This Princess Is Quite Satisfied with You

That was right. What Xiao Shuang had said to the little maid had pleased Yaoye greatly, especially that line: "To show my sincerity, I must naturally sever my ties with the opposite sex as much as possible."

He had put it perfectly. She, Yaoye, was the Grand Princess of a nation. What kind of husband would it be if he were fickle and unfaithful?

Of course, if Xiao Shuang reached Great-Grandfather's level of strength, she could be a little more accommodating. After all, controlling someone too tightly would only breed resentment.

No, no, she was overthinking this! Xiao Shuang was not strong enough yet, so her demand was not unreasonable!

After thinking for a long while, Yaoye had originally intended to praise Xiao Shuang. Yet when she opened her mouth, it became, "I'm pleased that you remembered what I said."

Xiao Shuang sat on a stool beside her and was not surprised by Yaoye's words. As the Grand Princess of the Jia Ma Empire, she had every right to be proud.

"Thank you for your favor, Princess. After all, an engagement is no trifling matter. Your status is noble, and I..."

Hearing this, Yaoye felt somewhat uncomfortable and immediately interrupted him. "It would not be good if we treated each other with such excessive courtesy. Besides, you are going to become my husband. Sooner or later, we will..."

Xiao Shuang could no longer hear the rest clearly. He could only watch as Yaoye's face grew redder and redder. He had to admit that seeing the cold and beautiful Princess Yaoye reveal such a girlish side was quite the contrast...

"Tomorrow, my Great-Grandfather will bring people to the Xiao Family to finalize the engagement."

After taking several deep breaths, Yaoye finally calmed herself down. Though her cheeks were still flushed, her voice had returned to its usual coolness.

"Also, This Princess has been quite satisfied with your recent behavior. Keep it up. Of course, This Princess does not object to having a maid by your side to look after you."

Yaoye's words astonished Xiao Shuang. He looked at her strangely, then, after hesitating for some time, could not help asking, "Was that the main reason you came here?"

"How could it be! I am merely afraid that you cannot take care of yourself properly. Besides, is there anything unreasonable about having a maid handle your daily needs? Do you expect This Princess to take care of you?" Yaoye's delicate brows rose, and her current appearance was so adorable that Xiao Shuang could not help laughing aloud.

"Pfft, hahahaha!"

"D-Don't laugh! I'm merely stating the facts. And if you make your maid do anything strange for you, I will not let you off!" Yaoye waved her little fist. From what she had observed, the little maid by Xiao Shuang's side was obedient and well-behaved. If Xiao Shuang harbored any improper thoughts, he would only need a few words to get his way.

Xiao Shuang was already laughing so hard that he clutched his stomach. His voice shook as he said, "I... I understand. I won't laugh anymore."

This was the first time he had laughed like this. Princess Yaoye was simply too interesting. Perhaps because she was still young, she possessed a little of the imposing aura of the future Empress—but only a little.

That strange contrast was just too amusing!

Perhaps Xiao Shuang had laughed too loudly, because Ping'er could not help knocking on the door and asking with concern, "Young Master, did something happen?"

Xiao Shuang glanced at Yaoye, who was sitting on the bed. Only after she nodded did he say to the little maid outside, "Come in. Your Young Master is fine. I'm just a little happy."

Having received permission, Ping'er gently pushed open the door, then froze in surprise.

From her perspective, a woman was sitting on Young Master's bed, with Young Master's blanket draped over the woman's legs. Meanwhile, her Young Master stood properly to one side. More importantly, she had no idea where this woman had come from!

The window was wide open. Even though her heart was full of questions, Ping'er obediently did not ask any. She merely stood on tiptoe to close the window, then told Xiao Shuang that she would prepare some tea before leaving the room.

Yaoye nodded approvingly. She liked smart people, and this little maid was quite sensible. After all, knowing too much was not a good thing, especially for a maid like her.

Not long afterward, Ping'er briskly entered with tea. Seeing Yaoye seated on the bed while her Young Master sat on a stool on the floor, she naturally knew who should receive the first cup.

After accepting the teacup, Yaoye did not immediately take a sip. Instead, she smiled at the little maid.

"Aren't you curious who I am? For example, how I appeared in your Young Master's room and even sat on his bed? You really aren't curious?"

Ping'er stood there respectfully and shook her head. "You are Young Master's guest. This servant has no right to ask."

"You are Xiao Shuang's maid? Then simply regard me as your mistress. I like obedient and sensible little maids like you." Yaoye straightened up from the bed, shedding her previous lazy air. She extended her jade-like hand and stroked Ping'er's cheek.

As expected of Young Master's honored guest. Her hand is even softer than my face. After silently marveling, Ping'er took several steps back and glanced at her Young Master. Only after Xiao Shuang nodded did she bow to Yaoye.

No matter what, she was first and foremost Xiao Shuang's maid. Although this woman was noble, she still had to put Young Master first in all things. If Young Master allowed it, what was wrong with having one more mistress?

"Fine, I'm quite satisfied with this girl. Let her remain by your side." Yaoye leaned back against the bed once more, returning to her lazy appearance. She looked exceedingly alluring.

Xiao Shuang smiled and glanced at Ping'er, who was still standing there foolishly. He urged, "Why don't you thank Princess Yaoye? Before Her Majesty the future Empress, I can hardly call myself a Young Master."

"What future Empress? Stop teasing me." Yaoye pouted in slight dissatisfaction. Then her tone shifted, and her cool voice carried a trace of authority. "But as long as I am here, you may be whatever kind of Young Master you wish!"

Ping'er excitedly bowed to Yaoye. Judging from the way Young Master addressed this woman, she was clearly the Princess of a nation. Her status was incomparably noble. No wonder Young Master had wanted to send her back to Third Elder's side. It seemed his betrothed was indeed worthy of such consideration.

"You may leave now. Take the teacups with you as well. I still have things to discuss with your Young Master." Yaoye waved her hand. Her aura as one in a superior position truly seemed inborn.

Ping'er secretly glanced at her Young Master. Seeing that Xiao Shuang showed no dissatisfaction, she picked up the teacups and withdrew, gently closing the door behind her.

She had learned one thing: she would not have to leave Young Master's side. And all of it was because of that Princess. With the other woman's status, even Young Master had to yield to her somewhat. Ping'er's feelings were both joyful and worried—joyful that she could continue accompanying Young Master, yet worried about Young Master's standing in the household after marriage.