Jiang Yinjin glanced away, trying to hide her embarrassment, "It's nothing."
How could she possibly tell the reason for her tears? Besides, she's still confused and bewildered.
Things have changed a lot recently.
Or rather, every day after her rebirth was not under her control.
She thought that Ms. Shen would come to mock and provoke her; but in reality, Ms. Shen avoided direct contact between the two of them at every turn to avoid conflict.
She thought Prince Bai would be foolish and confused, but in reality, Prince Bai was very perceptive and tried his best to make amends to her.
She thought the lady would favor the young master Bai, but in reality, the lady was simple-minded and always the one being played.
She thought the Marquis would be unreasonable, but in reality, he was a true tough guy, with the flaw of being simple-minded but also the advantage of being responsible.
But that wasn't the real reason she was so upset and cried.
The reason is...
Driven by revenge, she repeatedly framed Shen, only to be exposed by the princess in public. Shen, far from holding a grudge, not only pardoned her but also protected and cared for her future.
In order to overthrow the Marquis's mansion, she plotted to link the mansion with the rebel king. However, when the young master Bai fell critically ill, the Marquis's mansion was willing to divorce him ahead of schedule, not only without requiring compensation, but also by giving away half of the betrothal gifts.
She used to think she was righteous, but now... she doesn't know if she is righteous anymore.
If she is a bad person, then what about the injustices she suffered in her past life?
If she is a good person, why would she use such despicable and vicious means to scheme against the people of the Marquis of Anning's family, who are also destined for misfortune?
In her previous life, she hated evil people the most, but in her rebirth, she became the evil person herself!
This sense of shame, regret, and confusion caused her unbearable pain, which is why she broke down and cried uncontrollably when her parents came to pick her up today.
Seeing that Jiang Yinjin hadn't answered for a long time and her eyes were red, Shen Mianmian was afraid that she would start crying again, so she quickly reminded her, "Ahem... I'm sorry, I understand your emotional fluctuations, but can we make this short? I have to go back to be with the young master."
Jiang Yinjin then remembered the prince's illness, quickly putting aside her own thoughts, and asked in a low voice, "How is the prince?"
Chen Mianmian sighed and shook her head.
Jiang Yinjin bit her lip and said, "I know a famous doctor. He cured my brother Hanrong's terminal illness. Otherwise, I'll bring him here."
Shen Mianmian was startled—Oh no! The poison that the imperial physician couldn't see might be detected by that famous doctor. After all, famous doctors aren't scary; it's the female lead's cheat ability that's scary!
Shen Mianmian immediately feigned a sob, "Thank you for your kindness, but... please forgive the young master for not wishing to see you."
Jiang Yinjin was taken aback. "The young master doesn't want to see me?"
Logically, shouldn't she be the one resenting Bai Qingzhou? How did it become Bai Qingzhou resenting her?
"Please don't ask about the specific reasons. Time will tell."
That was all; whether Jiang Yinjin understood was up to her.
Jiang Yinjin hesitated for a moment, then finally pursed her lips and said, "...I understand."
Shen Mianmian didn't know if Jiang Yinjin understood her meaning, and didn't have time to analyze Jiang Yinjin's opinion. "Excuse me, did you see me today just to say goodbye? If there's nothing else, I'll go back first."
"Wait, there is!" Jiang Yinjin hurriedly called out, then winked at Chu Xue and Chu Yu.
The two immediately stepped back, distancing themselves from their master.
Seeing this, Liu Xiangning also quietly retreated to the side.
Jiang Yinjin composed herself, calmed down, and asked in a low voice, "Tell me, if something really happens to the young master, what are your plans?"
Chen Mianmian replied, "I will stay here to remain a widow for the Crown Prince."
Jiang Yinjin was startled, "A widow?"
"yes."
"But you're still young!"
Shen Mianmian nodded, "Yes, but the prince has been so good to me, and he even hurt you for my sake. How can I let him down? If anything happens to the prince, and I immediately remarry, what kind of person would I become? How would the prince feel? How would you feel?"
"..." Jiang Yinjin looked anxious. "But the young master likes you and naturally hopes that you will have a smooth and happy life. If you become a widow at a young age and live a lonely life, the young master will not be at peace even in the afterlife."
Chenmianmian—no, the Phoenix Chick isn't dead yet, and the two of them are already discussing whether the Phoenix Chick can rest in peace in the afterlife. Isn't that inappropriate?
"Thank you for your advice, Miss Jiang. I appreciate your kindness, but let's not bring this up again."
Seeing that Madam Shen remained unmoved, Jiang Yinjin could only sigh, "Alright, I won't try to persuade you anymore. I came here not only to say goodbye and ask about your future plans, but also to remind you that I still owe you a favor. If you ever need anything, just come to me and I will repay it."
Shen Mianmian nodded, "Okay, I understand."
"..."
Although Shen appeared very sincere, how could Jiang Yinjin, who had lived two lives, not see through her perfunctory attitude?
She bit her lip, her face turning pale. "You think I'm incapable of repaying your favor?"
"Huh?" Shen Mianmian was taken aback.
Jiang Yinjin sneered, "Yes, I am a loser. I was clearly in a higher position and had a better background than you when I was in the Marquis's mansion, but in the end I was inferior to you in every way and ended up losing. Now I have the audacity to say that I want to repay your favor. It is normal that you do not believe me."
Shen Mianmian hurriedly explained, "No, please don't overthink it. I never said you're inferior to me in every way. You're very capable, you just don't know it yourself! Besides, I'm not just trying to appease you, I'm just too worried about the young master."
Besides, I don't have any plans for the future. I don't intend to trouble you, nor have I ever troubled anyone, so I didn't mean to look down on you. Please don't misunderstand!
Jiang Yinjin realized she had made a fool of herself again, and pursed her lips in a huff, "To tell you the truth, I have a partnership with the King of Qin, and if nothing unexpected happens, I will definitely have the ability to repay your favor in the future."
Shen Mianmian was stunned again, "You have a partnership with the King of Qin?"
"Yes! You don't need to know the specifics of the cooperation. You just need to know that the future King of Qin will be second only to the emperor, and I will also gain enough power through the King of Qin to repay your favor."
Shen Mianmian was stunned. "So, after you left the Marquis of Anning's residence, you went to find the Prince of Qin?"
Jiang Yinjin blushed, her eyes flickering, "...Mm."
Chen Mianmian stood there, stunned, her heart filled with mixed feelings.
I had hoped the male and female leads would develop a romantic relationship, but unfortunately, I couldn't bring them together.
Now she is gradually accepting the fact that she remains in the novel, but the female protagonist says she wants to go find the male protagonist.
Truly, life is unpredictable!
They exchanged a few more words and then parted ways.
Jiang Yinjin left the Anning Marquis's residence with her parents, while Chen Mianmian returned to Qingfeng Courtyard to take care of the young master.
When they returned, they found the prince still fast asleep.
Chen Mianmian soaked a towel in warm water and gently wiped the man's increasingly sunken cheeks. Her fingers accidentally touched the man's face, and she found that his usually gentle and jade-like face was now as cold as... a corpse.
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