"Aren't you afraid that if you push her too hard, she will turn to another side?"
Long Tianhao certainly knew that Lin Mengya would never forgive those who acted without permission.
However, he was more worried that if Shangguan Hui pushed her too hard, she would become a tool of the Empress's party like Shangguan Qing.
"Her? No way. Although Shangguan Hui is a member of the Shangguan family, she is much smarter. What's the use of getting the person but not the heart? Besides, with my help, she will have a greater chance of success. If she loses my support, she will never win my brother's heart in this life. "
Smart women, even if they did something stupid, would soon correct themselves.
The reason why Lin Mengya chose Shangguan Hui was that she was not as paranoid as other members of the Shangguan family.
People who could think with their heads certainly knew how to get the most benefits.
She was like that, so was Shangguan Hui.
"It's really a disaster for the Shangguan family to meet you. By the way, I heard that Old Grandma of the Shangguan family will also go to the incense offering this time. I heard from my mother that she has been a powerful person since she was young. You have to be careful. "
Although Long Tianhao was one of the few male guests accompanying them, Old Grandma of the Shangguan family was the mother of the Empress.
As a junior, she couldn't be too rude to Old Grandma.
"It seems that the Empress really attaches importance to this religious ceremony. No wonder the Empress really likes to be in the limelight."
Lin Mengya knew that she was not that important. At least, the Empress would not spend so much effort to bring all the women in the imperial court just to deal with her.
But what happened that day always cast a shadow over her heart.
"What on earth did the Empress use to make me have such a strange reaction?"
Lin Mengya's various guesses were finally overturned by herself.
It seemed that she could only deal with the situation as it came.
They chatted and returned to Prince Yu's Mansion. Long Tianhao specially ordered that the matter of the Jin family must not be spread out.
A little later, Lin Mengya unexpectedly received a gift from Jin's Mansion. Thinking about it, they felt very sorry for not serving them well.
Although it was said that they were going to perform religious rites, in fact, it was just a gathering for the madams and young ladies of the various families to chat about their daily lives and get some fresh air.
Lin Mengya rarely attended such gatherings. Firstly, she didn't have time. Secondly, she would become the center of attention whenever she went to such gatherings.
Rather than letting others dig out all his dirty secrets, it was better to stay at home obediently.
Over time, he only gained the reputation of being unsociable. As for other things, he didn't suffer too much of a loss.
After all, the madams who were the masters of the house would rarely participate in such boring gatherings of noblewomen.
Long Tianhao had been very busy these days. The Empress was on an inspection tour, and there was a religious ceremony that concerned the fate of the country.
Not a single detail could be overlooked. Fortunately, he had Long Qinghan as his assistant, so everything went smoothly.
At this moment, Lin Mengya was the one who could relax.
Every day, she would either play with the children or listen to the girls talk about their daily lives. She had become the one enjoying herself.
"Wangfei, Miss Shangguan is here to see you."
The old maid in charge of guarding the door respectfully handed over Shangguan Hui's visiting card.
Lin Mengya, who was feeding Moyan lotus seed soup, just glanced at it and didn't do anything else.
The old maid didn't dare to move, so she could only stand behind her with her head down.
Little by little, Lin Mengya fed the sweet soup in her hand to Moyan. Seeing the little guy eating happily and no longer staring at the bowl in her hand, it finally came to an end.
"Invite her in. I'll meet her in the flower hall."
In fact, the day after she asked Lin Kui to hand over the card, Shangguan Hui had sent someone over.
However, that person had even entered the mansion, so he went back dejectedly under Lin Mengya's instruction.
At this moment, she left Shangguan Hui alone for a long time. This time, he had completely understood what he meant.
If she wanted to cooperate with her, she had to be obedient. Otherwise, she had countless ways to let Shangguan Hui know that she would not be Lin Mengya's only choice.
The old maid immediately went to pass the message. Lin Mengya asked Ms. Tian to take care of the two children, while she walked to the flower hall with the four girls.
Before he could enter, he could vaguely see a figure pacing back and forth anxiously at the entrance of the reception pavilion.
As soon as she saw her, the figure immediately walked towards her anxiously.
"Your Highness, what are you …"
Shangguan Hui's delicate face was full of anxiety at this moment.
She was wearing a pea-green dress. Although it was not expensive, it set off her slender figure, making her look more delicate.
Lin Mengya just glanced at her indifferently and walked into the inner room with the four maids.
