According to Shangguan Yue's original intention, it was only necessary to invite a few tables of close relatives and friends. Unexpectedly, on the day of the banquet, many people came uninvited, and the Prime Minister's Mansion was suddenly packed.
Shangguan Wan Ning personally went to pick up her grandfather and three uncles early in the morning.
Zheng Binghang also knew in his heart that he was sorry for his niece's behavior in the past few days. Seeing that she still respected him regardless of her past grudges, he also prepared generous gifts for her.
Both sides want to take this opportunity to ease relations.
This made Mrs. Shangguan feel very happy.
Life seemed to have returned to its original track. Shangguan Wan Ning forced herself not to recall the past and to learn medical skills from Lu Xiangzi with peace of mind. However, whenever it was quiet at night, she would inevitably feel a little lonely in her heart.
Not long after, the news came from the court that Xiao Zhenting was named King of Qin and married Ling Zhiru, the daughter of the Ling family.
Ling Zhiru is the grand-niece of the Queen Mother, the niece of the Queen, the woman who was rejected by Xiao Yujue.
On their wedding day, the house was packed with friends and guests, causing a sensation throughout the capital.
At night, Shangguan Wan Ning was awakened by a nightmare, and her back was soaked with cold sweat.
She saw again the scene of Shangguan's and Zheng's families being hung on the city wall. Her heart ached so much that she could hardly breathe.
In the last life, Xiao Zhenting was also named King of Qin. This was the beginning of his gradual move towards the throne.
The Ling family's influence in the court is deeply rooted. It is obvious that Xiao Yujue's behavior of pretending to be a pig and eating a tiger over the years has been seen through and feared by the Queen Mother.
However, he refused to obey, so the Ling family chose Xiao Zhenting as their backer.
Shangguan Wan Ning could no longer sleep.
She opened the window and let the cold wind blow across her cheeks, gradually clearing her mind.
Perhaps, they are not as pessimistic as those there. As long as the Shangguan family and the Zheng family support Xiao Yujue, it is hard to predict who will win in the future.
"Miss," Lu Tong ran in excitedly, "I just heard from the housekeeper that the Lin family has come to the capital again. Don't you like to listen to them sing the most? Why don't you go out and relax?"
The leading actresses and niche students of the Lin family class are recognized by the dignitaries in the capital, both for their singing skills and their figure.
Shangguan Wan Ning put down the medical book in her hand, looked at Lu Tong's excited look, and said with a smile: "You must want to read it yourself."
"Ah?" Lu Tong saw through her thoughts, but still refused to admit it. "That's not true. I see that the eldest lady is not looking well these days, and I really want you to go out for a walk."
"Okay, tell the steward to prepare the sedan."
As soon as Shangguan Wan Ning finished speaking, Lu Tong ran out happily.
Arriving at the entrance of the theater troupe, Shangguan Wanning looked around and saw luxurious sedan chairs everywhere.
She covered her face with a gauze and walked in with the help of Lu Tong. The theater crew hurriedly came to greet her and led her to the private room on the second floor.
When I reached the corner of the stairs, someone happened to be walking up from the other side.
"I looked at it from a distance and felt that the figure looked familiar. I thought it was who it was, but it turned out that... it was the emperor's newly appointed Princess Anning."
Ling Zhiru had long heard about Shangguan Wan Ning and Xiao Zhenting. Although Xiao Zhenting finally married her, she still had a thorn in her heart.
Shangguan Wan Ning could tell from Ling Zhiru's eyes and words that the person was not kind. However, she still bowed and bowed.
"I've met Princess Qin."
"Why are you wearing a veil? Is there anything shameful about it?" After Ling Zhiru finished speaking, she deliberately showed an expression of realization, "Are you still worried that others will mention the incident between you and my prince at White Horse Temple?
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Shangguan Wan Ning was startled, secretly clenched her fists, and said with a chuckle: "I'm not afraid. However, if I were the princess, for the sake of your prince's face, I would be too embarrassed to mention this matter again."
"What did you say?" Ling Zhiru did not expect that Shangguan Wan Ning did not show any panic at all, but instead counterattacked eloquently. "What is my prince embarrassed about?"
"I had nothing to do with him. However, before my accident, others talked about it but he did not come forward to clarify. When I was imprisoned in the sky prison, he hurriedly distanced himself from the relationship. This kind of behavior, no matter before or after, is either a villain or a coward.
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"You..." Ling Zhiru turned pale after being counterattacked, stamped her feet angrily, pointed at Shangguan Wan Ning and cursed, "How dare you talk to me like that? Do you believe I will slap your mouth?"
"I salute you to respect the royal family and to give the emperor face." Shangguan Wanning calmly pushed away Ling Zhiru's hand, "Don't forget, I am the princess of Anning who is personally named by the emperor, and I enjoy the treatment of a first-class princess. You have
Who qualifies you to hit me?"
Ling Zhiru suddenly realized that she was really unqualified, and her eyes turned red with anger.
Shangguan Wan Ning ignored it and walked up with Lu Tong. She inadvertently raised her head and met a pair of deep eyes.
She was stunned and couldn't help but stand on the spot.
Mu Jingrui looked at Shangguan Wan Ning and tried his best to resist the urge to step forward and hug her into his arms.
The two stared at each other for a long time. It wasn't until someone behind them urged Shangguan Wan Ning to give way that she came to her senses and turned sideways to give way.
When she looked up again, there was no trace of Mu Jingrui.
"Miss, are you okay?" Lu Tong felt vaguely regretful and encouraged Shangguan Wan Ning to come out to watch the show.
"Nothing, let's go."
Shangguan Wan Ning came to her private room. Looking down from here, she could clearly see the entire stage.
However, she couldn't listen at all to what was being performed, and all she could think about was Mu Jingrui.
He was nearby. Should she go find him again and explain it to him in person? Maybe it was because the letter didn't make it clear?
Shangguan Wan Ning's heart was so confused that she felt like she was sitting on pins and needles.
On the other side, Mu Jingyan was diligently pouring tea and water for Mu Jingrui.
"Brother, don't be silent and chat with Miss Yin." Mu Jingyan secretly kicked his brother.
It was hard for her to ask Yin Yuqing out today.
In Mu Jingyan's opinion, Yin Yuqing was beautiful, gentle in character, and the daughter of the censor, so she was a perfect match for Mu Jingrui.
At least, no matter how you look at it, she is stronger than Shangguan Wan Ning.
Mu Jingrui ignored his sister's warning from under the table without changing his expression. "Didn't you mean watching a show? How can you watch a show if you keep talking?"
Of course Mu Jingrui understood what his sister meant, but he couldn't hold any woman except Shangguan Wan Ning in his heart.
Especially after seeing her again just now.
The faint tears in her eyes made his heart ache.
"What's so good about the show?" Mu Jingyan said angrily.
"Then you still asked me to come?"
Mu Jingrui's words already revealed his dissatisfaction.
Yin Yuqing felt aggrieved and embarrassed. "I...I suddenly remembered that I have something else to do, and I have to go back first."
"Miss Yin, don't leave. You are here to accompany me." Mu Jingyan refused to give up, holding Yin Yuqing's hand and winking at his brother.