The Princess of Northern Land
Chapter 627: I Rule My Own Territory (1)_1

Chapter 627: Chapter 627: I Rule My Own Territory (1)_1

"The Prince is about to become a groom, how does he have the energy to wander around?" The Prince of Chu asked with a cheerful grin. His lazy demeanor made one feel an irresistible urge to beat him up, yet such lighthearted attitude also made it easy for others to approach him.

Situ Gong did not dare to underestimate this prince. The Prince of Chu and Si Jinhan shared similar personalities, both had a deceivingly cheerful facade. Despite their cheerful demeanor in your presence, if you let your guard down, they could devour you in an instant.

"The Prince always displays a remarkable diligence towards his governmental duties."

The Prince of Rui, who was unlike the Prince of Chu, was a gentle and cultured man, reminding others of warm jade, which everyone instinctively wanted to be close to.

Of course, Situ Gong could not let his guard down around him either. This prince, at his core, was even more ruthless than the Prince of Chu.

If you happen to become friends with the Prince of Rui, you can be assured that nothing would be left of you in the end.

"My prince is not aware of your visit. Please accept our apologies." Situ Gong noncommittally replied, choosing not to respond to their previous conversation, "The weather outside is cold, Prince Chu, Prince Rui; please, come inside."

No matter what, the first priority is to get these two men inside the residence. Situ Gong wore a friendly smile on his face, appearing exceedingly approachable and affable.

Just as Situ Gong approached the Princes of Chu and Rui with caution, they were also wary of him. Situ Gong, the best strategist by the Prince’s side, the top military advisor in the Northern Land. Even though he held no official position in the north, no soldiers in the military failed to pay their respects to him.

Considering how Situ Gong had been advising the Prince over the years, neither the Prince of Chu nor the Prince of Rui would dare underestimate him.

"Mr. Situ, please." The Prince of Rui lowered his status, politely offering Situ Gong a smile.

Situ Gong slightly smiled, moved to one side to make way, but also not blocking the two lords following him, doing his duty conscientiously as their guide.

Perhaps the Prince’s residence is honestly preparing for some festivities, as there are large red lanterns hanging everywhere. Amidst the icy, snowy landscape, it is indeed quite distinctive.

"These large red lanterns give off such a festive atmosphere once they are hung up." The Prince of Chu pointed at a large lantern hanging in the corridor as he laughed, "However, the Prince’s courtyard seems too simplistic, lacking any flowers or trees. It feels too empty."

The Prince of Chu is absolutely right. However, our Prince is entirely focused on handling official duties and pays little attention to such details. Moreover, given the harsh climate of the North, any precious flowers would not survive long. The Prince is too frugal to spend silver on this." Situ Gong cheerfully explained.

"Both of your Highnesses know how tough it is for our Prince to govern the Northern Land. His life is certainly not as carefree as yours."

This statement sounded pleasing but carried a sensitive undertone.

Neither the Prince of Chu nor the Prince of Rui sought to continue this topic, and they laughed it off.

"The yard even has a lake?" Following Situ Gong around a long corridor, the view suddenly opened up. Unlike the lavish residences in the Capital City, the scenery here was unique in its own way. The low shrubbery, neatly trimmed, the tall, proud pines standing resiliently in the snow, and the large ice-capped lake created a stark representation of the abrasive and heroic spirit of the North Country.

In the midst of this snowy landscape, a peculiar small cabin emerged in the center of the lake. From the shore, a number of corridors lead to it, emphasizing the beauty of the river. The contradiction of rugged and delicate formed a unique and bright landscape.

"Is the door and windows of that small building made of ice?" The Prince of Chu asked in surprise, pointing at the cabin.

"No, it’s glazed tile." Situ Gong answered.

Both the Princes of Chu and Rui were left speechless after hearing this.

Just moments ago, Situ Gong had been lamenting about the financial conditions of the Prince’s residence, and now here arose a small building embellished entirely by glazed tile. Do they know how many silvers a piece of glazed tile was worth? As the top aristocrats, both the Princes of Chu and Rui were fully aware of its value. To put it harshly, even they would be reluctant to use glazed tiles for the entire cabin.