SFS Chapter 206 Invitation
Chapter 206 Invitation
After hearing this reasoning, Song Jinwan pondered for a moment and thought the method was feasible.
"Now is a critical moment. If we do this to show our filial piety, it should also make my elder brother more respected in front of our father."
Fearing that Song Jinwan would disagree, Xie Yunqi quickly added, "Our Hong'er's one-month celebration is a small matter; helping our imperial brother achieve his great cause is the most important thing!"
"alright."
Song Jinwan finally relented and agreed to the matter, "But the full moon banquet is suddenly scheduled for tomorrow. Is it too late to start preparing now?"
"You don't need to worry about that!"
Xie Yunqi quickly replied, "Leave this to me. I'll make sure Hong'er's full moon celebration is a grand affair!"
After saying this, Xie Yunqi immediately got up and went out, and hurriedly began to order people to prepare invitations. Although the main goal was to distract Song Jinglan, in order not to let Song Jinglan notice anything unusual, the invitations were sent to all the important figures in the capital, just like a normal full moon banquet.
As for Prince Ning, Song Yunming's portion, it was personally delivered by Xie Yunqi.
A full moon celebration?
Song Yunming's words were filled with barely concealed anger as he threw the invitation in his hand at Xie Yunqi's face. "We're in dire straits right now, and you still have the mind to hold some ridiculous full-month celebration for your son? Do you really think you can escape unscathed after I suffer this?!"
Xie Yunqi was not angry at all in the face of such humiliation, but quickly explained his plan to him.
"Your Highness, please do not be anxious. I am aware of the current situation. This full moon banquet is just a pretext to capture Jiang Yuyue."
Hearing this, Song Yunming finally showed some interest and patiently said, "Tell me in detail."
“These past few days, I’ve practically turned the entire capital upside down in search of Jiang Yuyue, but I still can’t find her. However, after some discussion, I think she might be hiding in the Prince Jing’s residence. If that’s the case, it won’t be easy for us to snatch her from Song Jinglan.”
Xie Yunqi observed his expression and then continued, "But if Hong'er is holding a full moon banquet, then as an elder, he naturally has no reason to refuse. And Jiang Yuyue's relationship with him must be clandestine. He will definitely keep her at the mansion. So, if we take advantage of this opportunity to bring people in, wouldn't we be able to easily take down Jiang Yuyue?"
"As long as Jiang Yuyue is in our hands, His Highness will have more control over his actions. If Song Jinglan really cares about that bitch, he will definitely have more considerations in his actions."
This plan suddenly made Song Yunming see the light. Based on the way Song Jinglan had shown himself to protect Jiang Yuyue that day, once Jiang Yuyue was captured, Song Jinglan would not dare to be so arrogant anymore!
"Your brain has finally come to its own for once."
Song Yunming glanced down at him condescendingly, "In that case, I will arrange for people to be taken down as soon as Song Jinglan arrives at the Princess's residence!"
Seeing that Song Yunming had agreed to the proposal, Xie Yunqi finally breathed a sigh of relief, but his thoughts were different from Song Yunming's.
As soon as they catch Jiang Yuyue, he will definitely take that bitch's life immediately!
Otherwise, if she were to reveal that he was infertile, he would die a horrible death at the hands of Song Jinwan before Song Jinglan even killed him!
……
Soon, all the princes and nobles in the capital received invitations from Princess Huajin's residence that day, especially the Jingwang residence, which received the invitations immediately.
Song Jinglan had just suffered a great deal of anger at Jiang Yuyue when she returned to find Steward Li looking worried about an invitation.
"His Highness is back?"
Manager Li looked up when he heard the noise, and Song Jinglan naturally noticed the object in his hand as well. "What is this?"
"Your Highness, this is an invitation from Princess Huajin's residence. Tomorrow is the full moon celebration for Princess Huajin's son, Song Honglin. They sent a copy to you as well, saying that you are invited to attend."
This explanation made Song Jinglan frown slightly. After all, everyone in the capital knew that he, Song Jinglan, had never liked these social interactions, so most people were tactful enough not to send invitations to his residence—because they knew that he, Song Jinglan, would not go.
But this invitation is quite unusual, especially since it was sent from Song Jinwan's residence. She clearly knows that her imperial brother and Song Jinglan are sworn enemies, yet she still invited him like this?
"Don't go."
Song Jinglan coldly refused.
He never liked getting involved in trouble, and since it was a matter concerning Song Jinwan's household, he was even less inclined to get involved.
"This time, Your Highness, I'm afraid you really can't refuse so easily."
Steward Li explained, "Song Honglin's baby was supposed to be a few days away from his full-month celebration, but Princess Huajin wanted to bring good luck to His Majesty so that his health could improve quickly. That's why we're holding this celebration ahead of schedule. If Your Highness doesn't attend, people might gossip."
These words made Song Jinglan's expression turn even colder. Under normal circumstances, he would not care about such rumors, but now is a time of tension on all sides. If someone finds any fault with him, they will use it as an excuse. If that happens, things will probably not go well.
Song Jinwan's actions must also represent Song Yunming's intentions. It seems that tomorrow's full moon banquet is likely a trap.
"If a simple celebration could cure a dying person, then everyone in the world would live forever."
Song Jinglan, well aware of their intentions, sneered, "Since they are so determined to make me come here, then I will see what they are planning tomorrow."
……
Early the next morning, the entrance to Princess Huajin's residence was packed with people. The full moon banquet was held ahead of schedule, and since Song Jinwan was still in her postpartum period, Xie Yunqi was at the entrance welcoming and greeting the guests.
At least the full moon banquet was ostensibly for bringing good fortune to the emperor, so almost everyone who received an invitation attended, fearing they would be accused of disrespect.
Song Yunming naturally arrived at the princess's residence early. His men were keeping watch at the entrance, but it was almost noon and the main character of this scene still hadn't appeared.
Xie Yunqi, who was greeting guests at the door, was naturally aware of this, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead. If they were to make a move against Jiang Yuyue, then this full moon banquet would be the best opportunity to lure Song Jinglan away. But if he refused to take the challenge, then all their plans for today would have been in vain!
Just as Song Yunming was getting impatient, a notification finally came from the gate of Princess Huajin's residence.
"Prince Jing has arrived—"
Upon hearing this, everyone's gaze turned to the doorway.