The flower viewing party ended, and Wuxiha sent people to escort the young ladies out of the mansion. They thought they would see the Fifth Prince at the Princess's mansion, but they didn't see a single person in the end. They were extremely disappointed and left the mansion in a huff.
Wuzhaku followed the crowd out, but Wuxiha had her maid find an excuse to keep her there.
Confused, Wu Zhaku followed Wu Xiha and asked, "The princess said she has someone important to see me. Who is it?"
Ushiha turned around with a mysterious smile and said, "You'll find out when you get there!"
Wu Zhakushi did not want to ask too many questions. She followed Wuxiha all the way to Changchun Palace. Only when she saw Lanqin did she realize what was happening and stood there at a loss.
Lanqin sized up the young girl; she was quite pretty. Intending to put her in a difficult position, she feigned sternness and asked, "Why don't you bow to me?"
Wu Zhaku was slightly taken aback, then realized her rudeness. She immediately knelt down and exclaimed, "This humble girl has never seen Consort Xi before. I had imagined her to be elegant, dignified, and virtuous. But upon seeing her today, I find her to possess a beauty that could rival the most beautiful women in history, capable of captivating a nation. Now, holding a high position, she is popular and gentle. Who wouldn't be moved by her charm? That's why I was momentarily captivated by her aura and lost my composure... I forgot to pay my respects. I beg Your Majesty's forgiveness..."
Lanqin was taken aback, not expecting Wu Zhaku to be so sweet-talking. She was speechless yet pleased with her words, so she broke down in laughter and said, "You're quite the sweet-talking girl. Lift your head and let me take a good look at you..."
Although Wu Zhaku was nervous, she was not intimidated. She obediently raised her head, but dared not meet Lanqin's gaze.
Lanqin instantly took a liking to this incredibly cute, innocent, and kind-hearted girl. She asked gently, "Do you know why I've summoned you here?"
Wu Zhaku said, "I don't know, but no matter what, I have no regrets as long as I can see Your Majesty in person..."
Lanqin smiled and said, "Today you will not only see me, but there is someone else who will also be meeting you..." Wu Zhaku was startled. She saw a familiar figure appear behind Lanqin and immediately recognized him. Upon closer inspection, she realized it was the "gardener" who had made a mistake at the princess's residence before.
Wu Zhaku opened her mouth wide and pointed at Hongzhou, exclaiming, "This...you're not..."
Hongzhou had changed out of the gardener's clothes and put back into his prince's robes. He stepped out from behind Lanqin and smiled at Wuzhaku, saying, "That's right! The gardener you just saved is me!"
Wu Zhaku immediately understood, lowered her head, and her face flushed slightly. She was a perceptive person and immediately understood what was going on.
Lanqin could tell that Uzak also had a good impression of Hongzhou. Seeing that both of them were blushing, she felt like she was the matchmaker and asked with secret joy, "I heard that your father is the Deputy Commander-in-Chief Wushitu?"
Wu Zhaku nodded and said, "My daughter is indeed the daughter of Deputy Commander Wu Shitu..."
Lanqin wanted to learn more about Uzak's personality and hobbies, so she asked, "What do you like to do on a daily basis?"
Without hesitation, Wu Zhaku blurted out, "Having grown accustomed to seeing Father wielding swords and spears, I also followed Father in learning martial arts. Although Father often says that women shouldn't learn these things, I feel that while women cannot compare to men, they should also have things they enjoy..." Wu Zhaku immediately realized her mistake and hesitantly added, "I am also well-versed in the Four Books and Five Classics, and have some knowledge of music, chess, calligraphy, and painting..."
Lanqin was pleased with Wu Zhaku's straightforward personality and couldn't help but smile, saying, "You're quite honest..."
Wu Zhaku nodded shyly and whispered, "This humble girl would not dare to deceive Your Majesty..."
Lanqin nodded to Hongzhou, implying that Hongzhou had good judgment and a very good impression of Wuzhaku...
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