Good heavens! The Supreme God is being relentlessly harassed!

Shen Wangchuan eventually dealt with his morning restlessness on his own. Seeing that Ayan had already washed up, he hurriedly got up and tidied himself up.

When will we be able to eat meat again? Shen Wangchuan sighed deeply.

He then realized that it was a day off today, which explained why Ayan had slept in so late.

Despite it being a day off, Xie Liuyan still went to his study.

There are too many memorials to read in the court. Yunqi is already fifteen years old, and he will gradually hand over important matters to him.

Xie Liuyan closed the memorial from the Minister of Revenue. This year, the national treasury was in deficit. Although Yunqi's birthday banquet was only held in the palace on a small scale, the expenses were still considerable.

But what's strange is that in the past two years, there has been no need for the Yun Kingdom to invest a large amount of silver.

After the late emperor's death, Xie Liuyan led the Yun Kingdom's army to repel an enemy state that had invaded the border. Since then, the Yun Kingdom has always pursued a national policy of recuperation and development.

So how could the national treasury have suffered such a large loss?

Xie Liuyan narrowed his eyes. Something was amiss; there must be a trap involved.

I'm afraid someone has lining their own pockets quite a bit.

Just as I was thinking this, Shen Wangchuan's voice came from the study doorway:

"Ayan, it's your day off today. What are your plans? Don't tell me you're staying at home again."

Shen Wangchuan walked up behind Xie Liuyan with a mournful expression. He inadvertently noticed that there were still fresh ink stains on the memorial.

The handwriting was strong and vigorous, clearly annotated by Ayan.

Xie Liuyan closed the memorial and set it aside, then asked the person behind him:

"So? Where do you want to go? I'll have Xie Yi go with you."

Xie Liuyan spoke in a calm tone, but his hands never stopped moving as he casually opened another memorial.

Upon hearing this, Shen Wangchuan's expression became even more resentful. Xie Yi? Then he would rather go back to his room and sleep.

Ayan knew perfectly well that he just wanted the two of them to go out for a stroll together. He didn't know how long it had been since he had gone out with Ayan again.

In the past, this would never have happened to Shen Wangchuan.

After all, as a playboy, Shen Wangchuan's schedule was naturally packed, and everyone on the street knew him.

Now that he's been staying at the Prince's Mansion for a while, the old ladies on the street have probably forgotten he even exists.

Shen Wangchuan thought about many things, but remained silent for a long time.

Xie Liuyan finished reading the memorial in his hand with great focus, only then realizing the other party's silence for half a day.

Could it be that she's angry because of what I said?

Xie Liuyan turned his head and saw Shen, who was lost in thought.

It seems that he is too worried.

"Do you really want to go for a walk in the streets?"

Shen Wangchuan nodded frantically: "Yes, yes, I most want to go out with Ayan."

Looking at the pile of memorials in his hands, Xie Liuyan said, "Okay, but I'll have to finish my work first. We'll go out together this afternoon."

"We still need to call Xie Yi when the time comes; he'll drive the carriage and be responsible for our safety."

This time, Shen Wangchuan didn't say anything more. Although he and Xie Yi didn't get along, when it came to Ayan's personal safety, having an extra guard meant more protection.

Although Shen Wangchuan possessed martial arts skills, he would not be arrogant.

“Alright, then it’s settled, Ayan. You go ahead and review the memorials, then I’ll go back to my room for a nap to recharge. We’ll go out for a stroll together this afternoon.”

Hearing him say he was going back to sleep, Xie Liuyan sighed and rubbed his forehead in exasperation.

That's true, you should rest more after a hangover.

He waved his hand, signaling the other person to go ahead, while he himself became even more focused on reviewing the memorials.

*

The morning passed, and the sun slowly moved westward.

Shen Wangchuan was woken up by a servant. He rubbed his sleepy eyes and looked up to see his wife, Ayan, watching him from not far away at the door.

Seeing that he had opened his eyes, Xie Liuyan said in a calm tone, "You're awake? Let's go then."

Shen Wangchuan flipped himself up with a somersault and quickly tidied his clothes.

You can tell he really wants to go shopping.

