Upon hearing this, Lady Nian's expression softened slightly, and she quickly said in a sweet and coquettish voice, "I even had someone specially prepare snow swallow soup. I wonder if I could go back with Eunuch Su to deliver it to you, sir? I can only feel at ease if I see you drink it."

When Eunuch Su saw this delicate beauty and heard her words, he realized that she wanted to go to the front yard herself, but Fourth Master had never said that he would allow her to go.

Thinking that Su Peisheng was waiting for her reward, Nian quickly gave Cuiling a wink, and the latter understood and quickly turned around to get her purse.

"Eunuch Su, is it because I am so foolish that the master refuses to come? Sister Ye and I have been in the manor for three days, and we still haven't seen the master alone. We've almost become the laughingstock of this household." Madam Nian looked like she was about to shed tears, which truly made people feel sorry for her. Even Su Peisheng, a eunuch who had lost his manhood, couldn't bear to refuse her anymore when he saw such a beautiful woman in front of him, so sad and aggrieved.

“If Princess Nian insists on going, then this servant dares not stop her,” Su Peisheng said unconsciously.

"Thank you for your leniency, Father-in-law. Cui Ling." Madam Nian wiped non-existent tears from the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief in her hand and immediately exclaimed joyfully.

“Father-in-law, this is a small token of our princess’s appreciation. If you can do us a favor in the future, she will be very generous.” Cui Ling stuffed a purse into Su Peisheng’s hand.

He weighed the contents in his hand; it was at least five taels. This woman was certainly wealthy and powerful. The key was that the master's attitude towards her was still unclear, so Su Peisheng dared not offend her, nor did he dare to get too close. He could only smile and say, "Thank you for the gift, Princess Nian."

After having Bai Zhi accept the contents of the lacquer tray, Lady Nian instructed Zi Ning to fetch the bird's nest, and then followed Su Peisheng to the front courtyard.

Along the way, Nian Shi, supporting Cui Ling's hand, inquired about Fourth Master's preferences from Su Peisheng. It must be said that Nian Shi was very good at talking; with just a few words, she had Su Peisheng completely bewildered, and he blurted out almost everything about Fourth Master's hobbies.

When they arrived at the front yard, Madam Nian knew that she could not go in rashly without the Fourth Prince's permission, so she said to Su Peisheng, "Eunuch Su, then please go in and tell the Prince that I just wanted to personally deliver Xueyan to him and would not disturb him."

Su Peisheng sighed inwardly, thinking: Consort Niu has really met her match this time. This woman's appearance and methods are truly extraordinary. Even I was so quickly charmed by her. Who would refuse the request of a beautiful woman who is both pitiful and adept at handling situations?

Su Peisheng acknowledged and immediately strode into the front yard. When he arrived at the Fourth Master's study, he saw the Fourth Master buried in his desk, looking at the reports sent from various places.

"Reporting to Your Majesty, Consort Nian said that she heard you were preoccupied with matters of the court, so she personally prepared snow swallow soup and asked you to drink it amidst your busy schedule, so as not to ruin your health." Su Peisheng did not dare to say that Consort Nian was waiting at the door.

The Fourth Prince hummed in agreement, said nothing more, and continued reading the Di report.

Su Peisheng looked up at the Fourth Master, but seeing that he hadn't asked anything, he continued, "Princess Nian said that she has been in the manor for three days and has not yet seen the Fourth Master. She is very worried and personally brought Xueyan over, hoping to see the Master and take it before going back."

Fourth Master looked up in astonishment at Su Peisheng and said in a deep voice, "Did you accept a red envelope from him?"

Su Peisheng's legs went weak and he almost knelt down. He hurriedly replied, "This servant saw that Consort Nian's words were earnest. When she heard that Master could not have a meal, she begged this servant to personally bring the snow swallow soup to Master. This servant really could not stop her."

Fourth Master glanced at Su Peisheng a few times and said, "Let her in."

Su Peisheng felt a layer of sweat break out on his back. Seeing that the Fourth Master was finally willing to see Madam Nian, he immediately bowed and agreed, and hurriedly withdrew.

Why did Fourth Master's face look so scary just now?

After watching Su Peisheng leave, Fourth Master put down the Di report in his hand, thought for a moment, stood up and walked to the bookshelf, intending to find the books that came to mind.

When Madam Nian saw Su Peisheng come to her with a pale face, and heard the Fourth Master tell her to go in, she excitedly took Cuiling's hand and went in.

When Lady Dang entered the Fourth Prince's study, her heart was pounding with nervousness. Although she had already married him, this was only the second time she had seen him. The last time was only an hour, and there were so many people present.

"You've arrived." Fourth Master, carrying several books, stepped out from behind the curtain and addressed Madam Nian, who was dressed in a light ginger-yellow outfit.

"This humble servant greets Your Highness." The basket in Madam Nian's hand trembled, and she felt as if her heart was about to leap out of her chest. Yes, ever since she was eleven years old and first saw the Fourth Prince in her brother's room, she had fallen irrevocably in love with Aisin Gioro Yinzhen.

Does he still remember himself? This is what Nian was thinking.

"You've just arrived at the manor, and I've been so busy that I haven't had a chance to pay attention to you. Are you settling in well here?" The Fourth Prince naturally recognized her; it was four years ago when he visited Xi'an and toured Nian Gengyao's residence. At that time, Nian Shilan was only eleven years old, yet she was already a beautiful young woman. Now, seeing her again, she had blossomed into a strikingly beautiful and charming woman. However, the Fourth Prince wasn't particularly moved.

"I am quite used to living here, thank you for your generous gift, Your Highness. I am unworthy of it," said Madam Nian, pouting slightly.

"What do you mean by that?" Fourth Master didn't dislike Lady Nian's charming and cute appearance.

"I have only been in the manor for three days and have not yet served you, yet I have received your reward for no reason. I feel ashamed to accept it." Lady Nian looked at the Fourth Master with emotion through her large, watery eyes.

Fourth Master's heart skipped a beat. He hadn't expected Nian Shilan to be such a straightforward person, somewhat similar to that little woman. She wasn't the kind of woman who hid her desires in her heart and put on a shy act on the surface.

“Gengyao and I are bosom friends. Since you are her sister, I will naturally dote on you more,” the Fourth Prince said. “I am indeed a little hungry now. Bring up the bird’s nest soup.”

When Nian Shilan saw that Fourth Master had brought up bird's nest, she quickly picked up the basket, walked to the round table, put down the basket, and took out the stewing pot inside.

"My lord, I've been stewing this bird's nest for two hours. Please see if it tastes good." Madam Nian brought out the stewing pot, untied the lid, and said to the Fourth Prince.

"Put it down. I'll use it later. You go back first. I still have to see my thirteenth brother. I'll come see you when I have time," said the Fourth Master.