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"Qiao'er, I'm back."

Lu Ming's voice suddenly rang out, breaking the silence in the room.

Su Qiaoer turned around suddenly, and the moment she saw Lu Ming, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.

"Lu Lang, why are you here?"

Lu Ming walked up to her and looked at her affectionately.

"I missed you, so I came to see you. How are you? Are you used to living here?"

Su Qiaoer felt warm in her heart and nodded with a smile: "I'm used to it. Thank you for your concern, Prince."

Lu Ming held her hand gently.

"Between you and me, there's no need to thank me. By the way, were you just about to ask Princess Huiyang what she likes?"

Su Qiao'er was slightly stunned, then she said softly, "Nothing, just asking casually."

A sharp glint flashed in Lu Ming's eyes.

"It's best not to have too much interaction with her. She's spoiled and arrogant."

Su Qiaoer nodded obediently: "I understand, Lu Lang."

Lu Ming looked at her and his tone softened.

"Don't get too close to those powerful people. They are not easy to deal with."

Su Qiaoer raised her head and looked into his eyes.

"But, Lu Lang, I am the prince's concubine and will become his consort in the future. If I don't deal with them, how can I gain a foothold in the palace in the future?"

Lu Ming held her hand tightly and said, "As long as I'm here, you'll be fine."

A warm feeling surged in Su Qiaoer's heart, and she looked at Lu Ming deeply.

"Lu Lang, I know you're good to me, but I also want to share some of your burden."

Lu Ming looked at her, a hint of approval flashing in his eyes: "What do you want to do?"

Su Qiaoer looked at him firmly: "I want to help you manage the palace and be your good wife."

Lu Ming looked at her, was silent for a moment, and then nodded: "Okay, then you give it a try."

A glimmer of joy flashed in Su Qiaoer's eyes: "Well, I will try my best."

Lu Ming looked at her, smiled, and said nothing.

The two of them just stood there quietly, enjoying this rare warm moment.

However, at this moment, hurried footsteps were suddenly heard outside the door.

"Sir, the prince wants you to come over."

The butler's voice sounded outside the door.

Lu Ming frowned and looked at Su Qiaoer.

"I'm going to go first, you wait for me to come back."

Su Qiaoer nodded obediently: "Okay, go ahead, I'll wait for you here."

Lu Ming turned and left. Su Qiaoer looked at his back and took a deep breath.

She picked up the wine glass and walked towards the dignitaries.

She had a decent smile on her face and mingled with them.

This is her first step. If she wants to gain a foothold in this palace, she must learn to deal with these people.

On Mid-Autumn Night, the palace was bustling with activity.

Su Qiaoer wore a red dress and had exquisite makeup on, accompanying Lu Ming to various occasions.

Her performance was decent and generous, winning everyone's praise.

"Sir, congratulations on your promotion."

Su Qiaoer had a smile on her lips, but there was a hint of shrewdness in her eyes.

The adult was slightly startled, then recognized her: "Oh? You are..."

"The prince's concubine, Su Qiao'er."

She spoke softly, but every word was clear.

A hint of surprise flashed across the master's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure: "It turns out to be Aunt Su, nice to meet you."

Su Qiaoer raised her glass and chuckled, "You are so polite, my lord. I'll toast you a glass."

After she finished speaking, she drank it all in one gulp, the wine flowing down her throat as if with a hint of determination.

Seeing this, the adult also picked up the wine glass and drank it all.

Su Qiaoer moved among the powerful and wealthy, drinking and chatting with them.

Her laughter was clear and pleasant, yet it carried a subtle hint of alienation.

Lu Ming looked at her from a distance, his brows furrowed.

He wanted to go up to her and talk to her, but when he saw how familiar she was with those powerful people, he stopped abruptly.

At this time, Princess Huiyang came over and said, "Sir, the prince wants to discuss something with you."

Lu Ming withdrew his gaze and nodded.

"Okay, let's go."

After saying that, he turned and left, but couldn't help but look back at Su Qiaoer.

Princess Huiyang noticed his action, her eyes flickered slightly but she said nothing.

Su Qiaoer was completely immersed in the conversation with the dignitaries and did not notice Lu Ming's departure at all.

After a long time, Su Qiaoer finally ended her conversation with the dignitaries.

She looked around for Lu Ming, and when she saw him coming from a distance, a happy smile appeared on her face.

"Lu Lang, you're here!"

Lu Ming watched her approaching him, his face darkening. "Who were you chatting with just now?"

"They are just some powerful people," Su Qiaoer explained.

"I want to build a good relationship with them so I can help you later..."

"No need!"

Lu Ming interrupted her, "Don't worry about these things from now on!"

Su Qiaoer was startled by his tone.

"Lu Lang, what's wrong with you? Are you angry?"

She watched his expression carefully.

Lu Ming looked at her worried face and the anger in his heart gradually subsided.

He took a deep breath and said, "I'm fine, let's go back."

After saying that, he pulled her away from this place of trouble.

After returning to the yard, both of them were silent.

Su Qiaoer could feel the low pressure emanating from Lu Ming.

She knew that he must have something on his mind, but he just didn't want to say it out loud.

So she asked softly, "Lu Lang, what's wrong with you? Is there something on your mind?"

Lu Ming looked at her in silence for a while before finally speaking: "I just saw you mingling with those powerful people, and I felt a little uncomfortable..."

Before he could finish his words, Su Qiaoer hugged him tightly.

"I'm sorry, Lu Lang, for making you worry. I will definitely be more careful next time!"

"I know," Lu Ming looked at her, "but I don't want you to deal with those powerful people. You are mine, not theirs."

"Lu Lang," Su Qiao'er looked at him, a little touched, "I understand. I will pay attention to it next time."

On the other side, Lin Wanqing was following Lu Shengyuan around and greeting people.

"Prince, Princess,"

"Prince, Princess."

"The prince's health is getting better and better."

"Yes, the last time I saw the prince, he was still sick."

"It's all thanks to the princess!"

"..."

Everyone spoke politely, and Lin Wanqing responded one by one.

"Prince, the Crown Princess is here."

At this time, the eunuch's shrill voice sounded.

Upon hearing this, everyone turned around and saluted.

"I've met the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess."

Lu Shengyuan and Lin Wanqing also turned around and saluted slightly.

"No need to be polite," the prince looked at them, "Today is Mid-Autumn Festival. The prince and the princess came here to join in the fun. I hope your highness and princess don't mind."

"How could that be?" Lin Wanqing looked at him. "It's our honor that the Crown Prince and Crown Princess are here."

"That's good," the prince looked at her, "I've heard that the princess's medical skills are amazing. This time, the princess specially prepared a gift and wanted to thank you in person."

As he spoke, he glanced at the Crown Princess.

The Crown Princess immediately understood, walked forward, took an exquisite box from the maid, and handed it to Lin Wanqing.

"Princess, please accept this humble gift from the Crown Prince and me."

The Crown Princess presented an exquisite brocade box with both hands, her eyes full of gratitude.

Lin Wanqing raised her eyebrows slightly and looked at the brocade box in front of her with some curiosity. "Oh? What treasure is this?"

"This is a pearl from the East China Sea. I sent someone to find it specially."