HCB Chapter 287 Fortunately, the Queen is not here
Chapter 287 Fortunately, the Queen is not here
Just now the assassin was subdued, and Qi Wuyou and An Ning, dressed as Lianxiang and Hexiang, came out from that corner and were now standing among the guests.
Today, An Ning and Qi Wuyou came here in a high-profile manner for a purpose.
There's no way Prince Yu didn't know about the noise they made at the gate of the mansion. He must be eager to seize the Yu family's extraordinary wealth.
However, Qi Wuyou couldn't let him have his way. Although she was indeed very rich, it was a bit unreasonable for her to not fight back when she knew someone was eyeing her property!
Lianxiang and Hexiang looked at each other and thought, "The Queen actually guessed it right. Prince Yu really wants to interrogate the guests."
Fortunately, they disguised themselves as Qi Wuyou and An Ning and came back, otherwise it would have been troublesome.
As expected, after the guards of Prince Yu's Mansion confirmed their identities, Lianxiang felt a burning gaze falling on them.
Lianxiang and Hexiang slowly raised their heads, only to see Prince Yu sweeping his sharp eyes across the crowd, finally resting his gaze on "Yu An Ning".
The corners of his mouth were slightly raised with a faint smile, but his eyes were as sharp as an eagle, as if he could see through people's hearts.
Prince Yu had a smile on his face, and his facial features, which were somewhat similar to Xuan Yelan's, made people feel amorous.
There was confidence and calmness in his smile, as if everything was under control.
He flicked his sleeves lightly and walked towards "Yu An Ning", every step he took seemed so elegant and steady.
"Miss Yu, I heard that you had an argument with a servant outside the mansion today. I was not strict with my subordinates. Please forgive me for making a fool of myself."
Prince Yu's voice was deep and magnetic, as melodious as the sound of a piano.
His gaze fell on "An Ning" and a barely perceptible light flashed in his eyes.
Lianxiang pursed her lips and secretly rejoiced in her heart: "Fortunately, the queen is not here, otherwise His Majesty would be poached."
She knew very well that the Queen and His Majesty had a deep relationship. Although she seemed cold and heartless on the surface, she actually had a deep dependence on His Majesty in her heart.
Otherwise, why would Her Majesty ask Mei Xue to specially make a little doll in the image of Her Majesty?
This obviously means that they hope His Majesty can be by their side at all times!
But His Majesty is very serious, which makes things difficult for Your Majesty.
Even though her thoughts were already running far away, Lianxiang didn't show it on her face. She smiled and replied, "It's okay, Your Majesty, you are too polite. I am a newcomer and don't know the etiquette. I will pay my respects to Your Majesty and Princess in the future."
These words really pleased Xuan Yemin.
In his opinion, his softly whispered apology was already a great favor. If Yu An Ning didn't know what was good for her, he could also snatch the Yu family's money.
Xuan Yemin was happy and started talking more.
He actually ignored the guests who were being interrogated in the yard, and took the "Yu sisters" to the hall to sit and chat.
But they didn't dare to say no.
Others were not fools either. After a little thought, they figured out the key.
Could it be that Prince Yu staged a play himself in order to win the heart of Miss Yu?
As a result, everyone's attitude towards "Yu An Ning" became better, and many people even took the initiative to come forward and talk to her.
At this time, "Yu An Ning" was chatting enthusiastically with Xuan Yemin and had no time to care about other people.
Although "Yu An'an" was sitting at the same table with them, the Second Miss Yu looked like a foil to the First Miss Yu, dull and without any sense of existence.
This was the first thought that came to everyone's mind.
After all, from the beginning until now, it was the eldest lady of the Yu family who was talking to the prince.
And that Second Miss Yu was like an invisible person, sitting quietly by the side without saying a word, as if she was forgotten in the corner.
Everyone knew that Prince Yu already had a wife and a concubine, and the Yu family was just a merchant family. If they could get close to Prince Yu, even if they could only be a concubine, their status would be unmatched in the entire Tongzhou, and they could even be said to be second only to the prince.
At this time, Xuan Yemin ordered his servants to serve tea, and then said nonchalantly: "I have a garden outside Tongzhou, which is full of various herbs. It's a pity that I don't know much about these herbs and can't tell which ones are poisonous and which ones are non-toxic."
As soon as he finished speaking, he paused for a moment, turned his gaze to Yu An Ning, and then asked, "I heard that the young lady is an excellent doctor. I wonder if you are willing to help me to distinguish her?"
Hearing this, Yu An Ning showed a hint of hesitation on her face. She lowered her head and pondered for a moment, then raised her head and responded with a smile: "I am just a little bit knowledgeable about medicine. If the prince trusts me, An Ning is willing to try her best."
Xuan Yemin was overjoyed when he heard this, but just as he was about to speak, "Yu An Ning" took the lead and said, "But it's already very late today, and my father won't let me go home so late. Please give me some time, I will explain to my father first, how about I accompany the prince another day?"
Xuan Yemin's expression instantly became somewhat stiff, but he still forced a smile and replied, "It's okay. If that's the case, I'll send someone to escort the young lady back!"
Adhering to the principle of never letting go of an opportunity, Yu An Ning gladly accepted the proposal, "Then An Ning respectfully obeys your command. Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace."
After they left, Xuan Yemin could no longer suppress his anger and found a random excuse to send all the guests in the yard away.
Then he went to the princess's yard and vented his anger.
At the same time, Qi Wuyou, An Ning and Shen Yi returned to the study room of the Jade Mansion through the secret passage. Only Xuan Yelan's confidants could enter this place, so hiding here was the safest choice.
Lianxiang and Hexiang came back in the palace's carriage. When they arrived at the door, they got off the carriage and Lianxiang took out a silver ingot and gave it to the coachman as a reward.
After entering the mansion, the two did not return to the courtyard, but went directly to the study.
After arriving at the study, they quickly changed their clothes, and when they came out, they had restored their original identities.
Lianxiang told An Ning in detail what happened after they returned.
An Ning was indeed interested in the medicine garden that Xuan Yemin mentioned, and this was also a rare opportunity.
Lianxiang saw An Ning's thoughts, thought for a moment and said, "Don't worry, Princess. I have an appointment with him for tomorrow. I believe he will come to pick us up in person tomorrow. However, now is not a good time. Princess, please do not act rashly."
There were no outsiders around the study room. Even if Shen Yi didn't know about it, he was still one of their own, so Lianxiang didn't hide their identities from each other.
An Ning nodded and said firmly, "I understand. The overall situation is more important. I understand."