Chu Chenyi snapped back to his senses. His gaze fell upon Feng Jin, and he quickly suppressed the emotions on his face, forcing a strained smile. "Of course not. This Prince is more than willing."
Feng Jin looked at his expression of anger but suppressed speech and couldn't help but cover her mouth and giggle. "Then Your Highness also thinks what I said makes perfect sense?"
Having finally persuaded Feng Jin to agree, Chu Chenyi now echoed everything Feng Jin said.
"Naturally, it makes perfect sense. Whatever you say now is right, the most correct."
"That's good..." Seeing Chu Chenyi's dejected expression, Feng Jin felt incredibly pleased.
Her gaze fell upon Cai Qing beside him, and she said indifferently, "Take His Highness Prince Jing over there. If the Princess Consort is unwilling to return, don't forget to persuade her well."
"Yes, Young Madam. This servant understands."
Cai Qing immediately understood Feng Jin's meaning and nodded with a smile, agreeing.
"Your Highness, please follow me."
Chu Chenyi cupped his hands in a salute towards Feng Jin, his smile not reaching his eyes. "Thank you."
As the words left his lips, he hurriedly followed Cai Qing out, wishing only to escape the place as quickly as possible. He didn't want to say another word to Feng Jin, fearing he might fall into her trap again.
If that happened, it would be difficult to extricate himself. Thus, Chu Chenyi's steps were swift, astonishing even Feng Jin.
"He's running quite fast. One would think a flood or wild beasts were chasing him."
Feng Jin rolled her eyes, her gaze filled with disdain for Chu Chenyi. She should have troubled Chu Chenyi a bit longer, made him more anxious, and then had Cai Qing take him away.
Now, letting Chu Chenyi go so easily was too merciful. But since the person was already gone, no matter how much she regretted it, it was too late.
...
"Your Highness, this way, please..."
Cai Qing walked ahead, leading Chu Chenyi into the courtyard ahead.
"How is the Princess Consort's mood? Is she still angry?"
After a moment's hesitation, Chu Chenyi still voiced his concern. If Lin Yuwei was still angry, it would be quite difficult for him to coax her back.
Before meeting her, it was best to gather information. After all, there was a saying that knowing yourself and your enemy, you can win a hundred battles.
"This..." Cai Qing paused, remembering the Young Madam's instructions. Her eyes darted, and she decided it was better to exaggerate slightly.
"Reporting to Your Highness, when the Princess Consort first arrived, she was weeping and crying, clamoring to divorce Your Highness. Fortunately, our Young Madam persuaded her for a long time, only then did the Princess Consort's temper subside a little..."
Cai Qing could now spin lies so smoothly that she almost believed them herself.
"Your Highness, the Princess Consort is quite emotional. When you see her later, you must persuade her kindly. Never argue with the Princess Consort again."
A trace of worry flickered through Chu Chenyi's heart. It seemed Lin Yuwei was truly angry this time. It would not be easy to coax her back later.
After saying this, Cai Qing, fearing she might give herself away, said nothing more and continued to lead the way with her head lowered.
"Your Highness, the Princess Consort is in the inner courtyard. This servant has brought you here. If Your Highness has nothing else, this servant will return to report to our Young Madam."
Chu Chenyi originally wanted Cai Qing to return immediately, but then he changed his mind and decided to have Cai Qing stay for now.
"Please help announce my arrival first, and I will go in afterward."
Cai Qing was slightly taken aback. She had indeed not expected to face such a situation and almost forgot to react. After a moment's hesitation, she said, "This... Your Highness, it might not be appropriate for this servant to go in... This servant thinks it would be more suitable for Your Highness to go in yourself. If you sincerely apologize to the Princess Consort, she will surely return with you. Your Highness, if there is nothing else, this servant will take her leave."
After these polite words, Cai Qing's feet seemed to be equipped with wind and fire wheels, and she disappeared in a flash.
Chu Chenyi stood helplessly at the door. Looking at his retreating back, he appeared somewhat dejected. Finally, he sighed helplessly. After a moment of inner struggle, he reached out and pushed the door open, stepping inside.
The maids who had accompanied Lin Yuwei earlier quickly bowed upon seeing Chu Chenyi. "This servant greets Your Highness."
Chu Chenyi's face was tinged with displeasure. His gaze swept over them one by one. These were the servants the Prince's mansion had hired, truly loyal. They spent their days running around with Lin Yuwei.
Had they truly forgotten whose hands held their contracts? Forgotten who their master was? They were increasingly disregarding him.
In their eyes, perhaps only Lin Yuwei was their master. Chu Chenyi's expression was very displeased. "When we return to the mansion, all of you will receive punishment. Where is the Princess Consort?"
"Reporting to Your Highness, the Princess Consort felt unwell earlier and has just taken her medicine. She is now asleep."
Upon hearing that Lin Yuwei was asleep, Chu Chenyi actually felt a sense of relief. This was an opportunity for him to take Lin Yuwei back without anyone noticing.
"Go pack the Princess Consort's belongings, prepare the carriage, and return to the Prince's mansion."
Chu Chenyi waved his hand and said indifferently, then strode towards the room.
He cautiously opened the door with his hands, walking in softly. At a glance, he saw Lin Yuwei lying on the bed.
He sighed softly and walked over. Looking at Lin Yuwei's sleeping face, he sighed helplessly. She truly caused him no peace day after day.
She even resorted to running away from home at the slightest disagreement. When he returned from court and learned that Lin Yuwei had packed her bags and left, his heart skipped a beat, and he felt a sudden emptiness.
Just as he was about to search for her throughout the streets, fortunately, Feng Jin sent someone to inform him that Lin Yuwei was at her place, and only then did he finally breathe a sigh of relief.
Chu Chenyi bent down, intending to quietly carry the sleeping Lin Yuwei away.
Unexpectedly, as soon as he touched Lin Yuwei, the woman who had been sound asleep suddenly opened her eyes. Her slightly hazy gaze fixed on Chu Chenyi. As she regained consciousness, she rolled her eyes. "Get out, I don't want to see you."