Bai Xilie maintained a composed demeanor, somewhat stern: "So she is the daughter of Duke Ping?"
Duke Ping hurriedly stepped forward, bowing: "Your Majesty, these are just childish words from my daughter. Prince Qing is an Imperial Relative, my daughter wouldn't dare to overreach."
Bai Xilie slowly said: "If the fourth brother appreciates her, there's no need for such modesty. Miss An, come forward."
An Suzhu was delighted in her heart and quickly stepped forward gracefully.
Prince Qing frowned, looking at Bai Xilie: "Imperial Brother, I have never accepted any goddaughter or adopted daughter, nor do I want to."
Bai Xilie looked toward his beloved daughter.
"Then where did Zhi'er hear it from?"
The little one pointed at An Suzhu, speaking softly: "She said it herself, Fifth Brother heard it too."
The Fifth Heir nodded vigorously to affirm his sister's words.
Duke Ping felt utterly embarrassed.
