Chapter 2458 Extra Chapter: The Finale (Part 1)

Meng Yunzheng never expected that his disguise would be exposed so suddenly in such a situation.

He looked down at his little daughter, who still looked aggrieved, and couldn't help but rub his forehead.

He then looked at the students who were still hoping for an answer, exhaled, and nodded, saying, "Yes, I am Mr. Shanju."

Before anyone could voice their questions, he squatted down and said to Mianmian, "Your big rabbit is with Prince Zheng, right? Daddy will go get it for you right away."

Mianmian nodded emphatically, "Then Daddy, go ahead."

Meng Yunzheng released her, glanced helplessly at Shu Yu, and then turned and left.

He left in a hurry, and didn't go anywhere else but to the Haina Tea House.

Sure enough, someone was waiting for him outside the teahouse. Upon seeing him arrive, they immediately led him inside to see Prince Zheng.

The Haina Tea House was brightly lit, but there wasn't a single customer.

Prince Zheng sat on the platform in the center of the lake where the students debated during the day. Tables, chairs and food were placed on the platform, and candles were lit all around, making it very bright.

Upon seeing Meng Yunzheng, Prince Zheng immediately stood up and said with a polite smile, "Headmaster Meng... no, I should call you Master Shanju. I have long admired your name. I have been waiting for you here for a long time, and you have indeed arrived."

Meng Yunzheng was silent for a moment, then cupped his hands in greeting, "Your Highness, I have come here to retrieve what is mine."

"Of course, I said I would keep it safe for you, and I will keep it safe." Prince Zheng waved his hand, and someone came out from behind him carrying a tray covered with silk cloth, on which lay a scroll.

“Mr. Shanju, this is your painting. It is now returned to its rightful owner.”

Meng Yunzheng was silent for a moment, then raised his head and said, "Your Highness, my daughter's White Rabbit bag... is it still there?"

Prince Zheng was taken aback for a moment upon hearing this, then immediately nodded, "Of course it is."

Meng Yunzheng breathed a sigh of relief.

Prince Zheng, “…” So you rushed over here so late just to get your daughter’s weird-looking bag?

You didn't even glance at that painting; your mind was completely focused on the bag.

He had a servant bring out the bag and hand it to Meng Yunzheng, saying, "Don't worry, Mr. Shanju, everything is still here."

Meng Yunzheng then took the bag and picked up the scroll on the tray. He had given the scroll to Mianmian, so he naturally wanted to bring it home intact.

Seeing that he had accepted everything, Prince Zheng smiled and said, "Mr. Shanju, I have already seen your new work. Of course, I have also seen Lu Ji's two paintings. I think..."

“Your Highness,” Meng Yunzheng interrupted him apologetically, “I know Your Highness is devoted to poetry and painting and has considerable insight into these matters. However, it is simply too late today, and my daughter is very concerned about her White Rabbit bag; she won’t go to sleep until she sees it. Therefore, I must return the bag to her first. Perhaps I could have a more in-depth conversation with Your Highness another day?”

Prince Zheng could see how much he doted on his little princess.

Come to think of it, Meng Yunzheng left the palace very late today, so he must be tired.

"Alright, sir, come anytime. I will certainly prepare my bed and wait for you."

"Farewell."

Meng Yunzheng took the bag and the scroll and left, and the carriage headed back to the inn where they were staying.

When he entered the inn, the students who had been in the lobby had already gone back to their rooms to rest.

Meng Yunzheng quietly returned to his room and found Mianmian still waiting there.

(End of this chapter)