After the picnic, Lin Qing returned to her room to ponder over a recipe for Niu Pan'er, while Song Ci was taking a walk with Niu Pan'er to aid digestion.
"Madam, I should be leaving soon."
Song Ci was taken aback: "So soon? Didn't you say this trip to the capital was just for fun, with nothing much to do?"
"That's true. This time I returned to the capital to celebrate the Emperor's birthday, and on the other hand, my father, the Prince Dingbei, wishes to find a husband for me," Niu Pan'er stated candidly.
Song Ci remained silent.
Niu Pan'er chuckled and said, "I initially thought people in the capital were dull, always obsessed with etiquette, spending their days on zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting. But who knew I'd meet such a wonderful person like Madam, which is truly my luck."
Song Ci also laughed, "This is the bond between people; I too feel a great affinity with the Commandery Princess."
