The banquet reached its climax, and Duanmu Yuwei and Sheng Yunrong met again. This time, they sat at the same table, closer to each other, and the atmosphere became more subtle.

Sheng Yunrong smiled softly and said, "Sister, I heard that you have been learning the piano recently. Do you have any experience?"

Duanmu Yuwei smiled slightly and said, "Sister, you are too kind. I only know a little bit, so how dare I embarrass myself in front of you."

Sheng Yunrong's eyes flashed with disdain, and she said, "Sister, you don't have to be modest. I am willing to ask you for advice."

Duanmu Yuwei sneered in her heart, but remained calm on the surface, saying: "How dare I be your younger sister? Your elder sister is the real master of the zither art."

The two of them were talking back and forth, testing each other, and the atmosphere became increasingly tense. At this time, a woman named Liu'er came over, bowed to Sheng Yunrong and said, "Miss, there is a guest named Mr. Li outside who wants to see you."

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and said, "Mr. Li? Is he the talented Li Mubai?"

Liu Er nodded and said, "That's right, he said he had something important to discuss with the young lady."

A glimmer of joy flashed in Sheng Yunrong's eyes. She stood up and said to Duanmu Yuwei, "Sister, I'll be leaving for a moment."

Duanmu Yuwei smiled slightly and said, "Sister, please go ahead."

After Sheng Yunrong left, Duanmu Yuwei looked at her back and sneered in her heart.

As expected, soon after Sheng Yunrong and Li Mubai left the banquet hall, someone quietly told Duanmu Yuwei that Sheng Yunrong and Li Mubai were having a secret meeting in the garden. Duanmu Yuwei remained calm and decided to observe secretly.

In the garden, Sheng Yunrong and Li Mubai stood opposite each other, with cunning eyes. Sheng Yunrong asked, "Mr. Li, what brings you to Duanmu Mansion this time?"

Li Mubai smiled slightly and said, "Miss Sheng, I came here this time to discuss an important matter with you."

A hint of curiosity flashed in Sheng Yunrong's eyes, and she asked, "What's the matter?"

Li Mubai said: "Recently, the Duanmu Mansion seems to be a little unstable. We can take this opportunity to take over the Duanmu Mansion."

Sheng Yunrong's eyes flashed with excitement, and she said, "Mr. Li, what are your plans?"

Li Mubai leaned close to Sheng Yunrong's ear and whispered a few words. Sheng Yunrong nodded repeatedly, with a determined light flashing in her eyes.

Duanmu Yuwei heard all these conversations in secret. She sneered in her heart. These two ambitious people dared to plot against Duanmu Mansion. She decided to find a way to stop their conspiracy.

After the banquet, Duanmu Yuwei found an opportunity to tell her father Duanmu Zheng about the conversation with Sheng Yunrong and Li Mubai. Duanmu Zheng was furious and immediately took measures to thwart the conspiracy of Sheng Yunrong and Li Mubai.

Duanmu Yuwei's tears were as crystal clear as morning dew, sliding across her pale cheeks, making her look particularly pitiful. Sheng Yunrong saw this and couldn't help but feel a little sympathy in her heart, but her expression remained indifferent.

"Second Miss, why are you doing this?" Sheng Yunrong opened her red lips slightly. Although her voice was soft, it was enough to make Duanmu Yuwei's heart tremble.

Duanmu Yuwei forced a smile, trying to hide her fragility: "Sister Sheng, I... I just accidentally shed two tears."

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, but a sharp look flashed in her eyes: "When did the second young lady of Duanmu Mansion become so fragile?"

Duanmu Yuwei lowered her eyes, not daring to look Sheng Yunrong in the eye. She knew in her heart that Sheng Yunrong was testing her and reminding her that the grudge between the Duanmu and Sheng mansions could not be easily resolved.

"Sister Sheng, I know that I am of low status and not worthy of being compared with you." Duanmu Yuwei said softly, "But please believe me, I have no ill intentions, I just want to live in peace with you."

The sharpness in Sheng Yunrong's eyes gradually disappeared, replaced by a hint of tenderness: "Second Miss, I understand your thoughts. But do you know that the grudge between the Duanmu Mansion and the Sheng Mansion did not happen overnight?"

Duanmu Yuwei raised her head, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "I understand, but I also believe that as long as we are willing, grudges can always be resolved."

The atmosphere between the two gradually became harmonious. Duanmu Yuwei felt that this was an opportunity, an opportunity to bring the two closer.

"Sister Sheng, I heard that you are proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Could you let me see it for yourself?" Duanmu Yuwei tried to change the subject to make the atmosphere more relaxed.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly: "Of course. However, you also know that playing the piano, chess, calligraphy and painting is not easy, it requires hard work."

Duanmu Yuwei's eyes flashed with anticipation: "I am willing to work hard, as long as Sister Sheng is willing to teach me."

Sheng Yunrong looked at Duanmu Yuwei's eyes, and her heart was moved. She seemed to see her own shadow in the past, the self who was full of expectations and eager to learn.

On this day, Duanmu Yuwei was admiring the flowers in the garden with Sheng Yunrong. Suddenly, a servant came running in hurriedly with a letter in his hand.

"Second Miss, this is a letter from the Sheng Mansion." The servant panted and handed the letter to Duanmu Yuwei.

Duanmu Yuwei took the letter and her heart tightened. She knew that this letter must be related to the grudge between the Sheng Mansion and the Duanmu Mansion.

She opened the envelope, and the contents inside made her face turn pale instantly.

"Sister Sheng, what's written in the letter?" Sheng Yunrong asked with concern when she saw this.

Duanmu Yuwei forced a smile: "Nothing, just some trivial matters at home."

However, the fear in her heart became stronger and stronger. She knew that the feud between Sheng Mansion and Duanmu Mansion had reached the point where it had to be resolved.

She couldn't help but clench her fists, and a hint of determination flashed in her eyes.

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Sheng Yunrong frowned, her eyes revealing deep doubt and confusion. She had always thought that this plot must be against her good friend Situ Bo, but the truth was far more absurd than she had imagined.

She turned and went back to the hall of Sheng Mansion. At this time, many people had already gathered in the hall, including officials of all ranks, servants, and her relatives and friends, all gathered here, waiting for news from Sheng Yunrong.

When Sheng Yunrong walked into the hall, Tu Subo immediately came to greet her. He looked at Sheng Yunrong's face and asked with concern: "Miss, what is the truth? But Situ Bo..."

Sheng Yunrong shook her head gently and interrupted Tu Subo: "Things are not what we imagined. The truth behind this is really incredible."

Tu Subo frowned and looked at Sheng Yunrong in confusion: "Miss, what should we do next?"

Sheng Yunrong pondered for a moment, then looked at Tu Subo: "Subo, this matter involves a lot of things, we can't act blindly anymore. I want you to investigate this matter immediately and make sure you get to the bottom of it."

Tu Subo nodded and turned to leave. Sheng Yunrong looked at his back and prayed in her heart that he could find the truth.

People in the hall were whispering, and Sheng Yunrong knew they were all discussing this matter. She walked into the crowd, looked at everyone, and said firmly: "I know you have many doubts in your hearts, but I promise you that I will definitely find out the truth about this matter and give you justice."