Chapter 49

  When I turn around suddenly, there is no one behind me.

  Jiang Yang's sword eyebrows slightly furrowed, with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

  Just now, he clearly heard a cold hum, did he hear it wrong?

  However, as he looked at the empty passageway, a sense of unease welled up in his heart.

  My heart feels empty too, as if something is missing...

  Could it be that he has been thinking too much lately and is having hallucinations!?

  "Your Highness, what's wrong? There's no one there..."

  With a hint of discontent and petulance, the woman said in a coquettish tone.

  Looking at Yang Lie's beautiful eyes, there was even a hint of seven parts of coquetry and three parts of charm. If it were another man, she might have captivated his soul.

  After all, the woman's appearance is indeed good-looking, but unfortunately, her movements and posture are too delicate and weak. If it were the former carefree and elegant Xiang Yang Lie, he would have probably gotten entangled with her already.

  Unfortunately, the current Xuan Yang Lie has become 'abnormal', because even if a beautiful woman falls into his arms, she can't stir up any...

  There's a bit of regret and annoyance in his heart. Xiang Yang Lie is also puzzled, why did he used to like these mediocre and common women so much?!

  The thick layer of powder on her face was like a coat of paint, and the perfume she applied was pungent enough to make one's nose wrinkle, not to mention it was cheap perfume...

  At the sight of this heavily made-up face, Yang Lie's stomach turned upside down. He immediately did something he had never done to a woman before -

  He roughly pushed away the charming and coquettish woman in his arms!

  "Your Highness!!?"

  It's unbelievable that, relying on her careful dressing and beautiful appearance, the fourth prince, who is usually gentle and courteous to women, would actually push her away!

  "Get out!"

  Like a restless male lion, Yang Lie's face was overcast with gloom, and he growled at the woman who still looked at him in confusion.

  Upon hearing his low growl and seeing the dark clouds in his eyes, the woman immediately covered her face with both hands and ran away as fast as she could.

  Watching the fleeting figure disappear from his line of sight, Jing Yang Lie couldn't help but furrow his brow and run his hands through his originally neatly tied up wild and untamed long hair.

  On that handsome and evil face, between the eyebrows was full of regretful and annoyed expression, frowning and lowering his head, looking at his own little Yangyang who didn't make a single move. In the past, if he had been teased by a woman like this, he would have already risen up high and shouted loudly, but now...

  Her red lips were pursed tightly, and after a long silence, Xuan Yang spoke in a voice that only she could hear, muttering to herself.

  "Is it possible that from now on, I won't be interested in any other woman except 'him'?"

  ……

  Never heard of Jingyang Lie's words, nor had he ever seen the rumored appearance of the elegant fourth prince, because when Jingyang Lie slightly turned his body, Han Xi's body flashed and immediately flashed into the fake mountain next to him.

  Although I had been curious about this charming and evil fourth prince, I also wanted to see his appearance.

  However, just now seeing them do such a passionate kiss in broad daylight, although she is a modern person with an open mind, she has never done such a bold thing in this crowded place, let alone in this conservative ancient times...

  So, from this point of view, it can be seen how romantic and lustful the fourth prince is.

  So she didn't want to be seen by the Fourth Prince, bringing unnecessary trouble, because with her current appearance, even as a woman herself was amazed, let alone men...

  Although this idea has a bit of narcissistic flavor, Han Xi Tong thought that it's better to have one less thing to worry about, so she hid behind the fake mountain and watched as the two people in front of her left one after another. Only then did Han Xi Tong withdraw her gaze and plan to leave, but unexpectedly, her waist was suddenly tightened.

  With a puzzled mind, Han Xi's eyes involuntarily lowered and immediately met a delicate and lovely little face like a small angel, her face slightly stunned, and a flash of surprise flickered in her eyes.

  "Wow, so cute!"

  With a surprised heart, Han Xi's red lips lightly opened, and she immediately spoke out her thoughts.

  All that could be seen was a small child, about four or five years old, standing by her feet. He was wearing high-quality silk autumn-colored brocade, with a golden silk embroidered belt around his waist and beautiful jade hanging from it.

  He was wearing a pair of black patent leather shoes, which made him look lovely and elegant. His long, fine black hair was adorned with an exquisite jade crown, setting off his round, chubby, tender face, making people want to pinch it at first sight!

  With this thought in mind, Han Xi's hands began to move freely as if driven by her subconscious.

  Feeling the smooth and delicate flesh in her hand, it was like high-quality silk, soft and unbelievable, making Han Xi Tong's heart sigh with admiration and envy.

  Tsk tsk tsk, still a child's skin is good, crystal clear and translucent, beautiful like warm jade...

  Han Xi Tong sighed inwardly, her hands lingering on the little boy's tender face, yet completely unaware that the expression she wore at this moment was somewhat like a perverted uncle secretly in love with a young girl...

  Compared with Han Xi Tong's joy, the little boy pinched by Han Xi Tong's hands on his small face did not have her good mood.

  A small, delicate face was pinched by Han Xi's fingers into a scowl, although it didn't hurt much, but still made the little boy slightly furrow his eyebrows, and his pink lips opened slightly to start protesting.

  "It hurts..."

  "Oh no, sorry, did I hurt you? Come on, let me blow it for you..."

  Hearing the soft and pleasant protest of the little kid, Han Xi's eyes panicked, immediately releasing the hands that were pinching the little boy's cheeks, squatting down, and gently blowing on the slightly red face with a apologetic expression.

  However, her action made the little boy's face stunned, and he immediately took a step back, his face turned bright red, and his beautiful black eyes, like a pair of black agate stones, flowed with a hint of shyness.

  It was as if he had seen a lovely and shy little white rabbit, which made Han Xi's eyes soften and his eyebrows relax, and the gaze he cast at the little boy was even more gentle.

  However, a little boy with a shy and awkward expression opened his mouth, pretending to be mature between his eyebrows, with a sweet voice, but what he said made people laugh.

  "Men and women should not be too familiar with each other!"

  "Hehe, you little scamp, how old are you? Who taught you to say that?"

  Looking at the little boy with his hands clasped behind his back, who is clearly a naive and innocent face, but pretending to be mature, just like a Confucius teaching a class, it's really adorable.

  It also made Han Xi's eyes and hands itch, but she still endured it. If she didn't, he would be in trouble if he cried later on.

