After I transmigrated, the cold king clung to me every day.

Chapter 145 When something goes wrong, there must be a monster

The back garden of the Fifth Prince's Mansion —

Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground like scattered gold flakes. The entire back garden is tranquil and peaceful, a picturesque scene that captivates the eye and makes one reluctant to leave.

The Fifth Prince, Murong Han, stood tall and straight, his slender figure accentuated by a black brocade robe. He wore a white jade crown, exuding a gentle yet noble and dignified air. At this moment, he stood in the pavilion of the Prince's Garden, gazing at the withered lotus flowers in the pond with his hands behind his back.

At this moment, Xue Xianglian moved lightly and slowly towards him, a barely perceptible smile on her face.

Murong Han noticed the movement, turned slightly to the side, and placed his gentle gaze on Xue Xiang.

Xue Xiang pursed her lips, thought for a moment, leaned closer to him, and said, "Cousin, I have a favor to ask of you."

Murong Han's face was cold and stern, and he raised an eyebrow slightly, saying, "Oh? What is it?"

Xue Xiang forced a smile and said shyly, "Cousin, could you help me look into... the Ninth Prince's Consort, Lin Qianqian?"

Murong Han frowned, his face full of suspicion, and said coldly, "Why are you asking about her?"

Xue Xiang pouted and muttered, "It's all because of the Fourth Prince! I've liked him for so long, but he's as cold as ice to me. Even after Xu Wanwan died, he's still like a block of wood, not responding at all."

Upon hearing "Xu Wanwan," Murong Han froze, his hands clenched tightly, and his breathing became rapid. Xue Xiang, however, continued, "I heard that Lin Qianqian and the Fourth Prince had a past entanglement, so I want to know what kind of person she is."

Murong Han suppressed his emotions and said coldly, "So what if you know? What can you do about it?"

Xue Xiang's eyebrows furrowed, and she said hatefully, "If she really has an affair with the Fourth Prince, I will never let her off! I will make her pay!"

Murong Han frowned, his heart filled with conflict. Seeing this, Xue Xiang quickly took his arm and said coquettishly, "Cousin~ you're the best, you'll definitely help me, won't you?"

Murong Han turned his head away, feigning impatience: "Alright, alright, I really can't do anything with you. Just this once, don't cause me any more trouble."

Upon hearing this, Xue Xiang jumped in front of Murong Han, hugged his arm tightly, swayed gently, and said in a sweet, coquettish voice, "I knew my cousin was the best to me! My cousin is simply the most brilliant and capable person in the world! I knew that as long as I went to my cousin, any problem could be solved~"

Murong Han looked at her, shook his head helplessly, his eyes revealing helplessness and doting. After a while, he frowned and fell into thought.

On the other side: Inside the Ninth Prince's Mansion —

Inside the room, Lin Qianqian leaned against the couch, her fair wrist supporting her rosy cheek, her head slightly lowered, already dozing off. Her long eyelashes occasionally trembled, like butterflies about to take flight, her expression languid and weary.

Xiaodie, standing to the side, blushed and was still immersed in the embarrassing moment after she got drunk that day. She kept muttering to herself, "Oh dear, how embarrassing! How embarrassing! Ahhhhh~~~" As she spoke, she stomped her feet in frustration.

Wuming stood to the side, looking at Xiaodie's appearance with a helpless expression, and gently shook his head. He turned around, his gaze falling on the dozing Lin Qianqian, and his eyes softened instantly.

He tiptoed to the bedside, picked up the coat beside him, and gently draped it over Lin Qianqian, afraid of disturbing her peace for even a moment.

At this moment, Su Wan'er walked in, carrying a steaming bowl of bird's nest porridge, her expression deep and alluring. Her graceful steps and elegant figure filled the room with a unique charm.

Su Wan'er gracefully bowed, her voice clear and melodious: "Younger sister greets older sister!"

Xiaodie and Wuming turned to look when they heard the noise. Upon seeing the sight, Xiaodie was terrified, her face turning deathly pale. Her lips trembled as she stammered, "Consort Su, you...how did you get here?!"

Lin Qianqian was also awakened by the noise. Still half asleep, she saw Su Wan'er appear in front of her and immediately became alert, her eyes full of wariness: "Su Wan'er? You, what do you want?"

