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"Please, Your Highness!"

Meanwhile, in another elegant courtyard of the Liu residence, Liu Chang's mother was humbly leading the county magistrate.

"Princess, this is your room!" Madam Liu pushed open the small door of the room with a sweet smile, and then said to the princess as if presenting a treasure, "All the furnishings in this room are made by my son! I only hope that the princess will feel at home!"

Princess Ji'an slowly walked into the house, looked around, but because her back was to Liu's mother, the other party did not notice the dissatisfaction in her eyes.

Originally, the house was alright; it was barely habitable for the county princess.

But when she heard that Liu Chang had arranged it himself, she felt inexplicably uncomfortable.

Having just experienced the assassination attempt, Princess Ji'an was beginning to question her relationship with Liu Chang.

The actions of Liu Chang's family right now practically scream "I want to curry favor with you!"

"My favorite glass cup, a bottle, a hand warmer... does he still remember them after all this time?" The Princess of Ji'an, who was slightly dissatisfied, happened to see several items on the coffee table in front of her. After walking over and taking a closer look, she couldn't help but be stunned.

These were indeed things she used to like, but that was during her teenage years, and she had long forgotten them over the years.

At this moment, a thought suddenly popped into the mind of the county magistrate of Ji'an: Could it be that Liu Chang's thinking is still stuck in the past few years and he has no ambition at all?

However, Liu's mother, who was standing behind the Princess of Ji'an, thought that the things her son had carefully prepared had come in handy to please the princess, so she quickly added, "These curtains were also specially chosen by Zishu for the princess!"

"Zishu has memorized all of the county princess's preferences!"

However, that's how people are; when they're immersed in the fantasy of love, everything seems beautiful!

However, once they realize that the other person's intentions are not so pure, they feel that all these behaviors are malicious!

At this point, the Princess of Ji'an had already grown distant from Liu Chang. Now, seeing Liu's mother being so attentive, she was even more certain that the Liu family's grand hospitality had ulterior motives.

And Liu Chang actually cooperated with his parents in such an affected manner, which was indeed very different from the Zishu he remembered!

"Was this also chosen by Zishu?" Thinking of this, Princess Ji'an frowned and asked when she saw the golden jade ruyi placed next to her.

"Zishu's father thought that the items he had chosen were elegant but lacked nobility, so he personally added a few more..." Upon hearing this, Liu's mother thought that the ornaments that her husband had personally brought had won the favor of the county princess, and she quickly asked for credit.

"Withdraw it!" But before she could finish speaking, the Princess of Ji'an waved her sleeve, interrupting her.

All of her current actions are a testament to the county princess's correctness. The Liu family's current hospitality towards her is not due to her past acquaintance with Liu Chang, but rather to the power of her father, Prince Ning.

Princess Ji'an, who had come to see Liu Chang with pure feelings, was now extremely agitated, because she was now quite certain that she had been completely used!

The county princess's maid, who had served her for many years, could tell from her mistress's expression that she was unhappy. She immediately turned to Madam Liu and said, "Madam Liu! This jade pillow on the couch, though precious, is too cold and hard! The county princess usually uses a medicinal pillow!"

"The brocade quilt on the couch is too thin!"

"The county princess's fragrant skin and jade-like body can only be slept on an extremely soft couch!"

Upon hearing the county princess's personal maid rattle off a list of her sins, Liu's mother was immediately terrified and quickly turned around to bow and apologize to the county princess.

"Your Highness! Zishu is unfamiliar with bedroom items, so I took it upon myself to make the decision. I never imagined such a mistake would occur. I beg Your Highness's forgiveness!"

"I will have someone change it immediately!"

Seeing Liu's mother so terrified, and the Princess of Ji'an making no comment, her personal maid immediately understood and quickly scolded Liu's mother again.

"Although it is late spring in the Eastern Capital, the chill has not yet dissipated!"

"The curtains in this room are thick, blocking out all the sunlight!"

"The county princess, being of noble birth, was already quite exhausted from the journey, and the flower banquet had also been frightening."

"How can anyone live in such a cold and damp house!"

At this moment, Liu's mother realized that the Princess of Ji'an, who had remained silent all along, was dissatisfied with everything about the room, and she was so frightened that she immediately knelt down and begged for forgiveness.

"Please forgive me, Your Highness, it was my oversight!"

"My son has specially prepared jasmine pearl soup to relieve fatigue and warm the spirit for you."

"Please, Your Highness, move to the smaller hall for a drink!"

"Please wait a moment, and I will arrange a better room for you!"

Seeing Liu's mother's servile and timid appearance, Princess Ji'an felt even more disdain! She had previously harbored some fantasies about her beloved Liu Chang, but now even that last bit of hope had been worn away by his powerful parents!

Just by looking at the character of Liu Shen and his wife, you can tell what kind of person Liu Chang is at heart!

“No need to trouble you, Madam!” Princess Ji’an curled her lip and glanced at Liu’s mother, who was kneeling on the ground, with disdain. “I know all the regulations for the residence of a fifth-rank official.”

"Please move me to the courtyard next to the Marquis of Jining!"

"I heard he chose a quiet courtyard, which is perfect since I also like peace and quiet!"

After saying that, the Princess of Ji'an ignored Liu's mother and picked up the hand warmer on her own.

"Yes, yes, yes, I will arrange it right away!" Mother Liu nodded repeatedly, after all, the county princess had personally spoken, and she dared not disobey.

……

"Wasn't the county princess's room already prepared? What's all the fuss about?" After seeing off the guests, Liu Chang returned to the mansion and saw a group of servants carrying large and small bags of things. He stopped one of the maids and asked.

