Spring in the East Palace

But they also felt aggrieved. After all, this was the Shen Mansion, and they were not Shen Muyin. How dare they act so presumptuous here in the name of the Eastern Palace?

But since Donggong wanted to scold someone, they could only agree. After all, everyone knew that Donggong was unhappy, but such unhappiness would not be directed at Shen Muyin, so there must be a channel for venting.

The person kneeling on the ground knew more clearly that Shen Muyin might be the future Crown Princess of the Eastern Palace.

Qin Chuyan waved his sleeves, ignored the servant in front of him, and walked out with his men without looking back.

Instead, Dong Jin, who had been following Qin Chuyan, stayed. Shen Muyin blinked and said nothing.

It was not until Dong Gong left that Shen Muyin slowly stood up. Dong Jin immediately stepped forward and supported Shen Muyin.

"I, Dong Jin, have met Miss Shen. His Highness has given an oral order that Miss Shen fell in love with me at Lixiang Tower yesterday, so let me go to the Shen Mansion to serve her." Dong Jin spoke every word clearly.

Shen Muyin raised his eyebrows slightly, but his expression remained unchanged.

The man from the East Palace probably also realized that Huixiang was not good enough at dealing with people. If something really happened, Huixiang couldn't even protect herself, let alone save others.

So she found an excuse to keep Dong Jin by her side.

Indeed, having a trustworthy person around, and most importantly, someone who knows martial arts, makes things a lot more convenient.

But Shen Muyin also knew that he had to give Shen Rushuang a reasonable explanation, rather than just a word from Dong Jin, which would be too much of a disregard for Shen Rushuang's existence.

"Grandmother, Miss Dongjin is the poor person I met in Lixiang Tower yesterday. When I was in trouble, it was Miss Dongjin who risked her life to save me. So I promised Dongjin that if I could leave, I would find a chance to redeem her. But I didn't expect that His Highness remembered my words and sent Dongjin here." Shen Muyin fulfilled Dongjin's words.

Reasonable.

After all, Lixianglou is a brothel, a place where men seek pleasure, so naturally there are the most women.

Shen Rushuang listened and nodded: "That's good, at least this girl knows how to protect you, unlike Chunxiang who abandoned her master. It's really not enough to have only one personal maid named Huixiang by your side. It would be more convenient to leave Dongjin here, and it would also be a good favor to you, His Highness."

"Thank you, grandma." Shen Muyin responded.

Dong Jin bowed obediently: "Thank you, old lady, for taking me in."

Seeing that Dong Jin was well-behaved and sensible, Shen Rushuang didn't say anything.

Shen Rushuang had a terrible headache because of what happened in Wenxiang Pavilion this morning, so she didn't stay for long. Li Rong supported Shen Rushuang and they walked out.

Shen Muyin walked a few steps before being stopped.

"You were frightened yesterday, so take a good rest. When we get to the enclosure, I will personally introduce you to these people in Kyoto, so don't be in a bad mood by then, or else you will give people a chance to talk nonsense." Shen Rushuang waved her hand and said tiredly.

"Grandma, can I go to the paddock?" Shen Muyin blinked and looked at Shen Rushuang with some surprise.

Of course, it's an act.

She decided on this enclosure.

However, Shen Muyin wanted to show Shen Rushuang such grievances, to let Shen Rushuang know how much the Second House did not want her to appear in such occasions.

"Why can't you go? You are the legitimate daughter of my Shen family and you should show up." Shen Rushuang said solemnly.

"But..." Shen Muyin seemed to be hesitant to speak, "I'm afraid Second Mother will be unhappy. I have been away for many years, and now I suddenly appear in such a big occasion as the enclosure. Everyone can't help but be concerned about me. If I steal the limelight from Second Mother, Second Mother..."

These words were just enough, no need to say more. Shen Rushuang would naturally know it clearly.

After all, Shen Rushuang knew who Concubine Liu was.

In addition, Shen Rushuang knew that she had been poisoned, so she was even more wary of Concubine Liu and naturally would not let Concubine Liu get away with it this time.

"You don't need to worry about these. I'm not dead yet. It's not her turn to make the decisions in the Shen Mansion." Shen Rushuang spoke every word clearly.

"Okay." Shen Muyin responded obediently, "Muyin respectfully sends grandma off."

Shen Rushuang said nothing and left slowly accompanied by Li Rong. Shen Muyin watched Shen Rushuang's figure disappear before turning around and returning to Wenxiang Pavilion.

"Miss, it's a good thing you came back in time, otherwise you would be collecting my body now." Fennel still feels scared when she thinks about it.

When Concubine Liu and Shen Zhenzhen came with their people, Huixiang heard the noise and wanted to stop them, but she couldn't.

They seemed to be certain that Shen Muyin was not there, so they rushed in directly.

Fennel was tied up.

If Shen Muyin had not appeared in Wenxiang Pavilion the next moment, the second house would have definitely interrogated Huixiang.

The people in the second house are never merciful, so one can imagine what will happen to Fennel.

"It's okay. I'm safe and sound." Shen Muyin comforted Fennel.

Yes, fortunately she came back at the right time, otherwise Fennel died because of her in the previous life, and the same thing happened in this life, she would never forgive herself.

"Go prepare some food. This kind of thing won't happen again." Shen Muyin assured.

"I'm glad you're okay. I'll prepare it right away." Huixiang nodded, turned around and ran out of the Wenxiang Pavilion.

Only Dong Jin and Shen Muyin were left in the room.

Dong Jin met Shen Muyin's eyes, less honest than before, and more clever: "I am here to protect Miss Shen in the Shen Mansion under the order of His Highness. Miss Shen can tell me if I have anything to do, and I promise to complete it."

This Dong Jin has a completely new face, completely different from the one he saw in Lixianglou.

It is impossible for a slave to be proficient in dancing and have profound martial arts skills. But her face is no less impressive than that of an actor.

Could it be...

"Miss, I am a secret guard hired by Your Highness. There is absolutely no ambiguity between me and Your Highness." Dong Jin held his chin and smiled as he saw through Shen Muyin's thoughts.

Shen Muyin: "..."

So everyone in the East Palace can read minds?

"However, I am the only female secret guard of His Highness, and His Highness takes special care of me. He always remembers me when it comes to delicious food and drinks. Even when His Highness punishes people, he is never lenient. Before, I was lazy and didn't practice well, so I was caught by His Highness. It was a terrible thing." Dong Jin started talking nonstop after he opened his mouth.

There is not much difference from ordinary girls.

Shen Muyin was silent for a moment. He couldn't tell why, but he suddenly had different thoughts about the Eastern Palace.

It seems that Donggong is not as cruel as he appears. At least he will indulge his own insolence and he is even very protective of his own shortcomings.

The people in the East Palace were respectful to him, but not afraid of him. The East Palace's changeable face was never directed at these people.

Otherwise, Dong Jin would be really miserable and how could he appear in front of him now.

But the next moment, Shen Muyin's expression changed. She calmed down and looked at Dong Jin: "How miserable is it that you offended His Highness?"