As night fell, the three of them found a cave to rest. Sheng Yunrong sat at the entrance of the cave, looking at the starry sky, with a lot of thoughts in her mind. Xiang Zhu was beside her, gently rubbing her shoulders and comforting her: "Miss, you have worked hard, take a rest."

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly, patted Xiang Zhu's hand, and said, "Xiang Zhu, I am not tired. As long as I can restore the glory of the Sheng Mansion, I am willing to endure any hardship or fatigue."

Tu Subo stood aside, looking at Sheng Yunrong's back, and secretly swore in his heart that he must protect this young lady and help her realize her wish.

In the night, the three of them sat quietly in the cave, each with their own thoughts. Sheng Yunrong looked at the starry sky, her thoughts drifting far away. She remembered the former glory of the Sheng Mansion, and also remembered her father's last words before his death.

"Miss, what are you thinking about?" Xiang Zhu asked softly.

Sheng Yunrong came back to her senses, smiled slightly, and said: "I think the future of Sheng Mansion will be even more brilliant."

Tu Subo stood aside, listening silently to Sheng Yunrong's words, and secretly made up his mind to help Sheng Yunrong realize her wish.

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Sheng Yunrong frowned slightly, her eyes stayed on the child for a moment, and then turned to the direction of his finger. In the corner, a familiar figure sat quietly, it was Jing Wang Pei Jinxiao. She smiled slightly and said to the child, "Thank you, little brother." After that, she turned around and winked at the maid Xiang Zhu.

Xiang Zhu understood, gently pulled Sheng Yunrong's sleeve, and asked in a low voice: "Miss, shall we go over there?" Sheng Yunrong nodded slightly, and the three of them walked to the corner together.

Pei Jinxiao saw them coming and stood up to greet them with a gentle smile on his face. Sheng Yunrong bowed and said with a smile: "Your Majesty, what do you want to talk to us about?" Pei Jinxiao said: "Actually there is nothing else, I just want to talk to you a few words."

Sheng Yunrong and Xiang Zhu exchanged a glance, then sat down opposite Pei Jinxiao. Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong and said slowly, "I have been busy with the affairs of the court recently, and I haven't come out for a breath of fresh air for a long time. Today, I have some free time, and I thought of the Sheng Mansion and Miss Sheng."

Sheng Yunrong blushed and lowered her eyes. Seeing this, Xiang Zhu couldn't help but interrupt and said, "Your Majesty, our lady is not as good as the beauty beside you." Pei Jinxiao smiled and said, "Miss Xiang Zhu misunderstood. That's not what I meant."

Sheng Yunrong raised her head and looked at Pei Jinxiao in confusion. Pei Jinxiao continued, "I'm talking about Miss Sheng's talent and wisdom. Everyone in the court knows that Miss Sheng is talented and wise, and she is admirable."

Sheng Yunrong's cheeks became even more rosy, but she had a calm smile on her lips. She said softly, "Your Majesty, I am just trying my best to do my job well."

Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong and secretly admired her. He suddenly changed the subject and said, "Miss Sheng, I heard that you have been researching a new embroidery technique recently. I wonder if you can let me have a look?" Sheng Yunrong smiled and said, "If Your Majesty is interested, I can demonstrate it to you at any time."

As they were talking, Xiang Zhu had already brought out an embroidery. Sheng Yunrong carefully unfolded it, and it was embroidered with a vivid green bamboo leaf. Pei Jinxiao couldn't help but exclaim: "Miss Sheng is indeed worthy of her reputation. This embroidery technique is unique and amazing."

Sheng Yunrong said modestly: "Your Highness, you are too kind. This is just a little hobby of mine." Pei Jinxiao looked at her and admired her more and more.

The four of them chatted and laughed, and the atmosphere was harmonious. At this time, a guard came hurriedly and whispered something to Pei Jinxiao. Pei Jinxiao's face became serious. He stood up and said to Sheng Yunrong and Xiang Zhu: "I have something to go back to the palace, so I'll go first. Miss Sheng, Miss Xiang Zhu, you guys chat slowly."

