Father, who is both a heir and a descendant, is still biased; the bound system has gone berserk.

[Great! Host, the letter you sent to Princess Mingluan yesterday worked! She came to see you today!]

Ying Hengzhi was in a good mood; she hadn't expected Mingluan to actually come.

[Ding! You have gained +2 points of Princess Mingluan's luck. The system has returned to its initial state and Princess Mingluan has been locked as your luck booster.]

Host, you must make good use of these hard-earned 2 points and strive to gain more luck!

Ying Hengzhi was stunned. After she came to her senses, she was overjoyed.

[Great news, Mynah! We finally have points!]

With points, they can turn the tables; Ying Yufu will never be her match.

[Host, it is recommended that you use these 2 points to enhance your personal charm, making others more favorable towards you. In this way, you will be able to obtain more fortune from Princess Mingluan.]

Host, do you agree?

【agree! 】

Increasing her personal charm is exactly what she wants.

In her dream, she was so charming that everyone looked at her differently.

Except for that terrifying boy.

[Ding! Host's charm value +2, making it easier for the host to gain favor with others.]

"Zhi'er, you seem very happy." Mingluan's voice suddenly rang in her ears.

Ying Hengzhi was startled, only then realizing that she hadn't been able to control the joy on her face. She was a little embarrassed and said, "Mingluan, I... I just thought I would never be able to come out again. Mingluan, thank you."

She meant it sincerely when she said thank you.

I am truly grateful for Mingluan's good fortune.

Princess Mingluan was completely unaware and snorted, "Zhi'er, we've been good friends for a long time, and I've always considered you my sister-in-law."

"Zhi'er, Second Brother is just angry right now. Don't take his actions to heart. He still cares about you!"

"Mingluan, I know. How could I be angry with him? I just blame myself for being so weak..."

Ying Hengzhi's eyes were slightly red, and her expression was somber.

Her appearance not only made Mingluan feel very sorry for her, but also made Su Jinyu, Wu Lingduo, and Rong Qing feel a sense of pity for her.

Clearly, they had no feelings for Ying Hengzhi before.

They only considered her a friend of Mingluan.

But now, they are starting to feel a little bit of affection for her.

It seems this girl is pitiful, and it seems her background is not something she could decide.

"Miss Ying, how can you blame yourself for being unworthy? You are Mingluan's friend, which makes you a good girl," Su Jinyu said with a smile.

Mingluan smiled and nodded, "That's right! Zhier, did you hear that? You are my friend, and therefore their friend as well. You are very good."

Hmph, if you ask me, it's all Ying Yufu's fault for interfering. She must be holding a grudge because the Second Prince likes you and not her. She's so narrow-minded!

You two grew up together like sisters, how could she be so ungrateful and target you so many times!

"Mingluan, it's all my fault. It's only right that she hates me."

However, I have already paid the price. Today, I went to the Mu residence hoping to reconcile with her and personally apologize to her.

Ying Hengzhi said calmly.

"Hey, I'm not trying to be mean, Miss Ying, but you can't be too honest. You're likely to get taken advantage of like that!"

Wu Lingduo spoke up.

She was also very dissatisfied with Ying Yufu. Some time ago, she wanted to take that little bald man as her subordinate high priest, but they didn't know what was good for them. Not only did they disagree, but they also revealed that she was only a candidate for saintess.

A glint of greed flashed in Wu Lingduo's eyes. The little bald man possessed a treasure that could silently draw out the Longevity Gu from the body of the High Priest Wu Ling. Clearly, the treasure was extraordinary.

Such a treasure, the Gu worm that restrains their southern barbarians, she would never allow it to fall into the hands of others.

She's my darling, I'm determined to have her!

Ying Hengzhi smiled and said, "It doesn't matter anymore. All I want now is to have a clear conscience."

Everyone was taken aback and looked at her with great admiration.

Mingluan clapped her hands and laughed, "How about it? I told you all long ago that Zhi'er is the best person ever, didn't I?"

At this time, the Mu family banquet had already begun.

All the guests they invited have arrived.

The Mu residence was luxurious and grand, and the guests invited this time were quite numerous, all of whom were princes and nobles who were on good terms with the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion.

Needless to say, the people from the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion were all family. Although the Mu residence was Shangguan Tang's home turf, they were also half-hosts here.

The old ladies of the Chang Le Duke's Mansion and the Marquis of Anding, who were on good terms with the Zhenguo Duke's Mansion, were both present.

Princess Huaxi and her two children, as well as the two ladies and young women of the Hai family, need not be mentioned. They were talking quietly with Ying Yufu, their faces full of smiles.

Yao Guang teased Kong a few times from time to time.

As for the young girl from the second branch of the Hai family, she was whispering to Ying Yutan, and occasionally casting sly glances at Ying Yufu and her older brothers and sisters.

In addition, the Crown Prince, the Third Prince, and the Fourth Prince also came.

The Crown Prince was not as upright as the Third Prince and the Fourth Prince. He and Feng Yuheng sat down not far from Ying Yufu and the others, all of them pricking up their ears to eavesdrop, being very gossipy.

"Hey, brother, we girls shouldn't be talking here. Please sit further away!"

Yao Guang looked disgusted.

Feng Yuheng was dissatisfied and retorted, "Yaoguang, we're all family here. Besides, we're sitting a bit far away from you!"

"You guys are clearly trying to eavesdrop on our conversation!" Yao Guang pouted unhappily.

The Crown Prince said, "Yaoguang, Fu'er and I are engaged. I want to be closer to Fu'er and see her more often."

The crown prince openly stated his purpose.

Ying Yufu blushed deeply.

The youngest granddaughter of the Duke of Changle and the daughter of the Marquis of Anding, two girls who were on good terms with Ying Yufu, were also present. Upon hearing this, they all showed teasing smiles.

"That's right, Yaoguang, don't be so stingy!"

Feng Yuheng stole a glance at the quiet and gentle Hai Mujin before sitting down next to the Crown Prince.

He glanced at Ying Zhuoxiu, who was standing not far away, and pulled him over. "Brother Zhuoxiu, come over here too. Let's listen to what they're saying. Maybe Yaoguang is talking badly about you."

"Brother, what nonsense are you talking about? When did I ever say... say anything bad about Brother Zhuo Xiu?"

Yao Guang called out "Brother Zhuo Xiu," her face turning bright red, her eyes darting around, unable to look at him.

"Then let us hear it." Feng Yuheng said with a smug look on his face.

Ying Zhuoxiu looked at the scene with amusement and said, "Young Master Yuheng, it's really inappropriate for us to come over when the young ladies are talking together. They're too embarrassed to say anything."

"Really? No?" Feng Yuheng feigned ignorance.

"Look at those little monkeys!" The old lady of Chang Le Gong pointed at them, gesturing for everyone to look over.

Immediately, the room was filled with laughter and cheerful conversation once again.

Liao Kong was the busiest, sometimes being pulled away and teased by his older siblings, and sometimes being called over by the elders to touch his little bald head.

These past few days, a thin layer of stubble has grown on his little bald head; it's a bit prickly, but also pleasant to touch.

"Third Prince, Fourth Prince, thank you for coming today. Let me offer you a toast!"

Shangguan Tang raised his wine cup and looked at the two quiet and unassuming princes.