Did Shangguan Hui really think that she was retarded to play tricks on her?
"Sit down and talk. Look at you. You're as anxious as an ant on a hot pan. What's wrong? Could it be that your family has found another marriage for you? "
As soon as Lin Mengya sat down, someone immediately served a cup of fragrant tea.
Lin Mengya asked slowly after taking a sip of the wine.
It seemed that she didn't know anything about it.
"No, it's just … how could you be so careless? Now, everyone in our mansion knows that you sent me an invitation. If that person hears about it, I'm afraid that things between us will … "
Shangguan Hui looked timid and weak, which really made people feel pity for her.
Who would have guessed that such a delicate and beautiful woman would have such a vicious heart?
Lin Mengya gave a perfect fake smile. Since Shangguan Hui didn't tell the truth, she would just quietly watch her act.
"Don't get me wrong. I'm not blaming you. It's just that — you know, the person in the palace is busy praying these days and may not have time to care about me. I'm just afraid that it will not be good to get you involved. "
He turned the anxiety on his face into worry with just the right amount of effort.
Shangguan Hui seemed to be considerate of Lin Mengya, but there was a hint of inquiry in her eyes.
If Lin Mengya didn't know her so well, she might really be deceived by her.
"Oh, it doesn't matter. I went to the Jin Mansion a few days ago. You know, they have some relationship with our family. Especially Miss Jin, who is also an old acquaintance of my brother. I didn't expect that we had a good chat. I think you and Miss Jin should be quite congenial. So I asked someone to send you an invitation. Unfortunately, the servants in my mansion are not sensible and almost implicated Miss Shangguan. "
Lin Mengya said tactfully, and there seemed to be no fluctuation in her soft eyes.
But Shangguan Hui was a little shocked by it.
She looked a little hesitant, but soon adjusted her mind.
"Really? That's unfortunate. I haven't met Miss Jin yet. If there is a chance in the future, I hope you can introduce me to her. "
Lin Mengya carefully observed Shangguan Hui's every move.
She found that except for a little guilty just now, Shangguan Hui didn't have too much disappointment.
Could it be that her guess was wrong?
"I have to introduce her to her after she recovers. It must be said that this Miss Jin is also plagued with misfortune. If I hadn't gone, she might have really died. "
Lin Mengya further probed, but found that there was only a little surprise on Shangguan Hui's face.
But besides her, who else could so eagerly hope that Miss Jin would die?
"Then what happened? I don't go out of the door at home, so I don't get the news. But I heard from my family that Miss Jin hasn't stepped out of the mansion for many years. How could she have such an accident in her own home? "
Lin Mengya was a little confused. She stared at Shangguan Hui until Shangguan Hui felt a little uncomfortable and moved her eyes away.
"Didn't you do it?"
She couldn't help asking, but Shangguan Hui widened her eyes and shook her head quickly.
"I don't have that ability! By the way, I remember that one day, my aunt suddenly took me to the Jin Mansion. But I didn't see the young lady of the Jin family. Are you suspecting that I'm the one who did this? Yes, I admit that I did want to get rid of Miss Jin, but before I did it, she had an accident. I thought you knew about my plan, so you sent that invitation card to me. "
Shangguan Hui also removed the disguise that she had put on before coming here, and said everything in one go.
But Lin Mengya still looked at her with that kind of questioning eyes. Shangguan Hui, who was scared by Lin Mengya's gaze, showed a little strange smile.
Finally, she said in a low voice.
"I … I just mentioned it secretly when the adults were discussing. But I promise, I just mentioned it. Mengya, you have to believe me. Although I really want to marry your brother, I won't easily kill people! "
Shangguan Hui was a little anxious, for fear that she would completely lose Lin Mengya's trust.
In fact, that day, the family was just chatting about the unmarried childes in the capital city.
Naturally, when they talked about Lin Nansheng, Shangguan Hui naturally blurted it out.
She sat at home, but nothing in the capital city could be hidden from her eyes and ears.
But she didn't expect that it was so coincidental that Miss Jin had an accident as soon as she finished talking. Those who were sitting there at that time were all her family members. At least, it shouldn't be spread out.
"Did the Empress summon you when I was not in the capital city?"
Lin Mengya suddenly found that she seemed to have missed something.
She felt that Shangguan Hui's dress seemed to be a little more delicate than before.
Even the Ruyi hairpin on her head was a rare thing that only the concubines in the palace could use.
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