Chapter 164: The Marriage

Chapter 164

“Xiaohua, aren't you curious who wrote that song 'Phoenix Seeking Phoenix'? Well, it was him,” said Lord Gao, who was standing on the second floor, pointing at the Princess of Runan Palace to look downstairs.

“It’s him,” said the Princess.

“What? Do you know him?” asked Lord Gao in surprise.

“Uncle, he is the good-looking man I told you about yesterday,” said the Princess.

“What a coincidence,” said Lord Gao.

“Who is that woman beside him?” The Princess felt uncomfortable seeing the tender and doting look in the man's eyes towards the woman, so she asked.

“What? Are you getting jealous before he even becomes your noble consort? Don't worry, she's just a woman, no threat to you. With my status in the royal court and your identity as the Princess of Runan Palace, as long as you show a hint of affection towards him, what man would refuse the temptation of power, not to mention the Emperor's favor towards you.”

“Alright uncle, I want him as my noble consort.”

“Good, I’ll check him out and make sure you get what you wished for.”

“Thanks uncle, you always spoil me the most.”

“Of course, let’s go. The scent comparing competition is about to start. We need to see your mother first.”

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Gong Xiaohua noticed the moment when the Princess and Lord Gao looked over at them.

Qin Chuyuan asked, “What’s wrong?”

“There are two people staring at us from the upper left,” said Gong Xiaohua.

“You’re overthinking, Xiaohua. There is indeed a man and a woman. The man looks older and the woman is gorgeous. But they seem to be staring at Master Qin,” said Lord Shi, looking up.

“Master Qin, that young lady is looking at you quite passionately. We just arrived in Liang Capital City and you already attracted a lady. No wonder you're the most handsome man in Ye Capital City,” teased Lord Shi.

“Lord Shi, if you don’t want your mouth anymore, I don’t mind taking care of it for you,” said Qin Chuyuan sternly.

“Please don’t take offense Master Qin, I was just joking,” said Lord Shi apologetically.

“Younger sister.”

“Mother.”

“Mm.”

“Why are you still resting at this hour? Did you not sleep well last night?” asked Lord Gao with concern.

“No, I was just talking to someone earlier and got a bit tired. I’m fine now,” replied the Consort.

“I heard you wrote a song ‘Phoenix Seeking Phoenix’ last night at Hundred Flowers Building for a courtesan? Didn’t expect you to be in that mood,” said the Consort mockingly to Lord Gao.

“Younger sister, you’re usually oblivious to things outside your window. How did you find out so quickly?” asked Lord Gao.

“Humph. It’s spread all over Liang Capital City. I don’t care about your matters, but Xiaomeng is not young anymore. You know her reputation in Liang Capital City. If you care about her, stop letting her go to those places,” said the Consort sternly.

“Mother, it was my choice to go. Uncle had nothing to do with it. And my marriage will be decided by His Majesty. You don’t need to worry,” argued Princess Jianan.

“You?” The Consort was furious.

“Xiaomeng, watch your words with your mother,” Lord Gao scolded his niece.

Princess Jianan pouted and sat aside silently.

Lord Gao persuaded the Consort, “Xiaomeng just likes to have fun. Those who slander her are simply jealous. Why bother yourself over them? It will only upset you needlessly.

Rest assured, I will supervise Xiaomeng here and find a suitable husband that you’ll also approve of. Then we’ll ask His Majesty to grant her hand in marriage. That should be fine, right?”

Hearing this, the Consort no longer argued. Lord Gao took this chance to say, “Let us go. The scent comparing competition awaits us.”

When the competition was halfway through, Lord Shi suggested, “After this ends, I’ll symbolically go buy some fragrances while you two head back first. No need to keep me company.”

“No, it’s too dangerous for you alone,” Gong Xiaohua objected.

“We just arrived and offended no one. And I’m a grown man, what danger could there be? Don’t worry. With an eighty percent discount, we’ve already saved quite a bit. Do you want me to buy any fragrances for you? I’ll get them together.”

“Then we’ll have to trouble Lord Shi,” said Qin Chuyuan as he handed a list to Lord Shi.

Lord Shi took a look. Most were fragrances popular with women, probably to bring back for the ladies at home. “You’re too kind, Master Qin.”