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Nangong Yue got up early the next morning at dawn. She subconsciously looked at the empty kang in the banquet room through the glazed partition. She felt a little worried about the gain and loss. She always felt that the reason for Xiao Yi's return was just her. Dreaming...

"Stinky girl, wake up!"

It wasn't until that energetic voice rang in her ears that Nangong Yue suddenly came back to her senses, with a sweet smile on her face. She turned to look at Xiao Yi and saw him walking into the room with a head of steamy black hair. He had already finished practicing martial arts and had just finished bathing and changing clothes.

Nangong Yue's mood suddenly relaxed. She did not call the maid in, but hid behind the screen and changed her clothes.

The two had some breakfast together, took the prepared gifts, and set off from Zhennan Palace, arriving at Nangong Palace not long after.

They arrived early. It was just past midnight, and it was already an hour away from what was written on the post, so the guests hadn't arrived yet.

Xiao Yi just came back yesterday. It was his first visit to the Yue family after coming back, so he naturally had to be more solemn.

Nangong Mu, Lin and Nangong Xin got the news early that Nangong Yue and the others would come early today, so they waited for them at Rong'an Hall early in the morning.

Xiao Yi and Nangong Yue respectfully saluted Su and said, "I have met my grandmother."

Ms. Su looked at the beautiful couple and smiled from ear to ear, and said hurriedly: "No gifts! No gifts! Sit down quickly."

Ms. Su used to think that Xiao Yi, a noble-born and handsome grandson-in-law, was all kinds of good. This time, Xiao Yi defeated the Nanman and greatly made the Nangong family proud. Now she likes Xiao Yi even more, with a pair of His cloudy old eyes narrowed in laughter.

Xiao Yi and Nangong Yue then presented gifts to Nangong Mu and the others one by one. Everyone could not hide their joy, especially Lin. Since Xiao Yi left the royal capital last year, although Mrs. Lin tried her best to behave normally in front of her daughter, she had been worried about what might happen to Xiao Yi who was going to the battlefield, and she was also worried that he would never come back, leaving her daughter alone in the royal capital. , now I can finally relax.

"Ayi, you have lost weight!" Mrs. Lin said distressedly, "Sister Yue, you must let Ayi take good care of and nourish his body during this period. He is still growing up."

"Mom, now that you have a son-in-law, don't you know how to love your daughter?" Nangong Yue said coquettishly.

"You kid..."

As the mother and daughter talked, Nangong Xin couldn't wait to pull Xiao Yi over, her eyes sparkling: "Ayi, you have to tell me carefully about your time in southern Xinjiang."

Xiao Yi and Nangong Xin sat down beside each other and said with a smile: "Axin, you come to the palace another day, and I will have a good talk with you. The protagonist today is Brother Heng, and I can't usurp him. Limelight."

When he said this, everyone smiled.

While they were talking, the maid outside Dongji's room came to report with a smile: "Old lady, the eldest mistress, the second girl, and the young master are here!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the maid lifted up the bead curtain, and Liu Qingqing was the first to walk in. Behind her was Nangong Yan, and at the end was a plump woman in her early thirties who looked like a nanny, holding a white baby in her arms. The fat boy is Nangong Heng. He wore a bright red Sichuan brocade jacket with five bats holding clouds, and a red gold jade necklace around his neck.

Brother Heng has passed his first birthday in March, but because he was born prematurely, he has been weaker than ordinary children since he was a child. Nangong Sheng and Liu Qingqing took him to the master for approval, and the master chose Come and celebrate your first anniversary today. For the sake of Brother Heng, the two of them naturally wanted to believe it or not. But what surprised them was that after he turned one year old, Brother Heng grew stronger and stronger. Now he is even more rosy and energetic. The little arms and legs are like lotus joints, like a full-term child.

Liu Qingqing took Nangong Heng to greet everyone one by one. Brother Heng was still so young, so naturally he couldn't kneel down and kowtow, so he could only be held and saluted by the wet nurse.

