After the noble lady was reborn, the whole mansion begged her for forgiveness

Seeing Fang Rushang open her red lips and take the initiative to bring up the topic, Qin Suyu's autumn-water eyes turned gently, and she moved towards the two of them quietly and silently like a deer in the woods, as if she was afraid of missing any words, and even more afraid that her presence would disturb this rare warmth.

When the name of the Sixth Princess Long Mei was mentioned, Qin Suling's body stiffened slightly involuntarily, and her thoughts were instantly pulled back to her carefree childhood.

At that time, she was Long Mei's close study partner. The two of them were inseparable and as close as sisters, and together they weaved many beautiful dreams about the future.

That friendship, like aged wine buried deep underground, becomes more fragrant as time goes by, but it is also covered with a layer of sadness due to the passage of time.

The changes in the previous life slowly unfolded in Qin Suling's mind like a scroll.

The border between Northern Qi and Yan was rife with war. Yan was even more ambitious, attempting to bind the two countries together through the ancient and complex method of marriage.

Sending envoys to ask for marriage from the Sixth Princess Long Mei on behalf of the Crown Prince of Yan was not only a provocation to the dignity of Northern Qi, but also a cruel arrangement for Long Mei's personal destiny.

Qin Suling's heart was filled with doubts. She didn't know what the emperor would decide. She only remembered that before the marriage proposal storm had subsided, Long Mei was forced to step onto the red carpet leading to the Wu Mansion.

That day, the sunlight sprinkled on the earth in patches, but it could not illuminate the sadness and helplessness in Long Mei's eyes.

Long Mei's words, like fallen leaves in the autumn wind, gently fell into Qin Suling's heart: "Is this the fate of women? No matter what their origins are, they can't escape the control of fate in the end, and it's hard to stay with the one they love."

At that time, Qin Suling did not yet understand the deep meaning of Long Mei's words. She only felt an inexplicable sadness rising in her heart.

On the wedding day, Qin Suling was surrounded by guests, but her heart was full of doubts and confusion.

Although she wanted to ask Long Mei in detail, she was restricted by the situation and could only turn all her words into silent sighs.

From that day on, the two of them drifted further and further apart, until one day when she heard the news of Long Mei's death, Qin Suling suddenly realized that the grand wedding was actually their last reunion in this life. At that moment, her heart was filled with an indescribable emotion, and she was in so much pain that she could hardly breathe.

She held back her tears, tried to force out a smile, and comforted her mother beside her: "Mother, the Sixth Princess is not a narrow-minded person. Her departure may be God's will."

Fang Rushuang smiled dotingly when she heard this, and gently scratched Qin Suling's nose: "Child, you are always so protective. Mother was just teasing you, seeing how anxious you are."

At this time, Qin Suyu saw that the two did not seem to notice her presence, and she was extremely anxious. She finally mustered up the courage to step forward, with a hint of subtle caution in her voice: "Mother, tomorrow is the Sixth Princess' birthday? I heard that the banquet is extremely grand. Lan'er has never been to the palace, and she is full of curiosity about it. I wonder if Sister Ruo'er can accompany me?"

Fang Rushang's eyes swept across Qin Suyu indifferently, and she knew what she was thinking very well.

She knew very well that for a concubine's daughter from an aristocratic family, the opportunity to enter the palace was a rare one. Although the Sixth Princess' birthday banquet was not a state banquet, it was also a rare social opportunity.

So, she nodded slightly, with a barely perceptible sternness in her tone: "If you really want to go, I will take you with me tomorrow. But remember, you must be more cautious in the palace, and you must not lose your sense of propriety and embarrass the Prime Minister's Mansion."

Upon hearing this, Qin Suyu hurriedly thanked him with a respectful and submissive smile on her face, but she was secretly dissatisfied in her heart.

Although she got what she wanted, Fang Rushang's advice was like cold water that extinguished the enthusiasm in her heart.

She looked around and saw that the house was filled with fragrance and warmth. Everything seemed so harmonious and beautiful.

However, thinking of the simple life she and her aunt lived in the mansion, which was in stark contrast to the luxury here, she couldn't help but feel a surge of anger and resentment in her heart.

She gritted her teeth secretly, buried this dissatisfaction deep in her heart, and vowed to find an opportunity to settle them one by one in the future.

