Chapter 54: Chapter 50: In the End, It Was a Misplaced Devotion

Shen Jingxian really couldn’t take it anymore.

After the juice incident, there was yet another overturned dish incident!

Although this time Song Yan also dodged it, Shen Jingxian really didn’t want to live in such perpetual anxiety.

This was her birthday; she wanted to be happy, okay?!!

She needed to find a chance to escape from beside Song Yan.

Meanwhile, Song Yan was still discreetly checking if the Little Princess had been splashed with the overturned soup, not realizing that this pretty little person was already considering how to get away from her.

Shen Jingxian was constantly keeping an eye on her surroundings, and when Wen Ranchen also “accidentally” dropped his chopsticks on the ground, Shen Jingxian finally had her chance.

She dashed to the head seat and said to the Emperor and Empress, “Father, Mother, I want to go accompany Brother Ranchen. He can’t see, and there’s no one he knows around him. He might be scared.”

The Emperor and Empress glanced at Wen Ranchen, whose face at this moment was somewhat forlorn, his unfocused eyes staring off somewhere, lightly pressing his lips looking so pitiable.

Over the past four years, Wen Ranchen was raised in Yi Fen Palace, obedient and sensible, having a good relationship with the Emperor and Empress. Seeing him like this indeed made them feel a bit sorry for him.

Moreover, Wen Ranchen’s talent was undeniable, letting the Princess be around him more wouldn’t be harmful.

“Go on, go, always inseparable from your Brother Ranchen.”

Shen Jingxian chuckled, “Then I shall go over now!”

Song Yan felt somewhat lost when she saw that the Princess, having spoken to the Emperor and Empress, did not return to her side.

His Highness clearly said he liked her just moments earlier.

Watching Shen Jingxian sit next to Wen Ranchen, Song Yan couldn’t help but wonder if the Princess liked Wen Ranchen more than herself.

But this also made sense. In school, Wen Ranchen was the only one allowed near the Princess, and now, with his eyesight being inconvenient, the Little Princess took great care of him.

Song Yan knew she shouldn’t be jealous.

Wen Ranchen was the one who made her last moments dignified in her past life; she shouldn’t have any ill feelings toward him.

But for some reason, seeing the Little Princess sitting beside Wen Ranchen and smiling so joyfully, brought her an inexplicable discomfort.

Perhaps, words said by children are easily forgotten.

How could she take a child’s words seriously?

Perhaps she was overthinking it. Encountering a bit of warmth made her want to keep it by her side forever. This wasn’t like her.

Song Yan took a sip of White Ai Juice to calm down, reminding herself that this was not the time to be expecting such things.

However, the juice the Princess picked for her was really delicious.

Shen Jingxian rushed to Wen Ranchen’s side, and before even sitting down, Wen Ranchen’s previously forlorn expression turned into a radiant smile toward her.

Shen Jingxian couldn’t help but ask, “Brother Ranchen, did you pretend to be pitiful just to make me come over and keep you company!”

Originally expecting Wen Ranchen to deny it, she was surprised that this initially handsome young boy nodded seriously and said, “Your Highness already knows, so why did you still come over?”

Shen Jingxian was speechless.

Young man, talking like this will make you lose me!

Shen Jingxian replied in mock annoyance, “Why do you think I came over!”

Wen Ranchen laughed, “Perhaps it’s because the wish I made came true.”

“What wish?”

“The Jade Pendant I gave to the Princess today can grant wishes. Just now I wished that the Princess would come over and keep me company.”

These words were said skillfully.

First, he reminded Shen Jingxian that he had only just given her a priceless Jade Pendant today.

Second, he subtly hinted at the promise Shen Jingxian initially made to him.

“Brother Ranchen, don’t be afraid. I will come to keep you company at the banquet soon.”

Shen • Playgirl • Jingxian at this moment finally remembered the matter she had forgotten.

You see, Wen Ranchen, let me explain. I didn’t mean it. It’s just that Song Yan was too demanding!

The words lingered on Shen Jingxian’s lips but were eventually swallowed back down.

Experience taught her that at such times, it was best not to make excuses; admitting one’s mistake was the way to go.

“Brother Ranchen, I was wrong! But Sister Song Yan accidentally wore the same clothes as me. If I didn’t help her, something bad would’ve definitely happened.”

Wen Ranchen nodded, yet his expression remained unchanged, “Your Highness is always kind-hearted, not only helping Song Yan, but also that Dancing Man.”

“Huh?”

“Your Highness, was the dance earlier enjoyable?”

Upon hearing Wen Ranchen’s question, Shen Jingxian didn’t understand why she suddenly felt a bit guilty, not that she knew why she should feel so.

“It was, it was quite good…”

“To have Your Highness enjoy it is their good fortune; if only Ranchen could do the same, that would please Your Highness.”

Shen Jingxian: Huh? You’re acting strange?

Wen Ranchen, snap out of it!! You’re supposed to be the male lead!! Your goal is the stars and the sea! To be cool and dominant, not learning to dance!

Shen Jingxian once again reflected on whether she had somehow raised the male lead wrong.

“Brother Ranchen, no need to worry about these things. You’re different from them. You don’t have to do anything, just seeing you makes me happy.”

Upon hearing this, Wen Ranchen finally smiled a bit, turning towards Shen Jingxian, he laughed, “Then Ranchen will take Your Highness’s words seriously.”

Shen Jingxian suddenly raised her eyes, colliding with Wen Ranchen’s smiling gaze, and for a moment, she even thought Wen Ranchen had regained his sight, but after being stunned for just a moment, she came back to her senses.

It hasn’t been five years yet, how could Wen Ranchen’s sight be restored? She must be overthinking.

“Of course! Believe in me, Brother Ranchen!”

“Okay.” Wen Ranchen’s smile was beautiful, so beautiful that Shen Jingxian temporarily forgot about the wildly charming man from earlier.

Just when she thought that would be the end of it, she heard Wen Ranchen ask, “The man whom Your Highness accepted… is he handsome?”

Shen Jingxian almost spat out her chicken soup.

What kind of question is that, let her off already!!

But when she thought about it, it seemed understandable. Wen Ranchen couldn’t see now and was likely feeling insecure, probably fearing that she would ignore him after finding someone new.

Ah, kids are really troublesome.

Shen Jingxian picked up a piece of meat, casually said, “Brother Ranchen, rest assured, in my heart you are the best!”

“The best in everything?”

“Yes, the best in everything!”

Wen Ranchen finally quieted down.

After the meal, it was time for everyone to present their gifts to the Princess.

The order of gift-giving started with the ministers and their families, ending with the Emperor and Empress.

Li Yan was a bit confused, was this the time to give gifts to the Princess? Why then did the Emperor glare at him earlier!

Emperor: Don’t try to guess what I’m thinking.

It was at this time that Shen Jingxian realized that this banquet was not simple.

Look who has come! Pan Jiaojiao! You little side character, long time no see!

Shen Jingxian didn’t recall inviting her, likely she came along with her father.

And, there was Wu You, the second male lead from the original story.

Plus, the heavy hitters!!!

Song Yan’s husband from the past life, the Princely Heir of Rong Mansion, Shen Ming, and the little schemer Song Yun!!!

The most outrageous thing was, Shen Ming and Song Yun were sitting together!!!

Shen Jingxian could already feel the malicious intent of the plot rushing towards her.

If this birthday banquet ends peacefully today, she would consider it a loss.

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