They arrived at the garden where the Empress Dowager was.
Before the three of them even went inside, they could hear laughter and chatter coming from inside.
As soon as the three of them went inside, the conversation inside stopped.
Upon seeing that it was His Highness the Crown Prince who had entered, all the unmarried young ladies present blushed and secretly peeked at him. They all rose from their seats and bowed to Xie Jingrun, saying, "Your subject greets His Highness the Crown Prince!"
Among the group of young ladies were Shangguan Yanran and Rong Yiyi.
The former winked at Rong Qingqing with delight, while the latter harbored intense jealousy in her eyes, especially when she saw the princess acting intimately with her, which deepened her envy.
What tricks did that bitch Rong Qingqing use?
"No need for formalities," Xie Jingrun said indifferently, without even glancing at them, and walked straight to the Empress Dowager, bowing slightly, "Grandson greets His Majesty."
The Empress Dowager was overjoyed to see him and quickly raised her hand in a gesture of affection, saying, "Crown Prince, please rise."
Xie Jingrun straightened up as instructed.
Looking at this grandson of the emperor, the Empress Dowager was excited and happy. The emperor had few children and only had one son, Feng Mo, which had always been a regret in her heart. Now that she had another grandson, how could she not be happy?
The Empress Dowager could not hide the joy on her face.
This time, she came back specifically for this grandson.
She was praying for the country at the temple when she heard that Xie Jingrun was actually her grandson. She couldn't stay there any longer and quickly brought her people back.
Although the emperor and the crown prince came to see her as soon as she returned to the palace, she was genuinely happy that the crown prince was taking the initiative to pay his respects to her.
At this moment, the elegantly dressed woman standing next to the Empress Dowager glanced at Xie Jingrun and suddenly said, "Looking at it this way, the Crown Prince doesn't look much like Consort Li from back then."
Upon hearing this, the Empress Dowager glanced at her and said, "Xingxiu resembles his father, the Emperor."
Upon hearing this, the woman in fine clothes stopped talking in a huff and turned her gaze to Rong Qingqing behind Xie Jingrun. Her eyes flickered for a moment before she said, "Speaking of which, the Crown Prince and Princess Su are quite destined for each other."
These words were immediately understood by everyone.
It really is fate.
The two were previously stepmother and stepson, but unexpectedly, one has now become the crown prince and the other has become the only princess of the Prince Su's mansion.
Rong Qingqing noticed the envious or jealous gazes of the young ladies fixed on her, and couldn't help but look up at the woman in gorgeous clothes.
She had actually already guessed her identity.
She must be Princess Huaiyin.
Thinking of that letter, her heart stirred slightly.
Although her father trusted Princess Huaiyin, she always felt that the letter must be related to her, and even that her mother's sudden departure from Suzhou was her doing.
"Mother, these young girls are so energetic. It's still early, why don't we let them perform some talents for you?" Princess Huaiyin's voice rang out again.
Upon hearing this, the young ladies were all eager to try.
They longed to showcase their talents in front of the Crown Prince.
However, the Empress Dowager said, "The banquet is about to begin, let's postpone it to another day."
Princess Huaiyin didn't react much to this, but the young ladies below were somewhat disappointed.
Feng Xin curled her lip. These bitches dared to try and seduce Brother Jingrun. Did they even deserve it?
Xie Jingrun grew impatient being surrounded by women and made an excuse to leave.
Before the banquet began, Rong Qingqing went to the outhouse.
When they returned, they were surprised to see Rong Yiyi standing at the entrance of the garden.
Hearing the voice, she turned around with a mocking smile on her face, "Sister, you've been granted the title of Princess, and I haven't properly congratulated you yet."
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