However, Xin Rouer didn't bring much money with her, so she went into several clothing stores and returned disappointed.

Those who like it cannot afford it, and those who can afford it cannot afford it.

The dignified lady of the prime minister's house was deprived of food and clothing.

It’s all Xin Nianyan’s fault, it’s all this bitch’s fault!

She came out of a clothing store angrily and almost bumped into someone.

Xin Rouer subconsciously frowned and raised her head, and the moment she saw the person clearly, she changed into a pitiful expression.

"Brother Gu Chen, why are you here?"

Fortunately, she had a veil on her face, so no one could see clearly the angry look she wanted to curse someone just now.

The person who came was none other than Prince Pingnan, Gu Chen.

Gu Chen supported Xin Rouer, fearing that she would fall.

Looking into Xin Rouer's frightened deer-like eyes, I felt my heart melt.

"Miss Rou'er, are you okay?" He said in a gentle and caring voice.

"I'm fine." Xin Rouer shook her head.

"Girl, are you going to buy clothes?" Gu Chen glanced at the clothing store, "Why did you come out empty-handed, but there is nothing you like?"

He had just seen a beautiful figure over there in the distance, which looked very much like the woman he had been dreaming about. When he followed him, he saw that it was really her.

I just wish I could show off well and make her look at me differently.

"Not really, it's just..."

Xin Rouer lowered her eyes, looking like she was about to cry.

"There have been some changes in the prime minister's house recently. My sister is in charge of the house, and the money allocated to each house is not as generous as before..."

She spoke tactfully, but Gu Chen's anger surged up in waves.

"What? She deducted money from you?"

"I didn't mean that, Brother Gu Chen. I don't think the warehouse in the mansion is rich, so my sister would act like this."

"Although she is wearing Ziyun gauze, she is the eldest lady of the prime minister's house and the face of the prime minister's house. Naturally, she is different from me. Rou'er understands..."

Gu Chen's eyes turned cold when he heard this, and he narrowed his eyes.

"Rou'er, you are just too kind and too simple."

"You don't even know she's being bullied, yet you still help her speak up!"

Xin Rouer shook her head and said a little aggrievedly, "She is the eldest lady of the prime minister's house. How can I dare to question my sister."

Gu Chen looked heartbroken and raised his hand.

"If Miss Rou'er doesn't mind, Miss Rou'er can choose any clothes from the shops in the city. Gu will be the host today and pay the bill for the girl."

Xin Rouer was happy in her heart, but a little embarrassed on her face.

"This is not good, Brother Gu Chen, I don't need it..."

"Miss Rouer, there is no need to shirk the blame. You and Jiaojiao are sisters, so I will give it to you on her behalf."

Gu Chen waved his hand with an indifferent expression on his face.

Xin Rouer then showed a helpless expression, "Since Brother Gu Chen has said so, any further shirk would appear to be Rouer's lack of etiquette."

Then the two of them entered the store together and began to choose clothes.

The moment she turned around, the corners of Xin Rouer's mouth raised, and her eyes were filled with pride.

She was immersed in her own world. She felt that a man giving her clothes was due to her charm, and she felt very happy.

Little did he know that the way he couldn't wait to go into the store to choose clothes revealed his little family spirit.

Let alone with a man.

If Mrs. Xin came to see her like this, she would probably faint from anger.

…

Xin Rouer chose a few sets that were not cheap and cost nearly three hundred taels of silver. Gu Chen didn't even blink and went to check out with a wave of his hand.

He feels happy no matter how much he spends on buying clothes for the woman he likes!

But he quickly noticed a problem. Xin Rouer tried on several outfits, and he naturally felt that she looked good in whatever she wore, but she kept the veil on her face.

"Why is Miss Rou'er covered with a veil?" Gu Chen asked in confusion.

Xin Rouer was still wearing the new clothes she had just tried on. She had no intention of taking them off and wanted to just wear them like this.

Suddenly hearing Gu Chen's question, she paused and subconsciously touched her cheek.

"This matter is a long story..." Xin Rouer pursed her lips, her voice was low, and her eyes were already red.

"There was something wrong with my sister's hairpin ceremony earlier, and I didn't come to the rescue in time..."

Xin Rou'er lowered her eyebrows and whispered about how Xin Nianyan was surrounded by bees that day and everyone tried to avoid him.

When she returned to the yard, she was attacked by bees.

Putting two completely different things together makes it somewhat implicated in the cause and effect.

When Gu Chen heard this, his expression immediately changed.

"This woman with a heart of snakes and scorpions!" He clenched his fists with a dark face: "She attracted bees and butterflies herself, and was stung by bees. Why should she harm you!"

What a good Xin Nianyan, how dare he make such a vicious plan against the person he cares about, he must, must teach her a lesson and seek justice for Rou'er!

Xin Rouer felt happy in her heart, and there was malice in her eyes, but it was not shown on her face. She shook her head repeatedly and said, "I don't blame my sister. I was really frightened at the time so I didn't go to save her. She should be angry in her heart."

Seeing this way of defending the culprit after being wronged made Gu Chen feel even more distressed, and at the same time he felt even more disgusted with Xin Nianyan.

"Rou'er, be good, I know what to do."

Gu Chen comforted her gently, but his eyes radiated a cold light like a poisonous snake spitting out a message.

**

The sun rises and the moon sets, and the day goes by like this.

It was already the beginning of summer. Xin Nianyan took the sketch of summer clothes to the clothing store and prepared to discuss with Han Lu how to market the new clothes.

The busy day begins...

At this moment, in the splendid Jinluan Palace.

All civil and military officials have arrived, just waiting to see the honor of the old prince.

Followed by a loud chant outside the hall.

"General Pingbei, Lord Protector, returns to the court!!"

The old prince, dressed in cold iron armor, walked in step by step from outside the palace with a solemn and solemn look.

All civil and military officials turned around and bowed their hands to him.

"We sincerely welcome the old prince to return to court!"

Even the emperor on the throne sat up straight and nodded to him with a smile.

"Thank you all."

The Lord Protector hugged his helmet and saluted in return, then lifted up his clothes and half-knelt down.

"See you, Your Majesty, long live my Emperor!"

General Pingbei has the right to wear a sword when entering the palace, but the Protector did not wear a sword today.

The emperor was very satisfied and said, "Old Duke, please get up quickly!"

Only then did the old Duke stand up and be listed at the head of the generals.

Today's morning court meeting, apart from asking the Lord Protector for some information on the border situation, there was nothing important that needed to be decided by the court meeting, so the meeting dispersed early.

When he retired from the court, the Duke was left behind and asked to go to the Imperial Study Room to report his duties to the Emperor.

"Your Majesty." The Duke stopped the Emperor who was about to leave the table with his hands.

"In addition to reporting on my duties today, I have other important matters that I need to discuss with you. If possible, I hope that all the princes and princes can attend."

The emperor was stunned for a moment, with some vague guesses in his mind, and nodded.
Chapter completed!