Guide to Failing as a Full-Level Green Tea-Chapter 15 - I Don’t Like Sweet Things

Shen Roujia let out a bitter laugh, seemingly at a loss for words. “Your Grace, you don’t know that I’ve barely seen His Highness a few times.”

Consort Shu’s eyes went wild as she grabbed Shen Roujia’s wrist fiercely. “Do you think I’m a fool? The entire capital knows about the harmony between you and your husband. What? Are you using our Bai family and then denying it?”

Shen Roujia pressed her lips tightly. “Your Grace, you’re not in a clear state. Rest well, and I’ll come to see you later.”

Consort Shu harshly flung Shen Roujia’s wrist away. “Fine, you refuse to drink the toast, so you will drink the forfeit.”

With a calculating look, Consort Shu pushed a box towards Shen Roujia. “Crown Princess, one should always leave a way out. I didn’t want to expose these scandals.”

Shen Roujia hesitated before opening the box.

Inside were neatly stacked envelopes.

Shen Roujia frowned and unfolded one, recognizing the familiar handwriting. Her eyes widened in disbelief.

These letters were written by the original Shen Roujia! And they were filled with sappy love letters to General Xiao.

What? This mess is being pinned on her?

Shen Roujia couldn’t believe it and flipped through several more, all with similar sentiments.

Consort Shu sighed lightly, “Xiao Die was indeed loyal, always thinking of His Highness.”

Shen Roujia clenched her fist under her sleeve, raising her eyes coldly. “It was you?”

She had found Xiao Die’s death suspicious but hadn’t investigated further. She hadn’t expected Consort Shu to be so ruthless under her gentle facade.

Consort Shu laughed coldly. “Scandals from the Eastern Palace must not be leaked. Xiao Die died protecting you.”

Shen Roujia finally understood what shamelessness truly meant.

“I didn’t want to marry the Crown Prince. Being a discarded wife is better than being manipulated. Your Grace, do as you please. I’m not afraid anymore.”

Shen Roujia stood firmly before Consort Shu, who snorted angrily. “You think this is bravery?”

She pointed a trembling finger at Shen Roujia. “Adultery is a grave crime. Maybe you don’t care, but your brother is a rising star, and your sister is still unmarried. Do you think you can escape unscathed?”

Shen Roujia glared at Consort Shu, her teeth clenched. She realized she was truly trapped, held by blackmail.

The Shen family had been genuinely kind to Shen Roujia. She couldn’t ruin their future out of stubbornness.

Shen Roujia stumbled and looked up at Consort Shu. “What do you want me to do?”

Shen Roujia returned to her room in a daze, ignoring everyone until dusk. Finally, she opened the door slowly.

Xiao Fu had been pacing anxiously outside. “Your Highness, are you alright?”

Shen Roujia sighed. “Tell the small kitchen to prepare some sweet soup.”

Xiao Fu quickly responded, “Yes, right away.”

Shen Roujia cleared her throat and tidied her hair before walking to the outer courtyard.

Gao Huaichang was surprised to see Shen Roujia carrying a tray of soup. “Your Highness, why are you here?”

Shen Roujia, using a sweet voice, glanced into the study with a soft demeanor.

“I always worry about His Highness being busy with state affairs during my idle time. I personally made this sweet soup. Mr. Gao, please inform him.”

Shen Roujia’s voice was just loud enough to be heard clearly inside.

A violent cough sounded from the room. “Huaichang, let her in.”

Shen Roujia smiled and walked in obediently.

Xu Zening had a blanket over his legs and a memorial in hand. When he looked up, he saw Shen Roujia’s overly sweet expression.

Strangely, her actions didn’t seem out of place on her.

“Your Highness, you must be tired. Please try the soup I made,” Shen Roujia said.

Xu Zening looked away and cleared his throat. “Rong Shuyao just left, and you’re here.”

Shen Roujia placed the bowl down, smiling faintly. “Chief Advisor Rong is a busy person.”

Xu Zening scrutinized Shen Roujia seriously. “The Bai family is indeed impatient. My fourth brother just got into trouble, and they’re pushing you to persuade me.”

Shen Roujia’s smile froze. “Your Highness, I don’t understand.”

Xu Zening put down the memorial and lifted the bowl’s lid. “Shen Roujia, I truly can’t understand you. One moment you’re one way, the next you’re another.”

Shen Roujia remained calm. “Your Highness, I know I lack talent and virtue, unlike those close to you. But I am in this position for you. The fourth prince is your brother, and I care for you, so I care for the state. Brothers share the same fate. When the fourth prince rises, he will surely repay you.”

Xu Zening laughed self-deprecatingly. “You are indeed loyal to the Bai family. Enough, leave now.”

Shen Roujia frowned. “But...”

Xu Zening put down the spoon, speaking gently. “And I don’t like sweet things.”

Xiao Fu, chatting happily with Gao Huaichang, saw her mistress storm out, clutching the soup bowl.

Xiao Fu hurried over. “What happened, Your Highness?”

Shen Roujia, feeling humiliated, handed the bowl to Xiao Fu and turned away.

Men are unreliable, she thought.

Since Xu Zening wasn’t a viable option, Shen Roujia needed to find a way to deal with the letters.

That night, Shen Roujia woke suddenly, retrieved a bundle from under her bed, and sneaked out.

Despite her good stamina, her current body was much weaker than when she practiced judo.

Shen Roujia was cautious, avoiding any risks.

As she rounded a corner, she heard whispers.

“Remember, say nothing about recent events.”

“Yes, sir.”

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