I will only protect you for the rest of my life 13

After going to Shen Nanqing's courtyard to rest for a while, the two of them went over hand in hand after learning that it was time to set off.

Gardenia looked at the carriage of the Prime Minister's Mansion and turned to ask.

"How about you ride in a car with me?"

Although he had heard that his eldest daughter had a good relationship with Princess Ningle, the prime minister only found out about their friendship today, and he couldn't help but think about it.

Looking at the people standing beside the carriage, Shen Nanqing shook his head.

"I'm entering the palace today, so it's better to observe etiquette, not to mention I have to keep an eye on this concubine."

Gardenia said with a pity, her eyes briefly stayed on Shen Yang, who was wearing an aqua dress, and then looked away casually.

She lifted up her skirt, was supported by Suzuran and got into the carriage, and then waved to Shen Nanqing.

"Let's go."

Shen Nanqing nodded silently and watched her leave before turning around and getting into his carriage.

…

Because of all this trouble, it was already a little late when they arrived at the palace.

It was said that it was a dinner specially held to welcome the general's triumphant return, but there was no way a formal banquet like this could be so simple.

Officials would bring their legitimate sons and daughters with them when attending, not only to show their faces in front of the emperor, but also as a great opportunity to make connections.

After entering, Zhi Nai tilted her head and looked at Shen Nanqing, who was standing next to the Prime Minister. They each found their own seats and sat down, with a few tables in between.

As soon as he sat down, he noticed the emperor's gaze falling on him, and he immediately straightened his back and looked serious.

The emperor was amused and just ordered people to start serving the dishes.

The little girl's eyes lit up and she smiled happily at him.

As the palace people hurried in and out, the emperor also began to make some grand remarks.

Everyone present pretended to listen carefully, because His Majesty had not yet moved his chopsticks, and no one dared to make any move.

But Gardena didn't have such worries. She was favored for more than a day or two. Watching the palace servants arrange things, she naturally moved forward and smelled it, then picked up a crystal clear shrimp dumpling and stuffed it into her mouth. The cheeks bulged.

This action made the other princesses and princes extremely jealous. You must know that they were still hungry because they had to attend the dinner.

While I was hoping that His Majesty would take action as soon as possible, I couldn't help but have some hopes for the little girl. It would be great if she took the initiative to mention it.

The emperor, who was sitting on the main seat, sighed and said that he didn't see it and just ignored this corner.

When the scene was finished, he took the lead and stood up again with his glass in hand, showing his respect for the heroes of the world.

Gardenia only reacted when Suzuran pulled her sleeves. She blinked and immediately swallowed what was in her mouth and stood up with the fruit wine in her hand, looking obedient.

After waiting in this position for a few seconds and taking a sip of wine, the little girl sat back down with a wrinkled face.

Then he looked up and caught sight of the opposite person.

Gardenia was stunned for a moment, her round eyes slightly widened in surprise.

Why is the little brother looking at her?

While she was thinking, Huo Lichi's eyes were fixed and he looked away as if nothing had happened.

Originally, he wanted to test the princess, but for some reason, he unconsciously gave up his thoughts as soon as he looked at her.

It's as if believing in her has become an instinct deep in the soul.

This is not too strange for a young man who is always cautious on the battlefield.

After he collected his emotions and looked over, he saw the little girl lowering her head again, slowly picking at a few pastries, as if thinking about what to eat next, completely ignoring the serious atmosphere on the scene.

As the target of this banquet, Huo Lichi was pestered for a while, and only glanced at that place from time to time.