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One second to remember [Brushstroke Pavilion] [Free of charge, read the wonderful novel!]

From time to time, the sound of laughter could be heard from the pavilion. A few people were painting happily. On the other hand, Shen Ninghua was sitting not too far away and was sipping her tea alone. Her expression did not have the slightest awkwardness from being ignored, but instead appeared to be rather distant and quiet.

Chu Junyi swept a glance at her, and the expression on her face deepened.

Two hours later, Zhao Yunxiang sent a maidservant over to inform him that the meal was ready.

Shen Dong stepped forward and said, "It has already been this time, how about the fifth prince and young master Chu having a meal here?"

"I've long since heard that your family's dishes are exceptionally exquisite. Since I have the chance to see it today, I naturally can't decline. Your Highness, why don't we have a taste of it?" Chu Junyi inquired, but her tone was assured.

Baili Jinze's expression remained the same, as if he did not care at all about his rudeness, "Then, I'll have to trouble Sir Shen."

"How can I? If the Fifth Prince is willing to give me rewards, I'm extremely honored."

Zhao Ruyun stayed behind and chatted with Baili Jingze about the painting just now. The scene was quite harmonious, but Shen Ling Han stayed quietly by her side. There was a faint smile on her face as she was occasionally asked a few questions, but the words she spoke were especially logical and appropriate.

Baili Jinze's gaze became increasingly focused when he saw her, and it was filled with admiration.

Shen Ninghua stood at the periphery, watching Baili Jin's gentle and courteous performance, a smile without warmth on her face, as if she was far away from being attractive. Shen Lingghan had always been the most adept at controlling others' minds, even Zhao Ruyun couldn't compare to her.

"Black girl, this second sister of yours is really a heavenly beauty." Chu Junyi was two steps behind, and she spoke softly.

"Young master Chu is tempted, you can come to your door and give it a try." Shen Ninghua shot a glance at him. Not only was this little sister of hers a heavenly beauty, her heart was also even higher than the sky!

"Hehe, if I am to ask for a wife, I must marry someone who is exceptionally intelligent and has some special skills. This way, if one day I am unable to spend my money, I can just live my life."

Shen Ninghua shot him a glance and quickly took two steps forward, leaving him with a clear view of his back. Chu Junyi laughed heartily in her heart, and the fan in her hand grew even more relaxed.

The Fifth Prince wanted to stay for the meal, so the entire Shen family started to get busy in an orderly fashion. Although Zhao Yunxiang's thoughts were vicious, she was indeed a master of stewards.

"The Fifth Prince's presence brings light to my humble dwelling, so today, I shall toast the Fifth Prince with my first goblet of wine."

"I should be the Prime Minister, sorry to trouble you today."

While the two of them were trying to be humble to each other, Shen Ling Han stood up with a smile that was as beautiful as flowers, "Fifth Prince, Father, you two better not be modest to each other. The wine at today's banquet is not ordinary, I wonder if the two of you can see through it?"

"I was about to ask you just now, but the taste of this wine seems to be different from the famous wines in the capital. Although it's not tasted, the fragrance is distant and rich, but it's the first time seeing it. I wonder if Miss Shen can tell us about its origins for us to hear?" Baili Jinze looked at Shen Ling Han gently.

Shen Ling Han covered her lips and smiled, her beautiful appearance made Baili Jinze stunned for a moment, "This Fifth Prince is asking the wrong person."

"Oh?"

"Big Sis brought this wine back." Shen Ling Han's face was filled with an intimate smile. She held her wine glass and walked in front of Shen Ninghua, "Sis, I only acted on my own to bring two jars of wine after hearing that you brought back some. Don't blame me, Sis."

Shen Ninghua's gaze turned slightly cold, but the smile on her face did not change. "Little sister, you're right. Those wines I brought back were meant to honor Grandmother, Father, and Mother. However, because I was still short on time, I did not send them over.

Shen Ling Han raised her brows slightly, "As long as sister doesn't blame me." "Then please explain to me what this bar is. I'm also really curious about it."

"There's nothing special about this wine. I brewed this wine myself, without a name. It's made from opening pear blossoms, white lotus, white hibiscus, white plum blossoms, and clean dew that hasn't touched the sun before, as well as various fruits for the season."

Chu Feng picked up his wine cup and shook it. He said in a regretful tone, "Such a fine wine should be placed in a white jade cup. What a pity … "Oh right, I have a set of good jade cups with me. I'll bring it to Eldest Miss another day."

Shen Ninghua bowed and said, "Many thanks to Young Master Chu for your kindness. It's just that Ning Hua doesn't like to drink, I'm sorry to have to give it to me."

"Gifting beauties fine wine and beautiful weapons. There is nothing to feel pity about that."

Shen Dong swept his gaze between Chu Junyi and Shen Ninghua, a strange feeling flashing through his heart. He raised his wine glass and said, "We can't just focus on talking. It's better to have a taste of good wine first."

"Master Shen's words are reasonable." The Fifth Prince raised his cup and gave a toast to Shen Zhui. Just as he was about to raise his cup to taste it, a cry of surprise suddenly rang out:

"No way! There's poison in the wine!"