  Who would have thought that after the little boy heard Han Xi Tong's words, he hummed lightly with a complacent expression, his eyebrows filled with self-satisfaction.

  "No one taught me, I learned it myself by reading books!"

  "Haha, you're really clever!"

  Seeing the little boy's complacent look, Han Xi couldn't help but want to tease him.

  He stood up straight, his hands clasped behind his back, and raised an eyebrow. The words that came out of Han Xi Tong's mouth made the little boy smile even more proudly, but when he heard what Han Xi Tong said next, a pair of light and handsome eyebrows furrowed slightly.

  "Well, then you know why men and women should not be too intimate? Your mother is also a woman, isn't she? Does that mean you won't get close to your mother?"

  Two questions in a row, and the little boy was stumped. His eyebrows furrowed into a frown, he completely forgot to pretend to be an adult, biting his finger as he buried his head in thought.

  She had only wanted to tease the little boy, but seeing his worried expression, Han Xi suddenly couldn't bear it and immediately changed the subject.

  "Hey, little brother, who are you and why are you hiding behind the fake mountain?"

  Although there are guards patrolling this place, it is still a rare sight, and looking at the young boy's luxurious clothes, he doesn't seem to be of low status.

  When Han Xi Tong finished speaking, the little boy was no longer entangled in his previous question. Instead, he raised a delicate and tender small face, with a soft and sweet voice that was very moving.

  "My name is Jingyu Chen, sister, are you also playing hide-and-seek with someone else?"

  "Jade Yu Chen?"

  Han Xi's eyes narrowed as she carefully pondered the name, and in the next second, she suddenly thought of something, her beautiful eyes widening in surprise.

  "Xuan Yu Chen! ? You're actually Xiao Chenzi's master, the Fifteenth Imperial Son!?"

  Han Xi Tong was slightly surprised, after all, in the Tian Xuan Imperial Court, only members of the imperial family could use the surname Jing. Adding to that, the young boy's attire and age, Han Xi Tong quickly guessed his identity.

  "Really? Do you know Little Chen too? I'm playing hide-and-seek with him right now! Do you want to join us?"

  Xing Yu Chen said with a innocent face, it was only at this moment that his face revealed the innocence and cuteness that someone of his age should have!

  However, Han Xi now heard his words and thought of another thing in her heart, and her face changed suddenly.

  This is terrible, I was just talking to Xuan Yu Chen and forgot that it's been a long time since the class in Shangshu Fang ended. I don't know if Xuan Xiao Ran will be angry when she sees that she didn't go.

  As she thought of this, Han Xi bid farewell to Xing Yu Chen and turned to leave. But who knew that her waist was tightened again.

  "Yu Chen, sister is busy now, can we play another day?"

  Han Xi Tong's heart was anxious, but she still endured her anxiety and said to Xuan Yu Chen.

  Xuan Yu Chen listened and then raised her small, delicate face, blinking her big, round eyes, and asked.

  "Which palace is your sister in? Where should Yuchen go to find you later?"

  Looking at Xuan Yu Chen tightly grasping her own hem, it seemed that if she didn't give a clear answer, he wouldn't let go. Han Xi Tong looked at him and had no choice but to reveal that she lived in Xiao Ya Palace. Xuan Yu Chen heard this and reluctantly let go of her hem.

  Because he really likes this sister and hopes she can play with him in the future!

  Unaware of Xuan Yu Chen's thoughts, Han Xi's eyes were on Xuan Yu Chen as he let go of his sleeve and quickly walked towards the study.

  ……

  For several days in a row, Han Xi Tong went to the library every morning after lunch to read books, and in the afternoon, she would go to the plum blossom forest to learn to play the piano with Xuan Tian Qi.

  Perhaps it was the good teaching or Han Xi Tong really had a talent for playing the piano, so Han Xi Tong's piano skills gradually improved. Finally, she could play a complete piece without making a single mistake.

  Although it can't be compared with Xuan Tianqi's natural talent, Han Xi Tong was already very satisfied.

  Because he feared Han Xi Tong suspected his identity, whenever he made an appointment with Han Xi Tong to practice the piano, Xuan Tian Qi would wear a prepared eunuch costume and order people to surround the Plum Blossom Forest, not allowing anyone to approach. After taking Han Xi Tong away, he would immediately change out of it, without letting others see.

  Joke, if someone sees him, a prince, wearing eunuch clothes, what would they think?

  Actually, there were many times when he wanted to confess his identity to Han Xi Tong, but unfortunately, every time he thought of opening his mouth, upon meeting Han Xi Tong's clear and trusting eyes, the words would immediately be swallowed back into his stomach.

  Because he cherished every minute and second of his time with Han Hui-tae.

  Every day, the thing he looked forward to most was these two hours in the afternoon. Because at this time, he could be himself again, not that high and mighty, awe-inspiring and intimidating prince, but just an ordinary person.

  And every night, he would lie in bed and savor the details of his interactions with Han Xiuxiu during the day, looking forward to tomorrow...

  This feeling is so wonderful that it can't be put into words, from his initial freshness to the present treasured aftertaste, yet he has a faint unease in his heart.

  Afraid of being exposed at the critical moment, Han Xi would leave with a flick of his sleeve due to his concealment and deception.

  This is what he worries about most...

  Although he didn't know what was going on in Cang Tian Qi's heart, because he hid it too well, however, Han Xi Tong still sensitively detected that when he smiled warmly, his eyes revealed a faint sense of abnormality.

  So, when Han Xuan saw Tian Qi again and looked at her with a hesitant expression, Han Xuan stopped playing the piano, raised his beautiful face that was not made up but still radiant, slightly opened his red lips, and between his eyebrows there was a hint of doubt and worry, and said in a low voice.

  "Little Chen, you've been acting strange these past few days, is there something you want to tell me?"

  Han Xi Tong's voice was crisp and clear, like large and small pearls falling onto a jade plate, moving people to the extreme.

  And her gaze fell on the man in front of her.

  At this moment, the wind is gentle and the sun is beautiful outside, with no clouds in sight. The plum blossoms are still blooming beautifully. The fragrance of plum blossoms lingers around my nose.

  The man in front of him, although he was wearing a blue eunuch uniform at the moment and didn't have the same elegance as when he wore white clothes, had a different flavor.

  Slender and tall in figure, with skin as white as jade.

