Sheng Yunrong left the old lady's room, but her heart was in a mess. She returned to her room, and Pei Jinxiao was already waiting there.

"Yunrong, what's wrong with you? Why do you look so bad?" Pei Jinxiao asked worriedly.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, trying to hide her sadness: "It's okay, just a little tired."

Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong with concern in his eyes. He gently held her hand and said, "Yunrong, no matter what happens, I will be with you."

The scene in front of her stunned her. At the gate of Sheng Mansion, Jing Wang Pei Jinxiao was wearing a blue robe, with an upright posture and a look of dignity and majesty. Behind him followed a team of elite guards, and the atmosphere seemed particularly solemn.

Seeing this, Sheng Yunrong's personal maid Luluo hurriedly supported her and asked anxiously, "Miss, are you okay?"

Sheng Yunrong slowly came back to her senses, her eyes showing panic and confusion. She whispered to Luluo, "Go and inform my father and ask him to come out to greet us."

Luoluo took the order and left, while Sheng Yunrong tried to remain calm, tidied her clothes, and slowly walked towards the door.

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly when he saw Sheng Yunrong coming out, with admiration in his eyes. He bowed and said, "Master Sheng, Miss Yunrong, I apologize for the intrusion of your visit."

Sheng Yunrong's father, Lord Sheng, heard the voice and hurriedly bowed and said, "Your Highness Prince Jing is honored to be here. I am sorry for not welcoming you from afar. I hope Your Highness will forgive me."

Pei Jinxiao gave him a false hand and said with a smile, "Master Sheng, you are serious. Pei came here mainly to discuss marriage with Miss Yunrong."

As soon as these words came out, Sheng Yunrong's face instantly turned red. She lowered her head and bit her lips shyly. Lord Sheng was overjoyed and said hurriedly: "Your Highness, you are too kind. How can I be worthy of your Highness? However, since your Highness is interested, Sheng will do his best to match you with Yunrong."

Pei Jinxiao smiled slightly and said, "Master Sheng is too modest. In fact, I came here this time not only to discuss the marriage, but also to entrust you with something."

Sheng Yunrong raised her head and looked at Pei Jinxiao curiously, thinking to herself: What on earth does he want to entrust to my father?

Pei Jinxiao said slowly: "Recently, our borders have been repeatedly invaded, and Pei has been ordered to go to war. Before leaving, Pei hopes that Lord Sheng can take care of our people and maintain national security."

Lord Sheng nodded solemnly and said, "Don't worry, Your Highness. I will do my best to serve the country."

Upon hearing this, Sheng Yunrong couldn't help but feel respect for Pei Jinxiao.

She secretly made up her mind that if she could marry such a brave general, she would definitely support his career with all her strength.

Pei Jinxiao and Sheng Yunrong had a long talk in Sheng's house, and they got to know each other better. When they parted, Pei Jinxiao said to Sheng Yunrong, "Miss Yunrong, I will be on the expedition this time, and it won't be long. When I return, I will propose to Lord Sheng, so please don't forget it."

Sheng Yunrong's cheeks flushed, she lowered her head slightly, and said softly: "Don't worry, Your Highness, Yunrong will remember it in her heart."

After Pei Jinxiao left Sheng Mansion, Sheng Yunrong could not calm down for a long time. She sat in front of the window, looking at the moon in the sky, thinking to herself: Pei Jinxiao, if you can come back safely, I will cook for you and spend the rest of my life with you.

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As the movements of Sheng Yunrong and Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao gradually attracted the attention of others, the hall of Sheng Mansion suddenly became silent. Everyone turned their eyes to the young couple of noble status, only to see Sheng Yunrong's cheeks flushed slightly, while Pei Jinxiao looked calm with a hint of teasing in his eyes.

Sheng Yunrong noticed everyone's gazes and felt a little flustered. She bit her lips lightly, trying to calm herself down. Pei Jinxiao sat leisurely on the chair, picked up the teacup and took a sip.

"Miss Sheng, I heard that you are proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Why don't you show them to everyone today?" Pei Jinxiao suddenly put down the teacup and looked at Sheng Yunrong with a smile.

Sheng Yunrong's eyes widened. She didn't expect Pei Jinxiao to make such a request. She looked at her father Sheng Yuanshan in panic. Sheng Yuanshan smiled slightly and nodded, indicating that she didn't need to be nervous.

"Since His Royal Highness Prince Jing has requested so, I will show you my humility." Sheng Yunrong nodded slightly, walked to the center of the hall, gently picked up the piano, and began to play.

The sound of the zither was melodious and as clear as spring water, and everyone was intoxicated by it. Pei Jinxiao's eyes flashed with admiration, and he whispered to the guard beside him: "Go get my zither."

After a while, the guards brought in an exquisite zither. Pei Jinxiao walked to Sheng Yunrong and said with a smile, "Miss Sheng, can I also come to help with the fun?"

Sheng Yunrong smiled and nodded. Pei Jinxiao sat in front of the piano and played it softly. His piano skills were superb, and the sound of his piano was like the sound of nature, which complemented Sheng Yunrong's piano.

After the piano music ended, everyone applauded and praised. Sheng Yuanshan laughed and said, "Good, good, today really opened my eyes. The two young people are very skilled in piano, and they can be called a perfect couple."

Sheng Yunrong blushed with shame and dared not look up. Pei Jinxiao smiled faintly and said, "Mr. Sheng, you are too kind. It is my honor to play with Miss Sheng."

At this time, the housekeeper of Sheng Mansion hurried into the hall, holding a letter in his hand and handed it to Sheng Yuanshan. Sheng Yuanshan opened the envelope, took a look, and his face suddenly became solemn.

"What's the matter?" Sheng Yunrong asked nervously.

Sheng Yuanshan said in a deep voice: "There is urgent news from the border. The Tatars have invaded the border and the situation is critical. The court has ordered Pei Jinxiao to lead the army to the border to resist the enemy."

As soon as these words came out, the hall suddenly became tense. Pei Jinxiao stood up, bowed to Sheng Yuanshan, and said, "I will obey your orders and will defend the country without regrets even if I die."

A trace of worry flashed across Sheng Yunrong's eyes. She held Pei Jinxiao's hand tightly and said, "You must be careful and come back safely."

Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong affectionately and smiled, "Don't worry, I will definitely return safely and spend the rest of my life with you."

Under the gaze of everyone, Pei Jinxiao led the army out of Sheng Mansion. Sheng Yunrong stood in front of the mansion gate, looking at the team going away, her heart full of worry.

On this day, Sheng Yunrong was admiring the flowers in the garden. Suddenly, a guard came running over and said, "Miss Sheng, there is news from His Royal Highness Prince Jing. He has led the army to a crucial victory and will soon return in triumph."

Sheng Yunrong was delighted, but she still did not dare to be careless. She anxiously waited for Pei Jinxiao's return.

Finally, a month later, Pei Jinxiao led the army back to Sheng Mansion. He was wearing armor, his face was exhausted, but his eyes were shining with the light of victory.

Sheng Yunrong rushed forward and hugged Pei Jinxiao tightly, tears falling. Pei Jinxiao gently stroked her hair and whispered: "I'm back, from now on, I will never make you worry again."

Sheng Yuanshan looked at the young couple and felt very relieved.