Chapter 563 Haggard

Song Ruize said that he would not interfere in this matter. Jiang Qibin was disappointed but did not say anything else.

Jiang Qibin's injuries were only external and did not hit any vital parts. He would be able to move around normally after a few days of rest. However, Song Ruize noticed that he was not in a good mood and gave him a long vacation.

When they came out of Jiang Qibin's house, Chen Yong said, "Qibin is a romantic guy. Last time he lost half his life for a woman, and now he's been possessed by evil spirits again."

"As he said, a noble lady who is humble and caring towards him all day long would make even a monk return to secular life, not to mention that he is not a monk. Yinyin said before that he is in love, which is roughly what she meant." Song Ruize said, "Let him rest for a few days, and send someone to keep an eye on him to make sure he doesn't do anything stupid."

Qin Huiyin saw that Song Ruize had something to do, so she asked him to go, but the latter insisted on taking her shopping. After that, he took her to Jinyiwei and received the newly issued appointment letter.

As soon as the appointment letter came out, Song Ruize was directly promoted to the commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard.

What was announced to the outside world was that Song Ruize wiped out the rebels of the Wuxiang League. Only the Crown Prince of the Eastern Palace knew that what Song Ruize wiped out was not the rebels, but the private army of the eldest princess.

The dispute between the Crown Prince and the eldest princess has reached a fever pitch, but they are members of the royal family, and even if they stab each other in secret, the surface of harmony cannot be destroyed.

As soon as Qin Huiyin returned to the Song Mansion, the housekeeper came up to her and handed her the received invitation.

She returned to her room and opened it, and found that it was a letter from the East Palace.

Crown Princess Cui Lingyao held a birthday banquet and invited female relatives from all the mansions to attend.

A hand reached out from behind, took the post from her hand, took a look at it and said, "If you don't want to go, then don't go."

"You are now the prince's man, and your promotion and salary increase all depend on the prince of the East Palace. If I don't go, won't that make the East Palace unhappy?"

"You don't need to do anything you don't want to do. You can go to these parties if you like, and I will make all the arrangements if you don't like them."

"You have just been promoted, and you are a favorite of the prince, and someone he is trying hard to win over. I am sure no one will cause trouble for me if I go to the banquet."

The Crown Prince of the Eastern Palace has not yet inherited the throne and needs Song Ruize as a weapon. If Cui Lingyao is a smart person, she should appease the Crown Prince's female relatives.

A few days later, Qin Huiyin dressed up a little and entered the Eastern Palace with the invitation from the Eastern Palace.

Since it was the Crown Princess' birthday, a gift was necessary. When Qin Huiyin's gift was delivered, someone immediately recorded it.

The old nanny came over and took Qin Huiyin to the palace where the Crown Princess was holding the banquet.

As you walk along the way, you will see winding water embracing rocks and water lilies lying on the lake, which is elegant and quiet.

The palace servants followed strict rules and were respectful and polite when they passed by with their heads bowed.

"Madam, I will send you here. There will be someone waiting inside."

"Thank you, Ma'am." Zhilan stuffed her purse.

The old nanny smiled even more flatteringly and continued, "Today is the Crown Princess' birthday, and only the female relatives are invited. The Queen and the eldest princess are here."

"Thank you." Zhilan thanked.

After the old nanny left, Zhilan said, "Madam, the eldest princess is here, you have to be careful."

"I know." Qin Huiyin nodded and walked into the palace.

Many female relatives had already arrived. When Qin Huiyin appeared, pairs of eyes looked over.

This was the first time that Qin Huiyin attended the banquet as the wife of the Song family. Before, she was Tang Yichen's stepsister. Now, she is not only Tang Yichen's stepsister, but also Song Ruize's wife.

Whether it is Song Ruize or Tang Yichen, both of them are rising dark horses in the court. They have rushed up one after another, which is enough to make people fearful.

Qin Huiyin also saw Gong Qianyue and Zhu Hongxiu.

Gong Qianyue’s belly is already very big.

When Qin Huiyin saw Gong Qianyue, the latter also noticed her and nodded at her with a smile. Qin Huiyin smiled back, and then her eyes stayed on Zhu Hongxiu. Zhu Hongxiu's reaction was much more real and straightforward. She did not hide her contempt for Qin Huiyin at all.

Chang Xiaohuan came over and greeted with a smile.

"We haven't seen each other for some time." Chang Xiaohuan said, "Now I can't call you Sister Qin, but Mrs. Song."

"Sister Chang, you don't have to be so formal. Just call me like before." Qin Huiyin said, "Sister Gong's belly is so big. How many months has it been?"

"Five months." Chang Xiaohuan said, "Everyone in the Zhu family should be careful about this belly. When I see Sister Gong on weekdays, I have to be careful to avoid bumping into her."

Qin Huiyin understood.

Princess Cui Lingyao and several royal ladies came over. When she saw Qin Huiyin, she smiled and said, "Mrs. Song is now a well-known figure in the capital."

"I'm sorry to have embarrassed you, Crown Princess." Qin Huiyin said, "I was sick a while ago, and my husband thought it was because of the impact on the wedding day, so he insisted on holding a wedding banquet again to cheer himself up, which led to such a joke."

"Master Song loves his wife as if she were his life. Who in the capital city wouldn't envy him? Madam Song has a rosy complexion and doesn't look like she has just recovered from a serious illness. This shows that Master Song's method is still effective."

The beautiful lady next to her was not young, with a hint of arrogance between her brows, and she looked at Qin Huiyin with a scrutinizing look.

Although she had never seen the eldest princess, she knew it was her by looking at her appearance. Looking at the entire capital, she was the only one who had such deep hostility towards her.

Lady Minghua came over and said to Qin Huiyin, "Madam Song, long time no see."

"County Princess, you seem to have lost weight." Qin Huiyin said gently.

"During this trip, I saw many beautiful sights and met many interesting things and people. I think it was worth it." Lady Minghua said with a smile, "Jiang Qibin talked about what happened in the county, especially about you. He talked a lot. At that time, I thought that if I saw you again, I must become your friend."

"I heard..." Qin Huiyin looked in the direction of the eldest princess and said in a low voice, "The eldest princess told you about a new marriage."

"He is the son of the Meng family." Lady Minghua said, "General Meng is fighting bravely on the border. I am marrying his son, which is beyond my reach."

Qin Huiyin didn't expect that Lady Minghua would say this. She looked at Lady Minghua's expression again. Although there was some fatigue between her brows, there was no sign of reluctance.

The eldest princess arranged such a marriage for her, and she seemed to have compromised.

"I heard about you and Lord Song when I came back this time. At that moment, I was relieved." Lady Minghua said, "I almost broke up a pair of lovers who loved each other so much. I can't imagine how much Lord Song would hate me if I really ruined your marriage. I would feel so guilty for the rest of my life. I have admired Lord Song for so long, but I have never received a smile from him. That day, he rode on horseback to welcome the bride. He was so high-spirited and energetic. I have never seen him like that before."

"County Princess, you are also very good. You will always meet someone who treats you like a treasure." Qin Huiyin said.