Nangong Yue and Xiao Yi naturally prepared red envelopes, so Brother Heng accepted two red envelopes at once. He seemed to know that he had received a gift. He smiled and showed two small baby teeth. He looked very cute. , which made Nangong Yue's heart melt with cuteness, and her black pupils shone brightly.

"Sister-in-law, can I give Brother Heng a hug?" Nangong Yue asked.

The wet nurse glanced at Liu Qingqing and handed Brother Heng to Nangong Yue. Nangong Yue had no younger brothers and sisters, so naturally she had never held a child. Under the guidance of the wet nurse, she took him over with some unfamiliarity and gently He shook his head and teased: "Brother Heng, call me third aunt..."

"Mother..."

Brother Heng's milky cry made everyone in the room dumbfounded. Liu Qingqing looked embarrassed and explained: "Grandma Third Gu, Brother Heng can only call me 'Mother'..." "So now he calls everyone "mother".

Everyone couldn't help but laugh. Xiao Yi looked at the little baby nestled in Nangong Yue's arms and imagined that in a few years, he would have a little baby who looked like himself and like a stinky girl...

The more he thought about it, the more beautiful it became. He planned to enjoy it first, so he said to Nangong Yue: "Let me hug you too."

Xiao Yi hugged Nangong Heng from Nangong Yue’s arms. His movements were even stiffer than Nangong Yue’s. He felt that the boy in his arms was so soft that he did not dare to use force, let alone treat him as such. Carrying weapons... For a moment, he looked at Nangong Yue at a loss.

Nangong Yue quickly held Nangong Heng's back and teased him with a smile.

Nangong Heng was not afraid of strangers either. He sucked his white and tender fingers and looked at Xiao Yi with wide eyes.

Xiao Yi teased him, and finally got a "mom" from the little baby. Nangong Yue couldn't help but pursed her lips and laughed.

Xiao Yi naturally brought a greeting gift. He was a military commander, so it was inappropriate to give him books, calligraphy and paintings, so last night, Nangong Yue went with him to choose an unedged dagger in the warehouse. It is studded with precious stones from outside the region. This style is very rare in Dayu.

Of course, this dagger cannot be played with by children. After Liu Qingqing thanked Xiao Yi for Nangong Heng, he ordered the maid to put the dagger away.

The atmosphere was joyful, but a maid hurried in and said: "Old madam, the girl who is my cousin is here!"

This news was unexpected by everyone. There was a moment of silence in Dongji's room. The lively atmosphere dissipated in an instant, and everyone's expressions were a little subtle.

The maid who came to report the news did not even dare to take a breath, her face was stiff. There was a list of who the mansion invited to attend the young master's birthday party today. Bai Muxiao was definitely not here. in the list.

In other words, this Bai Muxiao is an uninvited guest. If this is an ordinary uninvited guest, he would have to be persuaded or driven away, but Miss Bai is the direct granddaughter of the old lady Su, and now Bai Muxiao's mother Nangong Yun is still in the mansion. Still living.

Ms. Su's face was not very good-looking either. Today's Zhuzhou ceremony was filled with prominent people. When Bai Muxiao arrived, how were they going to introduce her to the guests.

Although she felt a little unhappy, Mrs. Su still said in a deep voice: "Please come in, cousin."

The maid secretly breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly responded.

After a while, Bai Muxiao walked in under the guidance of another maid, bowing to everyone one by one with impeccable etiquette.

The others just gave a routine greeting. When they were in front of Xiao Yi and Nangong Yue, she said a few more words: "Third cousin, you can come back safely. Xiao'er is really happy for cousin Yue." To be honest, Bai Muxiao couldn't help but sigh that Xiao Yi, a playboy, was able to survive and even earn a military honor. Bai Muxiao had to sigh that his luck was indeed good.

