As if greatly startled.
The way she rushed towards Zhan Tianye seeking security made everyone pause.
This Qin Linglong...
No wonder, Qin Linglong was the side concubine chosen by His Royal Highness Prince Jin himself.
However, she stopped, not daring to run further. Her hesitation to approach, held back by reputation, was truly pitiable.
But the address "His Royal Highness Prince Jin" only earned her a glance.
When Qin Linglong noticed the evident coldness in the Prince Jin's gaze, her red lips couldn't help but purse slightly, her face turning even paler. She was truly afraid of snakes!
She was terrified of the poisonous snakes everyone feared now.
Yun Shu raised an eyebrow slightly at the scene unfolding before her.
Princess Ningde, by her side, had an displeased expression, clearly angered by Qin Linglong's actions.
Now, everyone had likely forgotten that she was the legitimate consort Prince Jin was soon to marry.
After this brief interlude, coupled with the arrival of Prince Jin, whose aura commanded such attention that it seemed to suppress everyone's fear,
It was because Prince Jin was not afraid.
The guards, snapping out of their stupor, saluted Zhan Tianye, "Your Royal Highness Prince Jin."
"It's a Snow Spirit Snake," Princess Ningde walked towards Zhan Tianye, her voice devoid of panic, only calm.
As the distance between the two gradually closed, many people began to understand, and even inwardly compare.
Compared to Princess Ningde, Qin Linglong appeared utterly insignificant.
Especially after Qin Linglong's disheveled appearance from being frightened, observing Princess Ningde's composure clearly showed the difference; Princess Ningde was clearly a more suitable match for Prince Jin.
Qin Linglong, sensing the comparing glances from all around, was overcome with shame and anger.
In terms of looks, she admitted she couldn't compare to Princess Ningde. However, His Royal Highness Prince Jin wasn't someone who judged by appearance!
She believed Prince Jin liked a person's heart. A woman so powerful she didn't need a man's protection, was she still a woman?
Upon hearing Princess Ningde's explanation, Zhan Tianye glanced at Yun Shu without a word.
Then, he uttered a single word to Princess Ningde, "Mm."
He didn't need anyone to tell him it was a Snow Spirit Snake.
Although it was just a simple "mm," it brought Princess Ningde some comfort. Compared to the cold glance he had given Qin Linglong earlier, this "mm" meant she wasn't left in complete awkwardness.
Judging by this, their previous assumption that Prince Jin favored Qin Linglong seemed incorrect?
Princess Ningde speculated inwardly.
However, she remained vigilant, observing the surroundings. If she were to be accidentally bitten by the Snow Spirit Snake, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Even with Ning Ruan present, there were no absolute guarantees.
Suddenly, His Royal Highness Prince Jin moved towards a tall cluster of flowers nearby.
Standing there, he showed no fear or avoidance. His gaze, which made others' hearts tremble, focused on the flowers, as if the Snow Spirit Snake was right there.
At such close proximity, if the Snow Spirit Snake wished to bite, one strike would be fatal!
"Your Royal Highness Prince Jin, absolutely not!"
"The Snow Spirit Snake is extremely venomous!"
Many people cried out in alarm, warning Zhan Tianye.
Zhan Tianye didn't even spare them a glance.
Watching Prince Jin's actions, Yun Shu thought to herself that if it were truly Xiao Jing's little snake, she would have to intervene soon, otherwise, with Zhan Tianye's ruthless movements, the little snake's life would be in danger.
Just as Yun Shu was making her decision.
Suddenly, a small snake flew out from the flower bushes.
It headed towards Zhan Tianye's hand.
"Ah!"
"I saw it! The Snow Spirit Snake!"
"Be careful, Your Royal Highness Prince Jin!"
Exclamations erupted one after another.
Qin Linglong wished she could fly over, desperate to prevent the Snow Spirit Snake from biting His Royal Highness Prince Jin!
Amidst the cries of alarm.
Princess Ningde took a step forward.
But just as she was about to help fend off the Snow Spirit Snake, she witnessed something she couldn't believe.
The Snow Spirit Snake wasn't attacking His Royal Highness Prince Jin!
Instead, it climbed onto His Royal Highness Prince Jin's arm!
Very docilely, it rested its small head on the back of Prince Jin's hand, completely devoid of the fierce and terrifying appearance of the notorious venomous snake.
"Good boy."
Zhan Tianye's cold, thin lips uttered a single word.
Everyone's expressions instantly changed.
This, this, this!
That was a Snow Spirit Snake, and it had climbed onto His Royal Highness Prince Jin's arm!
And it looked so affectionate!
Unbelievable!
In an instant, the surroundings fell into a stunned silence.
The sky had completely darkened. Even with lamps lit and moonlight, the atmosphere now felt chilling.
The single word "good boy" sent shivers down their spines.
His Royal Highness Prince Jin kept a Snow Spirit Snake as a pet!
Qin Linglong involuntarily took two steps back.
Even Princess Ningde, who usually maintained her composure, changed her expression at this moment.
Only Yun Shu remained calm. Had the little snake been with Zhan Tianye these past two days? Was it Xiao Jing's doing?
She recognized it as the little snake. The little snake had been with Xiao Jing for a long time and seemed to have developed some human-like sentience.
"Your Royal Highness Prince Jin, is this Snow Spirit Snake yours?"
Someone dared to ask.
It was a woman.
How she wished the Snow Spirit Snake was merely afraid of His Royal Highness Prince Jin, and not his pet. Otherwise, they would not dare to approach His Royal Highness Prince Jin! xxs壹贰
Ahhh! Why didn't His Royal Highness Prince Jin kill the Snow Spirit Snake!
Why was he playing with the Snow Spirit Snake!
Everyone looked at Zhan Tianye, awaiting his response.
They had never seen anyone keep a snake as a pet!
It was too terrifying!
Zhan Tianye replied with a "Mm."
A cold, indifferent "Mm."
He didn't even cast a glance at the woman; his eyes remained fixed on the Snow Spirit Snake, as if it were the one he cared about and favored most.
Indeed, everyone's feelings were correct. As Zhan Tianye looked at the playful Snow Spirit Snake, he indeed thought of a child playfully blinking at him. His child.
Although he couldn't recall what they looked like, most children were playful.
He wanted to ask the woman he felt closest to if they had a child.
And if the child was very playful, otherwise why would they keep a Snow Spirit Snake as a pet?
In an instant, Zhan Tianye's heart was filled with warmth.
The warmer he became, the more chilling it felt to others.
Princess Ningde unconsciously pursed her red lips.
Zhen Lin furrowed his brows tightly.
"This Snow Spirit Snake... is highly venomous. If... if it accidentally bites Your Royal Highness Prince Jin, what then?" someone asked, still trying to remind Zhan Tianye.
It's venomous, quickly let go! Don't hold it anymore!
No, if not let go, kill it!
Zhan Tianye glanced at the woman. He said nothing, and continued to gently stroke the little snake's head.
The little snake seemed resigned.
It was afraid of this person.
Why did its little master make it stay with this person! Ahhh!