After a while, a maidservant announced that someone had come to the East Palace.
"Really? Please come in quickly." Bi Linglong stood up instantly and was about to walk out when she suddenly turned around and checked herself in the dressing mirror. Seeing that there was no flaw, she lifted her skirt and ran out.
Rong Mo, standing behind her, was surprised and wondered what was wrong with the Crown Princess. Why was she so agitated when receiving servants?
The Crown Princess stopped when she reached the reception hall, straightened her slightly disheveled clothes from running, regained her usual composure and elegance, cleared her throat, and pushed open the door to go out: "Why are you here so early, Your Majesty..."
She stopped mid-sentence, because she realized that the people in the hall were not the ones she had imagined.
Two young men were sitting in the hall drinking tea. Although they looked somewhat similar, their mannerisms were completely different. The bearded man sat upright in his chair, exuding a composed and dignified air.
The other one had his legs crossed, his feet were shaking uncontrollably, and he had a frivolous look on his face.
Hearing the door open, the two turned around and saw Bi Linglong. They immediately stood up and went over to her.
"Greetings, Crown Princess!"
"A beautiful young lady!"
"So it's you two." Bi Linglong was immediately disappointed. The two people in front of her were the brothers Gu Heng and Gu Xing, who had cultivated together since childhood. The one with the beard and a composed demeanor was the older brother, Gu Heng, while the one who looked somewhat carefree was the younger brother, Gu Xing.
"Who does Linglong think it is?" Gu Xing laughed.
Bi Linglong composed herself and put on her usual formulaic superior smile: "I've been waiting for you all. It's been a long time since we last met."
Gu Heng stared at her, filled with emotion: "Yes, we haven't seen each other since you entered the palace as the Crown Princess." His eyes revealed deep feelings and regret.
Gu Xing, standing to the side, was much more direct: "Long time no see, Linglong has become more and more beautiful."
Gu Heng frowned: "Second brother, she has become the Crown Princess. We are of different ranks, so we can't call her by her name like before."
Bi Linglong smiled and said, "It's alright. We've all grown up together, so there's no need to be so formal. Please have a seat."
Gu Xing smiled and said to Gu Heng, "Brother, I knew it. Linglong won't change. She's still as understanding as ever."
Bi Linglong, who sat at the head of the table, maintained a gentle smile on her face. The affection in the eyes of the two brothers could not be hidden from her eyes. She had been smart since she was a child, so how could she not know that the two brothers liked her?
However, she didn't point it out and pretended to be oblivious all along.
In her view, once she became the Crown Princess, the two of them would naturally give up this idea.
Moreover, it's not a bad thing for two more people to like her. As someone in a superior position, she knows how to use this admiration to better manage her subordinates.
"Huh, where is the Crown Prince?" Gu Heng looked around curiously.
Bi Linglong replied, "He hasn't gotten up yet."
"The Crown Prince is truly magnanimous, with no worries or obstacles." Although Gu Heng praised him, a hint of disdain flashed in his eyes.
Gu Xing's tone was also tinged with envy: "The Crown Prince is truly blessed. He must be exhausted and needs to rest more."
The thought of that stupid, fat guy who was on top of his goddess every night, making him so tired, drove him crazy with jealousy.
But who can blame him for being lucky enough to be the crown prince?
Bi Linglong naturally sensed the resentment between the two. Although she also had many grievances against the Crown Prince, she could not agree with them, nor would she reprimand them at this critical moment of setting out on the expedition, lest it damage the morale of the army. She simply glanced subconsciously toward the main gate, wondering why that person had not yet arrived.
The Gu brothers were extremely excited to see Bi Linglong, and they had endless things to say, constantly reminiscing about their childhood.
Bi Linglong initially responded, but seeing the two becoming increasingly excited, she couldn't help but frown secretly. Although they were childhood sweethearts, they should still avoid suspicion within the Eastern Palace.
So she took the initiative to steer the conversation toward the trip to the secret realm, and Gu Xing immediately patted his chest excitedly and said, "Linglong, don't worry, we'll take care of everything for the Crown Prince's exam. We'll handle everything for you."
Gu Heng also said, "That's right. This time I have collected a lot of information about the Azure Moon Dragon, and I have also practiced with my warriors how to coordinate the hunt. It will be absolutely foolproof."
A genuine smile finally appeared on Bi Linglong's face: "Thank you so much."
Gu Xing laughed and said, "Linglong, you're too kind. We're talking like this between us. You're treating us like outsiders..."
Bi Linglong responded with a smile, her demeanor and language flawless.
Although the two brothers sensed that she was somewhat distant, they felt it was only natural, as she was the high and mighty Crown Princess, and this demeanor was more in line with their expectations.
The group discussed the various possibilities that might occur when they went to the secret realm, and time passed by unnoticed.
Even the Crown Prince got up and dressed with the help of eunuchs, but Zu An still did not appear.
"Is the Crown Princess waiting for someone?" The Gu brothers also noticed something was amiss, and Gu Heng couldn't help but ask.
Bi Linglong nodded: "We are waiting for the Crown Prince's Junior Tutor, Lord Zu Anzu."
"Oh, that Chu family son-in-law from Mingyue City?" Gu Xing chuckled, his tone tinged with disdain.
Bi Linglong frowned slightly, but ultimately said nothing.
Gu Heng coughed and said, "Second brother, speak properly. Lord Zu is now the Crown Prince's junior official."
Gu Xing muttered, "He's originally from Mingyue City, and he's also the Chu family's son-in-law. I didn't say anything wrong."
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