Chapter 2019: Miserable Fiancée vs. Prestigious Young Lady (Part 54)

Chen Mingzhu was sitting in the room of the Lady of the Marquis Mingyi.

"Mother, I have received news that the Flower King Pavilion will sell a pot of Kunshan Night Glow tomorrow," Chen Mingzhu said.

Kunshan Night Glow, a rare variety among white peonies, had not appeared in pure form in the Da Ming Dynasty for many years.

The specimen being sold by the Flower King Pavilion was observed by everyone to have a perfect flower shape and a pink-white color that looked like a pile of snow from a distance. From its appearance, it was definitely of excellent grade.

The Lady of the Marquis Mingyi said indifferently, "Kunshan Night Glow is rare, and I suppose there will be quite a few families competing with us tomorrow."

At this point, she frowned slightly.

Based on the Lady of the Marquis Mingyi’s understanding of Princess Consort An and the Old Empress Dowager, knowing that the Flower King Pavilion had a Kunshan Night Glow, Prince An’s Mansion would definitely try to acquire it.

In terms of strength, how many families in the Capital City could rival Prince An’s Mansion?

But, is it possible to squander such an opportunity to endear oneself to Prince An’s Mansion?

She looked at her daughter and said, "Today, you should go to the Flower King Pavilion and see County Princess Si Fang, to gather some information."

In her heart, she actually believed a better approach would be for her daughter to make friends with Gu Shengyin, ideally having County Princess Si Fang cultivate a peony specifically for her daughter.

However...

At this time, the Lady of the Marquis Mingyi was still unaware of the embarrassment her daughter had previously caused at the Flower King Pavilion.

These days, Prince Ping’s Mansion was busy preparing for a wedding and had momentarily forgotten to trouble the Marquis Mingyi’s Mansion.

And, naturally, Chen Mingzhu didn’t dare to tell her mother about it.

If the Lady of the Marquis Mingyi found out, she would probably be furious.

Upon hearing her mother’s words, Chen Mingzhu indeed showed a hint of difficulty on her face.

Previously, she had fallen out with the Flower King Pavilion in front of everyone; how could she now bring herself to return there?

She would rather never set foot in that place again for the rest of her life.

However, facing her mother’s gaze, Chen Mingzhu dared not say more. After responding affirmatively, she obediently got into the carriage.

Gu Shengyin was a bit surprised when she got the news that the eldest daughter of the Marquis Mingyi’s Mansion had come to see her.

Given Chen Mingzhu’s character, she actually had the nerve to put aside her pride and come to the Flower King Pavilion?

After thinking it through, she decided to have someone bring Chen Mingzhu to another guest room.

She was curious to see what Chen Mingzhu intended to do.

Chen Mingzhu casually scrutinized the surroundings.

After looking around a few times, she curled her lips slightly, hinting at a touch of contempt.

In her view, the reception area of the Flower King Pavilion was excessively simplistic.

In her understanding, simplicity equaled impoverishment.

She thought with disdain: A commoner is still a commoner; no matter how lucky they get to be granted a title, they can’t change their inherently poor nature.

Gu Shengyin had just walked in, and she happened to catch that disdainful smile on Chen Mingzhu’s face.

With a glance around, she could roughly guess what Chen Mingzhu was thinking.

This young lady was always fond of luxurious jewelry and decor, and she was likely unimpressed with this place.

However, Gu Shengyin had never intended to win Chen Mingzhu’s favor.

She asked, "What brings Miss Chen here?"

Upon hearing the voice, Chen Mingzhu reflexively looked up and felt as if her eyes had been dazzled.

Looking at the radiant and graceful beauty resembling a blooming flower before her, Chen Mingzhu’s tone carried a sharp hint of jealousy, "Are you County Princess Si Fang?"