  After all, people who look good no matter what they wear are just so good-looking!

  And that man's Tian Qi, upon hearing Han Xi Tong's words, his beautiful phoenix eyes flickered with a hint of surprise, and in his heart, he was slightly startled.

  Is it that her thoughts are too transparent, or is he being too obvious!?

  However, since she has already sensed it, he might as well be honest with her. It's better for him to confess to her himself than to let her find out later on.

  Thinking of this, Tianqi's red lips were tightly pursed, and she pondered for a long time in her heart, thinking about how to open her mouth best.

  Seeing Xuan Tianqi's silent and contemplative expression, Han Xi didn't rush him, but instead waited patiently for his next words.

  Lowering her head and looking at the patient face gazing back at her, Jing Tianqi's phoenix eyes flickered for a moment before she slowly spoke up.

  "Xi Tong, if I told you that I deceived you about something, would you forgive me?"

  Tian Qi asked in a soft voice, with a hint of caution and probing.

  Han Xi Tong's face slightly stiffened after hearing his words, as if she hadn't expected him to say that.

  However, looking at Xuan Tian Qi's worried and anxious expression, Han Xi furrowed her brow in thought before speaking up.

  "This is hard to say, so let's see what you've actually deceived me of. If it's a very serious deception, I certainly won't forgive you."

  When Tianqi heard Han Xi's words, she felt a lump in her throat and her whole body was like falling into an icy cave. Her heart had cooled down completely. Those good-looking eyebrows were also tightly furrowed, almost becoming a single line.

  "If I'm being honest, I don't want to deceive you either. And to be frank, I already feel guilty about it. Would you forgive me if that's the case?"

  Xing Tianqi continued to ask, and Han Xi saw his anxious and uneasy expression, feeling a little unbearable in her heart.

  Moreover, during this period of time spent with Tianqi, she also knew that Tianqi was not a bad person.

  He is gentle with people, and the more you get along with him, the more you can sense that he doesn't seem to be an ordinary 'eunuch', because if he were really a 'eunuch', it would be impossible for him to understand so many things.

  It was just that poem he recited last time, she thought he was following the 15th prince and gradually also liked to read books, so he would also recite a poem.

  However, recently, being with him and watching his exceptional piano skills, I'm afraid even the musicians in the palace can't compare to him!

  Although he was wearing a eunuch's uniform, he couldn't hide his noble and dignified demeanor that came with his birth, nor could he conceal those good-looking hands that were well taken care of.

  All these signs, she had discovered long ago. However, seeing him was simply a very simple act of making friends with her, without doing anything unfavorable to her. Han Xi Tong just pretended to be clueless.

  Because everyone has her own secrets, doesn't she have many secrets too? Moreover, they are absolutely not to be spoken out loud. If people find out that she is not a person of this world but a transmigrator who has come back from the dead, others would think she's a monster!

  Thinking of this, Han Xi's eyes were already understanding, and she looked at Xuan Tian Qi with a soft voice.

  "Although I don't like being deceived by others, but I believe you didn't intentionally deceive me either, so I forgive you! So, can you tell me now, what exactly did you deceive me of?"

  "Xi Tong, you really forgave me?!"

  It seemed unbelievable that Han Xi would actually forgive him, causing Jing Tianqi's eyes to widen in surprise.

  Moreover, he was even more excited in his heart. At least, from now on, when facing Han Xi Tong, he wouldn't have to feel guilty about other things, however...

  "Xī Tóng, then can you promise me one thing?"

  "Say."

  "If I tell you this thing and you still treat me like now, we are still friends."

  Because he cherished this friendship too much, so he didn't want to ruin it because of his identity.

  Han Xi Tong's heart had never been like this before!?!

  She grew up in an orphanage, although there were a few friends around her, but after coming out into society, they gradually drifted apart. Moreover, she met Cheng Wei, who became her everything, and at that time, her identity did not allow her to make friends.

  Because she can't let others know that she is the Flying Thief who is being pursued by various countries. So, for Jingtian Qi this friend, she also cherishes very much.

  Under Jing Tianqi's expectant gaze, Han Xi nodded lightly.

  After getting Han Xi Tong's answer, Xuan Tian Qi felt that the big stone in her heart was much lighter.

  Also intended to tell Han Xi Tong about his true identity, who knew that when Xuan Tian Qi had just opened his mouth, he swept the corner of his eye and saw his personal eunuch Xiao Cai Zi hiding under the plum blossom tree, waving at him.

  Xiao Cai Zi didn't say a word, but Tian Qi understood what he wanted to express from his body language.

  It's the Emperor Father who wants to summon him!

  Damn it! Not early, not late, but just at this moment!

  A hint of distress in her heart made Tianqi involuntarily furrow his good-looking eyebrows.

  Then, when facing Shang Han Xi's gaze, his eyes also carried a hint of apology.

  "Xī Tóng, I have something urgent to attend to right now. Can I tell you about it tomorrow?"

  Han Xi's eyes slightly froze, and her beautiful eyes swept across to see a small eunuch not far away, seemingly waiting for Cui Tian Qi.

  Han Xi Tong didn't make things difficult for him either.

  "Alright! Since you have something urgent now, go and take care of it first!"

  When Ting Tianqi heard Han Xi's words, her heart skipped a beat and she felt moved by her understanding.

  A woman as intelligent and transparent as her, having such a kindred spirit in life, is indeed enviable! Xuan Tianqi thought to herself, smiling gratefully at Han Xiying, before immediately striding out of the Jade Pavilion, hastily departing.

  Tai Tian Qi's tall and handsome figure gradually disappeared from her line of sight, but Han Xi didn't hurry to leave, instead she practiced her piano skills again.

  The gentle spring breeze blew down a rain of pink flower petals across the sky, and the rich, intoxicating fragrance of flowers filled the surrounding air.

  Sitting quietly in front of the guqin, taking a deep breath of the fragrant plum blossom scent, Han Xi's eyes calmed down, and her slender fingers, like jade, gently fell onto the strings. Immediately, a melodious sound flowed out instantly, like a spring gushing forth.

  At this moment, the melody she played was completely free and easy, yet so gentle and touching.

  Sometimes like a phoenix singing softly, sometimes like pearls falling on a jade plate, sometimes like butterflies flying and cranes dancing, sometimes like flowers falling on the strings of a zither...

