The mistress just wanted to be bad, but she took off after being replaced

Sheng Junwei was not moved by his doubts. She smiled softly: "It's something I expected. Why should I be angry?"

Her voice was calm, but revealed a firm strength.

Pei Yu frowned, feeling quite surprised by her answer: "How can you bear it if they treat you like this?"

The woman in his memory had always been famous in the capital for her outstanding wisdom and ruthless means, but now she was so tolerant, which really confused him.

Hearing this, Sheng Junwei raised her lips with an indifferent arc, and looked directly at Pei Yu: "Shangshu Sheng and his wife have raised me, and their kindness is as heavy as a mountain. Even if they repay it with their lives, it is reasonable. Now, even if they have a thousand faults, how can I bear to resent them?"

Of course, she knew in her heart that all the grudges of the previous life had been settled, and she had repaid all the grace of raising her in her own way.

And everything they have done for her in this life has far exceeded that kindness. Now she is no longer willing to give in unconditionally and let others manipulate her.

Pei Yu's eyes widened when he heard this. The shock and astonishment in his eyes were as eye-catching as copper bells, but they added a bit of real worldly flavor to him.

He couldn't combine the indifferent woman in front of him with the image of the scheming adopted daughter of the Sheng family who was widely rumored in the capital.

Just as Pei Yu was still immersed in the subversion of his perception of Sheng Junwei, a group of people walked out of the Sheng Mansion to greet them.

Sheng Junwei raised her eyes slightly, and her gaze fell accurately on Sheng Ruijiao in the crowd. Her eyes slowly swept across Sheng Ruijiao's face, and the smile at the corner of her mouth became deeper and deeper.

I see……

All the mysteries seem to have answers at this moment.

It was not until the last moment before stepping out of the door that Sheng Ruijiao was sure that Sheng Junwei had really returned.

This fact was hard for her to accept.

Her eyes flickered and she was angry.

Why didn't Pei Yu, such a heartless person, accompany me back home, but instead accompanied this so-called "fake" back to the Sheng Mansion?

What unknown secrets are hidden in this?

Sheng Ruijiao's heart was full of questions. She stared at Sheng Junwei and Pei Yu, determined to solve the mystery no matter what.

Sheng Junwei wore a gorgeous red dress, which made her already peerless beauty even more charming.

Everyone's attention was instantly attracted by Sheng Junwei's stunning appearance.

In the crowd, a lady from the clan dressed in gorgeous clothes suddenly exclaimed: "Isn't this the unique red dress on the third floor of Yunjinfang? I remember the price tag of that dress was five thousand taels of silver!"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone nodded in agreement, with shock flashing in their eyes that was difficult to conceal.

"Yes, that's right, it's that one! Mr. Pei's love for Sister Wei is unmatched. This love is worth more than a thousand gold coins!"

In comparison, although the South China Sea pearls and gold hairpins worn by Sheng Ruijiao are equally priceless, they appear dull against the red dress.

Facing the envious and admiring gazes from all around, Sheng Junwei walked towards Pei Yu calmly and gracefully.

Her calm and elegant smile fully reveals the demeanor of a lady from a noble family.

Sheng Ruijiao stood aside, her heart tangled.

The flame of jealousy burned in her heart. She couldn't accept the fact that she dressed up carefully but was still easily outshined by her sister.

A hint of sneer appeared on the corner of her mouth, implying that although Sheng Junwei was accompanied by Pei Yu to return home, she was still poor and not presentable.

A trace of barely perceptible displeasure flashed across Pei Yu's brows. He was dissatisfied with Sheng Junwei's overly generous attitude towards her family.

Mrs. Sheng secretly breathed a sigh of relief when she saw Pei Yu's face darken a little.

She was glad that Sheng Junwei did not expose her lies in public, otherwise the scene would have been even more embarrassing.

She pretended to be calm and said to Pei Yu and Sheng Junwei with an apologetic look: "Son-in-law, Sister Wei, we did not mean to be negligent. It was really because the servants in the mansion were not doing their job and did not report in advance that you had left the mansion. Please forgive us."

Sheng Junwei smiled slightly and responded calmly: "Mother, don't worry about it. Today's return is a matter between me and my husband. What happens to others has nothing to do with us two."

She was completely unaware of the subtle changes in the emotions of the people around her. She turned her head to look at the empty hall and asked with interest, "Where are my father and five brothers? Why didn't they come out to greet us?"

Upon hearing this, Madam Sheng's smile froze a little, but she quickly adjusted herself: "There are some urgent matters at home that need to be dealt with. They have already rushed over to deal with them and will be back soon."

Sheng Junwei raised the corner of her mouth slightly, and said softly to Pei Yu beside her: "Ah Yu, if there is any need, are you willing to help me share it?"

Before Pei Yu responded, Madam Sheng gently swung her jade bracelet.

"Oh, it's not a big deal..."

Before she finished her words, there was a sound of hurried footsteps outside the door.

Minister Sheng walked in quickly with a few of his brothers, apparently having just dealt with a rather tricky matter.

Upon seeing this, Mrs. Sheng immediately stood up to greet him.

"Are all the things at home settled?" she asked with a concerned look.

Minister Sheng nodded slightly: "Don't worry, Madam, everything has been properly handled."

After saying that, he turned around and his eyes fell on Pei Yu, his eyes revealing sincerity and apology.

"My dear son-in-law, Sister Wei, I am so sorry that I disturbed you with family matters at this important moment. Please don't mind it. I feel really guilty."

However, Pei Yu's response was somewhat intriguing.

"No one wants to see turmoil in the family. Father-in-law, you have worked so hard, how could I blame you?"

On the surface, these words do not contain any blame, but if you savor them carefully, the irony contained in them is as sharp as a needle tip, pointing directly at the way Minister Sheng handles family affairs.

There is no way of knowing whether Minister Sheng was aware of this subtle irony.

He still had a cheerful face and affectionately guided Pei Yu and Sheng Junwei into the depths of the Sheng Mansion.

The lights in the mansion were brilliant, reflecting a solemn and peaceful atmosphere, as if the tension and panic just now had never happened.

At the banquet, men and women sat at separate tables.

At the men's table, the guests surrounded Pei Yu. They were chatting and laughing, clinking glasses, and praising this young talent.

Pei Yu behaved gracefully and responded with ease. His every move showed his demeanor as a noble man, which prompted everyone to raise their glasses and toast him.

On the women's side, Sheng Junwei sat there, like a blooming red lotus, gorgeous but not coquettish, gorgeous but not vulgar.

She was undoubtedly the focus of everyone's attention, and Sheng Ruijiao's previous ridiculous remarks had long been forgotten by everyone.

Sheng Ruijiao sat in the corner, looking at Sheng Junwei's dazzling brilliance, jealousy surging in her heart like a raging tide.

After eating and drinking, the crowd gradually dispersed, but Sheng Ruijiao found an opportunity at this time.

She quietly followed Sheng Junwei until she blocked her at the end of an empty corridor.