According to what she heard, the current King of Zhennan is not as good as his father. Fortunately, the old King of Zhennan who passed away left behind such a large amount of foundation and talents. The military and people in Southern Xinjiang are united, so they can Escape this disaster.

It's just that Xiao Yi is now in great glory, but he probably hasn't realized that the greater his military exploits, the more wary the emperor will be towards him.

How much grace he has now, how miserable he will be in the future!

Bai Muxiao suppressed the sneer in her heart and looked at Nangong Yue. Nangong Yue ruined her own happiness and ideals because of her selfishness, and now even God can't see her. Nangong Yue's glory and scenery at this time are just a passing cloud! Her luck is good, and she has escaped both direct and secret marriages, but this luck will not last her whole life. One day, she will have nothing!

Bai Muxiao's cold eyes made Nangong Yue very unhappy. She raised her eyebrows slightly and said lightly: "Thank you, cousin Xiao, for your concern."

The atmosphere was stiff for a moment, and then there was a noise outside. Su frowned and almost blurted out the scolding, but the next moment she saw her eldest daughter Nangong Yunxin trotting into the East Room in a hurry.

"Sister Xiao..." Nangong Yun could no longer see anyone else in his phoenix eyes, only his own daughter, with tears in his eyes, "Sister Xiao, you have lost weight and become haggard! They are white Is my family using some shameful method to torment you again?" Nangong Yun gritted his teeth bitterly as he spoke, tears almost falling from his eyes.

Bai Muxiao hurriedly took out a handkerchief, quickly wiped away Nangong Yun's tears, and said comfortingly: "Mom, today is Brother Heng's birthday party. How can you cry on such a great day."

Nangong Yun took the handkerchief, wiped it for himself, and then said embarrassedly with red eyes: "I'll make my mother, second brother, and second younger brother and sister laugh."

Su felt sorry for her daughter after all, so she sighed and comforted her.

After Bai Muxiao helped Nangong Yun sit down, he walked slowly to Liu Qingqing and said with a full smile: "Sister-in-law, this is my gift to Brother Heng. Please don't dislike it. "As she spoke, Ziying behind her opened the cloth bag in her hand, revealing a book with a dark blue cover. Bai Muxiao took the book and handed it to Liu Qingqing.

Liu Qingqing took it with a smile and said, "Thank you, cousin Xiao, you are so polite."

Liu Qingqing took a look and saw the three characters "Thousand Character Essay" written on the dark blue cover. There were obvious wear and tear on the edges of the cover. The pages were yellowed and the corners of the book were raised. It looked very obsolete.

Liu Qingqing opened a page at random. The content of the page was written in regular script. The handwriting was dignified and majestic, with great momentum. It was obviously written by a famous artist.

Although Su didn't take a closer look, she saw it and was very moved. She blurted out, "Is this an ancient borrowing?"

Bai Muxiao smiled but said nothing. Liu Qingqing looked at Bai Muxiao sheepishly and said, "Cousin Xiao, this ancient book is too precious. Brother Heng is still young..."

Bai Muxiao interrupted Liu Qingqing with a smile: "Sister-in-law, Brother Heng may seem young now, but he will grow up in a blink of an eye and will be useful soon."

This "Thousand-Character Essay" is an ancient book specially found by the third prince. It was copied by the former literary giant. It can be said to be hard to find.

During this period, relatives and friends will give various gifts. If the gift is more precious than the host's own, the host will put this gift into the items for Zhuzhou.

The "Thousand Character Essay" she gave is definitely unique. For such a valuable thing, Liu Qingqing comes from a scholarly family and must know its value. She will definitely put it out to catch Zhou. So that she can give face to her own son.

Bai Muxiao half-closed her eyes, a glint of confidence flashed in her eyes, then she raised her eyes and said: "Sister-in-law, I'm going to catch Zhou Li later. I'm afraid it won't be convenient for me to go there." She deliberately showed a hint of confidence. Smiling bitterly, "I hope my cousin won't be offended!"

