“This…” Ren Wanyun hesitated. If she lived with Shen Miao, it would be difficult for her to escape if Shen Miao got into trouble. Before she could come up with a better solution, Shen Miao continued, “If auntie doesn’t agree, either the eldest or second sister can squeeze in with me.”
Shen Yue's eyes flickered, but she didn't say anything. Although Shen Qing didn't know what her mother had planned, she vaguely guessed that this trip was aimed at Shen Miao. In addition, she now hated Shen Miao so much that she didn't even want to pretend to be friendly. Naturally, she said coldly, "I'm used to living alone."
“So…” Shen Miao pondered for a moment.
"Then I'll go live in the North Pavilion with Fifth Sister." Before Shen Miao could finish her words, Ren Wanyun took the initiative to speak. She was afraid that something might happen to Shen Miao at this time, and thought that if they lived together, even if they lived farther away, it would be okay. After all, she couldn't be blamed. Shen Xin was far away, and at that time, what she said would be the truth.
Shen Miao smiled slightly: “Then thank you very much for your company, Second Aunt.”
She said this politely, but Ren Wanyun couldn't help but frown, and in an instant her face was full of smiles again: "We are all family."
Having solved the problem of where to stay, the next step was to pack up. Because Shen Qing and Shen Yue said they were a little tired, they didn't eat vegetarian food together. The servants brought it to the room. When they arrived at the North Pavilion, without waiting for Ren Wanyun to speak, Shen Miao said, "I also feel very tired, so I won't eat vegetarian food with Second Aunt and will go back to the room first."
Ren Wanyun was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Then it's up to you. If you're tired, just rest early."
Shen Miao nodded in agreement.
When the young monk who led the way brought Shen Miao, her servant and the other two to the room, Shen Miao could not help but sigh.
Indeed, in a temple as desolate and austere as Wolong Temple, this room stands out as particularly elegant. Adjacent to a grove of trees, it offers a tranquil and tranquil atmosphere. While the furnishings are simple, they exude sophistication. The very first sight of it fills one with joy.
"The scenery here is so beautiful." Guyu was a little surprised.
"Sir, this room is for distinguished guests of the temple only. The lady of the mansion has ordered that the distinguished guest room be reserved for the donor." The young monk lowered his head and said.
"Thank you for my kindness, Second Aunt." Shen Miao said calmly. However, her eyes were surveying the surroundings. This was the innermost room in the North Pavilion. In other words, despite the quiet scenery, it was almost completely blocked off. If someone shouted, it would be useless.
It was rare that they even blocked her way out. As for the exquisite decoration of this room, it was probably just for the convenience of "that person" to enjoy it.
"What kind of incense is this?" Jingzhe picked up a few incense sticks from the small table in front of the desk and held them to her nose to smell. "It smells a bit like orchids, but more fragrant than orchids." Her eyes fell on the incense burner shaped like an orchid. "This incense burner is really unique."
Guyu saw this and smiled, saying, "It seems the temple has made special inquiries. Young ladies should light incense before going to bed. When young ladies feel tired at night, they can light it before going to bed. They will sleep well at night."
"Now I think this Wolong Temple is pretty good," Jingzhe said jokingly, "No wonder the Second Madam insisted on coming here to pray even though it's deep in the mountains."
Shen Miao frowned slightly, walked to the small table, took the incense from Jingzhe's hand, put it under her nose and sniffed it. After smelling it, her brows frowned even tighter.
Seeing this, the two girls asked hesitantly, "Miss, is there anything wrong with this incense?"
Abnormality must be a demon. Shen Miao had never let go of her fear since entering Wolong Temple. The more comfortable this place was, the more she saw its dangers. She did have the habit of burning incense before bed, and girls always loved exquisite things. The incense burner was made pitifully and beautifully, just for fun. Normal girls would light incense to complement the quiet and elegant environment here.
But for her, it was not the same. The women who survived in the harem would use all sorts of tricks to climb up the ladder. Shen Miao had spent so many years as the mistress of the six palaces in her previous life, so naturally she was not without a keen eye. She had seen many of these shady tricks and things. As for the aphrodisiac in the incense, it was a trick that was used to death by the concubines.
If she were an ordinary lady, she would naturally have never heard of this thing.
"It's not a good thing." She loosened her grip and the incense fell on the small table.
Guyu and Jingzhe were startled and looked at each other. After a moment, Jingzhe said, "Then I'll throw this thing out?"
"No need." Shen Miao's eyes fell on the small table. Ren Wanyun and that person had put so much thought into preparing such a good gift for her. It would be a shame if all this was wasted. A cold smile suddenly appeared on the corner of her lips: "Keep it. It will come in handy eventually."
…
In another room far away from Shen Miao's house, Ren Wanyun was sitting in front of the couch. In front of her stood a hunched old woman, who was none other than Aunt Gui.
"You know what happened tonight. If it succeeds, you'll naturally benefit. If it fails..." Ren Wanyun snorted softly, "You know what the outcome will be without me telling you."
When she spoke, she no longer had her usual friendly look, and her eyes were really chilling.
Nanny Gui smiled flatteringly and said, "Don't worry, Madam. I'll leave everything to this old servant. I won't make any mistakes. I expect everything will go smoothly tonight."
Ren Wanyun's expression finally softened, and she said, "Of course I trust you. After all, you are the closest person to Fifth Sister. We are doing this for the sake of the Chen family. When Fifth Sister grows up and understands the pros and cons, she will naturally realize that you are doing this for her own good and will not treat you unfairly."
Nanny Gui nodded in agreement, but in her heart she felt contempt. If Shen Miao knew about this in the future, she would hate her to death. How could she think that this was for her own good? Thinking of what was going to happen tonight, Nanny Gui couldn't help but feel a little frightened. She hadn't expected that the Shen family's eldest lady, who always had a kind face, would come up with such a vicious method. After all, if this happened to any unmarried woman, it would be a life worse than death.
The next moment, she saw Ren Wanyun wink at Caiju beside her. Caiju smiled and took out a sachet, stuffed it into Aunt Gui's hand, and said with a smile, "I'll trouble Aunt Gui to take care of it this time."
Nanny Gui pinched it and realized that the sachet was quite heavy. She immediately smiled and said, "I'm sure Madam will be satisfied."
After a few more words, Nanny Gui got up and left.
"Madam, are you really going to stay here tonight?" Xianglan asked, "After all, this is in the same room as the Fifth Miss's."
"Nothing," Ren Wanyun waved her hand nonchalantly. "Tomorrow morning, whatever I say will be final. Who knows if this person will still exist when uncle comes back? There's no need to be afraid." She smiled a bit fiercely. "Uncle, sister-in-law, who told you to block Qing'er's way?"
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