eurekapd Chapter 719: So Proud
Chapter 719: So Proud
Shen Shuyi was silent for a while, and felt that Xie Jingchi had been letting himself go more and more since His Majesty had granted them the marriage.
Nowadays, most people don’t even know how to write the word “reserved”.
"Sir Xie, aren't you afraid of scaring me away?" Shen Shuyi spoke slowly, his eyes fell on Xie Jingchi's face, and he couldn't help but look at him.
"How could the princess be so courageous?" Xie Jingchi also laughed.
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The marriage was finalized in full swing, and those who had been waiting to inquire about Shen Shuyi's marriage details after she came of age, all gave up their efforts.
For Shen Shuyi, it did save him a lot of trouble.
Half a month later, Spring Banquet.
The weather was just right, with clear skies and bright sunshine. The gentle spring breeze brought some refreshing coolness, and the flowers and plants were blooming, which made people's moods better.
Shen Shuyi, Shen Youran, Shen Qinghuan and others came to Prince Shun's Mansion.
Shen Shuyi didn't want to come at first, but Princess Shun personally sent an invitation and Second Aunt begged him softly, so Shen Shuyi came.
But if you think about it, Zhang Jinping's feelings are understandable.
Not long ago, the two daughters of the Shen family met with accidents one after another and their reputations were ruined. The marriage prospects of her cousin Youran were not good. In addition, her second uncle's official position was not as high as her father's, so she couldn't help but worry.
Now that he had received the marriage favor from His Majesty, it could be considered as restoring some reputation for the Shen family. It was a good time to find a partner for his daughter.
"You can walk around for a while. If there is a man you like, you may ask someone about his background and make a note of it. I will ask someone to check it out for you later." Shen Shuyi said softly.
She was not very interested in this banquet. Apart from the literary contest, it was also a chance for men and women to see each other and get to know each other better. She would rather stay at home and read a book...
Fortunately, sister Huiyan and cousin Xueqing were also there, so she wasn't bored. She just didn't know if the two of them would plan to meet a man.
What Shen Shuyi didn't expect was that as soon as she arrived, she was attacked by Princess Hanyang.
Princess Hanyang was surrounded by a group of people. Originally, they were talking and laughing, but when they saw Shen Shuyi, the atmosphere immediately became cold.
"Oh, isn't this Princess Mingzhu? Princess Mingzhu has been granted marriage by His Majesty, so why is she interested in coming here? Is she showing off and trying to snatch someone else's favorite person?"
Xiao Tinglan sneered and spoke, his eyes fell on Shen Shuyi, like a cold blade, wishing to kill him as soon as possible.
Shen Shuyi had expected this, so she was not panicked: "Everyone knows that the princess has been in love with Lord Xie for a long time, and Shuyi does not want to take someone else's love away. Unfortunately, His Majesty has granted the marriage, and it is difficult to disobey the imperial order. Even if the princess is unwilling, she should not blame Shuyi."
Shen Shuyi's words made everyone in the group change their expressions.
Xiao Tinglan's face was gloomy and she didn't say anything for a long time.
She really didn't expect that Shen Shuyi would dare to say that!
The implication is that this is not something I can control, so why do you hate me? If you want to hate someone, then hate Xie Jingchi and His Majesty!
Although she understood the truth, Xiao Tinglan really couldn't swallow this anger, especially when she thought about her temptation to Shen Shuyi that day, she felt like a clown.
"Princess Mingzhu is so proud." Xiao Tinglan said coldly, with redness in the corners of her eyes.
Ever since she found out that His Majesty had granted a marriage to Shen Shuyi and Xie Jingchi, she had been making a fuss for a long time. Not only had her mother gone to the Queen Mother to test the waters, but her father had even gone to ask to see His Majesty...
But neither the Queen Mother nor His Majesty gave in, saying that her personalities were not compatible with Xie Jingchi's and that they would find a better husband for her.
Shen Shuyi raised the corners of his lips and said coldly: "If the princess feels proud, then so be it."
With just one sentence, he achieved great results with just a little effort. It seemed as if he was too lazy to argue with her, so he retorted to Xiao Tinglan that she had been holding back on words. She was filled with anger but had no place to vent it.
Although the group stood with Xiao Tinglan, few of them were stupid enough to rashly offend Shen Shuyi.
What's more, everyone knows this.
And those who knew the news knew better that this marriage was something Xie Jingchi had asked for himself.
You, Princess Hanyang, have been following Xie Jingchi for so long, but he doesn't like you. Even if you are angry with him, you can't blame it all on Shen Shuyi, right?
Shen Shuyi didn't say anything more to her. She took a few maids and found a secluded place to cool off.
Xiao Tinglan was holding her cat in her arms with a grim look on her face. People around her were trying to smooth things over for her, but she remained cold and silent.
On the other side, the Prince Chengguo’s Mansion.
Song Tingshan's face was pale. He was sick and was helped by Songbai to get up and change his clothes. He kept coughing.
Lou Yulan's eyes turned red: "Husband, do you really have to go to that Spring Banquet?"
Song Tingshan had a cold expression and said nothing.
His health had been worse recently, and he had originally asked Lou Yulan to call him an hour in advance.
Unexpectedly, she became bolder and bolder because she was pregnant, and she didn't even ask him to get up.
"You want to see Shen Shuyi, right?" Lou Yulan couldn't help but speak, clenching her fingers tightly, feeling jealous.
Ever since that day when he asked to marry Shen Shuyi in the hall, Lou Yulan began to become suspicious.
She always thought that since she was pregnant with his child, he would definitely make her his legal wife, but she never expected that she would actually ask Shen Shuyi to marry her?
"This is a woman's opinion, Lou Yulan. If you believe me, don't ruin my plan. If you don't, I will provide you and your child with fine clothes and delicious food, but you don't have to see me again in the future."
Song Tingshan spoke in a cold voice. He had always had ways of manipulating people's hearts.
Lou Yulan's eyes were filled with tears. She was completely stunned and didn't dare to say anything more.
Believe him?
Does he really have his own plans and difficulties?
Song Tingshan got up and left in a hurry. Calculating the time, he thought that if he rushed there now, he would probably be an incense stick late.
Fortunately, it's not too late.
Sitting in the carriage, Song Tingshan's eyes were heavy. He had been sleeping more and more recently, and had more and more dreams.
He couldn't explain why, but he often dreamed of that woman Shen Shuyi.
In the dream, she devoted herself to him and gave him everything. She searched for famous doctors for him, taught herself medicine, and took care of his health.
She took care of the harem for him, dealt with his father, dealt with his stepmother, won over court officials, and gave him advice...
Song Tingshan just felt that this dream was ridiculous. Shen Shuyi had been targeting him from the beginning to the end. Although she didn't hate him to the core, she was almost there. How could she help him like that?
What Song Tingshan didn't say was that in his dream, he was wearing a golden robe, was named the crown prince, and was deeply supported by his civil and military achievements.
What exactly is going on?
Song Tingshan rubbed his eyebrows, feeling upset.
No matter what, he must change their marriage before she and Xie Jingchi get married.
He still has a chance, and he must marry Shen Shuyi back.
If she remains hostile to him, then he will kill her immediately. If she can recognize the current situation and use it to her advantage, he will be even more powerful.
After all, she couldn't marry Xie Jingchi.
Song Tingshan closed his eyes, feeling a lump in his heart. He couldn't explain why, but whenever he thought about Shen Shuyi marrying Xie Jingchi, he became extremely irritated and indescribably jealous!