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Chu Lian glanced at his red ears with a smile but didn't argue with him.

"Alright, I'll go change in the washroom and then we'll go. Otherwise, grandmother will have to wait."

With that, Chu Lian turned and went to the washroom. Xiyan had already prepared the clothes for them to change into.

As soon as Chu Lian left the room, He Sanlang looked at himself in the bronze mirror. It was clearly an ordinary hairstyle, but he was satisfied with it. In the end, he even smiled foolishly.

Fortunately, the maids in Songtao Court didn't see him like this. Otherwise, they would all kneel down in fear and think that the Third Young Master was possessed.

When Chu Lian came out of the washroom, He Sanlang had already returned to his usual cold and stern demeanor. He sat at the table and took out a book that Chu Lian usually read to pass the time.

As he read, he frowned.

What was written here? A free and unfettered woman?

In the Great Wu Dynasty, even an abandoned woman had no place to stand, let alone a free and unfettered life.

He Changdi flipped through the author's name and snorted. Was this Xue Shanlan guy crazy?

His imagination was too wild. In his opinion, this person didn't even have a skull!

His wife often had strange ideas. Was it because she read Xue Shanlan's book?

He Changdi was so angry that he wanted to burn all these books with a fire.

As he was thinking, He Changdi heard a sound behind him. He raised his head and looked in Chu Lian's direction. Instantly, his eyes lit up.

The clothes he made for the winter had all been borrowed by Miss Pan Nianzhen. Chu Lian had grown taller after her trip to the north, so her original clothes didn't fit her anymore.

She was wearing the dress that Princess Wei had sent over.

It was bright red, and the sleeves and collar were embroidered with complicated patterns. The buttons were inlaid with moist pearls of the same size. The dress was tight, so even though it was a winter dress, it still showed off Chu Lian's slender waist.

He Changdi had never seen Chu Lian dress up seriously. He always knew that she was beautiful, and even in Shengjing, she was top-notch.

In the past, he hated her face and didn't even want to look at it.

So at this moment, he was actually stunned. His deep and serene pupils only reflected the young girl who was as beautiful as the morning glow in front of him.

Chu Lian noticed his momentary loss of composure. She tilted her head coquettishly and laughed. "Why?

Are you stunned? "

He Sanlang's body stiffened, and the corner of his mouth twitched.

How could he have been so stupid to say such 'shameless' words? Could it really be that 'venomous woman' Chu Lian from before?

How could he have made a mistake and allowed himself to suppress his unhappiness?

He Changdi twitched the corner of his mouth and said coldly, "Let's go."

Chu Lian knew that he was actually shy and uncomfortable, so she jogged behind him with a smile.

He Sanlang took a few steps forward and realized that Chu Lian was nowhere to be seen. Hearing the footsteps not far behind him, he unconsciously stopped.

Standing under the porch, the dim light shone on his back, making him look even more handsome and tall.

Hearing the messy footsteps approaching, He Changdi turned around slightly and looked behind him.

He saw a young girl a few steps away from him, lifting her heavy skirt and quickly chasing after them. Then he heard her complain. "He Changdi, why are you walking so fast!"

When Chu Lian walked to He Changdi's side, her right hand, which was naturally hanging by her side, warmed up and was wrapped in a large, dry palm.

He Changdi snorted coldly. "So useless. Even walking so slowly."

Chu Lian was about to glare back when she felt her body lighten. He Changdi had actually carried her horizontally.

The maidservants following behind hurriedly lowered their heads and kept a distance from the Third Young Master and his wife.

Xiyan felt a mountain of pressure. What was wrong with this Third Young Master? Why did he start showing off his affection at the slightest disagreement? Could he not treat the maidservants like air and give them a way out?

Chu Lian swept a glance at the maidservants following behind her and helplessly glared at him. She smiled and said with a double meaning, "I walk very slowly. Are you not going to wait for me?"

He Changdi's footsteps stopped. His eyes, which were against the light, were dark. Chu Lian knew that he was staring at her. She could feel his warm breath on her face.

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"It doesn't matter how slow you walk in the future. At worst, it'll be like this. I'll carry you and you'll eventually catch up to me."

He Sanlang was usually very awkward and rarely said such heartwarming words of love.

When such gentle words were spoken by someone as cold as him, it softened people's hearts even more.

Even Chu Lian couldn't withstand his "offensive" for a moment. She was instantly defeated and drowned in his gentle pampering.

She reached out her arms and wrapped them around He Changdi's neck. Her little head was buried in his broad chest. He Changdi exerted strength in his hands and pushed Chu Lian up. After a moment, he said in a serious tone, "Your Highness was right. You're heavier than before."

Chu Lian, who had just been immersed in the sweetness, was angered by his words. She fiercely ground her teeth and bit He Changdi's slender neck.

Her two little canines were really sharp. Chu Lian was impatient and didn't hold back. She left two rows of red teeth marks on He Sanlang's white neck.

He Changdi's body tensed up from her teasing. He growled, "Chu Lian, behave."

Chu Lian humphed and let go. She flashed her little fists and threatened He Sanlang in his ear, "Don't call me fat in the future."

He Changdi didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He felt that his wife was really very "stupid" sometimes. She couldn't even tell if he was joking or not.