Bai Muxiao's move was to advance before retreating. In the eyes of others, she would soon enter the third prince's house as a concubine. With a low status, how could those famous ladies and ladies be willing to be with her. If she really went to the scene where Zhou Li was arrested, she would only attract criticism from other guests, which would make Su and Liu Qingqing displeased. It would be better for her to "treat others with courtesy" and make Su and the others think about her own benefits. .

Bai Muxiao was confident in her heart, but on the surface she was calm and seemed to understand the general situation.

Liu Qingqing's face remained normal, while Su's face showed a hint of distress as Bai Muxiao expected. She felt that her granddaughter still knew the overall situation and sent such a valuable gift to Nangong Heng's Chou Zhou Banquet. ...It’s just a miserable life!

"Sister Xiao, I have wronged you." Mrs. Su sighed pitifully, but did not raise any objection.

Bai Muxiao lowered her eyebrows, but her heart was not moved at all. As a grandmother, she can only speak a few words. Once the face of the Nangong family is involved, how can she think of her granddaughter! No matter what, people still have to rely on themselves. ...If it wasn’t the third prince who insisted on her coming here today, she wouldn’t want to humiliate herself by coming here!

Nangong Yan, who had been silent all the time, glanced at Bai Muxiao with some confusion, his eyes flickered twice, and then he lowered his head halfway down the road.

Nangong Yue looked at this scene indifferently. She really couldn't imagine that Bai Muxiao came here simply to give away an ancient book... Could it be that he had other intentions?

How could Xiao Yi be interested in paying attention to other people's affairs? Seeing that Nangong Yue had ignored him for a long time, he felt aggrieved and quietly took her hand and scratched her palm.

Nangong Yue glanced at him, her eyes shaking his heart, and he just wanted to hold her in his arms.

The young couple winked at each other for a while, thinking they were secretive. Seeing Ms. Lin on the side with a smile in her eyes, she was very happy and thought: Although A Yi has been gone for more than half a year, fortunately, their relationship is not unfamiliar, so that's good.

At this moment, a maid came to report that Nangong Cheng and his wife were here.

As Nangong Cheng pushed a wheelchair into Rongan Hall, everyone's eyes immediately shifted there. After greeting for a while, Su saw that the time was almost up, and the female relatives hurriedly moved to the flower hall, while Xiao Yi, Nangong Mu and Pei Yuanchen went to the male guests' table in the outer courtyard.

Today's Zhouzhu ceremony was held in the flower hall in the inner courtyard of Nangong Mansion. The steward's mother and several maids had been waiting there for a long time to make various preparations. When they saw the masters coming, they rushed forward to greet them.

"Sister-in-law..." While others were not paying attention, Nangong Yan quietly pulled Liu Qingqing's sleeve and looked at her hesitantly.

As smart as Liu Qingqing was, she understood immediately. She gave Ziying a wink, and Ziying led her nurse into the flower hall.

Liu Qingqing and Nangong Yan walked to a deserted place, and Nangong Yan said awkwardly: "Sister-in-law, should I not go to the Zhou Zhou ceremony today..." A few days ago, Princess Qi made people so arrogant. After a lot of mischief, I am afraid that I have almost become a joke in the capital. When the guests arrive later, they will inevitably attract strange looks and spoil the good atmosphere.

Liu Qingqing was stunned, understanding Nangongyan's concerns, and felt a little distressed in her heart.

She composed herself, took Nangong Yan's hand and said: "Second sister, don't compare yourself with cousin Xiao, you two are different!"

Speaking of Bai Muxiao, a flash of disdain flashed in Liu Qingqing's eyes. Originally, Bai Muxiao returned to Nangong Mansion with her mother. With Su's love for her, she would definitely help her arrange a well-matched marriage, but she was not popular. Like a snake swallowing an elephant, she wanted to reach the heights of the Third Prince, and even committed herself to being a concubine.

In comparison, Nangong Yan has always behaved well, but he was a little unlucky and accidentally got entangled with the prince of Qi.