Seeing this, Su Wan'er chuckled, carried the bird's nest porridge in slowly, gently placed it on the table, then looked up, her eyes seemingly glistening with tears, and said softly, "Sister, to be honest, I've been thinking a lot lately. We're both from the same household, and we should support each other. These past few days, I've specially sought out a nourishing recipe and cooked this bowl of bird's nest porridge, intending to bring it to you. I hope you'll forgive me for any past offenses. From now on, let's get along well and handle all matters in the household together, shall we?"

Lin Qianqian's eyes widened in disbelief. Her mouth agape for a long time before she came to her senses. Although surprised, her vigilance remained undiminished. She instinctively shrank back and said coldly, "What did you say? Harmonious coexistence? Could it be... that you're plotting some conspiracy again?"

Xiaodie chimed in, pouting and nodding as she pondered.

Su Wan'er's expression darkened, and tears welled up in her eyes. "Sister, I was foolish before. The Prince favored you so much that I became jealous and did something foolish. Now I understand that only by supporting each other can we sisters live peacefully in this Prince's mansion."

She took a deep breath and said sincerely, "This bird's nest porridge is my apology. If I offend you in the future, please tell me frankly, and I will definitely correct myself." As she spoke, she picked up a spoon, scooped up a spoonful of porridge, and handed it to Lin Qianqian, "Sister, please try it. If you don't like it, I will make another one."

Lin Qianqian froze, her expression instantly hardening. She narrowed her eyes slightly, her brows furrowing tightly, as if trying to see through the bowl of bird's nest porridge, her gaze filled with suspicion and wariness.

Su Wan'er keenly noticed Lin Qianqian's unusual behavior, and thought to herself, but her face still wore a gentle smile. She gently raised her hand, her slender fingers holding the spoon, and slowly scooped up a spoonful of porridge, her movements natural and fluid.

Without hesitation, she put the spoonful of porridge into her mouth, chewed it a few times, and even swallowed it deliberately. Then she raised her face and said with a smile, "Look, sister, I'm really fine after eating it." Her smile was like the warm spring sun, and her eyes were full of gentleness and sincerity.

Seeing this, Lin Qianqian's guard relaxed slightly. Her tightly pursed lips parted slightly, her gaze shifting for a moment between Su Wan'er and the bowl of bird's nest porridge, before she finally slowly reached out and hesitantly accepted the porridge from Su Wan'er. Her voice was soft, with a barely perceptible tremor: "Th...thank you!"

Seeing that Lin Qianqian already believed her, Su Wan'er was secretly delighted, but on the surface she still maintained that gentle demeanor.

She leaned slightly closer to Lin Qianqian, her voice gentle and sincere: "Sister, I sincerely hope that we can live in peace from now on, join hands and work together to support the Prince, so that our Prince's Mansion can become more and more harmonious."

Lin Qianqian's eyes reddened slightly, and the long-standing defensiveness in her heart gradually melted away like thin ice. She looked up at Su Wan'er, her eyes filled with emotion, and a slight smile of relief appeared on her lips.

"It's truly rare for a sister to have such a kind heart." Lin Qianqian's voice was slightly choked as she reached out and gently grasped Su Wan'er's hand. "Let's not dwell on the past. From now on, we sisters will be of one mind." After saying that, she looked down at the bird's nest porridge in her hand, as if she could feel Su Wan'er's sincerity, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

Tears welled in Su Wan'er's eyes as she tightly grasped Lin Qianqian's hand, her voice sincere and earnest: "Sister's magnanimity makes me feel ashamed. I have offended you in the past, and I am grateful that you have forgiven me. From now on, I will treat you with sincerity, walk hand in hand with you, share the Prince's burdens, and do my best for the Prince's mansion. I will never have any second thoughts again."

Xiao Die witnessed this scene, her guard still taut. She remained outwardly calm, but a hint of suspicion flickered in her eyes. She thought to herself: [What exactly is Su Wan'er plotting? Why would she suddenly reconcile with Miss like this? Hmph, as the saying goes, something unusual is bound to happen. There's no reason for such a sudden change. Miss is always kind-hearted and easily swayed; she readily opens her heart to anyone who shows her kindness, losing all discernment. No, I can't let my guard down. I must keep a close eye on Su Wan'er and ensure that Miss doesn't suffer even the slightest harm.]