Bai Ruozhu realized it was already too late to retreat when she saw Prince Saihan stride over with a smug expression, saying, "Chief Doctor Bai, we meet again. A chance encounter is more valuable than a planned meeting, don't you think? Why not be the hostess and treat me to a meal?"
"I have official duties to attend to shortly and really cannot afford the delay. Let's reschedule for another day," Bai Ruozhu replied with a standard official ceremony.
Saihan took a step forward, fixing his gaze on her eyes and said, "I've heard that my fiancée, Princess Diao Bin, has contracted a bizarre illness. I, as the prince, would like to inquire about her condition from Chief Doctor Bai. Surely, the matter of our countries' alliance is not less important than your official duties?"
He emphasized the word "official duties" heavily, his eyes filled with a teasing glint, clearly suggesting that he did not believe Bai Ruozhu's excuse.
Bai Ruozhu sighed, "Then let's please go inside."
