After being jilted, the entire neighboring village was filled with deep regret.

She was wearing a pale yellow jacket with piping and embroidered with playful birds. She was pretty, clever, cute, and delicate. She was kneeling there crying pitifully, and Princess Huai'an really couldn't stand it.

She immediately had Amber help her up and comforted her for a while, saying, "Your brother Jue really doesn't know how to cherish women. Your aunt will teach him a lesson later! But copying scriptures isn't without its benefits; it can cultivate one's character and enlighten one's mind."

Shen Yuean retorted seriously, "I have been copying scriptures for so many years, and my temperament and personality have not changed. I am as smart as ever. It is clear that copying scriptures is just a bluff. Apart from being a waste of time, it is of no use."

Princess Huai'an was rendered speechless by the rebuttal.

"Pfft!" Amber couldn't help but laugh out loud. "Miss Shen, it's getting late, let's set off!"

She was afraid that if she continued talking, the princess would get so angry that she would suffer a serious injury.

Just as the group arrived at the main gate, they ran into Murong Jue and Xue Mao, who were returning.

Shen Yue'an immediately hid behind Princess Huai'an, stuck out her tongue at Murong Jue, and made a face.

Murong Jue didn't even glance at her, and respectfully bowed to Princess Huai'an, saying, "Mother, I have prepared some things that would be a suitable gift for our first meeting."

Shen Yuean curiously peeked out, her quirky and mischievous appearance making her both lovable and infuriating.

Princess Huai'an deliberately teased her, letting Amber accept the task without asking any questions.

Shen Yue'an got into the carriage, and after holding back for a while, she couldn't help but ask, "Auntie, what did Brother Jue give you? Is it fun?"

Princess Huai'an glanced at her, feeling sorry for her son. "Girl, why are you still thinking about this? How has your brother Jue been teaching you manners all these years?"

Shen Yue'an shrugged and recounted in detail how Murong Jue had abused—no! How he had trained her.

"Brother Jue found me two nannies. In front of the nannies, my manners were impeccable, so perfect that they couldn't find any fault with me. The two nannies felt ashamed and took the initiative to resign."

"Now that the nanny's gone, I don't have to pretend anymore!"

Princess Huai'an and Amber exchanged a glance, completely disbelieving!
Princess Huai'an said earnestly, "Now that you have learned the rules, you must keep them in mind at all times. Even when there are no outsiders present, you must strictly restrain yourself."

Shen Yuean sighed like a little adult, "But living like that would be too boring! My mother said that everyone is experiencing life for the first time, and it's true that we should be flexible and adaptable within reasonable limits to make ourselves comfortable!"
I don't have any grand ambitions, and learning those rules is useless! Things are fine as they are now.

These words truly shocked Princess Huai'an and Amber.

The two became increasingly curious about Shen Yue'an.

The carriage slowly came to a stop outside the Shen residence.

The gatekeeper was waiting there early on, and upon seeing the carriage arrive, he immediately went in to announce its arrival.

Su Tai led Shen Yuezhang out to greet them.

Unexpectedly, Shen Yue'an was the first to get off the carriage.

The mother and daughter were overjoyed.

"An'er!"

"younger sister!"

Shen Yue'an, like a bird released from its cage, rushed into Su Tai's arms and hugged her tightly. Then she embraced Shen Yuezhang and closed her eyes greedily.

Shen Yuezhang affectionately patted her head, and seeing Princess Huai'an alight from her carriage, he quickly said, "Since we have a guest, let's go inside and talk, shall we?"

Shen Yuean obediently released Shen Yuezhang.

Su Tai hurriedly stepped forward to greet Princess Huai'an, "Greetings, Madam Xue."

Princess Huai'an gently helped Su Tai up and said with a smile, "In the dead of winter, we have to trouble Madam Shen to come out and greet you personally."

"It's only right! Please, Madam Xue!" The group entered through the hanging flower gate, passed through the covered corridor, and entered the main courtyard.

A charcoal stove had already been lit inside, and the maidservants laid out the prepared snacks one by one.

Su Tai said warmly, "Madam Xue has come from afar. Please have some hot milk tea to warm yourself up. These are the snacks that General Xue and his son like to eat. Please have some, Madam Xue."

Princess Huai'an readily picked up a piece of sausage bread and examined it carefully. "What is this?"

Such desserts are not available in the capital.

Su Tai hurriedly introduced, "This is sausage bread, which is savory. There is also cheese bread and cake, which are sweet. Mrs. Xue can try them and see which one suits your taste better."

With these snacks, the two got along much better.

Despite the Shen family's humble origins, they possess many unique items, from food and tableware to clothing and even the furnishings in their home.

Princess Huai'an looked at everything one by one, as if she had opened the door to a new world.

Looking back, Su Tai and her two daughters all had fair and delicate skin, and she casually complimented them.

Su Tai immediately brought out her skincare products.

When it comes to a woman's appearance and maintenance, her social status becomes irrelevant.

Soon, Princess Huai'an and Su Tai got together to discuss skincare tips.

The royal family has its own secret skincare methods, while Su Tai has a cheat code to help them.

This conversation lasted for most of the day, and they only realized that most of the day had passed when the maid came to ask for permission.

Princess Huai'an felt this was incredibly impolite for the first time, and rose to take her leave, saying, "It's getting late, we should head back!"

Just as Su Tai was about to speak to persuade her to stay, Shen Yue'an started crying pitifully, "Auntie, can you stay a little longer! Can we have a meal at my house? I haven't had my mother's cooking in so long!"

"This..." Princess Huai'an gently patted Shen Yue'an's head with affection. "Your aunt will let you stay at home for two days and then come to pick you up, okay?"

Shen Yue'an's eyes lit up, but then wilted again. "No, I can't stay at home overnight without Master's permission. If you go back now, Master will send someone over soon, and I'll be punished."

The little girl sniffled pitifully.

Su Tai immediately followed up with persuasion, "Madam Xue, why don't you stay for the meal? I'll cook some new dishes for you myself."

Shen Yuezhang hugged Shen Yuean with heartache, his face full of reluctance.

Seeing this, Princess Huai'an realized that she couldn't insist on leaving, so she could only agree to stay.

Shen Yuean instantly went from tears to laughter.

Su Tai asked the two sisters to talk to the guests, and went to the kitchen by herself.

Princess Huai'an looked at the well-behaved Shen Yuezhang, then glanced at Shen Yue'an, who was sitting on her bottom as if she were being pricked by needles, and chuckled, "You two sisters have such completely opposite personalities."

Shen Yuezhang feigned anger and scolded Shen Yue'an, then defended her, saying, "My sister is active and doesn't like to be still. She's been lively since she was little. I'm sorry you had to laugh at her, Madam."

Princess Huai'an chuckled and shook her head. "I've spent these past few days with this girl, so I know her fairly well. There's no need for me to hide anything from her. And you? What do you like?"

Shen Yuezhang's fair face flushed slightly, a little embarrassed, but only for a moment, before he regained his composure. "I usually enjoy reading, occasionally writing and drawing, and dabbling in business. These are just ordinary hobbies, not worth mentioning."

"No, that's not true! My sister's handwriting is beautiful! Her paintings are also incredibly lifelike, and she runs Qingfengzhai so well, making a fortune every day! Auntie, wait a minute, I'll show you the portrait my sister drew for me." Shen Yue'an ran excitedly towards the backyard, so fast that Shen Yuezhang couldn't stop her. (End of Chapter)