The Fourth Prince gradually cald down and finally focused on Situtu Qinger, squinting his phoenix eyes as he examined her closely...
This young woman before him had exquisite makeup on her face; her eyes were fixed on him. Her skin was very fair, her cherry lips were radiant and alluring, and strands of hair beside her cheeks swayed gently with her posture. She wore a light green long dress, her waist slender—she was so beautiful and flawless, resembling a celestial being untouched by worldly matters.
The Fourth Prince rembered being captivated by her a while ago. However, the Empress Mother had been emphasizing the importance of Situtu Xueer’s identity as the Eldest Legitimate Daughter, which would greatly aid him in ascending to the position of Crown Prince. Due to various reasons, he wisely chose power.
Indeed, as long as he could occupy that high position, he could have any woman he wanted. Why ruin his emperor’s dream for one flower? It was not worth it.
Pulling back his thoughts, the Fourth Prince smiled and asked, "Second Miss, what painting?"
Successfully blocking the Fourth Prince from pursuing Situtu Xueer’s footsteps, Situtu Qinger felt quite proud in her heart and said to the Fourth Prince, "Fourth Prince, follow and you’ll see."
Saying this, she started walking towards the inner room with small steps.
"Cough, cough, cough!"
Situ Yongjie coughed forcefully, thinking whether this daughter could be more reserved. Bringing an adult man to her boudoir in broad daylight, if word spread, it would tarnish the General’s Mansion’s reputation. However, due to the prince’s status, he couldn’t express it outright, so he resorted to coughing as a reminder, hoping they would be more mindful.
Situtu Qinger stopped her steps, turned her head and asked strangely, "Father, is your throat uncomfortable? Why are you coughing so much?"
Situ Yongjie instantly felt overwheld. This daughter usually seed clever and smart; how could she always falter at crucial monts!
Situ Yongjie, being a man, naturally did not understand that when a woman encounters a man she admires, her intelligence becos zero, much less being wise.
The Fourth Prince was watching nearby.
Situ Yongjie felt bitter in his heart! This daughter was indeed a pitfall for her father.
"Yes, yes, yes, my temper has been bit fiery lately, rising heat, my throat itches!" Having said this, he turned to look at the Fourth Prince and forced a smile, saying, "Fourth Prince, apologize for the awkwardness."
"No problem."
The Fourth Prince, who had grown up in the palace and was a wise person himself, naturally understood Situ Yongjie’s aning, and stopped his steps: "Second Miss, this Prince will not go in, just bring it over."
Not going in? The Fourth Prince had just agreed so well, why did he change his mind?
Situtu Qinger’s expression clearly paused for a mont, looked at Situ Yongjie, then at the Fourth Prince, seeing them silent, she reluctantly smiled and said, "Alright, Fourth Prince, please wait a mont, this servant lady will return shortly."
The Fourth Prince sat on a nearby stool, waved at her with a smile, and said, "Hmm! Go ahead."
Accompanied by a maid, Situtu Qinger returned to the courtyard to fetch the painting, fearing the Fourth Prince’s impatience, she hurried quickly.
Upon returning, her forehead was covered with small beads of sweat, showing the urgency of her steps.
Situ Qinger: "Fourth Prince, apologies for the wait."
Fourth Prince: "No problem."
Inside, Situtu Qinger’s heart fluttered like a little deer, believing the Fourth Prince had a good impression of her. It seed even if she couldn’t beco the Fourth Prince’s Wife, securing a position as a Consort surely wouldn’t be a problem, feeling imnsely delighted in her heart.
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