Chapter 78: Chapter 78

Seeing Prime Minister Bai already waving a broom to attack, Feng Qiwu’s demeanor immediately changed, raising an eyebrow coldly as he said in a deep voice, "What? Does the Prime Minister intend to rebel?"

Upon hearing these words, Prime Minister Bai, who had adhered to etiquette all his life, suddenly stopped in his tracks, then glared at Feng Qiwu, "You bullied Susu. As her grandfather, it is my rightful duty to seek justice for her."

"But, Prime Minister, don’t forget, today is the day of my engagement with Susu. Susu is already my fiancée. Isn’t it perfectly normal for me to lose control at the sight of her?" Feng Qiwu stood there like a steadfast rock, showing no concern for Prime Minister Bai’s actions.

Prime Minister Bai was momentarily at a loss for words.

In his younger days, he too would secretly hold hands or sneak a kiss with his fiancée when alone.

But that doesn’t mean he can accept his precious granddaughter being taken!

At this moment, Bai Susu hurriedly came out to mediate, "Grandfather, you’ve misunderstood."

"Actually... there was a bug on me earlier, and it scared me so much I was shaking. The Crown Prince was just kindly helping me get rid of it," Bai Susu explained earnestly.

"The Crown Prince didn’t do anything inappropriate, so please put down the broom. What would people think if they saw this?" Bai Susu glanced at Feng Qiwu and added.

Prime Minister Bai: ...

Granddaughter, your grandfather’s eyes are not blind yet!

Your lip balm is gone, and your lips are so swollen. Was that a bug bite too?

Clearly, it was the work of a wolf!

But he also knew that Susu was giving him a way out.

Besides, today is indeed Susu and Feng Qiwu’s engagement day. He can’t really sweep Feng Qiwu away with a broom, can he?

So he could only hold back his doubts and ask, "Really?"

Bai Susu immediately nodded solemnly, "Really, please put down the broom, don’t strain your back."

Only then did Prime Minister Bai snort coldly and toss the broom to the ground.

"Since Susu says so, I’ll believe it this once."

"Crown Prince, I think you two should talk in the front hall. Though you are engaged, spending too much time alone isn’t appropriate," Prime Minister Bai said, gritting his teeth at Feng Qiwu.

Feng Qiwu nodded calmly, "Indeed, the wind is picking up outside, let’s go inside."

With that, he whispered to Bai Susu with a smile, "Susu still cares for me."

He thought Susu might just watch the drama to the end.

Turns out she didn’t want to see him get beaten by Prime Minister Bai after all.

No wonder people say that when a woman has someone she likes, she’ll lean towards them.

He truly experienced the feeling of being favored this time.

Once inside, Prime Minister Bai kept a vigilant eye on Feng Qiwu.

But having been a prime minister for so many years, he had ways to find topics, ensuring the atmosphere didn’t turn awkward. From the moment they entered, he deliberately brought up various national and family affairs to chat about.

Feng Qiwu originally didn’t want to engage, but seeing Bai Susu occasionally giving him a look and signaling, he accommodated Prime Minister Bai’s conversations.

He could ignore the old man’s face, but he couldn’t disregard Susu’s.

Furthermore, Prime Minister Bai had already turned a blind eye once.

Prime Minister Bai didn’t really expect Feng Qiwu to go along with him, just nodding and responding sometimes would be enough.

Unexpectedly, Feng Qiwu actually responded.

Though he said only a few words, it didn’t feel like a one-man show.

Gradually, Prime Minister Bai’s expression improved significantly.

Finally, around noon, Prime Minister Bai was feeling a bit parched.

Sighing with relief, he instructed the butler to serve the dishes quickly.

Once they ate, he could send this guy home.

Feng Qiwu seemed to know exactly what Prime Minister Bai was thinking, as he ate at a leisurely pace once the meal was served.

Prime Minister Bai was holding his anger, but then heard Feng Qiwu cheerfully say, "I remember grandfather likes to drink, so I specially ordered ten jars of fine wine for you. Among them is a jar of Monkey Wine, said to be brewed by wild monkeys with over a hundred kinds of fruits. The aroma is refreshing and it has health benefits. I hope grandfather will like it."

At these words, Prime Minister Bai’s immense anger instantly dissipated.

He caught his breath, then with eyes wide and full of anticipation, looked at Feng Qiwu, "Really?"

It’s the purest spiritual wine, hard to come by!

Feng Qiwu grinned and nodded, "How dare I deceive you about this, grandfather? Xiao Quanzi, bring the wine!"

With these words, Xiao Quanzi cautiously brought over a small jar of wine.

As they reached the table, Prime Minister Bai eagerly took the wine jar, ignoring appearances, and didn’t even open it immediately, just sniffed the sealing clay, showing a blissful expression.

Seeing this, Bai Susu couldn’t help but show a look of resigned amusement.

Just a jar of Monkey Wine was enough to have you wrapped around their finger.

Grandfather, do you remember your aggressive stance with the broom earlier?

Meanwhile, Feng Qiwu took advantage of Prime Minister Bai’s distraction with the wine to toy with Bai Susu’s hand under the table.

Bai Susu was speechless at his antics under Prime Minister Bai’s very nose.

This guy just can’t stop stirring things up.

Yet by the end of the meal, it was Feng Qiwu who couldn’t take it anymore.

Since Prime Minister Bai got the Monkey Wine, every sip required a poetic praise for its delightful taste, slowing his eating down to a sloth’s pace, with no end in sight.

Seeing the time wasted at the table, Feng Qiwu couldn’t help but stand up, "Grandfather, I just remembered there’s something I need to handle at the Eastern Palace, so I won’t stay for lunch any longer."

Hearing this, Prime Minister Bai regretfully said, "Leaving already? I haven’t finished composing all my poems. Won’t the Crown Prince stay to listen?" Prime Minister Bai looked slightly inebriated, eyes squinting.

Feng Qiwu’s forehead twitched, "No, with the autumn hunt approaching, I need to make preparations. You enjoy the wine, and let Susu see me out."

Only then did Prime Minister Bai seem agreeable, "Alright, Susu, escort the Crown Prince."

Bai Susu nodded and left with Feng Qiwu.

Then she whispered with a chuckle, "Why not stay a bit longer?"

"You know very well," Feng Qiwu looked at her helplessly.