Princess Duan sighed softly and said, "Qin Lan, you are right. I do love Hui Yi a little too much. I am just afraid that if I make up my mind, she will hate me."

Gu Qinlan smiled slightly, with a firm look in her eyes: "Princess, the bond between parents and children is thicker than blood. Even if Miss Huiyi doesn't understand at the moment, she will definitely understand your painstaking efforts in the future. Moreover, the training is not to make her suffer, but to let her learn to be independent."

Princess Duan was silent for a moment, as if she was struggling in her heart. Her eyes became firm, and she finally said, "Okay, I'll listen to you. But you have to guide Huiyi in person on this matter."

Gu Qinlan nodded and said, "Don't worry, Princess. I will do my best. But I still need your support for this matter."

Princess Duan nodded slightly and said, "I will. But Huiyi is a stubborn child, you have to be mentally prepared."

Gu Qinlan smiled and said, "Don't worry, Princess. I know what to do."

As she spoke, Gu Qinlan gently took Princess Duan's hand, her eyes full of determination and sincerity.

Princess Duan was slightly startled, only to see Gu Qinlan's mouth raise a gentle arc and slowly speak:

"Princess, you are like my own mother to me. From now on, I will do my best to protect you and let you live in this deep mansion without any worries."

Princess Duan looked at Qinlan with emotion, and a hint of moisture flashed in her eyes. She gently patted Gu Qinlan's hand and said softly: "Qinlan, I feel your kindness. Since you entered the Prince Duan's Mansion, my life seems to have become brighter. However, the people in this palace are treacherous, so you have to be careful."

Gu Qinlan smiled slightly, with a confident light in her eyes: "Don't worry, Princess, I am not someone who is easily bullied. Today I can make you happy, and one day I can make those who bully you pay the price."

A trace of worry flashed across Princess Duan's eyes, but then she smiled again: "Okay, okay, I believe you. But don't be too impulsive. After all, you are my daughter-in-law, and you have a special status."

Gu Qinlan nodded slightly, then gave a wink to Xiang Zhu beside her. Xiang Zhu held a gift box in both hands, gently placed the gift box on the table, and carefully stepped aside.

Princess Duan smiled slightly, a hint of anticipation flashed in her eyes, and she slowly opened the gift box. Inside the gift box, she saw an exquisite bracelet glittering, sparkling with charming light under the sun.

Princess Duan picked up the bracelet, and the smile on her face became brighter. She gently stroked the treasure in her hand and praised: "This bracelet is really beautiful, Qinlan, I received your kindness."

Gu Qinlan walked forward with a smile, looking at Princess Duan tenderly: "I'll be relieved if Princess likes it. I prepared this bracelet especially for you, I hope you like it."

Princess Duan was all smiles. She gently put on the bracelet, looked at it from left to right, and nodded with satisfaction: "It is indeed very beautiful. This bracelet has a special connection with me. I didn't expect to receive such a beautiful gift in this Prince Duan's mansion."

Gu Qinlan asked with concern: "Princess, does this bracelet fit you well? Is it a little tight or loose?"

Princess Duan shook her head slightly, her smile becoming even brighter: "It fits very well, as if it was tailor-made for me. Qin Lan, you are really thoughtful."

Gu Qinlan smiled and said, "Princess, you are too kind. I just want to make you happy. By the way, there is a little story behind this bracelet. Do you want to hear it?"

Princess Duan's eyes flashed with curiosity, and she nodded: "Of course I want to hear it, tell me quickly."

Gu Qinlan then told the origin of the bracelet: "I got this bracelet from an old craftsman. The old craftsman told me that every bead on this bracelet was polished by him personally, and each bead represents a good blessing. He hopes that this bracelet can accompany its owner and bring good luck and happiness."

Princess Duan listened with great interest. She exclaimed, "This bracelet is indeed extraordinary. It carries such a beautiful meaning. Thank you, Qin Lan. Your gift makes me very happy."

Gu Qinlan looked at Princess Duan's happy smile, and her heart was filled with joy. She suddenly remembered something and said, "Princess, I have another gift for you."

Princess Duan was slightly stunned, then smiled and said, "Oh? There are gifts? That really makes me look forward to it."

Gu Qinlan took out a bracelet from her sleeve and handed it to Princess Duan: "This is a solid chain bracelet from our Gu family. It is engraved with auspicious patterns, which means good luck and good fortune. I hope it can stay with you and bless you with peace and happiness."

Princess Duan took the bracelet, with a touch of emotion in her eyes. She held the bracelet tightly and said to Gu Qinlan: "Thank you, Qinlan. I like both of these gifts you gave me very much. I feel your heart, your kindness and sincerity."

Gu Qinlan smiled and said, "Princess, you are too kind. This is what I should do. I just hope that you can be happy and feel my respect and love for you."

Princess Duan took off the bracelet and turned to hand them to Nanny Cen behind her, smiling and saying, "Mammy, these two gifts are now handed over to you. You must keep them well and don't lose them."

Nanny Cen took the gift, her hands trembling, a flash of panic in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure and replied respectfully, "Don't worry, Princess. I will keep it properly."

Princess Duan looked at Nanny Cen's expression and sneered in her heart. She thought that Nanny Cen must be even more afraid of Gu Qinlan.

She deliberately raised her voice so that the maids standing not far away could hear: "I have to wear this gift from the Crown Prince's Consort often. Nanny, you must remember that this is a gift from the Crown Prince's Consort herself. In the future, you must not let her suffer any grievances in Prince Duan's Mansion."

Nanny Cen was shocked. Princess Duan was warning her not to do anything detrimental to Gu Qinlan.

She replied hurriedly: "Don't worry, Princess. I will do my best to take good care of the Crown Prince's Consort."

At this moment, Gu Qinlan suddenly remembered something, and smiled at Princess Duan and said, "Princess, I heard that the prince has three children. I wonder if I can meet them?"

Princess Duan's eyes flashed with surprise, and then she smiled and said, "So you are interested in this matter, then let them come over."

Soon, three children were led into the hall. The eldest daughter, Zheng Huaiyu, was about twelve years old, graceful and elegant; the eldest son, Zheng Fenghui, was ten years old and full of vigor; the second son, Zheng Fengyun, was eight years old and lively and cute.

The three of them came forward to salute Gu Qinlan and offer her tea. Gu Qinlan looked at them and secretly admired them: Zheng Dinglian has a good way of educating his children. These three children have their own characteristics and are indeed extraordinary.

She chuckled and said, "Zheng Huaiyu, come here, let me take a good look at you."

Zheng Huaiyu walked up to Gu Qinlan as he was told, raised his head slightly, and his eyes were clear.

"You look very well-behaved, but your eyes are lively and you are not simple." Gu Qinlan said with a smile.

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