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When Chaxianyu returned to the palace, the servant girl, Xiao Man, was dozing off in front of the window. When she saw her master out of the corner of her eyes, she was startled and overjoyed. You're finally back!

I threw myself into Chaxianyu's arms and cried bitterly, I really thought you were going to leave me alone! What if the emperor finds out … Wuu wuu, wuu. Even if a small one had ten heads, it wouldn't be enough to cut them off!

Chaxianyu patted the little one's back in consolation, and quickly took off his clothes, while walking towards the bed with his hands behind his back. Didn't she say that she was only investigating the escape route today?

Are you leaving the palace tomorrow?

Yes.

Ah?! The little one was completely terrified, kneeling at Chaxianyu's feet, shaking her wrist. Princess! You said that you would leave the palace as soon as possible if you found out … Are you sure you don't want to be full? As she spoke, two streams of tears flowed down her face.

Chaxianyu sighed, supporting her up, she said warmly, it was so short.

Chaxianyu looked into Little Man's eyes and calmly said, "My mother passed away from sickness, fifteen years ago, and you've suffered following me, the direct descendant of an unfavored princess." Life in the palace is like walking on thin ice. Because of me, in this vast Profound Diao Hall, only you, a servant girl, can manage it with great effort. Even though I'm an expensive princess, royal father hasn't even seen you once …

Chaxianyu took a deep breath and closed her eyes, as though she had made her decision.

Over the years, there have been many questions lingering in my mind, and leaving the palace was my deliberate decision. I don't want to be a cripple who's been kept in the dark all his life.

Little Man was astonished. Princess...

I regard you as a sibling, so you don't have to worry about me. You're the same age as me, so it's time for you to plan for yourself. After I leave, Steward Feng will transfer you to the Fifth Princess Li Suren's residence to continue attending to you.

Chaxianyu laughed, and pretended to be relaxed. If the two of us were fated to meet, we would definitely meet again in the future.

Chaxianyu caressed the girl's back. Suddenly, the little one raised up his face, and said with a choked of sobs, That's right, Princess, Little Man just remembered that the rich overseer of the prison compound had gifted her with a hundred thousand gold today …

"What?!" Show it to me! Chaxianyu slapped her thigh, her eyes beaming, and jumped in fright, Yes! Little Man, go get it right away!

Haha … Hahahahahaha … God help me!" The entire table was covered in gold. I was thinking of a way to deal with that goblin.

Little Man's Weak Probe, Princess... Who are you calling a goblin?

Chaxianyu quickly tightened her grip on the gold bag. She was a repulsive demon who had special golden eyes that could change color and had the cheek to snatch the princess' insignia away! With that, Chaxianyu asked the little one if she knew the man's identity.

Little Man tried hard to recall, and mumbled, "Princess …" Could it be that you are referring to the pavilion master of the Persephone Pavilion, Lady Xu Hong, when you said that she had golden eyes?

Susu Pavilion? Xu Hong?

It was said that this person was extremely handsome, with golden eyes that were extremely rare in the world. He was tall, had a clever brain, was a good businessman, and could be considered a wealthy person in the capital, Qin Chuan. However, he still wasn't sure if he had any relationship with the Xu family of the Four Major Clans …

He is the Soul Power User? Chaxianyu only wanted to hear the part she was most concerned about.

Little Man frowned as he thought back carefully. He had never heard of such a thing … However, with Young Master Hong's ability, he was already considered a top genius among ordinary people! It was understandable that he didn't have soul power …

Chaxianyu rolled her eyes. Little Man, I didn't ask you to speak up for him.

But … But someone like Young Master Hong, when the little one heard about him, she felt as if he was a supreme deity! This was especially true of the Susu Pavilion, which was under his control. There were many rumors among the people that it would be even harder to listen to the Pavilion Master play a song than to ascend to the heavens!

Chaxianyu clicked her tongue and slapped Little Man's back with her palm. Don't be crazy, Little Man! You can forget about finding anyone else until this princess has found the man I love!

The little one was speechless. She begged for mercy pitifully, as if she was a princess …

The next morning

In the capital city, Qin Chuan's most famous Zither Hall, the Fu Su Pavilion, the entrance to the grand entrance was kicked open by a rude and unreasonable young lady.

Xu Hong! Hurry up and come out!

The manservant hurriedly ran up and coaxed, "Lady, please calm down. Our Pavilion Master went out early in the morning to gather some medicine and hasn't returned yet. Why don't you go to the room this humble one prepared and wait?"