  Her slender fingers danced like floating clouds and flowing water, her snow-white sleeves fluttering as if dancing, complemented by the ancient tan-colored guqin, a truly delightful sight!

  Han Xi's fingers danced on the strings, lost in the music, yet she didn't notice that at this moment, a tall figure with bright red hair was slowly approaching her, swaying to the rhythm of her beautiful melody.

  Xingyang Lie's recent mood has been extremely irritable. Today, while talking to the Emperor, he was actually distracted and got scolded by the Emperor with a stern face, telling him that even if he is romantic, he should have some self-control and not be too indulgent, lest he ruin his body...

  Listening to Father Emperor's words made Jingyang Lie feel both embarrassed and helpless, with a bitter taste that wouldn't dissipate.

  After all, he hadn't been with a woman for a long time and had completely forgotten what it was like to be with one, because... he liked... men.

  Of course, he couldn't tell his father about these things. Even if his father loved him dearly, he still wouldn't be able to accept something like this.

  So, Jingyang Lie could only be a mute eating bitter melon, with grievances that cannot be spoken!

  A sense of irritability has been plaguing Jingyang Lie, making him restless and uneasy. His mind is a jumble of frustration, yet he doesn't know how to vent his emotions, causing his complexion to be gloomy lately.

  The eunuch Xiaozhu who followed behind him was even more nervous, seeing the gloomy and irritable Xiangyang Lie.

  After all, I have been serving by my master's side for over a decade. My former master was always so spirited and carefree, how could he be like this now, always moody and unpredictable, making it impossible to grasp his thoughts.

  But Master's change should have been on that 'assassination' night a month ago...

  What exactly happened that night? It's as if the master has changed into a completely different person.

  Although he was a close eunuch serving the master, every time the master had fun with women, no one else was allowed to approach. So for that night's affairs, he didn't know at all, only knowing that the master was injured all over his body that night, especially his butt...

  Could it be that Master was abused that night...

  At this moment when Xiaozhu was indulging in infinite daydreams, Xiangyang Lie suddenly stopped his footsteps.

  At the same time, a beautiful piano sound also came from the peach blossom forest.

  "Hmm, who's playing the zither in the plum blossom forest?"

  Xu Yang Lie's face was full of confusion. Xiao Zhu Zi, who was following behind him, also heard it and immediately said without thinking.

  "It must be His Highness the Crown Prince!"

  After all, in the palace, who doesn't know that Meihualin was built by Xuan Huang for Yu Fei, and the guqin inside Meihualin also belongs to Yu Fei. No one dares to play it. But the Crown Prince often goes to Meihualin, so naturally, this guqin is played by the Crown Prince!

  It's not that I don't know what Xiao Zhuzi is thinking, but when Xiang Yanglie first heard the sound of the guqin, he also thought it was Xiang Tianqi. However, after listening carefully, he would notice that this sound is different from the one his elder brother usually plays, so Xiang Yanglie can be sure that this sound is not played by his elder brother!

  But if it wasn't the eldest prince, who would be so bold as to play the ancient zither of Yu Fei? You should know that this ancient zither holds great significance for the eldest prince. Not only does he have someone clean it every day, but also doesn't allow anyone to touch it! It's imaginable how much importance the eldest prince attaches to this ancient zither!

  Thinking of this, Xuan Yang Lie's curiosity was deeply piqued.

  What he found most incredible was that when he heard this beautiful piano music, his originally restless heart gradually calmed down.

  Just like a gentle breeze, it slowly blew into his restless heart...

  The feet that were originally moving forward suddenly turned around and went straight to the plum blossom forest, but after walking two steps, Yang Lie stopped again, slightly turning his head, and said in a low voice to Xiao Zhu who was following behind him.

  "Little bamboo, you stay here, don't follow me."

  "Yes."

  Although Xiao Zhu Zi didn't understand, he still obediently stayed in place. Then, he saw a figure clad in bright red, Yang Lie, striding towards the Plum Blossom Forest with an untamed gait...

  Plum blossoms remain delicate and unostentatious, blooming in clusters and single flowers, filling the surroundings.

  The spring breeze is gently blowing, and the faint but elegant fragrance of plum blossoms is lingering around my nose.

  At this moment, Xuan Yang Lie was not in a hurry, his footsteps slow on the muddy road covered with plum blossoms. His narrow and romantic peach blossom eyes were slightly narrowed, and the faint smile at the corner of his mouth added a few more lazy and charming touches to his handsome appearance!

  He savored the beautiful scenery of Mei Hai while quietly listening to the elegant piano melody, feeling his entire being calm and comfortable. It swept away the troubles that had been plaguing him for days, bringing him immense joy.

  Although this melody didn't sound like the best to him, it inexplicably cleansed his troubled mind and made Jing Yang Lie curious about who could play such a wonderful tune.

  With a puzzled mind, Xuan Yang slowly walked through the blooming plum trees and headed towards the Jade Pavilion.

  At this moment, Han Xi's eyes were closed as she played the piano with abandon, unaware that her music had attracted a man she thought she would never see again in this lifetime!

  After playing the tune to her heart's content, Han Xi's eyes, which had been lightly closed, slowly opened to reveal their sparkling beauty. She rested for a moment, then stood up from the stool, noticing that it was already late, and decided to take a walk outside before heading back.

  Just as she had just stepped out of the Jade Pavilion and walked into the plum blossom forest, another tall and majestic red figure appeared in front of the Jade Pavilion.

  Looking at the empty Jade Pavilion, Jingyang Lie's good-looking sword-like eyebrows involuntarily twitched slightly.

  Why is there nobody?

  Striding into the Jade Pavilion, Xuan Yang Lie slowly extended his slender snow-white fingers, lightly stroking the strings of the guqin before moving to sit on the stool in front of it.

  The faint warmth on his hands told Yang Lie that the person who had just played the piano had left not long ago.

  His heart skipped a beat, and a sense of anxious unease suddenly welled up in his mind, as if he had missed something.

  Such a feeling, unprecedented, also made the originally calm and lazy Jingyang Liehei's eyes widen in surprise, with a hint of panic. Immediately, he turned around and rushed quickly into the plum blossom forest.

  Although I don't know why a strange feeling suddenly surged up in my heart, at this moment, Xuan Yang Lie's heart only had one thought, which was -

  Find the person who just played the piano!

