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Chapter 4012: 4.1612 What Audacity!

"It seems my dear wife has too much energy..."

That scoundrel Lotus's words still echoed in her ears.

And now, she was in this state.

The little one moved her uncomfortable body bit by bit, grimacing as she slowly got out of bed.

How could this person be so awful? She just snuck out for a stroll, and he actually tormented her all night.

She remembered waking up from the torment in the middle of the night, half-asleep and disoriented. She didn't know what kind of medicine that scoundrel had blown on her, but now her whole body felt off, her little hands and feet were sore and weak, which was incredibly irritating.

She vowed never to beg for mercy or show weakness! The little Crown Princess got off the bed, immediately let out a small "ouch," and clutched her waist, frowning pitifully.

"Crown Princess, you're awake!" Cai Qi and Cai Xiu walked in, smiling cheerfully, carrying toiletries, clothes, shoes, and socks. They pursed their lips, trying to suppress their amusement as they looked at her.

Qiao Mu, expressionless, sat upright on the edge of the bed and extended her small paws. "Dress me!"

Cai Xiu was delighted beyond measure. Normally, the Crown Princess never needed their help. Now, with her suddenly looking so lazy and adorable, it was truly amusing.

After helping the little Crown Princess dress and complete her morning ablutions, Cai Xiu said with a suppressed smile, "Crown Princess, His Highness just had many books moved here from the Imperial Academy for you."

"You'll have plenty to read for a while! His Highness said you should read after breakfast, and he'll be back by noon."

Lord Qiaoqiao spat at him three times inwardly!

Watching the servants carry in boxes of books, her small face remained impassive, but internally, she was on the verge of a minor meltdown.

Qiaoqiao's Lotus was utterly despicable!

He actually found so many books for her, urging her to read at home and not go wandering around.

Hmph!

The little girl expressionlessly held a small spoon, brought a mouthful of bird's nest porridge to her lips, and glanced at Cai Xiu, who stood by her side.

"I want to go home for a bit," the little girl said expressionlessly.

Cai Xiu subtly pursed her lips and nodded. "His Highness said he would return at noon to accompany the Crown Princess back together."

Hmph! The little Crown Princess was somewhat peeved. After breakfast, she checked the time, and it was almost noon!

So she asked, "Didn't he say he'd be back at noon? Where is he?"

Cai Qi stifled a giggle. "Crown Princess, perhaps His Highness was delayed by a small matter. Is the Crown Princess perhaps hungry again after just having breakfast?"

The little Crown Princess rolled her eyes.

As they spoke, Cai Qi hurriedly ran in from outside, bowed, and reported, "Reporting to Crown Princess, Empress Dowager Chen sent someone to convey a message. She has arranged lunch at the South Brocade Garden in the Imperial Garden and requests the Crown Princess's presence."

Cai Xiu's expression sobered, and she frowned slightly.

The little Crown Princess, however, had already adopted a very displeased look on her small face.

This old woman was up to something mischievous again.

Ever since the incident with the old lady of the Qiao family, Qiao Mu had lost all patience and pretense with such old ghosts who flaunted their age.

"Go tell the messenger that this Crown Princess is unwell and won't be attending..."

"Hey, Madam, you can't just barge in, barge in, hey?"

"May I ask where the Crown Princess feels unwell? This old servant can request Empress Dowager to send a physician from the Imperial Academy to examine the Crown Princess."

A rude and overbearing voice cut in. Pushing aside the several palace maids and eunuchs who tried to stop her, she led a group of burly old women directly into the room.