Chaxianyu scoffed, harvesting mountain medicine? It seems that the rich side has quite a lot of side businesses!

Throwing the bag full of gold onto the table, Chaxianyu said calmly: "Collect the money, then quickly arrange for me to stay in his room." No one is allowed to disturb me.

Seeing that, the servant quickly looked at the people around him, and the leader quickly bowed down and led Chaxianyu up the stairs.

The moment Chaxianyu entered the room, she quickly went to open the window, and when she thought about the escape route after getting the order badge, creaking sounds came from the window. Shier Hong, wearing a light green robe and tying his hair up, walked in with a bamboo basket in his hand.

Chaxianyu was shocked, she turned her head and saw Shier Hong staring at her with interest.

Chaxianyu was unresigned in her heart, and her expression instantly disappeared without a trace. Are you that confident?

Shier Hong took out a chair from opposite of Chaxianyu and sat down leisurely. Since he had come, I will go straight to the point — — Today's Emperor Xun's only daughter, the Sixth Princess, Her Highness Xing Ning.

I dare to ask, why did Princess do this?

Chaxianyu was startled, she reacted with embarrassment and anger, she rushed up and grabbed Shier Hong's sleeves and questioned him, you actually peeked at my order badge?!

Shier Hong laughed as he stroked the back of Chaxianyu's hand with his cold and thin fingers. The bottom of his golden eyes were clear jade-like eyes that were like a violent storm, if I did not peek, how could I threaten the princess today?

Chaxianyu was shocked, you want to threaten me?!

Shier Hong chuckled, the skin on his finger rubbed the back of his hand, which Chaxianyu had wanted to pull back, enunciating every word. I can help you hide your true identity, not to report what you saw and heard yesterday, and not to investigate why you escaped from the palace.

As for how you came to my room yesterday, there is a saying among the people, Princess has never learnt martial arts, but in truth … Saying that, she looked at Chaxianyu meaningfully.

Martial arts were in the body, and Qing Gong was especially strong.

Chaxianyu stubbornly pursed her lips and glared fiercely at Shier Hong.

I can pretend that I know nothing of the above, but I can also provide you with many benefits. For example, my carriage, my connections, my nobility, my shops in the prehistoric era, even the number one music pavilion in the world …

So, you want my Purple Blossom Medallion?

Chaxianyu interrupted him without a trace of politeness, crossing his arms and speaking with a tone of ridicule.

Heh.

Chaxianyu noticed that at this moment, his eyes were completely green.

Although the Purple Redbud Jade Token manual was extremely precious, and there were less than 12 of them in the world, as long as one showed their tokens and did not ask for the reason, one could freely travel to any place. However, my goal is not a token.

Shier Hong suddenly lowered his head, his fingers carefully depicting Chaxianyu's lips, his tone filled with pity, — What I want, is you, Princess.

Chaxianyu was stunned, she quickly broke free from the man's restraints and quickly retreated a meter. Speak! Are you still not going to return the token to me!

Shier Hong smiled, as long as Princess agrees to me, from today onwards, you will be my personal servant. If there is nothing important, and you do not have to go outside of my line of sight, I will make a promise to Princess, not only will you offer me all the benefits previously, but you will also keep Princess's true identity a secret.

Chaxianyu was a little confused, the order badge...

I am not interested in the Princess's command medallion at all and will naturally return it in kind.

Chaxianyu thought, and started to speculate … Although she didn't understand the strange man's intentions, she had nowhere to go even if she managed to retrieve the token. Moreover, she didn't have much gold left, so she would have to find a place to fill her stomach in the future … There was food, sleep, and support. It was fine to just work here.

Chaxianyu thought about how she often cleaned up the Profound Evil Hall with Little Man and did everything by herself. This position of a caring servant …

I promise! Chaxianyu blurted out.

Very good. Shier Hong nodded, he was not surprised, from today onwards, you are my new servant girl.

Shier Hong? Wasn't it Xu Hong? Chaxianyu was curious.

Just like how Princess calls herself "Xing Ning" when she calls herself "Chaxianyu", I also prefer my real name.

You! You even know the name my mother gave me?! Chaxianyu took a deep breath and collapsed by the side of the bed.

Shier Hong blinked his eyes at her, being polite to her, what should I call Princess in the future?

"Hmm …" You call it envy …? Chaxianyu wrung her fingers, thought hard for a while, and then weakly suggested.

Alright, I'll call you Yu Er. Good name. Shier Hong gave Chaxianyu a praising smile, causing him to break out in a cold sweat.

After that — —

Yu Er, watering the flowers.