Also, she shouldn't be worried about whether he was fat or not. She should be worried about whether there were any marks on his neck …

This little heartless girl.

He Changdi still had some sense of propriety. When they reached the entrance of Songtao Court, he put Chu Lian down and switched to holding her soft little hand.

It was one thing for a young couple to be sweet in their own courtyard, but if they did this outside, it would be considered improper. People would also look down on Chu Lian as the mistress of the third branch and say that she wasn't dignified.

He Ying and her daughter lived in Qingyuan Hall, so they arrived very early.

The two of them had already dressed up and sat next to Matriarch He for half an hour.

Today was a rare reunion at Count Jing 'an's estate. Not only did the third branch's young couple return, but the second son, He Changjue, also returned.

Even the grounded wife of the heir, Madam Zou, and the bedridden Countess Jing 'an were all present.

Pan Nianzhen sat next to her mother and fiddled with the handkerchief in her hand. However, her heart was a mess.

She absentmindedly thought about what her mother had said to her in the room just now.

Second Older Cousin was also coming back for the reunion dinner tonight. Among the three grandsons of Count Jing 'an's estate, only Second Older Cousin wasn't married yet.

He was currently working for the Dragon-Tiger Guards. Not long ago, he followed Prince Jin to investigate a big case in Zhangzhou. Although his contributions weren't as great as Third Older Cousin's, he wouldn't be doing too badly in the future.

Every year, the Emperor would choose ten or so outstanding disciples from the Dragon-Tiger Guards to become Imperial Bodyguards. One didn't even need to think to know how popular the task of accompanying the Emperor was.

Moreover, Second Older Cousin was an older man. He would be twenty-five after the new year. At this age, it would be difficult for him to find a suitable noble lady in the capital.

Thus, a young lady of marriageable age like her, who knew him well and had a suitable identity, was the most suitable.

If she got married, she would stay at her maternal grandmother's house. Her maternal grandmother would take care of her daily, so her days wouldn't be too bad.

It had to be said that although He Ying had a lot of flaws, she was sincerely thinking about her daughter.

She was right. Being able to marry into Count Jing 'an's estate was the best ending for Pan Nianzhen.

Pan Nianzhen's emotions fluctuated continuously. Although she was timid, she wasn't stupid. Sometimes, she could see things more clearly than her mother.

Indeed, it would be best if she could marry Second Older Cousin. However, it was inevitable for young girls like her to yearn for love and be rebellious.

When she thought about the day she caught a glimpse of him in the Plum Pavilion in the Prince of Wei's estate, her heart would beat uncontrollably.

She grew up in a small city like Siyang and had never seen such a perfect man. Furthermore, he purposely turned around and smiled gently at her. At that moment, it was as if the plum blossoms around her had suddenly bloomed, filling her nose with the elegant fragrance of plum blossoms.

She really couldn't forget how such a good-looking man could exist in this world.

After that, she also asked around and found out that he was this year's top scholar. He was the proud disciple of the old British duke. Although he was young, he was highly valued by the Emperor. Furthermore, he wasn't engaged. She heard that his parents passed away early. It turned out that his family was poor. He was able to participate in the imperial examinations because of the old British duke's sponsorship.

If it wasn't a noble family, then why couldn't she be his legal wife?

No matter what, she was now the young miss of Count Jing 'an's estate and Marquis Ding Yuan's biological younger cousin!

As long as her mother was willing to mention it to her maternal grandmother and as long as Third Older Cousin could return to her maternal family and say a word, then it wouldn't be impossible for her to marry Xiao Bojian.

Second Older Cousin was very good, but she still preferred the handsome top scholar, Xiao Bojian.

As long as she could marry him, her uncle would also help her a bit. At that time, she would also have some face in front of Xiao Bojian.

Pan Nianzhen had a good plan here, but it was all self-wishful thinking. It was as if all the good men in the world had to be chosen by her in front of her. As long as she liked him, he would definitely marry her. It was unknown where she got her confidence from.

There was a commotion at the entrance of the reception hall of Qingwen Hall. Nurse Liu's joyful voice came from the door, startling Pan Nianzhen back to her senses.

Nurse Liu's words were sincere. "You're finally back. The old matriarch has been worried about you!

She has to ask this old servant every day. Quickly, quickly come in. "

Following that, a deep and magnetic voice rang out. "I've made Nurse Liu worry."

This pleasant voice was like the most meaningful ancient zither lightly tapping on the heartstrings. It made one's entire body go numb in an instant.

Pan Nianzhen's eyes quickly fell on the entrance of the reception hall. In the next second, she saw a man who was as handsome as the moon walk in with his hands behind his back.

His brows seemed to be meticulously sculpted. He had a cold temperament and a pair of deep eyes that seemed bottomless. His thin lips were slightly pursed. He looked ruthless, but it also made one unable to help but disregard their own safety.

He was tall, handsome, and tall and handsome. He was dressed in an ordinary robe, but it made one feel that he was oppressively wealthy.

Compared to Xiao Bojian, the person in front of her was a bit more cold and aloof, but also a bit more heroic and imposing. It really made her heart beat faster.

Pan Nianzhen's small face instantly turned red. She opened her mouth and shyly said, "Second … Second Older Cousin …"