Chapter 372: Approaching

The Ice Crystal Dragon was already asleep.

Yu Zhizhi stood on the viewing platform, silently keeping her distance from the man before her.

Cang Lan started walking back, and she followed.

Just like on the way there, they didn’t speak at all. Yu Zhizhi just felt a bit cold. The heating spirit card was probably almost used up, its effect not as strong as before.

Upon returning to the main hall, the Lizard Servant was waiting for them.

"Take her to her quarters," Cang Lan commanded.

"Yes, Your Highness."

The Lizard Servant turned to the Rabbit Clan Lady, his attitude exceptionally earnest. "Ms. Zhi Zhi, please follow me."

’Given the Crown Prince’s personality, since he’s letting her stay, it must be for the marriage alliance.’

He couldn’t help but recall Prince Canglan’s cold sneer when he first heard the news of the marriage alliance from the Imperial City.

The Lizard Servant understood. In the Crown Prince’s eyes, the Miss Rabbit back then was merely an S-Class.

She wasn’t yet qualified to be his bride.

The place where Yu Zhizhi was to stay was very close to the main hall. The Lizard Servant said with a smile, "Ms. Zhi Zhi, you’ll be staying here for now. Prince Canglan’s bedchambers are right next door. It’s clear that His Highness values you greatly."

Yu Zhizhi wasn’t picky about her accommodations. She was just curious about what the Crown Prince had said today.

"The Crown Prince said... a reporter is coming tomorrow."

The Lizard Servant froze for a moment. ’Is he planning to announce it to the world?’

"Ms. Zhi Zhi just needs to remain calm. It should only be for photographs, plus a simple interview."

The news would likely hit the front pages the next day, spreading across the whole world.

Yu Zhizhi nodded lightly.

’It’s come to this. I can only take it one step at a time...’

’Since the Crown Prince’s bedchambers are right next door, being in a favorable position should give me an advantage. I’ll find a chance to get close to him, right?’

Yu Zhizhi wanted to understand the situation better, so she asked, "What does the Crown Prince usually like to do?"

"Well... Ms. Zhi Zhi will naturally find out after spending more time with His Highness." The Lizard Servant didn’t dare say more.

He was afraid for his life.

"Then, what does His Highness hate most? I’m afraid I might unknowingly do something taboo," Yu Zhizhi said with great sincerity.

The Lizard looked at the Rabbit Clan Lady before him. ’She’ll be the Crown Princess Consort of the Moon Rising Empire in the future,’ he thought, ’so I should probably reveal a little something.’ He took two steps forward and said in a very low voice, "Ms. Zhi Zhi, whatever you do, do not get injured. Especially not in front of the Crown Prince."

"That’s it?" Yu Zhizhi was slightly stunned.

’The Big Tiger’s taboo is actually that?’

The Lizard nodded gravely. "As for anything else, there’s not much. Ms. Zhi Zhi just needs to remember this one thing."

"Thank you for telling me."

"It is my duty." The Lizard Servant bowed. "Ms. Zhi Zhi, please get some rest. I must return and give some instructions to the offerings."

"Oh, right. The Little Octopus who came with me, can it come see me?" Yu Zhizhi asked.

A troubled look appeared on the Lizard Servant’s face. "I’m afraid that won’t be possible. But please rest assured, Ms. Zhi Zhi. The Little Octopus is staying over there, and I will certainly take good care of it."

"Alright, thank you for the trouble."

After the Lizard Servant left, Yu Zhizhi gently closed the door.

In her room, there was a very bright Luminous Pearl. Yet the room was still dim, though it wasn’t as cold anymore.

Yu Zhizhi sat down on a chair and went through all the reward items she had obtained.

’The pheromones that can save me a lot of effort... this...’

’There’s no good way to use them now.’

’Before, Tang’s spiritual power was in disarray, and with the boost from the Time Freeze Card, I had an opportunity to exploit, and the pheromones worked.’

Yu Zhizhi remembered that they had no effect when she used them on the Duke.

’As for the Big Shark...’

’Sigh.’

’Lord Shen He confiscated my pheromones, giving me no chance to use them at all.’

’I’ll be more cautious this time and prepare in advance.’

’As for whether it’ll work... I’ll have to see how it goes.’

Of course, Yu Zhizhi wanted to complete her mission sooner. She quietly opened the door a crack so she could hear any movements outside better.

Cang Lan didn’t appear until late at night.

Yu Zhizhi didn’t hesitate. She quickly drank the pheromones and pushed the door open.

As it happened, a female from the Beast Clan had come to deliver food.

Yu Zhizhi went up to her. "Let me take that."

She took the tray.

The female from the Beast Clan froze for a second. She realized this was the esteemed Rabbit Clan Lady whom Lord Lizard had mentioned—the future Crown Princess Consort of the Moon Rising Empire.

She clasped her hands in front of her and bowed lightly.

Yu Zhizhi successfully took the tray.

Her heart was beating a little fast. She prayed inwardly that the pheromones would work on the Big Tiger, but she couldn’t be sure.

Yu Zhizhi arrived outside the bedchambers and said softly, "Your Highness, I’ve brought you some food."

"Come in."

Cang Lan had just returned from outside, a biting chill clinging to him.

Yu Zhizhi pushed the door open and saw him taking off his golden armor. Her steps faltered.

’When I saw the Crown Prince during the day, he was wearing casual, everyday clothes. Did he go on a long trip later?’

She approached silently.

Yu Zhizhi placed the tray on the table.

Mustering her courage, she walked toward the man. "Your Highness, let me help you."

"Not necessary." Cang Lan refused her outright.

He hung the golden armor he had taken off on a rack. His tall, slender back still radiated an unshakeable aggressiveness.

Yu Zhizhi stared at him, dazed.

’This distance... It’s exactly one meter.’

’Are the pheromones working?’

Having finally gotten so close to him, Yu Zhizhi bit her lip. She steeled herself and took two steps forward. "Your Highness, I—"

’How did it go in those TV dramas I used to watch?’

’Fall over on purpose?’

’Create physical contact?’

Yu Zhizhi decided to go for broke. She had to touch this tiger tonight. Without a second thought, she threw herself in his direction. Cang Lan’s brow furrowed slightly. He sidestepped, and the little Rabbit Clan female slammed right into the armor rack, her forehead hitting it hard.

"Oof!" A muffled groan.

Yu Zhizhi sat on the floor, her back to Cang Lan, covering her forehead with her hand, her eyes welling with tears.

Cang Lan saw the small bundle on the floor. Her rabbit ears drooped forlornly, and her white outer robe was crumpled into a ball.

’This little rabbit is being dishonest.’

’Although I don’t know what she’s trying to do, her posture just now was too deliberate and awkward. A stark contrast to how she was during the day.’

Cang Lan crossed his arms, gazing down at her condescendingly, showing no intention of helping her up.

Gradually, a sweet...

...scent of blood filled the air.

His dark brown pupils suddenly constricted.

At first, Yu Zhizhi only felt pain in her forehead from hitting the hard armor rack. But when she came to her senses, she saw that her arm had been scraped by the sharp armor during the fall, leaving a bloody scratch.

She immediately recalled what the Lizard had said!

The Crown Prince’s taboo was: Do not get injured!

The color drained from Yu Zhizhi’s face.

’My intention was just to get a little closer to the Big Tiger. I didn’t expect him to dodge, and I certainly didn’t expect to scratch my forearm...’

’It’s over. I’ve triggered Cang Lan’s one and only taboo!’