Nangong Yan looked at Liu Qingqing movedly and murmured: "Sister-in-law..."

Liu Qingqing continued: "Second sister, since you have a clear conscience, then act openly and openly. If you don't go, others will think you are guilty of committing the crime!" Liu Qingqing's own marriage to Nangong Sheng has also experienced many twists and turns, so she has no intention of going. The reputation and difficulties of women are more personal.

But she had to sigh in her heart that the marriage of this girl from the Nangong family was really bumpy. First it was Nangong Cheng, and now it's Nangong Yan... It was obvious that there was only one step away from the marriage being finalized. ……

Liu Qingqing sighed secretly in her heart, but it is useless to feel sorry now. People still have to look forward.

"Come on, second sister, let's go in."

Liu Qingqing took Nangong Yan into the flower hall together.

In the flower hall, the housekeeper’s mother had already laid out a large huanghuali carving case nearly ten feet long. On the large case, she placed the four treasures of the study, the scales and abacus, the study books, Taoist scriptures, and even bows and arrows. , red gold God of Wealth, jade fan pendant and other things, Lin, Huang and Gu gathered around the table and laughed and discussed.

Not long after, the female relatives of those families who were familiar with the Nangong Mansion, such as Mrs. Changpinghou, Mrs. Fu, Fu Yunyan and her daughter, Grandma Yuan, Yuan Yuyi, etc. all came one after another... Everyone was saluting for a while, talking and laughing for a while, it was so lively.

Liu Qingqing whispered instructions to the maid next to her, and the maid hurriedly put the dagger Xiao Yi had given her.

The steward’s mother saw that the auspicious time was almost here, and was about to remind Su and Liu Qingqing when she saw a maid in green walking in hastily, walked straight to Su, and said, "I People, the Third Prince is here."

This news shocked the entire flower hall. Not only the guests, but also the people in Nangong Mansion found it a bit incredible. The Nangong Mansion and the Third Prince have no connection or connection. The Nangong Mansion held a Zhou Zhou ceremony. Why did the Third Prince come?

Bai Muxiao!

The name immediately appeared in Nangong Yue's mind. Before, she felt that Bai Muxiao's arrival was a bit strange. Now that Han Lingfu is also here, she doesn't believe it at all if it is a coincidence.

These two people never do anything without a purpose, and Nangong Heng’s purpose of coming here to arrest Zhou Li this time must be for a purpose.

Nangong Yue winked at Lily, who immediately understood what she meant. After nodding, she quietly retreated and went to the outer courtyard of Nangong Mansion to find out the news.

Nangong Yue thought of Bai Muxiao, and most of the people present also thought of it. After all, the only connection between Nangong Mansion and the third prince was Bai Muxiao.

Could it be that the third prince came here specially to make Bai Muxiao look good?

For a while, the short-sighted person paid a lot of attention to Bai Muxiao, but the person who knew the rules felt that the third prince was really living up to his reputation. He treated a concubine who had not yet married. If you pay attention to it, you may spoil your concubines and destroy your wives in the future. This is the source of chaos in the family!

In just a snap of a finger, everyone's thoughts have changed and they have different thoughts.

"Old Madam," the maid in green respectfully presented a wooden tray. On the tray was placed an exquisite ox tongue-shaped ink block, with embossed patterns of dragons playing with beads on one side, and the four words "龙香皇 ink" written in regular inscriptions on the other side. Character. "His Royal Highness the Third Prince sent a piece of dragon incense and royal ink as a congratulatory gift, and the eldest master ordered his servant to bring it as an item for arresting Zhou."

This Long Xiang Royal Ink is more expensive than gold, but to the people present, it is not an expensive thing. It is precious because it is used by the emperor, and it is naturally very honorable to use it to arrest Zhou.

When Su Shi saw it, she smiled from ear to ear and said hurriedly: "Hurry up and put it up." After a pause, he added, "When you go back to life, thank the Third Prince properly for me."

