I died tragically in my previous life, and I want to be an empress in my next life

The game was over, and Pei Zhiyan was thinking of taking a leisurely walk. However, as soon as she walked down the stands, she unexpectedly ran into Zhao Wanru and the eldest princess approaching. Pei Zhixuan followed behind them with her head lowered.

The marriage between Zhao Wanru and Xuanyuan Zheng was facilitated by the eldest princess. Normally, Zhao Wanru would be humble in front of the eldest princess. In such occasions, she would naturally become closer to the eldest princess.

Pei Zhiyan's heart sank. She knew that it would be difficult to escape from the eldest princess this time. As expected, the eldest princess's eyes swept over her, and a smile appeared at the corner of her mouth, but it made people feel a biting cold.

These royal family members are more difficult to serve than each other. Pei Zhiyan really doesn't want to entertain them, but she can't avoid it.

"Greetings, Princess." Pei Zhiyan bowed slightly and performed a standard court etiquette.

The princess glanced at her calmly, her tone seemed a bit nonchalant, "Princess Jing, you are getting better and better."

Pei Zhiyan lowered her eyes slightly and said, "Princess, you are too kind. Zhiyan still has a lot to learn."

"The banquet is about to begin, let's go together." The eldest princess' tone was still light, but it revealed an unquestionable majesty.

Pei Zhiyan could only nod obediently, smiled, and said, "Yes, Princess."

The eldest princess held a banquet today. At this time, the ladies were also tidying up their dresses and preparing to attend the banquet.

Several people came to the banquet. At this time, several princesses had already taken their seats. There were only two seats left, the first seat and the one below the first seat. Zhao Wanru pointed at the first seat and said, "Princess Jing, please take a seat first."

Pei Zhiyan knew that this was not a seat she could sit in. If she did, she would offend all the guests. In addition to the eldest princess, there was also the Crown Princess Zhao Wanru and several princesses of noble status. If she overstepped her authority, she would offend all the guests.

Pei Zhiyan smiled slightly, graceful as water, "The eldest princess and the crown princess come in first."

The eldest princess glanced at her indifferently, thinking that this Princess Jing was a person who knew etiquette, and then she sat down at the head of the table.

Zhao Wanru then pointed to the remaining seat and said, "Then Princess Jing can sit here."

Pei Zhiyan took a step back and said, "Crown Princess, please sit here."

Zhao Wanru sat down, then pretended to be helpless and said, "Then we can only open another table for Princess Jing."

According to etiquette, only people of the highest status or those whose families have suffered a funeral can sit alone at the banquet. If Pei Zhiyan really sat at the chief seat, the other princesses would have to move.

"Crown Princess, the etiquette of absence should not be used carelessly. If I sit alone, it would seem like a curse on Prince Jing." Pei Zhiyan said with a smile.

Pei Zhiyan is not the most prestigious person here, so if she sits alone, then she must be someone who has a family funeral? When Pei Zhiyan said this, the faces of the people present changed slightly.

"This Crown Princess didn't mean that," Zhao Wanru explained hurriedly, "I was just kind enough to arrange a seat for Princess Jing."

She was secretly annoyed that Pei Zhiyan was so scheming that she actually led her into a trap. Then she looked around and said helplessly, "There is no room here. What should I do?"

The princess frowned and said, "Since you are all here as guests at the Princess's Mansion today, I should play the role of a good host. Please be more casual. You are all young people, so I will sit alone. Second sister, you should come and sit here."

Having said that, he stood up and left the table, going to his own seat. The second princess then stood up from the other seat below the first seat and walked towards that seat.

After the second princess sat down, the eldest princess motioned to Princess Yongtai to move. Princess Yongtai was somewhat reluctant, but she had to stand up, frowned slightly, and gave her seat to Pei Zhiyan.

"Thank you, Princess." Pei Zhiyan smiled and then sat down slowly.

As soon as Pei Zhiyan sat down, Princess Yongtai snorted coldly, waved her hand as if to shoo away a mosquito, and frowned, "It's a good banquet, but it's causing trouble everywhere and ruining people's mood. What a thing!"

Zhao Wanru picked up the wine glass, chuckled, and then said, "Why bother with this kind of thing, my sister?"

Pei Zhiyan didn't want to pay attention at first, but seeing the two of them singing the same tune, she took a deep breath, straightened her back, and said seriously, "As the saying goes, flies don't bite seamless eggs. The 'things' you mentioned also have a reason."

Princess Yongtai and Zhao Wanru's faces changed. Princess Yongtai pointed at Pei Zhiyan and said, "You!"

Before she finished her words, the eldest princess's sharp eyes swept over her. Princess Yongtai had no choice but to give up, pick up the wine glass, and drink it all.

No matter how arrogant Princess Yongtai was, she would not dare to act wildly in front of the eldest princess. She could still act coquettishly in front of the emperor, but the eldest princess would not buy it.

The eldest princess looked at Zhao Wanru with a bit more coldness in her eyes. At this moment, how could she not understand that this girl was always humble in front of her, but today she was using her as a swordsman.

Although she herself did not like Pei Zhiyan, it did not mean that she could be used by others. It seemed that she had underestimated Zhao Wanru.

The eldest princess has always remained sober and calm, and kept a distance from everyone. Although she is close to Zhao Wanru, it does not mean that she supports Xuanyuan Zheng.

After the meal, Zhao Wanru sat down to drink tea and rest. She looked at Pei Zhiyan and said, "Princess Jing's outfit today is very unique, especially the lotus flowers on her skirt, which seem to be painted on."

As soon as the words fell, everyone's eyes were focused on Pei Zhiyan. Pei Zhiyan was wearing an elegant long dress dotted with lotus flowers, like a living ink painting, which made her look noble and gentle.

Pei Zhiyan smiled and said, "I drew this lotus myself, but it's a little crude, I'm sorry to make you laugh."

In her previous life, after she became the queen, she had nothing to do all day long, so she spent her time painting, and she actually became quite good at it.

Zhao Wanru continued, "Princess Jing's painting skills are amazing. I really admire you. Could you paint two lotus flowers for me?"

Pei Zhiyan smiled faintly and shook her head gently, "Crown Princess, you are too kind. I am just entertaining myself in my spare time. If the Crown Princess doesn't mind, then I will show my ugliness."

"Princess Jing is so polite. Someone, bring me some pen and ink." Zhao Wanru said.

When the servants brought pen, ink and paper, Pei Zhiyan picked up the pen, dipped it in ink, and began to paint on the paper. Her brushstrokes were delicate, and each stroke was full of emotion and vitality. Soon, two lifelike lotus flowers appeared on the paper.

Everyone looked at the painting and couldn't help but praise it. Someone said with emotion, "Princess Jing is such a talented woman!"