Exile at the start? The princess is no ordinary woman.

The next morning, the Xu family arrived very early, bringing both breakfast and pastries as agreed the day before.

Looking at the sumptuous breakfast, Gu Nanzhi thought to herself that the cook must have worked very hard, probably getting up very early to prepare it.

"Mr. Xu, young master, thank you very much. Then I won't stand on ceremony."

"Please, Madam Jun."

The group waved their hands repeatedly, inviting Gu Nanzhi to have breakfast. Not to mention Gu Nanzhi and Jun Yanchen's status, Gu Nanzhi had also saved the madam, so the two of them were already honored guests of the Xu family. It was no small matter that they would have breakfast.

"Second Young Master, Qingning, you two come over here too."

"it is good"

While they were having breakfast, Xu Huanshan and the others went to visit Madam Xu. Seeing that she was alright, they were finally relieved after worrying all night.

After having breakfast, I felt a little better. The beds in the clinic weren't comfortable, and I hadn't slept well last night, so I gave Bai Zang some instructions.

She then returned home, washed up, and changed her clothes.

Gu Nanzhi lazily sat down on the soft couch by the window, and Jun Yanchen immediately brought her a cup of hot tea.

But then I saw her patting the spot next to her.

"Husband, come sit here."

A lazy "husband" startled Jun Yanchen; it was the first time he had ever heard the word "husband" from her lips.

At first, I thought I had misheard, but when I realized what those two words were, it was as if a current of electricity surged through my body.

The word "husband" was so beautiful, like heavenly music, stirring her heart. Before, she had only ever received his affections...

Therefore, even if it cost him his life, he would gladly accept it.

In a daze, Jun Yanchen had already moved from opposite him to sit next to Gu Nanzhi, and then Gu Nanzhi leaned softly against him.

"Nan Nan, what's wrong? Didn't you get enough rest?"

Gu Nanzhi's head, which had been resting on his shoulder, slid down and nestled on Jun Yanchen's lap.

"Hmm, the beds in the clinic are so hard, I didn't sleep well."

Jun Yanchen carefully protected her body, and seeing her rely on him so much filled him with joy; a feeling of happiness welled up inside him.

"Shall I carry you to the bed to rest?"

Gu Nanzhi shook her head to find the most comfortable position.

"No, right here."

"Okay, right here."

Jun Yanchen relaxed his body to ensure Gu Nanzhi could lean against him more comfortably. Seeing that she had closed her eyes, Jun Yanchen reached out and took a cloak to cover her, then picked up a book and quietly watched over her as she rested.

With my loved one in my arms, I feel peaceful and content...

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The next day, Madam Xu was taken back to the Xu family's residence to recuperate. Now that Madam Xu had been saved, Gu Nanzhi's previously planned cooperation with the Xu family became much simpler.

The Xu family did not refuse at all and cooperated fully.

It wasn't just about the cooperation; they also very considerately gave an extra thousand taels of silver as a consultation fee, even though Gu Nanzhi said there was no need to pay.

Taking this opportunity, the clinic officially opened for business.

Once everything was on track, Gu Nanzhi and Jun Yanchen, the two "idle people" who "didn't care about anything," went back to the village first.

The construction of workshops in the village is also nearing completion.

After a few leisurely days in the village, Gu Nanzhi welcomed her first New Year's Eve in this era.

In just a few short months, everything had changed for her, and amidst these changes, she found a sense of peace...

Gu Nanzhi was in a good mood, so she was also very enthusiastic. She led everyone in preparing dinner, and the entire courtyard was already filled with various delicious aromas.

In preparation for celebrating Lunar New Year's Eve, they even went up the mountain yesterday to hunt for some wild game, which was also included in several dishes at this dinner.

More than a dozen dishes, though not particularly refined in appearance, were so fragrant and mouthwatering that they filled the table.

Although only Gu Nanzhi and Jun Yanchen were the two masters in the entire courtyard on New Year's Eve, they had many subordinates.

So it didn't feel deserted at all; even the Wu family from next door, mother and son, were invited over...

There's a curfew in the city at night, but not in the village. Everyone who works in the city returns to the village after closing their shops. Once everyone has arrived...

This dinner can then begin.

"Ladies and gentlemen, tonight is New Year's Eve. We are all gathered here for various reasons. Tonight, let's set aside the distinction of master and servant, and simply enjoy ourselves."

In short, everyone, thank you for your hard work. We all had a great time tonight, and let's drink until we drop! Let's toast to the coming year, wishing everyone good fortune in the coming year...

Everyone raised their glasses together.

The people gathered here are all people who have changed in the past few months.

Cang Ling, Steward Li, Zhou Cai, and the others, who were living in the bustling capital city just a few months ago and were in charge of the Prince's mansion, have now indeed come to this remote countryside.

Although the location has changed, what they have gained is even more precious.

Looking at his master sitting in the main seat with a gentle expression, Butler Li almost couldn't help but tear up. The place had changed, but in return, his master was healthy, and he had a master with a warm, human touch...

It's no longer a time to worry about not having a tomorrow...

And the princess...

In just a few months, the Ren siblings have a home again and are doing what they love again. All of this is thanks to the two people in the main seats.

Their lives were given to them by those two people.

In just a few months, these shadow guards, who used to operate in the shadows, are now openly dining with their master...

Just a few months ago, the Wu family was forgotten and isolated in the village; now, their lives have undergone a complete transformation...

The changes in everyone here stem from Gu Nanzhi; she is their benefactor.

At the beginning of the meal, everyone was perhaps a little reserved, because of Jun Yanchen...

They only gradually relaxed halfway through the meal.

Gu Nanzhi, who was being thanked by everyone, was also very happy.

Of all these people, the one who has undergone the most dramatic changes in the past few months is undoubtedly her own, having experienced life and death and arrived in this unfamiliar world...

I formed a connection with this group of people.

How wonderful! A different environment, a different background, a different life, different people...

The main thing is that there's someone else here.

Now, Gu Nanzhi understands the feelings of those who love a man to the point of life and death...

Male beauty is indeed alluring.

Gu Nanzhi refilled her wine glass, then turned to face Jun Yanchen.

"Huaiqing"

Jun Yanchen's eyes were practically glued to Gu Nanzhi. He raised his wine glass and clinked it against hers.

"Nan Nan"

As he waited for Gu Nanzhi to say something, she parted her thin lips and uttered only three words.

"pretty good"

Those three words gave him a brief moment of surprise, but he quickly understood; they were indeed quite good.

She is fine.

He was very happy.

They will be fine.

The alcohol content of the liquor in this era wasn't high, but Gu Nanzhi drank quite a bit in her excitement, and eventually became drunk as well.

Perhaps she was drunk; her cheeks were flushed, her eyes were a little glazed, and she looked charming and adorable...