The abstinent and powerful minister is cold and aloof during the day, but he adores her in his dream

Chapter 80 Coming for My Cousin
Xuanyuan Jing was already feeling gloomy because she hadn't been able to embarrass Zhiwan. Upon hearing this, she felt a sweet taste in her throat and almost vomited blood from anger.

The ruby ​​headdress, though not particularly valuable to her, would be more painful than having her flesh ripped out if she were to give it to someone she disliked.

"Hmm? Didn't you hear what I said?" Princess Chang Le looked displeased when she saw that she remained silent, and her voice deepened.

Xuanyuan Jing suppressed her anger and said, "I heard you. When the banquet ends, my niece will have someone fetch it and send it to Zhiwan."

How could Princess Chang Le not see through her perfunctory attitude?

She sneered inwardly, but said earnestly, "As the princess of the Gaoyang Prince's Mansion, you should keep your promises. If you're going to give, give it openly and generously. If you give it secretly, people will think you're reluctant to give it. As the princess of the Gaoyang Prince's Mansion, how can you be so petty? If word gets out, you'll become a laughingstock!"

Xuan Yuanjing choked, clenched her fists, and under the other person's gaze, she finally gritted her teeth and painfully ordered the maid, "Go and fetch that set of ruby ​​jewelry and give it to Zhiwan."

"That's more like it. A princess should have the grace of a princess." Princess Chang Le patted her head, then wiped her hands with a handkerchief, looking disgusted. "How many days has it been since you washed your hair? It's all oily."

Xuan Yuanjing's face flushed red. "I just washed my hair yesterday."

"Wash it more thoroughly next time," Princess Chang Le frowned.

Xuanyuan Jing was so angry that her lips trembled, but she dared not speak out.

The aunt in front of him, although about the same age as him, was deeply favored by his grandfather, the Emperor, and even his own father had to treat her with deference.

Ouyang Zhenzhu, who was watching this scene from the side, was so angry that her stomach hurt from trying to hold back her laughter, and she kept rubbing her stomach with her hands.

"What's wrong?" Zhiwan asked with concern.

“I’m happy to see someone suffer,” Ouyang Zhenzhu whispered in her ear.

Zhiwan glanced at Xuanyuan Jing's ugly face and found it amusing.

Unexpectedly, the arrogant and domineering Princess Gaoyang became so docile in front of Princess Changle.

Remembering what Ouyang Zhenzhu had said when they entered the garden, she whispered in her ear, "Did you invite the princess?"

Ouyang Zhenzhu looked at her in surprise, "How could I possibly have such influence to invite a princess?"

"Isn't it you?" Zhiwan was stunned. She thought that Pearl had a good relationship with Princess Changle.

“I know her, but we’re just acquaintances, nothing more. I’m quite surprised she’s here today,” Ouyang Zhenzhu said.

Upon hearing this, Zhiwan felt somewhat puzzled.

Just then, a maid brought over some jewelry and walked towards her, which stopped her thoughts.

After receiving the jewelry from the maid, Zhiwan stood up and thanked her, "Thank you, Princess and County Princess!"

Xuanyuan Jing was seething with hatred, but she couldn't retaliate. Her face was long and she didn't say a word. Princess Chang Le spoke up, "No need to thank me, this is what you deserve." Turning her head and seeing Xuanyuan Jing's sour face, she curled her lips and said, "Little niece, I'm hungry. Tell them to start the feast."

Xuanyuan Jingqi was so angry she was full; how could she possibly eat? But she could only suppress her anger and give the order.

Before long, the banquet began.

As soon as Zhiwan sat down, she saw Granny Fang return to her side.

Upon seeing this, Zhiwan paused for a moment.

She didn't notice when Granny Fang left; she only realized she wasn't there later.

Did Granny Fang go to find her cousin?

"Wanwan, this is delicious, you should try it." Ouyang Zhenzhu picked up an abalone for her.

Zhiwan stopped her thoughts and lowered her head to eat.

