Chapter 328 Showing off each other’s acting skills
Upon seeing who it was, the two were clearly taken aback; neither of them had expected that a bewildered Pei Shuyue would barge in.
Meng Jingshu hurriedly withdrew her hand, straightened her clothes, and said with a burning sensation on her face, "Seventh Princess, this is none of your business. Why don't you leave now?"
Pei Shuyue's face was flushed with a smile, and she put her hands on her hips: "Brother Yanzhou, what are you talking about? What beautiful story? I think it's a lie!"
"Just because someone cries, does that mean you have to marry her? Wouldn't you end up like Father Emperor, having to keep a bunch of wives and concubines?"
"Of course not." A hint of embarrassment flashed in Shen Yanzhou's eyes. His mind was dizzy, and he was clearly about to give up.
Meng Jingshu couldn't possibly be unaware of this principle, which even a child understands. However, she was too despicable, thinking that by using this method to scheme against him, she was simply trying to force him to compromise.
Even if he abandoned everything, even if he became a monk, he would never become her lover.
"Oh?" Pei Shuyue ran over in a few steps.
She took out a lustrous jade bottle, poured out two antidotes, and handed it over, saying without any hesitation, "Brother Yanzhou, this is the antidote. My sister-in-law, the Crown Princess, gave it to me. She said you've been poisoned, and taking two will be enough."
Shen Yanzhou took the pill and swallowed it directly.
Meng Jingshu stared wide-eyed in disbelief, clenching her fists tightly.
Shen Yanzhou was always cautious, and it would be extremely difficult to assassinate him. He was especially wary of things that went into his mouth. He didn't realize that it was poison and swallowed it whole.
So, just mentioning Dou Wenyi's name works that well?
Today, she was able to successfully plot against him because she drugged Shen Lishu, pretending that she was unwell. The Du family nannies then arranged for her to rest in this secluded courtyard.
After helping Shen Lishu arrive here, she had her maid deliver a message to Shen Yanzhou.
Shen Yanzhou was worried about her younger sister's safety, so she naturally came to check on her immediately. However, she hid Shen Lishu in another room.
Shen Yanzhou was caught off guard as soon as he entered the room and was thus affected by her aphrodisiac incense.
Now that Pei Shuyue has given him the antidote, how will she continue her performance in this grand drama?
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Meanwhile, Madam Luo and Dou Wenyi waited patiently at the door, while Madam Meng walked anxiously from the other end of the corridor to them.
Her eyes flickered slightly, and she lowered her voice, "Madam Luo, has something happened to my Jing Shu? Is she inside?"
Before Madam Luo could speak, her maidservant suddenly said, "Miss is inside, along with Master Shen... When I left just now, they were both in the room."
Dou Wenyi sneered. The Meng family treats everyone like fools and doesn't think they can pin the blame on Shen Yanzhou.
She shouted angrily, "Nonsense! Your daughter was in trouble, and instead of staying by her side, you abandoned her to another man. What are you thinking? What a treacherous servant!"
Her icy tone was full of sarcasm, and her whole body exuded an oppressive aura, frightening the maid into silence. She instinctively shrank behind Madam Meng.
"Young Master Shen is as bright as the moon, with upright and elegant manners. He is a gentleman praised by all. Countless noble ladies want to marry him. How could he possibly share a room with your daughter? You slander your daughter like this, and you still say you have no ill intentions?"
Madam Meng's face turned bright red. She never expected Dou Wenyi to speak so bluntly and sharply, practically saying that Jing Shu wanted to cling to Shen Yanzhou.
Even though she was almost bursting with suppressed anger, she could only force a stiff smile and say, "I will definitely teach my servant well, Your Highness. Thank you for your trouble."
"This servant is clumsy with words and can't speak clearly. Of course I trust Young Master Shen's character, but when I learned of the child's accident, I was so anxious that I didn't think things through. Please forgive me!"
In their previous encounters, the Meng family had not gained any advantage.
Things are different now. This Miss Dou has risen to a high position and is quite impressive!
She absolutely couldn't let her ruin Jing Shu's happiness. She had to go all out, even if it meant offending the future empress, to make this marriage a reality!
Madam Meng composed herself and looked at Madam Luo, "The Crown Princess is young and has not yet become a mother, so naturally she cannot understand the deep love a mother feels for her child. Madam Luo, you have raised several outstanding children, and you must have a deep understanding of the hardships involved."
"You understand how I feel, right? Right now, Jing Shu's safety is the most important thing. Please allow me to go in and find her."
Madam Luo ignored her, her expression hesitant, and then looked at Dou Wenyi.
Dou Wenyi nodded slightly, and then the group walked into the courtyard together.
As they approached the door, they could faintly hear a woman's suppressed sobs coming from inside, and everyone's expression changed.
Madam Meng seemed to panic and kicked the tightly closed door hard. The poor sandalwood carved door trembled a few times, but ultimately did not move.
"Someone, break down the door!"
If she truly cared about her daughter's reputation, she should have driven everyone away by now.
But isn't her eagerness to make a big scene just a way to make them the suckers?
Madam Luo's expression turned slightly cold. "Wait!"
Immediately, an old woman stepped forward and stopped Madam Meng.
She said indifferently, "Madam Meng, if you act so recklessly, anyone who didn't know better would think you've already prepared a dowry for your daughter and can't wait for her to get married right away. Aren't you going to wait for your future in-laws?"
Madam Meng felt her blood surging and knew she had been too hasty. Her eyes darted around and she said, "Madam Luo, you jest."
Dou Wenyi's face showed a sneer, "Let's wait and see, what if it's currently in full swing?"
Madam Meng was caught in a dilemma, unsure whether she should force her way in. What if Shen Yanzhou lost control and interrupted her midway? That would indeed be disastrous…
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