All the members are good people, only the host is a pervert

The next day, Li Changchun put on new clothes and looked brand new. He stood silently beside the carriage and waited. Soon, the wife of the councilor also arrived with her son.

"Madam." Li Changchun said.

She glared at Li Changchun fiercely, watched her son get on the carriage, then turned and went into the mansion without saying anything.

Li Changchun and the other person got on the carriage together. Without saying anything, they went to the Princess's Mansion in silence.

The garden of the Princess's Mansion was cleverly divided into two areas by a well-arranged bamboo forest, with a clear stream running through it. The young ladies of the official family played in the lower reaches, while the young masters played in the upper reaches.

These young men and women could not only vaguely hear each other's laughter and joy, but also glimpse the hazy figures on the other side through the gaps in the uneven bamboo forest.

When they realized this, the lively conversation suddenly became softer, but soon returned to its normal noise.

Lin Ruan carefully prepared a rich variety of items for both sides: for those who liked to recite poetry and paint, she provided paper, pens and various brightly colored paints; at the same time, there were also entertainment activities such as throwing pots for everyone to entertain themselves.

In addition, there are elegant pavilions on both sides of the garden, which are equipped with fragrant tea, fresh fruits and exquisite snacks, so that these young people can rest and chat.

Then she signaled her servants to keep an eye on the young men and ladies, and then she stood up and left.

Not long after, an inconspicuous servant found Li Changchun, who was alone in a corner, and bowed, saying, "Master Li, the princess invites you."

Although Li Changchun was a little hesitant, he couldn't refuse at this time. He had to secretly pay attention to the path led by his servants and follow behind silently.

Unexpectedly, it was the eldest princess herself who wanted to summon him.

He knelt on the ground with a plop and said hello to Princess Taiping, but his face turned slightly pale.

He knew that his etiquette was definitely wrong, but he could only use this clumsy way to express his respect for the eldest princess, just hoping not to annoy her.

Lin Ruan chuckled, "Get up, there's no need to be so reserved."

After thanking Lin Ruan, Li Changchun remained standing straight, with his head down and silent.

"I heard you were in poor health and had been staying indoors, but seeing you today, I feel the rumors were exaggerated." Lin Ruan smiled, "Why are you alone in a corner? Is there something you're not used to?"

Li Changchun quickly replied, "I'm not feeling unwell. It's just that this is my first time attending such a banquet, so I'm a little nervous."

Lin Ruan smiled and said, "Don't be nervous. Today I just invite everyone to get together. It's better to relax."

After saying that, she walked closer and patted Li Changchun's shoulder gently.

This pat seemed to give Li Changchun some courage: "I heard that Princess Taiping held this banquet to select a prince consort for herself. May I ask Princess Taiping, is this true or not?"

Lin Ruan nodded and said calmly: "It's true."

Li Changchun asked, "I wonder what the princess wants from her husband?"

Lin Ruan smiled and said, "As long as we're compatible, I don't have any other requirements."

Li Changchun asked, "If this person's mother's family has no support, and he himself is neither civil nor military, would Princess Taiping consider it?"

Lin Ruan asked, "Then, will the person you are talking about be loyal to me?"

Li Changchun said: "Only loyalty."

Lin Ruan asked again: "Is he obedient and well-behaved?"

Li Changchun smiled bitterly and said, "Princess, there is no need to doubt it. This person has survived until now because he is obedient and well-behaved."

Both of them knew who "this person" was.

Lin Ruan said no more, but invited Li Changchun to the small study, intending to have a detailed talk with him.

"Mr. Li." Lin Ruan said.

"Huaiyu, Princess, my name is Huaiyu." Li Changchun said.

Lin Ruan paused.

Only after Xie Yunze's death did she realize that men in this world only reveal their courtesy names to those they are closest to and most trusted. Now that Li Changchun had taken the initiative to reveal his courtesy name to her, it was undoubtedly a deeper expression of his devotion.

Lin Ruan understood and immediately changed her address to "Huaiyu." She then said, "As for your current situation, I have a general idea of it from what you just described, but there are a few things I must explain in advance."

Upon hearing this, Li Changchun's attitude became even more respectful. He bowed and replied, "Princess, please speak."

Lin Ruan didn't signal him to sit down, but continued, "I originally didn't want to choose another prince consort to spend the rest of my life with, but I am a daughter of the royal family, the eldest princess, and I shoulder the heavy responsibility of being a role model for women all over the world. Being a woman is already difficult, and I really can't bear being criticized and taught by the world as a model of chastity."

Li Changchun said, "The eldest princess is righteous, and..." He seemed to say it reluctantly, "She truly has a deep affection for Prince Consort Xie."

Lin Ruan heard his reluctance and understood that this reluctance had nothing to do with love. It was just that no matter how humble a man felt, he would never want to admit that he was not as good as another man in front of a woman.

Lin Ruan said, "Mr. Li, you are too kind. I simply enjoy some unrefined pleasures of the bed. Although I can force others to please me according to my wishes, I prefer a consort who is willing to endure for me."

Lin Ruan's words shocked Li Changchun.

After a long time, he finally asked, "Why did Her Royal Highness the Princess choose me? Is it just because I recommended myself?" In fact, it was not the case. He knew the whole story very well - it was clearly Princess Taiping who summoned him first.

Lin Ruan said, "I have a heart disease and I can't get over it. I can only rely on humiliating others to ease the pain in my heart, especially such a jade-like gentleman as you. I accidentally learned about your experience and I think you must be able to endure the pain of being beaten. Moreover, in order to escape from that mansion, you will definitely obey my orders and sincerely please me."

Li Changchun suddenly knelt down, his head hitting the ground heavily. A dull voice came out: "I dare to ask the princess, will I die in the princess's mansion?"

"Your name is Li Changchun," Lin Ruan said, "I guess the person who gave you this name must have hoped for your health and longevity."

Li Changchun only felt his nose a little sour. If he hadn't suppressed it tightly, he would have cried.

Changchun, Huaiyu

These two names represent the best blessings and the most kind expectations, and were given to him by his biological mother.

He was only four years old at that time, far from the age to learn to read. His biological mother lay in bed, but she was not sad.

"Da Lang," she said, "Mother gave you the name Huaiyu, which means a gentleman is like jade. Doesn't it sound nice?"

Before he could nod, the woman on the bed died.

A mother's simplest expectation for her child is just this: good health and longevity, and a gentleman like jade.

Lin Ruan's voice pulled him out of his memories.

She said: "I just think it's fun to destroy orchids and break jade, but I will also ensure your health and longevity."

Li Changchun agreed.

Huaiyu, Changchun.

Since the destruction of Lan and Yu is inevitable, it would be great if I could fulfill half of my mother's last wish.