TCCRMMAICSTA Chapter 19

Yu Wanwan’s eyes darted around, “Princess, what was the original gift you were planning to give Duke Zhan?”

 

The third princess immediately took out the gift that had been returned, a delicate embroidered pouch with bamboo stitched on it in a bright green color.

 

It indeed looked refined, exuding a scholarly, literati vibe. In ancient times, people would send pouches or handkerchiefs as tokens of love. But one glance at it, and you could tell it was something the princess had got from someone else.

 

“Princess… this isn’t suitable for Duke Zhan, and it’s obvious you didn’t make it yourself. Of course, Duke Zhan wouldn’t appreciate it.”

 

“Today, we need to give Duke Zhan a big gift, and it must be something you make yourself. That way, Duke Zhan will remember you for a lifetime. But… he might get angry.”

 

The third princess became instantly excited at the mention of “for a lifetime,” completely ignoring the rest of the sentence.

 

“What gift? I’ll make it right now.”

 

“I don’t care if Duke Zhan gets angry. It’s not like it’s the first time he’s been displeased with me.”

 

“I’ve tried everything, and he’s still heartless. So let’s go big this time!”

 

The third princess was in the mood to throw caution to the wind.

 

Yu Wanwan secretly gave the princess a thumbs up: 【A warrior charging forward for love.】

 

【With this kind of determination, even a decade-long brain freeze couldn’t stop you, so what’s there to fear in trying to win over Duke Zhan?】

 

Inspired, the third princess decided to act, “Let’s go, Yu Wanfu, let’s give him the gift.”

 

So, the group made their way to Duke Zhan’s manor kitchen. The old butler of the manor didn’t pay much attention, assuming the princess planned to cook something to win the duke’s favour.

 

But ultimately, the kitchen staff would be doing the cooking, and it was just another case of the princess presenting the food as if she had made it.

 

In the kitchen.

 

The third princess looked at the greasy smoke and frowned, “Yu Wanfu, you’re not suggesting that I cook for Duke Zhan as a gift, are you?”

 

“I’ve already done that countless times before, and Duke Zhan wasn’t interested.”

 

Yu Wanwan chuckled softly and whispered in the princess’s ear, “What we’re going to do today is: burn down the kitchen!”

 

“What!” The third princess was so shocked her eyes widened.

 

Yu Wanwan, trying to please her, said, “Princess, love is like a raging fire; it must burn!”

 

【My heart races as love is like fire, you’re smiling but I’m the crazy one, love burns and warms the heart~】 In her mind, Yu Wanwan heard the catchy song “Love Like Fire.”

 

【Once the fire starts, your beloved will surely rush in with a bucket of water. Besides, the princess only wanted to make a meal; what did you do wrong?】

 

【No way, no way… is the third princess really this timid?】

 

The hesitant third princess clenched her fists upon hearing this, “Alright! Let’s do it! I can do anything.”

 

With a wave of her hand, the third princess dismissed the kitchen staff.

 

Yu Wanwan hurriedly grabbed a burning stick from the stove and handed it to the princess.

 

“Princess, throw this into the damp corners. That way, there will be a lot of smoke, but the fire will be small. We’re just putting on a show, not actually burning down the entire manor.”

 

The third princess glared at her disapprovingly, “If we’re going to do this, we do it big. Otherwise, Duke Zhan won’t show up! I know him best.”

 

She then snatched the burning stick from Yu Wanwan and threw it directly onto the dry firewood. With a roar, the wood ignited instantly, and with the cooking oil nearby, the flames grew even bigger.

 

Adding fuel to the fire, the entire kitchen was engulfed in flames.

 

“Shit!” Yu Wanwan couldn’t help but curse on the spot. She grabbed the third princess and started running.

 

“We’re in trouble, princess, run faster!”

 

“If we delay any longer, we’ll be burned alive in this kitchen.”

 

They escaped the kitchen amidst the thick smoke, but the fire was so fierce that a gust of wind quickly spread the flames to the nearby buildings.

 

And so… the fire spread throughout the entire Duke Zhan’s manor.

