Chapter 72
Today he was drunk again, wandering around the capital. Fortunately, when he was drunk, he wouldn't wander into the main streets, but would only seek out these deserted alleys.
He had just seen Shen Qingnian and wanted to greet her, but he was too drunk to get up immediately. By the time he staggered over, Shen Qingnian had already left in a carriage.
The servant following Ye Lingzhou guessed, "Miss Shen is dressed simply, she must be here to distribute porridge, there are beggars around here too."
Shen Qingnian would occasionally give porridge to beggars or refugees, a fact known throughout the elite circles of the capital.
Ye Lingzhou's mind was not clear at the moment, and he didn't think much about it. He just sighed, "Qing Nian, Qing Nian is truly kind."
After saying that, he stumbled away.
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When Shen Qingnian returned to the Shen residence, she saw a servant waiting at the gate.
Xiaoju helped her down from the carriage, and the servant bowed and stepped forward: "Miss, the master wants you to go to the study after you return."
Shen Qingnian has not met with Shen Zheng in the past few days.
Inside the study.
Shen Zheng, his face flushed, was writing something with his head down. When Shen Qingnian came in, he waved to her repeatedly, "Qingnian is here. Come and see what your father has written."
Shen Qingnian walked to the table and saw four large characters written on the Xuan paper: "Father's love is as firm as a mountain." Although the characters were neat and rigorous, they exuded a fierce aura.
She straightened herself and said softly, "Father's calligraphy has become increasingly refined."
Shen Zheng's calligraphy used to be neat and meticulous, yet free of any harshness.
Recently, Shen Zheng has been giving away his wealth, which has earned him praise from many officials. With Lin Minxin as a contrast, Shen Zheng's extravagant spending has earned him high praise from the entire court, and the people also love him and Shen Qingnian very much.
The Shen family was already quite prominent, but now it's even more so. The difference is that Shen Zheng used to be fearful, but now that he's lost his family fortune, he's become even more arrogant.
Shen Zheng's expression turned serious: "You will marry into the Crown Prince's Palace in three days. You must remember the words on this Xuan paper."
This was a warning to Shen Qingnian.
"Yes, Father, I will remember your teachings," Shen Qingnian replied obediently.
She was always obedient in front of Shen Zheng.
Shen Zheng sat down in a chair and looked at Shen Qingnian, who was standing in front of him with her head down, with a thoughtful expression on his face.
After a moment, he finally spoke: "I saw your aunt today. Does she know you are going to the Eastern Palace?"
Shen Qingnian raised her head, her expression happy and her tone excited: "I have already spoken to my aunt and asked her to stay in the courtyard. Once I give birth to my eldest son, I can take my aunt away from the capital."
After carefully observing Shen Qingnian's expression and confirming that she was telling the truth, Shen Zheng said affectionately, "His Highness the Crown Prince is gentle and kind, and he has genuine feelings for you. If you wish to stay by His Highness's side after giving birth to your eldest son, that is also possible as long as your aunt stays obediently in the courtyard."
Shen Qingnian's eyes showed surprise, and she immediately frowned and refused: "Father, your daughter would never stay by His Highness's side. Your concubine's status is always a hidden danger, and your daughter will not put your concubine in danger!"
"His Highness the Crown Prince is the future Emperor, and you are the Crown Princess. If you stay by His Highness's side, you will become the future Empress. Qing Nian, are you really not tempted?" Shen Zheng said slowly, his words carrying a seductive tone.
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