In my past life, I was buried alive! Reborn, I'll overturn the capital.

Chapter 6 The King of Qin's Gift

"What's going on with this Prime Minister's residence? Why are they siding with that adopted daughter instead of pampering their proper daughter?"

"Did you see how shabby Jiang Qingyue is? Back in the day, the Prime Minister's wife was a noble lady from a prominent family in the capital. How come her daughter is living like this!"

"Indeed, the madam's family were founding heroes. After the madam passed away, the Song family moved away from the capital to guard the frontier. We've heard rumors that the Song family is returning to the capital. If they find out that their granddaughter is being treated so badly in the Prime Minister's residence, they certainly won't let it go easily."

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Jiang An listened, his face turning bright red, and just then, a loud voice came from afar: "The Prince of Qin has sent a congratulatory gift for Miss Jiang!"

The air seemed to freeze for a moment.

What followed was an even more chaotic riot than before.

"Did I hear that right? Was it the legendary, invincible, ruthless Prince Qin?"

"When did he return to Beijing? How come we haven't heard a thing!"

"My God, Jiang Chuchu, a fake heiress, is really living a very prestigious life!"

"Enough with the talk, hurry up and go greet them!"

With the King of Qin backing her up, so what if she's a fake heiress? Everyone looked at Jiang Qingyue with pity.

However, *** couldn't help but frown.

My underling abandoned me and plunged into the underworld, disappearing for years without a trace. How come he's suddenly back? And why is he backing up this imposter?

Jiang Qingyue was equally surprised.

So the reason he left before she could even thank him was because he needed to prepare a congratulatory gift for Jiang Chuchu?

Just as she felt a tightness in her chest, Qin Congyu, who was beside her, suddenly tugged at her hand.

"In that case, you may come with me to the front hall and see what excitement is there."

Jiang Qingyue was stunned for only a moment before replying, "Okay."

Inside the front hall, the servants of the King of Qin were waiting.

Jiang An and his entourage straightened their clothes, their previous dejected demeanor replaced by a spirited air as they stepped forward. "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I never expected that Your Highness would remember my daughter's birthday. I am truly flattered!"

That smug attitude was truly enviable.

"Chuchu, I never expected you to know His Highness Prince Qin! He's a legendary figure! What does he look like? Is he the infamous, fierce demon he's portrayed as?"

Some people couldn't help but move closer to Jiang Chuchu, their natural demeanor as if nothing had happened in the backyard, and they pretended to be intimate with her again.

Jiang Chuchu smiled politely, "No, it's just a rumor. The King of Qin is a very kind person. He must have heard about what happened to me and came here specifically to support me!"

In truth, she had never met the King of Qin, nor did she know that he would come to give her gifts. Naturally, she was both surprised and delighted, assuming that the King of Qin was visiting the Prime Minister's residence because of her father, and thus unknowingly accepted the flattery from others.

Jiang An coughed, his eyes brimming with barely concealed amusement. He had no idea why the Prince of Qin would suddenly appear; he was simply thinking that this man had truly given him face, allowing him to maintain his prestige even in his old age. He was overjoyed and couldn't wait for everyone to know how much the Prince of Qin valued his daughter.

"A Hetian jade pendant inlaid with a purple lotus shape, twenty bolts of Jiangnan silk cloth, a pair of South China Sea luminous pearls..."

As the announcers announced the names one by one, the previously calm expressions in everyone's eyes gradually turned fervent.

The value and quantity of these gifts far surpassed those of the most prestigious noble ladies in the capital.

"Chuchu, it seems your reputation has even reached the King of Qin! It seems the King of Qin must have feelings for you."

"That's right. Over the years, the King of Qin has kept a low profile and never sent any congratulatory gifts, let alone such expensive ones!"

Jiang Chuchu blushed and waved her hand, displaying her girlish demeanor, "Don't talk nonsense, is this the kind of thing you can just say?"

But Jiang Chuchu's hesitant demeanor made everyone assume it was tacit agreement, and they all understood without saying a word.

A group of people stepped forward to flatter Jiang An, and soon the area around *** and Jiang Qingyue became deserted, forming a stark contrast to the lively atmosphere around Jiang Chuchu.

"Someone is shameless enough to stay here. If it were me, I would have slunk away long ago."

"What good is a real heiress? Chu Chu has climbed up to the King of Qin."

"The position of Princess Qin is still vacant, if..."

Despite the harsh sarcasm from those around her, Jiang Qingyue remained calm, as if the people were not discussing her at all.

The reason for the gift was suspicious; Jiang Qingyue couldn't help but feel that something was wrong.

"Don't talk to my sister like that, she's already very upset." Jiang Chuchu then played the good guy again. "Sister, I don't blame you for bullying me before. As long as you apologize on the spot and apologize to Father and Mother for your recklessness, I can put in a good word for you with the King of Qin. Otherwise, I can't help you!"

"Yes, Qingyue, we don't expect you to learn from Chuchu. You should look for the reasons within yourself if people don't like you, instead of blaming others."

Originally, the Prime Minister really wanted to make amends to you, but you've been wearing down his patience. Madam Lu continued to play the peacemaker, trying to smooth things over.

Jiang An was about to say something, but seeing Qin Congyu's warning and fierce gaze, he silently shrank back.

"What a show! The whole family is clinging to a fake, while they completely ignore their own child." Qin Congyu thought she had seen all sorts of people, but this family was a real eye-opener for her. "Perfect, from now on you will live with me. Let's see who dares to bully you then."

Just as Qin Congyu was about to leave with Jiang Qingyue, a sharp voice rang out, "The King of Qin has arrived!"