Yu Er made tea.

Yu Er, prepare the ink.

Yu Er, Book Axis.

In Yu Er, this young master is tired, so I'll dance to cheer you up.

In less than a day's time, by the time the sun had set, Chaxianyu was already too tired to even straighten her back. She did not dare say anything, and obediently followed Shier Hong's orders. Not mentioning how she ran up and down, his master's demands were growing more and more outrageous …

While Chaxianyu angrily rubbed her plate with her hand, she roared out loud in her heart: What audacity! She actually called the princess back and forth! She had gone against the heavens! Chaxianyu, oh Chaxianyu, it's fine if you don't want to be pampered in the palace, but what does it matter if people outside the palace bully you …

Yu Er?

Chaxianyu was in the middle of venting her anger out of broken thoughts, but she was caught off guard by the silent appearance of Shier Hong, causing her subordinate's movements to become sluggish.

She quickly turned around, trying to force a smile on her face as she put on an act to curry favor with him. Young Master, do you have any instructions for me?

Shier Hong did not speak, he quietly lowered his head and observed Chaxianyu. He slowly raised his hand, and without any warning, he touched the girl's face.

The delicate skin of the girl flowed between her fingers like a thin layer of gauze.

Chaxianyu was provoked, and stammered to stop her. Ah, young master, young master, the Yu Er's Bowl is not finished yet …

Was he wronged?

Eh?

Shier Hong held Chaxianyu's face and looked deeply into the girl's black eyes. Just like that, he became my maid with a princess body.

Chaxianyu's reaction was fast, she immediately laughed dryly, and did not feel wronged! Anyway, when I leave the palace, I have to do my best to support myself. Speaking of which, I have to thank the young master for taking me in!

Shier Hong pursed his lips, as though he was trying to ascertain the authenticity of the words.

Chaxianyu was uncomfortable being stared at. She smiled coyly, the Yu Er … Did Yu Er have something on her face?

Hearing this, Shier Hong's voice returned to its usual teasing tone, it was unaffected. Did you hit your nose when you jumped in the window yesterday? I went to pick the yam. As he said that, he raised his chin towards a bamboo basket beside Chaxianyu's feet. With the six plants in the cupboard, he grinded them into small pieces and applied them on the bamboo basket before going to sleep. Tomorrow would be the day.

Chaxianyu was stunned, so you went to pick the herbs...

And the forehead. Shier Hong raised his hand and lifted up the hair in front of Chaxianyu's forehead.

Shier Hong got up, and just as he was about to wave his sleeves and leave, Chaxianyu grabbed his clothes.

Young master! Chaxianyu lowered her head, looking troubled.

Young master, you didn't keep your promise, so you agreed to return my token.

Shier Hong suddenly came to a realization and reached into his front pocket to take out a jade bag. He waved it in front of Chaxianyu, and the jade balls made a clear jingling sound as they hit against each other.

This?

Without waiting for Chaxianyu to be overjoyed, she quickly put the jade bag back into the secret pocket on her clothes that was next to her chest, and said calmly: I'll give it to you when I need it.

You're not keeping your promise! Chaxianyu stomped her feet in anger, she wanted to say something, but her eyes turned red first.

Stupid Yu Er. Shier Hong shook his head, holding Chaxianyu's hand, he followed her hand and walked along the path that he had drawn, and in the end, slowly stuck it onto the cloth that was placed on his chest.

Since I promised you, I will definitely do it. Therefore, you only need to do one thing, and that is to control me.

Shier Hong spoke word by word as he suddenly tightened his grip on Chaxianyu's shoulder.

As long as it's what you want, I can get it for you. For some reason, Chaxianyu felt that the current Shier Hong was extremely dangerous. She tried her best to retreat, but the man's hand was as still as a rock.

— With all your strength, let me belong to you only.

Chaxianyu only felt that the hand that Shier Hong was grabbing on to was now densely covered with sweat, it was ice-cold and sticky, and under the contact of the cloth, that warm chest of hers was like a small beast living in hibernation. It was extremely hot, fresh and hurried, as though it was burning with flames that charged in all directions, to the point that it was about to burn her hand.

Coming back to her senses, Chaxianyu struggled to push Shier Hong away and anxiously took the herbs into her embrace. I, I'll go boil the medicine! She quickly escaped.

Shier Hong stood there for a very long time as he watched Chaxianyu disappear.

After which, he lowered his head in silence and sized up the hand that had grabbed the girl's delicate hand. The corner of his mouth pulled out a trace of ridicule …

Too impatient … "Is that so?"