Jiang Shu knew very well who Shen Qingrong was.
Considering their feud during the festival, Jiang Shu was actually a little surprised that she could pretend to be so respectful.
It seems that she has become smarter in the past two years, and her hard work has not been in vain.
After some greetings, the banquet began. Mrs. Lu and the officials raised their glasses and toasted Jiang Shu, while looking at Jiang Shu openly and openly.
Different from when he first arrived at the Lu Mansion in the afternoon, Jiang Shu was now dressed up, and his face was bright and dignified after applying a light application of powder.
Even though they were both women, they were also so amazed that they couldn't help but take a second look and then felt ashamed of themselves.
It would be fine if she only had beauty, but Jiang Shu was full of righteousness and ability.
Heli does business, pleads for the people, is generous and generous... no matter which list is mentioned, it is enough to shock and impress.
"It is said that I am able to drink this fruit wine thanks to Princess Jing." Lu Mingxian said respectfully with a smile.
Hearing this, the others also agreed.
Jiang Shu's experience and heroic deeds have become a legend praised by everyone.
Jiang Shu responded with a smile, calmly and with ease.
When Jiang Shu put down his wine glass and started eating, he looked at the fish in front of him and frowned subconsciously.
Shen Qingrong was shocked and regretful when she saw it: "Oh, I forgot sister-in-law... The princess doesn't like to eat fish. But this is sea fish, and the taste is different from river fish and lake fish. The princess may not like it."
Because of Shen Qingrong's words, the atmosphere in the banquet hall suddenly froze.
It's a small matter that Jiang Shu doesn't like fish, but it's a big deal that Shen Qingrong makes a mistake.
"What nonsense!" Mrs. Lu scolded quickly.
Shen Qingrong's face was full of panic, and she looked very guilty for accidentally saying the wrong thing. She apologized: "Princess, don't blame me, I just made a mistake."
Gaffe?
Jiang Shu knew what Shen Qingrong had in mind without even thinking about it. It was just an excuse to remind everyone of her past identity and embarrass her.
Staring at the panicked Shen Qingrong with apricot eyes, Jiang Shu said calmly: "It doesn't matter, as long as Mrs. Lu can shoulder the responsibility."
Take responsibility? What's the responsibility? She had already said, "Don't blame the princess," but Jiang Shu still dared to argue? Aren't you afraid of being known as a narrow-minded person?
Mrs. Lu and others were also shocked by Jiang Shu's words.
At a small scale, this matter is indeed a momentary gaffe and not worth mentioning, but at a serious scale, it is disrespectful to the princess with unbridled words.
Jiang Shu is Princess Jing who has entered the royal family. To disrespect her is to despise the imperial power!
Others didn't know about the quarrel between Jiang Shu and Shen Qingrong, but the Lu family knew it very well, and they immediately understood why Jiang Shu was acting like this.
At the same time, they also knew in their hearts that Shen Qingrong did not make a mistake, but deliberately made Jiang Shu embarrassed.
"Why don't you apologize to the princess quickly?" Mrs. Lu turned her head and glared at Shen Qingrong, stood up and apologized.
In front of everyone, Shen Qingrong's face turned red and white, feeling extremely humiliated.
But when Mrs. Lu said this, Jiang Shu had no intention of forgiving her, and no one interceded for her... Shen Qingrong had no way out, so he could only plead guilty.
"Please forgive me, Princess." Shen Qingrong knelt on the ground, lowered her head and wrung her hands tightly, feeling the mocking eyes of everyone like thorns digging into her back.
The resentment against Jiang Shu in his heart grew even more.
Identity is overwhelming. In the past, she looked down on Jiang Shu's background as a merchant's daughter, and was always arrogant without any respect. Now that Jiang Shu was carrying the identity of Princess Jing, Shen Qingrong could only bow her head no matter how unwilling she was.
The former aunts and sisters, one was sitting and the other was kneeling. Everyone in the hall watched Jiang Shu carefully, not daring to express their anger.
No one spoke up for Shen Qingrong. Firstly, they were not on good terms with each other, and secondly, they were afraid of harming themselves.
When they met Jiang Shu for the first time, everyone was unsure of her temper and did not dare to speak out rashly.
