After all, no matter how close Zhu Qingxiao and Zhang were, they were ultimately master and servant, with vastly different identities.
From her childhood, whenever Zhu Qingxiao went anywhere or dealt with anyone, the person who needed to be courted and pleased was always her, the master. No one ever focused on Zhang Jikai by her side. Even when Zhang Jikai conducted affairs on her behalf, both parties understood it was akin to "a butler negotiating on behalf of his master."
To her surprise, the princess had encountered someone more interested in Zhang Jikai than in her.
"Uh... he... is my house's steward, Zhang." After a brief hesitation, Zhu Qingxiao still replied to Lin Yuancheng. However, she still didn't quite understand why Little Lin would ask this.
"Junior Lin Yuancheng, I've seen Senior Zhang." Lin Yuancheng, having heard her answer, went straight to meet Zhang Jikai's piercing gaze and performed a courtesy.
