Chapter 517 Extra - Living in the Villa
The next day was the official sports meet, and all the staff were staying at the villa. Prince Ling did not know that the planner was Shu Tong, but he had prepared a private room in advance, which put him in a difficult position.
"I originally wanted the person you brought to stay at the villa so we could prepare for the sports meet tomorrow morning, but I didn't expect it to be my niece-in-law..."
Prince Ling smiled and said, "Then I'll trouble my dear nephew to send his wife over early tomorrow morning."
“There’s no need to go to such trouble.” Chen Ci tapped his fingers on his knees and turned to look at Shu Tong: “Would you mind staying at the Imperial Uncle’s villa for one night?”
“Of course.” Shu Tong had no objection.
This villa has a tranquil environment and its layout and planning are extremely exquisite and perfect.
Shu Tong has always liked this kind of traditional courtyard house, so being able to stay there for a night is naturally a good choice.
Chen Ci seemed to know she would agree, and there was no surprise in his eyes: "Then I'll have to trouble you, Imperial Uncle."
"You're too kind," said Prince Ling. "I'll instruct them to upgrade the rooms now. My nephew's wife is certainly not in the same league as an ordinary strategist."
Shu Tong curtsied and watched Prince Ling leave.
Chen Ci pointed to the seat next to him: "Come and sit down."
Shu Tong walked over and sat down. This was considered a VIP spot on the observation deck, offering an excellent view.
Below are the various events of the sports meet. The lake surface is rippling with blue waves, the football field is covered with lush grass, and there are also pavilions, towers, flowers, and trees.
Looking at the bright scenery as far as the eye could see, Shu Tong felt refreshed: "The vegetation coverage here is really high, and they are all towering ancient trees, which look very serene."
Chen Ci concealed the complexity in his eyes and nodded: "Yes. This house is indeed a hundred years old. It was a birthday gift from Father Emperor to my uncle."
"Wow." Shu Tong's eyes lit up: "This birthday gift is far too luxurious."
Chen Ci smiled faintly: "Do you have any birthday gifts you'd like? I can prepare some for you later."
Shu Tong tilted her head to look at him, a smile playing on her lips: "Can I have anything I want?"
"That depends on what you want," Chen Ci said.
Shu Tong's gaze swept over the man's handsome face, she shrugged slightly, and then looked at the scenery in front of her: "There's nothing I want. Even if there were, I should strive for it myself."
For example, the book on freedom and separation.
Does she think this person will just give it to her if she asks for it?
Chen Ci didn't press for answers, simply saying casually, "What you said makes sense."
Neither of them spoke again, but sat quietly side by side, staring blankly at the scenery before them.
...
After lunch, there was another afternoon rehearsal. Shu Tong was busy on site the whole time, and it wasn't until after dinner that she prepared to go back to her room to rest.
Chen Ci left in the afternoon, and she naturally assumed that he would stay at the Crown Prince's residence tonight and come with the Crown Princess early tomorrow morning.
Unexpectedly, on the way back with the servant carrying a lantern, a familiar figure appeared before her eyes after passing through a corridor.
The man was still wearing the same blue and white brocade robe he had worn during the day, leaning against a pillar and looking up at the full moon in the sky.
She didn't know what he was thinking. From Shu Tong's perspective, she could only see his perfect profile, but for some reason, she felt a little lonely in this scene.
Hearing footsteps approaching, Chen Ci turned his gaze away from the horizon, his tone still nonchalant: "You're back."
Shu Tong nodded: "Yes, Your Highness, is there something else you need from me?"
Chen Ci took the lantern from the maid, waved for her to leave, and turned to Shu Tong, saying, "It's nothing, let's go back to our room."
Shu Tong hesitated for a moment: "I can go back by myself, there is no need for Your Highness to see me off."
Chen Ci toyed with the lantern handle, his tone indifferent: "I also need to go back and rest."
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