The Ming Dynasty's henchmen, working from nine to five

Chapter 35, Room 1: Enchanting Scene

Shen Lang pulled himself out of his thoughts, looked down at Princess Changning nestled in his arms, and said softly:

"Your Highness, the Princess needs to rest. Let her lie down first."

"Get a good night's sleep, and you should be fine when you wake up."

Upon hearing this, Princess Jing'an quickly stood up and moved aside to make room for her, and a maidservant also ran over to help with her head down.

With the combined efforts of the three, it took a great deal of work to finally move Princess Changning to the bed.

Princess Jing'an breathed a sigh of relief, fanning herself with her delicate hands, and said:

"I'm exhausted! How come this girl won't let go... Where does she get so much strength?"

The maid wiped the sweat from her forehead: "The princess often goes out for leisure, and with all that walking, she must be stronger."

Shen Lang said, "When I was investigating just now, I found that the princess has broad and flexible tendons and abundant blood and qi, making her a good candidate for martial arts."

"Exercise is good for health. You can learn some kung fu later. Even if you don't need it, it's still great to strengthen your muscles and bones."

Princess Jing'an was relieved to learn that Princess Changning was out of danger, and her mindset began to recover.

Hearing Shen Lang say this, she rolled her eyes and snorted:

"Given her lazy nature, even with great potential, it's useless. She'll only work sporadically; what can she possibly achieve?"

Shen Lang smiled, walked closer, and looked down at Princess Changning.

Seeing her hands resting peacefully on her abdomen, the smile on his lips softened even more.

Shen Lang cupped his hands in greeting: "The princess is out of danger, so I will take my leave now."

Princess Jing'an's eyes widened in surprise, and she quickly grabbed him, saying, "Where are you going? What if Changning has another attack later?"

"Your Highness, rest assured," Shen Lang said gently, "the hidden danger within the princess's body has been eliminated, and she will soon return to normal."

"The situation is urgent; we must find the person who acted in secret as soon as possible."

"I will go to the flower hall to ask questions first, and I will inform you immediately as soon as I have any news."

Upon hearing this, Princess Jing'an felt somewhat relieved and nodded, saying, "Then you may go. I will stay here and guard Changning."

Shen Lang bowed and was about to turn and leave when Chang Ning's eyelashes trembled and she suddenly opened her eyes!

Without a second thought, she deftly extended her arms and wrapped them around Shen Lang's neck, then crossed her legs and wrapped them around his waist.

After assuming the octopus pose, she leaned her small face against Shen Lang's chest, nuzzled him a few times, and then slowly closed her eyes.

The maid couldn't hold back any longer and quickly lowered her head, hiding to the side.

"Weren't you asleep? Why are you here again?!"

Princess Jing'an's lips parted slightly, and she remained silent for a moment. Then, she put one hand to her forehead and muttered angrily under her breath:

"That good-for-nothing!"

Shen Lang felt ashamed and quickly bent down to put Princess Changning back on the bed.

However, this time, they were stopped.

Princess Jing'an sighed and said, "Since she doesn't want to get down, you can hold her for now and wait until she falls asleep."

Shen Lang glanced at the princess who was nestled in his arms like a kitten, then at the princess with a complicated expression, and was at a loss for words.

Princess Jing'an rubbed her temples and said softly, "Changning was frightened when she was young and has always been most afraid of evil spirits and ghosts."

"She was already uneasy last night, and then she was ambushed by thieves. She must have been terrified, which is why she acted this way."

"Let her get some rest."

With that, the princess turned to the maid and said solemnly, "What happened today is known only to you, me, and Shen Lang. Let it end here and not be spread outside."

The maidservant quickly curtsied and said respectfully, "Your Highness, please rest assured, this servant will keep your mouth shut!"

Just as the two were talking, Princess Changning made another move.

She rubbed her face against Shen Lang's neck again, and then, as if that wasn't enough, she stuck out her little tongue and gently licked it.

Shen Lang froze, his hair standing on end. He quickly glanced at Princess Jing'an out of the corner of his eye, and seeing that she hadn't noticed, he quietly breathed a sigh of relief.

However, when he turned his gaze again, he saw the little maid next to him staring blankly at him, and his scalp immediately began to tingle.

"He wasn't this lively when he was awake, so how come he's so unrestrained and willful after losing consciousness?"

Shen Lang thought to himself, and then quietly transferred another wisp of true essence to the other.

The princess is going too far; we need to quiet her down quickly.

How could you do this in front of the princess...?

Just then, an urgent voice came from outside.

"How is the princess?"

"The doctor from Huichuntang is here!"

Chunying, the personal maid of Princess Changning, lifted the curtain and rushed in.

However, she only took half a step before freezing in place.

Then her eyes widened, and she looked at Shen Lang and Princess Changning, who was in his arms, with a shocked expression.

At this moment, only one thought remained in Chunying's mind—

I knew it! There was definitely something wrong with those two!

Look, they're not even trying to hide it from people anymore?!

Princess Jing'an glared at her and said in a low voice, "Don't make a sound, close the door!"

"Gui Xiang, go outside and keep watch. No one is allowed to approach!"

"Yes, Your Highness!" The little maid bowed gracefully and fled as if granted a pardon.

Is Her Highness the Princess Consort also here?

This, this... how dare Lord Shen?!

As soon as Chunying saw Princess Jing'an, her round eyes widened again.

She pinched herself hard, as if she couldn't believe it was real.

It wasn't until Princess Jing'an pulled her in front of her that she snapped out of her daze and came back to her senses.

"Greetings, Your Highness!"

"Greetings... Lord Shen!"

There's a reason for this, don't overthink it.

Princess Jing'an quickly told her about Princess Changning's situation.

Chunying was no ordinary maid; she grew up with the princess and they had a very close relationship.

Princess Jing'an knew that this young girl had an unusual temperament; she was as stubborn as a donkey and extremely protective of her master.

If things aren't made clear, and she causes a commotion that leads to the truth being exposed...

Then Princess Changning will never be able to get married!

"The princess wasn't poisoned, but she was assassinated by thieves?!"

After listening to Princess Jing'an's story, Chunying first breathed a sigh of relief, then her heart jumped again.

Princess Jing'an scolded, "Keep your voice down, don't make such a fuss!"

Chunying quickly covered her mouth and nodded hastily, "Your Highness, rest assured, I will absolutely not spread this matter!"

"By the way, the doctor from Huichuntang is waiting outside. Should we let him in?"

Princess Jing'an waved her hand: "Give him some silver to send him away. He can't treat Changning's illness. Shen Lang is enough here."

Upon hearing this, Chunying looked at Shen Lang gratefully, bowed formally, and said respectfully:

"Thank you so much, Lord Shen, for saving the princess's life!"

Just as Shen Lang was about to speak, Princess Changning's arms around his neck suddenly went limp, as if she had run out of strength, and her body began to slide down.

He instinctively reached out to support it.

Then, his entire palm instantly sank into a pair of plump peaches.

The amazing elasticity and smooth texture made his heart flutter again.