The Prince's Beloved Little Wife

After the Crown Prince and several princes returned, they brought out the fresh food for their Crown Princess and children, as well as the princesses and their children. Everyone said it was delicious and they were all looking forward to meeting Chen Mengyao. They all wanted to know what kind of woman could have so many delicious foods and could win the favor of their third brother/elder brother. The eldest princess also shared the fruits and snacks with her husband and children, who also praised the food highly and said they wanted to meet this extraordinary woman.

So the princesses, the crown princess, and the other princesses discussed it and decided that the crown princess would write an invitation to Chen Mengyao to come to the East Palace for a gathering. The crown prince also wrote a letter to his fifth brother Ouyang Yan and second sister Ouyang Shuang, who were out there doing chivalrous deeds, hoping that they would return as soon as possible to see their third brother's wife. Perhaps by the time they returned, their third brother would already be married to his third sister-in-law.

Chen Mengyao relaxed and sat down after everyone left, rubbing her aching hands. She'd cooked so many dishes that day, and her hands were indeed very sore. Ouyang Han felt extremely sorry for her and carried her back to her courtyard, placing her on the bed. He gently massaged her hands and channeled some of his internal energy into them as well. Chen Mengyao finally felt better.

Ouyang Han said, "Yaoyao, you've really worked hard today. I never knew cooking was so tiring. I'll never let you cook again." Hearing his concerned words, Chen Mengyao quickly comforted him, saying, "It's not hard at all. They're your family, and they're my family too. They're so good to me, so it's only right that I cook for them. I only felt a little tired because I cooked so many dishes at once. Cooking a few dishes occasionally is fine, especially since the servants help me chop and wash the vegetables. I only had to stir-fry them. From now on, I can cook whatever you want to eat. Maybe my stamina is still a bit lacking. Starting tomorrow, continue teaching me other martial arts. Whether it's for strengthening my body or self-defense, learning martial arts will always allow me to protect myself, and it will also improve my physical strength."

Ouyang Han was even more delighted to hear this. It turned out his Yao Yao was so considerate, treating his family as her own. So he said, "Okay. I'll teach you as long as you want to learn. If you find it too hard, just tell me, and you can stop learning. Having me and my family to protect you is enough. My brothers and sisters have all deployed their personal guards tonight to secretly protect you, so don't worry." Chen Mengyao's eyes lit up when she heard the word "personal guards." She knew about personal guards from watching TV or reading novels, but she had never actually seen one before.

Filled with curiosity, Chen Mengyao blinked her large, bright eyes and looked directly at Ouyang Han, saying in a slightly anxious tone, "Secret Guards? That sounds so mysterious! Can you call them out so I can see them? I really want to know their names and what they look like!" As she spoke, she unconsciously took a small step forward, seemingly eager to see the legendary secret guards immediately.

Upon hearing this, Ouyang Han led her out of the room and into the ancient courtyard. He took a deep breath, then quickly pursed his lips into a circle and forcefully blew out a sharp and clear whistle. The whistle seemed to possess some kind of magic, instantly piercing the silent air and spreading in all directions.

Just as the whistle sounded, several dark figures emerged like ghosts from behind the surrounding woods and rocks. Dressed in matching black outfits, they moved with lightning speed, arriving before Yang Han in the blink of an eye. These men were agile and their movements were perfectly synchronized, clearly highly trained experts. They knelt on one knee and said, "Greetings, Your Highness." Ouyang Han slightly raised his hand to signal them to rise, then pointed his piercing gaze at Chen Mengyao standing to the side, solemnly declaring, "From this day forward, this beautiful and gentle woman will be your Queen, and your new mistress. I expect you to spare no effort and protect her wholeheartedly, without the slightest negligence!" His voice was not loud, but it carried an undeniable authority.

Immediately afterward, Ou Han turned to the group of guards and continued, "Now, let each of you introduce yourselves to the Princess. First, please state your names and skills, so that the Princess may get to know you." After saying this, Ou Han stood quietly in place, waiting for everyone to begin speaking.

From the crowd, one man stepped forward first. He was burly, with a resolute face and an air of authority, clearly the leader of the group. After scanning the crowd with piercing eyes, he slowly spoke: “My subordinate, Ling Wu, has been deeply fascinated by Gu magic since childhood. Through years of dedicated study and practice, I have achieved some success in this field. Especially in the use and treatment of Gu, I possess unique insights and skills. No matter how complex or bizarre the Gu poison, I can quickly find a way to counteract it, helping those suffering from Gu torment to escape their pain and regain their health. Of course, Gu magic is profound and complex, and I know I still have much to learn and improve upon. However, I will always maintain a humble heart, constantly exploring and moving forward to better utilize my expertise and benefit more people.”

