usatvline Chapter 204 Apology
Chapter 204 Apology
After Mrs. Shen said some nice words, the banquet was supposed to officially begin.
But because of what happened to Shen Jingzhen before, Shen Jingchuan said in a deep voice: "My sister Zhen fell into the water at Prince Duan's mansion before, and fortunately, the young master of the Wang family risked his life to save her. Our Shen family has always been particularly grateful."
"However, Sister Zhen was too young and was frightened at the time. She was not in her right mind, so she spoke nonsense and hurt the good intentions of the Wang family. Today, I would like to take this opportunity to personally apologize to Master Wang, Master Wang, and Madam Wang. I hope Master Wang will not blame me."
After saying this, Shen Jingchuan walked up to Master Wang and Wang Xiao, bowed with both hands, and spoke earnestly.
Although Master Wang's expression was not very good, Shen Jingchuan bowed his head and apologized in public, which showed his sincerity. Besides, he was already here, and he couldn't offend the Shen family in front of so many people.
"Lord Shen, you are too kind. It was just a piece of cake for my son to save someone. He would have saved anyone. I didn't expect Miss Shen to be so righteous and take her reputation so seriously. If I had known this, I would have reprimanded my son and told him not to act rashly."
Since Wang Taifu is the prince's teacher, naturally he has a temper.
Although he gave Shen Jingchuan face, his words were not very polite.
After all, no matter how useless his son is, he is still his. Moreover, this was done with good intentions. But Shen Jingzhen was ungrateful and even humiliated his son in public. How could he, as a father, swallow this!
Shen Jingchuan said quickly, "Please forgive me, Grand Tutor. This is my fault. Sister Zhen has returned home to worship Buddha. Now she has realized her fault and plans to apologize to Master Wang in person today."
After saying that, Shen Jingchuan looked at Qin Xuerong and said, "Let Sister Zhen come over."
Qin Xuerong clenched the handkerchief tightly in both hands, feeling extremely upset, but she also knew that this opportunity could not be missed. Zhen Jie'er was still hoping to improve her reputation through this incident.
At this moment, Shen Jingzhen was in the Treasure Garden.
She stood in front of a carved bronze mirror, looking at herself in a grey robe, looking old-fashioned, and she couldn't smile.
The hat on her head covered her long black hair completely. Not to mention the head ornaments, not even a strand of her hair could be seen. How could she be beautiful?
Even though she had put in a lot of effort and used a lot of rouge and powder, at this moment, looking at her gray self, she still couldn't help feeling timid.
How would the noble ladies in the capital look at her if she showed up like this?
How would Mrs. Feng and Brother Feng view her?
I am afraid that the rumors that have just been quelled will spread again, and she will once again become the laughing stock of the capital.
"Miss, Madam has just come to urge us to leave. It's time to set off." Chuntao lowered her head and spoke cautiously.
Zhenbao Garden was not far from the banquet venue, and just before the banquet was about to begin, Shen Jingchuan sent someone to notify everyone.
Shen Jingzhen frowned, pushed the bronze mirror away, and sat back in her chair: "I'm not going!"
Not only did she have to show up in this horrible state, but she also had to bow down to that playboy from the Wang family in public. She couldn't do it!
Nanny Wang, who came to call for help, walked to the door and happened to hear these words. Her heart tightened immediately.
"My dear aunt, this is not the time to be willful! The master has already said what he wants to say. If you don't go, I'm afraid you will be locked up in this nunnery for the rest of your life!"
Nanny Wang was really scared at this moment. Shen Jinglin had already made her anxious and overwhelmed. If Shen Jingzhen made another mistake, she could almost foresee her future.
Shen Jingzhen's eyes were filled with tears: "Mammy is someone close to my mother. Have you ever thought about how many people will laugh at me if I go out like this? How will others look at me?"
Nanny Wang quickly comforted her, "My dear young lady, think about the Empress Wu Xiao, who also became a nun. But after she returned to the palace, who would dare to look down on her?"
Nanny Wang's words calmed Shen Jingzhen down a bit.
There was a hint of determination in her tearful eyes.
Yes, Nanny Wang is right.
It's just a monk's robe, so what? She can't be trapped here for the rest of her life, she has to go out and teach that bitch Shen Shuyi a lesson!
And Brother Feng... He also has feelings for her...
He shouldn't...dislike her!
Chun Tao advised at the right time: "Miss San, you are naturally beautiful. Even wearing a monk's robe can't hide your stunning appearance. Moreover, you are the only one like this among all the noble ladies. Others' eyes will naturally fall on you at first sight. You are different from others."
Shen Jingzhen breathed a sigh of relief. Although she knew that the two of them were just saying nice things to comfort her, she still stood up and said, "Let's go."
She had been busy for more than two hours. Although she was wearing a hat, she had carefully combed her hair into an exquisite bun, put on two jade hairpins, and applied a lot of fragrant hair oil.
If she had the time to meet Brother Feng in private, she would pretend that her hat was blown off by the wind. Although her clothes were a bit plain, they were not... not too ugly...
What's more, she also put on powder and lip balm, so although it was not so bright, it did not look dull either.
Shen Jingzhen comforted herself while walking towards the front yard.
As they got closer to the banquet, Shen Jingzhen stopped behind an archway with hanging flowers, let out a light breath, and then, under the gaze of everyone, she slowly appeared with a solemn expression, holding a string of Buddhist beads in her hand.
For a moment, everyone's eyes fell on Shen Jingzhen. They saw that the girl who was delicate and impetuous not long ago was now much calmer, with a quiet temperament and steady steps.
Shen Jingzhen's throat tightened, and she faced everyone's gaze, remembering Qin Xuerong's instructions firmly.
She had to maintain this state in front of everyone to make people believe that she was different from before and had reflected on her mistakes.
"A daughter greets her grandmother, father, and mother..."
Shen Jingzhen first bowed and greeted the group. Shen Jingchuan said in a deep voice: "You have been reflecting on your mistakes and worshipping Buddha in recent days. Since you have realized that your words were inappropriate, your father would like to take this opportunity for you to apologize to Prince Wang in public."
"Yes." Shen Jingzhen spoke obediently, and the tips of her fingers holding the Buddhist beads turned a little white.
She raised her eyes and walked towards the men's seat, subconsciously glancing at the other seats.
With just one glance, she saw where Feng Bochang was, and she could also sense that his gaze, like everyone else's, was on her.
Shen Jingzhen's throat tightened, her breathing was slightly choked, and her face became even hotter.
He...he really came...
Although she was delighted, she did not dare to look up at that moment. She felt like her heart was about to jump out of her throat. She felt both humiliated and embarrassed.
In a moment, she had reached Shen Jingchuan's side.
Tutor Wang and Wang Xiao looked at her coldly without saying a word.
Shen Jingzhen forced herself to collect her thoughts, clasped her fingertips into her palms, and bowed to Wang Xiao despite the amusement and mocking gazes.
She forced herself to suppress the trembling in her voice, and said in a tight voice: "Luckily, Master Wang risked his life to save me that day, but Jingzhen was frightened and didn't know the whole story, so she misunderstood Master Wang's kindness. Today Jingzhen personally apologizes to you, and I hope Master Wang will forgive her."