Pin Shanhe

Soon, it was time for the annual calligraphy, painting, and tea gathering in the capital.

This tea party was usually hosted by the Grand Tutor's Mansion and was held in an elegant garden in the city called Qingyan Water Pavilion.

Grand Tutor Ning cherishes scholars, and every year at this time, he invites some literati, scholars, and aristocratic families from the capital to enjoy tea, compose poems, and appreciate ancient paintings together.

Some young ladies from prominent families would also participate, appreciating flowers, painting, strolling through the garden, and discussing poetry and literature.

Compared to the previous noisy and grand palace banquet, this occasion was truly leisurely and elegant.

In the past two years, Grand Tutor Ning has grown old and his spirits have been failing, so he has entrusted all matters concerning Qingyan Water Pavilion to his grandson, the Second Prince.

When Jun Anning came to the Xuanwang Mansion to see Shen Fu, he suggested that they go to a tea party together.

Shen Fu originally wanted to refuse.

Her mood has been greatly affected by Xiao Xuanjin's departure these past few days.

Then she thought that after the Double Ninth Festival, Jun Qiyuan kept a low profile for a while and did not cause any more trouble, so she could not find an opportunity to make a move.

I'm in a bad mood, how can I be in the mood to talk about romance?

When Jun Anning saw that she disagreed, he tried to persuade her with gentle persuasion.

"Go on, go on, that daughter of the Prime Minister is participating too. I've been annoyed by her arrogant and domineering attitude for a long time. This time, I'm going to teach her a lesson."

"Jiang Ruoyao?"

Jun Anning looked indignant. "Yes, how could she not show up when my second brother is around? If such a woman becomes my sister-in-law, I'm afraid I'll have nightmares for several nights in a row."

"Don't worry, the Second Prince won't be interested in her!"

"That's true, but she'll definitely keep bothering Second Brother and will try every means to show off. I just don't want her to get too cocky."

Shen Fu's heart stirred, and she suddenly thought of another question.

Although Jun Qiyuan has not caused any trouble for the time being, given his personality, he certainly will not give up easily.

If he finds out that he will also be attending the tea party, then... that will be another great opportunity.

The day of the tea party.

As expected, the Qingyan Water Pavilion attracted a group of learned scholars, literati, and candidates for the imperial examinations.

The aroma of tea and the subtle fragrance of ink blend together harmoniously.

When Shen Fu arrived, she immediately spotted Jiang Ruoyao standing in the center of the crowd, dressed in a pink floral butterfly dress, looking as eye-catching as a colorful butterfly.

Upon seeing the Second Prince appear, she immediately went up to him and fawned over him, completely disregarding a woman's modesty, and almost pressed herself against him.

Jun Anning was immediately enraged and rushed forward to push Jiang Ruoyao aside, acting like a "protector of her brother".

Shen Fu found it somewhat amusing.

These two siblings, one gentle and mild-mannered like the warm sun in March, and the other cheerful, outspoken, and frank.

However, she could only protect him for a time, not forever.

A person like Jiang Ruoyao will never give up until she achieves her goal.

As the saying goes, it's easy to dodge a spear in the open, but hard to guard against an arrow in the dark. Even someone as gentle and refined as Jun Jingyan might sometimes find it difficult to defend against such attacks.

unless……

Is there a way to make her lose the right to approach the Second Prince once and for all?

Thinking back to his past life, after Jun Qiyuan ascended the throne, he immediately "cleaned up" the Zhenguo Duke's Mansion, which had helped him to the throne, but vigorously supported the Prime Minister's Mansion, which had done nothing.

The evidence of treason and collusion with the enemy was personally presented by Jiang Ruoyao's father, Jiang Yue.

A cold glint flashed in Shen Fu's eyes, and her nails dug deeply into her palms.

Just then, a familiar voice sounded from behind her, making her heart tighten instantly.

"Fu'er, what a coincidence, to run into you here?"

It is Jun Qiyuan!

Today he was dressed in a purple brocade robe, with a jade crown tied high, and holding a folding fan in his hand.

Shen Fu once said that he looked very elegant in purple, which made him look exceptionally handsome, refined, and debonair.

It was obvious that he had come dressed up specially after learning that Shen Fu would also be attending the tea party.

As soon as Shen Fu saw him, she immediately tried to avoid him, but he blocked her way.

"Fourth Prince, our statuses are now different, and we should avoid suspicion."

Jun Qiyuan gave a wry smile: "Even if we can't be husband and wife, we can still be friends, right? Why are you avoiding me like this?"

Shen Fu was just putting on an act.

For the sake of today's important plan, we also need to "get closer" to him.

"Really? We can still be friends?"

Jun Qiyuan was overjoyed to see that her attitude towards him had improved.

"Of course, I've come to terms with it. As long as you can be happy, even if you don't marry me, I will sincerely wish you well."

Shen Fu feigned a touched expression and said, "Thank you."

"Why should we be so formal with each other? It's fate that we met here today. Why don't we go sit in the small building in front, have a good talk, and then we can be more open about our future meetings?"

"This...isn't that inappropriate?"

Shen Fu saw through his thoughts at a glance, but still pretended to decline.

"Are you worried that people will gossip? Today, everyone here is a well-read scholar and a man of great learning, who values ​​integrity and dignity. Besides, you and I are just having a tea chat, so we can be open and honest and have nothing to fear from others."

Unable to refuse such a kind offer, she had no choice but to agree.

As he turned around, he caught sight of Jiang Ruoyao looking in his direction with obvious hostility in her eyes, and a slight smile crept onto his lips.

At this moment, Jiang Ruoyao was already filled with resentment.

She finally found an opportunity to get close to the Second Prince, but that damned Jun Anning ruined it.

She could disregard any young lady from a prominent family in the capital, but this woman was a princess, and moreover, the second prince's own sister.

If she marries the Second Prince in the future, he will be her rightful sister-in-law, so she naturally cannot afford to offend him.

Just as she was getting angry, she saw Shen Fu and the Fourth Prince chatting together, seemingly getting along quite well.

She had already married the Prince Xuan, yet she was still entangled with her "former lover."

She's absolutely promiscuous!

Seeing them head towards the lakeside pavilion, she immediately followed them quietly.

As the saying goes, to catch a thief, you must catch him red-handed; to catch an adulterer, you must catch them both.

Once she gathers evidence and spreads the word, she'll surely ruin his reputation and destroy his honor.

Who knows, when her "God of War" husband returns, he might just kill her with a single sword!

Jiang Ruoyao felt increasingly smug and decided to vent all the frustration she had suffered at the hands of the Second Prince on Shen Fu.

At this moment, Shen Fu and Jun Qiyuan had already arrived at the small building.

The pavilion here is covered with gauze curtains on all four sides, making it hazy and indistinct. You can only vaguely see a table inside with some tea and snacks on it.

After entering, Jun Qiyuan picked up the teapot on the table.

I poured two cups of tea and handed one to her.

"Today, I offer you a cup of tea instead of wine, and let all the past events vanish like smoke."

Just then, a gust of wind lifted one of the curtains, and Shen Fu quickly shrank back.

"It's a bit cold, could you close the window?"

Jun Qiyuan quickly put down his teacup, got up, and walked to the window.