Little Dumpling knew his parents well. Because he knew them so well, he was absolutely sure they overheard his conversation. 'Oh man, I'm in so much trouble' climbing from the floor, Little Dumpling also came forward. Standing beside Liu Tián Qǔ, Little Dumpling bowed and greeted his parents on legs that felt sore and very weak.

Liu Tián Qǔ eyes were glue onto Lady Wang Dǔ Zhì. When Liu Tián Qǔ had first heard that the Grand Prince only had one wife and no concubines, she was very surprised. Which Royal or Nobleman didn't have three wives and four concubines in ancient times? However, now looking at the extraordinarily stunning beautiful woman before her Liu Tián Qǔ understood. Lady Wang Dǔ Zhì's beauty could outshine any celebrate, actress, or beauty pageant. Not just outshine them, but also wholly exceed them and put them to shame.

However, what captivated Liu Tián Qǔ was not her beauty or the mysterious magnetic aura that surrounded her that made people gravitate towards her. It was her eyes that completely grabbed Liu Tián Qǔ's attention. They were eyes Liu Tián Qǔ recognized.

Those eyes were very familiar. The look in them, the consciousness, awareness, intelligence, craftiness, and cunningness in them were extremely familiar to Liu Tián Qǔ. Liu Tián Qǔ recognized those eyes because, in her past life, Liu Tián Qǔ saw that same awareness and look in her eyes every day when she looked in the mirror.

Liu Tián Qǔ knew immediately that this woman was never to be underestimated or undermined. If you do so, it would be to your own peril. The memories of Liu Tián Qǔ's past life flickered through her mind. The cunning schemes she setup to drag down the man who tried to take over her father's company. Liu Tián Qǔ remembered how she lied, schemed, deceived, bribed, blackmailed, cheated, and used every trick known to man to protect her family and rescue her father's company. Liu Tián Qǔ remembered how she spared no one and had mercy on no one that had tried to harm her family.

Liu Tián Qǔ looked at Lady Wǔ Gāng Huā the First Lady of Wang Royal Manor and saw the same qualities in Wǔ Gāng Huā that she herself had. Liu Tián Qu also saw that Wǔ Gāng Huā recognized her as well. Like recognizes like. They both understood each other immediately upon meeting each other without exchanging one word other than a greeting.

Liu Tián Qǔ suddenly grinned at the First Lady of Wang Royal Manor and gave her a nod of acknowledgment. Liu Tián Qǔ secretly thought that she would love to match wits with Lady Wǔ Gāng Huā one day. It would be interesting to see who would win. With a slight smile on her face, Wǔ Gāng Huā gave Liu Tián Qǔ a slight nod, acknowledging her in return.

The Grand Prince looked on in surprise. His eyes flicker back and forth between Liu Tián Qǔ and his wife. Never had he witness anything like this from his wife before. Wang Fèn Yǒng looked on with the normal ice-cold unapproachable look he always had on his face, but had anyone bother to look into his eyes. They would have told a completely different story.

Little Dumpling eyes bulged out of his head. He could believe what his eyes revealed to him. Never had he seen his mother behave this way. 'For sure, I made the right choice of making friends with Big Brother Tián Qǔ. I must make sure to grab on to his golden thighs tightly and never let go. There is too much for me to learn from him. I must make sure I hold on tightly to his golden thighs so he can't escape even if he tried.'

The Grand Prince's surprise faded into deep amusement as he watched the silent exchange between Liu Tián Qǔ and his wife. His eyes flickered from his wife to once again settle on Liu Tián Qǔ. Finally, he said in amusement, "So you're the Young Master Liu that I've been hearing so much about."

Liu Tián Qǔ's eyes finally moved from the First Lady of Wang Royal Manor and settled on the Grand Prince. Liu Tián Qǔ's grin faded into a smile. Upon seeing the deep amusement in the eyes of the Grand Prince. Liu Tián Qǔ's smile lingered on her lips, and with a small bow, she said, "I don't know what the Grand Prince heard of me, so I hesitate to deny or confirm anything other than my identity."

My goodness, no wonder why Wang Fèn Yǒng was so beautiful, and Little Dumpling was just too adorable. With the beautify of the powerful couple, how could their kids not come out beautiful. The Grand Prince had a devastatingly savage beauty. There was also a fierce alluring almost seductive magnetism that projected from him that seemed to pull people to him. However, if you looked closer, you will see that there was a fierce flame that burned within him that threatened to incinerate those the trespassed on his boundaries.

With growing amusement, the Grand Prince said, "Is that so?"

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For some odd reason, Liu Tián Qǔ felt comfortable with the powerful couple who was second only to the Emperor. Maybe it was because in her past life she spent much time around very powerful people cutting deals worth billions of dollars. Perhaps it was because she felt like she built an instant rapport with the First Lady of the Wang Royal Manor with only the exchange of a greeting. Maybe it was because the couple wasn't pretentious. They seemed to be down to earth people without a sense of entitlement.