 

Yu Wanwan: 【More beautiful than Duke Zhan’s manor is Duke Zhan’s manor on fire…】

 

The servants in the manor quickly noticed the fire and spread the alarm.

 

“Someone help, the kitchen’s on fire!”

 

“Quick! Put out the fire!”

 

The Zhan Duke’s manor was instantly thrown into chaos, and as expected, Duke Zhan appeared. Due to the wind, all the thick smoke had blown into his study, making it impossible for him to continue hiding there.

 

He swiftly rushed to the kitchen, where the fire was the most intense. At this moment, the third princess and Yu Wanwan stood outside, their faces covered in soot.

 

Seeing Zhou Jingchuan’s figure, the third princess’s eyes lit up with excitement. She jumped and shouted, “Uncle Zhan, you’re finally here!”

 

The third princess smirked to herself: Hehe, Yu Wanfu’s plan worked! This big move was definitely effective. It only took a quarter of an hour for Uncle Zhan to show up.

 

But… Uncle Zhan seems a bit unhappy.

 

Still, the princess didn’t care. As long as she was happy, that was all that mattered.

 

She waved to Yu Wanwan, “Yu Wanfu, you can go and do your own thing now.”

 

In her heart, she nodded proudly, thinking: I really am a good master who follows through with my word. Yu Wanfu must be very grateful to me.

 

Yu Wanwan, on the verge of tears, thought to herself: 【Oh, princess! I’d love to go to the brothel, but do you think Duke Zhan will let me leave, looking like that?】

 

【With this huge fire and all the mess, it won’t be cleaned up until nightfall… I said Duke Zhan would spend the whole day with you, but not like this!】

 

The third princess, hearing this, arrogantly raised her head. She thought: It’s better if it can’t be cleaned up. This way, Uncle Zhan will have to stay with me the whole day.

 

It didn’t matter what method was used, as long as it worked. Isn’t he spending the whole day with me? Yu Wanfu, that eyesore, hurry and leave. Don’t disturb my romantic time with Uncle Zhan.

 

Zhou Jingchuan approached the two of them with a dark expression, letting out a small chuckle: “Heh…”

 

At that sound, Yu Wanwan immediately cowered: “Your Highness, this was an accident… The princess originally just wanted to cook for you, but then…”

 

The third princess raised her hand in agreement: “Uncle, look, Xinxin’s hands are even burned.”

 

Zhou Jingchuan glanced at the burn on her red palm: “I believe… cooking wouldn’t have caused a burn like this, but starting a fire certainly could.”

 

Yu Wanwan slapped her forehead: 【The worst thing isn’t having a powerful opponent, but having a teammate as dumb as a pig. We’re doomed】

 

“Uncle~ Xinxin didn’t mean to, Xinxin will ask Father to compensate you with silver,” the third princess whined sweetly.

 

“Fine.” Zhou Jingchuan replied curtly with just two words and said nothing more.

 

This left Yu Wanwan somewhat shocked: 【I thought Duke Zhan would chop me into pieces. How did this get resolved so easily?】

 

【Could it be that money really can make the devil turn the millstone?】

 

【If that’s the case… my brothel plan might still have hope?】

 

“You two, follow me.” While Yu Wanwan was lost in thought, Duke Zhan’s voice rang out.

 

The third princess beamed with joy: “Yu Wanfu, Uncle Zhan is going to take me out to play! You’ve done a great job today!”

 

Yu Wanwan forced a smile and followed behind: 【Oh, my naive princess, Duke Zhan is not a good person. Suddenly taking us out, who knows if he’s planning to take us to some remote place to harvest our kidneys?】

 

The third princess paid no attention to Yu Wanwan. She hummed softly to herself.

 

Hmph, even if he harvests kidneys, he’d only take yours. I’m the precious little gem of the royal palace, Uncle Zhan wouldn’t dare touch me.

 

Uneasily, Yu Wanwan left Duke Zhan’s manor, watching the surroundings as they walked.

 

【Wait a minute… why does this route seem… a little off?】

 

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