Pei Jinxiao smiled bitterly and covered it up by saying, "It's just some trivial matters. I'm sorry to bother Miss Sheng."

Sheng Yunrong sat opposite him, her eyes firm: "Mr. Pei, I know your concerns and your misunderstandings about the Sheng family. Today, I hope to solve the mystery in your heart."

Pei Jinxiao was silent for a while, then sighed: "Miss Sheng, I already understand it in my heart, but there are some things that I cannot accept."

Sheng Yunrong gently held Pei Jinxiao's hand, her eyes full of determination: "Mr. Pei, I believe you. No matter what happened in the past, I will be by your side and face it together."

Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong, a touch of emotion flashed in his eyes. He held Sheng Yunrong's hand tightly, his voice trembling a little: "Miss Sheng, I...I am willing to believe you."

The atmosphere between the two became warm. Sheng Yunrong looked at Pei Jinxiao's tired eyes and said distressedly: "Mr. Pei, you must have been very tired last night. Why don't I make you a bowl of soothing soup so that you can have a good rest."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly, his eyes full of gratitude: "With Miss Sheng here, I have someone to rely on."

Sheng Yunrong personally cooked a calming soup for Pei Jinxiao, and Pei Jinxiao watched her busy figure from the side, with warmth in his heart. When the soup was ready, Sheng Yunrong brought it to Pei Jinxiao, who took the bowl, blew away the hot steam, and drank it all.

"Miss Sheng, your cooking skills are getting better and better." Pei Jinxiao smiled, his eyes full of satisfaction.

Sheng Yunrong smiled shyly and patted Pei Jinxiao's shoulder gently: "You little fool, you always praise me like this, aren't you afraid that I will be proud?"

Pei Jinxiao laughed and held Sheng Yunrong's hand: "I'm just afraid that you are not proud enough, Miss Sheng."

The two smiled at each other, and the distance between them seemed to be closer.

However, at this moment, the housekeeper of the Sheng Mansion hurried into the study, looking panicked: "Miss Sheng, something terrible has happened! The Sheng family has been convicted by the emperor, their property has been confiscated, and Mr. Sheng has been thrown into prison."

Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao's expressions changed at the same time. Sheng Yunrong stood up suddenly with a firm look on her face: "Let's go back to the Sheng family immediately!"

Pei Jinxiao also stood up immediately and held Sheng Yunrong's hand tightly: "Miss Sheng, I will go back with you. No matter what the Sheng family encounters, I will overcome the difficulties with you."

The two hurriedly left Pei's house and returned to Sheng's house. Sheng's house had been sealed off. Sheng Yunrong looked at the dilapidated home with tears in her eyes. She held Pei Jinxiao's hand tightly and said firmly: "Mr. Pei, no matter what happened to the Sheng family, I will face it with you."

Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong affectionately, his eyes full of determination: "Miss Sheng, I will accompany you to rebuild the Sheng family and help you restore the family's glory."

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Sheng Yunrong's cheeks were lightly flushed, but her heart was beating like a deer. She slowly lowered her head, and felt that Pei Jinxiao's words "the first woman I truly fell in love with" were like a spring breeze, warming her frozen heart.

The night in Sheng Mansion became more and more intense. The lights were on. Officials and their families gathered in the garden, laughing and singing. Sheng Yunrong quietly retreated to the pavilion nearby. As soon as she sat down, she saw Pei Jinxiao walking over. His dark robe looked particularly calm under the light.

"Miss Sheng, are you admiring the moon here alone?" Pei Jinxiao's voice was gentle and mellow, with a hint of imperceptible concern.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, with shyness between her eyebrows: "Your Majesty, thank you for your praise. I just think it's quiet here."

Pei Jinxiao nodded gently, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes: "Miss Sheng's temperament is indeed unique."

The atmosphere between the two gradually became harmonious, and Sheng Yunrong couldn't help but ask: "Prince, do you really like me?"

Pei Jinxiao's eyes became deep, and he looked at Sheng Yunrong seriously: "Yes, I have never felt this way about any woman. Your talent, your beauty, and your kindness make me unable to extricate myself."

Sheng Yunrong's heartbeat quickened. She lowered her head, twisting the corner of her clothes with her fingers unconsciously: "Your Highness, I know that my status is low and I am not worthy of you..."

Pei Jinxiao interrupted her immediately: "Miss Sheng, don't say that. In this world, what does status and position mean? If I, Pei Jinxiao, really like someone, I won't care about these things."

Hearing this, Sheng Yunrong's heart was filled with warmth. She raised her head with a determined light in her eyes: "My Lord, I am willing to be with you, no matter what difficulties we will encounter in the future."

Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with joy, and he held Sheng Yunrong's hand tightly: "Okay, we will face it together."

In the night, the two figures intertwined, like a beautiful painting.

At this time, at the banquet in Sheng Mansion, Sheng Yunrong's sister Sheng Wan'er quietly came over. She looked at the backs of Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao, and a trace of jealousy flashed in her eyes. She sneered and turned to find her fiancé, Lu Qing, the cousin of Sheng Mansion.

"Cousin, have you seen my sister and Prince Jing? They are in the pavilion." There was a hint of dissatisfaction in Sheng Wan'er's voice.

Lu Qing glanced at her calmly: "Isn't it normal for Miss Sheng to be with Prince Jing?"

Sheng Wan'er bit her lip and said, "Cousin, do you really not think there is something going on between them?"

Lu Qing smiled and said, "What can we do about it? Miss Sheng's status is there after all, and Prince Jing is not someone who can be easily influenced."

Sheng Wan'er was silent for a moment, then sighed softly: "Cousin, I'm just worried that my sister will be affected. After all, she is the treasure of our Sheng family."

Lu Qing patted Sheng Wan'er on the shoulder and said, "Don't worry, Miss Sheng is not someone who is easily influenced by others. Besides, I believe in Prince Jing."

At the banquet at Sheng Mansion, the appearance of Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao attracted everyone's attention. Their conversation and facial expressions became the most eye-catching focus of the banquet.

Sheng Yunrong sat next to Pei Jinxiao, their eyes met, as if they were silently communicating each other's feelings. Sheng Yunrong's eyes were shining with happiness, while Pei Jinxiao's face was full of tenderness and doting.

"Miss Sheng, I heard that you are proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Could you show me a few of them?" Pei Jinxiao suddenly suggested.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, with a hint of shyness in her eyes: "Your Majesty, you are too kind. It's just a little hobby of mine."

Pei Jinxiao insisted, "No, I really want to see Miss Sheng's talent."

Under the gaze of everyone, Sheng Yunrong walked gently to the piano table, sat down, and began to play. Her piano sounded like the sound of nature, melodious and beautiful, intoxicating people.

Pei Jinxiao looked at Yunrong's focused expression, his heart full of admiration and love. He quietly held Sheng Yunrong's hand, and their eyes met again, and their feelings for each other became even stronger.