Or perhaps it was because even though the couple eavesdropped on her conversations and knew her intention to sneak behind their backs and teach Little Dumpling. They didn't read her the riot act. Instead, they act like they never overheard her conversations or knew of her intentions. Or just maybe it was all those things combined that made Liu Tián Qǔ feel comfortable with them. Liu Tián Qǔ was not a person that easily allowed people into her inner circle. However, it was something about this family. Upon meeting each of them, she instantly felt a connection with them.

At first, Liu Tián Qǔ was a bit leery about meeting the powerful couple. However, now she decided to get comfortable with them and become friends with them too. With that thought, Liu Tián Qǔ decided not to stand on ceremony and voice her concerns.

"Yes, however, since you are here, may I share a concern of mine regarding Little Dumpling?" Liu Tián Qu asked with a serious face making sure to allow her concern and sincerity show.

"Oh? A concern you say?" The Grand Prince asked with a raised eyebrow as the amusement began to die in his eyes.

"Um," the Grand Prince hummed with a faint nod and said, "I will allow it," The Grand Prince's eyes snapped over to Little Dumpling, and he said in a serious voice. "Wang Jǐng Jiè, have you lost your manners? Why haven't we been invited in as of yet?"

Little Dumpling was lost in panic. All Little Dumbling could think was, 'Big Brother didn't we agree that you wouldn't have a talk with my parents? Are you going back on your word now?' However, upon being scolded by his father, he hurriedly invited everyone in and led everyone over to the long low table. After making sure everyone was seated, he quickly snatched the empty teapot off the table and began brewing a fresh pot of tea using the water that was kept hot on the brazier.

With a slight frown on her face, his mother asked, "Jǐng Jiè, where are your servants?"

Little Dumpling quickly responded, "I dismissed them, Imperial mother. I had wished to talk to Big Brother Tián Qǔ alone."

"I understand," his mother replied with a slight nod.

Shortly after, Little Dumpling served everyone tea before seating himself at the table.

Taking a brief moment to gather her thoughts, Liu Tián Qǔ looked at the couple and began, "I won't question why you do not want Little Dumpling to begin training in Martial Arts as of yet. That is not my place, and I am sure there is a reason why you've made the decision you've made. However, I wish to say after the past events. If you still feel that it is still not time for Little Dumpling to began his training, then I recommend that you at least teach him the arts of escape." Liu Tián Qǔ saw the Grand Prince's eyes and face grow cold. Although Wǔ Gāng Huā face turned completely expressionless, Liu Tián Qǔ felt the aura of anger emanating from her. However, that didn't deter Liu Tián Qǔ from getting her point across.

"I am sorry if I offended you because that is not my intention," Liu Tián Qǔ bowed and told the couple.

There was one thing Liu Tián Qǔ had already figured out the moment she met the couple. Only sincerity would work when dealing with them. Have a cunning tongue, being clever and crafty, or talking in circles would not work. She would have to be sincere.

"Although I have know your sons for a very short period of time. For some reason, I feel a deep connection with them. That day after escorting Little Dumpling home. Even though he made it home safely and probably even had Shadow Guards watching over him the entire time. I couldn't help worrying about the what if, what if danger had befallen him and the shadow wasn't able to get to him in time? When Little Dumpling went out adventuring, he forgot that he didn't know how to defend himself or even know how to escape if danger presented itself to him." Liu Tián Qǔ allowed her sincere concern and feelings to show in her eyes and on her face. Liu Tián Qǔ didn't try to hide it. Sure enough, she felt the aura of anger began to ease.

Liu Tián Qu smothered her amusement when she saw the Grand Prince's right eyes twitch when she said Little Dumpling went adventuring. The whole city knew he ran away from home. What adventuring? "All I ask is that you at least consider teaching him the arts of escape."

It was the First Lady of Wang Royal Manor who finally responded after releasing a sigh. "I thank you for your concern. I can tell that you are sincerely concerned about Jǐng Jiè. Actually, my husband and I had already decided that it was time for Jǐng Jiè to began learning martial arts after the past events. We were waiting until his punishment was over before informing him of our decision. As you've said, we had our reasons for delaying his training, but now it's time."

Little Dumpling almost dropped his cup of tea in shock, 'Big Brother Tián Qu I don't know what magic you work. First, it was my Older Brother, now my Imperial mother and Imperial father. I definitely must get closer to you. You are magical Big Brother Tián Qu. Absolutely magical!'

"No thanks is necessary. Your Highness, Little Dumpling is my friend. I really couldn't help but worry. I know you must worry as well. There is no way my concern is deeper than yours. " Liu Tián Qǔ said, causing the Grand Prince's eyes to twitch again.

'Oh, so you know? After forcing our hand, it is now you realize that as Jǐng Jiè parents, we are more concerned than you' The Grand Prince inwardly thought sourly.