Qi Chenxuan replied expressionlessly: “Of course! It’s a royal forbidden zone, guarded by imperial troops. Only royal family members can enter. Anyone else who trespasses will be beaten to death with clubs!”
I couldn’t help but swallow hard: “Then, as a side consort of the crown prince, I should be considered part of the royal family, right?”
That guy gave me a sideways glance and coldly asked back: “What do you think?”
Hearing my disgruntled mumbling, he added: “Only princes, princesses, and wives of higher ranks are considered true royal family members. Others who want to enter the tower must have a personal decree from the emperor!”
I rolled my eyes at him: “Then what you said is basically useless! I can’t enter anyway, so what’s the point of knowing?”
That guy coolly responded: “Since this prince is telling you, naturally I have a way to let you in!”
“What way?” I couldn’t help but ask eagerly.
Such a beautiful place – even if I can’t travel back to modern times, climbing to the top to feel the breeze and enjoy the scenery would be nice…
That guy narrowed his eyes and looked at me: “Do you really want to go?”
I couldn’t help rolling my eyes and answered bluntly: “Of course! What kind of stupid question is that? Why would I be talking to him so much if I didn’t want to go?”
Haven’t I done enough?
Qi Chenxuan’s mouth curved slightly: “As I know, the emperor will climb the tower to overlook the view with the princes and the Jing Yue national master in three days. I think if I ask my father to bring you along, he shouldn’t refuse!”
“Really?”
I couldn’t help but exclaim joyfully, urging: “Then go quickly!”
Qi Chenxuan leisurely raised an eyebrow: “But why should I do this? What’s in it for me?”
Damn, I knew this guy wouldn’t be so kind…
I rolled my eyes and said: “I’ve already said I have a way to help you marry your Qing Han, isn’t that a huge benefit?”
His smile from a moment ago instantly froze: “If it’s just obtaining her, I could have done that three years ago and wouldn’t need to wait until now!”
This guy is quite greedy! Not satisfied with just getting her, he wants to conquer her heart too!
I couldn’t help shaking my head: “Actually, winning a girl’s heart isn’t that difficult! Most girls are emotional beings. If you’re truly sincere to her, she’ll be able to sense it.”
Qi Chenxuan scoffed: “So what? Haven’t I done enough for her? But the result is she still left!”
I decisively concluded: “If you keep thinking like this, sorry, you might never be able to win her heart!”
Qi Chenxuan glared at me defiantly: “Then tell me, what exactly should I do?”
I carefully considered and asked: “First, tell me how long they’ll stay in the Ding Yin country.”
Qi Chenxuan looked at me suspiciously before answering: “About half a month!”
“Perfect!”
I nodded satisfactorily: “Then tomorrow, go ask the emperor to agree that I can accompany you to the Star-Picking Tower! Once this is settled, I’ll be your free relationship consultant and design a series of heart-winning strategies!”
“Although I can’t guarantee 100% success, at least I can make her acknowledge your existence, slowly integrate you into her life, and let her gradually get used to your presence…”
Qi Chenxuan was silent for a long time, seemingly weighing the credibility of my words, and finally made a decision: “Okay, if you truly can help Qing Han accept me, I’ll agree to give you the freedom you want!”
“Promise?” I looked at him excitedly.
Qi Chenxuan, with a serious expression, answered firmly: “Promise!”
“No!”
I thought about it and ultimately pulled his hand uneasily: “Come with me first!”
Qi Chenxuan couldn’t help but furrow his brow, asking in confusion: “Where are you taking me?”
I answered seriously: “To avoid you going back on your word, it’s safer to put it in writing!”
“No need!” Qi Chenxuan coldly broke free from my hand.
“What do you mean?
I couldn’t help but widen my eyes, nervously looking at him: “You’re not going to go back on your word now, are you?”
“I’m not going back on my word!” He answered expressionlessly, then immediately pulled out the jade pendant I had found in the bamboo garden and handed it to me: “This is more useful than any written agreement!”
I blinked in disbelief, looking at him uncertainly: “You’re giving this to me?”
Qi Chenxuan continued with a cold face: “I said, this is more useful than any written agreement. With it, you don’t need to worry about me going back on my word! Moreover, with this jade pendant, even without the Emperor’s decree, you can freely enter and exit Zhaoxing Tower!”
Holding the jade pendant, I hesitated: “But, I remember you previously said that with this jade pendant, one could freely enter and exit anywhere in Chengyun Country. Aren’t you afraid I might do something harmful to Chengyun?”
Qi Chenxuan said with determination: “Three years ago, I dared to bet my happiness on it, and three years later, I’m still the same!”
I tightened the jade pendant in my hand, smiling at him: “Don’t worry, I will prove to you that your choice is correct!”
Although he said nothing, this jade pendant actually represented his trust in me. And naturally, I couldn’t let him down…
Then, gritting my teeth, I decisively took it off and handed it to him, saying: “This is the only thing that came with me through time, and it should be the key to my return. Now that I’m giving it to you, you can be at ease, right?”
Qi Chenxuan glanced at the bracelet in his hand and immediately scoffed: “It’s just a worthless piece of stone, yet you’re talking about it like it’s so precious!”
What kind of attitude is this? I couldn’t help but glare at him angrily: “Qi Chenxuan, you’re going too far! What do you mean, ‘worthless stone’? If you don’t want it, just give it back to me!” As I spoke, I reached out to grab it…
Seeing my reaction, he quickly pulled his hand back: “Forget it. Since you don’t have anything more valuable on you, I’ll keep this worthless stone for now. I hope it’s as important as you say!”
Early the next morning, Qi Chenxuan was nowhere to be seen, apparently executing my ABC plan. Feeling bored, I dragged the maid Shui out for a street walk.
After wandering for over two hours, when the sun was high, the maid suddenly grabbed my sleeve: “Madam, we’ve been out for quite a while. It’s time to return to the mansion, right?”
I looked at her curiously: “You were just having so much fun. Why suddenly want to go back?”
I’m not done playing, so if you want to go back, go by yourself!”
“But, but…”
The little maid lowered her head, nervously fidgeting with her hem, looking hesitant.
I frowned impatiently: “But what?”
“But… Shui is hungry!” she finally blurted out, blushing. “Can we eat first and then continue shopping?”
I thought it was something serious and couldn’t help rolling my eyes: “If you want to eat, just say so directly. There’s a restaurant right there. Why go all the way back?”
Shui glanced at the restaurant’s sign and worried: “But I heard it’s very expensive.”
I glared at her: “What are you talking about? I’m the prince’s consort. Do you think I can’t afford a meal on the street?”
The maid quickly explained: “Madam, don’t misunderstand! I’m just worried that the money you brought is almost spent, and we might not have enough to pay the bill, which would be embarrassing!”
I realized we had indeed bought many things, and checking my purse, it was nearly empty. But I really didn’t want to go back just yet…
Just then, I caught a familiar figure in my peripheral vision. Delighted, I immediately ran up and grabbed someone’s clothes from behind, demanding: “Brat, treat me to a meal!”
Wei Feng heard my voice, his handsome face immediately falling. Turning, he smiled awkwardly: “Consort, we meet again. Beijing is really small!”
