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

I love you, so much, so very much. Wherever you go in the future, remember to take me with you, okay?

Ultimately, it was Junyan who needed Gu Nanzhi, who was attached to Gu Nanzhi, and who couldn't live without her...

It might be a bit sentimental, but people still like to hear sweet words, especially from someone they like.

Gu Nanzhi thoroughly enjoyed Jun Yanchen's dependence on her, so how could she bear to abandon him?

Otherwise, I wouldn't be so sentimental.

Now that you're her person, there's no chance of leaving; you're tied to her side even if you have to...

"it is good"

Gu Nanzhi nestled comfortably in Jun Yanchen's arms, wrapping her arms around his waist and tightening them little by little.

"Once they've become mine, of course I'll keep them by my side at all times."

Sure enough, some people just won't fall in love, and some just won't understand.

But once you fall in love and realize your feelings, it's truly unstoppable. That love-struck mindset, that cloying sweetness, it's almost unbearable...

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After lingering on the road for so long, it's time to get down to business when we get home.

"Huaiqing, there are so many people at today's banquet, all sorts of people with different intentions, yet things have gone so smoothly and peacefully. That's not normal."

Is there a calm before the storm? What do you think? It might be quite exciting going to the hunting grounds tomorrow.

"Hmm, it's certainly too calm. Let's wait and see what happens tomorrow."

Jun Yanchen summoned Cang Ling.

"Cangling, make the arrangements and get everything ready."

"Yes"

Jun Yanchen held Gu Nanzhi's hand.

"Nan Nan, don't worry. We'll act according to the situation at the hunting grounds. Neither the Crown Prince nor the Second Prince will let this opportunity slip by."

As long as they make a move, we can fan the flames from behind and reap the benefits.

"Okay, then I'll leave it to you. You're better at these things than I am."

When it comes to political maneuvering, Gu Nanzhi naturally trusts Jun Yanchen. Her man is ruthless; he considers these matters more thoroughly than she does.

I should just stay by his side and watch the show.

However, she felt a little uneasy having nothing to worry about.

“Huaiqing, Zhao’er and Shu’er are always around at home. It’s a bit strange not having the two little ones around today.”

We've never been apart since the children were born. Ever since they learned to talk and walk, whenever I come back from going out, the two little ones immediately come to me, calling out "Mommy, Mommy!"

Gu Nanzhi was already used to it. Returning home today without their voices, it was perfectly normal for her to feel a little uneasy.

Even Jun Yanchen felt a little uncomfortable.

"Hmm, wait a minute. We'll go pick up Zhao'er and Shu'er when we get back from the hunting grounds."

"That's all we can do."

What can they do now? They can't allow even the slightest danger to the child, so this temporary separation is the only way to ensure the child's safety.

"That's fine. The children will grow up eventually, and it's time for them to learn what it's like without us around. Besides, our two kids are smart..."

"Um"

Jun Yanchen, pulling the person aside, couldn't help but speak his true feelings.

"Nan Nan, although I'm a little unaccustomed to having the two little ones around, I'm actually quite happy. That way, they won't be able to cling to you."

When the children are around, you only have eyes for them, you don't even see me anymore...

Gu Nanzhi looked at Jun Yanchen with some surprise. She hadn't expected this guy to be so jealous, unable to distinguish friend from foe.

"Jun Yanchen, those are your son and daughter, and you're even jealous of them, huh?"

Jun Yanchen nodded.

"Eating also takes away your love, your attention. You are mine, mine alone..."

Hmm, why does this have a yandere vibe to it?

Helpless, Gu Nanzhi roughly rubbed Jun Yanchen's handsome face with both hands.

"Fine, fine, it's yours, nobody's going to take it from you. Do you have to be so yandere-like? Hmm? A person's love can be divided into many kinds."

You have romantic love, but for children it's familial love. Even if the children take up my time and attention...

But my love for you hasn't diminished at all, you know? Don't get jealous, and don't say anything inappropriate...

"You also need to properly educate your daughter and son, do you hear me?"

Jun Yanchen, who had been lectured, was not angry at all; instead, he smiled broadly.

"I heard you. They are my children, and I will raise them well. Nan Nan, so do I. My love for you hasn't diminished at all; in fact, it will increase, and I'll spend more and more time with you."

Nan Nan, I love you.

Oh my gosh, with that face, saying such sweet nothings, it's really hard to resist!

That's so unfair!

"I love you too"

Although it was somewhat unbearable, it was really inappropriate to continue down this path. Gu Nanzhi struggled to regain her composure.

This brings the topic back to the present.

"Alright, alright, stop flirting. We're leaving tomorrow, should we make some preparations?"

"No need, Uncle Li will arrange it."

Jun Yanchen also restrained his urge to break free.

"Nan Nan, are you hungry? Should we have them bring you some food?"

"hungry"

Gu Nanzhi nodded. Hungry? Of course she was hungry! Was this supposed to be a banquet? The food was terrible, and even the drinks were bad.

Absolutely boring.

She was already thinking about having a good meal when she got back from the banquet.

Upon receiving the order, a hot meal was quickly delivered to the room.

Looking at this steaming, fragrant food, this is what life should be like!

Jun Yanchen placed a piece of spare rib on Gu Nanzhi's plate.

"Eat,"

"Mmm, Huaiqing, you eat too."

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The next day, the procession heading to the royal hunting grounds on the outskirts of Beijing was due to set off early.

Not only the royal procession, but also the carriages of the participating ministers stretched one after another, accompanied by maids and guards.

They formed a formidable and impressive procession.

Jun Yanchen and Gu Nanzhi's carriage was also mixed in with the group, and Uncle Li had made good arrangements, preparing everything that needed to be prepared for them.

Not only Cang Ling accompanied them on this trip, but also Leng Yun, Leng Yue, and Zhou Cai, making it a four-person trip.

This is actually the most low-key combination they've ever had.

As for the emperor, empress, and their concubines, not to mention the princes, they were, after all, royalty, so their grand entourage was naturally beyond reproach.

The court officials who accompanied them each brought at least six maids and servants with them.