  With a hint of anxiety in his heart, Yang Lie hurriedly shuttled back and forth through the plum blossom forest, his narrow and sentimental peach blossom eyes constantly searching, not stopping for a moment, fearing that he would miss something.

  But this plum blossom forest is neither big nor small, it's just right.

  Especially when plum blossoms are in full bloom, they are like beautiful screens. When people stand among them, it's as if they've entered a maze and finding someone is not easy!

  However, it did not make Yang Lie give up at all. Instead, he kept shuttling back and forth in the plum blossom forest, and that enchanting red robe was like a splash of colorful and elegant color in this dense but not gorgeous plum blossom forest...

  At the same time, unbeknownst to her, Han Xi Tong was being searched for by someone. She was now strolling leisurely in the plum blossom forest, with the gentle breeze blowing and petals falling from the sky like rain. She suddenly stopped in her tracks, standing beside a plum tree, slowly extending her slender, white as jade hands, catching the petals that fell into her palms.

  Jing's gaze fell on the delicate, pale pink petals of the plum blossom in her palm, and Han Xi's eyes curved into a gentle smile. Her eyes narrowed slightly, with a clear and sparkling glint at the bottom, like a serene and beautiful spring. The beauty was breathtaking!

  Han Xi Tong didn't stay in the Plum Blossom Forest for long, just strolling around for a bit before walking out of the forest. Unbeknownst to her, at the moment she left, a stunning figure in red appeared where she had just stood... "No one's here, could they have already left?"

  After a long while of searching, still not finding anyone's shadow, Xuan Yang gazed at the still breathtakingly beautiful plum blossoms, but a faint sense of loss welled up in his heart.

  The heart seems to be missing a corner, how to fill it is still empty...

  As soon as he stepped out of the plum blossom forest, a small bamboo shoot immediately walked up to him with respect, his face filled with curiosity yet still respectful, and asked.

  "Your Highness, who was playing the piano just now?"

  Upon hearing Xiao Zhu's words, Yang Lie's heart, which had originally calmed down, became restless once again.

  A blue vein bulged on his forehead, and the peach blossom eyes were filled with a gloomy light that flashed back and forth. The tightly pursed red lips also showed their owner's displeasure.

  At this moment, Yang Lie was like a ferocious lion, with the four words "Beware of Strangers" written all over his face, making people tremble with fear.

  The impatient black eyes glanced at the little bamboo beside him, scaring the little bamboo so much that his scalp felt numb, and he didn't dare ask any more questions.

  My heart is about to cry with no tears, just now I saw the master's mood was fine, but now it has changed again, the master's heart is more unpredictable than the weather in June...

  I don't know what Xiaozhu thought, but Xiangyang Lie was already feeling annoyed and was about to leave with a flourish. However, at this moment, a beautiful figure emerged from the plum blossom forest, causing Xiangyang Lie's footsteps to pause, his heart skipping a beat as he turned his head to look -

  A girl of fifteen or sixteen years old, wearing a peach-red dress, with a crimson hairpin around her head, and a red gemstone on her ear, shining brightly, dressed up very gorgeously, like a peony flower that has just bloomed.

  Behind the woman, there were also two young maidservants of similar age, and judging from their attire, they did not appear to be palace staff.

  Indeed, this woman was not a palace resident. She was the granddaughter of Shu Qing, also known as the niece of Imperial Noble Consort Shu and the cousin of Eighth Prince's daughter, Shu Zhenzhen!

  Someone came to the palace today and said that Consort Shu was thinking of her, so she invited her to stay in the palace for a few days.

  For her aunt's invitation, who had doted on her since she was a child, Shu Zhen would naturally not refuse.

  Originally, she thought that the Empress Dowager had invited her into the palace just to chat with her about family matters, but later on, Shu Zhenzhen heard from the Empress Dowager's own mouth that she actually intended for her son to marry her as his eighth imperial concubine and asked if she was willing.

  Understanding the meaning of Shu Guifei's words, Shu Zhenzhen was suddenly struck as if by lightning and stood still on the spot, because she had never thought that Shu Guifei would have such an idea.

  Although Shu Guifei had been very good to her since she was a child, if she wanted her to marry the Eighth Prince, she would rather die than agree!

  To know, she didn't say anything with her mouth, but in fact, she had disliked the eighth prince since childhood.

  Because the eighth prince not only looked ugly like a smelly pig head, but also had a lustful nature, every time he gazed at her with eyes that were full of lust, making her feel as if she was standing naked in front of him, it was extremely disgusting!

  However, considering that the Shu Guifei was good to her, she didn't say anything wrong about the Eighth Prince. But if she had to marry him, she would rather die! So, Shu Zhen only said very vaguely that she always treated the Eighth Prince as her own brother and did not have any romantic feelings for him. Then, taking advantage of the fact that the Shu Guifei hadn't said anything else, she quickly found an excuse to slip out, planning to catch her breath. Who would have known that she would meet a heavenly man here!

  In an instant, Shu Zhen was like a thunderbolt on a clear day, and she was stunned on the spot.

  That lovely little face, with charming eyes wide open, couldn't hide the astonishment in her eyes!

  Good heavens! Is there really such a handsome man in this world!?

  His five senses are as beautiful as a god, his facial features are clear and distinct, his sword-like eyebrows slanting into his temples, his eyes shining brightly like black agate, radiating dazzling light. Below his proud nose, a pair of lips more beautiful than those of a woman, so beautiful that one can't help but want to step forward and kiss them!

  Moreover, Shu Zhen discovered for the first time that a man could also wear red clothes so well, not looking feminine at all!

  That dazzling red, as if tailored for him, set off his elegant and refined demeanor, with an extraordinary air about him!

  Shu Zhen's heart was racing like a little deer jumping around, her heartbeat accelerating nonstop, and she felt excited and thrilled inside.

  Such an exceptionally handsome man is truly worthy of her...

  Just as Shu Zhenzhen was excited in her heart, that little bamboo saw Shu Zhenzhen not paying respects to the master of the house and couldn't help but let out a cry.

  "How dare you! You see the Fourth Prince and don't hurry up to pay your respects!"

  "What, Fourth Prince!?"

  Shu Zhen's eyes widened in surprise, and immediately she was wildly excited.

  Good heavens! It turns out this man is actually the Fourth Prince!?

