A Happy Event in a Farming Family: Marrying a Hunter

The group exchanged glances, and the atmosphere became somewhat tense. Prince Chen gave the steward a look, and the steward understood, immediately leading Qin Zheng and Yun Luo away.

Almost immediately, the Crown Prince entered with his entourage. One of the girls was Su Su, the top courtesan of Yongcui Pavilion. She wore a dark red gauze dress, which had somewhat diminished her former poise as a wealthy young lady.

"Uncle Emperor."

"What brings the Crown Prince here today?" Prince Chen asked with a smile. "Someone, prepare tea."

The Crown Prince glanced at the table, where there were three used bowls and chopsticks. A deep look flashed in his eyes as he said, "It seems my nephew has come at an inopportune time. Does Your Majesty have guests today?"

"It's nothing, just a friend I meet in my spare time."

Su Su, however, focused her attention on the dishes on the table. The aroma of the sausages was undeniable; they were truly delicious, making her mouth water.

These dishes all have a damn familiar feel to them, they were made by Yunluo.

She still finds it unbelievable that Qin Zheng and Yun Luo had already left Qingshui Village and entered the capital if it weren't for the Crown Prince's people finding out.

That's true. That village girl doesn't know anything, except how to cook. Doesn't she realize that such a simple thing as food is something she can offer to others?

Furthermore, if it weren't for Qin Zheng, how could her father have been imprisoned? How could the Dali Temple have filed so many charges against him?

How could she have ended up in a brothel and become Su Su?

Although she was a courtesan, she was surrounded by high-ranking officials and nobles. But her status was different. She was like a cabbage being picked over on the street. How could she not hate it?

She still has Qin Zheng in her heart, but that love has now turned into hatred. She wants to have him, but if she can't, then she will destroy him.

And then there's Yun Luo, the one who started all of this. If it weren't for them, how could she have been imprisoned by His Highness the Crown Prince? Even now, her teeth are still aching.

Yun Luo must die. As for Qin Zheng, as long as he obeys, she has the ability to save his life. Then, no matter where they are, she is willing to go back to their original life in the mountains and villages with him.

Thinking of this, Su Su smiled and said, "I heard that Prince Chen's mansion has invited two chefs who cook for the Emperor to the mansion. I wonder if these dishes were made by those two? I am very curious about who they are and who can make dishes that please the Emperor. Why don't you invite them out to meet me, Prince Chen?"

Xi Feng sneered, "Who do you think you are to speak so presumptuously? It's already a favor that the Prince has allowed you to sit at the same table with him, so shut up now."

"you……"

"Xifeng is right, Miss Susu, no, I still prefer to call you Miss Qin. Since you're taking turns being courtesans, you should keep to your place. Don't look at what you shouldn't look at, and don't ask what you shouldn't ask. I'm chatting with the Crown Prince, what are you interrupting for?"

Qin Su'er was so choked up that her face turned red, and she gritted her teeth in hatred.

What's so great about Prince Chen?

Isn't he hiding Yun Luo and Qin Zheng? If we get the evidence, we can also raid the Prince Chen's mansion.

The Crown Prince smiled and said, “Uncle, please don’t be angry. She is just ignorant of the rules. My intention was to ask you for a cup of tea. If you are not pleased, I will have her wait outside.”

"It's alright, please sit down," Prince Chen said. "But the Crown Prince's visit here isn't just about asking for a cup of tea, is it?"

"Uncle, you truly are your uncle. Nothing escapes your eyes. I have been following Father's orders to investigate the Qin Marquis's mansion incident from back then. I discovered that Qin Zheng, a remnant of the Qin Marquis's mansion, may have come to the capital, possibly right under our noses. Someone saw that the cook who came to the mansion to prepare dishes for Father was acting suspiciously. That's why I came here rashly. Uncle, this matter is of great importance. You wouldn't want anything to go wrong, would you?"

"After all, if the remnants of the Qin Marquis's mansion return, the capital could very well be engulfed in a bloodbath."

Xi Feng's hands were clenched tightly in his sleeves, and he didn't say a word.

Prince Chen smiled, "I see. Xifeng, go and call those two cooks over so the Crown Prince can take a good look at them."

"Yes."

Qin Zheng and Yun Luo were in the next room and had already heard everything that was being discussed. When Xi Feng came in, the three of them went to the inner room.

"Young Marquis, it seems the Crown Prince has already discovered you. You should hide for now."

"Since the Crown Prince is so eager, I'll give him a big gift. Xifeng, do you still have the account books I gave you last time?"

West Wind nodded. "They're all here."

"Brother Qin, what kind of account book is it?"

Qin Zheng said, "The Crown Prince has been restless these past few years, owning many properties, including an armory."

If this thing comes out, the Crown Prince will be overwhelmed with requests.

"Xiao Luo, you can stay at the Prince's residence for now. With Prince Chen here, you'll be fine. I need to go to the Dali Temple."

"Okay." Yun Luo nodded.

After Qin Zheng left, Xi Feng wanted to help Yun Luo hide, but Yun Luo resolutely refused.

"I am going out."

“Madam, you mustn’t. The Crown Prince is just worried about not being able to find you. Besides, Qin Su’er knows you.”

“That’s why I have to go out,” Yunluo said. “If I don’t go out, the Crown Prince will definitely become suspicious, and Brother Qin’s trip to the Dali Temple may fail. If I go out, I can buy some time. Besides, Qin Su’er is the daughter of a disgraced official, so she can’t do anything to me. Don’t worry, the lady your master has chosen is not so useless.”

After saying that, Yun Luo strode out.

Xi Feng was taken aback by her confidence and hurriedly followed.

When Yun Luo appeared, not only was Prince Chen stunned, but even Qin Su'er couldn't sit still.

Yunluo!

Yunluo!

She would never forget that face until she died.

The prince was also surprised, but what surprised him was that there was such a beautiful woman in the whole world.

Instantly, all the women in his harem, especially Susu beside him, paled in comparison.

"Yun Luo? Your Highness, it's her, it's her, it's definitely her, the remnant of the Qin Marquis's family, Qin Zheng's wife!"

"Yun Luo? Who is this?" Yun Luo asked doubtfully, "Greetings, Your Highness."

Although Prince Chen did not know what she meant, he agreed nonetheless.

“I heard from Lord Xifeng that a distinguished guest wished to see me, so I came.”

With that, Yunlu bowed forward.

"Your Highness, this is Yun Luo! Arrest her immediately!"

Yun Luo looked completely innocent. "Young lady, what grudge do I have against you?"

"what?"

"I'm just a humble cook, struggling to make ends meet with my child. If the food isn't to my liking, I'll remake it, or I'll even pay compensation. Why arrest me?"

"Stop pretending!" Qin Su'er was furious. "You are Yun Luo, you are Qin Zheng's wife, Qin Zheng is a remnant of the Marquis's family, you deserve to die..."

"Qin Su'er!" Prince Chen was very displeased. His sister-in-law wanted to put on an act, perfect! He would cooperate, absolutely cooperate. "This is my royal residence, not your Yongcui Pavilion. I will not tolerate your shouting."

Qin Su'er felt incredibly wronged, but she still wouldn't give up, "Your Highness, she really is..."

The crown prince raised his hand, looked at Yun Luo, and asked, "What is your name?"

"Xiaoyun!"

"Nonsense! Your name is Yun Luo!"