Chapter 374: The Wedding Announcement

Accompanied by a servant, Yu Zhizhi made her way to the main hall.

In the long, dimly lit hall stood a young man dressed in a brown, aristocratic suit. He wore a beret and held a camera, adjusting its lens.

Hearing the footsteps, the young journalist looked up. His pupils widened slightly, and for a long moment, he couldn’t seem to look away.

’So this is the future Crown Princess Consort of the Moon Rising Empire?’

He’d heard of Miss Rabbit’s reputation!

She was the most talked-about female in the Valoran Empire!

He had only ever seen her in photographs. Now, seeing her in person, he couldn’t help but marvel at how truly beautiful she was—pure white and adorable, with looks that surpassed every other Rabbit Clan female he had ever seen!

The young journalist placed a hand over his chest and bowed. "Ms. Zhi Zhi."

Yu Zhizhi gave a slight nod.

She glanced to the side. On a raised platform, there were two plush red chairs. A slender figure sat in one of them, resting with his eyes closed.

Yu Zhizhi slowly walked up the steps to the platform.

She said softly, "Prince Canglan."

’These two chairs are so close together.’ A faint smile touched her lips.

At the sound of the young Rabbit Clan female’s voice, Cang Lan slowly opened his eyes. He saw the lavishly dressed young woman standing before him, her skin as white as snow, her smile utterly enchanting.

His gaze lingered for a moment before he lowered it coolly. "Sit."

Yu Zhizhi slowly sat down beside him.

This was her first time in a situation like this, and she was a bit nervous. She couldn’t help but steal a glance at the man beside her. Today, he wore the formal attire of the palace’s Royal Family, exuding an air of nobility. His cold eyes gave off the feeling that nothing in the entire world was worthy of his attention.

She stared a little too long...

Cang Lan glanced over at her.

The little rabbit sitting beside him was staring blankly. Her dark, round eyes seemed to shimmer with spun sugar, looking incredibly sweet. Below her small nose, her rose-colored lips were parted slightly, an almost criminal temptation, offering a faint glimpse of her small, crimson tongue.

CLICK. The crisp sound of a shutter.

Yu Zhizhi snapped out of her daze and quickly turned her head to look at the young journalist below.

He had just taken a candid shot.

The young journalist was inspecting the image he’d just captured, his face flush with excitement—

This shot of them gazing deeply into each other’s eyes was absolutely perfect!

Even though the main hall was dimly lit, the lighting was precisely what made them look even more intimate than they would have under the bright sun!

The Lizard Servant watching from the doorway was also thrilled.

’The Crown Prince is finally willing to marry!’

The journalist took several more photos of the couple from various angles. At the same time, the winged Little Golden Ball flew over and activated its recording mode.

The journalist then began the formal interview.

"If I may ask, Prince Canglan, what was it that made you choose this beautiful Rabbit Clan Lady to be your bride?"

The journalist eagerly awaited a romantic answer.

The Empire’s Crown Prince and the most distinguished SS-Level female—they were a match made in heaven!

Cang Lan looked straight into the camera. "She is an SS-Level female."

The journalist waited.

But he soon realized that Prince Canglan seemed to have nothing more to add.

’Huh? Is that the only reason?’

The journalist maintained his smile, turning to the Rabbit Clan Lady seated beside the prince. He asked gently, "And you, Ms. Zhi Zhi? Why did you agree to this marriage alliance with Prince Canglan?"

Ms. Zhi Zhi was not a citizen of the Moon Rising Empire.

She was from the Valoran Empire. Given her current status, her marriage to the Crown Prince was an affair between two empires.

Yu Zhizhi recalled what Cang Lan had said yesterday. She pressed her lips together, then lifted her gaze to the camera. "Because... I... I am in love with His Highness."

The journalist’s face lit up with delight, and he quickly followed up, "Ms. Zhi Zhi, when did you fall in love with His Highness?"

Prince Canglan was noble and handsome. It was common knowledge that countless females in the Moon Rising Empire adored him.

The journalist’s gossip-loving heart was burning with curiosity.

Yu Zhizhi had no idea when she’d supposedly fallen for him... She stammered for a moment, which he mistook for shyness.

Finally, steeling herself, she said, "A-a very, very long time ago. The moment I saw His Highness, I just..."

The journalist asked in surprise, "Ms. Zhi Zhi, you and Prince Canglan have met before?"

Yu Zhizhi replied, "...A portrait. I saw a portrait of His Highness."

The young journalist diligently took notes. He recalled how the Rabbit Clan Lady had come all the way to the Moon Rising Empire’s Extreme Ice Palace in search of the Prince right after her advancement. ’Such devotion is truly a testament for all to see!’

The Lizard Servant was incredibly moved. ’WAAAH! Miss Rabbit risked her life, offering herself as a sacrifice all to find true love!’

’Such precious feelings!’

’It’s a good thing His Highness accepted her. Otherwise, Miss Tutu would have already been thrown out of the Extreme Ice Palace to fend for herself!’

The young journalist asked a few more questions, mostly about their daily lives.

Finally, he asked, "Prince Canglan, I was wondering, when do you plan to hold the wedding?"

Since Prince Canglan had chosen to announce the marriage, the wedding date was now a matter of great importance.

"The eighth of next month," Cang Lan replied without hesitation.

Last night, he had casually glanced at a calendar and decided the eighth of next month would be fine.

"Th-that’s only a month from now!" the journalist exclaimed. "Congratulations! I’ll be sure to publish this wonderful news as quickly as possible!"

The entire Empire will celebrate for His Highness!

’The date is already set?’

Yu Zhizhi couldn’t help but glance at the man beside her. ’Is this what they call being swift and decisive?’

’Just as you’d expect from the Tiger Clan...’

Yu Zhizhi felt a pang of worry. Last night, her attempt to probe him had left Cang Lan completely unmoved. ’Don’t tell me I’ll really have to wait until the wedding night on the eighth for my chance?’

’No, that’s too risky...’

’If I don’t succeed, my mission will be a failure!’

’I have to keep looking for an opportunity every day...’

The young journalist concluded the interview.

He bowed and took his leave.

He was ecstatic as he left. He was the one who got to break such important news! The citizens of the Empire would surely be overjoyed when they saw it!

And the other empires—

Just the thought of the Prince finally winning the fair lady’s hand made the young journalist puff up with pride. The distinguished SS-Level female had chosen their Prince, decisively and without hesitation!

Yu Zhizhi relaxed slightly as she watched the journalist leave.

Although her heart was pounding with uncertainty about what would happen after the announcement went public, the wedding wasn’t until the eighth of next month.

Just as she was about to stand, she heard Cang Lan speak from beside her. "You’re not wearing the bracelet the fox gave you today?"

That bracelet...

Yu Zhizhi glanced at the pale blue ornament on her wrist, which matched her formal gown. She nodded lightly. "I’ll put it on in a little while."

She assumed the Crown Prince was telling her not to take the bracelet off.

Cang Lan shot her a sidelong glance. The instant she began to rise, he suddenly seized her wrist.

"I thought about it for a long time last night." Cang Lan stared at the delicate skin of her wrist, his fingers slowly caressing the inch of flesh just above her jeweled bracelet. "What exactly *is* that scent?"

’The fox’s bracelet really is useful.’

’It concealed the scent of blood in an instant.’

Yu Zhizhi stared blankly at him. She stood before the man, instinctively trying to pull her hand back, but his grip only tightened.