The atmosphere in the hall was silent and depressing, and Mrs. Lu's nervous palms were sweating slightly.
Lu Mingxian and Su Rou carefully observed Jiang Shu's expression, not knowing what to do.
Today's banquet is said to be a reception banquet, but in fact it is also the Lu family's feudal banquet.
All the high-ranking official family members from He'an City were here. It was supposed to be a glorious moment to be envied and congratulated, but at this moment, he was embarrassed. Madam Lu was so angry that she gritted her teeth and regretted not locking up the scourge Shen Qingrong.
Mrs. Lu was cruel and was about to ask Jiang Shu to punish Shen Qingrong when Jiang Shu spoke.
"Misfortune comes from your mouth. Mrs. Lu must be careful with her words and deeds so as not to damage the reputation of the Lu family."
Jiang Shu's words were a warning to Mrs. Lu. If Shen Qingrong made a mistake, the Lu family would also be guilty.
"Yes, remember the princess's instructions." Mrs. Lu and Shen Qingrong agreed.
Jiang Shu said neither lightly nor seriously: "Get up."
She didn't want to argue with Shen Qingrong about this mistake, but she wanted to use it to beat the Lu family.
No matter how far away they are from Shangjing, the Lu family is still a member of the Zhao family. The royal family can give the Lu family supreme honor and punish the Lu family's crimes.
Whether it is honor or failure, it all depends on the emperor's thoughts.
Sitting back on the table, Shen Qingrong felt extremely humiliated and her body could not stop trembling slightly with anger.
"The dishes are getting cold, let's eat quickly." Jiang Shu said in a soft voice, exposing the matter.
Mrs. Lu breathed a sigh of relief, smiled and invited everyone to eat.
Su Rou whispered to the maid and removed the fish in front of Jiang Shu.
"No matter how different the sea fish is, it is still a fish. If the princess doesn't like it, she will stop cooking it in the kitchen."
"Yes." The maid responded and stepped back with the fish.
Jiang Shu glanced at Su Rou, his eyes flashing slightly.
Su Rou's move was not only to show her kindness, but also to mock Shen Qingrong.
Even if you are of noble birth and don't have enough character, you still can't get on the stage and you shouldn't be embarrassed.
Shen Qingrong glared at Su Rou angrily, but did not dare to get angry.
After this commotion, the originally warm banquet became somber. Everyone ate in silence and did not dare to speak casually.
After the banquet, Mrs. Lu asked Su Rou to send Jiang Shu back to the guest house.
What happened at the banquet just now made Jiang Shu appreciate Su Rou, and he also understood that Su Rou and Shen Qingrong didn't deal with each other, so he took the initiative to chat with her.
During the conversation, Jiang Shu was surprised to learn that Su Rou was the daughter of the president of the He'an City Chamber of Commerce.
"Young madam, if you don't say anything, I will still think of you as a lady of that family."
Su Rouqian said: "The princess is full of praise."
After a pause, Su Rou added: "I take the princess as a role model in my poems. When I see her today, I respect her even more."
The enemy of an enemy is a friend, and with the same background, Su Rou intends to have a good relationship with Jiang Shu.
Jiang Shu didn't refuse, because she needed Su Rou's help.
"No wonder I like the young lady very much. That's why."
Does this mean you are willing to make friends with her?
Su Rou's mind moved, and she said warmly: "Princess, you have worked hard all the way, so you have a good rest tonight. If Princess is bored tomorrow, you can ask your maid to help me relieve my boredom."
"Then I'm afraid I'm going to disturb the young lady these days." Jiang Shu answered with a smile.
Su Ju said: "It is my honor to be able to talk to the princess."
The two of them talked and the guest house arrived soon.
"Princess, please rest early. If anything happens, just ask the maid to look for me." Su Rou advanced and retreated in a measured manner, bowed and left.
Jiang Shu looked at Su Rou's back disappearing into the night and felt that God was helping them.
For merchants, the influence of the president of the chamber of commerce can be even greater than that of officials.
This trip to Pingyang was really the right one.
The night breeze was slightly cool, and Lu Mingxian helped Mrs. Lu send off all the official family members and returned to the banquet hall.
"Pa!" Without saying a word, Mrs. Lu raised her hand and slapped Shen Qingrong.
