"Since you want me to live, I will do everything in my power to make it happen. Don't think too much about it now. Things will work themselves out. There will be a way."

Shen Jinchen gazed intently at Cen Xi's anxious expression, feeling a warm glow in his heart despite his current pain.

As expected, his initial decision was correct. Even a strong woman can be won over by persistent suitors; he was ultimately luckier than Jun Jianchou.

"Yes! There will be a way, there must be a special way to conceive a pair of Gu King and Gu Queen."

Cen Xi's serious and solemn gaze fell on Shen Jinchen, who was suffering, and she murmured to herself.

Shen Jinchen knew that she appeared calm but was actually terrified inside, which made him feel even sweeter. At this moment, he could only focus on the present and didn't care much about the outcome.

He had been ostracized for so long, and even when he risked his life to save her in Shangyang City, it didn't move Cen Xi for long. Now he had finally gotten what he wanted, and he had no regrets.

As for the Great Qi dynasty, it had already experienced a period of decline a century ago, and now it has returned to its original state, following the reversal of history, which is quite normal.

From birth, he carried too much on his shoulders. He had no childhood. All the happiness that his peers had was irrelevant to him. As an adult, he was already tired of the intrigue and power struggles in the imperial court.

If he could be free now, he would too. He could, but he was afraid it would break his girl's heart.

You should try your best to survive.

"Alright, Your Highness, you can go back now and flirt with each other, do whatever you want. I still need to help Brother Lu tidy up the Lu family home. You should pack up and leave quickly, since the post station is the best place to entertain you."

After Tian Ying stopped, she glanced at Cen Xi, pouted, and immediately chased away this female hooligan. She didn't want to be teased like last time.

If anyone's going to tease her, it's only her brother Lu. She doesn't like a woman touching her face; she feels desecrated.

"You little brat who kicks the bucket after getting away with it! Fine, we're leaving. We won't be a third wheel anymore. Tian Ying, even though you two are still in mourning, it's really hard to endure another year or two after having your fun once. We're leaving. You two can come secretly; no one will know."

"I won't tell anyone, so you can do it without worry!"

Seeing Tian Ying's indignant expression, Cen Xi instantly banished any feelings of disappointment and panic he had been harboring.

Looking at Tian Ying's adorable expression, he couldn't help but touch her face again, and then said some nonsensical things.

Tian Ying was both angry and blushing. Did this woman have no shame? Did she know what she could and couldn't say? Didn't she know how important the rules of the mourning period in Miao territory were?

During the mourning period, if a man or woman engages in that kind of thing, they will be killed for their characterization, and if they do it secretly, the entire family's future fortunes will be extremely bad.

What was this woman's mindset when she said such a thing?

"During the mourning period in Miao territory, matters between men and women are forbidden. Besides, Tian Ying and I are not yet married. Your Highness, please don't make such jokes. Duling is very grateful for Your Highness's help that day, but Aying is shy and can't stand your frequent teasing. Please let her off the hook, Your Highness. In the future, as long as you have any requests, I, Lu Duling, will definitely serve you like a dog."

Lu Duling's eyes met Chen Xi's for a moment, and then she spoke in a gentle but firm tone.

"Ah Xi, let's go and stop teasing the young girl. If you tease me when we get home, I won't have any complaints. But if you keep teasing her, Miss Tian Ying might chase you away with a broom. Besides, didn't you say I'm the most tempting dinner? I'll definitely satisfy you when we get back. I know you're getting impatient, but you can't just make fun of a little girl like that."

The moment Cen Xi touched Tian Ying's cheek, Shen Jinchen actually wanted to take her hand away, but their relationship had just eased up and they were still in a sweet mood, so he didn't want to upset Cen Xi too much.

So he suppressed the bitterness in his heart and silently watched everything that was happening with a smile.

After Lu Duling protected her woman, Shen Jinchen could no longer bear it and had to interrupt Cen Xi's next words, taking her hand and suggesting something.

"Don't you think her face makes you want to bully her? Baby face, chubby cheeks, it feels so good to touch. You can't blame me, it's just that it's so long that it makes you want to commit a crime."

Cen Xi gave Tian Ying a provocative look and began to explain her reasons for wanting to bully her.

“Your Highness, babies do have this trait too. If you really like it, you can bring out one of them, Shen Xiangsheng, for you to play with. Tian Ying has helped you twice, so please don’t tease her next time, okay?”

Upon hearing Cen Xi's explanation, Lu Duling's hands tightened involuntarily. However, Cen Xi was indeed a distinguished guest, and Miao Jiang still needed them. He couldn't afford to offend her, so he could only plead with the female demon queen for mercy in a gentle voice.

“Look, even Commander Lu is jealous. No matter how much Cen Xi likes it in the future, she can’t touch it anymore. Commander Lu is right. You’re only causing trouble for others. Cen Xi, you’ve always been helpful to others. You can’t keep making things difficult for the people who help us.”

Shen Jinchen was actually quite jealous, but he knew very well that he couldn't get angry right now. He had to appease Cen Xi to avoid any unnecessary trouble.

But Cen Xi was no ordinary woman. Seeing Shen Jinchen speak up for his rival twice, she guessed that the man was jealous. She was truly impressed by a woman's jealousy.

She was just joking with Tian Ying, but look how nervous they are!

However, Shen Jinchen was right about some things. No matter how beautiful Tian Ying is, she belongs to someone else. She might as well go home and make a little dumpling herself, and touch it every day.

"Alright, considering how nervous you all are, I'll stop teasing Tian Ying from now on. Tian Ying, stay away from me from now on. Your face is too tempting. If you accidentally get teased by me next time, you'll be asking for it."

With a smile on her face, Cen Xi glanced meaningfully at the two anxious men in front of her, whistled at Tian Yingqing, and then gave her a smug warning.

Tian Ying's face darkened: "So it turns out I was wrong after all. Your Highness, your twisted logic has left me speechless. Don't worry, I will stay far away from you from now on. I hope Your Highness will keep your word."

"Fine, look at how cocky you are, I really want to pluck you off, but never mind, this princess keeps her word. Goodbye!"

Cen Xi waved casually and pulled Shen Jinchen out.

He had only taken two steps when a sudden voice rang out: "Wait!"