Bai Qianqian looked at Prince Chen's serious expression and sighed helplessly, "Prince, Jin'er is only nine years old now. Are you so anxious for her to get married?"

The corners of King Chen's mouth slightly raised, his eyes full of doting, "My daughter Jin'er is so outstanding and lovely, so naturally I have to prepare for her early, and I can't let her suffer any grievances in these matters. Moreover, I can't bear to let her get married so soon, but the dowry must be prepared slowly."

Bai Qianqian snorted, "You are the only one who pampers her. If An'er and Xiao'er knew what you were thinking, they would probably be jealous."

Prince Chen put down the gift list and hugged Bai Qianqian in his arms. "These two boys should act like brothers. How can they compete with their sister? Besides, the betrothal gifts I prepare for them will not be bad. They will not be embarrassed in front of their daughter-in-law."

Bai Qianqian leaned in the arms of King Chen, smiling, "You are right, but regarding the betrothal gifts and dowry, we should also ask the children what they think. Maybe they have their own favorite styles."

"Princess, you are right. I will ask An'er and Xiao'er when they come back. As for Jin'er..." A sly look flashed in King Chen's eyes. "All those rare things she likes must be prepared for her. I want her to marry off in style and become the happiest bride in the capital."

"Your Highness, aren't you afraid that you will spoil Jin'er to the point of lawlessness?" Bai Qianqian joked.

"Hmph, so what if my daughter is lawless? As long as I am here, who dares to say no?" King Chen said domineeringly.

At this time, there was a burst of laughter coming from outside the door. It was Xie Yian and Xie Yixiao who came back.

As soon as they entered the door, they saw their parents being intimate. An'er said with a smile: "Dad, Mom, what are you talking about? You look so happy."

Xie Yixiao also walked forward, looked at the betrothal gift list on the table, glanced at his second brother, and explained to him, "We are discussing your betrothal gift."

When he heard that it was a betrothal gift, Xie Yian's eyes were filled with joy.

King Chen let go of Bai Qianqian and looked at his two sons with a smile, "Part of it is, and part of it is about your sister Jin'er's dowry. Do you have any ideas?"

An'er scratched his head. "Dad, Mom, I don't have any special ideas. Just prepare as you see fit. But my sister's dowry can't be small. She's so cute. If she gets wronged, I, as her brother, won't agree."

Xie Yixiao also nodded and said, "Dad, Mom, my sister's dowry must be the best. I have no objection if it is better than my betrothal gift."

But when he thought about his sister getting married, he frowned.

King Chen looked at his two sons with satisfaction, "It's good that you have this intention. You are all my good children."

As he was talking, a cute figure ran in, "Dad, Mom, brother, what are you talking about?"

The person who came was Xie Yijin.

King Chen picked up Jin'er and poked her face with his beard. "We are talking about your dowry. Whatever Jin'er wants, Daddy will prepare it for you."

Jin'er's eyes sparkled, "Really? Dad, I want lots of beautiful jewelry and those fun little things."

"Okay, I'll prepare everything for you, my little princess." King Chen said with a smile.

The family was talking and laughing about the betrothal gifts and dowry, and a warm atmosphere filled the whole room.

While everyone in the palace was busy with these happy events, the selection of concubines in the imperial palace was also being prepared in full swing.

The list of beauties sent from all over the country was getting longer and longer. Mo Er and Mo Si led their men to investigate day and night, not daring to be negligent in the slightest.

Mo Er looked at the list in his hand and frowned slightly, "Mo Si, look at this woman, she is the granddaughter of the Minister of War, she seems to be of good character and appearance, but the maidservant beside her is a little suspicious, it seems that she is in contact with some unidentified people."

Mo Si came forward and took a closer look. "We must not take this matter lightly. We must continue to investigate in depth. If there is a problem, we must not let her enter the palace."

After discussing, the two decided to send their most capable personnel to secretly monitor the maid's every move and make sure to find out everything before the selection to ensure the purity of the palace selection.

The night at the end of December was as cold as an ice cellar. The chill wind carried fine snow, which fluttered wildly between heaven and earth.

Mo Er and Mo Si walked hurriedly, carrying with them the lists and portraits of those officials and daughters who had misconduct or were ambitious, and entered King Chen's study.

The candlelight flickered in the study, and the light and shadows danced on the walls. King Chen sat behind the desk and took the thick stack of information with a serious expression.

His eyes were as sharp as torches as he scanned the list and portraits one by one, and his brows gradually furrowed.

If these people were to sneak into the selection, it would bring devastating disaster to the palace, the emperor, and the entire Fengyun Kingdom.

Unable to wait any longer, he made a prompt decision and asked Mo Er to prepare the carriage as he wanted to go to the palace immediately.

Mo Er took the order and left. Soon, the carriage was ready in front of the palace.

King Dust wrapped his cloak tightly around him and stepped into the flying snow.

Snow fell on his shoulders and hair, but he was unaware of it, his mind full of the urgency of the talent show.

Although it is as dark as ink at this moment, and the weather is bad.

But King Chen knew clearly that the audition would be held in a few days, and time was as tight as an arrow on a bow, and there was no room for delay.

Before leaving, he naturally had to inform Princess Bai Qianqian, so he sent Mo Si to report it.

Bai Qianqian was in the room. After hearing Mo Si's report, she just waved her hand to indicate that she understood.

The Emperor's selection of concubines is a major event that concerns the country's destiny. Now that the problematic concubines have been found, it is imperative to send the list and portraits to the palace.

However, just as Mo Si was sent away, Uncle Fu hurried over.

Uncle Fu had been in the palace for many years and was always steady, but at this moment he looked anxious. Bai Qianqian was shocked when she saw this, and hurriedly asked gently, "Uncle Fu, is there something wrong?"

Uncle Fu nodded quickly and reported: "Princess, the prince went out without anyone."

When Bai Qianqian heard this, her brows instantly frowned. Why would Xiaoer go out alone in the middle of the night, and without even a secret guard? It's pitch dark here, what if something happens?

She was very worried and waved at Uncle Fu to indicate that she already knew.

After Uncle Fu left, Bai Qianqian clapped her hands and called out in a low voice: "White cat, come out."

As soon as he finished speaking, a white figure flashed like lightning. It turned out to be a snow-white cat. Its eyes were like two crystal clear sapphires, flashing a mysterious light in the darkness.

Bai Qianqian looked at the white cat and said seriously, "Xiao'er went out alone. I'm worried. You go with him and make sure he's safe."

The white cat meowed as if in response, and then it kicked its hind legs and flew out.

The speed was as fast as the wind. The guards of the palace only felt a white shadow flash before their eyes. In the blink of an eye, the white cat disappeared into the night.

Bai Qianqian stood there, looking in the direction where the white cat disappeared, her eyes full of worry.

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