"My lord, the county princess was not satisfied with the courtyard that had been prepared in advance, so she asked to change to another one!" Of course, the maid dared not deceive Liu Chang and told the truth directly.

"Not satisfied?" Liu Chang frowned upon hearing this; this outcome was completely unexpected.

However, judging from the direction everyone was carrying their things, Liu Chang already knew which courtyard the county princess had chosen!

Behind the central courtyard are three quiet courtyards side by side. The one on the far left is where his wife He Weifang, whom he does not want to see, lives. The one in the middle has been temporarily arranged for Lord Gu, who prefers quiet, to house his wives and concubines. That leaves the one on the far right empty!

Could it be that the county princess really moved there?

At this moment, Liu Chang recalled the look of admiration, gratitude, and a touch of envy that Princess Ji'an had given Wei Tingyu after the assassination attempt at the banquet, which made him feel extremely uncomfortable.

The county princess is making a special move there; could it be that she wants to live next door to Wei Tingyu? If that's the case, do I still have a chance?

Thinking of this, Liu Chang realized something was wrong and quickly followed them into the courtyard.

When he passed by He Weifang's courtyard, he saw Yulu, the maid, standing alone at the door of the house, while the main house in the courtyard was closed and He Weifang was nowhere to be seen.

Liu Chang frowned, feeling something was off, and instinctively wanted to go in and see what was going on.

But just as he took that first step, he remembered that there was something more important at hand: to get on the county princess's good side!

As for what happened in He Weifang's courtyard, he has no time to care right now!

Thinking of this, Liu Chang glanced at Yu Lu's direction again with a puzzled look, then pursed his lips and walked straight towards the new courtyard chosen by the county princess.

Yu Lu, who was standing at the door watching over the gate, saw Liu Chang approaching from a distance and her face turned pale with fright.

After all, their young lady was inside with the Marquis!

Although we don't know how far they've progressed, the scene must have been incredibly exciting!

Fortunately, Liu Chang suddenly turned around and left when he was in front of the courtyard gate, which made the girl breathe a heavy sigh of relief. She was so glad that her heart hadn't jumped out of her throat.

"Have the Marquis and Miss finished?" Yu Lu's curiosity was piqued again, and she even leaned against the door and pressed her ear against the crack to try and hear what was happening inside.

However, her hearing wasn't very sensitive; she frowned and listened for a long time but couldn't hear anything.

……

"My lord..." At this moment, the passion in the room had subsided, and He Weifang was lying on Wei Tingyu's chest with a dazed look on her face, letting his large hand gently embrace her fragrant shoulder.

She murmured his name softly, as if only in this way could she feel safe.

At the same time, her long, straight, jet-black hair cascaded over Wei Tingyu's shoulders, and the ticklish sensation brought him great pleasure.

"Only today do I truly understand what it's like to be a woman!" He Weifang blinked, then looked up at Wei Tingyu's profile. His resolute features captivated her, and she couldn't help but pour out her heart.

"You'll only get happier every day if you follow me!" Wei Tingyu smiled faintly, then lowered his head and stroked He Weifang's jet-black hair. The feel of it was truly amazing!

However, Wei Tingyu believes that the other party's statement that he only realized what it's like to be a woman today was not an exaggeration or a way to please her!

Although this wasn't the first time the two had a deep conversation, He Weifang had only given in to her last time after being half-heartedly resisting.

Unlike today's willing process, He Weifang was truly and completely devoted to the relationship.

"I just don't know if Madam and my two sisters will be willing to accept me?" However, He Weifang thought of another very important thing. Although she now knew that Dou Zhao and the other two women had very good personalities and liked her quite a bit.

But right now, 953 has secretly slept with the Marquis again, which would make anyone angry if they knew!

"Don't worry!" Wei Tingyu said casually, gently patting He Weifang's back to soothe her nervousness, "They were begging me to save you from the Liu family's hellhole!"

"Huh?" He Weifang was stunned. Could such a thing really exist?

However, when she thought about the three women's enthusiastic attitude towards her at the flower banquet, she felt that what the Marquis said might be true.

Although I don't understand why, I am absolutely moved!

“Zhao’er also lost her mother at a young age and came from a merchant family. When she married into the Marquis’s mansion, many people said she was marrying above her station!” However, after seeing the somewhat puzzled look in He Weifang’s eyes, Wei Tingyu directly explained, “Fortunately, she has pulled through now! So she understands your situation!”

"So that's how it is!" He Weifang immediately looked relieved upon hearing this.

No wonder Dou Zhao was so affectionate towards me before; she must have seen a reflection of her past in me.

"But Madam is luckier than me!" He Weifang said with a sigh, her heart filled with emotion. "She was able to marry the Marquis directly! Unlike me, she didn't have to suffer such torment and abuse from her husband's family!"

"That's why they asked me to rescue you from this hellhole!" Wei Tingyu smiled and gently kissed He Weifang's smooth forehead again, then cupped her slightly flushed face and said, "After things are settled here, you'll come back to the capital with me, and I promise you won't suffer anymore!"

"Mmm!" For the first time in her life, He Weifang had found her pillar of support! Now, after hearing Wei Tingyu's assurance, she was completely relieved, nodded heavily, and even happily hugged Wei Tingyu's face and kissed him a few times.

"I know that Madam and my two elder sisters have been very good to me!" Of course, He Weifang also had to make a statement to reassure Wei Tingyu, so she quickly said, "After I enter the manor, I will definitely get along well with Madam and my two elder sisters, and I will never make things difficult for the Marquis!"

"You're older than Susu and Zhangru, so why do you call them 'elder sister'?" Wei Tingyu nodded in satisfaction after hearing He Weifang's statement, but then asked with interest.

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