Upon hearing this, Shen Zhiyi merely chuckled a few times.
It is said that the emperor is subject to the same laws as the common people. The Song family's treason was only based on letters and there was no conclusive evidence. However, the third prince's treason was a fact, and even so, he was only imprisoned.
He was released after a little over a month.
Being a prince is truly wonderful.
Meanwhile, the regent went south to oversee the flood relief efforts, and more than a month has passed in the blink of an eye.
——
That day, Shen Zhiyi was sitting in the courtyard, reading a book.
Hongrui served her favorite pastries. When she saw the plate of magnolia-shaped pastries, she was momentarily reminded of Zhou Xuance, wondering how he was doing in the south.
Why are you spacing out again?
Shen Zhiyi suddenly came to her senses, not knowing when Wen Qing had appeared in the courtyard. "Sister-in-law, what brings you here?"
"I've been here for a while, but you were so distracted that you didn't even notice me."
Wen Qing has been married into the Duke's mansion for nearly two months. She is an excellent person, and it is easy to fall in love with her. She and Shen Jingchuan treat each other with respect and affection.
As she spoke, she placed an exquisite box in front of her.
After Shen Zhiyi opened it, inside was a pair of exquisite jade hairpins. "Sister-in-law, this is..."
"Sent by the Third Prince."
"Um?"
“When your elder brother and I held our wedding banquet, some people tried to subtly inquire about you. They all seemed interested in you. But ever since the Third Prince started sending you things every now and then, no one has dared to ask about you anymore.”
"Return the items to him."
“I understand, but the Third Prince is not easy to deal with.”
"I understand." Shen Zhiyi closed the book in her hands.
"You often space out; are you thinking about things, or are you thinking about someone?"
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