A flicker of an unusual light crossed Monk Shizi’s eyes upon hearing the Fifth Princess’s name.
Although he was a member of the royal family, he shared no blood relation with the Fifth Princess.
Monk Shizi had been captivated by the Fifth Princess’s beauty for an unknown amount of time.
However, the Fifth Princess’s status was simply too noble, and he only dared to indulge in fanciful thoughts in his heart.
“Hearing you say that, I’m even more interested in Qin Han Chu,” Monk Shizi said with a light chuckle.
Just then, a young man approached Gong Chang Jun.
“Shizi, Young Master Gong,” the young man greeted them both first.
“What is it?” Gong Chang Jun asked.
“The Fifth Princess went to Qin Han Chu’s home,” the young man said.
“She went to his home already?” Gong Chang Jun asked in surprise.
Monk Shizi smiled and said, “Don’t be so surprised. The Fifth Princess is eager for talent and naturally wouldn’t let an opportunity with a genius like Qin Han Chu pass her by.”
“That’s true,” Gong Chang Jun nodded.
At Qin Han Chu’s home, five dishes and one soup were served.
Looking at the spread, the Fifth Princess praised, “I didn’t expect classmate Qin to not only be amazing in martial arts but also a skilled cook.”
“It’s passable. I hope Your Highness doesn’t find it lacking,” Qin Han Chu replied calmly.
Under Lin Ying’s guidance, everyone began their lunch.
Eating Qin Han Chu’s cooking, the Fifth Princess praised him repeatedly.
Even Xiao Han’s eyes lit up, not expecting Qin Han Chu’s culinary skills to be so impressive.
After a few rounds of drinks, the Fifth Princess said to Qin Han Chu, “Classmate Qin, what do you think of me as a person?”
“You are very beautiful and have a perfect figure,” Qin Han Chu said after taking a sip of juice.
Upon hearing this, the Fifth Princess’s expression became somewhat peculiar.
Many people had complimented her beauty before, but this was the first time the Fifth Princess felt a sense of shy delight.
“I’m not talking about that. I’m asking about my character and how I conduct myself,” the Fifth Princess said.
Qin Han Chu said awkwardly, “We’ve only known each other for two days, how could I possibly know your character? Xue Ling Xian and the others have lived with me for so long, and I still don’t know their depths.”
“Pfft!”
Xue Ling Xian, who was drinking her beverage, sprayed it out directly upon hearing this.
“What do you mean by ‘depths’?” Xue Ling Xian asked, her face flushed.
Not only Xue Ling Xian, but Lin Ying, Tang Si Wei, and the others were also looking at Qin Han Chu.
Uh…
Qin Han Chu said awkwardly, “I mean I don’t understand you all, there’s no specific meaning.”
“Really?” Lin Ying asked.
“I’m clueless about matters between men and women. I have no idea why you’re reacting like this.”
“Can you possibly interpret my words in any other way?”
Qin Han Chu asked.
“Bah, stop pretending to be pure!” Xue Ling Xian huffed.
“Haven’t you always lived on the mountain? How do you know so much?” Qin Han Chu asked, looking at Xue Ling Xian.
Xue Ling Xian’s pretty face turned slightly red, “What isn’t on the internet?”
The Fifth Princess had intended to win over Qin Han Chu, but the conversation was successfully derailed by Qin Han Chu.
Not long after lunch, the afternoon classes were about to begin.
Except for Tang Si Wei, who stayed home to cultivate, Qin Han Chu and the others returned to the classroom.
The afternoon classes were military command and military tactics.
These were Qin Han Chu’s weak points.
By studying historical war cases, Qin Han Chu’s strategic perspective was broadened.
After two classes, the Fifth Princess said, “Can I still come over for dinner tonight?”
“You are a princess. Is it really appropriate for you to keep coming to my home?”
Qin Han Chu felt somewhat restrained around the Fifth Princess, so he didn’t want her to visit.
