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  Embroidered with gold and silver thread, the precious silk fabrics were made into the most beautiful and fashionable dresses that trailed on the five-colored brocade floor. On their high hair buns over a foot tall, they wore various kinds of flower pins, jade pendants, golden hairpins, beaded headbands, and golden silk crowns. Pearls and jewels sparkled in the candlelight, filling the air with fragrance. These were the women from the highest echelons of society. They sat or stood, their postures elegant and refined, gazing calmly at Peony, this commoner who had intruded into their world.

  The peony stood upright in the middle of the courtyard, receiving countless gazes and scrutiny. Instead of being nervous, it threw off its previous tension and straightened its back after bowing.

  After a long time, he finally heard the gentle voice of Princess Kangcheng: "Are you Peony?" Her voice was not loud, very warm and pleasant to hear, but it gave people a special feeling that made them feel absolutely inaccessible.

  Mu Dan said: "Xiao Fu Ren is Wei Fang, also known as Mu Dan."

  The voice had barely fallen when a burst of snickering erupted, and someone said in a soft but clear tone: "Tsk, the only one who can compare to Xi Shi is the peony. The peony, with its noble status and heavenly fragrance, dares to be called the king of flowers?"

  "Don't talk nonsense, I think the king of flowers is not bad, but it's really as beautiful as a flower."

  "What kind of flower?"

  "Dog tail flower...... or perhaps, like the one Tsinghua University raised, that mediocre cockscomb flower?" "Hahahaha..." The noble ladies laughed so hard their flowers shook.

  There were also noblewomen who disdained to join these young girls in doing something that didn't match their family's status, holding a fan and fanning themselves leisurely, just watching the commotion without participating. Madame Bai calmly handed a cup of tea to Princess Kangcheng, as if she hadn't heard these boring and vicious words at all.

  The peony did not glance sideways, calm and composed, without revealing any signs of humility or resentment. Before that, the Jade had already greeted her, and the Qinghua County Master was also here. No matter how much the Qinghua County Master was criticized for being a person, she was still a member of the royal family, representing that transcendent noble circle, and also representing the somewhat arrogant nature of these people. Being someone who was nothing, with a low status, and yet had become an "opponent" to the Qinghua County Master, made her the target of bullying by these royal noblewomen. The peony was mentally prepared, treating all these discordant voices as mere waste.

  The Princess of Kang heard the teasing and ridicule from her relatives, but she didn't stop them. Instead, she narrowed her eyes to observe Peony carefully. Under the lamplight, Peony's eyes were cast down, her figure was straight like a bamboo, with skin as white as jade and hair as black as ebony. She wore simple yet elegant clothes, without any signs of sadness or resentment, nor did she show any inferiority complex due to her low status. There was no hatred or anger in her expression, unlike someone who had been wronged. She stood there quietly, like a peony flower that didn't need any elaborate decorations to showcase its beauty. Its subtle fragrance and elegant demeanor were deeply embedded in the hearts of those who admired it, leaving an unforgettable impression.

  Not arrogant or humble, with a straight back, this posture can be done intentionally, but the calmness and tranquility emitted by the person as a whole cannot be pretended. Princess Kang Cheng said slowly: "Call Peony, indeed worthy of her name, she's a good girl. Come closer, let me take a good look."

  As soon as she spoke, all the noise subsided. Princess Kangcheng and the Emperor were siblings born of the same mother, with a very close relationship. Normally, she was steady and majestic in her demeanor; whatever she said went, and no one dared to disagree. A woman wearing a crimson cloak with golden silk flowers, a gold hairpin on her head, skin as white as snow, and charming eyes like silk, smiled apologetically at Qinghua Duchess standing beside her: "Eighth sister, I'm sorry, can't help you vent your anger."

  "Fox spirit." Qinghua Junzhu irritably tugged at the orange-red, round-collared, tight-sleeved, narrow-waisted robe on her body, her eyes gloomily staring at Peony as she gritted her silver teeth.

  Peony walked up to the front of Princess Kangcheng's seat, bowed again, and then stood up straight. Princess Kangcheng held her hand and examined it carefully, seeing that her skin was as white as snow, with a beautiful and delicate palm shape. She also gently stroked the center of her palm, feeling its softness, smoothness, warmth, and dryness.

  She looked at Peony's face and neck carefully, sighed slightly, what a pity, even if the status is lower, such a woman would be a treasure in her family. Who would bear to ruin her like this?

  Peony saw Kang Cheng's eldest princess staring at herself, not mentioning anything else, slightly anxious but not daring to speak up, just maintaining a warm and quiet demeanor.

  After a long time, Princess Chang Cheng finally let go of Peony's hand and said: "Qing Hua, come here."

  The young mistress of Qinghua was staring at Peony, gritting her teeth, and suddenly thought of the bad luck she had encountered today. She had been scolded for no reason and made a fool of herself in front of her brothers and sisters in the mansion. Then she thought about Liu Cheng's hateful and lovable ways. It wasn't until Kang City Princess called out to her, or rather, someone beside her gave her a gentle push, that she came back to reality. With the natural arrogance of royalty, she calmly walked up to Kang City Princess, paid her respects, and asked after her well-being. As she stood up, she cast a disdainful glance at Peony, looking at Peony's serene face, and felt an overwhelming urge to scratch her until she was covered in scratches.

  The peony seems to be unaware of anything, and even when looked at, it doesn't look back at her.

  Tsinghua County's mistress is also a beauty, but the arrogant and vicious aura on her face, the evil eyes, compared to the quiet and elegant peony, the difference is obvious.

  Kang Cheng looked at Peony with a stern expression: "Peony, do you hate Tsinghua?"

