Chapter 61 She becomes a wicked woman, infuriating everyone to death.
Dou Mingyan gritted her teeth in anger: "Stop spreading these alarmist rumors! You have no idea how much he cares for me! As the saying goes, leave a way out for others, so you can meet again in the future. You insist on tearing me apart. You're a woman who was jilted by her fiancé, don't you have any way out for yourself?"
You try to reason with her, and she throws a tantrum. You throw a tantrum, and then she tries to reason with you?
What a joke!
Even if she doesn't want to be enemies with Dou Mingyan, will she let herself go?
Dou Wenyi said nonchalantly, "Hand over that Crane Fragrance Powder!"
Dou Mingyan pursed her lips, looking conflicted.
If she misses this opportunity, how can she salvage the situation? Pei Siyan is valuing her less and less. Even if she successfully marries into the Eastern Palace, if he continues to be so indifferent... she will eventually be rejected by him.
Dou Wenyi smiled faintly, took a step back, and was only a step away from the edge of the pond. "Third sister, have you thought it through?"
The pond was rippling with clear water, with a few withered lotus leaves. The water wasn't deep at all, so she certainly wouldn't drown, but her self-destructive tactic was truly disgusting.
"You're ruthless!" Dou Mingyan was the best at judging the situation, and in the end, she took out a light blue jade bottle from her sleeve and threw it over.
Immediately afterwards, she lifted her skirt and ran away, as if she was afraid of being clung to.
Dou Wenyi smiled with satisfaction, "Not far behind."
She wanted to drag Dou Mingyan down from her pedestal step by step, to see just how precious her "incredibly noble" life really was.
At this moment, Cuizhi rushed back, covered in sweat. "Girl, those pilgrims didn't need me to persuade them at all; they all went to Denghetai on their own initiative. They said it seems there really is an auspicious omen!"
Dou Wenyi was slightly surprised. "Let's go take a look."
She had already stopped Dou Mingyan, so why did this woman of destiny still appear in the world?
When they arrived near Denghetai, pilgrims from all directions rushed towards them, creating a dense and crowded scene. People were talking amongst themselves, making it impossible to move forward. Before they knew it, many imperial guards had appeared to maintain order, forbidding anyone from climbing Denghetai.
Dou Wenyi looked up at Denghetai and saw a woman in red standing there.
That person was none other than the Grand Secretary's daughter—Meng Jingshu!
The autumn wind howled, Meng Jingshu's face was pale, her clothes fluttered, and her crimson shawl billowed high behind her. Several snow-white cranes circled her affectionately, one of them even landing on her shoulder, making her look like a goddess from the heavens in a mural.
This scene is unforgettable and deeply moving.
Dou Wenyi suppressed a laugh. As expected of Pei Siyan, his methods were brilliant and truly admirable!
How exactly did he trick Meng Jingshu into going there?
Meng Jingshu's marriage to Prince Rui is now in the open, just waiting for the official decree to be issued and announced to the public. At this time, she should be given the crown of "blessed woman of destiny".
I wonder if Prince Rui will have trouble sleeping tonight?
Will he abandon the long-planned marriage with the Meng family to avoid suspicion, or will he happily marry the "blessed woman" as his Princess Rui?
The Meng family has held high office for four generations. Given Prince Rui's wisdom, he certainly won't give up on this marriage. However, because of this matter, it will be difficult for Meng Jingshu to regain Prince Rui's true affection.
One wonders what Dou Mingyan felt when she learned that all her hard work had been used to benefit Meng Jingshu.
A tall, upright figure in the crowd caught Dou Wenyi's eye.
"...Lord Shen, should these worshippers be driven away? Please make the decision."
A squad of imperial guards followed behind Shen Yanzhou, making him appear as sharp and ruthless as a drawn sword, exuding a chilling and murderous aura.
Upon hearing this, Chen Yanzhou paused slightly, raising an eyebrow. "How long has that crane been up there?"
"In less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn."
Shen Yanzhou looked up and gazed at Denghetai, carefully observing Meng Jingshu.
A blessed woman destined for good fortune?
The moon wanes after it is full, and water overflows when it is full.
Meng Jingshu was personally chosen by the Emperor to be the Princess Consort of Rui; she didn't need any special luck to enhance her status.
This blunder doesn't seem like something that Prime Minister Meng would do. The power dynamics in the court are deeply entrenched, so who is behind this whole mess?
Thinking of this, a hint of coldness appeared on his lips. "Don't panic. If the crane acts strangely and attacks Miss Meng, find a way to rescue her and save her life. Are the crossbowmen ready?"
"Everything is ready!"
"Report any unusual activity immediately." With that, Shen Yanzhou turned and walked into the depths of the bamboo forest not far away.
Dou Wenyi had been watching his movements closely. Seeing that he was alone, she quietly followed him. "Lord Shen, please wait."
Shen Yanzhou suddenly turned around and looked at her calmly, "Miss Dou, what is it?"
Dou Wenyi glanced around subconsciously, took a few steps forward, held the jade bottle in her palm, and lowered her voice, "My lord, today's events are all because of this 'Crane Fragrance Powder.' Someone wants to use it to create auspicious omens."
Shen Yanzhou, with keen insight, stared at her snow-white palms but did not accept the jade bottle.
"Extreme intelligence can be harmful. Isn't Miss Dou afraid of that?"
"I came here because I trust Lord Shen's character, and I hope you will keep this a secret." Dou Wenyi's heart skipped a beat, and she could naturally hear his concern for her.
Conversations between intelligent people are often very straightforward.
Dou Wenyi lowered her eyes and explained earnestly, "To be honest, this powder came from Master Xuanming. I do have a personal grudge against him. He predicted that I would be cursed with 'harming my family' since I was a child, so I pay special attention to his affairs. I don't know what his purpose was in bringing up the prophecy of 'the blessed woman of destiny' and then deliberately creating 'auspicious omens'."
“But he deliberately misled the emperor, which is a crime of deceiving the emperor.”
"Whether my words are false or not, Lord Shen only needs to check them briefly to determine the truth. I do not expect Lord Shen to stand up for me, but if there is an opportunity, I hope that you will be fair and impartial, and act in accordance with the circumstances."
The jade bottle remained in her palm, showing no intention of taking it back.
Shen Yanzhou subtly twitched his lips and accepted the bottle of 'Crane Fragrance Powder'.
He sighed, "This matter is too dangerous. Fourth Miss, it's best to get involved less in the future. Cause and effect are cyclical, and there will be retribution. Why dirty your hands?"
Dou Wenyi breathed a sigh of relief. Shen Yanzhou was a trustworthy person. He was clear-headed and self-disciplined, completely different from the powerful and wealthy people in Tianning City.
He was a truly virtuous and upright man, but unfortunately, in his past life he embarked on a path of no return.
In this life, I hope he can live for himself and never again become a tool in Prince Rui's hands.
——
The vast imperial study was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
Emperor Muzong sat on his throne, took a sip of tea, and said, "It seems that Xuanming really does have some ability; his prophecy has indeed come true?"
"What do you say, Prince Rui?"
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