However, Lu Ziyuan's pace quickened, leaving Zhong Muyu and Su Zhirou behind.
It was clear that he didn't want Lu Ziqing to bother him, while Lu Ziqing seemed very close to him and even a little bit admiring.
Seeing Su Zhirou closely following Lu Ziyuan, Zhong Muyu slowed down and walked to Lu Ziqing's side: "Tomorrow is the sacrificial ceremony, and the gathering is the day after tomorrow. Prince Rong still has time to do his homework, so don't rush!"
"That's true, but I don't really manage much about the affairs of the fiefdom. The prefect is hardworking and honest, and there's really nothing I can interfere with."
Lu Ziqing couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.
Zhong Muyu thought for a moment: "Hmm... You can ask your attendants first. They definitely know more about people's livelihood issues than you do. As for how to answer, you can ask Lu Ziyuan, or you can ask other princes. In short, don't overcomplicate things."
"This method might work, I'll go try it right away! Seventh Sister-in-law, thank you so much! Without further ado, I'll go ask!"
Zhong Muyu was just casually comforting him, but she didn't expect him to be so motivated that he stood there stunned for a moment.
Zaochun sighed, "His Highness Prince Rong is truly a man of deep feeling. Fortunately, the Princess Consort came up with a solution for him, otherwise he would definitely have continued to pester the Prince."
"That's good. Seeing how enthusiastic he is towards Lu Ziyuan, their relationship must be good, so we don't need to worry about it. By the way, where are we staying?"
Zhong Muyu looked around. Compared to the Prince of Ling's mansion, there were quite a few people here, with a large number of guards and servants, all busy at work. It seemed that another prince had arrived at the gate in the distance, and a crowd had gathered there.
"I just saw Consort Su chasing after the Prince over there, let's go over there too."
In early spring, she led Zhong Muyu through the garden to a courtyard.
The servants were busy when Zaochun called out to one of them, "Where is the Prince?"
"Reporting to Miss, the Prince is currently with Consort Su."
Do you know where the princess is living now?
"Princess and Prince live in the same place. Please follow me."
The two followed the maid around the corridor and arrived at a magnificent and spacious house.
The house occupies a large area and is the main house. It is fully furnished and even has a study.
Zhong Muyu was looking around at the facilities in the courtyard when she inadvertently saw Chengfeng and Zhiyu going in and out of the side room.
Zaochun naturally saw it too, and asked the maid, "Is that where Consort Su lives?"
"Yes, Consort Su has been arranged to stay there."
"Alright, you can go and get back to work."
After dismissing the maid in early spring, Zhong Muyu stared thoughtfully at the side room: "It's really close by."
"There's nothing we can do about it. All the princes and their families live here, so it's bound to be a bit crowded."
"That's not what I meant. Never mind, let's check out where we're staying first!"
Just then, Chengfeng rushed over from not far away: "Your subordinate greets Your Highness!"
"Riding the Wind? What are you doing here?"
Chengfeng said apologetically, "His Highness arranged for me to work by the Princess's side, so I came to find her. I was late because His Highness had given me some instructions. Please forgive me, Princess!"
Zhong Muyu thought for a moment: "There's nothing here that I need you to do... Wait, how about we go for a stroll in the market?"
Zhong Muyu changed the subject abruptly, her eyes instantly sparkling.
This place exudes a solemn atmosphere from the inside out, so there's no point in staying here. I might as well go out and take a look.
But as soon as she said it, Zaochun and Chengfeng flatly refused:
"No!"
"no!"
Early Spring realized she had overreacted and quickly lowered her voice, saying, "If you keep running outside like this, the Prince will be angry again. Your Highness, it's better to avoid trouble here. If you're really bored, why don't you go chat with the other princesses?"
“What’s the point of talking to them? I don’t even know them. Besides, we don’t need to worry about the prince getting angry. He’s currently enjoying himself with Su Zhirou and won’t care about us. You guys go change your clothes and let’s go out discreetly.”
After Zhong Muyu finished speaking, she was about to go change her clothes when Chengfeng stopped her: "Your Highness, please think it over. Even if you don't consider the Prince, this royal villa is heavily guarded. How can you leave without anyone noticing?"
Zhong Muyu asked, "Then how do the servants get out?"
Chengfeng said, "The servants here are all on the register. Guards like us have our own tokens, and the personal maids of the princesses don't go out easily either."
"Let me think..."
Zhong Muyu wrapped the sash around her fingers, and after wrapping it three times, a plan suddenly came to her mind.
Soon, three people appeared at the side gate of the villa: Chengfeng, who looked like a guard, and two maids with their heads bowed and hands at their sides.
Chengfeng cleared his throat, concealing his unease, and said, "My Lady of the Ling Prince wishes to purchase some items and has specifically asked me to take two maids with me. Please allow us to proceed, sir."
A middle-aged man dressed as an official looked them over several times and asked, "Do you have any proof?"
Chengfeng took out the token and placed it in front of him: "This is the token of the guards of the Prince of Ling's Mansion."
The guard picked it up and examined it. After confirming that it was correct, he waved his hand and let them pass: "The gates of the villa will close at dusk. No one is allowed to enter or leave. Remember to return quickly."
"Don't worry, sir, we'll be right back."
After the three of them got out safely, Zaochun immediately breathed a sigh of relief: "It was easier than I expected."
Zhong Muyu said, "I knew it, it's not that difficult. You're making a fuss over nothing."
Chengfeng said, "It's still my token that's useful. In places like this, people tend to trust the royal family's close guards more. This isn't my first time here, so the guards probably recognize me."
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