The system forced me to blow up the female lead's fishpond.

A murderous intent suddenly rose in Shen Qinshou's eyes, hidden beneath her long eyelashes, and the corners of her lips involuntarily curved into a slight smile.

Her voice was damp with tears, and she sobbed softly, "Your Highness, please find a way to get my third sister to leave Nanliyue Star City."

Chu Tu was slightly taken aback, his narrow, almond-shaped eyes fixed on her, seemingly with surprise and doubt.

Seeing the person in front of her remain silent for a long time, Shen Qinshou clenched her fist under her sleeve, but forced a smile on her face, tears welling up in her eyes, making her look pitiful.

Chu Tu frowned, his tone slightly hesitant, and said softly, "A-Shou, she is a weak woman. If she leaves the Prime Minister's residence, her livelihood will also become a problem."

Upon hearing this, a sly glint flashed in Shen Qinshou's eyes, and her jealousy intensified.

Sure enough, the Third Prince was also soon bewitched by her. What kind of sorcery did Shen Zhizhi use to make both princes speak up for her?

Suppressing her resentment, Shen Qinshou looked up and said, "She can go to Dali. The Third Prince can find her a servant in Dali and give her some silver, which will ensure her safety for the rest of her life."

“But…” Chu Tu hesitated.

The image of the girl bravely shielding him from the attack kept replaying in his mind, making it difficult for him to make a decision.

"Your Highness, because of her, A-Shou has become someone she doesn't even like. As long as she leaves, A-Shou will definitely become the kind A-Shou she used to be."

Shen Qinshou looked up at Chu Tu with teary eyes, as if waiting for his decision.

Chu Tu remained silent, but those clear, stream-like eyes kept appearing in his mind, like a seed sprouting in his heart.

He really didn't want to do it that way.

however……

Ah Shou's recent unusual behavior is indeed related to Shen Zhizhi.

Perhaps Ah Shou is truly afraid of losing him, which is why she lacks a sense of security. It is because he did not handle this matter properly that Ah Shou is overthinking things.

Chu Tu pondered for a long time before finally nodding in agreement.

Shen Qinshou was secretly pleased to see this reaction.

As soon as Shen Zhizhi leaves Nanliyue Star City, she will send someone to eliminate her to prevent future troubles.

In this way, she can rest easy.

As for the Second Prince, she used her beauty to her advantage, and she didn't believe he could remain unmoved.

Chu Tu sighed, gently placing her hand in his palm, his eyes resolute, "A-Shou, there's no need to worry. You are my only wife in this life. In a few days, I will give you what my mother left behind..."

At this moment, Shen Qinshou was only focused on eliminating Shen Zhizhi, so she couldn't possibly listen to Chu Tu's words.

Before Chu Tu could finish speaking, she excitedly raised her eyes, her gaze deep and warning, and said, "Brother Tu, she has the Second Prince's secret guards by her side. A-Shou is worried that he will go to the Second Prince and ruin Brother Tu's plan."

Chu Tu lowered his head, looked into Shen Qinshou's bright eyes, swallowed his unfinished words, and nodded gently.

Never mind, I'll tell A-Shou about this after he sends Shen Zhizhi out of Nanliyue Star City.

If he hands his mother's hairpin to A-Shou, she won't have any more wild thoughts, right?

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On the day of the palace banquet.

Shen Zhizhi got up early in the morning to do her hair. Fortunately, Chun'er from the clothing store taught her a simple way to style her hair. Shen Zhizhi casually tied her hair into a butterfly bun, put on a light touch of red rouge, and wore the Cold Moon Cloud Dress from yesterday.

After completing the series of steps, she looked up and smiled leisurely at her reflection in the mirror, instantly making her hold her breath.

It must be said that the original owner's beauty was first-rate; even she, a woman, had to kneel at the original owner's feet.

Shen Zhizhi, in a very good mood, hummed a song as she walked towards the outside of the Prime Minister's residence.

From afar, she could see a figure in a magnificent black robe standing with his back to her in front of the gate. His light cloak was tied behind him, fluttering in the breeze.

Even just a glimpse of her back reveals a noble and dignified air, like a plum blossom braving the snow.

Looking to the side, Chu Tu leaned lazily against a stone pillar, his eyelids slightly open.

A mink shawl draped over her shoulders, and the gold thread embellishing her indigo gown today was even more abundant than usual, so extravagant that it shimmered with gold under the light, captivating all who saw it.

It's easy to guess that Chu Tuding was also there to escort Shen Qinshou to the palace for a banquet.

Shen Zhizhi gets angry whenever she sees Chu Tu. All the effort she had put into reducing her sycophantic tendencies has been wasted by him.

In this light, it seems that Chu Chouchi is indeed the one who is more pleasing to the eye.

Although he's also love-struck, at least his "simp value" increases only slightly, unlike this guy in the mink coat, who can be coaxed back into being a simp in just a few words.

"Second Prince!" Shen Zhizhi thought, her eyes crinkling as she ran towards him.

Upon hearing this sound, Chu Chouchi smiled faintly and looked up. In that single glance, his heart was filled with unease.

The girl's apricot-yellow dress fluttered in the breeze, her long hair was blown backward by the wind, and the shawl on her fair wrist danced behind her with her steps.

In the light and shadow, she was like an elf, stepping into his heart with every step.

As far as the eye could see, there was only her.

Chu Chouchi stared intently, his gaze unexpectedly softened by a tenderness that seemed to fill his eyes, as if a thousand lights were pouring into them.

"Snapped--!"

Just as Shen Zhizhi was about to reach the door, a basin of water was suddenly splashed from the side.

"Master, be careful!" Xue Liao darted out from the shadows and stood in front of her.

Despite having the Blood Liao as a shield, the remaining water still drenched her unexpectedly.

She was stunned. She and Xue Liao stood there like drowned rats, their black hair sticking to their foreheads and their clothes clinging to their bodies, water droplets sliding down their sides.

"Shen Zhizhi!"

Chu Chouchi was instantly brought back to his senses and hurriedly came over, taking off his thin cloak and tying it around her waist.

"Third Miss, I was just trying to water these flowers and didn't realize you were here. I deserve to die."

Xiao Tao immediately went up to her, knelt down tremblingly, and apologized repeatedly, but if you looked closely, you would find that her eyes were full of disdain.

Shen Zhizhi glanced down and knew that this maid was Shen Qinshou's personal maid. It seemed that this basin of water was not an accident.

"Xiao Tao! How could you be so careless?"

As the reproachful voice reached her ears, Shen Qinshou hurriedly walked back, feigning guilt as she stared at Shen Zhizhi, "Third sister, I'm sorry, Xiaotao is just so clumsy. If you don't mind, I'll make you a new dress."

Chu Chouchi stared at the girl's disheveled appearance with a grim face, his dark eyes filled with coldness.

"Ha, such a clumsy servant is no longer worth keeping." He lowered his eyelids and glanced at Xue Liao. "Xue Liao, drag her away and beat her to death with sticks."

Xue Liao stared at the wet meat bun in his hand with a pout, extremely displeased.

Now that Chu Chouchi had spoken, anger surged within him, and he nodded fiercely, “Anyone who injures my subordinate Roubao—no, anyone who injures my master—dies!”

Shen Zhizhi:? ? ?

Xiao Tao, kneeling on the ground, turned pale and hurriedly kowtowed, apologizing, "Your Highness, spare me! Your Highness, spare me!"

Shen Qinshou bit her lip, took half a step forward, and said softly, "Your Highness, Xiao Tao has been with A-Shou for many years. A-Shou cannot live without her."