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

Lunchtime.

The Seventh Princess was sitting alone in a private room of a restaurant, waiting.

Hearing the knock, she smiled slightly and said softly, "Come in."

Those who heard those two words outside the door instantly felt their breath catch in their throats and their blood freeze.

He hadn't lowered his hand yet when he knocked on the door; he could feel it trembling slightly.

He then unconsciously clenched his fist, calmed himself down, took a deep breath, and entered the private room with a normal expression.

He then looked at the person sitting at the table, and, trying not to reveal any flaws, bowed and said, "Your subject Meng Huai'an greets the Seventh Princess."

This morning someone delivered a letter to him, inviting him to a gathering here at noon.

He didn't know who had invited him until he recognized her voice just now when he was outside the door.

He tried his best to appear calm and composed, but his voice still trembled slightly.

There was still a hint of tension.

Seeing the man's predicament, the Seventh Princess did not expose him.

Instead, he gestured for him to sit down.

Meng Huai'an bowed his head and sat down with great elegance.

The Seventh Princess then got straight to the point.

Time was of the essence, and she didn't want to waste it on useless probing.

So she spoke in a clear and direct voice, asking, "Does Lord Meng know that on this occasion of the Emperor's birthday, the northern deserts intend to forge a marriage alliance with our dynasty?"

Meng Huai'an replied, "I have not heard of that."

The next moment, he opened his eyes wide and looked at the Seventh Princess.

Marriage?

So, Princess Qi is going to marry a foreign ruler?

The words "marriage alliance" exploded in his mind like a bolt from the blue, instantly robbing him of his usual composure.

Do not!

No!

He got so excited that he suddenly stood up.

The movement was so forceful that it caused the stool behind him to tip over, making a crisp sound that seemed particularly jarring in the quiet private room.

He was breathing rapidly, his chest heaving violently, his eyes filled with panic and fear.

He tried to speak, but found himself stammering, "So...Seventh Princess, you...Seventh Princess...want to..."

The Seventh Princess was surprised by his strong reaction. She had seen him a few times at banquets before, and he was always extremely composed and expressionless.

But now, the person standing in front of her is a completely different Meng Huai'an.

Although it was unexpected, she was extremely happy.

So she smiled gently and said soothingly, "Lord Meng, there's no need to rush. Sit down and listen to me."

Under the calm and composed gaze of the Seventh Princess, Meng Huai'an slowly sat down, his emotions surging like a tidal wave.

He tried hard to control his emotions, his voice tinged with shame: "Your Highness, I have lost my composure just now. Please forgive me."

After speaking, he lowered his head, his cheeks and ears flushed crimson, as if they could bleed, his shyness overflowing.

Meng Huai'an felt extremely ashamed. How could he have behaved so rudely in front of the Seventh Princess?

The Seventh Princess looked at the person who had lowered his head and looked extremely ashamed, and found him rather cute.

So she smiled and said, "The reason I invited Lord Meng here today is naturally related to the marriage alliance. I don't want to go through the marriage alliance, so I want to marry myself off before that. So, does Lord Meng understand why I asked you to come here today?"

Upon hearing this, Meng Huai'an abruptly raised his head.

Then he looked at the Seventh Princess, as if incredulous, overjoyed, or perhaps wondering if he had misheard.

The Seventh Princess knew he wouldn't believe it, so she stated directly, "That's right, I've chosen you. I want you to be my consort. Do you understand?"

Now, Meng Huai'an was finally convinced.

A radiant smile, as bright as the sun, lit up his face, a smile that seemed to illuminate the entire world.

His eyes widened in disbelief and ecstasy.

His breathing was rapid and disordered, his chest heaving violently, like an overloaded steam engine.

He looked as if he had been overwhelmed by immense happiness, losing all reason and composure.

The seventh princess looked at him, realizing that a person could be so excited when their wish came true.

Even the most composed person will act this way.

But it must be said that the fact that he was happy because of her also made her very happy.

She used to have no expectations for marriage, thinking it was just about living together as a couple.

But now it seems she can look forward to something else.

She had a premonition that she would be happier than she imagined in the future.

As Meng Huai'an's emotions gradually calmed down, he mustered his courage and looked intently at the Seventh Princess.

His voice, though slightly hoarse, was full of sincerity and longing: "May I ask, Your Highness, what is the reason that you chose me?"

Every word revealed his inner anxiety and anticipation.

His eyes were fixed on her, not missing a single expression or movement.

The Seventh Princess replied with a smile, "Actually, you could say I chose her, or you could say my sister-in-law chose her."

Meng Huai'an was puzzled.

The Seventh Princess continued, "It was my sister-in-law who told me about the marriage alliance, and then she chose you, and I chose you too."

Meng Huai'an then understood.

He then asked, "Then why did Princess Rui choose me?"

He understood that the sister-in-law the Seventh Princess mentioned must be the Princess Consort of Prince Rui.

Although she had many sisters-in-law, the only one who could bring a gentle smile to her face was Princess Rui.

The Seventh Princess did not hide it from him.

He told him all the praise Lingyan had given him without missing a single word.

Meng Huai'an was flattered and felt that the words were an exaggeration.

He quickly replied modestly, "I am not as good as Princess Rui described; Princess Rui has exaggerated."

The Seventh Princess gently shook her head, her tone firm and unwavering: "Lord Meng, I don't think it's an exaggeration. What my sister-in-law said is all true, which is why I chose you. I think you are indeed so outstanding that I am very satisfied. You should not underestimate yourself."

When Meng Huai'an heard the Seventh Princess's praise, he felt as if a firework had exploded in his heart.

They fried him until he was dizzy and disoriented.

He replied haltingly, "Your Majesty... I understand. Thank you... for your kindness, Seventh Princess."

After a moment's hesitation, the Seventh Princess looked at him calmly and said, "My sister-in-law also said that you have feelings for me. She found out when we met last time."

Upon hearing this, Meng Huai'an was thrown into a panic.

Some were scared and at a loss.

And the awkwardness of not knowing how to face her.

Of course, by this time his cheeks, neck, and ears were almost ripe.

The seventh princess, however, thought it was even cuter and prettier.

She chuckled softly and said, "Lord Meng, there's no need for that. Is it something shameful to be fond of me?"

Meng Huai'an immediately looked up and anxiously explained, "No, Princess, I just felt that I shouldn't have defiled you. I come from a humble background, how could I dare to covet the Princess?"

The Seventh Princess strongly disagreed, saying, "A hero's origins are irrelevant. If I think Lord Meng is good, then Lord Meng is good. Otherwise, why would I have chosen Lord Meng among so many young men in the capital? Lord Meng, there's no need to be modest."

Upon hearing this, Meng Huai'an gradually relaxed.

I felt a sweet joy in my heart.

He felt that he had no regrets in this life just to receive the Seventh Princess's approval and praise.

He then adjusted his breathing and replied with a smile, "The Seventh Princess is right, I will not do it again."

But Princess Rui is really perceptive!

For three whole years, he hid it so well that no one discovered his thoughts.

However, Princess Rui discovered this after only one brief encounter with him that day.

Such keen insight is extraordinary.

If we were to investigate the case, we would definitely expose all the criminals.

He told the Seventh Princess about it with a smile.

The Seventh Princess smiled and agreed, saying, "That's right. With your abilities, investigating the case will be no problem at all."