The conversation between the two attracted the attention of the people around them. The maids of Sheng Mansion gathered around and whispered.

"Miss, did Mr. Pei really propose to you?" a maid asked in surprise.

"Yes, miss, this is such a great joyful event!" Another maid also echoed excitedly.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly. This marriage has become the focus of the Sheng family.

She turned around, facing everyone, and said in a firm tone: "Mr. Pei is our country's Prince Jing, he is talented and heroic. It would be an honor for our Sheng Mansion to marry him. But this matter needs to be considered carefully and should not be rushed."

Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with admiration. He looked at Sheng Yunrong and thought to himself, "Miss Sheng is indeed worthy of her reputation. She is indeed extraordinary."

"Miss Sheng, do you know that our country has a unique tea art?" Pei Jinxiao asked while making tea.

Sheng Yunrong shook her head, a hint of curiosity flashed in her eyes: "Brother Pei, please give me some advice."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly, and then he brewed a cup of tea with skillful techniques and handed it to Sheng Yunrong: "This tea art is called 'tea-making', which requires multiple steps such as grinding tea leaves, sieving tea leaves, waiting for the tea leaves to boil, heating the teacup, and brewing tea. Each step needs to be done carefully and rigorously to brew a good cup of tea."

Sheng Yunrong took a sip of tea, with a hint of admiration in her eyes: "Brother Pei is indeed talented, even the brewing of tea is so particular. Although the tea art of my Sheng Mansion is not bad, it is not as good as Brother Pei's."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly: "Miss Sheng, you are too kind. I only know the basics. To be a real tea master, I still need to learn from Miss Sheng."

Sheng Quan, the housekeeper of the Sheng Mansion, walked in with a serious look on his face: "Miss, the prince has ordered you to go to the study immediately."

A hint of doubt flashed in Sheng Yunrong's eyes, and she glanced at Pei Jinxiao, as if asking for his opinion.

Pei Jinxiao nodded slightly: "Miss Sheng, the prince has summoned you for something important. I will wait here. When Miss Sheng comes back, we will continue."

Sheng Yunrong nodded and turned away. She knew in her heart that this marriage was not as simple as it seemed. She had to find her own position in this game of interests.

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"Miss Sheng, I am very grateful for the kindness in your words just now." Pei Jinxiao spoke, his voice as gentle as jade, but there was a barely perceptible seriousness in his eyes.

Sheng Yunrong smiled lightly, turned around, and a sly look flashed in her eyes: "Master Pei, you misunderstood, I just mentioned it casually, how dare I have any good intentions."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly. Sheng Yunrong was teasing him, but he didn't point it out. "Ms. Sheng's wisdom is beyond my reach. I am lucky to have this reminder today."

The two walked and talked, and soon they arrived in front of the pavilion of Sheng Mansion. In the pavilion, several young men and women from aristocratic families were sitting together, chatting and laughing. Seeing Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao coming, everyone stood up and saluted.

"Miss Sheng, Lord Pei, you are here." One of the young masters greeted with a smile. He was Sheng Yunrong's cousin, named Sheng Jingxing.

Sheng Yunrong nodded slightly, but her eyes fell on Pei Jinxiao: "Cousin, this is Master Pei Jinxiao, we just met by chance in the garden."

Sheng Jingxing's eyes flashed with surprise, and then he smiled and said, "So Lord Pei is here, I'm sorry. I heard that Lord Pei is very talented, could you teach me a song?"

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly, but shook his head and said, "I only know a little about music, how dare I embarrass myself in front of all the talented men and beautiful women in Sheng Mansion."

Sheng Yunrong smiled lightly and said, "Master Pei is too modest. In that case, then please teach me a song."

Everyone agreed, and Pei Jinxiao could no longer refuse, so he walked to the center of the pavilion, picked up the guqin, and played it softly. The sound of the guqin was melodious, like the sound of spring water, or the sound of willow catkins in the wind, which was intoxicating.

Sheng Yunrong listened quietly, with a complex emotion flashing in her eyes.

After the song was over, everyone applauded and praised. Sheng Jingxing smiled and said, "Master Pei is indeed worthy of his reputation. He played the song "High Mountains and Flowing Water" wonderfully."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly and said, "Mr. Sheng, thank you for your praise. I have another question to ask you. I wonder if Miss Sheng can answer it?"

Sheng Yunrong nodded gently: "Master Pei, please ask."

Pei Jinxiao's gaze lingered on Sheng Yunrong for a moment, then he slowly spoke: "I heard that Miss Sheng is proficient in medicine, is this true?"

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in her eyes: "Master Pei, you are too kind. I do know a little bit about medicine, but it's just the basics. How dare I show off in front of Master Pei?"

Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with admiration, and he said, "Miss Sheng is too modest. One of my relatives has been unwell recently. I wonder if Miss Sheng can give me some advice?"

Sheng Yunrong pondered for a moment, then said, "Since Lord Pei trusts me so much, let me try. However, I must state in advance that my medical skills are not very good. If I cannot cure the disease, please do not blame me, Lord Pei."

Pei Jinxiao hurriedly said, "Miss Sheng, rest assured. I will never be ungrateful. If Miss Sheng can cure my mother, I will be grateful."

Sheng Yunrong nodded gently and left with Pei Jinxiao. Sheng Jingxing looked at the backs of the two, a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes, then turned to the other young masters and ladies and smiled: "It seems that Master Pei and Miss Sheng have a deep relationship."

A grand banquet was quietly taking place in the garden of Sheng Mansion.

Sheng Yunrong smiled helplessly and shook her head, her eyes clear as water: "Brother, don't worry. He and I are just simple friends, there is no other feeling involved."

Sheng Hongye's brows relaxed slightly, but he was still a little worried: "Sister, you are kind-hearted, I am worried that you will be bullied. Pei Jinxiao is a man of unfathomable scheming. You have to be careful when interacting with him."

At this time, in the flower hall of Sheng Mansion, Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao was sipping tea leisurely. When he heard Sheng Hongye's words, the corners of his eyes slightly raised and he revealed a faint smile.

Sheng Yunrong looked at Pei Jinxiao and sighed softly: "Brother, I know you are worried, but Brother Pei is indeed a trustworthy person. He treats people sincerely and cares about me very much. I think we should give each other a chance to get to know each other."

Sheng Hongye pondered for a moment and nodded: "If that's the case, then I'm relieved. But sister, if you have any difficulties, you must tell me, and I will definitely solve it for you."

Sheng Yunrong responded with a smile: "Thank you for your concern, brother. I will."

Pei Jinxiao put down the teacup, walked to Sheng Yunrong, and said with a smile: "Miss Sheng, I didn't expect that I could hear such a touching conversation between brothers and sisters in the Sheng Mansion. It really makes people feel deeply moved."

Sheng Yunrong's cheeks flushed slightly, and she glared at Pei Jinxiao gently: "Brother Pei, you are making fun of me again."

Pei Jinxiao laughed loudly, his eyes revealing his admiration for Sheng Yunrong: "Okay, I won't tease you anymore. Miss Sheng, I have an unreasonable request, I wonder if you are willing to agree to it?"

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly: "Brother Pei, if you have anything to say, just tell me. As long as it is within my ability, I will definitely agree to it."