Heartstrings Resonance: The Beloved Princess of the Female Power

She nodded in agreement and echoed, "Indeed, the Imperial College is almost entirely composed of children from aristocratic families. Who would be willing to lower themselves to study farming and growing crops? To them, these are all lowly and vulgar things. Moreover, throughout the long history of Zhao State, there has never been a college dedicated to teaching such knowledge." However, thinking about the fact that Zhao State's grain production is not abundant now, she added, "This attempt may bring new hope to Zhao State." At this point, she couldn't help but sigh lightly, her eyes showing both worry about the current situation and expectations for the future.

Then she smiled and said comfortingly: "I am not a dodder that depends on others to survive. Just go ahead and do it. Don't worry about my feelings." But seeing that Mu Yunxi's face was still full of disapproval, she spoke again, her tone becoming more firm: "I am the pine and cypress that grows tenaciously in the cracks of the rocks in the mountains. How can a little wind and rain easily defeat me? Just go ahead and do it boldly. If this succeeds, I will also be the beneficiary. From ancient times to the present, there is no such thing as getting something for nothing in the world. More importantly, I believe in you!" After that, she looked directly at Mu Yunxi with burning eyes, and the trust in her eyes was unreserved.

Seeing Yongle's confident eyes, Mu Yunxi hesitated for a moment, and finally said firmly: "I will never let you down."

Yongle nodded resolutely, then suggested, "In that case, why don't we choose an auspicious day to officially announce the establishment of this academy?"

"Okay! Then it's up to you to decide the specific date!" Mu Yunxi responded readily.

Yongle thought for a moment, then asked, "So, do we need to invite some guests?"

Mu Yunxi smiled and shook her head, indicating that everything would be entirely up to Yongle's arrangement. She said, "You have full authority over this matter!"

Yongle knew that Mu Yunxi disliked noisy occasions, so he responded decisively, "Then don't invite anyone else. On the chosen day, we'll set off a string of festive firecrackers in front of the academy gate, and then send people around to spread the exciting news. That's all that's enough!"

Hearing this, Mu Yunxi couldn't help but chuckle and said jokingly: "Wouldn't it be a bit inappropriate to do this?"

Yongle, however, remained unfazed, confidently explaining, "Don't worry. With my distinguished status as the Princess of Zhao, even without a special invitation, those dignitaries will surely send someone to investigate upon hearing about this. Who knows, they might even donate generously to help us improve our academy!"

As soon as the words fell, Mu Yunxi could no longer suppress the smile in her heart and said lovingly: "What a cunning little fox."

Yongle looked at her doting eyes, and even the slight gloom that had lingered in his heart disappeared. Because of this, she often forgot that Mu Yunxi was three years younger than she was. Yet, she deeply loved the sense of security Mu Yunxi gave her. When they first started dating, she had thought she would be the one doting, but now, in this relationship, she was the one being doted on, and she was deeply immersed in it, unable to extricate herself.

Yongle gently held up Mu Yunxi's beautiful face with both hands and slowly kissed her pink lips. This passionate kiss lasted for a long time. After it ended, Mu Yunxi keenly noticed that something was wrong with Yongle. So, she asked softly, "What's wrong?"

Yongle shook his head gently, his eyes revealing a hint of tenderness and emotion, and said, "It's nothing, I just suddenly felt that even though I'm three years older than you, you're the one worrying about everything."

Hearing this, Mu Yunxi smiled slightly, stretched out her finger and gently lifted Yongle's chin, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, looking at her lovingly, and teasingly said: "Why have you become so sentimental? Could it be that I didn't serve you well last night?"

Yongle blushed with shame after hearing this. He reached out and slapped Mu Yunxi's hand away, pretending to be angry and said, "You little girl, you are talking nonsense! Wait until night, and see how I will deal with you!"

Mu Yunxi couldn't help laughing when she heard that. She winked playfully and said, "No need to wait until night. Why don't you come and 'cure' me now?" As she spoke, she deliberately put her cheek close to Yongle's lips.

Yongle couldn't help but burst into laughter as he watched the increasingly shameless man before him. The man, seemingly unwilling to be outdone, joked and played with Yongle, filling the room with cheerful laughter.

Just as the two were having fun, they suddenly heard Ruo Ling's clear voice coming from outside the door: "Your Highness, the guards are here to report that there is a woman named Qin Lan outside with a letter asking to see you."