  Is it that direct? Of course, I couldn't say I hate him! Peony raised her eyes and looked at Princess Chang of the Kang City, saying lightly: "I didn't have any hope, so there's no hatred."

  It makes sense. Princess Changlong glanced at Madame Bai with a hint of a smile, but saw that Madame Bai was leaning to one side, seemingly listening to Peony's words, her mind however seemed to have wandered off somewhere else.

  Kang Cheng's eldest princess withdrew her gaze and asked Peony: "What did you say?"

  "Marriage is predestined, why force it? Heart dead, no love so no hate. Moreover, why do men always blame women for what they do?" She herself felt a chill after saying this.

  The surroundings were quiet, and several noblewomen stopped fanning themselves, casting their eyes on the peony to examine it carefully. Kang Cheng seemed unsurprised, saying: "You have spoken with some reason. Since that's the case, I'll help you achieve your goal."

  This is exactly what I've been waiting for! Peony immediately went to Kang Cheng and bowed: "Please fulfill your promise."

  Kang Cheng laughed and ordered Xiao Nv Guan: "You go invite Madame Liu Shangshu over. Such a beautiful day, it's just right for us to make the most of it."

  Tsinghua County Master felt a weight lifted off his shoulders. That old woman had never been kind to him, but this time she wouldn't dare openly defy orders? He had begged his aunt for a long time about this matter, and she hadn't agreed until today.

  Before long, Madame Qi hurried over, beaming with smiles as she curtsied and greeted Princess Kangcheng. The princess was also courteous, inviting her to sit down before pointing at Peony and asking, "Do you know who she is, madam?"

  Madam Qi saw the peony and was furious, then she saw Qinghua County's mistress by her side, and she was even more angry. Although she didn't know what was going on, she already understood that it had something to do with Liu Cheng's marriage, and she automatically assumed that Qinghua County's mistress was trying to get into their family, and for a moment, she hated Qinghua County's mistress so much that before she even entered the door, she was already thinking about how to fight her.

  Kang Cheng waited in vain for Madame Qi to respond, and with a look of displeasure, he put down the teacup on the table with a moderate force. Madame Qi shivered slightly, came back to her senses, and smiled: "It's my daughter-in-law, He Shi."

  Kang Cheng smiled warmly, but his words were straightforward: "I heard that they don't get along as a couple?"

  Madam Qi did not dare to conceal it and could only say dejectedly: "Yes."

  "They say that when two people have different intentions, it's hard to come to a common understanding. Forcing them to stay together will only lead to resentment. As parents, we should consider the feelings of young people more, don't you think?" Kang Cheng stretched out his hand and grasped Qinghua's hand in his own.

  This means nothing more than releasing Peony and marrying Tsinghua. Madame Qi gritted her teeth, silent.

  Kang Cheng smiled slightly: "I don't know if Liu Shangshu is here? I remember that Liu Shangshu has always been a kind and gentle person, I think he..."

  Forced to this point, it seems that today's refusal will not end well. Madame Qi took a deep breath and said: "The Princess is right. That's the reason."

  Kang Cheng burst out laughing and warmly pulled up Madame Qi's hand, turning to Mudan with a smile: "Don't you hurry to thank Madame Qi for her generosity?"

  Peony said, "Whether or not to thank is nothing, just a verbal agreement won't do." However, he still went forward and bowed his knees to salute Mrs. Qi. Seeing the dazzling smiles on Peony's and Qinghua's faces, Mr. Qi felt a pang of heartache, so painful that he turned away, clenched his fists, and couldn't even say the polite words to ask Peony to get up.

  Kang Cheng smiled and said, "Madam Qi, I think this child and I have a good affinity. Let's just do it thoroughly. When would you like me to send someone over for the book?"

  It's really outrageous! Madame Qi's chest was churning with anger, her old face flushed red with rage, and several times she tried to speak up, only to find that her lips and tongue were trembling too violently, unable to form coherent words.

  Kang Cheng is also not in a hurry, patiently waiting.

  After a while, Madame Qi said: "Tomorrow..." She originally wanted to say that tomorrow was not going well and would talk about it another day. Unexpectedly, Xiao Nujuan smiled and said: "Madam is really considerate of others, I dare to take on this task, can I go tomorrow?"

  Kang Cheng smiled slightly: "Then it's settled, tomorrow I'll have her come over to fetch it. Once this is done, in a few days I'll ask the Emperor for permission to marry, and no one will be allowed to make any more trouble, anyone who does will not be given an audience by me."

  One hammer settled the matter, and indeed, the heavens are high and the earth is thick, with power being the greatest. Peonies sighed in admiration.

  Madam Qi only felt a sweetness in her throat, and before she could even react, a mouthful of blood had already spurted out. She struggled to get up and bid farewell, but didn't even have the courage to glance at the people around her. With great difficulty, she walked out of the pavilion, where she saw Nubi, Zhu Shi, and others waiting outside. As soon as she saw them, she fainted.

  The noise reached the pavilion, and Kang Cheng calmly ordered Xiao Nu: "Use my sedan chair to send Madame Qi back." He also ordered Qinghua Junzhu: "You go too."

  Tsinghua County Master responded with a sound, swept Mu Tong with a glance, and walked out. Before reaching the door, she was pulled by the woman who wore a golden silk flower crown earlier, smiling lightly: "Congratulations, Eighth Sister, you've finally fulfilled your wish. Although that girl is a family daughter, she's quite carefree and doesn't have any lingering feelings for Liu Shu."

  The face of the mistress of Qinghua Manor suddenly turned gloomy. What does this mean? Is it because of He Mudan's gift? She looked at Mudan with a sly smile: "Mudan, do you want me to send you back?"

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