「The rear courtyard of the Xiao Mansion.」
In the small courtyard, Zhou Ruoxi was reading a book.
The maid, Cuicui, sat beside Zhou Ruoxi, brewing tea for her mistress and nibbling on some pastries.
Just as Cuicui looked up, she saw the Young Master and the Princess approaching.
"Mistress, the Young Master and the Princess are here..." Cuicui called out joyfully.
At the sound of Cuicui's voice, Zhou Ruoxi looked up toward the courtyard entrance.
"Mo'er, you're back." Seeing her son had returned, Zhou Ruoxi stood with a smile and curtsied to Qin Siyao. "This servant greets the Princess."
"Aunt Zhou, there's no one else here. You really don't need to be so formal with me." Qin Siyao quickly helped Zhou Ruoxi up, her cheeks tinged with a faint blush.
Zhou Ruoxi looked at the Princess beside her, noting her shy demeanor and how she seemed a little nervous.
