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

"That's how we girls are. We'll like anything the person we like gives us, but nothing will work if the person we don't like gives us anything."

Gu Huan'er spread her hands, "All the girls I know are like this. As long as it is carefully prepared by the prince, my cousin will definitely like it. However, I think the prince's status is extraordinary, so I imagine this surprise will be very grand, right?"

If we're talking about who has the most experience in this area, it's definitely my fourth cousin!

Chu Yungui pondered for a moment, "You mean Song Jingshen?"

“That’s right!” Gu Huan’er nodded. “Back when my fourth cousin was in love with Ke Yuanzhi, the whole capital knew about it!”

Silk and satin, hairpins and jewelry—whatever was precious, she was given as a gift. You have no idea how many girls were envious at the time, thinking that Ke Yuanzhi was incredibly lucky to be liked by her fourth cousin.

Back then, so many girls dreamed of their fourth cousin, and they all wished they could be Ke Yuanzhi!

Seeing the light in Gu Huan'er's eyes when she talked about this, Chu Yungui subconsciously asked, "Was that what you thought back then too?"

"Who hasn't fantasized about it?" Gu Huan'er couldn't help but laugh. "Recently, some friends even came to me specifically because their fourth cousin doesn't like Ke Yuanzhi anymore, and they're all hoping I can help them get together!"

You have no idea how many girls in the entire capital want to be my fourth cousin's wife. But I wonder if my fourth cousin, after seeing through Ke Yuanzhi, is heartbroken, because lately he's been focusing all his attention on business.

Chu Yungui raised his eyebrows slightly. Gu Huan'er had also fantasized about it?

Song Jingshen was handsome and had first-rate business acumen. Although he never held an official position, his abilities were something many people envied.

Gu Huan'er is his cousin, what if...

"Your Highness, how about I find an opportunity to subtly inquire about my cousin at the Song residence? My fourth cousin should also be there. If I ask him, we'll definitely be able to prepare well and make sure my cousin remembers this for the rest of her life!"

Gu Huan'er clapped her hands, becoming excited. She was determined to witness it that day; just thinking about it made her thrilled!

"You can ask your sister-in-law. As for Song Jingshen, I will ask him myself," Chu Yungui said.

"Huh?" Gu Huan'er was slightly surprised, but didn't take it to heart. "That's fine then. Why don't you take me to the Song residence now? The Lantern Festival will be coming soon, and we need to get ready as soon as possible."

Chu Yungui chuckled, "Alright."

Gu Huan'er rubbed her hands together, thinking that she must prepare carefully this time so that the whole world could see how much the prince liked her cousin. Then those annoying guys would no longer be able to bring up the fact that her cousin had broken off her engagement.

Those gossipy women, and Tang Xuening and her ilk, always say that my cousin is not good enough for His Highness Prince Chu because she broke off her engagement. Let's take this opportunity to shut them all up!

It wasn't until the carriage stopped in front of the Song residence's gate that Gu Huan'er belatedly realized that she had dressed up carefully today in order to make a good impression on His Highness Prince Yun.

If I go straight to my cousin now, won't I miss the chance to spend time with her?

Looking at the handsome Chu Yungui in front of her, she couldn't help but recall how he had helped her back then. He always had a smile on his face, seemingly a bit cynical, but he was a very kind person.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have stepped in to save her when he saw others bullying her.

Unfortunately, he didn't like her, so even if she caught the eye of the Empress, it was useless.

Through the story of Prince Chu and her cousin, she realized that the most important thing is that the two of them are of one mind. Perhaps what the elders like is different from what she likes.

"What's wrong?" Chu Yungui asked, noticing that Gu Huan'er had been staring at him for a moment before suddenly lowering her head, her mood seemingly quite sour.

Gu Huan'er sighed deeply, then slowly raised her head, her round, bright almond-shaped eyes fixed on Chu Yungui, and asked:

"Your Highness, were you bothered by my constant pestering?"

The sudden question startled Chu Yungui for a moment. He had indeed avoided Gu Huan'er before, not because he disliked her, but because it was too embarrassing.

He had never been so humiliated in his life, but after meeting Gu Huan'er, it happened several times in a row.

However, he seems to have gotten used to it recently, and at various banquets, he would subconsciously watch what the girls were doing.

Of course, every time he turned his gaze, he could see that the girl was looking at him.

Seeing that Chu Yungui hesitated to speak, Gu Huan'er felt that he was afraid of hurting her, and thought he was a good person. Even though he was of such noble status, he was still worried about hurting others.

Although the person she liked didn't like her back, she didn't regret falling for Yun Wang.

"I will not cause any more trouble for Your Highness in the future."

Gu Huan'er spoke earnestly, forcing a smile at the corners of her mouth, but her eyes betrayed her, turning red and tears welling up in her eyes.

Before Chu Yungui could react to why Gu Huan'er would suddenly say such a thing, he saw her crying and couldn't help but speak up:

"Why are you crying? I didn't say anything."

His voice was very gentle, and his eyes showed concern, but also a hint of confusion.

"No, no." Gu Huan'er quickly shook her head, wiping away the tears from the corners of her eyes. "I just... I just don't want you to hate me."

“I don’t find you bothersome, nor do I find you annoying, and I’ve never said I hate you.”

Chu Yungui reflected on his recent actions and realized he had never said anything so offensive. Although he wanted to explain, seeing Gu Huan'er's tearful face, he said:

"Don't cry. When you cry, it makes me look like I've committed some terrible crime. I'll apologize to you, okay?"

He frantically searched his pockets, but as a man, he didn't usually carry a handkerchief. He could only wipe Gu Huan'er's tears with his sleeve, his usually carefree face now showing a hint of bewilderment.

Gu Huan'er stared blankly at Chu Yungui. It was the first time she had heard the prince speak in such a gentle tone, as if he were coaxing her like a child.

She didn't want to cry anymore.

But the tears wouldn't listen and flowed even more uncontrollably.

He's so good to me. I finally made up my mind not to bother him anymore, but now I feel even more reluctant to let him go.

Chu Yungui was completely bewildered. Why did she cry even harder after apologizing?

He had seen many girls cry, and in the palace he was used to seeing all kinds of empresses cry, but seeing the girl in front of him cry now, he felt an indescribable irritation, but even more so, heartache.

In his flustered state, he helplessly pulled Gu Huan'er into his arms and pressed her against his chest.

"Alright, alright, it's all my fault. Stop crying, okay?"

The man's voice was slightly hoarse, especially the questioning "Hmm?", which made Gu Huan'er's ears go numb.

She was completely confused.

His Highness Prince Yun actually hugged her!

Why was he hugging her? His shoulders were so broad, and his embrace was so warm, carrying his unique scent, making her reluctant to leave.

Worth it!

If she had known that crying would get her hugged and comforted by His Highness Prince Yun, she would have cried long ago!

But... why is His Highness hugging her?