  Although she wasn't a palace person, she had heard quite a few stories about the Fourth Prince.

  It is said that the fourth prince not only has the favor of Xing Huan, but also has a handsome appearance and a charming personality. He is gentle and generous to women, never stingy. Moreover, the most important thing is that his position as the crown prince is still vacant, so not only the women in the court or the palace are eager to get his favor, but also want to sit on the throne of the fourth princess!

  Shu Zhen's heart was racing as if she was about to fly, but she tightly suppressed her excitement. On her face, a delicate and charming expression immediately appeared, and she elegantly yet demurely curtsied towards Xuan Yang Lie.

  "Shu Zhen has seen the Fourth Prince!"

  Shu Zhen's lips, painted with lipstick, parted slightly, and her voice was like a gentle chirping of birds, conveying unspoken emotions that moved people deeply.

  Looking at the beautifully dressed and charming Shu Zhenzhen in front of him, Xuan Yang's sword-like eyebrows slightly furrowed. However, soon after, he opened his mouth to speak.

  "Shu Zhenzhen? How long have you been here? Just now, the sound of the guqin in the Plum Blossom Forest, was it played by you?"

  Although I think Shu Zhen's dress is too gorgeous and doesn't match the tone of the piano sound just now, but earlier he turned around in there for a few laps without seeing anyone else. Now, she comes out from the plum blossom forest, could it be that the elegant and lively piano sound just now was played by this woman in front of me?

  Xuanyang's heart was filled with doubts.

  But Shu Zhen didn't understand what Yang Lie said at all after hearing his words.

  However, Mei Mou stole a glance at the handsome face in front of her.

  But seeing the man's face with a hint of anxiety and some expectation, could it be that the Fourth Prince is searching for the person who played the piano!?

  At this point, Shu Zhenzhen's beautiful eyes drooped down, and she pondered for a moment. Although she was not the one who played the piano, it seemed that even the Fourth Prince couldn't find the person who did, which was why he asked her like this. Since that was the case, why not just admit it? After all, her piano skills were not bad, and she could use this as an excuse to interact with the Fourth Prince more... Having thought this through, Shu Zhenzhen immediately put on a shy and embarrassed expression, and replied with a tender tone.

  "Zhen Zhen is no talent, and let the fourth prince see a joke."

  "What, it's really you?!"

  When Xuan Yang heard Shu Zhen's words, there was a hint of surprise in his eyes. After all, the woman in front of him, no matter how she dressed or her temperament, belonged to that stunning type, but she played such a clear and elegant melody, really... you can't judge a person by their appearance!

  But for some reason, after knowing that she was the owner of the melody, a sense of loss appeared in Lieyang's heart...

  I don't know what Xiang Yang Lie is thinking about. Seeing Xiang Yang Lie's silent and expressionless face, Shu Zhen thought he was thinking of something.

  The brilliant sunshine in the sky shines brightly, and the golden sunlight gently sprinkles on the man's body, outlining his unparalleled elegance.

  And that stunning face, no matter what angle you look at it from, is so beautiful that you can't find a single flaw, perfectly incredible!

  "The Fourth Prince..."

  Seeing Xiang Yanglie's prolonged silence, Shu Zhen's eyes were filled with doubt, and she said in a soft and reproachful tone, which also brought Xiang Yanglie back to his senses from his deep contemplation.

  He lifted his narrow peach blossom eyes and looked at the delicate and charming face in front of him. With his current aversion to women, if it were any other woman, he would have walked away without hesitation. But that song just now was so beautiful, it actually washed away the annoyance in his heart...

  "The piano you just played sounds great."

  Xu Yang Lie said in a low and husky voice that was 70% lazy and 30% charming, which was really nice to hear.

  "Thank you, Fourth Prince, for your praise. Zhenzhen just played randomly earlier. If the Fourth Prince likes Zhenzhen's zither playing, it would be a great honor for her. In the future, if the Fourth Prince wants to listen to Zhenzhen play again, she would be more than happy to serve him."

  Shu Zhen said, her face was even more stained with a faint blush, looking at Xuan Yang Lie's gaze, and she was even more charming and seductive.

  It's not that he didn't know the meaning and implication in Shu Zhen's eyes, but Xuan Yang Lie just smiled and said casually.

  "In that case, thank you first, Miss Zhen."

  Although he liked the sound of the piano just now, but for this woman's coquettish flattery, it still made Jingyang Lian's heart feel disgusted.

  However, he wouldn't show it on his face. After saying this polite phrase, he didn't want to talk to Shu Zhenzhen anymore and turned around to leave in big strides.

  Shu Zhen had long been infatuated with Xiang Yang Lie's heroic bearing, and naturally couldn't see the disgust he felt towards her.

  Her eyes were fixed on that stunning figure as it gradually left her line of sight, and in Shu Zhen's heart, a huge determination emerged.

  If she were to marry, she would have to marry a man as handsome and excellent as the Fourth Prince!

  The next day, Han Xi Tong hadn't even gone to the library to read books when he was pulled by a little person and ran outside.

  This little guy was naturally the Fifteenth Prince, Jing Yu Chen, whom he had met behind the fake mountain last night!

  Yesterday I casually told him that she was from Xiao Yagong, and unexpectedly he came the next day, and what's more, he had a butterfly kite in his hand that was even bigger than him.

  That delicate and lovely child is just like a fairy, paired with the beautiful butterfly kite, it's a perfect match, however you look at it, it's adorable.

  However--

  "Little brother, aren't you supposed to go to school?"

  Although she knew he was the Fifteenth Prince, with a noble status, in Han Xi Tong's view, everyone is equal. If she were to call this little guy "Fifteenth Prince", it would be awkward no matter how she called him.

  However, Xuan Yu Chen was somewhat unhappy with Han Xi Tong's way of addressing her. She pouted her small mouth and spoke in a soft, coquettish tone, with a hint of complaint.

  "Don't call me little brother, I'm four years old now, not small anymore! Sister can call me Chen Er or Yu Er, Father and Mother are also calling me that."

  Only to see Xing Yu Chen's hand raised with four short, plump little fingers, indicating his age this year, and a deliberately mature expression on his face, making Han Xi's eyes uncontrollably smile.

  Only four years old! It's an age when children are innocent and naive!

  "Well, then sister will call you Yuer from now on, okay?"

  "Alright."

