Chapter 178 Third Watch
Zheng Nianru’s eyes curved in delight, seemingly unable to believe she could play with the other girls.
This expression on Zheng Nianru’s face caused Zheng Boding’s brows to furrow with a touch of sadness. He had intended to talk more with his daughter but now felt it was not as important. It wasn’t easy for Nianru to come out on an excursion; marrying into a family without a substantial background would likely mean even fewer opportunities in the future.
"Father, I’ll just stay with you," Zheng Nianru said, taking Prince Duan’s arm again. The thought of playing felt like seeing toys she never had as a child, but Zheng Boding was more important. She had resolved to accompany Prince Duan well in this life and try her best not to anger him.
"Go on, your father still has to serve as a Judge Officer. However, do not wander too far, and do not let Xing Yu leave your side," Zheng Boding said, still worried.
"Okay," Zheng Nianru replied obediently, nodding her head.
Seeing this, Zheng Haoyuan sulked. He had wanted to play with his cousin, but now there was little hope.
"Fourth Prince, you can take the middle passage up. When you get to Listening Maple Pavilion, you can meet up with the Commandery Princess and go on the painted boat," Qi Zhu considerately arranged Zheng Haoyuan’s itinerary. Just as he spoke, Prince Duan, hearing the noise, looked over with a displeased expression. Why hasn’t this boy left yet?
Zheng Haoyuan immediately softened and bowed respectfully at once.
"Then, Imperial Uncle, cousin, Fu Gong will take his leave first," Zheng Haoyuan rarely bowed so formally and naturally did so awkwardly. Knowing this, he hurriedly left in a rush, not daring to linger and cause displeasure.
Zheng Nianru, with Fu Dong, Xing Yu, and Yin He in tow, approached the entry to the women’s area, but Yin He was stopped.
"Miss, men cannot enter here," the guard, not recognizing Zheng Nianru, intercepted them.