In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, the Jiangs make a strategic move to secure a marriage alliance between a late bloomer, Jiang Ying, and the crown prince, Lan Xichen. However, their plans are disrupted when Jiang Ying is abducted before the mee...
The two of them walk away from their new friends and further down the street, lost in their own thoughts and uncertainties. Their hands brush against each other, sending a spark of electricity with each step they take. Realizing just one more day on the street will make no difference to their future plans, they decide to enjoy the present and make the most of their time together.
Passing by an old woman selling peaches and jujubes at the street corner, Xie Yun can't help but admire the vibrant colors and juicy appearance of the fruit. He stops to buy a few, but Jiang Ying grabs his arm and pulls him away, reminding him of their limited budget.
As they continue walking, a sudden gust of wind blows a shower of flower petals down from the trees above. The two maidens nearby laugh in delight and start grabbing handfuls of petals, throwing them into the air and waving their hands playfully. One maiden, in particular, runs up to Xie Yun and brushes a stray petal off his shoulder, smiling at him with a flirtatious glint in her eye. "You look like a prince in a fairy tale," she whispers, her voice soft and alluring.
Xie Yun narrows his eyes slightly, sensing the underlying intention behind her words.
"Let me help you find a mate who can match your princely charm," she continues, her hand running up his arm until she reaches his rolled-up sleeve. "Come with me."
Jiang Ying's stomach twists a bit. He can't help but feel a sense of unease at her words. The way she is touching and talking to Xie Yun doesn't sit quite right with him. It brings irritation and annoyance that makes him clench his fists. With a forced smile, he interrupts her and grabs Xie Yun's arm. "I can stay here if you want to go." After all, he doesn't mind waiting more than watching them being all touchy-touchy.
"See? Your friend is very kind," the maiden says, her eyes twinkling with mischief as she leans closer to Xie Yun.
Xie Yun's jaw tightens as he turns to Jiang Ying, trying to read the expression on his face. He senses his discomfort, so he leans in closer, pulls Jiang Ying into a tight embrace, and whispers, "Wait here. I'll be back in a minute." He then proceeds to rub his scent all over Jiang Ying, marking him as his own.
Jiang Ying's eyes widen in surprise, but then he begins to relax, feeling the warmth of Xie Yun's body and the intoxicating scent that now clings to him. "I'll be fine." He pats Xie Yun's arm and gives him a small smile.
The young maiden watches their interaction awkwardly before dragging Xie Yun away to a small house behind the trees. Xie Yun looks back at Jiang Ying one last time before entering the house. "Nice, but I can't find anyone who can match my princely charm! You said you would help," he says, a mischievous glint in his eye.
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"Patience, my prince," the young maiden says with a teasing smile. "Patience will reward you in due time." She leans in closer, her breath warm against his ear. Not receiving any reaction from him, she pulls away and bites her lips seductively before running her hand from her neck to her chest to tug her dress lower, revealing more of her cleavage.
