The Reborn Princess Has Turned Evil

Chapter 219 Suspicion Arises

Old Madam Qin could see through Qin Xiuyuan's intentions. She knew in her heart that Qin Xiuyuan and Jing Anle were impossible. She also knew that her grandson had been stubborn since childhood, and if she pushed him too hard now, it would probably backfire.

So Madam Qin smiled and said, "That's good too. You're about the same age, so you'll definitely get along well."

Everyone present understood what Old Madam Qin meant, and they all saw through it but didn't say anything. Zhao Yayi carefully looked up at Qin Xiuyuan, only to see that his face was calm, even somewhat indifferent. She felt a little depressed and quickly looked away.

As the opera music began, the past was finally revealed.

After the banquet, a slanting ray of sunlight hung on the horizon, but the north wind howled, bringing with it a lonely chill.

The servants had already gone to prepare the carriage. As soon as Jing Anle stepped out of the General's Mansion, he saw Prince Qing and Jing Rou at the gate.

“Uncle.” Every time she saw Prince Qing, Jing Anle had to pinch herself hard to calm down her surging hatred. She was extremely hateful in her heart, but she appeared calm and composed on the surface.

Prince Qing was talking to Jing Rou, but upon seeing Jing Anle, he had to turn around and bow, saying, "Greetings, Princess."

"Uncle, there's no need for such formalities." After saying that, Jing Anle glanced at Jing Rou and said, "I haven't congratulated you yet, Uncle. I heard that the Prince's Mansion is going to hold a wedding at the end of this month."

Jing Anle was referring to the marriage between Murong Peifeng and Jing Rong, the illegitimate daughter of the Prince of Qing.

Prince Qing's face stiffened, and he said indifferently, "She's just a concubine's daughter; she's not worth the princess's concern."

“Uncle, you are mistaken. Although Jingrong is a concubine’s daughter, she is married to the heir of the Pingchang Marquis’s mansion.” Jing Anle stared into Jingrou’s eyes and smiled. “After all, he is the heir of a marquis’s mansion. Princess, your sister is truly blessed.”

On that day, Jing Rou plotted to have an affair between Jing Anle and Murong Peifeng, but she never expected to send her own sister to the Marquis's mansion. Regardless of whether she still loved Murong Peifeng or not, this matter was like swallowing a fly; whether she swallowed it or not, it was disgusting.

Jing Rou's expression remained unchanged, but she rummaged through the silk handkerchief in her hand and forced a smile. "Fate is predetermined. If she finds a good match, I will be happy for her."

"The princess truly lives up to her reputation as a model of virtue." Jing Anle said with a smile, but her tone was indifferent.

Just now, Jing Rou was calm and composed during the banquet. Now, Jing Anle deliberately mentioned Murong Peifeng to see Jing Rou's reaction. It seems that Jing Rou wants to discard her after she has served her purpose.

Murong Peifeng deserves to die, but now is not the time.

“Anle is a little curious, when did Uncle and Uncle start having contact?” Jing Anle turned to Prince Qing with a smile.

Prince Qing had previously heard Princess Qing and Jing Rou say that Jing Anle was quite shrewd and resourceful. He hadn't believed it before, but now he felt that Jing Anle was indeed a completely different person from the princess who only knew how to eat, drink, and have fun and acted willfully. He smiled and said, "Princess, you are mistaken. General Qin is a member of the royal family. In the end, we are all family. As family, we should visit each other more often."

Prince Qing's words were ambiguous, as if he wanted others to think that he had a close relationship with Qin Xu. Jing Anle sneered inwardly, but did not show it on his face, and nodded, saying, "Uncle is indeed very thoughtful."

At this moment, Jing Fengyao and Qin Xu came out from inside, and the atmosphere became somewhat awkward.

"Is Uncle also waiting for the carriage?" Jing Fengyao asked, looking at Prince Qing.

“Indeed.” After saying that, Prince Qing turned to Qin Xu and said, “General Qin, you should think carefully about what I’m about to tell you.”

Qin Xu was taken aback for a moment, then quickly recovered, "This subordinate understands."

At this moment, servants led over the carriage of Prince Qing's mansion. The carriage of Prince Qing's mansion was extremely luxurious and very impressive.

Prince Qing smiled and said, "Then I will take my leave now."

"Take care, Uncle." Jing Anle said with a forced smile.

Jing Anle, Jing Fengyao, and Qin Xu watched as Prince Qing and Jing Rou rode away in their carriage.

“Uncle,” Jing Fengyao began, “what did Uncle say to you just now?”

It was Jing Fengyao who asked the question, but Qin Xu looked up at Jing Anle. It was not appropriate for him to say more here. After a moment, Qin Xu said cryptically, "His Highness has instructed me to visit the Prince Qing's residence frequently."

Jing Fengyao narrowed his eyes, staring intently at Qin Xu, as if trying to see through his eyes to understand his inner thoughts.

Qin Xu looked back at him calmly, his eyes showing no emotion.

Seeing this, Jing Anle quickly smoothed things over, saying, "Perhaps Uncle just wants to spar with Uncle."

Despite his doubts, Jing Fengyao said calmly, "Uncle, Uncle is not a good person." His tone was unfriendly, a warning mixed with a reminder.

"Thank you for informing me, Your Highness," Qin Xu said.

Jing Fengyao is unaware that Jing Anle and Qin Xu are plotting against each other. The current situation has startled Jing Anle, who feels it is time to tell Jing Fengyao the truth.

Jing Feng turned to look at Jing Anle, his tone much gentler, "It's getting late, let's go back too."

Jing Anle looked petite against the large carriage. Afang quickly closed the carriage window to keep out the wind. After closing the window, she said, "You must be tired after today's journey. You should rest well when you return to the palace."

Jing Anle closed her eyes. From the start of the gathering to the end of the birthday banquet, it was indeed quite lively. Everything was as she had expected, except for Prince Qing…

Upon thinking of this, Jing Anle suddenly opened her eyes, a thought flashing through her mind: Could it be...?

Seeing Jing Anle's reaction, Mu Ping lowered her voice and asked, "Has the princess discovered something?"

Jing Anle composed herself and said slowly, "Let's talk about it when we get back to the palace."