  Han Xi Tong's term of endearment for herself made Yun Yu Chen nod in satisfaction, and then she smiled sweetly, revealing a pair of cute little tiger teeth.

  "Sister, let's go fly a kite quickly? Little Chen said the weather is great today, it's perfect for flying kites!"

  "Fly a kite? But don't you have classes anymore?"

  Being pulled by Xuan Yu Chen, Han Xi blinked her beautiful eyes and asked in confusion. Upon hearing her words, Xuan Yu Chen didn't say anything, but instead, You Er on the side explained to Han Xi.

  "Master, because the Fifteenth Prince is still young and several years younger than the other princes, originally, Xuan Huang planned to let him enter the Imperial Academy in a year's time. However, since the Fifteenth Prince is quite diligent in his studies, Xuan Huang allowed him to follow along to the Imperial Academy, where some tutors would assign him homework. As long as he could complete that day's assignments, it was fine!"

  "Oh, I see."

  Han Xi Tong nodded understandingly, while Xuan Yu Chen on the other side seemed impatient, tightly holding Han Xi Tong's hand and urging him.

  "Sister, let's go fly a kite quickly, you promised to play with Yuer yesterday! Look, the kite made by Xiao Chenzi is the best in the entire imperial palace, it flies the highest!"

  Xingyu Chen said, and took out the butterfly kite in his hand to show Han Xi Tong, with a proud face. Han Xi Tong smiled with pursed lips, and her sparkling eyes fell on the butterfly kite that Xingyu Chen had handed over.

  Is it done by Little Chen?

  And it's done quite well too.

  Who would have thought that a man as elegant as jade would also make kites! It's actually piqued Han Xi Tong's curiosity.

  "Alright, then I'll accompany you to fly a kite today! Let's go, son!"

  "Alright, young master!"

  When Han Xi Tong spoke, You Er immediately smiled with joy, after all, he was still a young child and naturally loved playing these things!

  Then, Han Xi Tong and the three of them hurriedly walked towards the direction of the Imperial Flower Garden.

  Because there is a large area of grass on the side of the imperial garden, it's most suitable for flying kites. Moreover, Han Xi Tong was still thinking about what 'Little Chen Zi' didn't tell her yesterday, what did 'Little Chen Zi' deceive her of!?

  ……

  Today's weather is particularly clear and sunny, with a gentle spring breeze, a blue sky, and warm sunshine, making it the perfect day to fly a kite!

  The lawn next to the flower garden is very spacious, and the green grass is like a bright green carpet, with small flowers dotted among them, it's really beautiful!

  When Han Xi Tong and they arrived at the Imperial Garden, from afar, Han Xi Tong saw a eunuch crouching not far away making a kite.

  Because the eunuch had his back to her, Han Xi couldn't see what he looked like. However, Jing Yu Chen was already pointing at the eunuch's back and smiling as she said to Han Xi...

  "Hehe, sister, Little Chen is making kites over there! I'll ask Little Chen to make a few more, so you can pick the one you like!"

  "Hehe, Yu'er is really meticulous!"

  Han Xi Tong smiled and said with a smile, then stretched out her hand and couldn't help but pinch Xuan Yu Chen's soft little face again. Upon hearing Han Xi Tong's words, Xuan Yu Chen was filled with adorable smiles.

  Han Xi's action of pinching his little face was also tacitly approved.

  Because, for some reason, from the moment he saw this sister, he liked her extremely. Because she had a faint, pleasant floral scent on her body, which smelled very warm.

  I don't know what Xing Yu Chen is thinking in her heart, but Han Xi Tong just quickened her pace and walked towards Xiao Chen Zi.

  Looking at Little Chen squatting on the ground, making a kite with great effort, Han Xi's mouth curved up, and she decided to greet Little Chen. Who knew that at the same time, Little Chen, who was originally facing away from her, suddenly turned his face around, looking at this unfamiliar face, Han Xi only felt a "boom" in her mind, and the smile on her face also froze instantly.

  Xing Yu Chen did not notice the abnormality on Han Xi's face, and as soon as he arrived, he was attracted by several newly made kites on the ground, and exclaimed as he ran over.

  "Wow, these kites are really beautiful! Sister, which one do you like? There's a swallow, an eagle, a phoenix, a dragonfly..."

  Xingyu Chen excitedly smiled, but after waiting for a long time, he didn't get Han Xi Tong's response. He couldn't help but blink his lovely eyes and look at Han Xi Tong.

  "Sister, what's wrong?"

  "Uh..."

  Hearing Xuan Yu Chen's words, Han Xi slowly came back to her senses, but her gaze still fell on the little Chenzi on the ground. Her eyebrows furrowed slightly, with a hint of uncertainty, and asked.

  "Are you really Little Chen?"

  "Speaking of which, I was just thinking of Little Chen!"

  Although he didn't understand why Han Xi suddenly asked this question, Xiao Chenzi still opened his mouth with a respectful face.

  And when speaking, his tone is respectful and humble, with a modest demeanor, just like Xiao Dezi, the standard eunuch model.

  At this, Han Xi's eyebrows furrowed first, and then a hint of understanding flashed in her eyes.

  No wonder, she should have seen it coming long ago!

  If he were really a eunuch, why would he still exude an air of nobility even when dressed in eunuch attire? And with the extraordinary and refined charm that came so naturally to him, she should have seen long ago that he wasn't a eunuch...

  But if he wasn't a eunuch, then who was he!?

  Han Xi Tong's mind was filled with doubts, but Xuan Yu Chen couldn't wait any longer and hastily interrupted her thoughts.

  "Sister, what are you thinking about? Why don't we go fly a kite?" Facing Yu Chen's expectant little face, Han Xi didn't want to think about anything else anymore. After all, she would find out about this matter sooner or later, so why rush?

  After understanding this point, Han Xi's eyes softened, and she smiled sweetly.

  "Great, let's go fly a kite!"

  Being with the half-grown kids by her side made Han Xi suddenly feel like she had become much younger, as if she had returned to her own childhood.

  Because the orphanage was very poor and there were no fun things for them, so the principal taught everyone to make kites and then took them to a relatively open place to fly kites.

  But all these are very distant things now, thinking about it has already been over a decade...

  So now flying a kite again, not only makes Han Xi's eyes produce a nostalgic feeling, but also plays more wildly.

