Sir Song, do you want to pledge yourself to me?

It wasn't easy for Duke Cheng'en to find someone. The capital was home to numerous noble families, their power was complex and intertwined, and Duke Cheng'en couldn't just search everywhere.

For example, Sifang Pavilion belongs to the property of the Jun family. If the Cheng'en family wants to search it, they have to get the consent of the Jun family. Otherwise, it would be that the Cheng'en family wants to unilaterally provoke disputes between the two families.

After a night of searching, nothing was found. In addition, the mansion of Duke Cheng'en was looted and Duke Cheng'en himself suddenly fell ill. The mansion was in chaos. When the prince woke up, he immediately ordered the withdrawal of the palace soldiers. The matter of capturing Ji Nuan had to be put on hold temporarily.

In front of the Wenhui Building opposite, there was an endless stream of carriages and sedan chairs, and the young men and women in the capital who loved chess were invited to participate in the chess meeting.

Many people have gathered around the chess table on the second floor. Some have already started playing chess, some are gathered together discussing chess records enthusiastically, and some have just met and are greeting each other.

A young man in blue stood by the railing, surrounded by several companions. He was none other than the renowned dandy prince of the capital, Prince Nan. He was excitedly recounting to the other dandies the wonderful moment of Xiao Shuyue's beating last night.

"Do you know? The female hero named Long Aotian, her skirt just swayed for a moment, and I, with my sharp eyes, couldn't see how she moved, and Xiao Shuyue flew away like a marble!" Prince Nan said as he gestured.

"What a shame! What a shame you weren't there to see that bitch being beaten so badly she was helpless and could only sit on the ground helplessly and furious. Hahahaha... That look would make me laugh at her for the whole year!"

Someone nearby asked curiously, "Didn't the Prince say the Second Prince was there? He just watched Xiao Shuyue get beaten up, unmoved?"

Upon hearing this, the Prince of Nan laughed heartily. "He's always been a hypocrite, a master of changing his stance according to the situation. Seeing he had no help and couldn't defeat the other party, he simply gave in. He didn't even dare to reveal his identity, only saying that the Cheng'en Mansion was his maternal family. Hahahaha... But the female knight didn't buy it at all, and even ridiculed the Cheng'en Mansion, saying that they were able to maintain their wealth and splendor by giving birth to daughters through nepotism. These words really touched my heart!"

When he got excited, Prince Nan laughed so hard that he almost fell down.

Only he dared to speak these words so openly. Although the others listened with great interest, they did not even dare to agree. After all, who didn't know that the Cheng'en Mansion was petty and had vicious means of revenge?

Although the playboys themselves have no abilities, it does not prevent them from admiring those who are truly capable.

In the past, whenever they met Xiao Shuyue, they were often bullied. Now that someone dared to deal with Xiao Shuyue, they were filled with admiration.

One of the dandies couldn't help but ask Prince Nan, "Have you found out where that heroine lives? If you do, please take us to meet her!"

Prince Nan did send people to look for Ji Nuan last night, but unfortunately she disappeared so quickly like a gust of wind that his men were unable to catch up with her.

At this moment, Prince Nan was chatting and laughing with several of his companions. When he mentioned this matter, a hint of regret appeared on his face.

"I also want to find her, but unfortunately there is no news so far. I heard that Duke Cheng'en's Mansion sent more than a hundred palace soldiers to look for her, but they returned empty-handed and didn't find her. A master is a master, it's not so easy to meet her!" Prince Nan sighed.

Ji Nuan leaned against the window frame of the guest room, holding a fried chicken wing in her hand and eating it with gusto. She accidentally overheard the conversation between Prince Nan and others. She felt that although Prince Nan looked lacking in the demeanor of a gentleman, he dared to challenge Xiao Shuyue, which was quite pleasing to her.

She looked at the fried chicken wings on the plate and saw that there were still several pieces. So, she shouted to the other side: "Little Prince, be friends and I will treat you to fried chicken."

When Prince Nan and his companions heard the sound, they looked over and saw a stunning woman leaning against the window opposite, waving the plate in her hand towards them with a bright and warm smile.

Seeing this, the people around Prince Nan winked at him and teased him, "The girl over there wants to make friends with the prince!"

Prince Nan glared at the man and said sternly, "Don't talk nonsense. You're ruining the girl's reputation." After that, he turned to look at Ji Nuan and said with a smile, "Thank you for your kindness, young lady. I'll have someone come and get it."

