After I transmigrated, the cold king clung to me every day.

Chapter 101 Calling on My Son for Help

Lin Qianqian led Murong Qing to her room, a kind and gentle smile on her face, and said softly, "Princess, please rest here for a while. I'll have someone prepare hot water for your bath. Take a bath and soothe your tired body and mind." After saying that, she turned to instruct the maids to prepare quickly.

Then, Lin Qianqian said to Xiaodie, "Xiaodie, you should take good care of the princess as she bathes and changes her clothes."

"Mmm~ Miss, don't worry, Xiaodie will definitely serve the Seventh Princess well!" Xiaodie nodded playfully.

Then, Lin Qianqian quietly turned and walked towards the kitchen. Actually, on her way back to the palace, Lin Qianqian had already inquired with the Emperor and Chen Shuyu about Murong Qing's favorite dishes. She knew Murong Qing loved sweet but not cloying osmanthus cake, fresh and tender shrimp with egg white, and rich and mellow red date and lotus seed soup. She planned to cook these delicacies for Murong Qing herself, giving her a surprise.

Lin Qianqian busied herself in the kitchen, her eyes focused and determined. She carefully selected the ingredients and meticulously controlled the heat. Every step was filled with her care and kindness for Murong Qing, and she only wanted to use the food to comfort Murong Qing's homesickness and the fatigue of his journey.

As the servants watched Lin Qianqian busy in the kitchen, their impression of the Ninth Princess changed subtly, and a unique sense of respect and warmth welled up in their hearts.

Just then, Su Wan'er's personal maid, Huan'er, happened to pass by. An enticing aroma wafted over, drawing her into the kitchen. To her surprise, Lin Qianqian was cooking herself. Huan'er pursed her lips slightly, her expression cautious, and slowly approached, bowing respectfully: "This servant greets Your Highness, the Princess."

Lin Qianqian saw her, a look of confusion on her face, and said softly, "Get up! You are..."

Huan'er quickly replied, "Your Highness, this servant is Huan'er, and I am Consort Su's personal maid."

Lin Qianqian suddenly realized what was going on. After a moment's thought, she smiled gently and nodded slightly, asking in a still gentle tone, "Is there something you need?"

Huan'er was puzzled and frowned slightly. She asked, "Your Highness, you can just tell us servants what you want to eat. Why do you have to do it yourself?"

Lin Qianqian couldn't help but chuckle, pursed her lips, and patiently replied, "You don't understand. Food you make yourself not only tastes more satisfying, but it also fully expresses your feelings."

Upon hearing this, Huan'er felt a new sense of respect and goodwill towards the princess. The slight sense of estrangement that had arisen from the subtle relationship between her master and the princess had also faded somewhat.

She lowered her head slightly, pondered for a moment, then smiled gently, revealing a sincere smile, and said softly, "Whatever Your Highness needs, this servant is willing to help."

Upon hearing this, Lin Qianqian smiled slightly, and looking at Huan'er's innocent, pure, kind and lovely appearance, her thoughts involuntarily drifted to Xiao Die.

Her bright eyes slowly swept around, and after a moment's thought, she smiled and said to Huan'er, "Then please help me wash those ingredients. Thank you for your trouble." With that, Lin Qianqian's slender fingers gently pointed to the cutting board next to her, where fresh fruits, vegetables and meats were laid out.

Huan'er slightly raised the corners of her mouth, a bright smile blooming on her face. She nodded gently, her eyes sparkling with joy. Then, she cheerfully walked to the cutting board, rolled up her sleeves to reveal her fair forearms, and began to carefully wash the ingredients.

Her movements were light and skillful, as if she were handling something extremely important. She carefully rubbed every leaf of vegetable and rinsed every piece of meat with care. The sound of running water, accompanied by her occasional humming, created a warm melody in the kitchen.