Started as a thatched house and ended up as a female figure

In front of the gate of Xu Mansion, Xu Zhinian held Cheng Wan's hand affectionately, "Awan, why did you come into the city today? I haven't seen you for several days."

"By the way, has the tofu shop and sauce shop you mentioned last time started construction? Is there anything you need my help with? I'm almost bored to death at home, and I said in the morning that I would go to your house to find you tomorrow!"

"The tofu shop and sauce shop just started construction today. I don't need your help at the moment. I went into the city to do some errands and just happened to come see you."

As soon as Xu Zhinian heard that Cheng Wan had something to do, he stopped clinging to Cheng Wan, joked with Cheng Wan for a few more words, and then took the initiative to let Cheng Wan go do business quickly.

"You go and do some serious business, but remember to come to me after you're done. I want to go back to your house with you."

Cheng Wan looked at Xu Zhinian with a smile, said nothing, only waved to Xu Zhinian as a farewell, then turned and left.

Prince Rui is not something anyone can meet if they want to, so Cheng Wan and Xu Zhinian went to the Gu Mansion first after they separated, thinking about asking Gu Yan to introduce him to her.

It's a pity that Gu Yan is not here.

"Miss Cheng, my young master has gone to Prince Rui's Mansion. What's the important thing you want to see him for? Why don't you go and call the young master back?"

"No, I'll wait for him to come back."

Cheng Wan bent down and picked up Gu Yu, touched Gu Yu's little head, and kissed Gu Yu's white and soft face.

Originally, Cheng Wan said she would pick Gu Yu up when the snow stopped, but she was too busy during this time.

After the snow stopped on the road, Cheng Wan made a special trip to the city and told the baby about the situation. The baby was also very well-behaved and let Cheng Wan hold her for a while without crying or fussing.

Gu Yu hugged Cheng Wan's neck and rubbed his little face against Cheng Wan's, "Wanwan, I miss you."

Cheng Wan and Gu Yu, one big and one small, hugged each other affectionately, and the smiles on their faces were the same clear and pure.

Shaoqing was by his side, teasing Gu Yu with Cheng Wan from time to time. The atmosphere in the hall was excellent.

Gu Yan didn't let Cheng Wan wait too long. Two quarters of an hour later, Gu Yan's steady and powerful footsteps could be heard outside the hall.

Shaoqing's eyes lit up, he turned around and ran out briskly, "Master! Miss Cheng is here!"

Gu Yan's face was calm and nothing could be seen on his face, but the quickening pace of his feet revealed the unrest in his heart.

"Gu Yan." Cheng Wan stood at the door of the hall with Gu Yu in her arms, facing Gu Yan face to face.

"Ah, Miss Cheng." Gu Yan nodded towards Cheng Wan, his voice was low and the indifference between his eyebrows disappeared.

Cheng Wan handed Gu Yu to Shaoqing, then looked at Gu Yan, "I want to see Prince Rui."

Shaoqing, who had just held Gu Yu firmly, suddenly turned his head to look at Cheng Wan, his mouth wide open and his eyes full of shock.

"now?"

Gu Yan's plain and clear voice sounded, and Shaoqing immediately turned to look at Gu Yan again, his eyebrows raised higher and his mouth opened wider.

"Take me to take Prince Rui. Will Prince Rui blame you?"

"No, it's a small matter."

"Let's go then."

Gu Yan and Cheng Wan walked away side by side. Shaoqing was dumbfounded when he saw the two people's matching backs, "No, this...is he really going? Just go as he said? Then...that's Prince Rui." !”

Prince Rui's Mansion is located in the northeast of Shuoyang City. There is only Prince Rui's Mansion in this area.

From a distance, you can tell that the prince's mansion is not as grand as usual. There are two large stone lions squatting on both sides of the mansion. Eight large vermilion pillars stand in front of the three vermilion animal-headed doors. The main entrance is closed, leaving only the east and west doors. The corner door is open.

Cheng Wan raised his head and looked at the plaque above the main entrance. The three characters "Prince Rui's Mansion" were written on it. In addition, there were guards in armor on both sides of the corner door, exuding a solemn air. The majesty of the royal family was everywhere.

Gu Yan handed the horse he was holding to the servants of Prince Rui's Mansion to take care of him. He turned to look at Cheng Wan who got off the carriage and said warmly: "Wait here, a servant has already gone to report, and we will be here soon." There will be a reply."

Sure enough, in less than a quarter of an hour, Cheng Wan saw a young boy walking out in a hurry but in a very steady and orderly manner.

"Master Gu, please."

Gu Yan nodded lightly towards Cheng Wan and motioned to follow him.

Cheng Wan took a deep breath cryptically and raised her feet to follow Gu Yan.

After entering the corner gate of Prince Rui's Mansion, Cheng Wan didn't look around, but just followed Gu Yan inward.

Half a quarter of an hour later, Cheng Wan followed Gu Yan and stopped outside the central hall in the front yard of Prince Rui's Mansion.

The boy leading the way bent down and said in a respectful voice, "Master Gu, the prince and the prince are already waiting inside."

Gu Yan turned to look at Cheng Wan, his eyebrows gentle, "Don't be afraid, I'm here."

Cheng Wan was stunned. She thought that her uneasiness was well concealed and no one would notice it.

The person he was about to meet was the master of Liangzhou, one of the most powerful people in this dynasty. With just one word from him, Cheng Wan would be dead and elsewhere.

In this situation, how could Cheng Wan not feel any fear at all?

Cheng Wan is also an ordinary person with normal emotions.

Various thoughts flashed through Cheng Wan's mind. She raised her head and smiled at Gu Yan, saying softly: "I know."

Gu Yan twitched the corner of his mouth, seeming to chuckle, then turned around and walked into the central hall.

Cheng Wan can't go in yet, she needs to wait for King Rui to summon her.

In the elegant and generous nave, Gu Yan stood in the middle, lowered his head and bent his hands, respectfully saluting Prince Rui who was sitting on the main seat, "See you, Your Majesty."

After saying that, Gu Yan kept his feet still, turned his upper body slightly, and faced Mu Yao below Prince Rui, "See you, Crown Prince."

Prince Rui turned the ring on his right thumb and looked at Gu Yan, his sharp and determined eyes filled with love for his junior, "You don't have to be polite at first, just sit down."

"Your Majesty, Yan Chu brought a friend here today. She wants to meet you. She must have something to show you."

Gu Yan had long noticed the baggage Cheng Wan was carrying, and the baggage never left Cheng Wan's body.

Prince Rui kept turning his finger, looked at Gu Yan with unknown meaning, chuckled, and ordered the eunuch Chang Fu behind him: "Go, let the little girl outside come in."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Gu Yan stood up and bowed respectfully to Prince Rui again.

Prince Rui waved his hand slightly and squinted at Cheng Wan, who was following Chang Fu and was about to enter the central hall. His tone was unclear, "I am also really curious about what that girl wants to show me."

Cheng Wan stood where Gu Yan had just stood, with his eyes lowered, using the etiquette taught by Gu Yan on the road just now, he bowed respectfully to Prince Rui, "See Prince Rui."

Then Cheng Wan, like Gu Yan just now, kept his feet still and turned his upper body slightly towards Mu Yao, "See you, Crown Prince."

"No courtesy." King Rui's deep voice sounded. Cheng Wan stood up straight and looked at King Rui.