Zhen Mi

For Zhou Cang and Pei Yuanshao,

even getting to see someone like Ding Ling, who came and went so far beyond their reach, was a blessing.

Even when Ding Ling stayed at the Wang Residence,

they rarely got to see him.

After all, they were only gatekeepers!

Especially Pei Yuanshao, who could count the times he had seen Ding Ling on his fingers.

Every time he saw Ding Ling, he was more excited than anyone else.

"Has the Prince come back this time to get married?"

"Not exactly."

"Then what is he here for?"

"We're gatekeepers. Just do your job. Don't meddle in things that aren't your business!"

Zhou Cang glared at Pei Yuanshao.

"If the Prince gets displeased and replaces us, where else would we find such a good position?"

"You're right, you're right. I won't ask anymore."

Pei Yuanshao gave an awkward smile.

Ever since word got out that Ding Ling had returned, countless high officials and mighty generals had wanted to send their children to the Wang Residence. They would gladly accept even a gatekeeper's position!

After Zhou Cang and Pei Yuanshao learned about this, they became terribly nervous.

They feared that Ding Ling, Diao Chan, or the others might replace them one day.

Thus, the two became exceptionally meticulous and conscientious!

They had even taken gatekeeping to a certain "level"!

Gatekeepers at other residences were left both astonished and ashamed!

Ding Ling took a single step and arrived deep within the Wang Residence, standing before Diao Chan.

Diao Chan seemed to be speaking with someone. When she saw Ding Ling arrive, she froze briefly, then brightened with delight. She gracefully bowed to him before saying,

"Prince, you're finally back."

Ding Ling smiled faintly and said,

"I came back this time specifically to take you all