Chapter 7
Just then, a dignified and elegant voice rang out.
"What? Are you getting impatient because I asked you to wait a few more moments? If so, I dare not keep you here in my residence!"
Song Leyuan's voice was calm, yet it carried an undeniable sarcasm and sneer.
What is that?!
She even dares to make up stories about the person she's currently eyeing...
A plaything? That doesn't seem right.
And what then? ...A friend?
Or perhaps...
Feeling the intense pounding in her chest, Song Leyuan frowned slightly and stopped thinking about it.
In any case, those she takes under her wing are not to be trifled with by others!
Upon hearing this voice, the gossiping noble ladies all stopped talking.
"Your Highness, please calm down!" They all lowered their heads, their hearts pounding in their throats.
Just then, a gentle female voice rang out: "Your Highness."
Song Leyuan frowned slightly. "What are you planning to do now? I wasn't wrong this time!"
Although he said it that way, there was an inexplicable sense of doting in his words.
It made everyone wonder if they were still dreaming.
The gentle voice, tinged with a soft laugh, seemed to be coaxing a child. She said, "Your Highness, please don't be angry. Getting angry is bad for your health."
Song Leyuan thought she would say something about He, but she didn't expect her to be concerned about her health.
Her ears inexplicably burned, but her face remained aloof. "You're quite capable, daring to interfere with me."
Ling Wu smiled gently, "Your Highness is kind-hearted and has a good temper. I have been too bold to offend you."
Her voice was soft and gentle, and it sounded extremely charming.
Song Leyuan felt a surge of inexplicable joy.
No one had ever praised her like this before, and it felt rather... novel?
Song Leyuan hummed softly.
But Lingwu noticed the slight upturn at the corners of Song Leyuan's mouth, a faint smile on her face.
The noble ladies, bowing their heads in worship, had a mixture of surprise and confusion in their eyes.
Kind-hearted! Good-tempered!
Who exactly is this person?
That's unbelievable... You're blatantly lying!
What's even more terrifying is that she subdued the arrogant and domineering princess with just one sentence.
You should know that when Her Highness gets angry, even His Majesty can't handle her!
The ladies were all guessing the identity of the owner of the gentle voice, but none of them dared to raise their eyes, keeping their brows lowered the whole time.
A few people recognized the familiar voice, and the surprise in their eyes subsided slightly.
If it were Miss Bai, it would seem somewhat... reasonable?
But this is Her Highness the Eldest Princess!
A hint of shyness crept into Song Leyuan's eyes and brows. "Alright, everyone, no need for formalities."
Since everyone says she's kind-hearted and good-tempered, she shouldn't embarrass herself at this moment.
The noblewoman rose, her gaze subtly searching for Lingwu's location.
For a moment, everyone held their breath.
She was dressed in a flowing red gown, exuding elegance and gentleness; every smile and gesture was exquisitely beautiful.
Especially her eyes, clear and clean, like a lake, so pure that they seemed never to have been stained.
On that exquisitely beautiful face, those gentle eyes were especially alluring and captivating.
And this clothing...
Upon closer inspection, it appears to be the princess's dress!
It is unclear whether this was due to Song Leyuan's personal motives or something else.
Song Leyuan changed into a dress that was almost identical in style to the red dress Ling Wu was wearing, only slightly more vibrant in color.
Song Leyuan was displeased to see a group of women staring at Bai Lingwu.
"Heh, could it be that this Miss Bai is even more beautiful than me?"
What are you looking at?
If Bai Lingwu hadn't just praised her for her kind heart, she would have gouged out their eyes!
The noble ladies quickly pulled themselves out of their strange thoughts and began to coax her:
"Your Highness is the most beautiful woman in Shengjing, no one can compare to her!"
"Indeed, Her Highness the Princess is exceptionally beautiful, unmatched by anyone else."
"..."
They knew that as long as they praised and flattered the princess without overstepping any boundaries, they would not gain her favor, but they would certainly not displease her.
However, this turned out to be the legendary Miss Bai.
She possessed an air of grandeur and gentleness, along with a stunning beauty that captivated even them.
Song Leyuan wore a gold-threaded red dress, her black hair was tied up in a bun, and her face was charming and graceful, but because of her furrowed brows, she had a bit of fierceness about her.
"But I find this Miss Bai to be a stunning beauty."
She was also somewhat displeased with these noble ladies, saying that Bai Lingwu was not as good as her...
Could it be that she's having a relapse?
After the flower viewing is over, she needs to summon the imperial physician to ask her what exactly happened.
The noble ladies all stopped talking at once.
What does this mean? How did I upset the Princess again?
Why did Her Highness the Eldest Princess change her expression so quickly today, even faster than usual?
Seeing the troubled expressions on the faces of the noble ladies, and several pleading glances directed at her, Bai Lingwu returned a reassuring smile.
Then he took a closer look at Song Leyuan.
When she saw the earnest gaze fixed on her, Song Leyuan's cheeks gradually flushed.
Ling Wu then slowly spoke: "Your Highness truly lives up to the title of the most beautiful woman in Shengjing."
Lingwu's voice was soft, but the earnestness and purity in her eyes made it easy to believe that she truly thought so, rather than being hypocritical.
Song Leyuan's expression softened, a hint of smugness in her eyes. "You're quite the smooth talker."
Little did they know that Song Leyuan's heart was pounding with excitement.
She felt as if that gentle gaze softened her entire body when it fell upon her.
Ling Wu smiled gently.
The two stood together, their red skirts fluttering, one like a blazing flame, the other like shimmering spring water.
Yet, it seemed as if a vast distance separated them.
Thanks to Ling Wu's presence, the ladies were not as anxious and fearful as they usually were during this flower-viewing trip.
Before leaving, the noble ladies bowed to Song Leyuan to say goodbye, and with tender glances, they thanked Lingwu.
You can admire flowers anywhere, but the princess's invitation to admire flowers represents the emperor's favor.
This also means that they will receive even better treatment when they return home.
So even though each time feels like licking blood from an invisible blade, they still do it willingly.
Today was the first time I wasn't afraid and even managed to exchange a few words with the Princess.
He couldn't help but feel both grateful and admiring towards Ling Wu.
After all, no one dared to imagine beforehand that this Miss Bai, with her gentle and tender appearance, could make even the Eldest Princess willingly become her softie.
Even now, they can't help but want to drown in those eyes.
However, their little schemes were like a delicate rose in full bloom in front of Song Leyuan, completely transparent to her.
Her phoenix eyes were slightly cold.
As Ling Wu left, Song Leyuan curled her lip in displeasure, "Hmph, she ran away quickly. Could it be that there are ghosts in this princess's residence?"
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