Xie Yi waited at the entrance of the Prince's Mansion. As arranged last time, the two got into the carriage, with Xie Yi driving.

When they set off, the sun was already setting in the west, and by the time they reached the street, it was already getting dark.

The streets were bustling with people, just as lively as during the day.

Because of the large number of people around, the carriage slowed down.

Shen Wangchuan sat by the window, watching the people come and go, feeling deeply moved. Seeing such a bustling scene, he knew that Ayan's efforts had not been in vain.

The people of Yun Kingdom are truly living happy and joyful lives.

“Speaking of which, Ah Yan, look how many people are on the street. It feels like today is some special day.”

Xie Liuyan, who was resting with his eyes closed, lifted the curtain on the other side upon hearing this.

Men and women strolled in pairs on the street, expressing their affection for each other.

Xie Liuyan realized something and said to Shen Wangchuan, who was asking, "Today is the Qixi Festival, and lovers who are in love with each other will give each other gifts."

Shen Wangchuan slapped his forehead. "So that's how it is. No wonder."

Inwardly, he sighed. Ah Yan had been so busy that he forgot about the Qixi Festival. He had really been absent-minded these past two days; how could he have forgotten about it too?

I need to find an opportunity to get off the carriage and buy a gift for Ayan.

Just then, Xie Yi, who was driving the carriage, stopped the carriage, knocked on the partition and asked, "Your Highness, it's already dinner time. Shall I park the carriage at the stall not far away and serve you your meal?"

Xie Liuyan gave a faint "hmm".

Xie Yi noticed an open space next to a wonton stall not far away, which was perfect for parking his carriage, so he drove the carriage over there.

First, assemble the wheelchair, then help the prince down.

Xie Liuyan sat in his wheelchair, his gaze sweeping over the surroundings.

He frowned slightly, not knowing why, but he felt somewhat uneasy tonight.

Suppressing the strange feeling in his heart, Shen Wangchuan pushed him to the wonton stall.

"Master, three bowls of wontons, please."

The stall owners, a couple, replied, "Alright, please wait a moment, the wontons will be here shortly."

Shen Wangchuan then seized the opportunity to express his own ideas:

"Ayan, I suddenly remembered that I bought something at a shop on this street earlier but didn't have time to pay. You and Xie Yi eat first, I'll go take care of it and be right back."

Xie Liuyan glanced at him with some surprise, but still agreed:

"Hurry back, or the wontons will get cold."

Shen Wangchuan nodded, and then his figure disappeared into the crowd.

He walked briskly, remembering that there was a shop selling jade pendants a little further ahead, which he and Zhao Jue had visited a few times before.

The jade pendant from that shop was of excellent quality, but he wasn't particularly interested in it and only glanced at it.

Now he wants to buy a gift for Ayan.

The owner of the jade pendant shop was a shrewd middle-aged man who was overjoyed to see him. He was very familiar with the face of Young Master Shen, after all, the man was generous and rarely bargained.

Seeing him come to my shop now, I suppose a big deal has come my way.

"Manager Tang, bring out your best jade pendant. I want to take a good look at it today."

Manager Tang readily agreed and then ordered his assistant to bring out the store's prized possession.

It was a piece of pure, crystal-clear warm jade, like a flawless gemstone, and it felt warm to the touch.

The patterns on the surface of the warm jade are interwoven like a delicate spider web, with smooth and natural lines, without the slightest flaw, which is truly amazing.

Holding this warm jade gently in my palm, I felt no chill, but rather a warm and smooth sensation.

Shen Wangchuan knew it was indeed a fine jade the moment he touched it.

Thinking that Ah Yan was still waiting for him at the stall, he didn't haggle with the shopkeeper for long before taking the jade pendant.

With the wontons tucked into his pocket, Shen Wangchuan quickly walked toward the wonton stall.

He never expected that the wonton stall would be overturned in a short while, and a group of men in black would appear and surround Xie Yi and Xie Liuyan.

When he saw the man in black's sword thrusting towards Xie Liuyan, his pupils contracted slightly. He used his lightness skill to reach the wonton stall and kicked the man away.

His heart was pounding, but he didn't have time to turn around. He asked urgently:

"Ayan, are you alright?"