Having transmigrated into a book, who would still want to be a secondary wife?

"Your Highness, I met Young Master Xiao for the first time today, but he insisted that I take him as a concubine. When I refused, he threatened me. I beg Your Highness to uphold justice for me!"

Song Ruozhen looked at Chu Junting with her clear eyes.

Although she hadn't had many interactions with Chu Junting, she was fairly familiar with his temperament.

At least, this esteemed Prince Chu is not a petty person.

Even though he was a little unhappy when she left last time, he was still willing to help her teach someone a lesson today, which shows that he is magnanimous and will stand up for her.

Xiao Yize was surprised by Song Ruozhen's audacity. Everyone knew that the Prince of Chu was cold and aloof and should not be provoked. How dare she ask the Prince of Chu to help her?

Did she think that because she was somewhat beautiful, the King of Chu would look at her differently?

The King of Chu was only displeased that he had harassed respectable women, but to say that he was teaching him a lesson because of Song Ruozhen was just wishful thinking!

"Song Ruozhen, who do you think you are? You even want His Highness the Prince of Chu to stand up for you? Don't you even know if you're worthy!"

If I were you, I would kneel down and kowtow to apologize right now…

"Snapped!"

Chu Junting's folding fan slammed into Xiao Yize's mouth.

Blood was drawn instantly.

Xiao Yize felt a sharp pain in his mouth, his eyes filled with astonishment. "King Chu, why did you hit me?"

"You should be beaten for your rude remarks!"

Chu Junting's voice was deep and cold, like an ice blade piercing straight into the depths of the soul, sending chills down one's spine.

Even though it was just a few simple words, Xiao Yize felt his hair stand on end. He rarely saw Chu Junting look so menacing; his eyes... he just wanted to kill him.

"Yunyang, take him away and give him thirty lashes. Let Lord Xiao come and take him back in person."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Yunyang quickly stepped forward and swiftly pinned Xiao Yize's hands behind his back, causing him to scream in pain.

"King of Chu, please hear my explanation, I..."

However, just as Xiao Yize was frantically trying to explain, Chu Junting simply gave Yun Yang a cold look, and the latter immediately covered Xiao Yize's mouth.

Daring to disturb their prince's peace and quiet? They're asking for death!

Seeing how decisively Chu Junting dealt with Xiao Yize, Song Ruozhen gained a better understanding of the Chu King's position.

Sure enough, he was the big shot with an extraordinary status mentioned in the article.

Even though the Xiao family held a deeply entrenched position in the imperial court, he showed no mercy when disciplining Xiao Yize.

"Thank you, Your Highness, for upholding justice for me," Song Ruozhen said with a smile.

Seeing the woman's nonchalant demeanor, Chu Junting felt even more agitated.

"What would you have done if I hadn't come?"

"But didn't the Prince arrive?"

Song Ruozhen smiled sweetly, her smile as beautiful as a blooming peach blossom, captivating and delightful to behold.

"You, a young lady, should be more careful. Fortunately, you met me today. Otherwise, someone as troublesome as Xiao Yize would not have been easy to shake off."

Looking at the bright and beautiful face in front of him, Chu Junting realized that the girl had no idea how attractive her face was.

Even if she does nothing, just standing there, countless men would be unable to resist wanting to approach her.

Song Ruozhen understood that Chu Junting was doing this for her own good. Although she was sure she could handle it, she wasn't so ungrateful as to not appreciate it.

"Thank you for the reminder, Your Highness. I will be more careful in the future."

The girl's obedient appearance made it impossible to blame her, but Chu Junting's annoyance did not disappear at all; on the contrary, it grew even stronger.

It's true that if you don't keep an eye on her for a while, something bad will easily happen. These young masters in the capital are all hypocritical on the surface, but in reality, none of them are good!

Song Ruozhen was puzzled. She had been so obedient, so why was she still angry?

As the rumors proved true, the King of Chu was aloof and difficult to approach, and it was impossible to see through his thoughts.

"Your Highness seems to be in a bad mood? Then I won't bother you any longer."

Song Ruozhen, adhering to the principle that "running away is the best of the thirty-six stratagems," prepared to make a quick getaway, lest she incur the man's displeasure, which would be far more troublesome than dealing with Xiao Yize!

However, just as she turned to leave, Chu Junting grabbed her hand.

The man's hands were dry and strong, and warm. Song Ruozhen subconsciously stopped and looked at the man behind her.

Chu Junting immediately released his grip, a fleeting look of unease crossing his handsome face. He coughed lightly and said:

"I did help you, but you only thanked me verbally, which lacks sincerity."

"Then how would Your Highness like me to express my gratitude?" Song Ruozhen asked in return.

"You predicted before that I had something to ask, and now I would like to ask you for a favor."

Upon hearing this, Song Ruozhen showed a knowing expression. "Your Highness, please speak. I will do my best."

"Talking as we walk."

Chu Junting invited Song Ruozhen to walk deeper into the peach blossom forest, while Lin Zhiyue and his companion, who were not far away, watched this scene with different thoughts.

"How could that vile woman be so close to the King of Chu?"

Qin Shuangshuang clenched her fists, her heart filled with resentment.

In her past life, she tried almost every means to curry favor with the King of Chu, but he ignored her completely.

If he were still an unmelting snow mountain like in his previous life, that would be one thing, but why would he repeatedly stand up for Song Ruozhen?

Could it be... that he likes Song Ruozhen?

"My lord, Miss Song is deliberately getting close to the King of Chu. Could it be that she wants to use the King of Chu to take revenge on you?"

Qin Shuangshuang's eyes showed worry. "It's been so long since the engagement was called off, but she just won't let go. If she really does that, wouldn't you be in danger?"

"Who is the King of Chu? Can she really curry favor with him just because she wants to?"

Lin Zhiyue looked disdainful, saying that Song Ruozhen was good-looking but had no other merits.

A woman like that is not worthy of marrying him, let alone dreaming of becoming the Princess of Chu.

“But this isn’t the first time the King of Chu has helped her. Every time, she deliberately targets me, making everyone think that I stole you away. I’ve heard that men always feel sorry for girls like this…”

Qin Shuangshuang lowered her head, becoming increasingly angry as she thought about it. Could it be that Song Ruozhen wanted to climb over her to the top?

"The King of Chu would never be interested in her, don't worry."

Lin Zhiyue didn't take it to heart. A woman he didn't like marrying the King of Chu?

Unless the King of Chu is blind!

"Shuangshuang, let's go see Young Master Xiao!"

After being reminded, Qin Shuangshuang quickly nodded, "Okay."

After receiving thirty lashes, Xiao Yize's face turned pale with pain, his clothes were soaked with cold sweat, and he was completely unable to move, as if he had been pulled out of the water.

"Young Master Xiao, are you alright?"

Lin Zhiyue felt a chill run down his spine as he looked at Xiao Yize's pants, which were stained with blood. The King of Chu was truly ruthless!

Xiao Yize had never suffered such a loss before, and he was so angry that he gritted his teeth.

"Lin Zhiyue, you want to curry favor with me? I'll give you a chance. If you can do it, I'll have my father help you get back into officialdom."

Lin Zhiyue's eyes lit up. "Young Master Xiao, please speak. I will do my best to do it."

"Bring Song Ruozhen to my bed."