"That's good." Sheng Hongye was relieved. He stood up, walked to the window, and looked at the prosperous scene of Sheng Mansion, but he felt an indescribable heaviness in his heart.

Sheng Yunrong looked at her elder brother's back and felt a little uneasy.

The calmness of Sheng Mansion was only on the surface, undercurrents were surging, and dangers were lurking everywhere. She said softly: "Brother, are you worried about something?"

Sheng Hongye turned around, looked at Sheng Yunrong, and smiled slightly: "Nothing, I just think about the recent events in the court and feel a little worried."

Sheng Yunrong frowned slightly: "Can the things in the court affect our Sheng Mansion?"

Sheng Hongye nodded: "Of course. Although the Sheng family is powerful, if the court is in turmoil, we will not be able to remain immune."

Sheng Yunrong was silent for a while, then said: "Brother, how do you think we should deal with it?"

Sheng Hongye pondered for a moment and said, "Now is not the time to act. We should wait and see what happens. At the same time, we should strengthen the internal management of Sheng Mansion to prevent any unexpected events."

Sheng Yunrong nodded, she knew that her elder brother was right. She looked at her elder brother and couldn't help thinking of her childhood.

At that time, Sheng Mansion was not as glorious as it is today, and Sheng Hongye was just an ordinary son of a noble family. However, with his extraordinary wisdom and courage, he gradually brought Sheng Mansion to its current status. And she also grew up from an ignorant girl to the eldest lady of Sheng Mansion.

"Brother, do you still remember when we played together in the garden when we were little?" Sheng Yunrong suddenly asked.

Sheng Hongye smiled and said, "Of course I remember. At that time, you always followed me and called me brother."

Sheng Yunrong blushed: "Yes, I was so stupid at that time."

The two spent a pleasant time reminiscing about the past until the Sheng Mansion's housekeeper came in and broke the tranquility.

"Sir, there is a guest outside who wants to see you. He says he has something important to tell you." The butler reported respectfully.

Sheng Hongye frowned: "Who is it?"

"It's a businessman named Zhao Yi."

A trace of doubt flashed across Sheng Hongye's eyes: "Zhao Yi? This name seems familiar."

Sheng Yunrong interrupted, "Brother, isn't Zhao Yi the businessman who helped us solve the food crisis last time?"

Sheng Hongye nodded: "Yes, it's him. Let him in."

After a while, Zhao Yi was led into the living room. He looked at Sheng Hongye and Sheng Yunrong, and said with a bow, "Master Sheng, Miss Sheng, Zhao Yi is here to show his respect."

Sheng Hongye smiled slightly: "Mr. Zhao, you are too polite. May I ask what I can do for you?"

Zhao Yi pondered for a moment and said, "Sir, recently there is a force in the court that is secretly preparing, and they seem to have some plans for the Sheng Mansion."

Sheng Yunrong's expression changed: "They want to harm the Sheng Mansion?"

Zhao Yi nodded: "Yes, they have a certain amount of power in their hands. If we don't deal with it in time, I'm afraid Sheng Mansion will be in big trouble."

A cold light flashed in Sheng Hongye's eyes: "If they dare to touch the Sheng Mansion, they will pay the price."

Zhao Yi said: "Sir, I know where they are hiding. If you are willing, I can take you to find out."

Sheng Hongye looked at Zhao Yi and smiled slightly: "Okay, then I'll have to trouble you, Mr. Zhao."

In the secret room of the Sheng Mansion, Sheng Hongye, Sheng Yunrong and Zhao Yi sat together to discuss countermeasures.

Sheng Yunrong asked: "Brother, how should we act?"

Sheng Hongye pondered for a moment and said, "We must first find out their details and then formulate an action plan. The safety of Sheng Mansion is related to the fate of all of us, and there can be no mistakes."

At this moment, the housekeeper of the Sheng Mansion came in again, looking panicked: "Sir, it's bad. A large number of unidentified people suddenly appeared in front of the Sheng Mansion. They claimed that they wanted to see Sir Sheng."

A hint of surprise flashed in Sheng Hongye's eyes: "Unidentified people? How dare they come to Sheng Mansion and make trouble?"

Sheng Yunrong sneered and said, "Brother, it seems that they are here to cause trouble on purpose. We can just take advantage of this opportunity and take them down in one fell swoop."

Sheng Hongye smiled slightly: "Okay, let's let them see how powerful the Sheng Mansion is."

In front of the Sheng Mansion, Sheng Hongye, Sheng Yunrong and Zhao Yi were already prepared. They looked at the group of unidentified people with a cold light in their eyes.

Sheng Yunrong said: "Brother, let's get started."

Sheng Hongye nodded, and at an order, the guards of the Sheng Mansion rushed out and surrounded the group of people.

Sheng Yunrong looked at those people and sneered in her heart.

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Sheng Hongye frowned slightly, still a little worried in his eyes, but finally nodded: "Okay, sister, I'm just worried that you will get hurt. After all, Pei Jinxiao..."

At this time, footsteps were heard in the courtyard, and the figure of Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao appeared at the door. He was dressed in a luxurious purple robe, with a noble and majestic look, but facing the people in Sheng Mansion, he always had a gentle smile.

Pei Jinxiao walked into the house, looked at Sheng Hongye and Sheng Yunrong, and said with a smile: "Brother Sheng, Miss Sheng, I'm here to visit."

Sheng Hongye hurriedly stood up to greet him and said politely, "Prince Pei, your presence here truly brings honor to my humble abode."

Sheng Yunrong also bowed slightly and said politely, "Prince Pei, please take a seat."

Pei Jinxiao sat in the main seat, looking at Sheng Yunrong, with a strange look in his eyes: "Miss Sheng, how are you doing recently?"

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and replied, "Thank you, Lord Pei, for your concern. I'm fine."

Sheng Hongye looked at Pei Jinxiao and couldn't help asking, "Prince Pei, what brings you to the Sheng Mansion today?"

Pei Jinxiao smiled calmly and said slowly: "Actually, I'm here to propose to Miss Sheng."

As soon as these words came out, the atmosphere in the room suddenly became tense. Sheng Yunrong's face changed slightly, and a trace of panic flashed in her eyes. She lowered her head quickly, not daring to look at Pei Jinxiao.

Sheng Hongye's face also looked a little ugly. He said in a deep voice: "Prince Pei, what do you mean? My sister is still young and needs more experience. I am afraid she is not qualified for the position of princess."

Pei Jinxiao glanced at Sheng Hongye sharply, and said firmly: "Brother Sheng, I know Miss Sheng is still young, but I think she is mature enough to be the princess. Moreover, my feelings for her are sincere, and I am willing to protect her for my whole life."

Sheng Yunrong raised her head and looked at Pei Jinxiao firmly: "Prince Pei, I have no ill will towards you, but we are just friends. Please respect yourself."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly, with a hint of determination in his eyes: "Miss Sheng, I understand what you mean. But I believe that time will prove my feelings. I will wait patiently until you are willing to accept my love."

Seeing this, Sheng Hongye tried to smooth things over: "Prince Pei, I understand your feelings. But marriage is a big matter, and we need to think about it carefully. Why don't we talk about other things first, so that my sister has time to think about it."

Pei Jinxiao nodded and smiled, "Brother Sheng is right, let's talk about other things first."

As night fell, the Sheng Mansion was brightly lit. Sheng Yunrong walked alone in the courtyard, thinking about what happened during the day. At this time, Sheng Hongye came over, looked at his sister, and whispered, "Sister, what are you thinking?"