Jiang Yuyao snatched the invitation from her hand and examined it word by word. She even placed the two invitations side by side and carefully compared the handwriting. After confirming that there was nothing unusual, her face changed drastically and she whispered in disbelief, "How is this possible?"
Su Sheng clearly prepared this invitation for her after listening to her words, inviting her to attend the banquet.
Then why did he suddenly change his mind and invite Jiang Songyi instead?
Recalling that Jiang Songyi had once asked Su Sheng to act as a servant at a banquet in the palace, pouring tea and bringing water for her, such an insult would surely make a person with a strong sense of self-esteem feel disgusted.
Jiang Yuyao firmly believed that there was no possibility of reconciliation between Jiang Songyi and Su Sheng. Then why would Su Sheng write a letter personally to invite her?
Although Jiang Yuyao firmly believed that Jiang Songyi's invitation was a forgery, she could not find any flaws.
Seeing this, Jiang Qingmo's anger instantly disappeared. Looking at Jiang Yuyao's face full of astonishment, she felt very happy.
She gently reached out her hand and retrieved Jiang Songyi's invitation from the window, and asked softly, "Did you look carefully enough?"
When Jiang Yuyao was the only one in the spotlight, Jiang Qingmo curled his lips in disdain and sneered, "Jiang Yuyao, you're really self-absorbed. Our Songyi also received such treatment. Are you jealous?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Qingmo did not forget to make a face at Jiang Yuyao, his expression was exaggerated and provocative.
Jiang Yuyao's face suddenly turned pale. She glanced into the car again, where Jiang Songyi was lazily supporting his head, looking down at her with cold eyes, making her feel that her behavior just now was like that of a clown, just to make people laugh.
This humiliation was extremely painful for her.
"Jiang Songyi, don't be too proud! Su Sheng's attitude towards you is definitely different from his attitude towards me."
Jiang Yuyao suddenly had a flash of inspiration, remembering Su Sheng's mischievous, domineering personality. She was convinced he had set a trap for Jiang Songyi. This invitation must hold a hidden agenda. Once it reached the Princess's residence, it would be Su Sheng's domain, and he would not miss any opportunity to retaliate against Jiang Songyi.
"Our Songyi is of noble status, the Princess of Jiaqing County, while you are just the second daughter of the Jiang family. Naturally, we are not on the same level."
Jiang Qingmo rolled his eyes in disdain, then signaled the driver to speed up and leave.
Dust was flying everywhere, and Jiang Yuyao was choked by the dust and started coughing.
She glanced at Jiang Songyi and Jiang Shu's carriages going away, then turned and walked towards Jiang Qinghe's carriage. A gentle smile bloomed on her face, and her voice was soft and gentle: "Cousin Qinghe."
However, Jiang Qinghe just glanced at her lightly, and before she could speak, he gave the driver a wink.
The carriage sped away like an arrow, leaving Jiang Yuyao standing there alone. The smile on her face gradually froze, and her eyes revealed endless loss and helplessness.
Jiang Yuyao suffered a heavy setback again. Her face was covered with gloom and she stared coldly at the three BMW carriages speeding away. They were like a flash of lightning that streaked across the sky, leaving behind a trail of dust.
The Yongding Marquis's mansion boasted numerous carriages, but those three were undoubtedly the most dazzling of them all, meticulously and ornately decorated, custom-made for the mansion's distinguished masters. The interiors were spacious and fully equipped, comfortably accommodating four people.
She had originally planned to take Liao Xianxian and Jiang Qinghe, the master and servant, in a shared car, barely squeezing in. After all, Jiang Qinghe was gentle and gentle, and she thought she wouldn't refuse her proposal. However, to her surprise, Jiang Qinghe left without hesitation.
The rest of the carriages were mostly unremarkable, usually used by the housekeepers and servants in the mansion to carry supplies or go out.
As the daughter of a marquis and the future concubine of the Fourth Prince, how could she condescend to ride in a servant's carriage to attend a banquet?
Liao Xianxian pointed at the four-horse carriage in the carriage shed. It was simple yet elegant, yet exuded an air of luxury. She said excitedly, "Yuyao, that carriage looks even more magnificent than the one Jiang Songyi and the others are riding in. It's pulled by four fine horses. How about we take that carriage to the banquet?"
Jiang Yuyao's face suddenly turned pale, and a trace of fear flashed in her eyes, "Liao Xianxian, are you trying to kill me?!" Her voice was low and trembling, revealing deep worry and fear.
If she really dared to travel alone in that gorgeously decorated and huge carriage, she would probably be captured by the shadows of the East Factory or the hawks of the Jinyiwei the moment she stepped out of the house, let alone stepping into the residence of Princess Linchuan.
Liao Xianxian was stunned. "Ah? It's just a carriage with more decorations and a larger size."
A hint of disdain flashed in Jiang Yuyao's eyes, and she had no intention of giving her any explanation.
The magnificent procession of four carriages was a grand spectacle for princes and nobles traveling abroad. Only Jiang Dinglian, a first-class marquis of high status, was qualified to ride in such a carriage; it was an honor reserved for him alone. Even Xu and the old lady would have thought twice before riding in one without Jiang Dinglian, as it would have been an overstepping of authority.
If she had the audacity to ride in that carriage alone to the banquet, she would have violated the rules, and the sharp words and sharp pens of the censors would have been enough to criticize her to pieces.
Although she was full of dissatisfaction, Jiang Yuyao had no choice but to choose an ordinary carriage in the mansion in order not to delay the banquet.
She even thought about renting a BMW carriage that was far more luxurious than Jiang Songyi's carriage to show off her status, but the reality was that she was short of money.
All this was because of Xu's harsh and stingy treatment of her expenses!
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There was already a crowd of people in front of Princess Linchuan's mansion, and it was filled with carriages from various prominent families in Jindu.
The stewards of the Princess's Mansion each performed their duties, maintaining order at the door, directing the parking of carriages, and leading the ladies, young masters and young ladies into the mansion.
Because she died young in her previous life, Jiang Songyi rarely had the opportunity to attend banquets and elegant gatherings held by prominent families. At this moment, the carriage slowly stopped. She gently lifted the curtain, resting her chin on one hand, her gaze wandering as she quietly observed the bustling and prosperous scene outside.
Xiang Zhu clutched the invitation Su Sheng had handed her, tightly in her hand, as if she were holding a precious treasure. "The eldest lady once mocked Master Su Sheng's invitation, saying it was worthless and tossed it aside. Luckily, I brought it with me."
Jiang Qingmo smiled slightly, his tone revealing approval: "Thanks to you for bringing it, otherwise Jiang Yuyao would be so proud."
She turned to Jiang Songyi, acting like an older sister disciplining her younger sister. "Songyi, you're still unengaged. Mother brought us to the Princess's Mansion today to enjoy the flowers, hoping you'd find a good match here. I've noticed that Young Master Su Sheng is quite attentive to you, and he's of equal status to you. You might want to seriously consider him."
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