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"Hehe, thank you Crown Prince for your kind intentions. "However, I suddenly don't want to go anymore. It's better to stay in the Prince's Mansion and study hard!"

What a joke, if she really agreed to the crown prince's request, then she would definitely make a trip to the Imperial Palace tomorrow.

If he stayed too close with her, even if she did not have that intention, she would still become the center of attention. With no more peace, she could not help but feel a chill down her spine thinking about such a life.

"Even though the weather is warm now, the chill is still oppressing. Your body is weak, and you're even wearing such thin clothes. Do you want me to stay in the Prince's Mansion and not be distracted?"

Jun Mohan took off his purple marten cloak and tied it around her as if no one was around, looking extremely similar to a couple who had been together for dozens of years.

Hearing that, Bai Zhixi was stunned, she could not help but pinch herself, was this really a dream? This black man was actually so gentle and kind, she felt that this world was too mystical.

"Let's go, today the emperor has ordered me and the Crown Prince to receive the foreign ministers, but they aren't willing to stay anywhere, so they have to come to the palace to play chess with me. Now, the princess of Northern Frontier has also come. I haven't received the lady before, so I'll leave everything to you. "

Jun Mo Xie pulled her towards the pavilion while he arranged things for her.

"Sigh, I am only an apprentice staying at the Prince's Mansion. How can I entertain a princess like you?"

Bai Zhixi originally wanted to shake off her hand with all his might, but after trying a few times to no avail, he decided to give up.

If that princess had a personality as unpredictable as the empress dowager's, and was a princess of another country without a common tongue, she'd definitely die if she angered her on the spur of the moment. She'd never see the sun tomorrow again.

"From now on, you are the mistress of the palace. As long as you help me welcome a good customer, your tuition will be refunded and I'll give you an extra portion of money, how about it? "

Seeing her extremely reluctant expression, Jun Mohan could only bear with it and threw her a silver olive branch. As expected, after Bai Zhixi heard his request, she didn't hesitate anymore and shot him a look before pulling him forward.

Dongfang Chen, who was walking behind, looked at everything with his hands behind his back. His pitch-black eyes looked at the distant figure in front of him.

The corner of his mouth curled up in self-mockery. Did he really think that he would make him give up just like that? They were underestimating him.

Whoever wins or loses, just wait and see!

What do you mean you don't know how to greet the princess? However, their marriage was not something that they could choose from the ancient times. It all depended on the means by which they could escape from the repeated bestowal marriages.

When he was almost to the pavilion, Bai Zhixi suddenly stopped in his tracks. He suddenly recalled that the words Jun Mohan had said just now, were actually taking advantage of him.

Just as she was about to turn around and leave, she saw the corner of Jun Mohan's lips growing longer, as he spat out the words "silver taels". He looked at her with a smile, and was sure that she would stay behind for sure.

However, reality proved that she did love money more than her reputation.

"Xi Er, let me introduce you. This is the Crown Prince of Southern Frontier — — Nangong Xuan, Northern Frontier Princess — — Northern Chuchu Rou, and this is the fifth prince of Xi Liang — — Mo Feiling. You have long seen other things, so I won't say too much."

Bai Zhixi looked at Nangong Xuan who was welcoming her with a smile, wasn't this the man who hugged her just now?

He did not expect that it would actually be the Southern Frontier Prince. Looking at his eyes, he had a sense of déjà vu. Very quickly, she reacted and bowed towards Nangong Xuan. With a gentle smile, the pavilion's scenery instantly lost all color.

She turned her head to look at the Beitang Rou who was wearing a white cloak and saluted. The moment she got up, she glanced at her face which was covered with pimples under the veil. Suddenly, a pair of eyes that were as gentle as water greeted her, scaring her so much that she hurriedly stood up and respectfully stood to the side, waiting for them to order her around.

"Miss Bai, why are you standing? Come, sit down and drink tea together."

The originally extremely depressing atmosphere became less awkward with Mo Feiling's words.

Northern Chuchu was standing in the pavilion, feeding the goldfishes nonstop. Since Jun Mohan had dragged her here, he had played chess with Dongfang Chen and the others, and in that moment, no one could compare to her. She was the only one who sat there foolishly, not daring to make any movements, otherwise it would be awkward.

From time to time, she would cast a dissatisfied gaze at Jun Mohan, causing everyone to look at her in unison.

"Xi Er, if you feel bored, you can accompany the princess for a walk. Appreciating flowers and reading poems are more suitable for you girls!"

As she sat there bored and bored, Jun Mohan suddenly appeared like that life-saving straw of hers, pulling her out of her deep abyss of suffering. If she didn't understand his personality, she would have thought that he was purposely messing with her.

"Alright, I'll be going then!"

After saluting to the crowd, he dragged Bei Churou away hurriedly, afraid that they would go back on their word if they were one step too late.

"Miss Bai, shall I go with you?"

She was too focused on walking forward, and didn't expect a female voice to block her path. She suppressed the fury in her heart, which country's princess was she from?

Yan'er is here! "Come in quickly, it's chilly outside, which is extremely unfavorable for women."

Dongfang Hao, who was still playing chess, quickly walked out, passed Bai Zhixi and the others, and quickly supported Shangguan Jingyan into the pavilion.

It was known to the world that the eighth prince's mother was someone from the Shangguan family, as well as the emperor's four imperial concubines — Shangguan Wan'er, the emperor's most beloved concubine, and also his most talented and affectionate beauty.