Ji Nuan, however, was kindhearted. She didn't want to trouble Prince Nan to send another person, but she also wanted to satisfy their admiration for the female hero. So, she said, "No need to make a special trip, just take it!" With that, she gently tossed the plate in her hand and flew towards Prince Nan and his men.

When Prince Nan and his companions saw this, they thought Ji Nuan was deliberately teasing them. After all, how could they catch him from such a long distance across the street?

The plate drew a graceful arc in the air and finally landed steadily in the open hands of Prince Nan.

Prince Nanjun wasn't that particular. He picked up a fried chicken wing and took a bite. He immediately found it crispy and delicious. He couldn't help but exclaim, "What a rare delicacy!"

Several people looked at the plate in Prince Nan's hand. The fried chicken wings on the plate were golden and tempting. They were surprised and reached out to pick up a piece to taste.

While chewing the delicious food in his mouth, Prince Nan couldn't help but raise the chicken wings in his hand and shouted in the direction of Ji Nuan: "Thank you very much, young lady! What is your name, young lady?"

Ji Nuan answered loudly without hesitation, "I'm Long Aotian. Didn't the young prince want to see me?"

When they heard Ji Nuan confirm that he was Long Aotian, they opened their mouths in surprise.

Can the master meet me just like that if he wants to?

He was so generous as to treat them to fried chicken.

Ah! Ah! Ah! The excitement of meeting my idol!

Prince Nan turned around on the spot, swallowed the meat in his mouth with difficulty, and confirmed again: "You...are you really Long Aotian? The Long Aotian who kicked Xiao Shuyue away last night?"

Ji Nuan smiled even more happily, and she said eagerly, "It's genuine! If the young prince doesn't believe it, you can try flying one to see if it's real."

Prince Nan quickly waved his hands, "No, no, I was shortsighted just now. The young lady knew it was me. The plate just now landed safely in my hands. The young lady's skills are truly unpredictable!"

The other young men also echoed, "Yes, yes! Miss Long is truly amazing! We are in awe of her! It is truly our honor to meet her!"

"Miss, are you accepting a disciple? I'd like to be your disciple. If you don't want a disciple, I can be your younger brother."

A foodie dude took the opportunity to ask, "And this fried chicken? It's my first time eating it, and it tastes amazing! Where did you get it, young lady? I want to get some more to try."

Upon hearing this, several people laughed and patted the foodie dude on the head.

“All I think about is eating!”

The foodie dandy grumbled and retorted aggrievedly, "Don't you want to?"

Ji Nuan couldn't help laughing as she watched them from the opposite side. She shook her head and said, "Don't even think about it. It's not available outside. My family made this for me. I'll treat you guys to it when I get a chance."

The foodie and the others all looked disappointed. However, someone quickly changed the subject and invited Ji Nuan to play chess: "Miss Long, do you know how to play chess? Would you like to come over and play a game?"

Ji Nuan smiled and refused: "Forget about the game, I'm not interested in chess."

Just when everyone thought the topic had ended, Shen Muge, one of the girls on the other side of the railing, leaned out half of her body and waved excitedly at Ji Nuan: "Sister, sister, I'm over here!"

Seeing this, Ji Nuan hurriedly warned: "Muge, go back quickly! It's dangerous!" After that, she lifted her skirt, jumped out of the window lightly, and went straight to Shen Muge.

This scene made all the playboys and young girls present exclaim in surprise.

Ji Nuan was seen with a nimble figure, flying through the air like a swallow, and sitting steadily on the railing next to Shen Muge.

When Shen Muge saw Ji Nuan, a happy smile appeared on her face. She took Ji Nuan's hand and said, "Sister, you are so amazing! You can actually jump over here!"

Ji Nuan smiled and touched Shen Muge's head, saying, "Muge, don't do such dangerous things in the future. What if you fall down?"

Shen Muge stuck out her tongue and said, "I know, sister. I was just so happy to see you that I forgot."

Ji Nuan and Shen Muge started chatting on the railing, while the other playboys and little girls gathered around and looked at them curiously.

Someone asked, "Miss Long, do you know Miss Shen?"

Shen Muge straightened his back and said proudly, "Last night, the lamp stand on Zhuque Street collapsed, and it was Sister Long who rescued me from under the lamp stand. She is my savior!"

