The Useless Heiress Is Actually A Bigshot
Chapter 674: Entering the Palace

Chapter 674: Chapter 674: Entering the Palace

After hearing what Nolan Chenyu had said, Han An felt stirred, and a certain calmness appeared in her expression. "Prince, I—"

Before she could finish, Nolan Chenyu interrupted her, "Han An, for our future, I believe you can surely do it."

Han An didn’t respond but fell into silence.

After a long while, she finally nodded, "Alright then! I will go to the palace to see my master, only—"

At this point, a hint of hesitation appeared on her face, "The relationship between my master and me has become somewhat strained, and I don’t know if she is willing to help me."

"It doesn’t matter." Nolan Chenyu shook his head, his eyes full of deep affection. "Han An, I know this is really hard for you. But, I have no other choice right now."

Looking into the profound expressions in Nolan Chenyu’s eyes, Han An couldn’t help but be enraptured. "Prince, this is what your concubine should do. As long as I can help you, whatever I do is worth it."

Nolan Chenyu gently embraced Han An, and the two exchanged sweet nothings unique to lovers. For a moment, the atmosphere in the study became especially light and flirtatious, surrounded as it seemed by pink bubbles.

Even though she was seeking Zhong Niangyao, Han An didn’t dare overdo it; she submitted a request to enter the palace, stating that she wished to pay respects to Noble Princess Consort Wan.

The next day, Han An entered the palace smoothly. However, she didn’t dare go directly to the National Master Hall, so she first visited the palace of Noble Princess Consort Wan.

Different from before, this time Noble Princess Consort Wan treated Han An much better, caring and warm as if she were a kind and gracious mother-in-law.

However, facing such an attitude from Noble Princess Consort Wan, Han An felt not the slightest joy, but instead, a chill in her heart.

Over the past ten years, Noble Princess Consort Wan had never looked upon her favorably, with almost every encounter filled with sharp words. Moreover, Noble Princess Consort Wan even bestowed two concubines upon Prince Yu.

The backgrounds of these two concubines were more noble than hers, making her position at Prince Yu Mansion exceptionally awkward. Yet, even so, Noble Princess Consort Wan still found ways to put her in a difficult position.

Now, the attitude of Noble Princess Consort Wan toward her seemed like a return to the days before her master’s troubles. It was clear to her that this change was only because she was still seen as useful.

At this time, Noble Princess Consort Wan indeed became more favorable towards Han An. Compared to other princes, her presence greatly increased their chances of succeeding. She couldn’t help but secretly rejoice that her son had married Han An, the ace.

Not sure if it was the odd demeanor of Noble Princess Consort Wan or the anticipation of visiting Zhong Niangyao, but soon enough, she stood up to leave.

Noble Princess Consort Wan was well aware of Han An’s intention for the day, so she did not try to detain her but still reminded Han An to visit her again after leaving the National Master Hall.

Although reluctant, Han An, constrained by Noble Princess Consort Wan’s status, could only nod in agreement.

After leaving Noble Princess Consort Wan’s place, Han An, without any hesitation, made her way directly towards the National Master Hall.

However, she avoided all prying eyes and took a secluded path.

The day before at Prince Yu Mansion, she and Prince Yu had agreed that it was best to keep her visit to her master a secret from others. Otherwise, the rumors would surely arise, potentially causing slander against them.

Having previously lived in the National Master Hall, she naturally knew which path was the most hidden and how to avoid everyone.

Lu Yichen and Zhong Niangyao were enjoying tea in the courtyard, chatting and laughing in perfect ease.

"You seem very busy since yesterday,"

Lu Yichen poured a cup of tea for Zhong Niangyao and started playfully, "But I am somewhat surprised you agreed to this matter. I thought you would find it troublesome."

"It indeed is a troublesome matter." Zhong Niangyao didn’t argue. "From the moment I agreed, I was very clear about that. But this matter is beneficial for Lai Country, so I have no reason to object."

"They once abandoned you, yet you repay them with kindness." Lu Yichen raised an eyebrow. "That doesn’t quite seem like your character!"

"It’s because of my master!" A nostalgic smile spread across Zhong Niangyao’s face. "His last wish was for me to protect Lai Country. I promised him, so I must do it."

"Now, I am ready to leave here and choose the next king for Lai Country. That’s the only thing I can do now."

Lu Yichen nodded and didn’t dwell further on the matter.

Zhong Niangyao looked around, then asked curiously, "Where did Zhong Mingxin go?"

If Zhong Mingxin was around, she would still call him ’Dad’. However, if he wasn’t, she would address him by name.

Now that she had regained all her memories, when referring to Zhong Mingxin and Baili Lele, it was truly hard for her to call them ’mom and dad’.

To avoid arousing suspicion when facing them, she still used ’mom and dad’. But privately, she addressed them by name.

As for Old Sir Zhong and Old Madam Zhong, they were a different matter. She had interacted with them and genuinely considered them as her grandparents. There was no resistance at all to that.

"These past few days, he has mostly stayed in his room," Lu Yichen said. "Just now, he stated he didn’t want to be a third wheel between us, so he did not join us."

Zhong Niangyao nodded. "Let him be then!"

Actually, the fact that Lu Yichen and Zhong Niangyao were engaged made Zhong Mingxin very uncomfortable.

After all, his daughter, whom he barely knew, had gotten engaged to another man without his knowledge. However, once he found out that his parents had agreed, he had no objections to voice. Over the years, he hadn’t been by his daughter’s side, so he really had no right to object.

Moreover, after spending a few days together, he had personally witnessed Lu Yichen’s tender care for Zhong Niangyao and finally understood why his parents had agreed.

Thus, when it came to Lu Yichen and Zhong Niangyao spending time alone, he instinctively avoided them, not wanting to intrude.

Of course, there was another significant reason—facing his grown-up daughter, Zhong Mingxin wasn’t quite sure how to interact with her properly.