Everyone surrounded Lord Xu and walked into the house, fearing that he would go back on his word. If Lord Xu left, the eldest princess would definitely be furious, and their lives would not be easy.
The eldest princess took the handkerchief handed to her by Yu'er and gently wiped away the tears on her face. Her eyes were playful, without any trace of weakness from before.
"Yu'er, you're right. Men are the softest of hearts. I've done all the wrong things before. I should have cried to him a long time ago."
Yu'er knew clearly that Lord Xu stayed for his brother's remains, but she did not dare to disturb the princess's sweet dream and could only flatter her:
"Your Highness is a beautiful woman, what man wouldn't be attracted to her? Lord Xu was just angry for a moment, but over time, he will naturally understand how good Your Highness is."
The eldest princess dressed up carefully and then entered the chess hall with a fragrant breeze.
"Master Xu, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting. What are you all standing here for? Hurry up and serve Master Xu some tea!"
A group of palace maids filed in, filling a table with exquisite snacks. The best Biluochun tea was steaming and emitting bursts of tea fragrance.
Xu Junzheng had long been impatient, "It's time for the eldest princess to make her move. I only promised the eldest princess to finish this game. The eldest princess doesn't need to worry about the rest."
The princess's white fingers twirled a black piece, hesitating for a long time before making a single move. She propped up her head and smiled at Xu Junzheng, "I'm not a great chess player. Lord Xu, please be more patient."
From beginning to end, Xu Junzheng did not touch anything on the table.
The eldest princess glanced at Yu'er beside her. Yu'er left quietly. When she came back, she was holding a gorgeous incense burner decorated with jewels in her hand, and a faint fragrance filled the air.
Xu Junzheng dropped a white piece with a thud and said coldly, "Princess, I urge you not to play these little tricks! I'd rather sacrifice my life than be distracted by these filthy things. You should keep these for your male lover."
"No regrets after making this move, Princess, look at this game, you've already lost!"
The chess game is already very clear. The white pieces are in a surrounding position, killing all the black pieces.
The eldest princess still refused to give up, "No, I haven't lost yet. I will never admit defeat until the last moment."
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The Princess of Nanning followed the Imperial Noble Consort back to the banquet.
The Imperial Noble Consort was very busy, and many ladies of noble titles were lining up to meet her. The Princess of Nanning bowed and then stepped aside.
She always remembered the Imperial Noble Consort's advice that no matter who she met, she should not leave easily.
Soon, a young eunuch came to report that His Royal Highness Prince An wanted to see him.
Nanning recognized the little eunuch. Every time His Royal Highness Prince An entered the palace, this little eunuch would serve him.
The Imperial Noble Consort was chatting with the Duke's wife. Nanning felt embarrassed to disturb the Imperial Noble Consort for such a small matter. She pondered for a moment and said:
"Xiaoying, go with us and take a look. If His Royal Highness Prince An really has something urgent, report it immediately."
The young eunuch looked embarrassed, "But His Royal Highness Prince An wants the county lady to go there in person."
Nanning's attitude was very firm. "The Imperial Concubine will summon me to speak at any time. After the banquet is over, I will return home with His Royal Highness Prince An. Why rush now?"
The young eunuch was somewhat unwilling, but he had no choice but to take Xiaoying away.
Nanning breathed a sigh of relief. As long as she could wait until the banquet was over and return to Prince An's Mansion, she would be safe.
The feeling of being stared at all the time is so uncomfortable, as if there is a sword hanging over your head, ready to fall at any time.
She didn't even dare to drink more water, and if she wanted to urinate, it would be a hassle.
"Oh~ There are so many beauties, come on, give me a kiss."
A drunken playboy rushed over and staggered into the courtyard of the women. The female guests around him screamed shrilly and hid away.
Nanning subconsciously looked in the direction of the Imperial Concubine, then remembered that the Duke's wife had accidentally spilled a cup of tea and the Imperial Concubine had gone to change her clothes.
Everything happened so fast. The drunk man rushed to her, reeking of alcohol, and reached out to tear her clothes.
Nanning was already frightened and tearful. No matter how careful she was, trouble would still come.
With a loud "bang", the drunk man flew a dozen feet away and hit a big tree.
The drunk seemed to sober up a bit, and he staggered to his feet, his eyes wide open. "Master Xu...Master Xu? Why are you here?"
Xu Junzheng stood in front of Nan Ning and scolded him harshly, "Getting drunk and causing trouble, disturbing the women, is this what your father taught you?"
"Someone, come! Drag him out and hand him over to the Imperial Concubine for punishment! You've disturbed the Crown Prince's Hundred Days Banquet. I think you're tired of living!"
The drunk man shouted for mercy, and someone immediately came forward and dragged him away.
The scene was quickly cleaned up and the women sat down again, all of them secretly looking at Xu Junzheng.
Lord Xu's first wife died early, and now he doesn't even have a personal maid. It can be seen that he is a deeply affectionate person. In this capital, deeply affectionate people are really rare.
Although he has a few strands of white hair, Lord Xu is handsome. When he was the top scholar in the imperial examination and rode a horse through the streets, he won the hearts of countless women, not to mention that he is now on a strong momentum and has a bright future.
The noble ladies covered their faces with their fans, and liked him more and more the more they looked at him. If they could marry into the Xu family, they would not be oppressed by their mother-in-law and worried by their sisters-in-law. They would definitely become a lady of honor in the future. It would be a perfect match.
Nanning's heart was beating violently, as if it was about to burst out of his chest, his cheeks were flushed, and he stammered, unable to utter a complete sentence.
"Thank you so much, Mr. Xu..."
Xu Junzheng chuckled softly, his eyes flickering in a way that was simply captivating. "Princess Nanning, you're welcome. I've had something to say for a long time, and I've been wanting to say it to you in person. I wonder if you're free?"
Nan Ning lowered his head, his ears reddened, "I have...I have time. I have nothing to do, I'm just sitting around."
"That's perfect. Please follow me, Lady County." Xu Junzheng walked in front, deliberately keeping a distance from Nanning.
The two men left one after the other, and a black shadow flashed by and immediately followed them.
The drunk man who had just been dragged out waved away the young eunuch next to him. He stood straight with clear eyes, and there was no sign of drunkenness at all.
He clapped his hands happily and laughed heartily, "The eldest princess is indeed extremely intelligent. This will definitely succeed. Does the emperor really think that a decree can create a county lady? What a bullshit county lady! Without the recognition of the noble family, the decree is just a piece of waste paper!"
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Nanning firmly believed that Lord Xu would not harm her, so she followed him without any suspicion.
She looked at the tall and straight figure in front of her. Lord Xu had just stood in front of her like this. From the beginning of the New Year's Eve banquet, she knew that she was moved.
But she restrained herself from thinking about it. She knew that Lord Xu was deeply in love with his deceased wife. Lord Xu regarded her father as a confidant and her as a junior. He would definitely not like her.
The two stood under the peach tree. This place was remote and no one took care of the peach tree, but it was still blooming luxuriantly, giving it a wild charm.
Nanning couldn't help but feel anticipation. Her cheeks flushed slightly as she said shyly, "Master Xu, Nanning admires you. If you have anything to say, just speak frankly. Nanning is listening."
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