Shang Changge hasn't been to the palace even once in the past few days, for two reasons.

One of her adoptive mothers didn't want to see her, and she was too lazy to deal with the other adoptive mother.

The morning was sunny and warm.

The shadows of the trees swayed gently, and the sculpted railings and jade steps of the princess reflected the sunlight with a dazzling brilliance.

This mansion showcases the unparalleled prestige and glory of its owner, a status that is beyond reach.

"Thud." The black stone fell.

Under a pomegranate tree in full bloom, a merchant named Changge, dressed in riding and archery attire, rested his chin on his hand and looked at the chessboard with a nonchalant expression.

She was originally going to the horse farm to ride horses and shoot arrows, but unexpectedly, the handsome younger brother arrived and said he had something to talk about, so she had no choice but to accompany him.

"Thud." Bai Zi fell.

Shang Changze took in his sister's bored look and, not daring to delay, quickly brought up the most important matter that could be considered the trip.

“These past few days, my mother has been subtly criticizing my elder sister, advising me not to consult her on everything. I suspect it's because of that day…”

After listening to Shang Changze's words, Shang Changge's expression remained unchanged, still showing a bored look. Suddenly, she thought of something and began to think of a solution before speaking.

"Then Aze will listen to Mother and keep his distance from me from today onwards."

"So that my mother wouldn't worry that I, her daughter, harbor rebellious intentions, and that marrying me to Xiao Ji would make me even more unscrupulous and lawless."

Although the stepmother is portrayed as someone who prioritizes self-interest, a dying person with such a heavy heart is bound to have occasional lapses in judgment.

It's better to let her have a smooth and stable life to avoid any unexpected complications; she doesn't like trouble.

Yes, a dying person.

She was unsure whether her blood-stained artifact had any antidote properties or the ability to save her stepmother's life, and she had no intention of experimenting with it.

She was not the original owner of this body and had no feelings for her adoptive mother.

Since transmigrating into the book, her adoptive mother has only ever scolded and disliked her, and has only used her. Although the use of her has resulted in a win-win situation,

However, the win-win situation is based on the premise that she happens to like Xiao Ji; otherwise, she would be a complete victim.

so,

She felt she had absolutely no obligation to save her stepmother.

"Sister."

Seeing Shang Changge's nonchalant attitude, Shang Changze suddenly apologized: "I'm sorry. Over the years, because of me, you've suffered so much."

Whether it was with the Empress Dowager or in the matter of marriage, the grievances suffered by the elder sister were all because of him and the throne.

...

A gentle breeze carries the faint fragrance of pomegranate blossoms in the air.

Shang Changge looked at her handsome younger brother, who was gazing at her with an apologetic expression, and once again felt a sense of disorientation.

The long period of time they spent together prevented her from looking at her older brother through the eyes of her younger brother for a long time, after all, the two were very different.

But today, at this very moment.

She saw her elder brother's shadow in her younger brother once again. After a brief moment of distraction, she looked away and placed another piece.

"You don't need to apologize, it's not your fault."

In the original owner's memories, her younger brother, Shang Changze, treated her extremely well and took great care of her.

However, because of the reasons mentioned by Shang Changze, the original owner had some resentment towards her younger brother, Shang Changze.

However, this small complaint was so insignificant that it could be ignored. The original owner's main complaint was about her biological mother, the Empress Dowager.

Before you know it, it's noon.

Today is Mi Chan's birthday, and the lunch was exceptionally lavish, with a large table packed with colorful, fragrant, and delicious dishes.

Mi Chan now lives in a small courtyard in the Ghost Market, which Qing Yao bought with her own money.

The courtyard was kept very clean inside and out by the maids and decorated very warmly by Mi Chan.

Soon, someone arrived at the courtyard.

"Big sister, big sister~ We're here~" The first little figure to rush in excitedly was Nannan, shouting as she ran.

The two little pigtails tied with red string on her head swayed as she ran, which was incredibly cute!

"Girl, look what this is! It's your favorite sticky rice chicken. Ah Yuan specially went to the market to buy it for you," Grandma Hua said with a smile!

Qingyao went out to buy the peach blossom wine that Michan had suddenly decided to drink, so it was Michan who came out to greet her.

Today, Mi Chan wore a light purple flowing fairy dress that Qing Yao had bought for her, and her makeup was light and elegant.

Already happy because of her birthday and Qingyao's affection for her, she was even more delighted to see Granny Hua and her daughter arrive. She was about to greet them...

Seeing Jing Xiuming step into the courtyard a step later, she was so overjoyed that she burst into tears, her eyes immediately reddening: "A-Yuan."