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Chapter 4040: Stop Pretending

However, just as the two brushed past her, Miss Bao suddenly called out to An Wushuang.

Qiao Mu and Wushuang both turned to look at her.

Princess Wushuang said faintly, "Is there something else, Miss Bao?"

Miss Bao, aged about eighteen or nineteen, had a very sweet and lovely appearance, and her smile was gentle and delicate, making her seem very soft and quiet.

Miss Bao was also wearing a red dress, but she wore it in a different style than Princess Wushuang.

Wushuang's eyes held a bit more courage and determination than ordinary women, appearing heroic and spirited, like a blazing beauty. One could tell she carried a hint of a military general's demeanor.

Miss Bao's red dress, however, was worn with a delicate grace, and her gentle little face was set off by the red attire, making her look vibrant and charming.

Qiao Mu frowned. She hadn't paid close attention earlier, but upon closer inspection, she felt a bit bewildered. This Miss Bao actually... wore the same outfit as Princess Wushuang. This was truly awkward.

"May I ask if the Princess has a moment? Could we speak a few words in the private room?"

Princess Wushuang ruthlessly refused. "No time."

Miss Bao's face stiffened slightly, but she seemed accustomed to Princess Wushuang's tone. She smiled sweetly and said, "It won't delay the Princess for too long, just a few words."

Princess Wushuang looked impatient.

Miss Bao quickly added, "It's... it's about my husband."

Princess Wushuang's expression changed slightly.

Standing beside them, Qiao Mu, utterly confused, looked Miss Bao up and down. "I see you're dressed as an unmarried woman. How do you have a husband?"

Miss Bao's face flushed slightly. She nervously crumpled the handkerchief in her hand and whispered, "This young lady makes fun of me."

Princess Wushuang frowned, seemingly unable to bear Miss Bao's odd way of addressing her. She said coolly, "This is the Crown Princess. Why aren't you bowing?"

Miss Bao's heart jolted, but she showed no reaction on her face. She immediately stepped forward, bowed, and said, "Your humble servant Bao Cuiping greets the Crown Princess."

The little Crown Princess was already a bit impatient. "Rise. Don't block the way."

Bao Cuiping's expression was slightly rigid. The spot where she was standing was precisely the entrance of the restaurant.

With three maids, she was blocking the entrance and exit of the restaurant. Qiao Mu and her party couldn't leave, and two or three other ladies and young women, who were watching the commotion, also couldn't enter.

The three maids behind Bao Cuiping quickly stepped back two paces.

Bao Cuiping also moved to the side with an embarrassed expression, saying softly and gently, "Princess, Cuiping only wishes to speak a few words with you about my husband. It truly won't delay you for too long."

"I know everything you want to say," An Wushuang said impatiently, waving her hand to cut her off. "Don't worry, I, An Wushuang, have my own pride, hmph."

"Cuiping didn't mean it that way, please calm your anger, Princess," Bao Cuiping quickly lowered her head, tears welling up in her eyes.

Her pitiful appearance, like someone being bullied, instantly drew the attention of many people in the hall.

An Wushuang was exasperated.

This Miss Bao was probably sick. She had the nerve to stand here, letting everyone in the hall watch and gossip. An Wushuang felt embarrassed for her.

The little Crown Princess looked at the girl speechlessly, shook her head, and sighed, "Stop pretending. I'm about to throw up the meal I just ate."