The whole family died tragically? The eldest daughter is the most powerful in the capital after her

"Now we can only wait for news. Perhaps Princess Ren will help us out of kindness." Mrs. Wu consoled reluctantly.

When Prince Ren returned to the palace, his wife told him everything that Old Lady Wu had come to ask for.

Ren Wang pondered for a moment, then smiled and said, "This is an opportunity. The Wu family is now being suppressed and can't breathe, and the Song family is also in a bad situation. If I come forward to help them, these two families will definitely be grateful. If I win them over, I may be able to get a lot of benefits from it."

Princess Ren nodded in agreement after hearing this: "If that's the case, then we can try to help them. Miss Lin's actions were too radical, but if we can find a breakthrough from them, it will also be beneficial to the prince's plan."

Ren Wang smiled and said, "Yes, if I help the Wu and Song families, they will be of use to me in the future. Besides, the son of the Zhenguo Duke dotes on the girl from the Lin family. This may be a good opportunity to show off his power."

He calmed down and told Princess Ren: "Go and say hello to the Wu and Song families and tell them that I will take care of this matter. Winning them over is only one aspect. If we can take this opportunity to create some trouble for the Zhenguo Mansion, that would be even better."

Princess Ren immediately asked the nanny to deliver a letter, saying that she would go to the Wu family in two days, and at the same time expressed her desire to meet the old lady of the Song family.

When the Wu family learned that Princess Ren would visit them in two days, everyone was so excited that they could hardly hide their excitement.

Old Madam Wu was even more delighted, thinking that the Wu family had finally found a strong backer this time.

The Wu family was busy preparing for the reception two days later. The atmosphere in the mansion was extremely warm, as if all the haze had been swept away.

"If we can get close to the Renwang Palace this time, the Wu family's predicament will be solved. Who can still look down on us?" Mrs. Wu was full of joy, and she discussed with Mr. Wu how to make the Princess of Renwang more satisfied.

"Yes, that little girl from the Lin family is so arrogant and domineering relying on the support of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. Now that we have climbed to a higher branch, what else can she do?" Master Wu was also very proud, as if he had already seen the glorious future of the Wu family.

However, in the joyful atmosphere of the entire Wu family, a letter was also sent to the Song family, inviting them to go to the Wu family in two days to meet Princess Ren.

Old Madam Song and the Song couple were overjoyed when they heard the news. Old Madam Song even wrote a reply letter herself to express her gratitude to Princess Ren for meeting her in person.

"The Renwang Palace treats us so well. With the combined efforts of the Wu and Song families, we will be able to gain a firm foothold in the capital in the future." Mrs. Song said with hope.

"Yes, with the powerful combination of our two families, if the Lin family dares to deal with us again in the future, they will definitely think twice before acting." Mr. Song was also full of confidence.

Only Song Zhennan was worried.

His thoughts were in a mess, his brows were furrowed, and he paced alone in the yard.

"This time Princess Ren suddenly showed goodwill, I'm afraid it's not just to help the Wu and Song families out of trouble."

He knew in his heart that behind the series of changes in the Qi family lay a complicated situation in the court, and the sudden approach of the Prince Ren's Palace seemed more like an attempt to secretly stir up the situation.

He couldn't help but think of his previous conversation with Gu Nanyuan and Qi Zeshen, and vaguely felt that there was much more involved behind this than just the small grudge at hand.

In the evening, Song Zhennan finally couldn't help but go to see Mr. and Mrs. Song.

With a serious look on his face, he walked up to them and spoke after careful consideration: "Father, Mother, Princess Ren's sudden show of goodwill this time is probably not just to help our Wu and Song families solve their difficulties. Have you ever thought about the deeper meaning behind it? The Qi family's affairs and the Lin family's attitude make this matter complicated."

However, his father, Mr. Song, glanced at him coldly and spoke sharply.

"Zhennan, you are always like this, without any ambition." Mr. Song put down the teacup in his hand heavily, splashing a few drops of tea. "His Highness Prince Ren wants to win over the Song family. This is a great opportunity! But you are here saying 'the situation is unclear' and 'don't get involved'. What on earth are you thinking?"

Mrs. Song sat aside, stroking the old lady's hand, her tone gentle but full of impatience: "Zhennan, you can't be so cowardly. If the Song family wants to rise, we can't always be so timid.

Behind the King of Ren is an important official in the court. If our Song family can win their favor, wouldn’t it have a bright future? Why can’t you see the benefits of this? "

The old lady closed her eyes slightly, leaned on a cane, and said coldly, "Zhennan, I think you are a piece of mud that can't be helped!"

"Grandma, I..." Song Zhennan wanted to argue a few more words, wanting to tell them that the current political situation was complicated and that Prince Ren was obviously planning for himself by trying to win over various forces. However, he knew that no matter what he said, his family would not listen.

They only see benefits and opportunities, but completely ignore the hidden crises behind them.

Seeing that the whole family was dissatisfied with him, Song Zhennan felt even heavier.

He clenched his fists, knowing that if he didn't express his opinion, the elders in his family would be completely disappointed in him and might even think of severing ties with him.

"I'm saying all this for the future of the Song family!" Song Zhennan stood up, his tone faintly anxious, "Although Prince Ren has power, the court is complicated, and the struggle between the crown prince and the kings is far from clear. If the Song family intervenes rashly, it will only become fish on the chopping board. By then, it's hard to say whether we can preserve the Song family, let alone rise to prominence!"

But his Master Song still sneered, his eyes full of disdain: "Zhennan, you are too naive. You didn't seize the opportunity in front of you, and you are still worrying about it! If you continue like this, you will only bury the Song family forever and become a mediocre person for the rest of your life."

Song Zhennan was silent for a moment, knowing that no matter how much he said, his family would not wake up.

A chill ran through his heart. He dared not say anything more. He bowed and turned away silently.

The moment he stepped out of the house, he felt a heavy burden on his shoulders, like an invisible mountain pressing down on him, making it almost impossible for him to breathe.

Song Zhennan stood in front of the gate of Qi Mansion, looking up at the spacious mansion, feeling very complicated.

He brushed his clothes, composed himself, and walked slowly into the Qi family, carrying a few carefully selected gifts.

When Butler Qi saw Song Zhennan, he immediately took him into the main hall.

Seeing this, Qi Sijun smiled slightly and came forward in person: "Zhennan, you are here."

"Uncle Qi, I'm sorry to bother you today because I want to ask you something." Song Zhennan handed over the gift and then sat down with Qi Sijun.

He exchanged a few pleasantries and then turned the topic to political issues.

Qi Sijun also heard some things about the Song family and the Lin family. Although he didn't know why Song Zhennan wanted to talk about this, he still told him some of it.