Chapter 89 The Abandoned Eldest Daughter Makes a Comeback (13 Chapters)

'Thud.'

Xiao Chengze's high-raised tail instantly drooped down.

He dejectedly agreed, "Okay."

Xiao Chengxu's lips curved into a smile, and a hint of pleasure flashed in his eyes.

When it comes to eating, drinking, and having fun, Xiao Chengze is an expert. Under his guidance, the group went to a luxuriously decorated restaurant for a meal.

During this time, it naturally attracted many onlookers, but they were all kept at a distance.

Some scions of prominent families were also captivated by Shen Yunzhen's unparalleled beauty. After regaining their senses, they instinctively rushed forward to express their admiration.

But when he saw the Crown Prince and the Third Prince accompanying the woman, he had to suppress his emotions and follow at a distance with the commoners, hoping to catch another glimpse of that captivating figure.

The three of them were always the center of attention, and they were used to it. They remained calm and undisturbed.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, during the meal, Xiao Chengze, being a newly appointed servant, was exceptionally attentive, even serving Shen Yunzhen dishes in a seemingly proper manner, and frequently inquiring whether the dishes suited her taste, showing great care.

Xiao Chengxu, however, had to sit properly in his seat due to the difference between men and women and his status, watching helplessly as Xiao Chengze fawned over him, unable to stop him.

Left with no other choice, he could only give Bihe a meaningful look.

Bihe, understanding the unspoken message, stepped forward and helped Shen Yunzhen serve the food, finally managing to take away half of Xiao Chengze's right to serve the food.

Faced with this situation, Shen Yunzhen has always maintained an attitude of not getting involved or expressing her opinion, focusing only on enjoying the present moment.

The jealousy and rivalry between men is their own business, and as long as it doesn't affect her, she will never interfere.

After finishing her lunch, Shen Yunzhen did not choose to linger outside any longer, but instead went home.

The pilgrimage-like crowd ultimately dampened her spirits.

After escorting the person back to his residence, Xiao Chengxu did not linger and decided to take his leave.

Shen Yunzhen is currently a single woman, so it's not appropriate for him to stay any longer.

Before leaving, Xiao Chengxu naturally didn't forget to call Xiao Chengze along.

"Third brother, let's go."

To everyone's surprise, Xiao Chengze flatly refused.

"No, Second Brother, I can't leave. I'm already a servant in the Shen family."

He wasn't stupid. As soon as he left, the other party would definitely escort him back to the palace, and he would never have another chance to get close to Yun Zhen.

Xiao Chengze was fully aware of his own weaknesses.

The Empress Dowager was in charge of the inner palace, and his second brother was the highly favored Crown Prince. As a prince without real power, he was powerless to resist.

After thinking for a moment, Xiao Chengze decided to write a letter to his mother to urge her to expedite the selection of concubines.

The main purpose of this selection process was to choose a consort for the crown prince.

Once the Crown Princess is chosen, Second Brother will have no reason to bother Yunzhen anymore.

Xiao Chengxu frowned: "How can a grown man like you stay in Yunzhen's residence? What will people think if word gets out?"

"Don't worry, Second Brother. I'll have someone wear my clothes and go with you. The only one left here is a servant named Xiao Zezi."

"This is outrageous! Come with me now!"

Xiao Chengxu naturally refused. He couldn't stay at Yunzhen's residence for long, so how could he be allowed to stay?

Shen Yunzhen naturally wouldn't let Xiao Chengxu take the person away.

"Chengxu, just let him stay. He was my servant to begin with, wasn't he?"

With Shen Yunzhen's personal confirmation, Xiao Chengze instantly straightened his back.

He raised his chin. "Since the master has told me to stay, you can leave now!"

With Shen Yunzhen backing him up, Xiao Chengze became carried away and, in his pride, even called out the title of "Master" again.

The sound was exceptionally loud, with a hint of lighthearted boasting at the end.

It must be said that he has a high degree of identification with the identity of a servant.

A strong sense of crisis gripped Xiao Chengxu's heart.

Although his third brother usually acts like a spoiled brat, he is quite popular in some ways.

Xiao Chengxu couldn't help but think of the rumors circulating in the capital that many women would only marry the Third Prince.

Could it be... that Yun Zhen has also taken a liking to him?

Otherwise, why would they ask him to stay?

Xiao Chengxu spoke with difficulty: "Yun Zhen, why did you keep him here?"

Shen Yunzhen said impatiently, "Didn't I already say? He's my servant now."

Xiao Chengxu carefully observed Shen Yunzhen's expression. When he saw that her eyes were clear and calm when she looked at Xiao Chengze, without any sign of affection, his heart, which had been hanging in suspense, slowly settled down, and he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He nodded slightly and said softly, "In that case, I'll leave him here for now. Please take good care of him."

This made it sound like he was a cat or a dog, but Xiao Chengze wasn't angry.

He knew that the other person was just envious and jealous of him.

Xiao Chengxu gave Xiao Chengze a deep look, then got up to take his leave.

So what if Yunzhen is hiding here? He has a way to get her out.

Besides, his good third brother is not young anymore and should be engaged.

After returning to the palace, Xiao Chengxu changed his clothes in the East Palace and went straight to his mother's Phoenix Palace.

Around the same time, Consort Xu also received a letter from her son sent from outside the palace.

Consort Xu Xianfei unfolded the letter.

Besides casual conversation, the letter mentioned that he would be staying outside the palace for a while and asked her to inform his father, the Emperor. He also brought up the imperial concubine selection, instructing her to find a suitable opportunity to subtly mention it to the Empress and expedite the selection process.

Consort Xu was pleasantly surprised after reading the letter.

Could it be that her silly son has finally come to his senses and knows how to argue?

He is a very enlightened father today.

Just like Xiao Chengxu, the crown prince who lived in the Eastern Palace, he had his own residence outside the palace and often went there to stay, but he did not ask about it or interfere.

Although Xiao Chengze was not yet married, the emperor would not say anything if he wanted to leave the palace for a short stay, and would let them have their way in these small matters.

However, in order to show his stance, Xiao Chengze never overstepped this line and always lived obediently in the palace.

Consort Xu Xianfei urged her son more than once to buy a house outside the palace, so that his subordinates could deliver messages, he could cultivate relationships with officials, and those who came to seek refuge would have a place to stay.

Unfortunately, the son was never sure about anything he said.

Is this the end of the world?

Consort Xu was almost resigned to her fate when she finally noticed that her son was showing some promise, and she became excited.

She stood up and spun around a few times, suppressing her turbulent emotions, and then raised her voice:

"Someone, bring me pen and ink."

She quickly wrote a letter and handed it to her trusted confidant.

“Send it to the Xu family and hand it to my father personally.”

Afterwards, she straightened her clothes and led her entourage to the Empress's palace.

Upon arriving outside the Empress's Palace, they could see the Crown Prince's departing figure in the distance.

Consort Xu narrowed her eyes slightly, paused briefly, and then stepped gracefully into the Phoenix Palace.