"This Prince Gaoyang's mansion is truly luxurious. Abalone, sea cucumber, shark fin, and fish maw are all top-quality dishes." After eating and drinking her fill, Ouyang Zhenzhu patted her belly and sighed softly, "We really didn't come here for nothing today. Look, I've even gained some weight." As she spoke, she pulled Zhiwan's hand and made her touch her belly.

Zhiwan found it amusing that her hand was round and bulging, so she poked it with her finger.

Ouyang Zhenzhu twisted her body to avoid her movements, "Don't poke me, it tickles!"

"Cough cough!" At that moment, a coughing sound came.

The two looked up and met Princess Chang Le's eyes, which seemed to be both smiling and not smiling. "What are you two doing?"

"I didn't do anything special, I just wanted to thank the Princess for her hospitality today. I'm very full," Ouyang Zhenzhu said sincerely.

Xuan Yuanjing snorted coldly and turned her head away.

Princess Chang Le wiped her mouth with a handkerchief. "I ate well too. Thank you for your kindness, little niece."

Xuanyuan Jing: "..."

"I'm tired, I need to go back and rest," Princess Chang Le said, getting up.

Seeing this, the others also stood up.

As they approached the gate of the mansion, Zhiwan quickened her pace and caught up with Princess Changle, saying sincerely, "Thank you very much, Princess, for today."

Princess Chang Le waved her hand, "I didn't do anything, it's just that my little niece is too ignorant."

As soon as she finished speaking, something fell out of her sleeve.

Seeing this, Zhiwan quickly bent down to help her pick it up, only to find the book cover open, revealing exquisite pictures inside.

Upon seeing the familiar picture, Zhiwan paused for a moment. Just as she was about to reach out to pick it up, a hand reached out and snatched the picture book away before she could.

Zhiwan looked up and saw Princess Changle quickly stuff the picture album back into her sleeve.

Princess Chang Le narrowed her eyes and said, "You didn't see anything, did you?"

Zhiwan shook her head. "I didn't see anything."

Princess Chang Le visibly breathed a sigh of relief, then asked, "By the way, what is your relationship with Lu Zhan?"

Zhiwan paused for a moment, then replied, "He is my cousin."

Princess Chang Le nodded and then asked, "I heard he also came to the Prince of Gaoyang's residence, but I didn't see him?"

Zhiwan explained, "My cousin did come, but he went to see the prince."

Upon hearing this, Princess Chang Le glanced thoughtfully at the Prince's residence and then said, "Never mind, I'll invite you to play another day."

Zhiwan was flattered and said, "Thank you, Princess."

As Princess Chang Le was about to get into her carriage after leaving the palace, her gaze swept over and she suddenly saw Chen Jiu. She immediately stopped and walked towards the carriage not far away.

Upon seeing her approach, Chen Jiu bowed loudly, "This humble servant greets the princess."

Princess Chang Le raised an eyebrow, "Is Lord Lu inside?"

"Yes, my master is a heavy drinker and has passed out. He was unable to pay his respects to the princess. Please forgive him," Chen Jiu said, forcing a smile.

Upon hearing this, Princess Chang Le circled around him, saying, "You're lying!"

Chen Jiu straightened his back and said, "I wouldn't dare."

"How come I've never heard that Lord Lu has a low alcohol tolerance? Besides, if Lord Lu is drunk, why doesn't he hurry back?" Princess Chang Le asked with a questioning look.

“My master is waiting for Miss Cousin,” Chen Jiu replied.

"Cousin?" Princess Chang Le was taken aback and turned to look at Zhi Wan, who had followed behind her. "Waiting for her?"

Chen Jiu nodded, "That's right, my wife instructed you to take good care of Miss Biao."

Upon hearing this, Princess Chang Le suddenly realized, "So, your master came to the Prince of Gaoyang's residence today because of Zhi Wan? I just helped Zhi Wan out of a predicament, how will your master thank me?" As she said this, her gaze glanced at the carriage.

Upon hearing this, Zhiwan's heart skipped a beat. Princess Changle had suddenly come to the Prince of Gaoyang's residence because she learned that her cousin had come there? Was she here for her cousin?

(End of this chapter)