There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 15 Rumors Are Inaccurate

Eight maids and ten servants stood behind her, led by Emerald and Pearl. So this was Princess Changning.

Princess Changning exuded an aura of wealth and nobility.

Li Shuchen was envious; she also longed for such wealth and status, wondering when she would ever achieve it.

Princess Changning's actions drew the attention of many guests, who all wanted to see what the commotion was like.

Upon seeing this, Li Shuchen immediately stepped forward and said humbly.

"So it's Princess Changning! I'm so sorry for not greeting you sooner. Please come upstairs, Princess. I've already prepared some refreshments for you."

Princess Changning raised her head high: "Hmph, you're smart to know what's good for you."

Li Shuchen led the way, with Princess Changning following behind, lifting her skirt as she went.

Li Shuchen would also occasionally say gently, "Princess Changning, be careful of the steps."

Li Shuchen looked up at the outside; it was almost dark. For Princess Changning to come looking for her at this hour instead of going home to sleep showed how truly idle she was.

Princess Changning doesn't seem to be here to cause trouble; she's probably just bored and looking for someone to play with.

Li Shuchen led her to the third floor.

Li Shuchen went to the room where his grandmother used to live. He planned to live in this room from now on. He had just cleaned it up last night and named it 'Sanbao Hall'. It came in handy today.

Entering the house

Princess Changning glanced around

He said, "Your room is decorated quite uniquely."

Li Shuchen, seemingly modest but actually proud, said, "Your Highness is too kind. Please have a seat."

On the octagonal table inside the room sat "Escape from the Ashes" and "Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms," their delicate pink petals and fragrant aroma awaiting tasting.

Li Shuchen said politely, "Princess, the food is ready, please enjoy."

Li Shuchen eats a special "spring treat" every day, which she loves. This particular one was originally for her, but now there's no other way; she has to give it to the princess. But she won't let the princess eat it for free.

Princess Changning gave a soft "Mmm," and sat down as if she didn't care much.

He tasted it, and after a moment

Li Shuchen asked, "Princess, do you like these two desserts?"

Princess Changning spoke slowly and deliberately, drawing out the last syllable, with a hint of nonchalance: "So-so."

Tch, if Li Shuchen hadn't seen Princess Changning's skirt swaying under the table, she would have believed it.

Look how happily she's eating! Taking a bite of the "Peach Blossom" tea, then a sip of "Ten Miles of Peach Blossom" tea—she's got quite the appetite!

Such delicious food can't even win you over? The color, the presentation, the taste—what young girl wouldn't love it? And the princess is only fifteen!

[Happiness +2]

After finishing her meal, Princess Changning slowly said, "I'll pack ten portions of your spring special supply for you."

Li Shuchen replied somewhat awkwardly, "I'm sorry, Princess, this is the last serving for today, and you've already finished."

Princess Changning slammed her hand on the table and shouted, "Can't we stop now?"

Li Shuchen said with a grin, "Princess, don't be angry. It's not that I can't do it, it's just..." Li Shuchen rubbed his fingers together.

Then he said, "I can't break the rules, can I?"

Emerald retorted angrily, "My princess is never short of money!"

Princess Changning glanced at Li Shuchen with a mocking expression: "Two hundred taels of silver, is that enough? Give her the money for the jade."

Li Shuchen's eyes lit up as he stepped forward to accept the money with both hands, saying, "That's enough, more than enough! Princess Changning is the most generous and lavish person in the entire Weijing City when it comes to spending money."

Princess Changning crossed her arms and glanced at Li Shuchen, then said coquettishly, "Hmph, you sycophant."

The princess called her a sycophant, but Li Shuchen wasn't angry at all. This was a big client, someone who wasn't short of money. If he served her well, wouldn't that mean a steady stream of income?

Why worry about not getting rich?

Li Shuchen's flattery pleased Princess Changning greatly.

Because everyone only praised her beauty, family background, and wealth.

Nobody praised her for being cool when she paid.

She always felt that she was incredibly generous and quick to pay, always giving money without hesitation, but no one ever praised her for it.

Things are different now. Li Shuchen praised him, saying that you couldn't find anyone as interesting as Li Shuchen in the entire capital.

[Happiness +2]

Princess Changning was in a good mood and stood up to stroll around the room.

Li Shuchen asked Grape to go to the kitchen and tell Aunt Wang to prepare ten servings of the 'Spring Special'.

Princess Changning stood by the window, touching a potted plant on the windowsill, and asked Li Shuchen, "What kind of flower is this? I don't think I've ever seen it before."

Li Shuchen walked over and said, "Princess, this is a white lisianthus. Its flower language is 'unique,' and it's my favorite flower."

Li Shuchen bought it from Xiao Jizi yesterday.

Princess Changning: "What is the meaning of the flower language?"

Li Shuchen: "That's the meaning this flower represents. If someone gives you this flower, it means you are their 'only one'."

Princess Changning: "Oh? 'The only one'... Interesting."

Princess Changning stared at Bai Jiegeng, looking at her intently, lost in thought.

Li Shuchen wondered if she might have taken a fancy to her potted flower, and tentatively said, "If the princess likes it, she can take it back, but this flower is rare, so one hundred taels of silver will suffice."

Princess Changning: "Didn't someone give this to you? You're going to sell it to me?"

Li Shuchen shook her head: "It wasn't a gift from someone else; I bought it for myself."

She could sell the flowers to Princess Changning, then buy another pot and make a hundred taels of silver in profit. Just thinking about it made her happy.

Princess Changning looked at Li Shuchen and pondered for a moment before saying, "Never mind."

Li Shuchen? Everyone says that Princess Changning will stop at nothing to get what she wants.

One hundred taels of silver is nothing to Princess Changning, why would she refuse it? Could it be that she refused it because she said she liked this flower the most?

Li Shuchen gazed at Princess Changning; she was somewhat different from the rumors.

Princess Changning frowned slightly: "The way you're looking at me makes me look like I have flowers on my face."

Li Shuchen said seriously, "Yes."

Princess Changning touched her face and asked, "He Hua?"

Li Shuchen said in a serious tone, "A flower that understands people's feelings."

Princess Changning tried to suppress her smile after hearing this, but couldn't.

Everyone says she's arrogant and domineering, and loves to steal love, but Li Shuchen says she's 'understanding'. She's different; Li Shuchen is different. (Happy)

[Happiness +2]

Emerald looked at her mistress and smiled happily. Although she disliked Li Shuchen, she now found him much more agreeable.

Grape walked in at that moment: "Miss, the 'Spring Special' is packed up."

Princess Changning was still smiling. Grape felt that her young lady was invincible right now; she could even make the princess happy. A genius!

Li Shuchen: Okay

Princess Changning was reluctant to leave, but it was already dark outside, and it was time to go.

Li Shuchen saw Princess Changning off to her carriage and waved goodbye, saying, "Goodbye, Princess. Take care on your journey, and welcome back next time."

Li Shuchen smiled broadly, hoping the princess would stay alive and come to the inn often so she could earn more money.

Princess Changning was surprised that Li Shuchen was so concerned about her on their very first meeting.

Many people in the capital would avoid her if they saw her, but Li Shuchen still wanted to see her again. Li Shuchen is so kind.

[Happiness +4]

Princess Changning arrived with a fierce aura, but left with a gentle and happy demeanor.

Li Shuchen watched the carriage drive away and returned to the inn. This Princess Changning was just a child; she had such an air about her, such a childish mentality.