The hero's gender is yet to be determined after rebirth.

The female guard quickly ran over to obey orders.

"Go and find out if Lorenwei is still talking to Father and Mother."

Kurala wanted to see if Lorenwei would be more affectionate when she reappeared in front of her.

"I'll show them how affectionate we are! Let them know what an engaged couple looks like, hmph!" Kurara thought smugly.

Siluf watched Kurara's expression change rapidly, from a bellyful of resentment and grievance to smug satisfaction, and couldn't help but wonder. There must be something I don't know that's related to Lorenvi, otherwise she wouldn't be so cheerful at the mere mention of Lorenvi.

The three women continued walking.

Kurara was preoccupied with repaying the favor, Siluf was lost in thought, while only Melan wandered around carefree.

"This grass is edible; you can mix it into steamed buns, but you can't eat too much of it, as it's said to cause diarrhea," Meilan said, pointing to a clump of wild grass. She added to herself, "I've eaten quite a bit out of curiosity, and it didn't cause me diarrhea."

This child suffered a lot when he was young. Kurara looked at Meilan tenderly, her earlier frustration subsiding considerably.

“That flower can be sold for money. It has a fragrance, and it’s said that noblewomen use it to soak in their bathwater.” Meilan looked a little hesitant, as if she wanted to pick some.

Sylph gently squeezed one of Melanie's hands and subtly led her to continue shopping.

However, Meilan continued to scan the flowers and plants in the Percy Palace with the same eyes she used to admire the food.

Soon, the female guard trotted back to report to Her Highness the Princess.

"She went to the treasure vault?" Kurara asked in surprise.

She knew that this treasure vault must refer to the outer vault, not the private inner vault.

“Yes, I asked the palace guards, and they said that Miss Lorenve went there with the King’s decree of reward.” The female guard knelt on one knee and reported, “In addition, when I was verifying this matter, Miss Lorenve was also inquiring about where Miss Kurara was.”

"She's asking about me..." Kurara waved for the female guard to leave.

She recalled the engagement, and then thought about Lorenve's trip to the treasure vault... her face quickly turned red.

"You've finally taken it to heart, you little rascal, at least you know there should be something for an engagement." Kurara's lips curled up, and she practically floated as she walked.

"Let Lorenve into the treasure vault? That's like letting a wolf into a flock of sheep!" Siruf kindly reminded her.

"Take it, let her take it." Kurara was still floating, not knowing what to say.

As long as she can choose a ring she likes, nothing else matters! After all, the treasure trove of the Kingdom of Percy will eventually belong to them anyway…

"..." Something was wrong. Sylph couldn't believe such a big thing had happened, but her instinct to become the rightful wife told her that something was very wrong.

Kurara was imagining an engagement ring, Sylph was full of doubts, and Melanie was wondering if the flowers and plants were edible. The three of them, each lost in their own thoughts, walked around most of the palace.

"Hey, you're here!" Lorenwei's voice came from afar.

Kula jumped back in fright, turned around abruptly, and blushed bright red.

"Hmm?" Siruf saw it all.

Could it be that Lorenve had flirted with her earlier? Had she been groping her? Otherwise, how could she explain this shy expression? But there were other people in the hall at the time, so Lorenve shouldn't have had a chance to do anything to her... Sylph couldn't figure it out.

Kurara blushed and dared not look at Lorenwei, but just as Lorenwei was about to run to her side, she suddenly turned around and slowly said with her red lips parted: "You've come."

At this moment, whether it was Lorenwei, Sylph, or even Melanie and the female guards in the distance, they all couldn't help but squint their eyes.

Kurara, already stunningly beautiful with her dazzling blonde hair, now seemed to transform into a gentle and virtuous wife, beautiful, elegant, and dignified, as if she had suddenly radiated a blinding light—she was too dazzling.

Lorenwei was stunned for a moment before she came to her senses and laughed, "Kulala, you're so beautiful I can't open my eyes."

"Don't say mushy things in public," Kurara said gently, her long eyelashes drooping. "Say it when we're alone..."