After this small twists and turns, the auspicious time has arrived. The mother in charge was afraid of missing the auspicious time, so she hurriedly stepped forward to remind her.

Following that, Su and Liu Qingqing, who was holding Nangong Heng in their arms, walked to the big case and stood in front of it.

Nangong Heng’s Zhou Zhou ceremony is finally about to officially begin!

All the ladies and ladies gathered around the big Huanghuali case. They were surrounded by people on three levels, inside and outside, chatting and laughing, discussing the items prepared by Nangong Mansion to arrest Zhou. Nangong Yue simply couldn't squeeze in, so she simply didn't join in the fun.

"This is..." Nangong Yun looked at a book on the big case in disbelief, and saw "Qionglin Preschool" written clearly on the blue cover.

Nangong Yun couldn't believe her eyes. Her daughter Bai Muxiao gave Liu Qingqing a rare ancient book called "The Thousand-Character Classic", but Liu Qingqing was so disrespectful and would rather use the most ordinary "The Thousand-Character Classic". "Qionglin Preschool" was used as an item to catch Zhou, and there was no need for that precious ancient book! Liu Qingqing What does this mean?

You are not afraid of damaging the ancient book, so you are reluctant to part with it, right?

Nangong Yun's expression was not very good. Su Shi also noticed this, and her face was a bit stiff. If it weren't for the public view, she would have wanted to ask Liu Qingqing what was going on.

The attention of the three people in Nangong Mansion to the "Qionglin Preschool" also attracted the attention of the guests. Mrs. Fu seemed to have discovered something, and said thoughtfully: "The ink on this "Qionglin Preschool" is still there. New, could it be a newly copied copy?"

"Mrs. Fu's vision is indeed sharp." Liu Qingqing said with a smile, "This "Qionglin Preschool" was written and copied by my brother personally for Brother Heng's ceremony of catching Zhou today."

"It turns out that Liu Tanhua wrote it for her nephew, so that's quite intentional." Grandma Yuan said with a smile.

"If Brother Heng catches this copy of "Qionglin Preschool", maybe when he grows up, he will be a prostitute like his uncle." Another lady joked.

After these few words, Su Shi has already shown her beauty again. After all, who doesn't like to hear good words, let alone a book copied by his uncle, the feeling is always a little different.

The atmosphere became warm again, but Fu Yunyan had already sensitively felt that something was wrong. She quietly withdrew from the crowd, found Nangong Yue who was leisurely and contented by the side, and quietly asked about the reason.

Anyway, Fu Yunyan will soon be one of his family members. Nangong Yue is not afraid of the family scandal being publicized, so she told her about Bai Muxiao’s previous gift of an ancient book as a gift to Zhou. Fu Yunyan was filled with emotion and sighed: "That cousin of yours is really not simple. ... When she enters the third prince's house, the third prince's back house will probably be unclean."

At this time, there was a burst of noise, and Nangong Yue and Fu Yunyan couldn't help but follow the sound. Amidst the laughter and laughter of the guests, they learned that Nangong Heng had finally caught the copy of "Qionglin Preschool" copied by Liu Qingyun.

For a while, everyone congratulated one after another and praised Brother Heng for not being a descendant of the Nangong family. Mrs. Su seemed to have seen Nangong Heng shining brightly in the future, and went to tease Nangong Heng with a smile and said: " Brother Heng will be a scholar like his great-grandfather in the future!"

"I will be a prostitute again in the future!"

"..."

In the flower hall, there was constant laughter and laughter, and the atmosphere was very joyful.

After catching the week, everyone went to the table to eat longevity noodles, and then some went to play cards, and some went to the theater...

Liu Qingqing quickly sent a maid to the front yard to report to Nangong Qin and Nangong Sheng the results of their arrest of Zhou.

Who would have thought that Nangong Qin and his son were both there, but Nangong Mu and His Highness the Third Prince were missing.

Has the third prince already left?

