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"Brother, the Xia family's country girl is coming back, and Brother Mufeng is worried about her all day long. They all say that she is ugly and vulgar, and that she is cursed and brings bad luck to people. They wish she would never return to the capital."

Inside the luxurious carriage, Princess Rong Yunfei was chattering away about the gossip she had recently heard.

In the very center of the carriage sat a handsome and refined man, none other than Rong Xuanzhou, the Crown Prince of the Great Qing Dynasty.

His features were clear and refined, like distant mountains covered in snow; his face was like jade, meticulously sculpted; and his phoenix eyes were devoid of any color, as cold as a deep pool.

His dark brocade robe accentuated his dignified and noble aura, making people hesitant to look at him for long or approach him.

Hearing his sister Rong Yunfei's words, Rong Xuanzhou showed no emotional fluctuation. He focused his gaze on the book in his hand and calmly sipped his tea.

Rong Yunfei is sixteen years old this year, an innocent and carefree age. Especially since she is engaged to Xia Mufeng, the third young master of the Xia family, she naturally cares about the Xia family's affairs.

She continued, "Brother, do you think they'll still love Sister Ai'er now that their own daughter has returned?"

"Mo Yan meddles in other people's business."

Rong Xuanzhou suddenly spoke, a smile on his lips, but the smile didn't reach his eyes, as if he were wearing a mask.

Rong Yunfei had no choice but to shut up in grievance. Before she could make a move, the carriage suddenly shook.

Immediately, a guard's voice rang out from outside: "Your Highness, please forgive us. A horse in front of us was startled, and the coachman jumped off the carriage. We were unable to avoid it in time and bumped into Your Highness. We beg Your Highness's forgiveness."

"It's alright. How is the person who was frightened?"

"Your Highness, Young Master Xia has arrived."

Upon hearing this, Rong Yunfei pushed open the curtain and looked out. She happened to see a young master Xia, but unfortunately it wasn't her brother Mu Feng. Disappointed, she retreated.

"It's Brother Xia Linfeng."

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As Rong Yunfei finished speaking, Xia Linfeng walked a few steps to the front of the carriage, bowed and said, "Your Highness, this humble subject greets Your Highness. My younger sister is ignorant of etiquette and has offended Your Highness. I hope Your Highness will forgive her."

"It's alright."

Hearing Rong Xuanzhou's voice, Xia Linfeng did not feel relieved. After a moment of struggle in his eyes, he maintained his previous posture and said, "Your Highness, my younger sister has just returned from the countryside and is unfamiliar with etiquette. She is an unlucky person, so please do not take it to heart."

Inside the carriage, Rong Yunfei exclaimed in surprise, "It's her! Royal brother, what bad luck! How could her horse go out of control as soon as she returned? Could it be that she's truly cursed?"

Rong Xuanzhou glanced at her sideways, but didn't speak or respond to Xia Linfeng. After a moment of silence, the atmosphere became tense, and cold sweat beaded on Xia Linfeng's forehead.

He was afraid that His Highness the Crown Prince would implicate the Xia family, so he initially disagreed with today's plan. However, a few days ago, his second and third sons pestered him, saying, "Big brother, with Xia Ying back, Xin'er's status is awkward. How are you going to let her live?"

"That's right, brother. We only startled the horse. With so many imperial guards around the Crown Prince, he'll be fine. As long as we confirm Xia Ying's destiny, that's enough. That way, she won't steal everything from Xin'er!"

At this moment, Xia Yanxin, who had been eavesdropping in the shadows, ran out crying and hugged Xia Mufeng's waist, saying, "Third Brother, I don't want you and my brothers to risk your lives for me. I'm just an adopted daughter of the Xia family. Now that Sister is back, I'll just give up my place!"

Xia Mufeng immediately said anxiously, "Xin'er, what nonsense are you talking about? You are the legitimate daughter of the Xia family. Xia Ying, who is registered under a concubine's name, is not worthy to be compared with you! Big brother, say something!"

Looking at Xia Yanxin, who was crying her eyes out, Xia Linfeng no longer hesitated and agreed to Xia Mufeng's suggestion.

Xia Mufeng invited the princess, the crown prince, and other friends to a small gathering at Zuixianju.

Xia Qingfeng bribed the coachman to take the route that the prince's carriage would inevitably take, and then startled the horse.