Look at how proud this girl is, as if being associated with her is something to be proud of. The little girl's eyes sparkle with admiration, and people can't help but be infected by her emotions.

"Miss Long is so amazing!"

"Yeah, I heard about what happened last night too. It was really thrilling!"

"I saw it with my own eyes. Miss Long saved Miss Shen the moment the lampstand fell over, and even kicked it back to its original position." After Prince Nan finished speaking, he remembered what his companion had just said and immediately had an idea. He clasped his fists and said, "Lady, I want to recognize you as my leader. Please accept me as your brother!"

The playboys who hung out with Prince Nan also followed suit.

"Boss, please accept me as your little brother!"

Ji Nuan's mouth twitched. She didn't want to be the new playboy.

"Everyone, everyone, you are so polite. I just happened to pass by last night and did it casually. As for being the boss, this... I am really not suitable." Ji Nuan declined tactfully.

However, Prince Nan and his group of dandy young men didn't seem to be willing to give up easily. They all said that Ji Nuan had deeply impressed them and they were willing to follow her even to death.

"Miss Long, don't be so modest. You are a master of martial arts, and we all admire you!"

"Yes, Miss Long, please accept us! We will definitely obey your command and do anything for you!"

"Okay, everyone. Thank you for your trust, but I'm not really good at being the boss. However, if you are willing, we can be friends. If you have any difficulties or need help in the future, just come to me." Ji Nuan finally found a relatively tactful way to refuse.

Prince Nan and a group of playboys were disappointed when they heard this, but they could only accept this reality. They all said that it was an honor to be friends with Ji Nuan.

"Okay, Miss Long. Then it's settled! We'll be friends from now on!" Prince Nan said with a hearty laugh.

Shen Muge held Ji Nuan's arm affectionately, "And me, and me. Sister Long saved me, so you're my real sister from now on."

Ji Nuan secretly laughed in her heart, thinking that Shen Muge's expression would be very funny when she found out that she was her cousin's wife.

In the end, Prince Nan insisted on hosting everyone for lunch, mainly to invite Ji Nuan.

There was a dining area inside Wenhui Tower. After greeting Master Jiang, Prince Nan and Young Master Jiang brought his playboy brothers, as well as Ji Nuan and Shen Muge's other two sisters, to the dining garden behind Wenhui Tower.

During the banquet, Prince Nan enthusiastically introduced his playboy brothers, and Shen Muge introduced her two sisters to Ji Nuan, and everyone chatted happily. Ji Nuan casually revealed that she was about to leave the capital, which caused everyone to sigh that they had met too late and that their acquaintance was too short, and they were filled with reluctance to leave.

When the meal was almost over, Pei Jingrang suddenly came over.

He looked at Ji Nuan with a half-smile, "Lady Long Aotian, long time no see?"

Ji Nuan had run into Pei Jingrang last night and knew he would come looking for her sooner or later. She had no intention of pretending not to know him and greeted him openly, "Mr. Pei, how are you?"

"Brother Pei, you and my sister know each other, why haven't I heard you say that?"

Shen Muge was very surprised. When they met last night, there was no sign that they knew each other.

Knowing that Ji Nuan had concealed her true identity, Pei Jingrang tacitly refrained from further explanation. He simply waved his fan gently and said with a smile, "This is a long story. You will know it later." Then, he asked Ji Nuan, "When do you plan to leave?"

"Just these two days."

Pei Jingrang lowered his voice, his tone filled with urgency: "Then you'd better leave as soon as possible! You offended those two yesterday, and the Cheng'en Mansion already bears a grudge against you. Last night, the Cheng'en Mansion was robbed again. They can't find the culprit now, so sooner or later they will put the blame on you. When that happens, it won't be so easy for you to leave."

Pei Jingrang had no idea that Ji Nuan was the culprit who looted the Cheng'en Mansion. He rushed over to remind her after receiving the news out of good intentions.

Ji Nuan was grateful, "Thank you, Master Pei, for reminding me. I now understand."

Prince Nan, standing nearby, had also vaguely overheard the incident and clearly realized the seriousness of the situation. Even if Miss Long was formidable, she was still alone. As the saying goes, two fists can't defeat four. So, he asked with concern, "Miss Long, the Cheng'en Mansion has always been domineering. Would you like me to send a few people to protect you?"

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