The mistress has no feelings, why do you provoke her?

Song Wenjun was overjoyed to have successfully persuaded Consort Ning to agree.

Back at the manor, he saw Xiao Ji being helped around the courtyard by Tian Qi, but he didn't give the other party a hard time.

She stepped forward with a smile and greeted him, "Your Highness is much better now. If there is anything else that is amiss, please do not hesitate to ask."

She rolled her eyes at Xiao Ji this morning, but not long after, she was all smiles.

Not only was Tian Qi feeling uneasy, but even Xiao Ji felt a little uneasy.

Fortunately, he remained calm and said casually, "It'll be ready soon."

His words clearly implied that he wanted to delay and stay put.

Song Wenjun wasn't angry; she still smiled warmly and said, "What would Your Highness like to eat for lunch? I'll have the kitchen prepare it."

Before Xiao Ji could answer, she continued, "The weather is hot, so a cold bitter melon salad would be perfect to clear the lungs and reduce internal heat, and pork skin jelly would be rich but not greasy. Finally, a mochi shrimp ball and a light egg drop soup would be just right."

Hearing her words, Xiao Ji's smile slowly froze on his face.

He gritted his teeth and forced out a few words: "Okay, whatever."

"Then, Your Highness, please rest." Song Wenjun left with her entourage in a good mood.

Tian Qi's eyes lit up: "Your Highness, Miss Song cares about you a lot. Look at the dishes she prepared for you, they are all delicious and beautifully presented."

He thought that flattering Xiao Ji would earn him some praise, but instead he was met with a cold stare.

He pointed and tapped Tian Qi on the forehead: "I told you to read more books, but you wouldn't listen. You can't even tell when someone is scolding you."

"Huh?" Tian Qi exclaimed belatedly, "No way, how could Miss Song scold the Prince?"

Xiao Ji, with a gloomy face, left Tian Qi far behind.

Tian Qi frowned and thought carefully about the dishes Song Wenjun had mentioned, muttering to himself, "Watermelon rind, get lost."

He quickly covered his mouth.

So that's what she really meant. Oh, what a wicked woman.

He was still foolish enough to think that Song Wenjun was really talking about the dishes.

Are all literary figures able to curse without using any vulgar language?

In the afternoon, everything that Xiao Ji had Tian Qi made was delivered.

Since they were all made of wood, Xiao Ji didn't have them painted; he just sanded them smooth.

The carpenter's craftsmanship is truly excellent; the warhorse is so lifelike, almost identical to the real thing.

It can move by holding the reins.

To prevent the child from falling off, a guardrail was installed on the horse's back.

Xiao Ji led the wooden horse around twice, and it pleased him greatly.

The tanks were also equipped with guardrails, and could be used simply by laying down soft mats. In order to see the surrounding scenery clearly, no additional compartments were added.

A canopy was installed overhead, so people sitting inside weren't afraid of getting wet in the rain or being exposed to the sun.

Not only do the children love it, but even Tianqi (a type of medicinal herb) is extremely envious.

The prince went to such great lengths; this gift is truly one of a kind in the entire capital.

Xiao Ji carefully checked it over and, finding no flaws, personally delivered it to Song Wenjun's courtyard.

Behind them was a large group of people carrying things.

Song Wenjun came out when she heard the noise and was dumbfounded when she saw the toys all over the yard.

"My Lord, what are you doing?"

Xiao Ji spread his hands: "Having stayed here for so many days, I should at least show my appreciation. I heard that tomorrow is my child's first birthday banquet, so I had someone put in the effort to make these things. Let's see if you like them."

Song Wenjun was not short of money, and giving her jewelry or ornaments could not reflect her uniqueness.

Only gifts given with such thoughtfulness can truly touch people's hearts.

Sure enough, a look of joy appeared on Song Wenjun's face.

These were things she prepared for her son, but could never realize.

She couldn't hide her delight and nodded, "It's exquisite, I like it very much, thank you, Your Highness."

Just then, Gu Jinyan was carried out by Xu's mother.

The little one saw the things in the yard, let out a shriek, and babbled, "Want, take..."

He opened his arms and lunged at the toy, and Xiao Ji caught him in his arms.

Song Wenjun wanted to carry him back, but found that Gu Jinyan was holding Xiao Ji's neck tightly and wouldn't let go.

She had no choice but to abandon the idea.

Sometimes she really couldn't understand why Gu Jinyan liked her so much.

Is it perhaps just a man's nature?

It is said that men are easily attracted to each other. Xiao Ji is a prince, and perhaps even the child was captivated by his aura.

Xiao Ji placed Gu Jinyan on the back of the warhorse, and personally led the reins around the courtyard.

Gu Jinyan waved his little hands happily, driving around non-stop, laughing heartily.

But Xu's mother broke out in a cold sweat, fearing that he would fall.

I only breathed a sigh of relief when I saw him sitting steadily.

Tian Qi scoffed at Xu's mother's timid appearance.

With his prince around, the little guy will definitely be fine.

One big and one small, they played with the warhorse and then the chariot.

But Xiao Ma hadn't been found yet, so Xiao Ji beckoned to Tian Qi: "Come here."

Tian Qi immediately put on a bitter face: "Your Highness, please don't."

He's a well-known figure on the martial arts rankings, isn't it a bit much to treat him like a beast of burden?

However, under Xiao Ji's pressure, they still obediently went to pull the cart.

The car is small, so I have to crouch down to avoid dropping the child.

My legs were about to give out after just one lap; I've never experienced anything this tough in my regular training.

Tian Qi finally couldn't take it anymore and made an excuse to leave: "Your Highness, I'm going to find Xiao Ma. I guarantee I'll be able to find him by tomorrow."

Xiao Ji waved his hand magnanimously: "Go ahead, if you can't find one, you can continue to be my horse."

"We'll definitely find it, we'll definitely find it." Tian Qi breathed a sigh of relief and decisively made his escape.

Gu Jinyan's laughter never stopped, and he would occasionally exchange a smile with Xiao Ji, a sight that brought tears to Song Wenjun's eyes.

Although the child is happy to be with her, he has never been as joyful as he is today.

All she could offer was a mother's tenderness and love, but boys are naturally drawn to adventure and excitement, and Xiao Ji brought Yan Yan this entirely new feeling.

It's like a small animal that has been kept in captivity for a long time has finally found the vast world it has longed for.

That was a feeling of novelty and freedom.

Xiao Tao's nose tingled at the sight before her. She lowered her voice and spoke to Song Wenjun, "Miss, you could actually consider the Prince."

Instantly, all the emotion in Song Wenjun's eyes vanished.

The word "Your Highness" instantly brought her back to reality.

Xiao Ji was a prince, while she was just a merchant.

The two were worlds apart in status, and even if Xiao Ji had feelings for her, the royal family would not approve.

Ultimately, she was destined to become Xiao Ji's concubine.

How could she allow her child to be born out of wedlock?

Furthermore, the royal family is rife with intrigue and deceit; a single misstep could lead to utter ruin.

Song Wenjun will not let herself repeat the same mistakes. In this life, she only wants to live a peaceful life with her child.

"No need for further words, I will not have any connection with the King of Chu." Song Wenjun suddenly changed her expression and turned to leave.

Xiao Ji was completely baffled by her inexplicably cold expression.

Women, do they all change their expressions this quickly?!

One second he's all smiles, the next he's stabbing in the eye?