"Hiss—" Sylph gasped. The usually shy Kurara, though often jealous, had never shown such an attitude in public before.

Lorenwei smiled and said, "Sure. By the way, where in your main city of Posey are the biggest, most expensive, and most luxurious shops? I'd like to go buy some things."

Kurara paused for a moment, then quickly scolded, "Fool, isn't the treasure vault enough for you to choose from? Why do you have to go over there?"

"Haha, just take me there, I guarantee you'll be pleasantly surprised!"

"Idiot, how can I go about something like this? You go by yourself..." Kurara stamped her foot, the words of refusal just coming out, but she quickly changed her mind and said, "...you'll easily get ripped off by the shopkeepers, I'll go with you."

She glanced at Sylph and Melanie, then changed her mind. If she didn't go with them, they would definitely go, and might even try to stop her.

The engagement ring—we can't afford any unexpected problems! Kurara thought shyly.

Chapter 208 Engagement Ring?! Kurara was dizzy with happiness, while Sylph felt weak all over.

"If we're talking about the best shops in the new city, then it has to be..." Kurala was about to proudly introduce them when she suddenly paused.

Lorenwei asked urgently, "Which one?"

“My housekeeper and maids usually buy me whatever I need, and I don’t like gold or silver jewelry.” Kurara said awkwardly, “So I don’t know…”

“The housekeeper should know,” Lorenwei suggested.

“That makes sense.” Kurara quickly had someone summon the housekeeper.

"Your Highness has finally remembered me!" The housekeeper practically burst into tears.

In previous years, Her Highness was like a child inseparable from her mother, always pulling her along wherever she went. This year, after going to the academy, even after only a few days of separation, she seemed to have grown up like a fledgling eagle spreading its wings, no longer needing her. The housekeeper felt a pang of sadness.

"The best shops?" The housekeeper thought for a moment, then said confidently, "I'll take you there."

Lorenwei and the others changed into more ordinary clothes. Especially Lorenwei—she couldn't possibly go out in a maid outfit, could she?

The carriage used for the outing also had the royal insignia removed, indicating that they were traveling incognito.

"We need to keep a low profile, don't flaunt our wealth, and don't show that we want to buy anything," Lorenwei reminded her in the car.

"Are you trying to save money?" Siruf asked.

Lorenwei shared her buying experience: "Of course, when buying high-end items with unclear prices, never show that you absolutely must buy them. First, ask around about the items nearby, pretending to casually ask what you want. This way, it's easier to get a reasonable price."

"Isn't it a bit much trouble?" Meilan said. "No matter the asking price, cut it in half!"

Lorenwei laughed and said, "That's one trick, but we should save money where we can!"

“I don’t mind the price as long as it’s from you,” Kurara whispered to Lorenwei.

"Oh, you don't mind? No, I do mind. Poor quality is unacceptable."

Kurara smiled but didn't reply. "It's enough that you have this thought in your heart," she thought happily.

Sylph glanced at the two of them sideways, then squeezed closer to Lorenvie.

"The shop isn't far, it's just ahead."

"Although this shop sells expensive items, they are of high quality," the housekeeper said as she helped the princess out of the carriage. "The shop opened in the Kingdom of Percy when I was young. Many nobles shop here; it's a well-established shop."

Compared to other affordable shops on the street, this shop is indeed very large, but there aren't many customers; it's almost entirely staff. It seems like it's the kind of business that can survive for three years after opening.

The shop assistant's eyes lit up when he saw the carriage, knowing a big customer had arrived. He was about to go forward to greet him when he saw the housekeeper get off first, and he was momentarily stunned.

She's a high-class waitress! The head waiter had excellent eyesight and immediately recognized that the female butler was no ordinary person.

The middle-aged woman helping someone out of the car was dressed in an exquisite outfit with a gold silk lining, which naturally proved that the master was of extraordinary status.

Furthermore, there were several tall, imposing horses behind them, clearly guards. The horses were not only well-groomed and healthy, but also extremely well-trained; they didn't even snort when they stopped.

