Becoming a literary master starting from the story of Minglan

Chapter 225 Asking
Sheng Changquan analyzed in his mind that there was only one reason why Qi Heng did this: he wanted to deceive Princess Pingning and make her arrange his marriage with Minglan before the results of the imperial examination were announced!

Only in this way can we fully guarantee that Qi Heng's promise to Minglan will be fulfilled!
However, if they cannot finalize their engagement before the results are announced, then in the end there will only be one possibility!
That is—their relationship has completely fallen apart.

Perhaps Qi Heng hasn't figured out the ins and outs yet; he's just thinking he can use familial affection to move Princess Pingning and get her to back down.

But how could he possibly figure out what Princess Pingning was thinking?
With Princess Pingning's abilities, getting rid of Qi Heng would be an easy task.

If Sheng Changquan's prediction is correct, the relationship between Minglan and Qi Heng will definitely not work out.

Based on his understanding of Princess Pingning, he knew that she would never arrange any marriage for Qi Heng before the palace examination. Even if Qi Heng were to pass the examination by chance, the chances of him marrying Minglan would be extremely small. The most likely scenario was that Princess Pingning would use various means to subdue Qi Heng.

Overt or covert.

Seeing the blush on Minglan's face, Sheng Changquan opened his mouth silently, but no words came out.

"Forget it, my sister has finally had a happy moment, why should I wake her up?"

Sheng Changquan understood Minglan and knew that she wasn't the kind of foolish girl who would give up her life for love. So after thinking for a while, he decided not to reveal his speculations for the time being.

Firstly, Sheng Changquan's own deductions may not be accurate. Who knows what the future holds, except for God?

At most, this is just the result he calculated that is the most likely!
Secondly, Sheng Changquan wanted to prolong Minglan's happiness, because if he were to say it now, it would be in vain.

Minglan might not believe it, but her good mood would definitely be ruined.

Therefore, considering all these factors, Sheng Changquan ultimately kept quiet.

"It's alright. In three days, the results of the provincial examination will be announced. By then, it will be clear whether we've achieved our goals or are destined to be apart!"

Looking at the smile on Minglan's lips, Sheng Changquan silently recited in his heart.

"I hope... my sister's wish will come true!"

……

Whether Grandma Sheng ultimately learned about Minglan's thoughts from Cuiwei and Danju is unknown, but what is certain is that she definitely figured something out.

That day, after Minglan and her brother returned from their exercise, Grandma Sheng acted as if nothing had happened. She didn't mention a word to Sheng Changquan, nor did she ask Minglan for any confirmation. She simply looked at her grandchildren with the same kind eyes as always.

Because Minglan and her siblings were the only ones in the entire Sheng family without a birth mother, the old lady cherished and cared for them the most, and the relationship between the three of them was closer than that with others.

If the old lady were to rank her children in her heart, then apart from Sheng Changbai, who was considered the most important because he was the eldest grandson and was similar to Minglan, Sheng Changquan would be the next most important among the other children, followed by Hualan, Changfeng, Rulan, and finally Molan.

Of course, they were all her grandchildren. It wasn't that Old Madam Sheng disliked anyone; it was just a matter of degree of affection.

The reason why Old Madam Sheng disliked Mo Lan the most was because of her unruly mother!

Speaking of Lin Qinshuang...

Never mind, the old lady doesn't want to talk about her.

That day, Minglan was somewhat distracted by Sheng Changquan's words, so she didn't notice the strange expressions on the faces of Cuiwei and Danju in her room.

Because Xiao Tao followed Minglan to the garden that day, even though she was Minglan's most trusted informant, she also failed to receive any news or warn her.

In the end, Sheng Changquan vaguely sensed something, and before leaving, he gave a meaningful look to Mama Fang beside Old Madam Sheng. Because all the maids of the Cui generation had been trained by Mama Fang, the Cui generation maids who were assigned to their respective rooms by the Old Madam were all considered to be under Mama Fang's care. Therefore, the one who could influence Cuiwei and Danju was naturally Mama Fang.

Minglan didn't notice anything amiss with the old lady, but Sheng Changquan did.

As soon as he entered the house, he saw two more people inside, and their expressions seemed a bit off.

Cuiwei's eyebrows drooped, as if she had been hit by frost, while Danju was even worse, her eyes were red, as if she was about to activate her X-gene and transform into laser eyes.

Her appearance made it clear to anyone that she had been crying.

However, because she kept her head down and had Cuiwei helping to cover her, it was difficult to notice her unless you looked closely.

Upon seeing this situation, Sheng Changquan thought about it briefly and immediately understood the situation.

"It seems that Grandmother has already asked Mama Fang to inquire about my sister's situation!"

After understanding this, Sheng Changquan felt much more relaxed.

Unlike Sheng Changquan's younger brother, Old Madam Sheng has a significant advantage in dealing with Minglan's innermost thoughts, whether in terms of gender, seniority, or experience.

With the old lady taking charge, Minglan's problems can naturally be resolved properly.

Sheng Changquan naturally firmly believed this.

Therefore, his eyes were filled with gratitude as he looked at his mother.

"Ok?"

When Fang's mother saw Sheng Changquan's gaze, she was initially puzzled and didn't understand what he meant. But after following his gaze to Minglan in the room, she thought about it and understood what he meant.

"hehe!"

Mrs. Fang smiled and nodded to Sheng Changquan, indicating that she understood.

Therefore, Sheng Changquan naturally responded with even more sincere and heartfelt thanks before slowly departing.

After Sheng Changquan left, Old Madam Sheng immediately waved to Fang Mama to take everyone else away from the house, leaving only her and Minglan. The implication was clear that she had something to say.

"Yes, old lady!"

After responding, Fang's mother glanced around and immediately led the little girls out, leaving only the grandmother and granddaughter sitting in the house.

"grandmother……"

Minglan had already vaguely anticipated this.

"Ming'er, it seems you guessed it too!"

Grandma Sheng put down the Jianzhan teacup in her hand, looked at Minglan, and asked helplessly, "I heard the rumors about you and the young master on my way back. What exactly is going on between you two?"

(End of this chapter)