The cannon fodder female supporting role wants to run away, and the madly criticizing prince is red-

"She must have seduced Huai'er."

"Huai'er has been bewitched by her!"

Yu's expression was solemn, and she clenched her fist on the table, "If Huai'er is coaxed by her into not listening to her parents on important matters, and only listens to her, then Lin can't stay."

"Think of a plan as soon as possible and get her out of the house."

"The Marquis and I have nurtured him for so many years, and we hold him in our hearts. If he doesn't listen to a word we say, and is instead manipulated by a concubine and obeys her every word, then all our efforts will be in vain... We must not let this happen."

……

Gu Huai moved back to his own yard.

Lin Qianqian looked at the empty room and felt a little uncomfortable. There was one less pillow on the bed and one less quilt.

It always feels like something is missing.

This is probably a habit, getting used to someone nagging at you and pestering you all day long.

It's quiet now, and I feel a little peaceful.

Taozhi took the rag, bent down and wiped from one end of the table to the other.

She whispered in Lin Qianqian's ear, "Aunt, the eldest brother of the Crown Prince's wife has been imprisoned, and the Crown Prince's wife has to pay three thousand taels of silver as compensation."

"You, what did you say?"

"I heard it from other little girls." Taozhi covered her mouth with her hand and quickly lowered her head.

Lin Qianqian looked at her steadily and reminded her in a low voice, "Don't tell anyone about this. If someone tries to stir up trouble, you will be in trouble."

Taozhi nodded.

She said, "I didn't tell anyone else, but I was very surprised to hear the news."

"Don't worry, Aunt Lin, I won't tell anyone."

Gu Huai looked around the room and sat down at the desk, watching Dong Qing ask the servants to bring in boxes of books and pile them on the table.

He said sullenly, "So many books."

"I'm used to living with Qianqian, so it's a bit strange coming here." He sighed, picked up a blue-covered book and casually flipped through two pages.

Perhaps, once he passes his father's assessment, he will be able to get his mother's consent and live with Qianqian again.

Thinking of this, Gu Huai held the book and read it carefully.

He sat at his desk for the entire afternoon.

"Qianqian, please pour me a cup of tea."

After Gu Huai finished speaking, no one responded.

He looked up and found that he was not with Lin Qianqian, but had returned to his own yard.

I don’t know. What is she doing without him?

Is there anyone crying secretly?

Gu Huai beckoned Dong Qing over and told him earnestly, "Go see what Qianqian is doing and report back to me. Tell her not to miss me. I will go see her in two or three days."

"Okay, Prince."

Dongqing nodded his head and agreed, then turned and left the house.

After about a quarter of an hour, Gu Huai lost interest in continuing his studies.

"Why hasn't Dong Qing come back yet? Did he get tripped on the way back, or did something happen in Qianqian's courtyard? That's why he couldn't make it back in time?"

Gu Huai bit the back end of the brush until it cracked. He stretched his neck to look out the door, "What on earth is Qianqian doing? Without me to accompany her, she must feel lonely. If she feels that I am ignoring her, it will not be good. But this is my mother's order, alas."

When Dong Qing came in, Gu Huai stood up from his seat excitedly, "You're finally back? What is Qianqian doing? Did you bring back my words?"

"My Lord, I have brought it to you."

"This is the fried chicken and French fries made by Aunt Lin. Let me bring it over for the young master to taste." Dong Qing smiled and took a plate of golden and crispy fried chicken out of the food box and placed it on the table.

"When I went there, Aunt Lin was busy in the kitchen. She forced me to taste it. I've already eaten a few pieces and it's really delicious."

Gu Huai was facing a plate of fried chicken.

I picked up a piece and put it in my mouth. I took a bite and tore open the tender chicken. Then, delicate strips of meat texture appeared, revealing the white and powdery cooked meat inside.

The outside was crispy and I don’t know what kind of mixed seasoning was sprinkled on it, but it had a fragrant aroma and the chicken was also very delicious.

After tasting another French fry, he wiped the oil off his fingers and said contentedly, "Qianqian is so nice. She knows I miss her and makes delicious food for me."

Dong Qing said, "Mrs. Lin asked me to tell the prince that she doesn't miss you at all, so you should not worry about her."

Gu Huai's face immediately fell, "Humph, how could she not miss me? It must be fake, she said that on purpose."

……

Lin Qianqian ate two pieces of fried chicken, recalling every detail of her life in modern times.

I still remember the first time I ate fried chicken. My friend took me to a fast food restaurant. Later, when they went out shopping, they would occasionally eat fried chicken burgers.

I had such a great time eating these fast foods back then, but now when I eat them, they no longer taste as good as before.

She missed the modern life where she could just order takeout and have whatever she wanted delivered to her home.

There are also various snacks, small cakes, and sausages that can be easily purchased in supermarkets and convenience stores.

"It's so delicious! It's covered with a layer of steamed bread crumbs, but it tastes like this when fried."

Taozhi said to Lin Qianqian in amazement.

Fried chicken has an extra texture than ordinary chicken. When your teeth break through the crispy and slightly crunchy outer skin, the chicken inside is very soft and oozes out delicious gravy, making you want to swallow it all.

“I like fried chicken and I like French fries.”

Taozhi smiled and put a golden French fry into her mouth, "Potatoes can actually be made into French fries and potato chips. Aunt Lin, I have learned another delicacy from you."

Lin Qianqian smiled and said, "Well, if you learn these two things, maybe you can set up a stall and make money in the future."

Taozhi was even happier when she heard this. She clasped her hands in front of her chest and said, "Auntie is right. I will leave the house in the future. If I really can't find a job, I will set up a small stall to supplement the family income. I'm sure someone will be interested in these fresh foods."

"So you're not going to get married?"

Taozhi immediately lowered her head shyly, "My family has discussed a marriage."

"Really?" Lin Qianqian's eyes lit up, and she looked like a curious baby who couldn't wait to eat the melon.

"What about that guy? Is he reliable? How is he to you?"

Taozhi glanced at Lin Qianqian sheepishly, then turned away shyly, "Yeah."

"He was very nice to me."

Lin Qianqian smiled, her eyes full of envy, "Well, for a woman, getting married is a lifelong thing. If she marries the wrong man, her whole life will be wasted."

"I must betrothed to a good family. I don't ask for great wealth, but only for peace and happiness."

Xiaoxiangyuan

The night was dark, with a few bright stars hanging among the treetops in the yard. An owl spread its wings and flew away.

Er Yue brought a little girl to Cheng Jiayao and shouted at her: "Kneel down!"

"Fight yourself!"

The little girl fell to her knees in front of Cheng Jiayao, raised her hands and slapped herself hard on the face.

She cried as she was beaten, "I know I was wrong! I know I was wrong!"

Er Yue said, "Miss, this little rascal has spread the news about your elder brother. Several servants in the garden are talking about it now. It may have reached the mistress."

"Oh?"

Cheng Jiayao's eyes were terrifyingly cold.

If the lady knew about Li He and implicated her elder brother, she would definitely be implicated, and she would definitely be accused of being jealous of a concubine...

The little girl kowtowed twice, her forehead red and swollen, "It's unfair! Madam! I didn't say that, I heard it from someone else!"

"It was Taozhi who was beside Aunt Lin who said that!"