After the maid stepped back, she secretly asked a boy to inquire, and then she found out that the second master had gone to the study room with the third prince, and they did not know what important matter they were discussing.

The maid didn’t pay much attention and hurried back to the inner courtyard to resume her duties. Little did she know that the atmosphere in Nangong Mu’s study was a little solemn at this moment——

"Your Highness, do you want me to get a place for my niece in the Jinxinhui?" Nangong Mu repeated in disbelief.

Han Lingfu smiled faintly: "Master Nangong, you are now serving as a secretary in the Imperial College, so this should be just a piece of cake for you."

Last year, Nangong Mu got an A grade in his three-year performance appraisal. After reading several policy papers he had written, the emperor transferred him to the position of Secretary of the Imperial College. Although he jumped several levels, his position as Secretary of the Imperial College was no better than that of the Imperial College. He was from the fourth rank, and he didn't hold any actual position, so he didn't create any waves in the court.

Originally Han Lingfu didn't care, but this time he thought of Nangong Mu because of the quota for the Jinxinhui. If Nangong Mu can come forward to get Bai Muxiao a spot in the Jinxinhui, this matter will not attract too much unnecessary attention.

Nangong Mu's face was as dark as water, and he looked at Han Lingfu with some disappointment. He originally thought that compared to the eldest prince and the second prince, the third prince behaved in a moderate manner, but it seemed that it was nothing more than that.

Nangong Mu did not beat around the bush and said directly: "Your Highness, please forgive me for not agreeing. My niece is not suitable..."

He said it quite implicitly, but Han Lingfu was reluctant and said: "Why is it inappropriate? Although most of the women who participate in the Jinxin Society are girls from the families of princes, nobles, civil and military ministers, but all previous sessions have also There are commoner women with both virtues and talents participating. My niece, Miss Bai, is smart and talented. If she is lucky enough to participate in the Jinxin Society, she will have no problem getting a leader." Han Lingfu said confidently, thinking: If Bai Mu Xiao won the title, which was a shameful thing for the Nangong Mansion. Get the best of both worlds, so what’s not to do!

Nangong Mu saw that Han Lingfu was as if he was possessed by a demon. He knew that it would be impossible if he didn't speak plainly. He straightened his thoughts and bowed, "Thank you, Your Highness, for showing mercy to my niece. But let's not talk about my niece." She was born a commoner, and the Emperor has decreed that she should be His Highness's concubine. As such, she is no longer qualified to participate in the Jinxin Society." If Bai Muxiao is allowed to have a concubine participate in the Jinxin Society, wouldn't it mean that the reputation of the Jinxin Society for many years will be ruined? A joke? It is even a humiliation for the ladies who participated in the Jinxinhui this year! This is absolutely impossible.

This is simply disrespectful! Han Lingfu's eyes burst out with strong anger for a moment, but he had become accustomed to hiding his emotions, and he quickly calmed down and became the gentle third prince again.

He smiled lightly, seemingly without any grudge, and said: "It's my fault that I've made things difficult for others. Please don't take it to heart, Master Nangong. I'll take my leave first." But in his heart, he was thinking: Did Xiao'er say what he said? Wrong, the people in Nangong Mansion are all stupid and not worthy of promotion at all! He had to think of other ways to get this brocade heart sticker.

Han Lingfu turned around and left the study without hesitation. He seemed normal, but his steps were much faster than usual.

Nangong Mu looked at Han Lingfu's back, shook his head helplessly, and then hurried back to the table.

When the surroundings quieted down, Lily, who had been hiding in a big tree, jumped down as if nothing had happened, eavesdropping, something she had become very skilled at since she followed the Crown Princess.

She straightened her clothes and went back to find Nangong Yue as if nothing had happened.

This small episode did not affect the atmosphere of today. The Zhuzhou Banquet continued lively until the sun went down, and everyone gradually left.

But Xiao Yi did not go back to the palace with Nangong Yue, but went to An Yihou Mansion...