Chapter 65: Cruel Prince 14

People from all branches of the Tang family came out to view the betrothal gifts.

When they saw the dazzling collection of priceless treasures, countless eyes turned red with envy.

Especially Tang Qingzhu.

She had never imagined that Feng Qitong—who was famously known for disliking women—would not only willingly marry Tang Wan after the incident, but even present such an extravagant bride price.

Seeing Tang Qingzhu’s ugly expression, Tang Wan deliberately stepped forward and laughed softly.

“Fourth Sister, His Royal Highness is truly too affectionate. I’m honestly overwhelmed.”

Hearing this, Tang Qingzhu forced a stiff smile.

“Second Sister jests. This is simply your good fortune.”

“Exactly!” Tang Wan nodded seriously. “His Royal Highness is handsome, tall, powerful, and also the Crown Prince. A perfect man like him is practically every woman’s dream husband. Yet somehow, he ended up choosing me! Don’t you think my luck is incredible?”

Tang Wan intentionally showed off as she spoke.

After hearing this, Tang Qingzhu clenched her fists tightly.

Inwardly, she repeatedly comforted herself:

In another year, Feng Qitong would completely lose his mind after the massacre at the battlefield.

Once she repeated this enough times in her heart, she finally managed to suppress the jealousy caused by the one hundred and twenty-eight betrothal gifts.

Then she smiled at Tang Wan again and said, “Second Sister is the capital’s number one talented woman. You and His Royal Highness are naturally a perfect match.”

“I think so too! Fourth Sister really knows how to speak pleasantly,” Tang Wan replied with a light chuckle.

Tang Qingzhu nearly twisted her handkerchief apart in anger.

This shameless woman was obviously flaunting the fact that she was about to become Crown Princess!

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As soon as Feng Qitong finished delivering the betrothal gifts, rewards from the emperor arrived immediately afterward.

Since the emperor now knew Tang Wan was the key to suppressing Feng Qitong’s violent episodes, he naturally attached unprecedented importance to this marriage.

Every item bestowed upon Tang Wan by the emperor was likewise an extraordinary treasure.

The imperial family’s attitude caused Elder Tang—who had originally never wanted his granddaughter to marry into the royal family—to gradually relax.

Instead, he repeatedly reminded Tang Wan to remain proper and dutiful after entering the royal household.

Tang Wan felt rather speechless about it, but she could only obediently nod in agreement.

At that time, the etiquette instructors sent by the imperial family also arrived at the Tang residence to teach Tang Wan palace rules.

The royal etiquette procedures were tedious and extremely complicated.

Fortunately, in her previous modern life, Tang Wan had already received extensive etiquette training from many countries since childhood. As a result, she adapted extremely quickly.

Even the strict teaching maids praised her repeatedly, saying the title of “capital’s number one talented woman” was indeed well deserved.

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During the day, Tang Wan continued enduring endless etiquette training, leaving her completely exhausted by nighttime.

Therefore, when Feng Qitong secretly sneaked over again that night looking for affection, the half-asleep Tang Wan instinctively slapped him away.

“Tongtong, stop making trouble...”

Feng Qitong, who had originally been about to accuse her of bold disrespect, instantly swallowed the words back.

Then he picked up her hand and gently kissed her fingers.

“What did you just call me?” he asked softly.

Tongtong?

She actually dared give him a nickname?

Her courage truly kept growing.

But unfortunately for her—

he happened to like it very much.

For a moment, Feng Qitong couldn’t help smiling in satisfaction.

“Ding! Feng Qitong’s favorability has increased by 2. Current favorability: 67.”

Unfortunately, Tang Wan had already fallen fully asleep by then, even letting out soft, steady breathing.

Seeing this, Feng Qitong sighed helplessly before pulling her into his arms and closing his eyes as well.

Sure enough, the violent impulses that had accumulated over the past few days were instantly suppressed once again.

The next moment, Feng Qitong fell asleep peacefully with a satisfied expression.

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In the blink of an eye, the fifteenth day arrived.