This is an absolutely super-rich family!

He tugged at a shop assistant beside him: "Go and ask the boss!"

Soon, as Lorenwei and the others entered the shop, the shop owner came running out from the back.

The shop owner was a middle-aged man in his forties with a curled mustache.

"Welcome, distinguished strangers and guests, to my humble establishment." The shop owner greeted them with a broad smile.

"Oh no, we've been exposed." Siluf glanced at Kurara.

"Just go ahead and buy it, I'll take care of everything." Kurala didn't mind at all.

She, Lorenwei, didn't have much money, perhaps that was her true situation, Kurara pondered. Lorenwei had a lot of Academy Coins, but only within the Academy. If Lorenwei got a discount, Kurara would use her own savings to make up the difference.

"Please come in, esteemed guests." The shopkeeper began to introduce the goods with great enthusiasm. "Our shop has recently received a batch of silk, as well as the finest crystals and top-quality magic crystals. We also have exotic spices and silks from Laiya, which we believe will all meet the requirements of our distinguished guests."

This shop was a complete department store, and Lorenwei could tell at a glance that everything was top-quality. After all, as a hero, she had seen and experienced much, and possessed the aesthetic sense and knowledge of another world.

Meilan stared wide-eyed, looking around furtively.

"I...I'll go sit down for a bit first." Kurara glanced at the jewelry counter and couldn't help but feel a little shy, so she hid in the rest area.

Curious about Kurara's behavior, Sylph simply sat down and drank tea with her.

Lorenwei and Meilan began selecting items in the store.

The shop owner stood by him with a solicitous expression.

Seeing his attitude, Lorenwei was a little disappointed. It wasn't that he looked down on her, but rather that he overestimated her and her group.

Shop owner, if you don't look down on people, how can I pretend to be weak and take advantage of others?

How can the traditional plot of the protagonist encountering a disdainful dog while shopping still happen?

In reality, how could seasoned merchants who have been in the business world for so many years possibly misjudge people? With just a quick glance, they can tell a person's worth and spending power from their appearance and demeanor. The so-called case of merchants looking down on people is extremely rare.

Lorenwei casually picked up an item and asked, "Shopkeeper, how much is this?"

"Honorable guest, this will cost six gold coins." The shopkeeper's face was full of smiles.

"Wow! That's too expensive!" Meilan exclaimed.

"Rest assured, esteemed customer, this price is fair and honest. It may be 10% more expensive than other shops, but the quality is absolutely guaranteed." The shop owner replied with a calm smile, "I can tell you are discerning customers, so I would never dare to cheat you. The same item could be cheaper, but the quality would definitely not be as good as this one."

Usually, when this is said, high-class guests will nod in satisfaction, showing an attitude that they appreciate good quality and are willing to pay a high price.

Unexpectedly, Lorenwei rolled her eyes and said, "I don't have much money, I only want the cheap stuff."

The shop owner was taken aback, then looked Lorenwei up and down. She looked like a noble lady or a girl with great power behind her.

A group of women who dared to walk into my shop after leaving home—how could they possibly be ordinary, penniless people?!

If I had no power or influence, I'd be kidnapped just for my looks, taken home and subjected to all sorts of treatments, from one side to the other... *cough cough*, I'm a legitimate businessman, *cough cough*, the shopkeeper coughed lightly to clear the images from his mind, and said seriously again, "Well then, since you look like me, esteemed guest... like the most beautiful woman I can imagine in my dreams, I'll give you a 10% discount!"

The shop owner wanted to say she looked like my relative's daughter, but felt that even my relative couldn't match that level of beauty. Forget it, stop talking nonsense.

"Shopkeeper, are you being indecent?" Lorenwei seized the opportunity and looked at the shopkeeper with disdain.

The shop owner was startled: "Ahem, you must be joking."

"Haha, just kidding, I just wanted a discount. You don't even have price tags here. For example, if I like this, what's the price?" Lorenwei laughed.