There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 363 Birthday Banquet

Three Treasures Hall

Li Shuchen lay on the bed scrolling through the system's online store. Changning already had quite a few expensive jewelry and other valuable items; giving her more wouldn't make much sense. What should he give her?

The words Liang Yuying had spoken that day echoed in her mind: if the man in black were to target Changning, then survival skills would be extremely important.

In that case, let's take a look at the weapons.

The first weapon that caught Li Shuchen's eye immediately.

[Camellia Silver Bracelet: Contains ten tiny, poisoned silver needles. Gently flick the red flower and aim at the target to shoot them out. Bleeding will result in certain death. Lightweight and easy to use, suitable for everyone. Price: One million taels of silver]

This item would be good for saving one's life; she's just in time to have made a million taels of silver selling things, so buying this gift is perfect.

Clicking "buy" resulted in a bracelet falling onto the bed. Li Shuchen immediately examined it; it was ordinary-looking and unremarkable, but the craftsmanship was exquisite.

After some fiddling, I found a clever switch. Inside, there were ten silver needles. The flowers that shoot the needles are red, making them easily distinguishable from other silver camellias. It's simple and easy to use—truly a wonderful thing!

Thinking of the powerless Xiao Jizi, he silently prayed, "I just spent a million taels of silver on weapons. That should be enough for you to recover some energy. Remember to absorb it after you wake up."

After saying that, he put the bracelet under his pillow, closed his eyes, and fell into a deep sleep.

November 16th

Princess Changning's birthday banquet will be held as scheduled.

Li Shuchen sat in front of the dressing table applying her makeup.

Grape: "Miss, which hairstyle would you like?"

Li Shuchen: "The more low-key, the better."

Grape: "Yes"

After combing her hair, Li Shuchen changed into a light green outfit, looking fresh and elegant. She glanced at the sky and said...

"It's getting late, Grape, go prepare the horses."

Grape straightened Li Shuchen's clothes, her eyes crinkling with a smile: "No need for Grape to prepare the horse for Miss, someone has already done it, just waiting for Miss to come downstairs."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen asked, "Is it Ziying, Yuying, or Bingli?"

Grape shook her head: "None of those."

Li Shuchen asked in confusion, "Who is that?"

Grape said, word by word, "It's Young Master Cheng. He's been waiting downstairs since early this morning. He's very attentive to Miss."

Li Shuchen didn't argue, and after taking the gift, said, "Let's go."

The two went to the first floor

Upon seeing Li Shuchen appear, Cheng Zhian immediately stepped forward to greet him.

"Chenchen, let me help you into the carriage."

"Thank you, Mr. Cheng."

Li Shuchen spoke softly and sweetly, acting like a girl in the throes of first love. She knew Cheng Zhian was a good actress, so she played along.

The two actors, with their exceptional acting skills, successfully made all the guests in the reception room envious.

Success and fame led to the carriage

Cheng Zhian helped Li Shuchen

Li Shuchen put one foot on the footstool, about to step onto it, when he suddenly noticed something was wrong with the servant beside him and turned his head to look.

Oh my god, isn't this Ruan Jingshang, the young master Ruan?

How did he become Cheng Zhi'an's servant?

Li Shuchen glanced at Cheng Zhian

Cheng Zhian showed no expression, but said gently, "Chenchen, get in the carriage quickly. It's cold outside, don't get cold."

Hearing this, Li Shuchen kept his words to himself, then stepped into the warm carriage.

Cheng Zhian followed closely behind.

The two sat down, and Li Shuchen asked in a low voice, "What's going on?"

Cheng Zhi'an: "Brother Ruan wanted to attend Princess Changning's banquet, but he didn't have an invitation, so he had to disguise himself as my servant and go with me."

Upon hearing this, Li Shuchen rested his chin on his hand and shook his head: "Young Master Ruan's path is long and arduous, difficult to handle."

Cheng Zhi'an: "Finding the one you love is not easy in itself, and if you want to stay together forever, you need to go through many trials before you can achieve your goal."