Sheng Yunrong and Xiang Zhu stood up to see him off. Pei Jinxiao took a few steps and looked back at Sheng Yunrong, his eyes revealing endless concern. Sheng Yunrong's heart moved, and she couldn't help but smiled and nodded.

Sheng Yunrong looked away only after Pei Jinxiao left. Xiang Zhu looked at her and whispered, "Miss, your feelings for the prince seem to be getting deeper and deeper." Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and said, "Xiang Zhu, you can see it too. In fact, I have already noticed that the prince cares about me differently."

Xiang Zhu asked curiously, "Miss, what are your plans?" Sheng Yunrong was silent for a moment and said, "Let it be. Feelings are something that cannot be forced or impatient."

Xiang Zhu nodded and didn't ask any more questions. The two returned to Sheng Mansion. Sheng Yunrong put the embroidery into the box and secretly vowed in her heart that she must embroider the most beautiful painting for Pei Jinxiao.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, spring goes and autumn comes. Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao's feelings become deeper and deeper. On this day, Sheng Mansion held a grand banquet and invited many ministers and their families. Pei Jinxiao was naturally among the invited guests.

At the banquet, Sheng Yunrong and Pei Jinxiao danced gracefully, attracting everyone's attention. After the dance, Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong and said affectionately: "Miss Sheng, I have a favor to ask of you. I wonder if you can agree to it?" Sheng Yunrong blushed slightly and smiled: "Your Majesty, please speak."

Pei Jinxiao took a deep breath and said, "I want to ask Miss Sheng to marry me and become my wife." Sheng Yunrong stared at Pei Jinxiao with wide eyes, feeling pleasantly surprised. She nodded slowly and said, "I do."

Pei Jinxiao's face bloomed with a happy smile, and he held Sheng Yunrong's hand tightly. The two looked at each other, their eyes full of love. At this moment, they seemed to be in the clouds of happiness, forgetting the troubles of the world.

Xiang Zhu watched them from a distance and blessed them silently in his heart.

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Sheng Yunrong frowned slightly and looked in the direction of the child's finger. She saw a man in green standing in the corner, with a dignified and calm look between his eyebrows. She turned around and whispered to the maid Xiang Zhu, "Go and see who it is." Xiang Zhu nodded slightly and was about to walk over, but was pulled back by Sheng Yunrong.

"Miss Sheng, this young man doesn't look like an ordinary person. Let me accompany you." Xiang Zhu looked at her worriedly and said softly.

Sheng Yunrong smiled slightly and patted Xiang Zhu's hand: "Don't worry, I will be fine. Let's go together."

The two walked to the corner together, and Prince Jing Pei Jinxiao followed behind them. As they got closer, Sheng Yunrong found that the man in blue had deep eyes, as if he could see through people's hearts. She bowed slightly and asked politely, "Excuse me, who are you, sir? What can I do for you?"

The man in green smiled slightly, cupped his hands and said, "I am Pei Jinxiao from the Pei Mansion, and I have come to visit Miss Sheng."

Sheng Yunrong was shocked. She didn't expect that this gentleman was Pei Jinxiao. She quickly concealed her surprise and said with a smile, "Mr. Pei, I'm sorry. I wonder why you came to see me?"

Pei Jinxiao looked at Sheng Yunrong and Xiang Zhu, and said with a smile: "I have something to ask of you, I wonder if Miss Sheng can help?"

Sheng Yunrong frowned and looked at Pei Jinxiao in confusion: "Master Pei, what is the matter?"

Pei Jinxiao sighed and said, "Recently, the war on our border has become tense. His Majesty the Emperor was furious and ordered severe punishment for the defeated generals. I learned that Miss Sheng is proficient in military tactics, so I came here to ask for advice."