Su Muxi didn't explain to Shen Yaxin, but instead said to Zhong Bin, "This is the daughter of Grand Scholar Shen. I'll go in with her. You should be at ease now, right?"
Seeing that Shen Yaxin's eyes showed no malice towards Su Muxi, Zhong Bin hesitated for a moment before nodding.
"Alright, then I'll stay here and watch over Miss as she goes."
Su Muxi smiled helplessly, then picked up the medicine box and said to Shen Yaxin, "Miss Shen, there's a traffic jam ahead, so we'll have to walk there."
After saying that, without waiting for Shen Yaxin's reply, he walked directly towards the venue.
Shen Yaxin watched Su Muxi's retreating figure, a fleeting glint of coldness in her eyes, but she quickly regained her usual generous and gentle demeanor.
Nodding to Zhong Bin and giving instructions to the coachman, he followed Su Muxi ahead, supported by Bi Yuan.
Su Muxi walked briskly and quickly, showing no intention of waiting for Shen Yaxin.
Bi Yuan couldn't help but mutter under her breath, "What's the point of walking so fast? Without Miss leading the way, how will she get in? She'll be so embarrassed if the people at the door stop her!"
Upon hearing this, Shen Yaxin also wanted to embarrass Su Muxi, but considering that the ointment was about to run out, she could only quickly catch up with Su Muxi who had gone ahead to buy it.
"Miss Shen, wait for me! You're walking too fast. The literary gathering won't start for another half an hour. There's no need to go in so early."
Shen Yaxin stepped forward breathlessly, afraid that Su Muxi would continue walking, and quickly reached out to grab Su Muxi's sleeve.
Su Muxi frowned slightly and subtly pulled her sleeve back.
He glanced around, a look of confusion in his eyes.
She also thought the literary gathering would officially begin at 3:45 AM, which is why she wasn't in a hurry to go out.
Judging from the current situation of many cars and few people, it seems we'll have to arrive early.
She was afraid that if she went in too late, the Empress would find fault with her and target her, which was why she left in such a hurry. But after hearing what Shen Yaxin said, she was a little confused.
Shen Yaxin noticed Su Muxi's confusion and explained in a seemingly kind manner: "Although this literary gathering invites talented people, there are also those who seek fame and fortune. Those people arrive early in order to chat with others, build connections for themselves, or promote their poems or paintings."
Of course, truly capable people don't need to do these things.
She always arrived at the literary gathering right on time, never early.
She was talented and had a good social standing, so she naturally disdained to enter the venue early.
Moreover, even if she arrives early, she is still the subject of conversation and admiration.
He glanced at Su Muxi with disdain in his heart, and then said insincerely, "Miss Su, don't worry. If you want to meet any young masters or ladies when you go in, I will introduce you. There's no need to rush."
Su Muxi raised an eyebrow, a cold smile playing on her lips, but unfortunately it was hidden by her veil and Shen Yaxin didn't see it.
"Thank you for your kindness, Miss Chen, but..."
Before Su Muxi could finish speaking, an excited male voice rang out from afar, and then a tall, slender figure quickly ran to Su Muxi's side.
"Miss Su!"
"It really is you!"
"Miss Su, are you attending the literary gathering? Would you mind coming along?"
Although Su Muxi had expected Xie Xuan to come, she was still overwhelmed when she saw Xie Xuan's excited expression.
She had clearly explained things to Xie Xuan last time, and Ye Ziyu had even removed his mask, leaving Xie Xuan feeling inferior. Yet, why did Xie Xuan still seem so infatuated with her?!
And they made no attempt to hide it…
"Young Master Xie, do you know Miss Su?"
When Shen Yaxin saw Xie Xuan running over, she assumed he had come for her, but it turned out he was there for Su Muxi...
Although Xie Xuan was unrestrained and unconventional, he was handsome and skilled in painting. Even though many young ladies knew he was not a good man, they still secretly admired him.
She rarely went out on weekdays, and only saw Xie Xuan once a year at literary gatherings. Every time they met, Xie Xuan would take the initiative to come over and greet her, and they would chat for a few minutes.
Unexpectedly, Xie Xuan completely ignored her during their meeting...
Just as Xie Xuan was about to speak, Su Muxi preemptively replied, "I have only met Young Master Xie a few times, so I can hardly be considered an acquaintance."
Upon hearing this, Xie Xuan's excited expression instantly turned into one of disappointment. Even if Shen Yaxin was foolish, she still didn't believe what Su Muxi said.
We can't really be considered acquaintances?
We're hardly acquaintances, so why would Young Master Xie react like this?!
It seems the rumors weren't unfounded; Su Muxi really does have some skills.
How despicable!
How could the Prince of Yong'an possibly propose to someone like Su Muxi!
Su Muxi was eager to distance herself from Xie Xuan, so she didn't look at Shen Yaxin. Instead, she said directly to Xie Xuan, "I didn't come here to compose poems, play music, or paint. I came to the literary gathering to practice medicine on the orders of Her Majesty the Empress. So I am not on the same path as Young Master Xie."
Xie Xuan wasn't too surprised, since in previous years several doctors would be invited to oversee the literary gathering, just in case something unexpected happened.
The Empress's invitation to Su Muxi is quite thoughtful.
If an unmarried young lady were to have an accident, it would be more convenient for her to be treated by a woman.
Shen Yaxin, however, clenched her fists in secret.
Su Muxi was actually invited by the Empress...
Unexpectedly, Su Muxi even managed to get close to the Empress!
But when the group reached the entrance of the venue and saw the guards stop Su Muxi and make her remove the veil from her face in public, Shen Yaxin smiled again.
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