"Yes, my daughter will go back and prepare it right away."

After Qin Suyu finished speaking, she hurried away with her maid, secretly thinking about how to gain more benefits and glory for herself in the palace.

The warmth and tranquility left behind by her back seemed to foreshadow the upcoming changes.

The next morning, the dawn began to appear in the sky, and a thin mist like a veil slowly lingered in front of the Qin Mansion. Qin Suyu was already dressed neatly, standing on the bluestone steps, her eyes as sharp as torches, piercing through the mist and shooting straight ahead.

Her posture was upright, and her head held high seemed to be talking to the morning light. She stood beside Qin Suling's magnificently decorated carriage, emitting an aura that could not be ignored.

She used her eyes as a blade, and swept past the busy servants with almost contempt, thinking secretly in her heart that even the most inconspicuous dust in this mansion seemed to tremble slightly because of her presence, adding a bit of awe.

Qin Suyu's entry into the palace this time not only carried the expectations of her family, but also her mother's earnest teachings and reluctance late at night.

The mother took out the jewelry she had collected for many years one by one, each piece containing deep emotions and stories, and put them on her daughter personally, vowing to make her daughter the most dazzling star at the palace banquet.

In Qin Suling's residence, light filtered through the carved window lattices and sprinkled onto a dressing table. Jinxiu stood in front of the mirror, holding a jade comb in her hand, her eyes full of confusion and doubt.

She looked at Qin Suling in the mirror. She was wearing a light bean green long skirt that wrapped her body lightly. The hem of the skirt fluttered in the wind, like the gentlest willow branches in spring. It was both elegant and graceful with a bit of the elegance of time. However, it seemed a little alienated from Qin Suling's youthful and vigorous temperament.

Although the makeup was delicate and exquisite, it failed to fully outline the exquisiteness of her facial features, especially her earlobes, which were as white as jade and pink and attractive, but now seemed empty and lonely due to the lack of embellishment.

"Miss, is this how you are going to enter the palace?" There was a hint of barely perceptible worry in Jinxiu's voice.

Qin Suling heard this and smiled indifferently, as if she had seen through everything. "Today is a grand banquet in the palace, and all the beauties are competing for beauty. If we are too ostentatious, we will lose our dignity. Only by being decent and dignified can we show our dignity."

Her words were gentle but firm, revealing a kind of indifference and calmness that transcended the world.

Although no men were present at the princess' birthday party, it was also a stage for the royal nobles and the four princes to show off their talents.

This is not just a celebration, but also a silent competition of talent and beauty.

However, Qin Suling is indifferent and never bothers to take part in such fights. All she wants is a peaceful and far-sighted heart.

Although Jinxiu could not fully understand Qin Suling's mood, she nodded obediently in agreement. She knew that every decision of her master had its own profound meaning.

"Have the gifts prepared for the princess been arranged?" Qin Suling asked softly, with a barely perceptible concern in her tone.

Jinlan quickly replied, "It's ready. Jinxiu carefully placed it in the car last night. You can see it when you get in the car, young lady."

"What about the second young lady? Has anyone gone to pass the message?" Qin Suling asked again, his words revealing his strict control over details.

"Someone was sent there half an hour ago, and he should be waiting outside the door now." Jinlan's answer was clear and concise. After hearing it, Qin Suling nodded with satisfaction, and was very happy with Jinxiu's thoughtful arrangements.

Finally, Qin Suling slowly walked out of the residence. Qin Suyu had been waiting outside the door for a long time. Seeing her late, she couldn't help feeling a little resentful.

She looked at Qin Suling's outfit carefully, and muttered to herself, how could such plain clothes reflect the luxury and pride of the daughter of the prime minister?

What puzzled her even more was why everyone called Qin Suling "the most beautiful woman in Shengjing". What was so special about her?

"Sister." Qin Suyu suppressed her dissatisfaction, forced a stiff smile, and bowed to Qin Suling.

When Qin Suling saw her in gorgeous clothes, which were dazzling, she couldn't help but frown slightly, as if she had a thousand words to say but couldn't. In the end, she just responded lightly and stepped sideways into the carriage.

Qin Suyu followed closely behind, and their figures gradually disappeared in the morning light and mist, and they embarked on an unknown journey to the palace together.