At this time, Xiang Zhu came in quietly and whispered, "Madam, dinner is ready."

Lu Yundi nodded and stood up: "Then let's go eat. How about letting Li Li and Yin Li arrange dinner for today?"

Jiang Lili and Jiang Yinli smiled at each other, both thought it was a good idea, and followed Lu Yundi out together.

The next day, when paying respects, Lu Yundi discovered that Jiang Lili had put powder on her face.

Jiang Lili explained: "Mother, I didn't sleep well last night. If I went into the palace looking haggard, I was afraid that Princess Ning Yi would dislike me, so I dressed up."

Hearing this, Lu Yundi frowned slightly, and a trace of barely perceptible worry flashed in her eyes. She sighed softly and said slowly: "Li Li, why are you doing this? Princess Ning Yi is so noble, but she is not as healthy as you. If this makeup affects your health, it will be more trouble than it is worth."

Jiang Lili smiled slightly and tried to comfort her mother: "Don't worry, mother. I know what to do. It's just that there were many things to do in the palace yesterday, and Princess Ning Yi happened to be unwell, so I had to be more careful to avoid making mistakes."

Lu Yundi looked at her daughter with both worry and pride in her heart. She knew that Jiang Lili had been smart and clever since she was young, and was loved by the emperor and Princess Ningyi. However, this love also put her under a lot of pressure.

"Then do you still want to go to the palace today?" Lu Yundi asked.

Jiang Lili nodded: "Yes, mother. Princess Ning Yi specifically told me yesterday that we should go to the Imperial Garden to appreciate the flowers today. If I don't go, I'm afraid it will cause dissatisfaction to the princess."

Lu Yundi pondered for a moment and said, "Okay, if that's the case, then go ahead. But remember to take good care of yourself and don't overwork yourself."

Jiang Lili responded softly and turned to leave. At this time, her younger sister Jiang Zihan came in and saw Jiang Lili, and her eyes widened: "Sister, what's wrong with your face?"

Jiang Lili smiled and explained, "Ruoruo, I didn't sleep well last night, so I dressed up a little. Don't worry, it will be fine in a few days."

Jiang Zihan looked at her sister with a worried look on her face and said, "Sister, you must not neglect your health just to enter the palace. Mother is right, your health is the most important thing."

Jiang Lili gently patted her sister's hand and said softly, "Don't worry, Zihan. I understand."

As they were talking, the housekeeper of the Zhenxing Marquisate came in and said, "Madam, someone has come from the palace and said that they were sent by Princess Ningyi to take Miss Jiang into the palace."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly and said, "I understand. You go and make the arrangements. Li Li, get ready and let them go."

Jiang Lili responded, turned back to her room, and began to fix her makeup. Lu Yundi looked at her daughter's busy back and couldn't help but feel deeply moved.

After Jiang Lili entered the palace, Lu Yundi and Jiang Ruoruo sat in the living room and chatted.

"Mother, is my sister living well in the palace?" Jiang Zihan asked.

Lu Yundi smiled slightly and said, "Li Li behaved very well in the palace and was deeply favored by Princess Ning Yi. However, behind this favor, she also endured a lot of pressure."

Jiang Zihan sighed and said, "Yes, my sister has been smart since she was a child. We all love her very much. We just hope that she can live happily in the palace."

As they were talking, Zhenxing Hou came back. Seeing his wife and daughter, he couldn't help but smile and said, "Why is it so quiet today?"

Lu Yundi said: "Li Li has entered the palace, Zi Han and I are chatting here."

Marquis Zhenxing nodded and said, "Li Li is in the palace. You should take better care of her. After all, she is alone there, with no one to rely on."

Lu Yundi sighed softly and said, "I know, that's why I asked her to take better care of her health."

Zhenxing Hou looked at his wife with a hint of gratitude in his eyes. He knew that Lu Yundi had paid a lot for his daughter.

Jiang Lili's life in the palace was not easy. She had to deal with Princess Ning Yi's nitpicking and take care of her own health. Lu Yundi also kept an eye on her daughter at home. Whenever someone came to the palace, she would carefully inquire about Jiang Lili's situation.

That day, Jiang Lili came back from the palace, and Lu Yundi immediately went to greet her. She looked at her daughter's tired face and felt distressed.

"Li Li, are you okay?" Lu Yundi asked.

Jiang Lili smiled slightly and said, "Mother, I'm fine. It's just that there have been so many things going on in the palace these days that I'm a little tired."

Lu Yundi gently patted his daughter's shoulder and said, "That's good. Remember, always take good care of yourself."

Jiang Lili nodded and said, "I know, mother."

During this time, Jiang Lili and Princess Ningyi gradually became close. They enjoyed flowers, drank tea, and talked about poetry and songs together. Princess Ningyi admired Jiang Lili's talent and character, and their friendship became deeper.

......

"Look, how difficult it is for Lu Yundi to be a stepmother. Just because of Jiang Yinyi's noise, Jiang Zihan no longer dares to play with her brother Jiang Yinyi." In Yu's room, Ye Wanxue looked at Jiang Yinyi playing with the maids in the yard, her heart filled with bitterness.

A trace of sadness flashed across Ye Wanxue's eyes. She sighed softly, turned to Yu and said, "Madam, look at this child. He just wants some family affection, but we..."

Yu nodded slightly, her eyes revealing deep helplessness. She gently stroked Ye Wanxue's hand and said slowly: "I know, I know you feel bad. But this is also a helpless act. We are all for the good of this family."

In the yard, Jiang Yinyi laughed crisply. He chased the maids, stopping from time to time and looking at Ye Wanxue expectantly. Ye Wanxue forced a smile and waved her hand gently, signaling him to continue playing.

"Mother, why are you so worried?" A gentle voice came from outside the door. It was Zhenxing Hou Jiang Jilian.

Jiang Jilian walked into the room and looked at Yu and Ye Wanxue, frowning slightly. He walked to Ye Wanxue and said softly, "Xue'er, you've worked hard."

Ye Wanxue smiled slightly and shook her head gently: "My Lord, it is my honor to be able to contribute to this family."

Jiang Jilian sighed and turned to Mrs. Yu: "Mother, do you think we should find an opportunity to let Zi Han and Yin Yi get closer?"

Yu hesitated for a moment, and a hint of determination flashed in her eyes: "Since you said so, let's give it a try."

Jiang Jilian nodded and turned to Ye Wanxue: "Xue'er, what do you think?"

Ye Wanxue smiled slightly: "I think this is a good opportunity. But we must first do a good job on Zi Han and let her understand the importance of family affection."

Jiang Jilian looked at Ye Wanxue with appreciation: "You are right. Thank you for your help, Xue'er."

Ye Wanxue began to closely observe Jiang Zihan's movements. She found that although Jiang Zihan no longer played with Jiang Yinyi, there was always a trace of desire in her eyes.

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