There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 366 A Marriage Deception Should Be Punished

Li Shuchen didn't even glance at Young Master Park, and continued...

"Changning unfortunately contracted smallpox, and we, as her close friends, were heartbroken. We tried everything to save her, wishing we could take her place."

If Young Master Park truly loved Changning and considered her the love of his life, he would have done everything in his power to find renowned doctors, ancient remedies, and countless other methods to treat her, instead of lingering at the princess's residence with a flower, making a scene and attracting attention.

Such actions not only do nothing to help Changning's condition, but also disturb her rest and hinder her recovery.

Young Master Park doesn't even care about Changning's life, so how could he possibly risk his life for her?

This is the third point in how Prince Park deceived the eldest princess.

"Disturbing someone's recovery is like murder!"

"I think Young Master Park is just putting on a show and doesn't care about the princess's safety at all."

"Who can argue with that? Just a selfish and petty person."

At this moment, Young Master Park's face turned a deep purplish-red. He was so angry that he disregarded all manners, stood up, pointed at Li Shuchen's head, and cursed, "I have no grudge against you, why do you insist on stopping me? I did those things because I was in a moment of desperation, and they were nothing like the despicable things you described. And you are making things difficult for me at every turn. Do you not want others to be doing better than you?"

Li Shuchen was not afraid at all. He focused his eyes and glared back directly: "Does Young Master Park think that the guests who can distinguish right from wrong, are sharp-witted and upright are fools?"

In any case, all the talented young people present were his competitors, and neither they would speak up for him out of courtesy nor reason.

She's guaranteed to win.

Sure enough, as soon as she finished speaking, some guests spoke up for her.

"Miss Li disregarded her own safety to visit her dear friend; such righteousness is known to everyone in the capital. She is by no means the narrow-minded person that Young Master Park speaks of. Young Master Park, please do not slander a good person."

Hearing the voice, Li Shuchen glanced towards the female guest and saw that it was Murong Shuxue speaking up for her. He smiled and nodded.

“We’re not stupid. All the signs Miss Li mentioned indicate that Young Master Park has no feelings for Princess Changning whatsoever and has been deceiving the Princess all along.”

"Stay away from this young master Park from now on, lest he plot against us someday."

“This young master is right.”

Princess Jiale rubbed her temples and waved her hand slightly: "You all, stand up and speak."

Li Shuchen and the others then stood up and stood aside.

"Princess Jiale, according to the laws of our dynasty, deceiving the princess and tricking a county princess into marriage is punishable by death."

Cheng Zhi'an stood firmly in the crowd, his gaze unwavering, awaiting Princess Jiale's reply.

Princess Jiale: "On Ning'er's birthday, I don't want things to look too bad, so I'll give her thirty heavy strokes as a warning to others."

"Your Highness, I am innocent! I am innocent!"

Young Master Park knelt down and begged desperately, tears and snot streaming down his face.

Two burly servants came over, grabbed Young Master Park, and quickly left the scene.

Everyone sighed with regret.

Cheng Zhi'an returned to her seat and whispered to Ruan Jingshang beside her, "Now you can rest assured."

After this disturbance, Princess Jiale ended the banquet.

Li Shuchen, lifting her skirt, ran to Cheng Zhian, beaming and patting him on the shoulder: "You truly are my good friend! The law you just mentioned is fantastic; that Young Master Park should be beheaded!"

Cheng Zhi'an looked at the smiling girl in front of him and smiled, "Brother Ruan reminded me."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen turned to Ruan Jingshang and said, "You're quite something; you always come in handy at crucial moments."

Ruan Jingshang said with a grin, "Miss Li, you flatter me."

"Shu Chen should go see Changning," Liang Yuying said, walking over, wrapping her hand around Li Shu Chen's, and pulling her away.

"Hey, Cheng Zhian, you can go back now, don't wait for me," Li Shuchen's voice drifted from afar. Cheng Zhian smiled helplessly and left with Ruan Jingshang.

The four people stepped into the house.

Princess Changning smiled when she saw the newcomer and said, "The banquet ended so quickly. My mother didn't take a fancy to those men, did she?"

Li Shuchen quickly sat down on the edge of the bed and replied, "That scoundrel who blocked your way wanted to marry you, but we ruined it. Not only that, he also got thirty lashes."

Princess Changning was delighted upon hearing this: "Serves him right, who told him to ambush me? Thank you all today."

Gu Ziying smiled and said, "There's no need for thanks between us. This is a birthday gift I prepared for you. Take a look and see if you like it."

Princess Changning accepted the exquisite and vibrant twill dress from Gu Ziying's hands, beaming with delight.

"I love it! I must wear this dress to cruise the lake next spring!"

"Perfectly, the gift I gave you matches this dress perfectly," Ye Bingli said, handing over a scarlet embroidered silk shawl.

Princess Changning was even more delighted: "Wearing the dress Ziying gave me, and paired with the shawl Bingli gave me, who could be more beautiful than me?"

"You're beautiful, you're beautiful, you're the most beautiful!" Li Shuchen laughed and echoed.

"Where's the gift you gave me? What is it?" Princess Changning blinked, looking eagerly at Li Shuchen.

Li Shuchen grinned, reached into his robes, and pulled out a camellia bracelet, slipping it onto Princess Changning's wrist. It made a "clink" sound as it touched her existing gold filigree and gemstone bracelet.

"Tsk," Li Shuchen frowned.

Princess Changning's heart tightened at the sight. "What's wrong? You're not going to take it back after you've given it away, are you? That won't do!" Startled, she quickly covered her face with her hand.

“I originally thought that silver would be discreet and wouldn’t attract attention as it was a concealed weapon. I didn’t expect that someone as wealthy as you would wear a silver bracelet, which would be out of place and arouse suspicion,” Li Shuchen said. Princess Changning covered herself even tighter after he finished speaking.

Her eyes gleamed with barely concealed delight. "Hidden weapons? How do you use them? Li Shuchen, teach me quickly!"

"Simple. Aim at the target, press this red camellia, and it will fire a highly poisonous silver needle. It's fatal upon contact with blood. There are ten needles in total. Come back to me for more when you run out."

"That's wonderful! I can kill bad guys with my own hands now!" Princess Changning touched her bracelet, her face full of anticipation.

“Shu Chen and I had the same idea, except that mine contains a sharp blade, suitable for close combat. It can be ejected by pressing this piece of jade,” Liang Yuying said, taking out an antique silver bracelet and placing it on Princess Changning’s other hand.

"I'm a little short on cash right now, and the material used is silver. I'll get you a better one when I have more money in the future."

"No problem, no problem, they make a perfect pair. One for ranged attacks, one for melee combat, two life-saving hidden weapons. Let's see who dares to plot against me," Princess Changning said, turning her wrists as if to test her skills.

Li Shuchen: "Be careful, don't hurt yourself or your people."

Princess Changning stopped, saying, "I know, I'm not an idiot. I haven't been practicing my basic skills for nothing. I really want a chance to have some real combat experience. I guarantee I can take on one opponent at a time, and kill two opponents if they come at me."

"Judging from your condition, you're much better than before; you even have the energy for fighting and killing."

Princess Jiale wore a faint smile, her complexion much better than at the banquet.

"Mother, Ning'er feels much better today, and the imperial physician says that Ning'er will recover soon."

"It's good that you're alright, it's good that you're alright," Princess Jiale suddenly cried, embracing Princess Changning.

This left everyone looking at each other, somewhat at a loss.