the prescription, then handed it to Liang Fangrong, who instructed Jian Xia to get the medicine according to the prescription.

Looking at Shen Hanyu sleeping on the bed, Liang Fangrong's heart softened again.

It was as if only Shen Hanyu in this state was exactly the same as the child in her memory.

Shen Hanyu felt her body was very heavy. She struggled to open her eyes and saw that everything around her was white and shrouded in mist.

She dragged her feet forward, trying to speak, but couldn't utter a single syllable.

It's so quiet, just like the backyard back then.

“Miaoyi”.

A familiar voice sounded behind her, and Shen Hanyu immediately quickened her pace. It was her father's voice.

Through the layers of mist, Shen Hanyu saw Shen Yanzhi, who smiled kindly and waved to her.

The person was right in front of her, but Shen Hanyu hesitated to go over. Shen Yanzhi's figure was unsteady, as if he would disappear at any moment.

Seeing that Shen Hanyu was not moving, Shen Yanzhi slowly moved over.

"Miaoyi." A broad, kind hand rested on Shen Hanyu's head. "Good child, live well."

The warmth emanating from her palm felt as if Shen Yanzhi were still alive. Shen Hanyu stood there with her head down, silently shedding tears.

"You can live for yourself."

As Shen Yanzhi spoke, he began to disappear. Shen Hanyu reached out to grab him, but only grasped at thin air.

Shen Hanyu suddenly opened her eyes. Her hands were outstretched and not yet retracted. Half of the tear stains at the corners of her eyes had dried, and her mouth tasted bitter medicine.

When Miao Cui saw that she was awake, she helped Shen Hanyu up.

"Does the young lady still feel unwell anywhere?"

Shen Hanyu shook her head. Apart from feeling a little dizzy, she was fine.

Seeing that it was already bright outside, she asked, "How long have I been asleep?"

"It's been burning all night, and it's almost noon now."

Shen Hanyu rubbed her temples and felt much better.

"Madam stayed with you until evening before returning home. Third Miss came by once, but seeing that you were still asleep, she went to Madam's place. Second Miss was brought back last night, and she has already woken up."

As Miao Cui spoke, she helped Shen Hanyu put on the clothes.

Shen Hanyu stood up after a short while; she was extremely hungry.

Miao Cui understood and went outside to bring the food.

Since she had tried to sabotage the old lady's cooking last time, Xu Ying didn't dare to tamper with their food.

Because she had just developed a high fever, Shen Hanyu ate light meals, and Miaocui stopped her from eating more once she felt slightly full.

After she finished eating, the medicine she had prepared was ready, and Shen Hanyu pinched her nose and drank it all in one gulp.

"Let's go see my cousin."

Shen Hanyu asked Miaocui to bring the ginseng and go with her to visit Liang Ruoxue.

The two entered without hindrance. When Liang Ruoxue saw that it was Shen Hanyu, she told her maid to stand guard outside.

Liang Ruoxue's lips were pale, but she looked much better than she had yesterday, when she appeared half-dead.

"I did a really good job yesterday."

Liang Ruoxue's lips curled up, her brows furrowed with smugness.

"You didn't see the pained look on Liang Ruoyan's face when she came to visit me this morning. She looked much more haggard overnight. She must have been worried. It was really satisfying."

As Liang Ruoxue spoke, she coughed twice, accidentally aggravating her wound, and her expression turned ferocious.

Shen Hanyu watched calmly.

"Don't go around acting like this in front of the Third Prince. You should tone it down for now."

Shen Hanyu reminded her not to cause any other accidents, after all, Liang Ruoyan had successfully married into the Third Prince's mansion in her previous life, and she was not to be underestimated.

"understood."

Liang Ruoxue responded politely, after all, she had benefited from Shen Hanyu's method.

"This time you did a better job than I expected."

Shen Hanyu smiled at Liang Ruoxue. Liang Ruoxue's performance was indeed beyond her expectations. This carefully woven net seemed to have a better start.

Liang Ruoxue's mood improved somewhat after that.

"Don't you even know who I am?"

As she spoke, Liang Ruoxue turned her head and grabbed Shen Hanyu's hand.

"You must help me from now on and make sure that every step is flawless. I can't let Liang Ruoyan step on me again."

Seeing that Liang Ruoxue was quite cautious, Shen Hanyu was very satisfied.

"That's natural."

She reassured Liang Ruoxue to relax and focus on recovering first.

Liang Ruoxue clenched her fist. "The Dragon Boat Festival banquet is only a few months away. I only have so much time. Are you confident?"

She was afraid that Liang Ruoyan would cause trouble at the palace banquet, so she wanted to win Li Jun's heart as soon as possible.

"do not worry."

Shen Hanyu silenced Liang Ruoxue with just three words. Liang Ruoxue took a deep breath to make herself appear less hypocritical.

"As long as you help me well, I won't treat you badly once things are done. I can even teach your aunt a lesson and help you marry into a wealthy family."

Her eyes sparkled, and Shen Hanyu guessed her true thoughts at a glance, but instead of pointing it out, she agreed.

The two talked for a while longer, and Shen Hanyu gave her some instructions on what to do next before getting up and leaving.

When she went out, she ran into Lin Lihua, who was also puzzled to see Shen Hanyu coming over.

Shen Hanyu spoke first: "I have a century-old ginseng that I specially sent to my cousin."

Miao Cui placed the ginseng in front of Lin Lihua. Lin Lihua stroked her chin, thinking that Shen Hanyu was quite generous these days, giving away an old ginseng so readily.

She remembered that Shen Hanyu managed several shops herself, no wonder she was so generous.

"You have a heart."

Lin Lihua accepted the ginseng and smiled.

Shen Hanyu walked out and glanced at the sky.

"Miao Cui, what's the date today?"

Miao Cui thought for a moment, then suddenly remembered that today was a solar term, so she smiled and said, "Today is the Awakening of Insects."

Shen Hanyu leaned against a pillar. The Awakening of Insects had arrived, and the Marquis's mansion was about to become lively again.

Once the Awakening of Insects has passed, all insects awaken.

During the few days that Liang Ruoxue was recuperating, the Qi family came and set a wedding date for Liang Siyu and Qi Jiaying with the Marquis's mansion.

September 13th is an auspicious day, suitable for all activities.

With the wedding date set, Xu Ying finally had a weight lifted off her shoulders; her carefully nurtured child had finally married a girl from a family of similar social standing.

The only thing that worried her was Liang Ruoyan, who had been unable to eat or drink for the past few days and was very distressed.

Later, a maidservant came to the palace, saying she was thanking Miss Liang for saving the Third Prince, and brought many gifts. Everyone knew who this maidservant was.

So during this time, Lin Lihua's lips never left her mouth, and she straightened her back. Whenever she saw Xu Ying, she would speak in a sarcastic tone.

The servants in the manor were also gossiping about the Third Prince and the two young ladies in the manor. As a result, they were caught by Song Mama, who was by Xu Ying's side, and were scolded and fined their monthly wages.

As the situation gradually calmed down, distant relatives from the Marquis of Anping's household came to visit. This time, they were relatives from the old lady's side, saying they would be staying there for a while.