Chapter 6 Who does she think she is? How dare she compete with Tang Ning?
The four-horse carriage, covered with thick cushions, was extremely spacious, and there was a long table inside.
Song Tangning was originally worried that Xiao Yan would cause trouble for her or ridicule her for being so audacious, but who knew that after getting in the car, he leaned against the opposite side to take a nap.
When the man closed his eyes, the lines on his face softened, and his cold, white face sank into the gently swaying light and shadow, like a cold jade falling into warm water, eliminating the harshness that oppressed people's hearts.
She gradually relaxed and couldn't help turning her head to lift the curtain beside her.
The mountain is not far from the capital, and Xiao Yan's farm is on the outskirts of the city.
In the early spring, the peach blossoms have not yet bloomed and the plum blossoms have already faded. The farmlands covered with snow all around do not actually have a very good view. The cold wind blowing on the face is a bit freezing, but Tang Ning, who has not seen the sun for a long time, is greedily breathing in the breath of freedom.
When the carriage entered the East City Gate, more people were walking around.
The gradually bustling voices and the occasional hawking made her feel very real that she was really back.
When the carriage arrived in front of Prince Cheng's mansion, they learned that Princess Cheng had gone to the residence of the Minister of Revenue for a banquet.
Canglang stood outside and said, "The third son of the Qian family is getting married today. Princess Cheng is attending the banquet. I heard that Prince Xie is also there..."
"Do we need to go in and wait for them?" Xiao Yan looked at Song Tangning.
Song Tangning bit her lip lightly. She was thrown into the mountains and nearly died, but Xie Yin was happy to attend the banquet: "No, let's go directly to the Qian family!"
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Minister of Revenue Qian Baokun was born into a prominent family in Lingnan. Although he did not have the same background as the Cui and Lu families in Beijing, he had already sat firmly on the top seat of the Ministry of Revenue at the age of forty. He had held this important position in the court for ten years without moving. This ability alone was enough to make people from all walks of life in Beijing friendly with him.
Sanlang in his house married the daughter of the Enyuan Earl, who was also from a prominent family. At this time, the Qian Mansion was full of guests and was extremely lively.
Princess Cheng was sitting with others in an octagonal pavilion with a curtain, laughing and discussing the Qian family's good marriage. She vaguely saw some young men and women chatting and laughing as they walked towards her in the distance.
"Isn't that Prince Xie?"
Mrs. Zhou, the wife of Marquis Wenxin, who was familiar with Princess Cheng, smiled and said, "The girl next to Prince Xie looks unfamiliar. Could it be that good things are coming?"
Princess Cheng followed her gaze and immediately showed disgust on her face: "Don't bring bad luck to me, a concubine's daughter who is not worthy of being on the stage."
"A concubine's daughter?"
The wife of Marquis Wenxin was surprised, "Could it be the one from the Song family?"
As soon as these words were spoken, Princess Cheng's face turned dark.
Everyone knows that Princess Cheng's elder sister married into the Duke of Song's mansion and is very affectionate with Song Xi, the second master of the Song family.
Rong gave birth to a daughter at an early age and her body was damaged and she could no longer get pregnant. However, the elegant Mr. Song refused to take a concubine and only lived with Rong.
After these two people passed away at an early age, many people sighed at their deep love, and everyone talked about their deep affection. But who would have thought that a while ago, the Song family suddenly had a concubine's daughter, who was said to be the descendant of the deceased Second Master Song.
This matter is a rare one in the capital. At first, many people praised Mr. Song's infatuation, but after this matter happened, many people ridiculed him.
At that time, everyone thought that the Song family would keep the concubine's daughter in the mansion to cover up the scandal, but who knew that the Song family's Yutai Master took the concubine's daughter to several banquets.
He told everyone that she was a girl from the Song family, and asked people to take good care of her, and spoke of her with love and compassion. Within a few days, everyone in the capital knew that he had a cousin from the next room.
Now it seems that Prince Xie of Prince Cheng's Mansion is also very close to that concubine's daughter?
Xie Yin and the others also noticed Princess Cheng and the others, and they all came over.
"Mother."
Xie Yin has a handsome appearance and his smile is full of youthful vigor.
The others also bowed and said, "Greetings, Princess Cheng."
Seeing Song Shulan standing there somewhat bewilderedly, as if she didn't recognize the person in front of her, Xie Yin came to her rescue with pity:
"Shulan, this is my mother, Princess Cheng, and this is the wife of Marquis Wenxin. My mother is actually your aunt, so there's no need to be restrained."
Song Shulan stepped forward shyly: "Shulan greets aunt."
"My sister only has one daughter, so please don't call her a girl."
Princess Cheng's words made Song Shulan's face turn pale.
Xie Yin frowned: "Mother!"
"Why are you shouting? The person is here, are you calling for his soul?"
Princess Cheng is not a good-tempered person.
She already disliked this illegitimate daughter who suddenly appeared, and felt sorry for her own sister and niece.
Now, seeing her son actually approaching her, she said angrily, "You're going to enter the academy in the spring. Why are you here instead of studying hard at home? Also, I didn't give you any sisters, so don't try to marry someone else and tarnish their reputation for no reason."
The young men and women who were originally laughing and making noises suddenly became quiet.
Princess Cheng's words seemed like she was scolding Xie Yin, but everyone could hear what she meant.
Song Shulan's eyes turned red instantly, tears welled up in her eyes, and her slender body was shaking.
Xie Yin suddenly felt extremely distressed.
He knew that his mother did not like Shulan's background, but it was not her choice. Besides, she was also the daughter of the Song family and the blood of her uncle. She should return to the Song family and live a life as respected as Tang Ning.
Why would a mother make things difficult for a weak woman?
"Mother, Shulan is also my uncle's daughter, just like Tangning. Please don't make things difficult for her..."
"Shut up!"
Princess Cheng's face turned cold. "How can a concubine's daughter who is not presentable be like Tang Ning?"
"What's the point of being decent? She is the descendant of my uncle's family and Tang Ning's closest sister. She is gentle and kind, and takes care of Tang Ning in every way. Can't you give her some of the love you give to Tang Ning?" Xie Yin looked dissatisfied.
Princess Cheng was almost mad at his words. She stood up suddenly with a dark face and wanted to lose her temper.
Mrs. Wenxinhou quickly pulled her aside and said, "Calm down, calm down. This is the Qian family. Don't make a fool of yourself in front of the children."
Princess Cheng's chest heaved as she glanced at the startled young men and women. She suppressed her anger, "Does she deserve my love?"
"I'm telling you, Xie Yin, Tang Ning is Tang Ning, and she is her. You only have one sister, Tang Ning. Not some filthy person can get close to my sister."
She knew about the incident in the Song family. Tang Ning had cried in grievance several times before, and this concubine's daughter was the root of the trouble.
Princess Cheng turned her head and looked at Song Shulan, who was in tears. "I don't care how you mess around in the Song family. Even if you turn the tables, I won't bother to pay attention. But don't use my son to show off in front of me, otherwise don't blame me for being rude to you."
"I don't……"
Song Shulan's eyes were red with grievance.
She had never done anything. It was Brother A Yin who took the initiative to find her and he was the one who kept holding her.
Princess Cheng was too lazy to watch Song Shulan's behavior, fearing that she would not be able to resist beating up her stupid son. She pulled the wife of Marquis Wenxin and wanted to leave, but before she turned around, she heard a surprised cry from not far away.
"Lord Xiao is here."
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