The Princess of Northern Land
Chapter 502 A resounding slap (2)_1

Chapter 502: Chapter 502 A resounding slap (2)_1

The last time she was in Border City, she had carefully studied the river from Feng City to Border City. Although the Northern Land was cold, there were many rivers, and a large one ran between Feng City and Border City. Lin Ziyin believed that with proper training, transporting goods on ice would be much faster than traveling by carriage through the accumulated snow.

"I’m afraid I’ll have to trouble you," Chu Suifeng said apologetically, looking at Lin Ziyin.

Lin Ziyin sat up straight and replied with a faint smile, "Prince, you’re too kind."

Chu Suifeng was taken aback. Realizing that Lin Ziyin would also become the mistress of the Northern Land, he found his courtesy seemed distant.’It was Prince who misunderstood,’ he smiled at her, ’I take back my words.’

When Lin Ziyin heard his correction, she understood that he knew her intentions and couldn’t help but smile. The two of them were silent but their silence was more eloquent than words.

For the first time, Chu Suifeng found himself feeling particularly close to Lin Ziyin.

The distance from the Marquis Residence to Wang Residence was not particularly close, but neither was it too far. It took about one incense stick’s duration if one traveled slowly by carriage.

"Prince, Miss." Butler Bai Xian had been waiting at the gate with his servants.

Lin Ziyin slightly raised her head, carefully examining the gate of the Wang Residence. A plaque above the gate read "Wang Residence," penned with large characters in red on a golden background. It had an elegance yet sharpness as well. Guards in black armour stood with their weapons on both sides of the gate, while two fierce stone lions sat at the base of the stairs. The daunting atmosphere of Wang Residence’s guard was palpable even before Lin Ziyin stepped in.

"Is everything ready?" asked Chu Suifeng.

"Everything is prepared as per your instructions, Prince. Master Situ had given his orders earlier," Bai Xian replied earnestly.

"His name is Bai Xian, the butler of Wang Residence. If you need anything, just ask him. He is as important in this residence as Master Situ," instructed Chu Suifeng, turning to Lin Ziyin.

"Mr. Bai," Lin Ziyin acknowledged the butler with a modest nod. Given her current status, she was not required to pay deep respects to a butler, even if he was extremely valuable to the Prince.

Although Bai Xian had never been to the estate side, he was familiar with Lin Ziyin. He was well-aware of all the contributions she had made to Wang Residence. Despite it being their first meeting, Bai Xian showed Lin Ziyin the full extent of his loyalty.

"Please, Miss," Bai Xian said, slightly turning aside, not daring to accept her nod of respect. "Please don’t let this slave age prematurely."

His use of the term ’slave’ further displayed his attitude towards Lin Ziyin.

"Mr Bai, I don’t want to take advantage of your good nature. As the Prince respects you, I dare not act superior. I’ll still need your help in the future," said Lin Ziyin, with a casual smile lacking any arrogance, "I am from a humble background and may lack knowledge in estate management. I hope that if you find me wanting in the future, you won’t hesitate in pointing it out."

As an elite businesswoman in modern times, Lin Ziyin understood the importance of a top-tier butler. After entering the Wang Residence, she must secure good relations with the Butler as she, being the mistress of the residence, would often need to interact with Bai Xian.

"Madam is too humble. Whatever the lady requires, just command this slave," said Bai Xian, touched by Lin Ziyin’s high regard for him, but appearing even more humble on the surface.