Today was the day of the banquet hosted by Shangshu Du Chenting. The palace was decorated with lanterns and was bustling with activity. Many dignitaries and celebrities came to congratulate, exchange greetings, and cheers continued.

Du Chenting sat in the main seat, smiling broadly, chatting with the guests. His daughter Du Yunsheng and sister Du Yuwei stood aside, smiling broadly and welcoming the distinguished guests.

Du Yunsheng was wearing a gorgeous purple dress, with a graceful demeanor and beautiful eyes. She looked at the guests, but she couldn't help but think of her husband, Prince Jing, who was far away at the border. She frowned slightly, a little worried.

Du Yuwei was wearing a pink dress, looking cute and lovely. She looked at her sister's expression and knew what she was thinking. She gently pulled Du Yunsheng's sleeve and whispered to comfort her:

"Sister, today is father's birthday, don't worry too much. Prince Jing is fighting outside, and he will definitely return safely."

Du Yunsheng smiled slightly when she heard this, and nodded to her sister to express her gratitude. She turned around, faced the guests, and smiled again.

At this time, a guest walked up to Du Yunsheng and said, "Princess Jing, congratulations. I heard that Prince Jing has made great contributions at the border and the reputation of Western Wei has spread far and wide. It is really an honor for us."

Du Yunsheng smiled slightly and responded: "Thank you for the compliment. It is an honor for our whole family that Prince Jing can serve the Western Wei."

At this time, Du Chenting came over, patted Du Yunsheng on the shoulder, and said: "Yunsheng, you are getting more and more aware of the overall situation. I am proud of you."

Du Yunsheng smiled shyly and said, "Father, you are overpraising me. I am just doing my best."

Halfway through the banquet, Du Yuwei quietly pulled Du Yunsheng's sleeve, signaling her to go out for a while. Du Yunsheng understood and followed her sister to the back garden.

The night was dim and the back garden was quiet and silent. Du Yuwei looked at her sister and asked with concern: "Sister, are you okay?"

Du Yunsheng smiled slightly and said, "Sister, I'm fine. I'm just a little worried about Prince Jing."

Du Yuwei sighed and said, "Sister, I know you are worried, but we have to believe in Prince Jing. He will definitely return safely."

Du Chenting came over, looked at his two daughters, and said, "What are you whispering about here?"

Du Yuwei smiled mischievously and said, "Father, we are talking about my sister's worries."

Du Chenting smiled and said, "Yun Sheng, if you have anything on your mind, just tell your father."

Du Yunsheng looked at his father, feeling a little hesitant.

It was not appropriate to tell her father about Prince Jing's affairs, so as not to worry him. But seeing her father's concerned look, she couldn't help but tell him.

"Father, I'm worried that something unexpected might happen while Prince Jing is fighting outside."

Du Chenting's face turned serious when he heard this. He looked at Du Yunsheng and comforted him, "Yunsheng, don't worry. Prince Jing is a brave general of the Western Wei Dynasty. He will definitely return safely. Moreover, there are so many warriors at the border of the Western Wei Dynasty. They will protect Prince Jing."

Du Yunsheng felt a little comforted after hearing his father's words.

……

Du Yuwei was furious and said angrily: "Shut up, my sister is the real Princess Jing!"

Du Yunsheng frowned slightly, patted his sister's hand gently, and said softly: "Yuwei, don't be angry, they are just jealous of our sisterly love, so they said such things. We don't have to bother with them."

Du Yuwei snorted, still looking at the whispering people with some reluctance. She turned her head and looked at her sister, her eyes full of worry: "Sister, do you really not mind them making up stories about you like this?"

Du Yunsheng smiled, her eyes revealing a hint of indifference: "Why should I mind? Status and position are ultimately empty. As long as we sisters are united, we can overcome any difficulties."

At this time, the housekeeper of the Shangshu Mansion hurried in and bowed, saying, "Princess, there is a distinguished guest outside who wants to see you. He said he has something important to discuss."

Du Yunsheng was slightly stunned, then ordered the housekeeper: "Please ask him to come in."

Soon, a young man in gorgeous clothes came in. He had a heroic look in his eyes, which attracted people's attention. This man was the current emperor's younger brother, Prince Dun.

When Prince Dun saw Du Yunsheng, he smiled and said, "Princess Jing, long time no see. I didn't expect to meet you here again."

Du Yunsheng smiled slightly and said, "Your Highness Prince Dun, it's been a long time since we last met. What brings me to your humble abode today? What can I do for you?"

Prince Dun smiled and said, "It's nothing, actually. It's just that the court has been busy these days, so I would like to ask Princess Jing for some advice on how to manage the palace."

Du Yuwei widened her eyes and looked at Prince Dun in disbelief.

Prince Dun has always had a good impression of my sister. He came to visit me today specially, but I'm afraid he has other intentions.

Du Yunsheng understood it in his heart, but pretended not to know, and smiled and said: "Your Highness, you are too kind. How dare I talk about my experience. However, if Your Highness has any questions, I will answer them with all my heart."

Prince Dun nodded and said, "Then I'll have to trouble Princess Du."

During the conversation, Du Yuwei discovered that Prince Dun's eyes were always on her sister, with undisguised admiration and love in his eyes.

After the meeting, Prince Dun stood up and said goodbye. Du Yuwei saw him off. When she came back, she looked at her sister and couldn't help asking, "Sister, what do you think of Prince Dun?"

Du Yunsheng smiled gently and said, "His Royal Highness Prince Dun is very talented. He is indeed a talent. However, he is a member of the royal family after all, so it is better for us to keep our distance."

Du Yuwei nodded, but secretly felt sorry for her sister.

……

Unexpectedly, halfway through the journey, Du Yunsheng and Du Yuwei were suddenly surrounded by a group of people.

Du Yunsheng frowned slightly, his eyes were as cold as ice, and he glanced coldly at the group of people who suddenly appeared.

They were dressed in black and had gloomy faces, and it was obvious that they were not friendly. Du Yuwei was terrified and grabbed Du Yunsheng's sleeve tightly.

"Who are you? Why are you blocking our way?" Du Yunsheng asked in a deep voice, with unquestionable majesty in his tone.

A leader stepped out from the crowd of people in black. He chuckled, with a cunning look in his eyes: "Princess Jing, my master wants to see you. If you know what's best for you, come with us."

Du Yunsheng's pretty face sank, and she was about to refuse, but Du Yuwei suddenly spoke with a trembling voice: "Sister, we... let's go. I don't know what their purpose is. If we confront them head-on, it will be disadvantageous to us."

Du Yunsheng hesitated for a moment and nodded.

It is indeed unwise to confront head-on at this time. It is better to find out the other party's background first.

When the men in black saw Du Yunsheng agreed, they all smiled grimly and surrounded Du Yunsheng and Du Yuwei as they walked towards the Shangshu Mansion.

Along the way, Du Yuwei nervously held Du Yunsheng's hand, while Du Yunsheng looked calm and determined. She secretly vowed in her heart that she would protect her sister no matter what.

Soon, the group arrived at the back garden of the Shangshu Mansion.

There are pavilions, towers, birds singing and flowers blooming in the garden, a peaceful and beautiful scene. However, under this peaceful appearance, there is a conspiracy hidden.

The man in black brought Du Yunsheng and Du Yuwei to an octagonal pavilion, where a middle-aged man was sitting. He was dressed in fine clothes, had a handsome face and an elegant temperament. This man was the owner of the Shangshu Mansion, Chao Xingzhi.

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