Li Shuchen raised an eyebrow after hearing this: "I didn't expect Cheng Jieyuan to have such insights into love."

Cheng Zhian laughed heartily.

"I just followed behind you, absorbing what I saw and heard."

Li Shuchen took a bite of the coconut milk jam cake and nodded: "Keep it low-key, keep it low-key."

Three plates of snacks, and a pot of hot tea was empty.

Ruan Jingshang's stiff voice came from outside the carriage.

"Young master, we have arrived at the princess's residence."

Li Shuchen almost burst out laughing when he heard this, and lifted the car curtain to tease him.

"Excuse me, sir, what's your name?"

Ruan Jingshang said in a serious tone, "Miss Li, you can simply call me Xiao Ruan."

Li Shuchen suppressed a smile: "Little Ruan, don't be nervous. Your young master and I will protect you. Just be natural. Learn to be shameless from me."

"Yes, thank you for your guidance, Miss Li."

After hearing this, Ruan Jingshang no longer blushed. He naturally placed a footstool for Li Shuchen, and put it back after the two of them got off.

Then he obediently stood behind Cheng Zhi'an.

The princess's residence was bustling with activity.

Li Shuchen took out the invitation and went inside with Cheng Zhian.

This scene was witnessed by many people, and it sparked continuous discussion.

The two walked to a less crowded place

Li Shuchen covered her mouth and whispered, "The act is almost over. Princess Jiale probably won't betroth Changning to you. I'm going to find Changning. You can play by yourself."

Cheng Zhi'an: "Alright, there are too many powerful and influential people in this household. Be careful."

"understood"

After finishing his sentence, Li Shuchen left without looking back, and after several twists and turns, he successfully became trapped in a scenic garden.

I can't get out no matter what I do.

"Grape, do you remember how to get to Changning's room?"

Grape scratched her head: "Miss, the princess's residence is too big, and Grape doesn't remember. Why don't we ask someone?"

Li Shuchen: "Good idea."

Looking around, searching for people

I noticed a young man in blue standing by the lake, facing the water. Though I couldn't see his face clearly, I could sense the sorrow emanating from him.

Although it wasn't appropriate to bother someone so abruptly, she had no choice but to swallow her pride and go for it.

"Excuse me, sir. May I ask how to leave this place?"

The young man was startled by the sound, then turned around, both surprised and delighted.

"Shu Chen, is it really you?"

Li Shuchen looked up at the sound and stared at the man in front of him, momentarily stunned.

Oh dear, it's Xu Shaobao!

He forced a smile and said awkwardly, "Young Master Xu, what a coincidence, what a coincidence."

Xu Shaobao looked at the beautiful woman in front of her and blushed slightly: "What a coincidence, is Shu Chen lost?"

Li Shuchen nodded slightly: "I want to go to Changning's courtyard; I don't want to get lost here."

Xu Shaobao: "In that case, I'll take Shu Chen there."

"Okay, good."

Li Shuchen followed Xu Shaobao obediently without saying a word.

Xu Shaobao suddenly said something out of the blue.

"When I was little, I came to this banquet with my mother and visited Princess Changning's courtyard a few times, but I didn't go inside; I just waited for my mother outside."

Oh, haha

Li Shuchen didn't know what to say, so she could only give an awkward laugh.

Xu Shaobao forced a smile, not knowing what to say, so he could only force a smile.

The two walked awkwardly for a while, and things only improved slightly when they parted ways at the courtyard gate.

"Shu Chen, this is Princess Changning's courtyard."

Li Shuchen looked up and glanced at the layout inside. Yes, this was the place. He then thanked them.

"Thank you, Prince Xu."

Xu Shaobao: "Shu Chen, there's no need for thanks. I'm honored to be able to do anything for you."

Li Shuchen scratched his head: "Then I'll go in first."

"it is good"

Xu Shaobao waited until Li Shuchen was out of sight before turning and leaving.