Amidst the clinking of cups and the mingling of guests, a servant came to report that the young lady who had just arrived in the backyard had fallen into the water.

By the time my mother and I rushed to the backyard, Su Jinshu had already been rescued, and the one who saved her was the Third Prince, who has been betrothed to me since childhood.

At this moment, Su Jinshu lay on the bed, wrapped in the outer robe of my fiancé.

Seeing me approach, Gu Yingshao tried to stand up but found his fingers tightly held by Su Jinshu, unable to break free.

"Guards! Quickly escort His Highness the Third Prince out!"

Due to his status, no one dared to question why he appeared in our backyard, but if other guests were to see, there would surely be gossip behind closed doors.

Although my father was unruly, he knew the severity of the situation and promptly had the Third Prince escorted out.

I lowered my head, pretending not to see the emotions in his eyes.

Why did he appear in the backyard? I dared not dwell on it.

My coming-of-age ceremony was halfway ruined, and I busied myself until late at night before finally settling down.

Entering the room, I found a red box on the table, inside of which were a pair of large pearls.

"Thump, thump, thump..." rhythmic tapping sounded against the window sill.

Opening the window, the youth as elegant as an orchid and as precious as jade was indeed standing there.

"Do you still like the gift I gave you? I personally sought these from the East Sea. At first sight, I felt they suited you. Are you pleased?"

Facing his intense gaze, I could only lower my head and reply, "I am pleased."