But thinking about it, it doesn't seem strange. Twenty years ago, the Han family also occupied a position in the cabinet. How could the girls raised at that time be mediocre and have no abilities.

Mrs. Pingjinhou quickly called for someone and whispered instructions for the prince to send someone to call this evil obstacle away.

If he continues to stay, if something happens, he will not consider whether his marriage to the Wen family can be saved, but whether he will become enemies with the Wen family. Although according to the power of the Pingjin Marquis Mansion, the Wen family will

Don't be afraid. However, thirty years to the east of the river and thirty to the west of the river, who can tell what the future will bring, so when you can form a good relationship, try not to make enemies.

Over there, Li Ruoshui knew that she was not welcome, especially by those vulgar women in the backyard. Regardless of the age, they said she was like this or that. In fact, it was just jealousy. If they said she was seducing people, it was because they were incompetent and couldn't see it.

What does living with a man have to do with her? Those who are not jealous are mediocre people. Li Ruoshui has never taken them seriously. She knows that people like her are destined to live in high places and cannot blatantly compete with many people.

When a good man chats about romance, she is used to being alone. She also enjoys being alone, drinking alone and savoring the loneliness, leaning on the railing and looking into the distance, thinking about all the wonderful things in the future, and not to be too comfortable.

Li Ruoshui put on a weak posture, her thoughts were still distracted. After coming back to her senses, she felt that it was enough. Some people were disgusted with her, and it was disgusting enough. Some people felt sorry for her, so she still had to say what she needed to say. Regarding slander,

She doesn't care, but it is more advantageous to be pure and white in the end. As for this man, they value this appearance. If his reputation is bad, he will be looked down upon by them. Unless he has complete control over them.

When it is in the hand, naturally it cannot be exposed too much.

Li Ruoshui pressed the corner of his eyes with a handkerchief and lowered his head, "I know Miss Ming doesn't like me, but why would she slander me like this? There were quite a few people present at that time. If I said this, what would happen to me?

If the sky is struck by lightning, you will not die a good death."

Hate, hate, the more you hate, the more pity they will have.

Ming Zeyue hid in her mother's arms and kept "sobbing". After hearing this, she lowered the corners of her mouth and her eyes were filled with anger.

"Mom, who would shout that kind of thing out loud? No one else could hear it, but the people around me could hear it clearly, and she still wants to make excuses!" Who can't do that?

Li Ruoshui's body swayed inconspicuously, "If Miss Ming insists on saying that, I have nothing to say. The pure will become pure and the turbid will become turbid. I, Li Ruoshui, walk upright and sit upright, with a clear conscience."

Although she doesn't like Li Ruoshui, many people still believe her words. To be fair, although the Ninth Prince likes Li Ruoshui, no one has ever seen Li Ruoshui approach the Ninth Prince. This kind of love seems to

It has always been one-sided. Because of this, Ming Zeyue disliked Li Ruoshui, and he often found faults in a one-sided way.

But so what, no one will stand up and speak for her at this time.

The anger in Ming Zeyue's heart was even worse. She couldn't bear to see Li Ruoshui like this. "In that case, why not die to prove your innocence?" The malice was revealed almost unconcealed.

Li Ruoshui couldn't help but feel happy. She thought that Ming Zeyue had changed her attitude and was not so easy to deal with. But in the end, she was still impulsive and brainless. The situation was clearly in her favor, but she still wanted to die. There was nothing she could do. "Dad and mom, right?

I feel so sorry for them, how sad they would be and how unfilial I would be if they ended their lives just to prove something that was not necessary."

"Ming Zeyue, you should have some control over your behavior." The Ninth Prince couldn't bear it anymore and said angrily.

"I just said a word, and now I'm so anxious to protect you? Ninth Prince, even if you want to break off the engagement, you don't have to be in such a hurry." Ming Zeyue had tears in his eyes, as if he was heartbroken.

"Don't bring anything to do with this matter. I would have the same attitude as anyone else, but I can't see your vicious heart. - Madam, take a good look at it. I really can't stand a daughter like yours. "

Mrs. Ming was also speechless towards her daughter. As expected, she was still too little taught, spoiled, and had no sense of propriety when speaking, so that she didn’t know what should be said and what should not be said. But now is not the time to talk about this, "What is the ninth prince thinking?" You know full well that there is no need to use our Yue'er as an excuse. Yue'er has a bit of a temper, so as the Ninth Prince said, one is vicious on the left and ruthless on the other."

