The Reborn Princess Has Turned Evil

Chapter 284 Plan Failed

Murong Peifeng held the jade hairpin, head bowed and silent. Why was Jing Anle so different from the Jing Rou of the past? She was not arrogant or domineering at all; instead, she was quite peaceful.

After watching Old Man Li and his granddaughter leave, Jing Anle's eyes suddenly turned cold. "Mu Ping, A Fang, let's go." She didn't even look back at Murong Peifeng. Just as she reached the door, she ran into Qin Xiuyuan, who was leading people over.

"Princess, are you alright?" Qin Xiuyuan had been so anxious when he heard that someone had come to cause trouble that he forgot to bow.

Seeing the snowflakes falling on Qin Xiuyuan's shoulder, Jing Anle was a little surprised. He didn't expect Qin Xiuyuan to come in person. "Cousin? Why are you here? I'm fine."

Knowing that they had disturbed the princess, and seeing Qin Xiuyuan's large entourage, the shopkeeper was somewhat worried and afraid. He said with trepidation, "Our shop has disturbed the princess. Please forgive us."

After the shopkeeper finished speaking, Qin Xiuyuan noticed the mess on the ground, several men kneeling on the ground, and Murong Peifeng standing to the side. They had been in close contact with Murong Ruoyan when she had an accident at the Qin residence last time.

As a fellow man, Murong Peifeng saw through Qin Xiuyuan's thoughts almost instantly.

“Cousin, you’ve come at the right time. These scoundrels reek of alcohol and inexplicably barged into the teahouse. This matter must be thoroughly investigated! Were they instructed by someone?” Jing Anle was staring at the group of people, but she was speaking to Murong Peifeng. She knew that it must have been Murong Peifeng who had instructed them.

"Yes, princess."

In both his past and present lives, he uses the same methods.

Jing Anle turned her head to look at Murong Peifeng, only to see him with a calm and composed expression.

Jing Anle didn't want to stay a moment longer where he was; she wouldn't let his plan succeed!

Qin Xiuyuan sent men to escort Jing Anle to the general's mansion, while he stayed behind to clean up the mess.

"Why is Prince Murong here as well?"

Murong Peifeng simply smiled and casually placed the jade hairpin in his bosom, a gesture that Qin Xiuyuan noticed.

"I just happened to come out for a stroll and happened to run into some trouble."

A nearby shopkeeper quickly chimed in, "It was this young master who lent a helping hand and saved the princess."

With the recent death of the Marquis's family and the Marquis's wife seriously ill and bedridden, he actually had the mind to go out for a stroll. Qin Xiuyuan felt a hint of disdain in his heart, but he only nodded slightly on the surface.

Qin Xiuyuan glanced at the shopkeeper, then ordered his men to take the troublemakers away. He said, "You dare to offend the princess! Your crimes are heinous! Take them all back to the Ministry of Justice for questioning!"

The men, who had already sobered up, were terrified and trembled with fear, quickly kowtowing and begging for mercy.

Murong Peifeng said, "In that case, we will not disturb General Qin any longer."

Qin Xiuyuan returned the greeting and then went about their respective business.

After Murong Peifeng left, Qin Xiuyuan began to inquire in detail.

……

General's Mansion.

News of Jing Anle's fright at the teahouse had reached the General's Mansion beforehand, so when Jing Anle arrived, everyone was filled with worry.

Especially Madam Qin, who held Jing Anle's hand and asked her questions for a long time, only feeling relieved after confirming that there was no damage.

"It's all because the servants are incompetent, Grandmother, don't worry," Jing Anle gently coaxed.

Qin Zhihua quickly added, "What the princess says is true. The person is fine now, and I believe my brother will handle things well."

The two granddaughters took turns speaking, and finally managed to calm down Madam Qin.

Where is my uncle?

She sent word yesterday, asking why she hadn't seen Qin Xu yet.

Madam Qin coughed lightly, "Send someone to ask where your father went?"

At this moment, Qin Zhihua said, "This morning I saw my father's former subordinates come to the mansion. I'm afraid they have something to discuss right now."

Former subordinates? A thought flashed through Jing Anle's mind: Could it be...?

"Why don't you go to my room first, Princess, and wait for Father to finish discussing important matters?"

Jing Anle nodded, knowing that Qin Xu must have something urgent to do, and went to Qin Zhihua's courtyard first.

The last time I came was in late autumn, but now it's all covered in silver, a completely different scene.

Upon entering, one is immediately struck by the striking red color.

Upon seeing the dowry items on the table, Qin Zhihua's face instantly turned red, and she hurriedly said, "Someone, put these things away."

Jing Anle smiled and teased, "Why are you shy, cousin? A woman's marriage is a matter of fate. Soon you will be my sister-in-law."

Upon hearing this, Qin Zhihua's face turned even redder with embarrassment.

"Princess……"

For a moment, the two daughters started playing around, and the house was filled with laughter and joy, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

Snowflakes began to fall outside the window, while the room was warm and comfortable.

“However…” Jing Anle fiddled with the brown sugar ginger tea in the bowl, stirring with a spoon.

"What does the princess want to say? Why not speak frankly?"

Jing Anle put down her bowl and said softly, "Cousin, I consider you my own sister, so I'll be frank with some things. You will enter the royal family and become a prince's consort, making us even more like family. However, the palace is treacherous and unpredictable, and people's hearts are hard to fathom. I know my brother's feelings for you, and I believe in your unwavering loyalty to each other. But the future is unpredictable, and many variables will arise..."

The thought of their unfulfilled marriage in their past life, separated by death, caused Jing Anle's heart to ache.

Qin Zhihua was stunned for a moment, then revealed a helpless smile.

"Is the princess referring to Miss Chu?"

Last time, Jing Anle asked Chu Mingyue if she was still willing to accept Jing Fengyao's indifference and would never regret it.

“Brother Feng treats me very well, and I hope he does well too. Although I don’t understand court politics, I know that Brother Feng is a man who will do great things and won’t be stuck in the world of romance. I trust him and support him.”

Seeing Qin Zhihua's determined look, Jing Anle felt relieved. At least this time, they could finally be together. "Don't worry, cousin. If my brother dares to treat you badly, I will definitely stand up for you."

Qin Zhihua smiled shyly this time, but didn't refuse, "Then thank you in advance, Princess."

The room suddenly became lively again.