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

Baili'an was in a bit of a dilemma. The Frozen Soul Fragrance was a gift from Ning Hua. No matter how he looked at it, she had taken the initiative to ask for the empress's help. It made him feel that she was in a hurry.

Shen Ninghua, however, did not mind at all. "The Second Prince's words are reasonable. The Princess can send some of them over."

Seeing that Shen Ninghua didn't seem to mind, Baili'an heaved a sigh of relief, "Yes, Ninghua, the Internal Affairs Division has sent a new batch of jewelry. Go ahead and pick one. If there's anything you like, I'll give it to you."

If she was being polite with him, it would only make her more uneasy. Shen Ninghua nodded and said, "Alright then. The things you have here are all precious treasures. I won't be polite."

Baili JinChuan secretly gritted his teeth as a trace of gloom flashed across his eyes. Shen Ninghua had actually completely ignored him. Even if he was in the wrong when plotting against her last time, wasn't his recent fawning on her enough to make up for it? What else did she want? Looks like I really can't be too pampered by a woman. As he thought this, he stood up, flung his sleeves and walked out in large strides.

Glancing at his departing figure, Shen Ninghua's gaze wavered a little as she smiled coldly. The person who had listened to him out of humility in the past had now become so self-righteous. In the end, his power was too great.

Walking out of the palace, Shen Ninghua was in a good mood. The net was already slowly being cast down, waiting to collect the big fish.

A few days later, Baili Shun sent someone to collect the Ice Soul Fragrance again. It was said that the many concubines that were highly favored by the palace all fell in love with the Ice Soul Fragrance, and even the Emperor was greatly impressed.

Shen Ninghua instantly became famous. Many madams and mistresses came to consult on the method to make the incense, hoping to experience the glory of the Ice Soul Fragrance. At this moment, the county governor's mansion was filled with people. Even the recuperating Yang Yingxue had many madams and ladies pay them a visit. Yang Yingxue, on the other hand, had long forgotten her previous shadow.

"Miss, the Sixth Prince of the Great Yue State has sent you an invitation to meet up with you. He said that he wants to discuss the matter of the spices with you."

Shen Ninghua picked up a spice off the table and took a whiff of it. After that, she placed it to the side and memorized the characteristics of the spice, "I directly rejected it. Last time, you plotted against me, and now you want to discuss business with me. "In the future, if you receive a similar invitation, just return it. There's no need for you to give it to me."

"Yes, miss." Hong Ling shook the invitation in her hand, wishing she could throw it onto the ground and stomp on it twice. This Sixth Prince was really shameless, wasn't he being very protective of Shen Ling Han two days ago?

After resting for a few days, Yang Yingxue had finally fully recovered.

Today, Shen Ninghua had just finished changing and was preparing to attend the palace banquet when Yang Yingxue and Xia Jingqiu walked in.

"Xiao Hua, Xue Er's health has improved quite a bit these past two days. I was just thinking about following you around, but there was a misunderstanding in the Xiao family. Xue Er has always kept it in her heart. If I didn't pull her, she would feel ashamed to see you."

Yang Yingxue lowered her head slightly and bit her lips, looking up at Shen Ninghua with a trace of awe in her eyes.

Her tall lily hair was tied up in a delicate beaded hairpin, and her golden phoenix pearl was hanging by her ear. With a slight movement, she seemed to flap her wings, and in the next moment, she flew out, "Cousin, I've let you down, I was too scared to think about it, please forgive me."

Hearing this, Shen Ninghua's face had a smile on it, his tone indifferent. "What Cousin said, I've never blamed you. The past is over, there's no need to care about it anymore, there won't be any similar situations in the future."

"No, definitely not next time. Cousin sister, believe me again."

She had only given people one trust. If she failed, it would be harder than ascending to heaven. It wasn't because she was cold-blooded, but because she wanted to survive in this strange world, she didn't have the right to be kind.

"Coincidentally, I am entering the palace today. If cousin has nothing else, follow me in to take a look."

"Enter the palace? "I don't have an invitation, I just went in hastily …" Yang Yingxue was a little nervous.

"It's fine. I'll inform Princess An Ran and have her send someone to receive us."

Yang Yingxue's eyes were filled with joy, "Yes, thank you cousin." After some reflection on her return, she realised how stupid she was that day. These days, she had seen many people treating Shen Ninghua courteously or even trying to curry favor with him. Only then did she suddenly realize that she was relying on Shen Ninghua.

The horse carriage drove all the way to the entrance of the palace. Shen Ninghua brought Yang Yingxue down, and there were already palace maids waiting at the entrance.

Yang Yingxue carefully observed her surroundings, her eyes filled with amazement. The last time they had entered the palace, they had been escorted inside. At that time, they had been scared out of their wits and hadn't had the time to look at the surrounding scenery. Today, they had come to discover just how grand and majestic the palace was.

Seeing that although she was surprised and curious, observing her surroundings made her seem elegant and restrained. Shen Ninghua slightly nodded in his heart. Things changed constantly in the palace, the only thing he could do was to remain calm and remain constant. No matter the size of the matter, once he messed up, he would lose without a doubt.