Just then, another voice rang out. Looking in the direction of the voice, one could see the speaker standing beside Ling Wu. He was somewhat thin, but his eyes were sharp. He said loudly, "My subordinate is Ling Qi, and Ling Wu and I are brothers. I am skilled in researching various weapons. I have loved all kinds of weapons since I was a child. As long as I have blueprints or materials, I can figure out how to manufacture them."

Immediately afterwards, the remaining five guards sprang into action. Each of them, with a stern expression, took a step forward in turn, their posture upright, as if to display their best selves.

The guard at the head of the group spoke first: "I belong to the Shadow faction and am skilled in stealth and concealed weapon techniques. Whether in the dark of night or the light of day, I can approach my target silently like a ghost without being detected, and deliver a fatal blow to the enemy with incredibly precise concealed weapon techniques!" His voice was deep and magnetic, revealing a confidence that commanded respect.

The second bodyguard continued, "My subordinate is Swiftwind, skilled in swordsmanship and lightness skill. My movements are as agile as the wind, and my sword strikes are as sharp as lightning. In battle, I can use my superb lightness skill to quickly move between enemy lines and deliver a fatal blow to my opponent unexpectedly." As he spoke, he lightly drew his sword from his waist, twirling it in a beautiful flourish. The sword gleamed coldly, sending chills down one's spine.

The third guard nodded slightly and said in a deep voice, "Iron Fist is my subordinate. My expertise lies in palm techniques and internal energy cultivation. My palms are incredibly powerful, capable of splitting mountains and shattering rocks; my profound internal energy continuously supports my fighting, making it difficult for enemies to withstand." After speaking, he suddenly swung out a palm, and a powerful gust of air roared out, stirring up the dust on the ground.

The fourth guard said expressionlessly, "I am ruthless. I have studied boxing techniques quite well, and I also have mastered a unique mind-controlling technique. My boxing techniques are fierce and domineering, enough to destroy everything in their path; the mind-controlling technique can bewitch the enemy's mind and plunge them into chaos." As he spoke, he clenched his fists, and his knuckles cracked loudly.

Finally, the fifth guard stepped forward and declared loudly, "Your subordinate is Wuhen. My greatest expertise lies in the art of traps and mechanisms, as well as medicine and toxicology. On the battlefield, I can skillfully set up various traps and mechanisms, making them impossible for the enemy to defend against; if any comrades are injured or poisoned, I can also use my miraculous healing skills to ensure everyone's safety." His gaze was clear and firm, clearly showing his confidence in his abilities.

Chen Mengyao was pleased to hear how capable these bodyguards were, and also touched by their generosity. The fact that they had entrusted her with such powerful guards showed how much they doted on her. When she heard that one of the bodyguards, Ling Qi, was skilled in weapon research, her eyes lit up. She could let him study the weapons in her spatial storage later.

Seeing that all the guards were men, Chen Mengyao quickly asked, "Yichen, aren't there any female guards?" Ouyang Han replied, "We do have female guards. The maid I gave you before, Bizhu, is one of them. Her martial arts skills are quite good; she can definitely protect you. If you need more, I can arrange a few more for you."

Chen Mengyao said, "Just transfer another one over, and make her my maid. How do I summon these guards? Can I make Ling Qi my official bodyguard? He said he's knowledgeable about weapons; I'd like him to study my weapons, is that alright?" Ouyang Han said, "Of course. The guards are yours now, they're at your command. Just call their names, and arrange their daily shifts so you know who's in the shadows that day." Chen Mengyao readily agreed. After arranging the guards' schedules, she kept Ling Qi behind and sent the others away.

Chen Mengyao said, "Ling Qi, I want to bring you out of the shadows. From now on, you will be my bodyguard. I will have some new weapons for you to research later. If you can develop them, that will be a great thing. Everyone will be equipped with these weapons, and they will also be used in the army." Ling Qi was very interested and quickly replied, "Yes, Your Highness, I understand. I will do my best."

After making the arrangements, she let him leave, and also told Ouyang Han to go back, as she wanted to bathe and rest. Ouyang Han knew he had worked hard that night, so he kissed her forehead and left. She asked the maids to prepare hot water for her; she wanted to bathe. She had never experienced being served a bath by servants before; she usually washed up directly in her spatial dimension. Today, she was simply too tired to move.

Soon, hot water was brought in, filled with flower petals. She asked the maids to help her undress, and then she entered the bathtub, where the maids scrubbed her. Soaking in the hot water felt incredibly comfortable, and she eventually fell asleep. After bathing her, Meixiang couldn't bear to wake her. So, Meixiang had Bizhu, who knew martial arts, carry her out, change her into her nightgown, and then carry her to bed. After tucking her in, Meixiang quietly closed the door and left.