"The Ninth Prince is kind to me. I would like to thank you here. You and I have nothing to do with each other. It would be better for the Ninth Prince not to wade in this muddy water." Li Ruoshui lowered his eyebrows and lowered his eyes, revealing a distant look. After a moment, he looked at Mingze. Yue, "Whether the Ninth Prince wants to break off the engagement with the girl or not has nothing to do with me. Even if he breaks off, I will not marry the Ninth Prince. If my parents order me to do so in the future, I will twist my hair and become a sister-in-law. For the sake of being unfilial to outsiders. , Haha..." Although he was smiling, the sadness seemed to overflow, "That's it. I stayed here originally because I wanted to see Miss Xia's condition, but now... let me take my leave first."

Li Ruoshui squatted down, then slowly turned around and left.

There is loneliness and desolation in the back, as if it will drift away in the wind.

The Ninth Prince was so heartbroken that he could hardly breathe. Ruoshui personally broke off the marriage between them. Based on his understanding of her, since the words had been spoken, she would definitely not marry him if she could marry him.

Hua Baichen, who had not been called away yet, looked straight at Li Ruoshui walking away, like a walking corpse that had lost its soul.

Many people were also affected and asked whether it was too much.

There were only a few people who almost fell down in anger. Who were they going to stand up and roast?

Leaving behind a bunch of people with different thoughts, Li Ruoshui felt very relaxed. She had never planned to marry the Ninth Prince. She wanted power but not power, and power but not power. The possibility of sitting in that position was slim. It seems impossible not to get involved with other women just because of her. What is the use of such a person?

Really speaking, Emperor Xuan Ren best meets her expectations, whether it is status, ability or appearance. Unfortunately, he is too old. Who knows how long he can protect her. If he could be twenty years younger, Even if he is a teenager, Li Ruoshui will not hesitate. Prince Duan was also a good candidate, but it is a pity that he is blind.

She is only fifteen years old now, so she still has time to carefully look for someone, and there is no need to make a decision in a hurry. Her "main palace" must naturally be virtuous and generous, and must not be jealous.

After everyone disappeared for a while, the Ninth Prince turned back stiffly and said, "Ming Zeyue, you should be satisfied now!"

It was low and deep, not hysterical, but it gave people the feeling of being extremely hurt and angry. Even Mrs. Ming didn't care about it anymore, and he didn't want to think about the consequences.

The truly scary character is never the one who puts all his emotions on the surface.

Ming Zeyue was furious again, "You still have the nerve to say it, it's obvious that you have wanted to break off the engagement with me for a long time. Why did you come to the Pingjin Marquis Mansion? This is where girls and women stay, why did you come here? Don't come here.

You thought I didn’t know it was all because of Li Ruoshui, and you said there was nothing between you, so don’t tarnish the word ‘innocence’ with dirty words.”

"I don't want to listen to your self-righteous random speculations anymore, nor do I want to see you being so arrogant and disgusting. Ming Zeyue, either break off the engagement, or be prepared to complete the wedding alone." After saying that, the Ninth Prince walked away directly.

go.

His background is indeed not good enough, but only compared to his brothers. He is the son of the emperor. Even though he is not favored by his father, no one treats him harshly. He is born to be the best among tens of thousands. As long as he does not commit rebellion, he will be the emperor's son.

Even if he was guilty of being stupid, his father would at most give him a few words of reprimand. If so, why should he accept the idleness of two women?

Therefore, it can be said that the Ninth Prince suddenly got over his secondary disease and gave up his career.

Ming Zeyue was stunned for a moment, then broke down and cried, "Mother——"

Mrs. Ming was also trembling with anger, but what can be done, the other party is the prince after all. "Yue'er, let's break off the engagement, and mother will find a better one for you."

Ming Zeyue's lips trembled. She wanted to shout "no". She wanted to fight to the end with the Ninth Prince. It was not easy for her and they couldn't have an easy time either. However, if the Ninth Prince really asked her to complete the wedding by herself, then not only would it be

Just because she has lost face, the entire Ming family will become a laughing stock, and they will think that the girl from their Ming family really can't get married, so they are so shameless.

She is willful, unruly, arrogant and domineering, all of which are true, but she is not selfish to the point of not considering her family at all. It is impossible for her to only care about her own happiness.

"good!"

Even if her mother's talk of finding a better one was just empty talk, and the royal family broke off the engagement, where could she find a better one? Most people would avoid her, especially the Ninth Prince's reason for breaking off the engagement was her poor moral character.

.

