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Nangong Shuang smiled lightly, "Thank you for the reminder."
After dinner, Qian Ruyi excitedly rummaged through the gifts her sister had brought. Nangong Shuang was tidying up nearby when she suddenly heard Qian Ruyi say, "Nangong Shuang, I’m going to Xiao Mansion to admire the flowers tomorrow. Come with me."
Nangong Shuang's heart skipped a beat. "Yes, Miss."
Finally, she had a chance to get close to Xiao Mansion! She felt both excited and anxious. If she could gather information at Xiao Mansion, it would greatly aid her investigation; however, if she encountered Xiao Zhongyan, how should she respond? That was a dilemma.
Back in her room, Nangong Shuang lit a candle and began cleaning. The maid who had lived there before seemed to have left in a hurry, leaving behind quite a bit of clutter. As she meticulously organized the items, she suddenly discovered a yellowed note hidden in a drawer.
The handwriting on the note was hasty and messy: "The items are hidden in the old place. The agreement between Qian Laoye and Mr. Nangong still stands. But be cautious of the Xiao Family; they have grown suspicious. If I cannot return, remember to destroy all evidence."
Mr. Nangong? Nangong Shuang's heart raced; this mentioned the Nangong Family! Did the Qian Family have an agreement with the Nangong Family? What did that mean?
She examined the note closely and noticed some blurred words on the back: "Mei Ying secret chamber, jade pendant as key."
Nangong Shuang clenched the note tightly, her heart racing. This clearly referred to the secret chamber of Mei Ying Villa! Did the Qian Family already know about its existence? They might even know the whereabouts of the Heavenly Fragrance Life-Extending Technique!
This note was undoubtedly a significant discovery, suggesting that the Qian Family had an unknown connection with the Nangong Family. Moreover, it seemed that the Xiao Family was aware of this, indirectly confirming their involvement in the massacre of the Nangong Family.
"I must investigate further." Nangong Shuang carefully hid the note and decided to use her identity at Qian Mansion to delve deeper into the truth behind the massacre of the Nangong Family.
While she was deep in thought, she suddenly heard a faint sound outside the window. Nangong Shuang alertly extinguished the candle and pressed herself against the wall, peering through a crack in the window.
In the moonlight, a shadow darted across Xiao Mansion's garden—an agile figure—it was Xiao Zhongyan!
Nangong Shuang's heart trembled; Xiao Zhongyan was unharmed! When had he returned to the capital? What had he experienced after Mei Ying Villa?
She hesitated about whether to call out to him but saw Xiao Zhongyan stop in the garden and look up towards Qian Mansion. In the moonlight, his gaze seemed to pierce through the darkness, directly meeting where Nangong Shuang stood by the window.
Nangong Shuang instinctively took a step back and hid in the shadows. Xiao Zhongyan's gaze lingered for a moment before he turned and disappeared deeper into the garden.
"Did he recognize me?" Nangong Shuang pondered anxiously. How would Xiao Zhongyan react if he knew she was at Qian Mansion? What connection did he have with both the Qian Family and Nangong Family? All these questions loomed heavily in her mind.
The next morning, while helping Qian Ruyi get ready, Nangong Shuang couldn't help but ask, "Miss, is there any special reason for your visit to Xiao Mansion today?"
Qian Ruyi smiled and replied, "The plum blossoms of the Xiao Family have bloomed; I've heard they are exceptionally beautiful. Madam Xiao specifically invited me to enjoy them and meet Young Master Xiao."
"Xiao Gongzi?" Nangong Shuang's heart raced.
"Yes, it's Xiao Zhongyan!" Qian Ruyi's cheeks flushed slightly. "He is known as the most talented scholar in the capital. I heard he has returned from out of town; this will finally be my chance to meet him."
Nangong Shuang understood; it seemed that Qian Ruyi had quite an affection for Xiao Zhongyan. This presented a good opportunity for her to get closer to the Xiao Family.
Once they were finished getting ready, Qian Ruyi led Nangong Shuang and two other maids towards Xiao Mansion. Compared to Qian Mansion, Xiao Mansion was even more impressive—its blue bricks and green tiles, intricately carved beams and painted rafters exuded an aura of wealth befitting a prominent family.
"Miss Qian Er has arrived!" the doorman announced loudly.
The butler of Xiao Mansion respectfully greeted her, "Second Miss, Madam Xiao is waiting for you in the garden."
After passing through several courtyards, they arrived at a beautiful garden. The garden was filled with plum trees, vibrant flowers blooming everywhere, and a fragrant aroma filled the air. A dignified and elegant woman sat in a pavilion, chatting leisurely with several other noblewomen.
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