The Captivating Crown Prince

(18) Going To The Palace

Shang Wuxin had woken up early in the morning, but because it was so early, her mood was very bad. It was like another layer of ice was added to her originally cold and detached expression.

“Crown Prince!” Wu Ju approached the side of the crown prince somewhat timidly, looking at him as he gracefully ate his breakfast. Pondering it over, she still spoke resolutely, “May this servant attend to You today?” During this period of time, she had started to admire the crown prince more and more, and her respect for him had grown. Furthermore, she had also gradually started wishing to become stronger, hoping that she would be entrusted with heavier responsibilities and be qualified to act as his right hand. She was already different from before, when she had merely felt like wanting to protect the crown prince, whom she’d never met before. Now she wholeheartedly wished to be an important subordinate, even though she was just a woman. Wu Wei was also a woman, yet she was always there at the prince’s beck and call. Wu Ju believed that she herself would not disappoint him, either.

After hearing her words, Wu Wei, who was in the middle of serving the food to the crown prince, nearly dropped the chopsticks within her hand. She was already well aware of Wu Ju’s intelligence and strength. If Wu Ju had run into the crown prince first, perhaps she would have been even more competent than herself. More importantly, after spending so many days together, Wu Wei could clearly see Wu Ju’s devotion. They had even become good friends in private, partly for the sake of the crown prince. She also wanted to know whether he would lead her with him when he entered the palace today, but she didn’t dare ask. After all, she still remembered the last time. It had let her understand that only if she was formidable enough, she could protect herself. Otherwise, she would be a burden.

“Ah.” Shang Wuxin put down her chopsticks. Since she had gotten up too early, she didn’t have much of an appetite. Listening to Wu Ju’s words just now, her mood improved a little. “This is a birthday feast, not Imperial father’s personal summon. Of course I can bring you to with. However, once you enter the palace, concentrate on watching and listening, and don’t speak too much. This Prince hopes that you won’t stir up any trouble, do you understand?”

Wu Ju was delighted at heart, while Wu Wei promptly saluted, “Many thanks, Crown Prince. This servant respectfully obeys to do my duty. I won’t bring You any inconveniences!” They were very clear that while the crown prince looked like a solemn celestial being, he very much disliked troublesome things.

Shang Wuxin nodded in satisfaction. “However, you’re My people. You can’t let others bully you. It’s good if you don’t stir up any trouble, but if there’s anyone provoking you, you shouldn’t lose face for This Prince. If anything happens, there’s still Me to shoulder the responsibility.”

“Yes!” Wu Wei and Wu Ju both nodded heavily. Being able to stand by the Crown Prince’s side was their lives’ greatest fortune.

“Crown Prince, the carriage is ready. Should we set out for the palace now?” Chief Hai asked from outside the door. Thinking of the present the crown prince had prepared as a birthday gift, he still felt a little anxious. But he also knew his fears were groundless when he called to mind the prince’s intelligence. Anyway, even if His Majesty really got angry at him, the current crown prince would most likely not care a whit.

Shang Wuxin got up and took the handkerchief in Wu Wei’s hand to wipe her hands, then taking along the two maids, she walked toward the carriage parked outside the residence. But as soon as she went out, she noticed a tall black carriage made of incense wood. Though she didn’t know how it looked on the inside, judging only by the exterior, she could realize its great value.

“Whose work is this?” Shang Wuxin asked without any facial expression. No one was able to tell whether she was happy or displeased about this.

Chief Hai promptly ran up to Shang Wuxin’s side and said with a smile, “It was this old servant who ordered it. Do You like it?” Previously, it was because the Crown Prince’s residence had been too poor to afford such extravagant things. But now that they were so well-off, they shouldn’t put their Crown Prince in any inconvenience. When he saw how much money the residence had, he had immediately discussed with Wu Wei about making the carriage.