The Ninth Prince's cruelty was almost tantamount to not leaving a way for her to survive. At this moment, Ming Zeyue could be said to hate him.

Mrs. Ming looked at her daughter with a sad face, feeling hateful and angry in her heart. Her eyes were like daggers. She pulled Ming Zeyue into her arms and said, "Yue'er, don't be sad. We, the Ming family, will not let go of that couple." She whispered softly.

said in her ear.

Ming Zeyue is not a generous person. Although her mother is impeccable on the outside, she is also petty on the inside.

And this time, the Ninth Prince trampled not only Ming Zeyue's face, but he would not go to this extent if he was concerned about the Ming family. No matter whether he lost his heart and went crazy for a woman, since

If you dare to do it, you have to pay the price.

At this point, half of the farce has come to an end. The rest will have to wait until the Xiadu Imperial Envoy arrives before any follow-up processing can be done. Logically speaking, an important minister like him, who is responsible for everything, should never do this kind of thing.

It was his turn to come forward. However, no one else in the Xia family was trusted now.

Even though Mrs. Xia hesitated to speak several times, Mrs. Pingjin Hou changed the subject. She obviously didn't want to talk about this matter at all. To say that her thoughts are all on her son now and she wanted to ask him carefully.

What exactly is going on.

Looking at Mrs. Han again, she didn't answer at all. She had something to do, so she had to leave first. - Hua Baichen, her future son-in-law, if he wanted to have someone he wanted, he would have already said that he wanted to marry her daughter, and he was still staring at the outside.

Who gave him the courage?

So, invisibly, the person in charge of the whole thing seemed to have become a grass.

It was Xiaocao who suggested that the Xia Du Imperial Envoy come to the Pingjin Marquis Mansion. He obviously wanted to meet the Du Imperial Envoy. So, if he went to find her, wouldn't that be a fight?

Using strong tactics? They have already alarmed everyone in their family. If they do anything extra, wouldn’t that mean they’re going to get slapped?

The irrelevant people dispersed quickly. This matter may have spread in the Pingjin Marquis Mansion. For the boring upper-class people, gossip is definitely a pastime not to be missed. The cause and effect of the matter may not be known yet.

It's clear, I'm just worried that I can't find anyone to ask.

Zhen Muyao and Wen Renying went into the house together, while Xiaocao moved a small stool and sat beside Xia Bihe's bed. He was lowering his head and concentrating on carving something. Only when he walked in could he see clearly.

It was a small person the size of a palm, and the general outline had already been revealed. Xiaocao was processing the face at the moment. One by one, the movements were smooth, and the whole face revealed its "true appearance" under their noses.

, exquisite and beautiful, perfect lines, lifelike.

"Sister Xuan actually has such skills, it's so amazing." Zhen Muchao said in sincere admiration.

Xiaocao blew the sawdust and said, "It's just for carving and playing." The thing was specially placed in the secret compartment at the bottom of the medicine box. It was not in it all the time. It was mainly used for meditation when encountering some things. Now

Her mind has calmed down.

"When I was at home, I also saw my fourth sister carving it, but every time I saw it, it was the same general appearance. I thought..."

"I thought Sister Xuan's skills were not good, so she was embarrassed to say it out loud?" Zhen Muchao raised her eyebrows and answered.

Wen Renying nodded sheepishly, "Aren't I afraid of hurting the fourth sister's self-esteem?"

Xiaocao smiled and said, "It's not that serious. - Are you done with the commotion outside?"

"Well, it's over for now. You must know that the Ming family is not easy to mess with." Zhen Muyao said with deep meaning.

Xiaocao nodded understandingly, but what happened next had nothing to do with them.

A few people gathered together and talked quietly. From Zhen Muyao, Xiaocao also learned more about the interpersonal relationships in Qi Chao, except for the topmost circle of the royal family. To sum up, it was probably complicated and complicated, and it was overwhelming.

Not long after, Zhen Muchao's mother-in-law came over. Compared with other ladies who always looked graceful and luxurious, this lady looked a little serious, and her face was not very beautiful, and she was even a little dull.

Rigid. It's really a bit unexpected.

Zhen Muyao looked at her mother. The girl who originally had the aura of defying the sky and the earth was a little timid. She took two steps back without any trace, "Mom, I didn't cause any trouble, really. You see, I also made friends with two people.

Sister, the harvest is not small, right?"

"If you really cause trouble, I'll go back and deal with you." When she looked at Xiaocao and Wen Renying again, although the expression on Mrs. Zhen's face did not change, she felt that her whole person had softened, "I think you two
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