Even though Dongfang Hao's name was not known to all, she had always been fond of her own cousin. Perhaps it was because of the power of the Shangguan family, or perhaps they really had feelings, and only he himself knew.

Shangguan Jingyan was also about to receive her coming of age ceremony, who knew what she would choose.

"This humble daughter Shangguan Jingyan will participate in the Crown Prince, Crown Prince Xuan, Prince Ling, Eighth Prince, Princess Rou, and Prince Mo."

After she finished bowing, she smiled gently at Bai Zhixi.

Bai Zhixi looked at the girl in front of him. She was wearing an elegant orchid flower gown embroidered with golden clouds, a yellow ancient pattern butterfly shaped water skirt, and a green light peony veil. She wore an orchid hairpin, and her face was as charming as the moon. Her eyes were filled with hope, and it was a sight that would captivate anyone who saw it.

He was standing motionlessly in the pavilion, giving off the aura of a talented girl.

Although they were both noble girls, Bai Zhixi and her were completely different, no wonder Jun Mohan kept saying that she didn't have the appearance of a noble girl, she had no choice but to admit it.

"Miss Bai, may I go with you to admire the flowers?"

Shangguan Jingyan looked at the beautiful woman in front of him, and could not help but like her.

There were countless girls who had interacted with her since she was young, but in their eyes, there were only calculations. Only Bai Zhixi's eyes were as clean as the spring water in a mountain, and also as beautiful as the lotus flowers in summer, coming out unscathed. She wanted to be her friend that could talk to her about everything.

"Alright, only with more people will it be interesting."

She picked up the two beauties one on the left and one on the right, walking forward, but she could clearly feel Bei Xiuran's body stiffen.

He then gave her a gentle smile. The smile at the corner of his mouth infected everyone present, making them feel as if they were infatuated with him. For a long time, they were unable to recall his smile.

"Your Highness, there is no one else present, so you don't have to be so formal. We are also women, so we do not care about these things. Do you want to take off your cloak? "

Right now, the sun was at its peak, the winter sun was always comfortable. She was wearing a cape, making Bai Zhixi feel uncomfortable looking at her.

"It's nothing. I've been used to it all these years."

A trace of helplessness was revealed on her lips. She raised her head and looked into the distance with her dark eyes, not saying a word.

Hearing her words, Bai Zhixi did not pursue the matter further, but silently accompanied her.

In this world, there were very few people who were happy. Everyone had their own story, and she only felt that she had fallen in love with this princess, wanting to help her forget the troubles in her heart.

"Princess Rou, there are no perfect things in this world. There are always things that don't work out well in life, don't mind them. "My mother said that you must live a carefree life, don't waste your time."

Shangguan Jingyan stood under the fiery red Plum Blossom Tree, her voice was clear and pleasant like a skylark, and her words were reasonable.

What about the moon? What about humans?

"Thank you. "You don't have to be so formal. You just have to call me Rou Er when there are no outsiders. I don't like those complicated etiquette."

Bei Chushou pulled their hands and said softly. Since she was young, she had grown up by herself. The northern border was covered in snow all year round. It was difficult to predict what would happen in this place, and it seemed to be even colder than the snow.

She was already used to the cold nature of a person and was already on guard against Bai Zhixi and the others, but that was also her greatest limit.

"Yes, Rou'er. In the future, if you are unhappy, as long as you need it, I will be your harbor. "

For some reason, she felt that the cloaked girl in front of her had a secret hidden from her eyes, a secret that made her want to walk into her heart and protect her.

Again, she thought, she was in the habit of meddling in other people's business.

"Alright!"

The three girls smiled at each other as if they were sisters that had not seen each other for many years. Their words were endless and they cherished each other in their hearts.

When Mo Feiling and the rest heard the young lady's bell-like laughter, they immediately stood up and raised their heads to look at her.

Under the fiery red Plum Blossom Tree, there were three beautiful silhouettes that looked like a beautiful scenery. Under the illumination of the sunlight, there was a trace of mysteriousness.

Only Jun Mohan was still sitting on the low chair, casually sipping his tea, his eyes unperturbed. The ice-cold gongzi that the world had bestowed upon him was not bad after all. He was an ice-cold person at all times.

Beneath the Plum Blossom Tree, there was a lively discussion with an ancient feel to it. But right now, Bai Zhixi's face was bitter, he was dragged here by Jun Mohan since the morning, and he did not enter anything. His stomach was growling with hunger. Since the princess was here and he couldn't leave, he could only bear with it.

"Xi Er, are you alright?!"

As if he saw through her abnormality, Shangguan Jingyan pulled her ice-cold hand and asked softly.

"It's nothing, I'm just thinking that there's no point in just admiring the plum. Why don't we roast it? This way, if you can drink wine and write poems, and even admire plums, why not? "

This would not only solve her hunger problem, but also increase everyone's feelings. Wasn't the Emperor letting these young people stay together just for the sake of getting married?

After writing down what was required for the barbecue on the table, she indicated for Lan Yi and the rest to go and prepare the ingredients that she needed. She told Shangguan Jingyan to call Dongfang Chen and the others over and pulled Bei Chu Rou over to the kitchen.

Today, she was going to show off her culinary skills and let the world view her deep-rooted foolish transformation. Perhaps, this would be a good opportunity.