Chapter 265 Aren’t We Friends?
Seeing Concubine Wen struggling to make a decision, Lu Ennan said, "It's probably too late to consult my aunt now. After discussing it with her, I'll have to pass on the message to my sister, which will definitely attract the attention of the palace."
Concubine Wen was stunned, and then she thought of the issue of time.
"That's fine. We have to attend the palace banquet tomorrow. We'll ask then..."
Lu Ennan frowned. He really thought his sister's idea was good. He didn't know why his mother had to ask his aunt first.
But he did not disobey in the end and returned to his room to prepare to enter the palace tomorrow.
The eldest prince's wedding was naturally a very lively occasion. The Ministry of Rites had quietly arranged it according to the prince's regulations. Anyone with a discerning eye could see that this was all tacitly approved by the emperor.
The ministers also understood that it was too late to take sides.
However, the eldest prince has always been virtuous and selects talented people for appointment, without worrying about which camp he belongs to.
If they take sides, they may not end up with anything good.
A lot of people gathered in front of the Mo family's gate early in the morning.
Grand Tutor Mo and the Mo family's parents were sitting there. Even though the eldest prince was of noble status, he still knelt before his elders.
When Mo Anran came out, he attracted everyone's attention.
She was already good-looking, like Princess Duan when she was young, but with an added touch of youthfulness. She walked in a very dignified and natural manner, and her conversation was very appropriate.
After serving tea to the bride's elders, the matchmaker put a veil on Mo Anran's head and had her brother carry her into the bridal sedan.
The palace was even more lively.
The Emperor and the Empress were both in high spirits. They had finally become parents-in-law, and the day when they would become grandfathers and grandmothers would not be far away.
The Empress Dowager was also very satisfied with this marriage and couldn't stop smiling.
After the ceremony, the eldest prince and Mo Anran were sent to the bridal chamber.
People outside are still enjoying this joy.
Before Lu Wenxue went to find Gu Ruanci, Concubine Wen had already found an opportunity to talk to Wen Zimei about the matter, and Wen Zimei did not object.
"Sister, is this really okay?"
Wen Zimei nodded. "She'll definitely suffer a great loss in the future if she continues to indulge in such fanciful ideas. Even if we stop her this time, she won't truly understand that we're doing this for her own good. She'll always think she's capable. It's better to let her suffer this loss than to suffer a serious setback in the future. People can never teach people, but things can teach people once and for all."
Concubine Wen heard this, a hint of hesitation flashed in her eyes, but she finally made up her mind: "Sister, what you said is true. As the elders, how can we harm her? This time, let her remember it."
Zhou Qinzhu came again today, but she was as low-key as she could be.
The time when she was behind Lu Wenxue, relying on Lu Wenxue's popularity and silently stunning others, is gone forever.
When she saw Lu Wenxue, her gaze didn't linger for long.
However, Lu Wenxue did not let her go, but took the initiative to walk up to her.
"Qinzhu, you seem dissatisfied with me."
"The county lady misunderstood. That's not the case."
Lu Wenxue took another step forward. "After all, we were best friends once. Why do you have to act so distant? Is it because I told you some truth before and you couldn't accept it that you're deliberately ignoring me?"
Zhou Qinzhu really wanted to hit someone, but he didn't expect Lu Wenxue to be at a higher level than him.
Lu Wenxue's smile was as gentle as ever, yet it held a lingering, elusive meaning. She gently patted the back of Zhou Qinzhu's hand, as if the barriers between them had vanished. "I know you may be unhappy, but we're both women, and navigating this world isn't easy. Why make things difficult for each other?"
Zhou Qinzhu suppressed her anger and forced a smile. "My Lady, you are too kind. How dare I express my dissatisfaction? I have been feeling unwell recently, and I am afraid I have neglected you. I hope you will forgive me."
Lu Wenxue's smile was fake, and her voice was provocative. "Qinzhu's words make me suspicious. Your second brother is a medical genius himself, and he also studied under the Imperial Hospital's Chief Physician Zhang. How could he allow you to come to the palace to attend the banquet even though you were sick? Or do you not want to be treated, and only care about making life difficult for yourself and others?"
Zhou Qinzhu listened to her provocative words uttered with a smile on her face and tried her best to control her temper.
"My Lady, you are joking. I am not as smart as you."
When Lu Wenxue heard this, she dared to fight back. It seemed that the blow she received was not enough.
"Why, are you angry already? Is it because I clarified before that it was because of you that I did all those things and said all those things over the years?"
Zhou Qinzhu really wanted to say, what else do you think?
However, her situation is a bit difficult now, so it is not convenient for her to say such things.
"The county lady is worrying too much again."
Lu Wenxue didn't care about her answer, after all, she had her own rhythm.
"You can't blame me for that. After all, I was telling the truth. Over the years, if you had been sincere to me, if you hadn't been exploiting me, if you hadn't just been hiding behind my back, using my impulsiveness and recklessness to show off and get what you wanted, I would have looked up to you. I've given you so many chances. Just think about it."
Zhou Qinzhu didn't answer. She knew in her heart that Lu Wenxue was right. She really didn't treat Lu Wenxue sincerely.
In her mind, Lu Wenxue was just a fool in a powerful position, who deserved to be sucked dry by her and ruin her reputation.
"It's true that I'm royal, and I do have some privileges, but that's no reason for you to keep taking advantage of me. The gift I gave you is only one tenth, one hundredth, or even one thousandth of what you've used me for over the years. If I weren't royal, why would you take the initiative to befriend me, right?"
Zhou Qinzhu was hit so hard in the face that she could hardly stand.
Finally, Zhou Yuzhi, who had been staring at this side not far away, couldn't bear it anymore.
"County Lady, I don't know what you were talking about just now, but my sister is in a bad mood. I'm afraid she can't continue the conversation with you..."
Lu Wenxue didn't seem to care about Zhou Qinzhu's perfunctory response or Zhou Yuzhi's excuses, and continued to smile: "In that case, Qinzhu, take a good rest. I'll visit you another day and we can catch up on the past."
After saying that, Lu Wenxue turned and left.
Zhou Qinzhu looked at her back, feeling a mixture of emotions. She had once believed that her own abilities would allow her to remain invincible in the Imperial City.
However, at this moment, she found that she had really underestimated this former "good friend".
"Are you okay?" Zhou Yuzhi asked carefully.
"Brother, I'm fine. The county lady has always misunderstood me, and I understand. In our current family situation, we can't afford to make any more enemies, so let her say whatever she wants."
Zhou Yuzhi felt heartbroken, but there was nothing he could do.
Coincidentally, they saw Gu Ruanci chatting with Wu Yixuan on the other side.
"Everything is because of her."
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