Chapter 20: Shen Zhui's Biological Father?

"Your Highness flatters me. How dare Shen Zhui take the seat first in front of you? Please, you first." Shen Zhui responded, flattered.

The Seventh Prince chuckled lightly, "There's no distinction of 'your highness' or 'my lord' here. If you don't mind, let's consider each other as equals."

Shen Zhui was slightly taken aback, quickly responding, "Alright then, consider this Shen Zhui daring to associate with someone of your status."

Ji Chen laughed heartily, once again gesturing with his hand, "Since we disregard traditional formalities, let's proceed based on the roles of host and guest. As you're the guest, please, Brother Shen, take the seat of honor."

Shen Zhui mused to himself, finding the Seventh Prince's thinking agile and intelligent, not insisting on formalities, and promptly took the seat as guided.

As the host, the Seventh Prince Ji Chen sat at the secondary seat. He was dressed merely in a grey robe today, which accentuated his elegance and charm.