The world is a cycle.
Qin Zhaoyue got a free meal, and that same evening she let her two older sisters also get a free meal.
Not only did he freeload a meal, but he also performed a whole medley of songs and dances at the mansion.
Qin Zhaoyue hadn't expected that her gentle and refined third sister could be so persistent.
Since she couldn't get a satisfactory answer, she kept asking back and forth, without stopping.
She's the Empress's older sister, the real deal. What can you do when she's shameless?
Finally, unable to resist the persistent questioning, Qin Zhaoyue revealed the latter part of her plan.
In fact, everyone had already made some guesses; this was just a matter of confirming them.
As for other matters, Qin Zhaoyue kept her mouth shut and ultimately did not reveal any information unrelated to the provincial examination.
At the hour of Xu (7-9 PM), the two sisters stopped in front of the mansion gate.
"Zhao Shu, what do you think?"
"The song and dance performance was quite interesting."
Qin Zhaowan:?
"If you keep trying to fool me, I'll come to your house tomorrow."
Qin Zhaoshu sighed; his own people knew his own situation best.
The third sister usually doesn't show off her ability to pester others, but once she does, it never ends.
She craves peace and quiet; she simply can't bear it.
"Third sister, do you think eldest sister was like this during her disaster relief efforts?"
Both of them knew the answer.
It shouldn't be as Sixth Sister said, that they accomplished nothing during the disaster relief efforts; otherwise, the Empress wouldn't have bestowed thirteen Azure Phoenix Guards upon them.
However, she kept her mouth shut and didn't reveal a single word.
Taking advantage of the moment when her third sister was deep in thought, Qin Zhaoshu slipped back into the carriage and drove off without saying a word.
Qin Zhaowan ignored it. Her martial arts skills were about the same as her fourth sister's, so it would be impossible for her to create such a large gap if she really wanted to chase after her.
Watching the carriage disappear into the night, he couldn't help but shake his head.
The fourth sister, who was already quite cunning, was troublesome enough, but now a sixth sister, whose true abilities are unknown, has also appeared.
The key is that the fourth sister usually doesn't take action, but the sixth sister... I don't know...
They act without any rules or methods, and are completely unscrupulous.
"Why……"
A long sigh drifted in the night wind. My elder sister isn't here; the pressure is immense.
The rumors about her partying every night are just that—rumors. At least Qin Zhaoyue didn't have any tonight.
Good heavens, I'm so tired of being pestered by my third sister, I'm completely exhausted, both physically and mentally.
Even singing, dancing, and handsome guys with abs couldn't rouse her energy; she washed up and went to bed early.
That night, too many mansions were brightly lit.
The Duke of Zheng's mansion is where seven noble families have gathered.
We haven't reached a final answer since this afternoon.
No one expected that the usually well-behaved Third Prince would resort to such shameless tactics, catching everyone off guard.
They all knew that the memorial had been sent to the desk in the Imperial Study.
Whether this move was a hint from His Majesty or a belated realization by the Third Prince, it has already become a fact.
Now everyone is caught in a dilemma.
Actively cooperating would be tantamount to going against the usual court etiquette, and they would be forced to become His Majesty's vanguard.
If we don't cooperate, does His Majesty expect us to just swallow our anger?
Forty-one, no more, no less; the number seems to have been calculated.
Even if they all unite, it wouldn't be enough to cause too much trouble.
Moreover, this matter will inevitably be brought up at tomorrow's court meeting, and they have not yet reached a consensus internally.
The main hall was filled with the smell of alcohol, and some people were already quite drunk, otherwise it would not be enough to relieve their inner turmoil.
"If you ask me, we don't need to think so much. Let's jointly submit a petition to impeach the Third Princess."
He's not the crown prince; what's there to say or do that's off-limits?
"Brother Liang, what you said is inappropriate. It's not a big deal. It's just a matter of sacrificing some reputation."
Anyway, she's just a concubine's granddaughter; she can just write whatever comes to mind during the exam.
Why would you ask him to jointly impeach the heir to the throne over such a trivial matter?
He would not have attended if not for the invitation from the Duke of Zheng.
Yes, it's his eldest granddaughter, and I heard they're still looking for a spouse.
At this critical juncture, unexpected complications have arisen, making it inevitable to feel resentful.
Duke Zheng put down his wine cup, his eyes half-closed as if he were somewhat drunk.
He waved his hand helplessly, "Alright, everyone, go ahead."
The seven men, all nobles, spent the entire afternoon trying to reach an agreement but were unable to do so.
Everyone has their own agenda, and continuing this stalemate will only lead to nothing.
After the guests had all left, the old Duke's eyes were clear, and there was no trace of confusion left.
The eldest son, who had been waiting in the side hall for a long time, stepped inside and said, "Father."
Of the forty-one families, the Zheng family faced the most difficulties.
The highest-ranking nobleman, a conservative, has always secretly supported the prince's succession, but this time it involves the eldest legitimate daughter.
"No need to say more, just go with the flow."
"It seems that the marriage proposal for Nayin'er is going to encounter unexpected complications. Should we postpone it for a while longer?"
If one tacitly agrees to register, then one can only deliberately fail the exam later.
Huiyin is known for her talent, and it's no wonder she's been affected this time.
"No need," the old duke waved his hand dismissively.
"A little bit of fame is just icing on the cake. As long as she is the eldest granddaughter of our Duke's family, it will not be affected."
"Yes, Father."
Zheng Huiyin sat by the window, gazing blankly at the night outside.
It was clearly intertwined with her fate, yet she had no say in it whatsoever.
It felt like being in a prison cell, awaiting the judge's verdict.
Seventeen years have passed; I've long since grown accustomed to this kind of life.
Having achieved the utmost wealth and luxury, what more could one ask for?
After returning home from the garden and informing her father and grandfather, she sat blankly in her boudoir.
My thoughts were fragmented, and I would occasionally recall the Third Prince's words.
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