“What’s the big deal? Can’t this princess have friends?” the Fifth Princess said.
“Alright, but not tomorrow.”
“Starting tomorrow, I need to give Si Wei medicinal baths, so it won’t be convenient to receive guests,”
Qin Han Chu said.
“Okay,” the Fifth Princess agreed.
At six in the evening, Xiao Han called the Old Ancestor of the Xiao family.
The villa’s rooms were made with special soundproof materials, so there was no need to worry about Qin Han Chu in the next room hearing them.
“How is the progress?” the Old Ancestor of the Xiao family asked.
“There are too many beautiful women around Qin Han Chu, and both the Fifth Princess and the Fourth Prince are trying to win him over. I haven’t had a chance to be alone with him yet,” Xiao Han said.
“I can’t enter the Military Martial Academy. If you have time, invite him out, and I’ll talk to him,” the Old Ancestor of the Xiao family said coldly.
Xiao Han said suggestively, “Old Ancestor, I think Qin Han Chu’s matter must be handled with extreme caution. If we are to kill him, we must ensure no one can trace it back to us. After all, the Fifth Princess places great importance on Qin Han Chu.”
“Hmm, I have my own plans,” the Old Ancestor of the Xiao family said.
Two hours later, the Fifth Princess finally left Qin Han Chu’s villa.
Seeing the Fifth Princess off, Qin Han Chu and the others returned to the villa.
Xin Xin said, “The Fifth Princess is really working hard to win Han Chu over.”
“Han Chu, why don’t you just give in?”
“The Fifth Princess has quite strong influence in the imperial court.”
“With the two of you combining forces, you will surely achieve great things in the future.”
“And then, we can all benefit from it,” Xue Ling Xian said with a smile.
“A man this outstanding, wouldn’t it be better to keep him for ourselves? Why give him away to someone else?” Tang Si Wei said with a smile.
“That makes sense,” Lin Ying nodded.
Qin Han Chu said helplessly, “Have I become a commodity?”
“What are your own thoughts?”
“With the Fifth Princess’s demeanor, she will likely confront you soon. How will you refuse then?”
Lin Ying asked.
Qin Han Chu pondered and said, “I don’t want to get involved in royal affairs for now. I’ll play dumb and procrastinate as long as I can.”
“Given your potential, it’s hard to escape the vortex of the royal family,” Tang Si Wei said.
“If I truly don’t want to get involved, even the royal family cannot force me,” Qin Han Chu said.
Upon hearing this, Xue Ling Xian and the others looked at Qin Han Chu in shock.
What kind of foundation did Qin Han Chu possess to speak so confidently?
“I’m going back to my room to review. You all continue chatting.” Ignoring the stunned expressions of the others, Qin Han Chu turned and went back to his room.
The next morning, Qin Han Chu and the others walked towards the classroom.
As soon as they left the special class villa area, they saw Monk Shizi approaching with an attendant.
Looking at the beautiful women beside Qin Han Chu, Monk Shizi’s eyes were filled with excitement and jealousy.
He was a member of the royal family, so why weren’t such beautiful women flocking to him?
“Qin Han Chu!” Monk Shizi called out with a smile.
Qin Han Chu glanced at Monk Shizi, then turned to Lin Ying, “Do you know him?”
Lin Ying carefully looked at Monk Shizi, then said, “His clothes have the insignia of Prince Monk, so he should be Prince Monk’s son.”
There were many princes in the Great Yan Kingdom, but few actually held significant power.
Furthermore, Qin Han Chu had lived on the mountain before and was not clear about the situation in the capital.
“Is something wrong?” Qin Han Chu asked.
“Nothing much, I just came to befriend you,” Monk Shizi said with a smile.
“No need for friendship. We’re in a hurry to get to class. We’ll meet again,”
Qin Han Chu was too lazy to associate with these people, so he directly refused.
Hearing Qin Han Chu’s direct refusal, Monk Shizi’s expression became unpleasant. He said, “You probably don’t know who I am yet?”