Hearing this, Mu Yunxi quickly stopped what she was doing and gently helped Yongle tidy up his slightly messy clothes, and then quickly put his own clothes in order. Seeing this, Yongle nodded slightly and motioned Ruo Ling to come in and answer.

"Who is it? We were making so much noise just now that I couldn't hear clearly." Yongle asked curiously.

Ruo Ling, who was standing at the door, hurriedly reported again, "Your Highness, she said her name was Qin Lan. I thought Your Highness had previously stayed at the Qin family, so I came to inform you."

Yongle and Mu Yunxi looked at each other and said, "Is that so? Take her to the front hall and wait. I will be there right away."

Ruo Ling replied yes and then retreated respectfully.

After Ruo Ling left, Yong Le murmured softly, "Could it be that girl Lan Er?"

Mu Yunxi smiled slightly and said softly, "Just go and take a look and you'll know." As she spoke, she carefully straightened the slightly crooked hairpin on Yongle's head.

Seeing this, Yongle couldn't help but give her a coquettish look and said angrily, "It's all your fault!" After saying that, he reached out and pinched Mu Yunxi lightly.

Mu Yunxi cooperated and pretended to beg for mercy: "I was wrong, I was wrong, it's all my fault!"

"Would you like to come with me to the front hall?" Yongle asked her softly with a smile on his face.

Hearing this, she nodded and said, "Go! I haven't seen her for a long time." As soon as she finished speaking, she reached out and grabbed Yongle, and walked out the door with light steps.

Yongle was dragged forward by her, muttering, "Me too. I haven't met her since I left Shuanglin Prefecture." There was a hint of nostalgia in her eyes, as if the days in Shuanglin Prefecture were still vivid in her mind.

When the two of them slowly arrived at the front hall, the first thing that caught their eyes was the vibrant orange-red color. A woman in orange-red clothing was sitting there, looking very attentively.

Mu Yunxi and Yongle looked at each other, and understood each other. The corners of their mouths rose at the same time. The person who came was Qin Lan.

"Oh! We have a rare guest today!" Yongle walked into the front hall with a smile on her face, and Mu Yunxi followed closely behind her.

Qin Lan was lost in her thoughts when she heard footsteps approaching from afar. She looked up. It would have been fine if she hadn't looked, but once she did, she was stunned by the sight before her—two angelic beauties slowly approaching her, their graceful figures seemingly plucked from a painting. Such a beautiful scene instantly sank Qin Lan into a trance, her gaze fixed on them in fascination.

"Look, he hasn't changed at all, he's still an out-and-out little pervert!" Mu Yunxi turned to Yongle and joked softly.

This teasing remark was like a thunderclap, instantly bringing Qin Lan back to reality from her trance. She snapped back to reality, a blush spreading across her face as she spoke in a panic, "Ah! Hello... Her Royal Highness the Princess!" She was so nervous that her words became halting.

Seeing this, Yongle hurried forward, extended his hand and gently helped Qin Lan up, saying with a smile: "Please stand up and take a seat. It's been a long time since we last met! In the blink of an eye, more than a year has passed, and you have become more graceful and elegant, and even taller!"

Qin Lan was delighted by Yongle's praise, but her eyes unconsciously glanced at Mu Yunxi, who was more than half a head taller than her, and she muttered softly, "How can anyone grow as fast as Sister Yunxi!"

"That's right! She seems to have taken some growth-enhancing elixir in the past year or so, and she has grown so fast. She was obviously a little shorter than me before, but now when we meet again, she is actually half a head taller than me." Yongle echoed Qin Lan's words.

Seeing that she was alone, Yongle couldn't help but ask curiously, "Why are you alone? You don't even have a personal maid with you?"

Qin Lan lowered her head slightly and answered timidly: "My parents didn't allow me to come to see you, so... so I ran away secretly without telling them!" After saying that, she bit her lip unconsciously.

Mu Yunxi, who was standing by, heard this and showed a slight disapproval on her face. She said softly, "Sister Xiaolan, this isn't a good thing to do! You should have told your family first. Otherwise, if you suddenly disappear, your parents will definitely be worried."

Qin Lan seemed afraid of being blamed, and quickly waved her hands to explain: "I asked my maid to go back to the inn and tell my parents, everything will be fine!"

Seeing this, Yongle inquired about the name and location of the inn where Qin Lan's parents were staying. He immediately turned to Ruoling, who was standing beside him, and instructed her carefully, "Ruoling, you must go to that inn immediately and invite Madam Qin to be our guest. Remember, be courteous and considerate."