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Yang Ning\'s words had planted an innocent question in her heart, one that yearned for love, care, and respect from a beloved. "Can I also find someone who would love and care for me just like the Crown Prince loves Her Highness?" she mused, a slight blush tinting her cheeks.

To her, Zheng Liang and Yang Ning were the perfect couple. She had heard that their marriage was politically arranged and that their relationship was strained at first. However, now they seemed inseparable and deeply in love, especially His Highness.

He cares for the Crown Princess so deeply that he disregards societal norms to love and support her unconditionally. He even went against the years-long tradition, promising never to take another consort or concubine. Unlike other men who, despite being married, frequent betrothal houses and fool around with other women, Zheng Liang remained devoted solely to his wife.

Moreover, he supported her in everything she wanted to do and always upheld her respect in front of others. This kind of love was rare in a world where everyone seemed to have ulterior motives, whether with parents or spouses.

She had seen how Zheng Liang cared for Yang Ning. Though he was the Crown Prince, known for his cold and sharp gaze, his demeanor softened when he spoke to the Crown Princess. His gaze became gentle and loving, his attitude and words full of affection and tenderness.

Could she ever experience this kind of love in her life? She wondered.

Lost in thought, Hou Wei absentmindedly made her way back to the imperial medicine department, crossing the bridge over the lake. Her mind elsewhere, she accidentally stepped on the hem of her long skirt, causing her to lose her footing and balance.

"Ahh!" she squealed in surprise, anticipating a painful fall as she felt herself tipping forward. However, just before she could hit the hard surface of the bridge, a strong, sturdy hand wrapped around her waist, pulling her back and preventing her from falling.

Hou Wei was utterly shocked by the sudden turn of events. Moments ago, she had been on the brink of falling, her head likely to hit the hard ground. Now, she found herself standing, supported by a body behind her.

As she snapped out of her daze and regained her senses, she looked back, her eyes widening in disbelief. The man who had saved her was none other than Prince Zheng Xiang. Reacting quickly, she stepped aside from his embrace with a startled jump. "Oh my! Prince Zheng Xiang," she called out in horror.

Observing Hou Wei\'s startled and exaggerated reaction, Zheng Xiang furrowed his brows in displeasure. He had been passing by the area on his way to visit Zheng Liang at the main palace to discuss matters regarding Yang Luoyang and the finance records inspection.

However, he hadn\'t expected to encounter Hou Wei, who was now walking back from the Dragon Pavilion to the medicine department. He was pleased to see the woman who was usually hard to find at the palace. Despite both of them residing in the royal palace estate, catching a glimpse of her was a rare occurrence.

He often had to come up with excuses just to see her. Yet, this time, he had not even feigned illness or fabricated another excuse; he had simply stumbled upon her. How could he let this golden opportunity slip away?

He couldn\'t recall when his intended route had shifted from heading to the Main Palace to silently trailing this woman and observing her from a distance. He found it amusing to watch her lost in thought, occasionally colliding with pillars or other maids. What could she be pondering so deeply that she collided with so many obstacles in such a short time?

However, just as he finally mustered the courage to approach her and engage in conversation, Hou Wei lost her balance and nearly fell. Acting on instinct, he had saved her from a potential fall. It had been a reflexive action, but he couldn\'t deny the rapid pounding of his heart when Hou Wei\'s petite, light body collided with his chest.

He had savored the fleeting moment of closeness, relishing the opportunity to see her face up close and feel the softness of her body in his embrace.

However, he hadn\'t expected her exaggerated and displeased reaction. Her response left him speechless.

Was he truly so repulsive that her sudden proximity elicited such a drastic reaction, akin to a frightened rabbit narrowly escaping the grasp of a predator?

"Your Highness, thank you for saving me from falling just now. I apologize for my impudence. It was improper of me to be so close to you. Please forgive me," Hou Wei lowered her head and stammered while apologizing in panic.

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"You saved me; it was your greatness. However, it was presumptuous of me to intrude upon your personal space. Please trust me; I had no inappropriate intentions. I could never entertain such thoughts about His Highness. Please forgive me. You can punish me however you see fit," she apologized, even asking him to punish her.

Only then would she feel relieved; otherwise, she would be too frightened to be near the cold prince, who had recently returned to the palace.

She couldn\'t believe the one who saved her was none other than Prince Xiang. She would have preferred to fall on the hard ground. How could she dare to be in such proximity to royalty?

If anyone had witnessed their interaction, it would have spawned rumors throughout the palace, tarnishing her reputation and casting her as a seductive vixen tempting the prince. She might even become the target of jealousy and resentment among the palace women. Worst of all, Prince Xiang might find her presence bothersome and distasteful enough to complain to His Majesty.

As Hou Wei apologized and her life flashed before her eyes, Zheng Xiang stared at her with an inscrutable gaze. This woman really...