Shen Munan stood one meter away from the Long Bookcase, facing the emperor's gaze.

"Father, how could I not be serious about choosing my concubine? His Highness the Crown Prince said it was child's play, and he is not a son-in-law. How could he know?"

The emperor frowned: "I am not because of what the prince said, but I hope you can find a good match. After all, Gu Yunyao was engaged to Lu Chuanlin.

If you only think about the old relationship with the Gu family and want to help her out, there is no need to involve yourself."

A smile appeared at the corner of Shen Munan's lips: "Father, you are worrying too much, my son has never been too lazy to meddle in other people's business, let alone get involved with me.

Gu Yunyao did have a marriage contract with Lu Chuanlin, but so what? Even if she is married and my son thinks she is good, it doesn't matter."

The emperor's heart was slightly shaken. It seemed that he was serious.

"Well, in that case, it's up to you."

"Father, when it comes to this matter, my son has taken advantage of me. My son is not in good health. All the noble ladies in the capital know that not many of them are willing to marry me.

The Lord of Yongning County does not despise the short life of his son, which is his blessing."

"Nonsense!" The emperor frowned, "Who dares to dislike you? What do those women know? They are all short-sighted people!

They are willing to marry, but I still think they are not worthy of you."

The emperor then thought about it. From this point of view, Gu Yunyao must be quite good. She has a good family background and is considered loyal. She has no backer. After marrying, she can only rely on the Prince of Qin's Palace wholeheartedly.

"You don't have to worry about it. Just take good care of your health. I will prepare the betrothal gift for you and leave the specific matters to the eldest princess. It will definitely be a success and make those short-sighted people regret it."

"Thank you, Father." Shen Munan lowered his head, with a hint of sarcasm flashing in his eyes.

…

Gu Yunyao stood there waiting for Shen Munan, looking at the grove, and suddenly remembered what she had forgotten just now.

Song Mingzhi, the second son of Prince Su's Mansion, was still unconscious in the woods.

She hurried into the woods to look for him, silently thinking that nothing could go wrong.

Through the sparse moonlight, I searched back and forth several times, but Song Mingzhi was nowhere to be found.

Did this guy wake up and leave on his own, or was he taken away?

Although he didn't know why Song Mingzhi said those words to Su Wanning, after all, he had never harmed her, and Gu Yunyao did not want to kill innocent people indiscriminately.

"What are you looking for?"

Gu Yunyao turned around and saw Shen Munan walking in at some unknown time.

There was no one around, so she ran over and whispered quickly: "I didn't bother to tell you before, but there was an accident in the plan. I brought Song Mingzhi down. But now, he is gone."

"Go out first, I'll send someone to check."

He was more familiar with this place, and Gu Yunyao didn't refuse.

"Why are you with my great-grandmother?"

"Well, I don't know her identity. When I saw her wearing cloth clothes and cloth shoes, I thought she was an old nun from some palace."

"She also called me Yun'er. I thought she had just seen me at the banquet. At that time, I wanted her to take me to see the emperor, so I didn't think much about it."

"You are so lucky," Shen Munan looked at the lights in the distance, "Her mind is getting increasingly unclear and she rarely leaves the palace. As soon as she showed up today, she helped you a lot."

Gu Yunyao pursed her lips and smiled: "That's right, today's things went more smoothly than expected."

Shen Munan looked at her, her eyebrows were curved, her face was pretty, and she had two small dimples when she smiled.

It's strange to say that they haven't known each other for a long time. At the beginning, it was because she ruined the exercise, and this little fox also told a lot of tricks and lies, but he just found it quite interesting.

Probably because he is used to seeing people who hypocritically support him.

Shen Munan withdrew his gaze and cut away the messy thoughts: "I have helped you so much today and solved the most difficult matter for you. How can you thank me?"

Gu Yunyao touched her nose: "Hey? Didn't we agree to cooperate and I will treat you?

From now on, you will be a lively dragon and a tiger, going up the mountains to hunt tigers and wolves, and going to the sea to catch fish and turtles. Isn’t that enough?"

"That's different. You said before that you would break off the engagement on your own, but today I take action."

Gu Yunyao rolled her eyes and secretly said she was stingy.

"My king is calculating, you now owe me a large painting, a large snack and a snack recipe. How can you repay today's favor?"

"What does the prince want?"

"I don't lack anything. How can I ask for a joke? The key depends on your sincerity."

Gu Yunyao almost laughed angrily, this tsundere.

"How about I cook a meal for the prince?"

"Do you want to take the opportunity to poison me? Burn the bridge?"

Gu Yunyao: "...Oh, don't worry, Your Majesty, I will not only cook it, but also eat it together."

"That's fine, let's avoid it."

When they were talking, they arrived outside the palace gate. Gu Yunyao was about to get in the car. She turned around to see that Shen Munan hadn't moved. She wanted to ask him what was wrong. Following his gaze, she saw that there was a horse not far away.

The man on the horse is dressed in a moon-white brocade robe, looking like a frail scholar.

Song and Mingzhi.

Gu Yunyao's words in her heart did not relax. Although she was far away and the sky was dark, so she couldn't see Song Mingzhi's expression clearly, she always felt that this Song Mingzhi had an indescribable feeling.

I not only thanked her, but also showed some inquiry.

Also, did he know something when he stopped Su Wanning today?

"Get in the car," Shen Munan said.

Gu Yunyao withdrew her gaze and got on the carriage.

Shen Munan came up immediately, his expression not very good.

Gu Yunyao wondered what happened to this ancestor, cleared her throat and asked, "What about that? Song Xinghe was also hit today. Who do you think was responsible for him?"

"I don't know, I'm not in charge of handling cases," Shen Munan replied stiffly.

Gu Yunyao choked for a moment and took out a toffee: "Generally speaking, eating sweets can help you feel happy. Would you like to try it, Your Majesty?"

Shen Munan looked at the strange thing in her palm: "What is this?"

"Try it? You'll know after you eat it."

Shen Munan snorted: "This is what you treat me to eat."

Take it over and observe it for a moment, then slowly open the wrapping paper and put the candy in your mouth.

It has a rich milky aroma and a hint of sweetness. It tastes good and makes my mood...seem to be a little happier.

He used the light to look at the rabbit on the wrapping paper, and the corners of his mouth were slightly raised: "The rabbit painted on it does look like you."

Gu Yunyao's eyebrows flew up: "Really? Cute, right?"

"Very stupid."

"..."

"When will you cook for me?"

"Tomorrow or the day after tomorrow, I have to make preparations when I get back."

"What are you preparing? The palace will prepare all the ingredients," Shen Munan said, "Just tomorrow, bring the paintings and snacks."

"My lord, how about a picnic? Find a piece of grass outside the city and sit on the ground. Isn't it better than sitting in front of the table?"

Shen Munan squinted his eyes and thought for a long time: "You won't dig a hole in advance to harm me, will you?"

Gu Yunyao: "!!"

The carriage arrived at the door of Gu's house, and the servant at the door hurried over: "County Lord, are you back? I'm waiting for you. I'll hold a lantern for you. Please be careful where you step."
Chapter completed!