Shen Muzhi, who was practicing with his sword, paused for a moment, "This sword is not bad, let me take another look."
"If you won't leave, then I will!"
"Little sister!" Shen Muzhi chased after her, not forgetting to tell Kong Qing, "Please thank the prince for me. I'm sorry for bothering you."
He wasn't as quick-witted as his older brother, but he genuinely cared for and loved his younger sister. He followed her around, asking what had happened and why she had suddenly become angry.
Shen Muzhi's original intention was to take his younger sister out for a walk to relax.
But the younger sister said, "Second brother, I think you should read more books?"
"Um?"
One of the things Shen Muzhi hated most was reading.
He wondered if he had offended his younger sister somehow, but Shen Zhiyi said, "Now that you are a captain, if you are illiterate, you will easily be looked down upon by your subordinates. It's always good to read more books."
Shen Muzhi thought it made sense and found a military book that interested him in his study.
Seeing her second brother working hard, Shen Zhiyi felt gratified and specially went to make him tea...
When he returned, he was already asleep on the table.
He's utterly hopeless!
On the other hand, my younger brother has been going to the Royal Library every day lately.
The two certainly don't look like brothers.
Besides military affairs, the eldest brother has also been preparing for his wedding. He even privately approached Shen Zhiyi to inquire about Wen Qing's preferences so that the servants could better decorate the new house and courtyard.
Shen Jingchuan is an excellent person. Since he is going to marry Wen Qing, he will naturally do his best to treat her well.
Considering that her parents wouldn't be staying in Beijing for very long, after the marriage proposal, both families discussed arranging for the two to get married as soon as possible, next month.
The Wen family said, "The ceremony doesn't need to be too grand. The capital is in a lot of chaos lately. Just invite some familiar relatives and friends. As long as Jingchuan treats Qingqing well in the future, nothing else matters."
Actually, they had another consideration.
Shen Zhiyi had just divorced, and this matter was still a topic of conversation among people in the capital. If the Duke's mansion were to hold another grand wedding, it would inevitably bring up the old story again. They were also worried that if she saw her elder brother holding a banquet, it would evoke painful memories of her past marriage.
The Shen family was aware of the Wen family's considerations.
Grand Tutor Wen has only one daughter, so naturally he wouldn't mistreat her.
The wedding was to be conducted according to the highest standards in the capital. On the day of the betrothal, the carriages carrying the betrothal gifts stretched for half a street, leaving everyone in awe.
The Wen family daughter is truly blessed.
"What good fortune? The Wen family was never bad. If the Grand Tutor hadn't retired from court due to poor health, the Wen family would have been at the height of its power."
"Indeed, His Majesty is reluctant to part with the Grand Tutor, so he specially granted him a mansion to live out his retirement in the capital, and he also summons him to the palace from time to time, which shows His Majesty's love and respect for Grand Tutor Wen."
"Therefore, Miss Wen and the young master are a match made in heaven."
...
The marriage between the Duke's Mansion and the Wen family was considered a perfect match by the common people.
This inevitably brings up the Song family and the topic of Shen Zhiyi's past marriage.
Although most people said that the Song family was shameless, a small number of people said that Shen Zhiyi was stupid and foolish, and that no one would dare to marry a divorced woman, as she would probably have to live alone at home.
Shen Zhiyi didn't care about the rumors outside; she was busy helping her parents write wedding invitations.
"Father, are you going to invite the Regent as well?" Shen Zhiyi frowned.
"Shouldn't we have invited him?"
"That's not what my daughter meant."
“Your second brother often visits his residence and bothers him. Qi’an has also received his care. Your brother is getting married, so he should be invited.” Shen Chongde said frankly, “However, he has been busy dealing with spies in the army lately, so he probably has no time for anything else. Even if we invite him, he may not have time to come.”
"But we must not neglect etiquette."
Chen Zhi nodded repeatedly.
"Actually, he had a tough time too. He was the late emperor's most beloved youngest son. When he was still young, the late emperor and Consort Xiao passed away one after another, which was a great blow to him."
Xu Yunyi chimed in, "So it's understandable that he's a bit aloof."
Shen Zhiyi frowned. "Father, didn't you used to look down on him?"
"That was before. I think he's a very good person now. I heard from your older brother that he helped with the family reunion banquet at the Marquis's residence and later with the divorce."
"Um."
"Although he and I have some past grievances, he is willing to help you, which shows that he is not a narrow-minded person."
"..."
The Regent's wedding invitation was personally delivered by his elder brother, who even dined at his residence.
Shen Zhiyi had no idea when Zhou Xuanze had become so close to her family.
**
The entire Duke's mansion was busy preparing for the eldest brother's wedding. That day, his parents went to Dajue Temple, saying they wanted to get a good fortune for the eldest brother and Sister Wen, hoping that the two could have a harmonious marriage, stay together for a long time, and grow old together.
With her eldest and second eldest brothers both busy with official business, and her youngest brother having gone to the Royal Library, Shen Zhiyi was left alone at home.
She had just found a white jade locket and was thinking of making a necklace to give to her elder brother and future sister-in-law as a wedding gift when a servant rushed in in a hurry.
"How dare you! You barged into a young lady's room without being announced!" Hongrui frowned.
"It's nothing." Shen Zhiyi noticed his panicked expression. "What happened?"
"Young Master, something has happened."
"What!"
Shen Zhiyi hurriedly put down the necklace in her hand and rushed outside, asking the servants to explain the matter in detail.
"I don't know the specifics of what happened, but I heard someone report that the young master got into an argument with someone when he returned from the library, and he was probably beaten up."
The people who attacked the Duke's mansion?
Who dares to be so bold!
Unlike my second brother, who acts recklessly, I don't easily get into arguments. What exactly happened?
Moreover, he was weak since childhood, and even though he is well-fed now, he has not learned any martial arts skills while following his father and brothers. If he were to fight someone, he would definitely suffer a loss.
Shen Zhiyi went directly to the backyard, picked up the whip, and rode her horse straight towards the Royal Library.
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