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Li Hongyuan didn't quite agree, "Now's not a wise time to help her win favour. Don't forget her status."

"I won't forget."

"What if…"

"Can a woman really change the Emperor's decision?"

"Of course not."

"So what are you worried about?" Jiang Ning calmly asked.

Li Hongyuan said nothing.

They walked side by side in silence.

Fearing to jostle Lingzi, Li Hongyuan walked slowly. Jiang Ning, not wanting to walk ahead alone, had no choice but to leisurely follow him.

The weather was warm, it felt like a stroll.

"Will you come to the selection tomorrow?" Jiang Ning suddenly asked.

"No. I'd rather spend my time with the children." Li Hongyuan's voice was indifferent, "I am not Emperor Father; I don't have much interest in women."

"That I believe."

"Why?" Li Hongyuan looked back at her.