Rong Yuan had felt distressed lately, mainly because he suddenly realized that… he had underestimated Gu Lingzhi’s charms.

Three days ago, after he had announced that Gu Lingzhi would become his fiancée, Consort Rong had confirmed their engagement the very next day. The Gu Clan’s highest-ranking administrator had also confirmed the news in the capital city, which caused the city to erupt in conversation. Even though Rong Yuan’s feelings towards Gu Lingzhi was obvious for everyone to see, no one thought that they would be engaged so soon.

After the news of the engagement had spread, Rong Yuan had expected for Gu Lingzhi’s suitors to finally back off and give up on any intentions to chase her. On...