11 Chapter 10 - Gaining Attention 2 (1/2)

My father never questioned me about riding his horse and competing with his highness the fourth prince. My elder brother Lushan did not mention a single thing about it to my mother either thus living in the manor was peaceful. I am grateful to have a busy family. So I can live my life the way I wanted it.

From the rumors, princess Roushi never liked having friends other than her brothers. Some said she's a devil incarnate but I doubt that. And most of the young misses send a word that it will be dangerous to go out with the princess, but I fear no evil. I myself have killed thousands of enemies in my previous life and killing more people now won't change anything.

The princess is a lonely figure who relied on her own strength. Sooner or later the emperor will surely arrange a marriage for her, that's why she's making a move to save herself by coming into our household. If my guess is right, she's likely wanting to get close to my eldest brother and let our household arrange the marriage itself. So for cautionary exemption I need to befriend her and let her trust me. One should ker her friends close and her enemies closer. Only till I prove she's harmless will I be at ease.

”young miss the princess is at the garden, she wishes to see you”

”En. Let's not keep the imperial daughter waiting”

I walk towards the garden of my mother and saw the princess drinking some tea.

”Ze'er, I came to visit--oh it seems like you're going out?”

”En. Would you want to come with me?”

She nodded and stood.

Then, we went on our way.

”Where are we going?” excitement flooded her eyes like a foolish child, she sure look innocent but I know better than to trust someone's appearance.

”I'd like to purchase a few shops”