"How are you?" Shangguan Wan Ning asked with concern.
Zheng Zhixing seemed to have something to say, and made a gesture of swearing, but was glared at by Zheng Binghang's warning eyes, and he could only swallow his resentment and dissatisfaction helplessly.
But he was not convinced after all, so he rolled up his sleeves and let Shangguan Wan Ning take a look.
Shangguan Wan Ning discovered that there was a clearly visible bruise on Zheng Zhixing's arm, which was caused just now.
She was shocked.
"Someone is plotting..."
"Shh." Zheng Binghang also glared at Shangguan Wan Ning, lowered his voice and said, "This matter is strange. Be careful that walls have ears. Let's talk about it when we get back."
Shangguan Wan Ning nodded calmly.
She paused with slight hesitation and whispered to Lutong: "Take the golden sore medicine and give it to Jingrui."
Shangguan Wan Ning accompanied Zheng Zhixing back to the Yiyong Marquis Mansion. Grandpa was at home happily. She was a little surprised to see her grandson coming back injured and hurriedly asked the doctor to bandage his wound.
"Dad, Zhixing's injury this time was obviously caused by someone else's plot. I don't know...who it is."
Zheng Binghang recalled every detail of that time, but there were so many people that he couldn't think of any clue at the moment.
"It seems that someone does not want people from the Zheng family to enter the Forbidden Army. This time it is fortunate among the misfortunes. The emperor was not injured, so there is no blame. Otherwise, the consequences may be disastrous."
Shangguan Wan Ning listened to her grandfather and second uncle discussing this matter without saying a word, but fell into deep thought.
Although the emperor did not convict him, he did not express anything. Could it be that... he was already on guard against the Zheng family?
After all, the Zheng family had outstanding military exploits and not only had high prestige among the people, but most of the military commanders in the court were also disciples of Zheng Guoxun.
How can such a family background not make the emperor afraid? After all, there is a saying that great achievements shake the master.
On the way back, Shangguan Wan Ning could not let go of her grudge.
According to her memories of her previous life, the emperor's health was deteriorating. As the emperor and his courtiers, it seemed that they had to find new backers to further stabilize the status of the Shangguan family and the Zheng family.
Shangguan Wan Ning felt a little bored and raised the curtain of the carriage to look outside.
A gust of autumn wind blew, and a piece of withered yellow leaves blew into her carriage. She suddenly remembered that this winter, there would be a snowstorm in the northwest region that was rare in a century.
By the time……
Since she was reborn, Shangguan Wan Ning decided to do something for her parents and grandfather's family.
When she returned to her mansion, she saw that her servants were all busy arranging Shangguan Xiaoxiao's marriage, and she couldn't help but feel a little irritated.
Shangguan Wan Ning passed by the garden and saw Aunt Zhao scolding the maid and grandma fiercely.
Ever since Shangguan Xiaoxiao's marriage was settled, she began to become arrogant and domineering, as if her status as the second prince's mother-in-law gave her more self-confidence and a sense of superiority.
Shangguan Wan Ning only thought it was ridiculous and walked around the garden to the other side.
On the wedding day, the Prime Minister's Mansion was packed with guests and very lively.
Shangguan Wan Ning greeted the female relatives of each family on behalf of her sick mother. They all laughed at each other and chatted while drinking.
Mu Jingyan walked to Shangguan Wan Ning's side, hesitated for a long time without saying anything, and just drank all the wine in the cup.
"Here, I did it."
Shangguan Wan Ning was stunned for a moment, then laughed out loud.
"Why did you drink this glass of wine?"
"I want to say sorry to you, and... I owe you a thank you."
Mu Jingyan learned that Shangguan Yue had saved the most important evidence for them. She felt grateful and felt a little ashamed when she thought that she had resented and humiliated Shangguan Wan Ning so much.
"I know it was my fault in the past. You...how about you hit me a few times or scold me a few times."
"I don't remember what was right or wrong." Shangguan Wanning liked Mu Jingyan's frankness. She lowered her eyelids and thought for a while, then said, "If you really want to apologize to me, do me a favor."
"You said...as long as I can do it."
"Tell your brother for me that I am going on a long journey in a few days and will not be returning to the capital for a short time. Please tell him to take care of himself. And...congratulations to him for becoming the general of the Shenji Camp."
Mu Jingyan looked at Shangguan Wan Ning's eyes flashing with sadness, she responded lightly and walked away.
Not long after, Mu Jingyan asked the maid to follow Guan Wan Ning to borrow a room to rest.
Shangguan Wan Ning asked Lu Tong to arrange a room. Not long after, Mu Jingyan asked the maid to invite her over.
She thought Mu Jingyan was unwell, so she hurried over. Unexpectedly, when she opened the door, she saw Mu Jingrui.
Shangguan Wan Ning immediately understood that Mu Jingyan had specially arranged for them to meet. However, thinking of what her father had said before, her cheeks still blushed involuntarily.
"Xiaoyan said you are leaving the capital for a while?" Mu Jingrui originally didn't want to meet Guan Wanning in private, but wanted to ask clearly. "Why?"
"My mother's health has been getting worse and worse during this period. In the past few years, there was Dr. Qin in the palace, who had superb medical skills. Every time he diagnosed and treated my mother and prescribed medicine, she would get better. Unfortunately, a year ago, Dr. Qin retired.
I'm in my hometown. So, I want to go find him and prescribe some medicine."
"You don't have to go to this matter." Mu Jingrui frowned and said, "There are so many people in the Shangguan family who can be dispatched."
"In addition to asking for medicine, I also hope to pray for my mother. I plan to go in and burn incense every time I pass a temple. Along the way, there will always be gods who can protect my mother."
Mu Jingrui could not stop Shangguan Wan Ning's filial piety.
He thought for a moment and said, "I will escort you."
"How can that be done? You have just taken over the Shenji Camp, and there are many things waiting for you to do. In short, you can assist His Royal Highness with peace of mind. When you become successful and famous, it will be us..."
Shangguan Wan Ning did not continue speaking, but lowered her head to avoid Mu Jingrui's gaze.
There were ripples in Mu Jingrui's heart. The bright moonlight shone in through the gap in the window, and gently fell on Shangguan Wan Ning's body.
His heart gradually softened and he couldn't help but hold her hand.
"Be careful when you go out. Whenever you go to a place, send someone back with a letter."
Shangguan Wan Ning smiled slightly, looked at Mu Jingrui and asked, "Is the letter... sent to you, or to my father?"
Mu Jingrui was about to speak when his face suddenly darkened and he heard footsteps approaching.
He pulled Shangguan Wan Ning and hid behind the screen.
With a "squeak" sound, the door was pushed open, and a head cautiously poked in.
"Brother, are you still there?"
Mu Jingrui breathed a sigh of relief. Looking at Shangguan Wan Ning holding back her smile, he pinched her nose lovingly, held her hand and walked out.