After Jiang Qingyue left, Wei Yun remained in a daze.
Numbly, she thought to herself, "I'd rather die than marry a decrepit old man as his second wife!"
The official's two previous wives both died suddenly and without cause. Who knows how they died? If she had married him, would she have survived?
But Jiang Qingyue's words kept lingering in her ears, and she couldn't help but start thinking again.
If what she said is true, it would be great if she could marry Shen Ci. Young Master Shen is handsome, talented and from a good family. But how could someone of such social standing possibly be interested in her?
Unless... by some special means.
Wei Yun bit her lip, her eyes suddenly flashing slightly. If she and Shen Ci had physical intimacy in front of everyone, then he would be in the wrong, and no matter how unwilling he was, he would have to admit it.
However, this would ruin her reputation. If Shen Ci refused to marry her, her life would be over.
Wei Yun's eyes showed fluctuating emotions. Although this move was risky and had a chance of success, this was in the palace, in front of noble people.
Given this situation, the Shen family had no choice but to admit it to save face, which was truly a godsend.
As she pondered, she heard voices coming from afar.
"Brother-in-law, don't listen to his nonsense. He was the one who started it by pulling and tugging at me!"
"I've told you so many times, you're not allowed to call me brother-in-law!"
...
Upon hearing the sound, Wei Yun instinctively hid behind the bushes. Looking through the branches into the distance, she saw several young men coming together, one of whom was none other than Shen Ci.
She glanced at the lotus pond in front of her, and her heart began to pound rapidly.
I've heard that Young Master Shen is simple-minded and kind-hearted, so surely he wouldn't stand by and watch someone die?
Before the three of them got close, a "plop" was heard, and a woman's startled cry came from the lotus pond.
Shen Ci's expression changed in surprise: "Oh no, someone has fallen into the water!"
...
In her spare time, Shen Tangning suddenly thought of her younger brother and sister-in-law from her previous life, and her eyes turned slightly cold.
I suppose she's here today too?
She glanced around but saw no one, and couldn't help but frown.
Wei Yun got involved with Shen Ci at the princes' selection banquet for their concubines. She accidentally fell into the water, and there was no one else around. In a moment of desperation, Shen Ci, who happened to be passing by, had no choice but to save her.
Young and impetuous, he only thought about saving people, without considering the consequences.
Many people witnessed this scene. Afterwards, Wei Yun, having lost her reputation, immediately threatened to commit suicide, and the incident escalated, attracting a large crowd.
With everyone watching, Shen Ci found himself in a difficult position, and with Consort Li interfering, the Shen family could only swallow their anger.
But it's not the right time yet, it shouldn't be...
Shen Tangning's eyelids twitched slightly, and she felt uneasy for no reason.
She glanced around but didn't see Shen Ci. This unease gradually grew. Shen Tangning pursed her lips, gave Xue Qing a few instructions, and the other nodded before turning and leaving.
Jiang Qingyue entered the hall with a faint smile on her lips, causing Shen Tangning to pause.
Wen Yao stepped forward, pouting and complaining, "I was just looking for you, where did you go?"
Jiang Qingyue's gaze swept over the group, and she smiled, "It's stuffy in the hall, let's go out for some fresh air."
Wen Yao was somewhat tempted by the idea, but also hesitated: "After all, this is the palace. Wouldn't it be inappropriate for us to wander around so freely?"
Jiang Qingyue smiled and explained, "It's fine to just stroll around nearby; there are plenty of people outside."
Wen Yao immediately perked up. The hall was crowded and noisy, and it would be stuffy if she stayed there for too long. She turned to ask Shen Tangning and Gu Qingxu for their opinions, and the two agreed.
Shen Tangning pursed her lips slightly and glanced at Jiang Qingyue without leaving a trace. She had said that Jiang Qingyue was in a bad mood before, but now she seemed to be in a good mood.
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