NOVPUBFor the first time, Shen Roujia felt it was unfair for the original owner.
The original owner did so much for Xiao Sinian from beginning to end, and he never knew.
“She… my entanglements back then were not intentional.”
Xiao Sinian was stunned. “What?”
Shen Roujia sighed deeply.
At first, she couldn’t understand why the original owner, who liked Xiao Sinian so much and was so smart, suddenly agreed to marry the sickly Crown Prince.
Not only did Xiao Sinian not know, but even her closest brother didn’t know about her meticulous plans.
Until… Shen Roujia discovered that final letter hidden in the jade fish bone box. Only then did she understand everything.
From the beginning, the original owner had deep feelings for Xiao Sinian.
She was very cautious because Xiao Sinian had a special status, and the Shen family was rising. She didn’t dare put her brother in a difficult position, nor did she dare to attach herself to Xiao Sinian rashly.
Just half a year ago, the original owner saw a secret letter in the study.
It was full of Xiao Sinian’s crimes and his complicated background.
The original owner was initially shocked, but then she began her secret plans.
She staked all her reputation, spreading rumors about her close relationship with Xiao Sinian.
She created all kinds of scandalous ambiguities just to fabricate a tragic love story between Xiao Sinian and the Second Miss of the Shen family.
In reality, the original owner was more clear-headed than anyone, and she had already decided to be a pawn.
Because no one knew Xiao Sinian’s ambitions better than she did.
Sure enough, the Emperor targeted Shen Roujia.
The original owner successfully made everyone believe she was Xiao Sinian’s weakness.
The only one kept in the dark was the person involved.
The Emperor wanted to take back military power from Xiao Sinian.
Those baseless accusations were too flimsy to be effective.
So, the original owner approached the Bai family and set her sights on Xu Zening.
Everyone has a price, as long as the benefit is big enough.
The Bai family suggested that the Emperor exchange a woman for military power. If Xiao Sinian made a mistake before the expedition, the Emperor could justifiably take back the military power.
The biggest mistake could only be related to ethics.
They all believed Xiao Sinian was impulsive and reckless, so they hastily arranged for Shen Roujia to marry into the Eastern Palace.
The anticipated bride kidnapping didn’t happen.
The drama of an uncle and nephew fighting over a woman didn’t happen either.
Because… Xiao Sinian never loved Shen Roujia.
It was all just a one-sided play by this woman.
But with her alone, she managed to involve everyone.
Shen Roujia delayed time, drawing all attention to herself.
She avoided unnecessary complications, giving the Emperor no chance to use various means to influence the expedition.
She also gave Xiao Sinian enough time to regroup, so when he returned victorious, he would still be the most prominent war god.
She made no posthumous plans for herself and even protected the Shen family well.
Because she walked into the Eastern Palace with a heart set on death…
Shen Roujia snapped out of her memories and smiled brightly.
“Forget it, it’s all in the past.”
Although Xiao Sinian was puzzled, he didn’t press the matter. He changed the subject to the Hidden Pavilion.
“If you’ve truly decided, we can proceed with the handover of the Hidden Pavilion anytime.”
Shen Roujia curled her lips. “No time like the present, let’s do it now.”
Shen Roujia’s sudden words not only left Xiao Sinian stunned but also made Gu Zhi pause. 𝓷ℴ𝓋𝓅𝓊𝒷.𝒸𝓸𝓶
“Jiao Jiao…”
