Pei Jinxiao listened quietly, with a soft light flashing in his eyes. He gently held Sheng Yunrong's hand and said softly: "Miss, time flies, but good memories can still warm the heart. Let us find those good times together."

Sheng Yunrong felt the warmth in Pei Jinxiao's palm, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She looked up at him, her eyes full of gratitude: "Thank you, Jinxiao. With you by my side, I feel like I'm back to my childhood."

The two strolled in the peach blossom forest, enjoying the beautiful scenery. During the time, they talked about the past of Sheng Mansion and each other's childhood. Sheng Yunrong's smile bloomed like a flower, and Pei Jinxiao's eyes became softer.

At this time, the servant of the Sheng Mansion came hurriedly and said anxiously, "Miss, something bad has happened! Suddenly, a man named Liu Qing came to the Sheng Mansion. He claimed to be an old friend of yours and asked to see you."

Sheng Yunrong was slightly stunned. She frowned, with a hint of doubt in her eyes: "Liu Qing? I seem to have some impression of this name, but I can't remember who he is."

Pei Jinxiao's expression also became serious. He said in a deep voice: "Miss, since this person claims to be your old friend, he must have some ulterior motive. I will go with you to meet him and see what his purpose is."

Sheng Yunrong nodded, and the two returned to the hall of Sheng Mansion. Liu Qing was sitting on a chair, and said arrogantly, "Miss Sheng, do you still remember the promise we made in the peach forest?"

A trace of confusion flashed across Sheng Yunrong's eyes. She tried hard to recall, but she couldn't remember. Pei Jinxiao frowned and said coldly: "Liu Qing, what is your purpose? Why do you want to pretend to be an old friend of the eldest lady?"

Liu Qing sneered, staring at Pei Jinxiao, and said fiercely: "Pei Jinxiao, who do you think you are? How dare you question me here! I tell you, I'm here for revenge today! I will never forget the persecution that Sheng Mansion inflicted on me!"

Sheng Yunrong looked at Liu Qing in shock. She finally remembered that Liu Qing was a playmate of hers when she was a child, but because of a misunderstanding, he was kicked out of the family by the Sheng Mansion. Unexpectedly, he had held a grudge for so many years.

Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with a cold light, and he said in a deep voice: "Liu Qing, since you dare to come to Sheng Mansion to cause trouble, don't blame me for being rude!"

After that, Pei Jinxiao drew his sword and started a fierce battle with Liu Qing. Sheng Yunrong watched nervously from the side. She was worried about Pei Jinxiao's safety, but she didn't want to see Liu Qing get hurt.

During the battle, Pei Jinxiao showed his superb martial arts, and Liu Qing was no ordinary fighter either. The two of them fought back and forth, each move was fierce, and Sheng Yunrong was terrified.

In the end, Pei Jinxiao still defeated Liu Qing and subdued him. Sheng Yunrong walked forward, looked at Liu Qing, and said in a complicated tone: "Liu Qing, I apologize to you for the misunderstanding back then. But you are now a man of the world, and you can't act like a child anymore."

A trace of regret flashed in Liu Qing's eyes. He lowered his head and said silently: "Miss, I know I was wrong. I am willing to accept any punishment."

Sheng Yunrong sighed. She looked at Pei Jinxiao with gratitude in her eyes: "Jinxiao, thank you. Without you, I don't know how today's events would have ended."

Pei Jinxiao gently held Sheng Yunrong's hand and said softly: "Miss, this is what I should do. As long as you are by my side, I am willing to give everything for you."

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As night fell and the lights came on, the Sheng Mansion was brightly lit, and everyone in the mansion was immersed in laughter and joy. Sheng Yunrong gently adjusted her sleeves and walked side by side with Pei Jinxiao to the main hall. As soon as the two stepped through the threshold, they were attracted by the lively scene in the mansion.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in her eyes: "Pei Lang, look at the prosperity of the Sheng Mansion, it's no less prosperous than the imperial palace, right?"

Pei Jinxiao smiled lightly, but there was a trace of deep thought in his eyes: "The Sheng Mansion is indeed prosperous, but compared with the imperial palace, it lacks some power and calculations."

Sheng Yunrong was slightly stunned, then she smiled softly, "Pei Lang is indeed very knowledgeable. So, tell me, what are the plans in the Sheng Mansion?"

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly, and just as he was waiting, he saw Sheng Quan, the old housekeeper of the Sheng Mansion, coming over with a humble smile on his face: "Miss, Your Highness Prince Jing, I am late to greet you, please forgive me."

Sheng Yunrong smiled gently and patted Sheng Quan on the shoulder affectionately: "Uncle Sheng Quan, you have worked hard, no need to be polite."

Sheng Quan smiled slightly, turned around and led the two to the main hall. In the main hall, all the relatives and friends of the Sheng family were seated. Sheng Yunrong's father Sheng Wei sat in the first seat, with her mother and brother on both sides. After Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao sat down, Sheng Wei glanced at everyone and smiled, "Today, the Sheng family is honored to invite His Royal Highness Prince Jing. Everyone should entertain him well and not lose their manners."

Sheng Yunrong's mother smiled softly, her eyes falling on Pei Jinxiao: "Your Highness Prince Jing is indeed radiant and handsome, and he and my Rong'er are a perfect match."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly, stood up and bowed: "Madam Sheng, you are too kind. It is a great honor for Pei to meet Miss Sheng."

Sheng Yunrong smiled gently, her eyes swept across everyone's faces, but she felt a little uneasy in her heart.

There is an undercurrent surging in the Sheng Mansion, and no one knows when a wave will arise.

After three rounds of drinking, Sheng Yunrong's father Sheng Wei suddenly put down his glass and looked at everyone sharply: "Pei Lang is here today, I have something to ask of you."

Everyone was stunned. Sheng Yunrong felt nervous, thinking that what Sheng Wei said must be of great importance.

Sheng Wei smiled slightly, his eyes fell on Pei Jinxiao: "Pei Lang, I have a daughter named Rong'er. She has been smart and gentle since she was young. I want to marry her to you. What do you think, Pei Lang?"

Sheng Yunrong blushed, but she was pleasantly surprised. She secretly glanced at Pei Jinxiao, and saw him smile slightly, stand up and bow: "Uncle Sheng, I am very grateful, but I am already engaged, so I am afraid it will be difficult to obey your order."

Sheng Yunrong's heart sank, and her face turned pale. She forced a smile and said softly, "Don't worry, Pei Lang. The Sheng family never forces anyone to do anything."

Sheng Wei's face changed slightly, but he immediately regained his composure: "Since Pei Lang is already engaged, that's fine. But Rong'er is the jewel of my Sheng family. If Pei Lang is interested, he can consider it."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly and was about to answer, but he saw Sheng Yun, the counselor of the Sheng Mansion, suddenly stand up with a sneer on his face: "Uncle Sheng, His Royal Highness Prince Jing is already engaged. How can our Sheng Mansion become the sinner who destroys other people's marriages?"

Sheng Yunrong's heart tightened. She knew that what Sheng Yun said was true, but she could not let go of her love for Pei Jinxiao.

Sheng Quan coughed lightly, interrupting the argument: "Uncle Sheng, Your Highness Prince Jing, why don't we change the subject. There are many interesting things to talk about in the Sheng Mansion."

Sheng Wei smiled slightly and nodded in agreement: "Sheng Quan is right. We are all gathered together today, so there is no need to talk about these things that spoil the fun."

Sheng Yunrong sighed softly, but her mind was filled with a myriad of thoughts.