As they walked forward, a few people stopped in front of them, as if they were waiting for them. When they got closer, they realized that it was the young lady of the Xiao family, Xiao Huan Xi!

Yang Yingxue's heart trembled. She could not help but think of the scene from that day and unconsciously slowed her steps.

Shen Ninghua walked forward unhurriedly, the smile on her face did not change in the slightest, "From afar, I saw that it seems to be Miss Xiao. I didn't expect it to be true, is your body alright?"

Xiao Huan Xi's face was still pale. Although she had carefully smeared the rouge on her face, she still looked haggard and weak, "Greetings, princess. I thank the princess for her concern. My body is fine now. To be honest, I had to thank Jun Yi for helping me find the Snow Lotus. If it wasn't for this herb, I would've been in grave danger this time. "I heard that brother Jun Yi was injured while trying to find the snow lotus. I feel extremely sad …"

Shen Ninghua curled her lips. "Young Master Chu really does his best in treating this little sister of yours." He had indeed found the Ice Snow Lotus, but he had given it to her instead.

A smug look flashed through Xiao Huan Xi's eyes as she said calmly, "I'm not related to Brother Jun Yi by blood, but we grew up together. In the future …" This relationship is naturally not ordinary, and others cannot compare with it. "

"That's true. They are not siblings, but rather, siblings. This kinship is indeed the most difficult thing to come by in this world."

Xiao Huan Xi choked on her words. She had clearly hinted at the special friendship between Chu Junyi and Shen Ninghua, but Shen Ninghua had twisted it into kinship. Furthermore, she could not openly refute her. This was really infuriating!

Shen Ninghua didn't seem to notice her slightly gloomy expression, "It's getting late, Cousin and I will go first. Young Miss Xiao's body has just recovered, you just have to walk slowly." Xiao Huan Xi had just slowed down to show off her special friendship with Chu Junyi, so she had no interest in listening.

After walking a little further away, Yang Yingxue said uncomfortably, "Ninghua, did that Miss Xiao like her sworn brother?"

"You see it?" Xiao Huan Xi had always thought that she had hidden it well, but she didn't know that her thoughts were known by everyone. It seemed that Xiao Jing Ran was happy to see it happen, otherwise he would have stopped her since it was a matter that concerned a woman's reputation.

"En, then why did you have to choke on her just now? Just follow what she said, in case a grudge occurs in your heart."

Shen Ninghua sneered coldly, "Cousin, you should clearly see what happened last time. There has never been a grudge between you and her, but she has never schemed against you, not even a little bit of guilt." Have you thought about how unfortunate I would be if she were to succeed? Where can you send me? Besides, do you think we can coexist peacefully after what happened last time? This place is not in Jiangnan, so it's best for Cousin to look around more. "

Xiao Huan Xi kept saying that Chu Junyi had feelings for her, and she wanted to unravel his fantasies. That person had been booked temporarily by him. Although he wasn't certain that he would be the last one to return, not everyone could have their hands on him.

After entering the Hall of Dining, Xiao Huan Xi's expression was still ugly. However, she was originally very beautiful. In addition to her pale face, even though her expression was dark, it still made people feel pity for her.

"Ning Hua, you don't know this, but the doors of my palace are about to be destroyed in the next few days. Father's concubines are coming to my palace in waves to ask for the Frozen Soul Fragrance, and I've even sent out the last bit of it. You must give me some more."

Shen Ninghua blinked. "I need to use the best plum blossoms that have seen snow to create this Ice Soul Incense. Fortunately, I've collected a few of them. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to supply them to you."

"I've gotten a lot of presents these past few days, so you should go take a look later. If there are any gifts that you like, just take them away. Even if mufei found out about it, they wouldn't blame you."

"You should keep those gifts for yourself. Use them as your dowry when you get married."

"Who did you learn that from?" Baili An's eyes widened, "You actually teased me with this?"

Shen Ninghua chuckled softly and sat down to take a sip of tea. Although she looked calm on the outside, she had already scolded Chu Junyi many times in her heart. It was all because of the nagging in her ear that made her think of a dowry.

As soon as Chu Junyi and the rest entered the room, she felt Shen Ninghua's gaze on her. She was slightly puzzled. She hadn't offended this black girl, right? Why was her gaze so aggrieved? Did Xiao Huan Xi say something that made her jealous?

When he thought of this possibility, his mood immediately brightened. He then revealed an extremely charming smile towards Shen Ninghua's direction.

Shen Ninghua turned her head to the side as she choked on her words.

Baili QingCang and Zhao Huoying brought him into the hall. Everyone hurriedly stood up and greeted them.

Bai Li Qing Cang waved his hand, signalling for everyone to get up, "Go ahead and rise. Today's banquet is for the exchange of pointers between the two countries, you guys can do whatever you want. Sixth Prince, I heard from the Officer of Rites that you have some special ideas? "

Bu Jinglan walked out. "Your Majesty, I do have some ideas. This time when I came to the Great An Country, royal father told me to be honest and learn from it. There were ten brave warriors and ten beautiful women who came with me, hoping to exchange pointers with the Great An Country. "