Shocking! Five men are in love with the same woman!

Let's not dwell on the past, but rejoice in the new year.

May we sweep away the old and embrace the new, and may good fortune and renewal come with each passing year.

Time flies, and a month has passed in the blink of an eye, bringing us to the special day of Lunar New Year's Eve.

Today is a night of family reunion, a time to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new.

Therefore, it is natural to gather with loved ones and spend this warm and wonderful time together.

There will be a palace banquet tonight, but today it's just a family dinner.

Therefore, He Jingchuan, Lu Yanqing, and Chu Xiyao were naturally unable to participate.

Since Shen Qingchen was all alone, Lingyan and the others decided to spend New Year's Eve at Shen Qingchen's residence during the day.

That evening, He Jingchuan returned to his residence and spent the holiday with He Jin'an.

Lingyan then entered the palace with Xiao Muyao to reunite with Emperor Jingzhao, the Empress, and her several girlfriends.

Therefore, early this morning, after having breakfast, the group set off for Shen Qingchen's residence.

Shen Qingchen was naturally very pleased and delighted by this.

He always had such an approachable, warm, and gentle expression in front of them.

But in front of others, he presents himself as an unapproachable, aloof iceberg.

Like ice cream, it looks cold and hard on the outside, but its heart is softer than anyone else's.

For example, today, he actually saw that their eyes were filled with tears when they arrived.

This is the first time ever!

So fragile yet so touching.

Has it been too long since he's experienced the feeling of having loved ones by his side during a holiday?

should be.

Because after he welcomed them in with a smile, the mansion was decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, exuding a strong festive atmosphere.

Looking up, several huge octagonal palace lanterns hang high above the vermilion gate of the mansion.

The lamp surface is made of fine silk, embroidered with auspicious dragon and phoenix patterns in gold thread.

Under the sunlight, the golden threads shimmered with dazzling brilliance, as if golden dragons and phoenixes were about to take flight.

Stepping into the courtyard of the mansion, and walking along the bluestone path, you see colorful paper lanterns hanging from the trees on both sides of the road.

These lanterns vary in size and shape.

The lanterns are covered with auspicious patterns, including goldfish that symbolize abundance year after year, which seem to be swimming happily on the lanterns.

There are clouds that symbolize good fortune and auspiciousness, and the wispy lines are as lively as real clouds.

Each lantern has colorful tassels hanging from it, which sway gently in the breeze and make a soft rustling sound.

In the very center of the courtyard, a tall lamppost rises from the ground.

The lamppost is made entirely of white marble, with exquisite landscape, flower and bird paintings carved on its smooth and delicate surface.

From the base to the top of the column, colorful light strips are spiraled around it, with a dazzling gemstone inlaid at intervals along the strips.

Huge revolving lanterns hang around the lamp post.

The lampshade of the revolving lantern is made of sheepskin as thin as a cicada's wing, and painted with scenes from ancient myths, such as Chang'e flying to the moon and Kuafu chasing the sun.

Every few steps along the courtyard's corridor, an exquisite lantern hangs beneath the eaves.

The pillars of the corridor were wrapped with gold foil, which shimmered brightly in the sunlight, reflecting off the lanterns.

The courtyard was filled with red lanterns, with words such as "New Year's Eve Celebration" and "Good Fortune and Prosperity" written on them in black ink.

In another corner of the courtyard, there is an artificial pond.

On the surface of the pond float lotus lanterns, each made of colored wax with a small candle placed in the center.

The candle flame flickered gently in the breeze, its tiny sparks shimmering on the water's surface, creating a breathtakingly beautiful scene.

Upon closer inspection, the entire mansion seemed to have transformed into a vibrant fairytale world, filled with festive joy and happiness.

The group strolled through Shen Qingchen's residence, admiring the festive decorations as they walked, their hearts filled with admiration.

The festive atmosphere was everywhere.

Every detail reveals Shen Qingchen's dedication and ingenuity, making people marvel at it.

Lu Yanqing couldn't help but blurt out, "My goodness, how long have you been preparing for this? The decorations are so exquisite!"

Upon hearing this, Shen Qingchen smiled warmly and replied, "It won't be long, just a few days."

His tone was relaxed and natural, as if it were a trivial matter.

However, only he himself knew how much thought and effort he had put into these arrangements.

Chu Xiyao asked curiously, "Did you set all of this up by yourself?"

Shen Qingchen nodded slightly and hummed in response.

Then they went into the room and were surprised to find that it was also decorated in various ways.

Seeing this, Lingyan couldn't help but look at Shen Qingchen and ask, "You're so thoughtful, but we didn't decide to come here for the festival. If we don't come, wouldn't all your preparations be for nothing?"

Shen Qingchen smiled nonchalantly upon hearing this, "When I was making the arrangements, I did think the chances were slim, but I always thought that even if there was only a one percent chance, I wanted you to feel my sincerity when you arrived. I wanted to give you the best."

After listening, the group fell silent.

Lingyan looked at the other four people and understood what they were thinking.

Perhaps it was out of pity for Shen Qingchen.

It is precisely because he has had no other relatives or friends besides his master all these years.

And his master is no longer here.

That's why Shen Qingchen, who has few family ties, values ​​so much the few people he cares about.

That's why they do everything they can to give them the best.

There should also be some emotion.

Because this sincerity and dedication will truly touch everyone's hearts.

There's also a sense of cherishing and warmth.

Because not everyone is willing to treat them with such care.

That's why it's so rare.

This feeling of being cared for and treated with sincerity makes them feel incredibly warm, as if a warm current is enveloping their hearts.

Therefore, after a moment of silence, Xiao Muyao spoke first and said softly, "From now on, you don't need to put yourself in such a low position. If there's anything, you can ask in advance. Don't be shy or afraid to speak up. Among the six of us, apart from Yan'er being above us, the five of us are equal and in agreement. Do you understand?"

Shen Qingchen had not expected that His Highness the Crown Prince would be so open and honest with him.

He had clearly told himself not to do this, but every time he did, he would unconsciously reveal the inferiority complex and psychological pressure that this difference in status brought him.

But he was already trying his best to tell himself not to do that.

Upon hearing this, He Jingchuan echoed in a gentle yet firm tone, "That's right. Identity is just a label, it's not important to us. Don't feel pressured, just interact with us normally."

Shen Qingchen knew that they didn't mind and that they had never looked down on him.

However, he has always been an ordinary citizen since childhood, and his environment has shaped his habits, so he really can't change them in a short time.

At this moment, Lu Yanqing was sitting leisurely to the side, playing with melon seeds in his hand.

Hearing this, a lazy and casual smile appeared on her lips as she said, "That's right, look at me, I'm also from a common background, aren't I? But I would never act like that in front of them. We're all the same, aren't we?"

Chu Xiyao also joked at the end, "That's true. We don't eat people, so why are you being so careful?"

Hearing the four people's comforting words of advice, Shen Qingchen felt a warm feeling in her heart.

They are truly, truly wonderful people!

Lingyan could see how moved he was, as if he was about to cry again.

So she quickly interrupted him, saying, "Today is New Year's Eve, such a joyous day, you mustn't cry! Just keep our words and our feelings in mind. I know you can't change in a short time, but that's okay, you can change slowly! You're my man, and I trust that my judgment isn't that bad. You can change gradually in the future."

How come I never noticed before that this seemingly icy man is also a crybaby!

Could Chu Xiyao be one of them?

What kind of five men did she date?!

After hearing Ling Yan's words, Shen Qingchen immediately stopped crying and quickly composed herself.

Then, looking sincerely at the group, he earnestly assured them, "Thank you, I understand, and I will definitely change."