Yuan Shi gazed at Jiang Wan, a sense of understanding flashing through her mind.
She chuckled nonchalantly, "I know my days are numbered, but I have some things to tell Lin'er before I die." She added, "And Ziyu, since he went to prison, he has missed Lin'er very much, which is why he sent a letter back home."
"Really?" Jiang Wan asked. "So Song Lin came to the Ministry of Justice prison for this very reason?"
Song Ziyu was slightly startled.
That day, he clearly instructed Song Lin to avoid the eyes and ears of the General's Mansion, but Jiang Wan still managed to find out.
Madam Yuan also became alert, cautiously observing Jiang Wan, trying to discern something from her expression.
For example, did Jiang Wan already know about the secret instructions she gave to Song Lin?
The woman opposite him had eyes like clear water, sparkling and bright, yet unfathomable.
Madam Yuan's palms were slightly sweaty. She calmed herself down before saying, "I already said that Ziyu was worried about Lin'er, which is why he called him here to talk. A-Wan, what are you implying by asking these questions indirectly?"
Jiang Wan took a half step back and chuckled softly, "Whatever Grandmother says goes. I was just asking casually."
Her casual attitude left Madam Yuan unsure of what to do.
She instructed Song Lin that the secret must not be exposed, otherwise both she and Song Ziyu would lose their lives.
Jiang Wan is always cunning. If she really becomes suspicious and investigates further... Song Lin might not be a match for her.
Madam Yuan thought for a moment and said slowly, "If you don't believe me, the letter that Ziyu wrote to Lin'er back then should still be there. You can take it and take a look."
Just to be on the safe side, the letter did not reveal any secrets.
It only describes Song Ziyu's deep longing for Song Lin and his earnest hope that he would come to the prison to meet him and discuss important matters.
Even if Jiang Wan saw it, it wouldn't be a big deal.
At least it temporarily dispelled her suspicions; let's not let her ruin our important plans.
Having said that, Jiang Wan stopped and turned to leave the prison.
After she left the Ministry of Justice, the servant sent by Song Lin turned around and went inside.
It is unclear how they discussed it, or perhaps they received instructions from the Yuan family, but in any case, that afternoon, Song Lin sent someone to deliver the letter to Xingzhi Academy.
The calligraphy on the Xuan paper is vigorous and powerful, like dragons and phoenixes dancing in the wind.
Jiang Wan immediately recognized that it was written by Song Ziyu himself.
The contents of the letter were subtle, but the tone alone conveyed the longing and love of a loving father for his son.
Jiang Wan smiled with satisfaction.
In Bi Yuan's mind, Song Ziyu and Song Lin had long been estranged and were on the verge of falling out.
I wonder what he will think when he sees this letter?
Although the letter cannot prove anything, it can certainly spark the imagination.
That was her goal.
To deceive a clever person like Bi Yuan, you need to avoid overdoing it; just make him suspicious, and that will be enough.
Jiang Wan handed the letter to Zhu Ying and asked her to deliver it to the west of the city.
Looking around, Pei Xi was still lingering in Xingzhi Courtyard, half-leaning on the soft couch and playing with the cat. Tea had been refilled three times, but he showed no sign of leaving.
Jiang Wan frowned.
She has important things to do tonight and can't afford to delay.
Seeing Biluo walking over from outside the courtyard and secretly winking at her, Jiang Wan glanced at the darkening sky and could only take the initiative to remind her.
"Your Highness, it's getting late."
Upon hearing this, Pei Xi was quite displeased: "I have come here today after going through all the trouble, how can you expect me to turn you away so easily?"
Jiang Wan asked, "Has the matter I asked you to handle been completed?"
"What do you have to worry about when I do things?" Pei Xi patted his chest. "Xiao Luzi has already infiltrated the Gu family's courtyard. Don't underestimate him. He has some martial arts skills and is the most clever eunuch in my palace."
Jiang Wan nodded and said, "Thank you."
"That's more like it." Pei Xi curled her lips. "I did you a big favor today and even helped you vent your anger."
Jiang Wan twitched her lips.
She heard what Pei Xi meant by "venting her anger" as soon as she returned to the manor.
It is unknown how he and Gu Yurong discussed the banquet, but in any case, Gu Yurong has been forced to kneel in the ancestral hall for two hours as punishment for repeatedly "offending the prince and showing contempt for the royal family".
Pei Xi blew on his tea with a contented air, a hint of self-satisfaction in his eyes.
Jiang Wan was speechless for a moment.
She invited Pei Xilai today only to arouse Song Lin's suspicion; she had no other intentions whatsoever.
Little did anyone know that the Third Prince misunderstood and took the opportunity to cause trouble for Gu Yurong.
"You don't need to thank me." Pei Xi snorted coldly: "The Gu family is putting on an act. I've long disliked her."
"...I appreciate your kindness."
Jiang Wan thought for a moment and then agreed.
"Your Highness should have stayed here for dinner, but if you linger too long, it will inevitably attract attention. Our relationship cannot be discovered by others for the time being."
These words somehow pleased Pei Xi, and he stopped making a fuss, nodding with satisfaction.
"Too."
Pei Xi smiled.
"It's best to keep our relationship a secret for now."
Before leaving, he reminded Jiang Wan, "Remember, you owe me a dinner. You must make it up to me later."
Seeing that Jiang Wan nodded in agreement, he left satisfied.
As soon as Pei Xi left, Biluo quickly walked in from outside the courtyard, followed by a man dressed in black.
After entering the room, he slowly removed his mask, revealing the time.
"Tonight, you must stay close to Song Lin at all times. I've already had Cai Die draw up a map of the terrain. Be careful and don't lose him," Jiang Wan instructed.
"Rest assured, Pavilion Master," Shi Xu replied.
“The Third Prince’s men have already infiltrated the Gu family. With Song Lin’s keen senses, he should have noticed it long ago.”
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