Xia Linfeng also stepped forward at the opportune moment, confirming the rumors about Xia Ying's destiny.

Everything is proceeding according to plan.

However, the crown prince's silence was outside everyone's plan.

Xia Mufeng and Xia Yanxin could see everything clearly from the second floor of Zuixianju, and their hearts were in their throats.

Just then, the simple carriage started moving.

A woman dressed in a light blue dress and wearing a white veiled hat stepped down from the carriage. Although her true face could not be seen, she was tall and slender, and her movements were like those of a fairy walking on water, as if a gentle breeze was blowing across her face.

Her every gesture exudes an ethereal, otherworldly charm.

She approached the magnificent carriage, performed a simple bow, and said, "I apologize to the two esteemed guests. The horse's fright was quite sudden, and I am deeply grateful for the timely assistance of your guards."

Rong Yunfei peeked out again, saw Xia Ying's figure, her eyes lit up, and she turned around in surprise, saying, "Brother, I think she's very nice, not at all vulgar or unpleasant, so please don't take it to heart."

Rong Xuanzhou put down the book in his hand and gently knocked on the window. A top imperial guard immediately appeared outside the carriage window.

"Bring the person up here and send the rest away."

"Yes, Master."

Rong Yunfei said with dissatisfaction, "Brother, weren't we going to keep an appointment? Why did you kick them out? I knew I shouldn't have brought you out to play."

While she was sulking alone, Xia Ying had already been led onto the carriage and was sitting near the door.

Seeing that she was still wearing a veil, she had a mischievous thought: "Sister Xia, why are you still wearing a veil? Don't you take this princess too lightly?"

"Princess, please don't be offended."

Xia Yingyu gently removed the veil with her slender, white fingers, finally revealing her true face.

"Your Highness, Princess."

She nodded slightly, revealing a gentle smile. Her beautiful eyes seemed to ripple with the green waves of spring water, flowing with her smile. Her gentle and serene demeanor was also full of vitality, enough to capture everyone's attention.

Not to mention, she had a beautiful and delicate face, and her skin was as white as snow, like a bright moon. She was a beauty that could not be found anywhere in the capital.

Rong Yunfei's expression, which had been one of anticipation, suddenly changed, her mouth agape in surprise: "You...you...this is what you call vulgar and disfigured?!"

Realizing her words were inappropriate, she chuckled awkwardly, "You're quite good-looking."

"The princess is also bright and lovely."

Rong Yunfei moved closer to her and looked at her up close, discovering that her features were stunning and truly exceptional.

"Go to the Xia residence."

Rong Xuanzhou suddenly spoke, interrupting their conversation and attracting Xia Ying's attention.

"Your Highness, my luggage is still in that carriage."

"I have already sent someone to fetch it."

"Thank you, Your Highness."

Rong Xuanzhou slightly raised his phoenix eyes, firmly capturing Xia Ying's gaze.

He laughed and said, "Then, how will you thank me?"

Xia Ying paused, feeling as if she were being stared at by eyes as cold as a deep pool, and she felt as if she were about to drown in them, with no power to escape.

"Your Highness, I have nothing of value."

"Then tell me your name. I'll pay you back later."

Rong Xuanzhou spoke in a joking tone, and Xia Ying relaxed and gave her name.

"Xia Ying? Sister Ying, don't be afraid. My brother is a very nice person. He just likes to joke. You'll understand once you get to know him."

While trying to smooth things over, Rong Yunfei admired Xia Ying's beauty.

Little did she know, Xia Ying was somewhat nervous at that moment. She was certainly aware of the Crown Prince's reputation; he was a virtuous and upright gentleman, a man of refined character and integrity, and an outstanding heir apparent of the Daqing Dynasty.

But for some reason, she always had the illusion that she was being targeted by an evil spirit.

The feeling quickly disappeared, and Xia Ying didn't dwell on it. Upon arriving at the Xia residence, she put on her veil and bid farewell to the two men.

"Brother, it seems we can't believe everything we hear. Let's go back to our appointment."

"Return to the palace."

Rong Xuanzhou's words were firm and resolute, and no amount of protest from Rong Yunfei could change anything.

He looked at his younger sister, four years his junior, innocent and carefree, and finally sighed helplessly: "What happened today is no coincidence. Once you've thought everything through, I will allow you to leave the palace."