After traveling through time, I became a princess in ancient times

"Snapped!"

A whip was whipped and the wind sounded sharp.

Xia Yurou cleverly grabbed the end of the whip. Xiaoxue tried to pull the whip back, but the princess's hand was as steady as a rock and could not be shaken no matter how hard she tried.

"Miss, when can I be as good as you?" Xiaoxue panted, her eyes full of admiration.

She smiled slightly, and the whip returned to Xiaoxue's hand.

"Practicing martial arts is not something that can be done overnight. You have to progress step by step. You have to remember that the world is dangerous and you have to be on guard against others. The reason I teach you is that I hope you will be able to protect yourself."

Xiaoxue blinked her eyes and nodded, not quite understanding: "Miss, I understand. But I want to... become more powerful, so that I can protect the prince and you."

"Your current martial arts skills are good enough for ordinary enemies, but if you encounter a master like Nightingale, you must not underestimate him."

After saying that, she decided to hand the contents of the bag to Xiaoxue: "This is the Thunderbolt Fire Bomb that I carefully developed. Maybe it can save your life at a critical moment."

Xiaoxue excitedly took the bag, which was filled with small black iron balls, like bright stars in the night sky.

"It's very simple to use. Just throw it at the enemy."

After Xia Yurou finished speaking, she returned to the pavilion and continued eating melon seeds.

Xiaoxue was waving a long whip in the sunshine. Every time she whipped the whip, the air made a vibrating sound, as if even the wind was made to spin by her.

At this time, Steward Lin came over with a thick stack of account books. Although his steps were hurried, he remained steady. He bowed slightly to the princess and reported respectfully, "Princess, the hot pot restaurant has been sold according to your instructions. The recent profits are higher than usual, and the transfer fee is also considerable."

Xia Yurou smiled with satisfaction when she heard this: "Well done, this money is enough to help the prince recruit troops in Beiling, and we can start the next operation."

But Manager Lin frowned and said carefully: "The store is doing a booming business, wouldn't it be a pity to close it?"

"The prince will soon go to Beiling to assume the title of King of Beiling, and he will also have to attack bandits, so he will no longer be able to run the store here."

After listening to the princess' explanation, Steward Lin looked at the busy people in the mansion with worry and asked, "Princess, how should the others be arranged?"

Xia Yurou continued to eat melon seeds and said, "Tell everyone that those who don't want to go to Beiling will receive a generous severance package so that they can find better jobs. Those who are willing to follow us to Beiling will naturally be welcomed by me and will be treated well."

Butler Lin nodded in agreement and turned to leave.

After a while, the courtyard became lively.

Butler Lin conveyed the princess's intention. Some people looked happy, while others were hesitant.

There were still a few people who preferred not to go to Beiling. Steward Lin handed over bags of heavy silver coins: "This is the severance pay the princess gave you. I hope you can find a good place to go and live a better life."

In the crowd, a middle-aged maid wiped the tears from her eyes. She took the silver coin with trembling hands and eyes full of reluctance: "The princess treats us well, but we still have elderly parents-in-law at home who need to be taken care of, so we really can't travel far."

Another young maid bit her lip and said, "I am willing to follow the prince and princess to Beiling together."

In the courtyard, the crowd gradually split into two groups.

Those who decided to stay held the heavy bag of silver coins tightly in their hands, with reluctance and gratitude written all over their faces.

Those who are willing to go to Beiling discussed the customs and culture of Beiling and imagined what life would be like there.

At night, the Prince Chen's mansion was brightly lit with candles, and the interior was illuminated as if it were daytime. The table was filled with various vegetables and meats.

Xiaoxue brought the hot pot to the table. The soup in the pot was bubbling with steam, and the aroma stimulated people's appetite.

Ren Chenxi sat at the main seat, looking at the dining table that was already full, and asked: "Rou'er, why did you prepare so many dishes?"

Xia Yurou pulled Steward Lin and Xiaoxue to sit down together, and sighed softly, "We will set off for Beiling tomorrow. Let's have a good meal tonight. We may face many unknown dangers in the future, and I don't know if we can sit together like this in the future."

Steward Lin bowed his head and saluted the prince and princess: "I will follow you till death and drive the bandits out of Huaxi County."

Xiaoxue also expressed her sincerity: "No matter where the young lady is, as long as you don't mind, I am willing to serve the young lady for the rest of my life."

She smiled and raised the wine bowl in her hand, saying softly: "Everyone enjoy yourself tonight, eat and drink well like a family, there is no distinction between master and servant, and there is no need to be restrained."

The night was gentle, the hot pot soup was bubbling in the pot, the steam was rising, reflecting the blush on everyone's face.

Xiaoxue picked up a piece of tender meat and gently put it into the boiling pot. Soon the meat became curled up, and she showed a satisfied expression like the princess.

Butler Lin, who is always steady, chewed slowly, as if he was savoring every flavor of the dinner.

Looking at this heartwarming scene, Ren Chenxi knew that he would soon face the brutal bandits in Huaxi County, but with people like Rouer by his side, he felt extremely relieved.

They are like the ingredients in this hot pot; although they are different, they can be combined together to create the most delicious dish.

After dinner, Xia Yurou leaned quietly on Ren Chenxi's shoulder. They sat on the roof together, looking at the bright moon in the sky.

The moonlight sprinkled like water, stretching the two figures into long ones, as if they had merged into one with the vast night sky.

Ren Chenxi sighed lightly, his voice heavy: "Rou'er, I don't have much confidence in facing those fierce bandits when we go to Beiling this time."

"My Lord, the bandits have done great harm to people. You care about the people, and as your princess, I will fight against them with you. Even if the road ahead is difficult and we cannot win, we have to fight for the sake of those innocent people who have been harmed."

Ren Chenxi looked at Xia Yurou affectionately, his eyes full of love: "Rou'er, meeting you is the greatest blessing in my life. With you by my side, I have nothing to fear."

She smiled slightly, like a fairy in the moonlight, and responded softly: "My lord, if there is an afterlife, I am willing to be your princess and go through the ups and downs with you hand in hand."

The moonlight was like water, and its silver glow spread all over the earth. The two figures intertwined on the roof into a beautiful picture.

Ren Chenxi looked at the starry sky and expressed his deep feelings: "The moonlight is like silver spreading all over the courtyard, and the beauty is with me with deep love. I wish we can stay together forever, and live up to our youth and love you."

Xia Yurou gazed into the prince's affectionate eyes: "The stars light up the night sky, and your love is as deep as the sea. I wish to follow your heart and protect the people, and together we will create a glorious chapter that will be passed down through the ages."

Her voice echoed in the night sky, accompanied by the gentle breeze, as if resonating with the heaven and earth.

Ren Chenxi was moved by such friendship and slowly moved closer until their noses were almost touching. He could feel the warmth of her breath and the faint scent of powder.

Under the moonlight, Xia Yurou's eyes sparkled with stars, and her lips slightly parted, revealing a shy smile.

Ren Chenxi's heart was instantly melted by this smile. He no longer hesitated and gently pressed his lips against hers.

Time seemed to freeze at this moment, as if everything around them disappeared, leaving only the deep love between the two...