  That silvery laughter was so cheerful and delightful, sweet as if it could infect the people around.

  Not just Han Xi Tong went crazy, but also Xuan Yu Chen, Xiao Chen Zi and You Er, three people around him also went crazy.

  At this moment, in the azure sky, four colorful kites are flying high, adding a lot of vitality to the clean and bright sky!

  And at this moment, the highest flying is Yu Chen's butterfly, second is Han Xi Tong's dragonfly, followed by You Er's swallow, and Xiao Chenzi's eagle...

  For a moment, all I could hear was the sound of laughter coming from the vast expanse of lush green grass.

  The grass is emerald green and serene, the sky is azure like water, and in the distance, the mountains stretch continuously, with sparkling water. This scene looks as if it were a carefully drawn ink painting by the heavens themselves.

  Unfortunately, such a beautiful scene did not last long and was thoroughly disrupted by someone.

  "Oh no!"

  With a loud cry, a woman who was dressed to the nines was seen lying on the ground in a very sorry state. The two maids behind her immediately rushed forward and helped her up.

  "Miss, what's wrong with you? Are you okay?"

  "I'm going to die, Miss! Are you okay? I didn't mean to bump into you!"

  Seeing the beautiful woman who was hit by himself, looking at her clothes and dress, although not like a palace person, but dressed in luxury, You'er saw it, and his heart was even more flustered.

  It turned out that Rong Er had wanted to fly his kite higher earlier, so he kept leaning back and falling backwards, occasionally letting out more string, but didn't notice the person behind him. As a result, he ended up bumping into the woman who was walking towards him from behind.

  And this woman was none other than Shu Zhenzhen!

  Since meeting the elegant and unrestrained Fourth Prince in Plum Blossom Forest yesterday, Shu Zhenzhen has been completely captivated by his stunning appearance.

  So, I got up early and carefully dressed myself up.

  Even the hair bun on her head took an hour to complete, let alone the dress she was wearing, which was a trendy pink pleated skirt, and it was also a product of the famous Absolute Color Workshop, which was not cheap.

  Today it rained heavily, I just planned to go to Plum Blossom Forest again to see if I could meet the Fourth Prince again.

  Who knew, while passing by the Imperial Garden, hearing the laughter coming from this side, suddenly curious, and walked over.

  It's a coincidence, at that time Shu Zhen and the others were only looking at the colorful kites in the sky, and for a moment they didn't notice Ruo Er coming towards them backwards, which led to the current situation!

  Although she was like this, Shu Zhenzhen was born into a wealthy family and had been spoiled since childhood. Now, seeing her beautiful clothes getting dirty and her hair messy, she suddenly got angry. Ignoring You'er's sincere apology, she immediately raised her hand high and swung it forcefully towards You'er's face! However, just as Shu Zhenzhen's hand was about to land on You'er's frightened little face, a pair of snowy white jade hands quickly grasped hers like lightning.

  "Didn't the kid already apologize? Why do you still want to hit him?"

  She tightly grasped Soo-jin's hand that was about to hit someone, Han Hui's eyes narrowed slightly, and her eyes showed obvious displeasure, her tone was also cold as frost.

  After all, what she has disliked since childhood are those who think they are noble and don't treat others as human beings.

  In the eyes of these nobly-born people, they automatically divide people into two kinds. One is the superior kind, such as themselves, high and mighty! And the other, because of their humble origin, can be ruthlessly trampled underfoot, with lives as worthless as weeds!

  Because she used to be a newcomer to society, before meeting Cheng Wei, she had done many lowly jobs and experienced the coldness of human relationships, so she was extremely disgusted with people who thought they were superior. Especially when seeing Shu Zhen wanting to hit someone she cared about, Han Xi's heart was even more displeased.

  The hand that was about to wave goodbye was suddenly stopped by someone, causing Shu Zhen's face to pause for a moment. When she saw Han Xi's face, which was not adorned with makeup but still stunningly beautiful, her eyes also flashed with a hint of surprise and... jealousy!

  Shu Zhenzhen, as the granddaughter of Shu Chengxiang, had been surrounded by admirers since she was young due to her exceptional beauty. She was constantly flattered and praised, which made her think that she was talented and possessed great qualities. As a result, she became increasingly arrogant and looked down on everyone else. Now, seeing someone even more beautiful than herself made Shu Zhenzhen feel extremely displeased and jealous.

  Maybe it's just a woman's nature, seeing women who are more beautiful than themselves will make them jealous and envious, and she is even worse!

  He looked down and glanced at Han Xi Tong's clothes again, and immediately thought that Han Xi Tong was just a person of low status.

  After all, today's Han Xi Tong only wore a simple and elegant white gauze skirt, her long black hair was simply tied up with a dark-colored hairband into a small bundle, without any accessories on her body, very plain and simple.

  But it didn't affect her beauty at all, instead, it made her look like a fairy who accidentally fell to the mortal world, and she floated out of the dust.

  Especially the golden sunlight gently sprinkled on her, setting off her skin's crystal clarity, like a flawless piece of Hetian jade!

  Han Xing Tong's beauty makes people both admire and envy her.

  Even the most beautiful person will show their flaws under the sunlight, even if Shu Zhen's face has been covered with a thick layer of powder, it still can't hide the acne that just appeared on her face. So at this moment, seeing Han Xi's flawless face is enviable to death.

  She felt that this little maid had stolen her thunder!

  But she didn't know that Han Xi Tong was not the lowly person she thought he was.

  After all, Xiang Xiao Ran's doting on Han Xi Tong is extreme, it's the kind of treating him like a precious treasure in his palm, afraid of dropping him, and holding him in his mouth, afraid of melting away. Even if Han Xi Tong suddenly said he wanted the moon in the sky, Xiang Xiao Ran would probably not say another word and immediately order someone to build a ladder!

  She was extremely concerned about Han Xi Tong, carefully taking care of her. Just the clothes and accessories alone were countless, as if she wanted to present all the most precious things in the world to Han Xi Tong.

  Unfortunately, Han Xi preferred simplicity and elegance, thinking that wearing so many gold and silver accessories on her head was too heavy, and it wasn't as good as just wearing simple clothes with a hairband, light and easy!

  But little did she know that her simple and elegant attire looked like a lowly inferior person in Shu Zhenzhen's eyes.

  It's even more intense than the game they played earlier, and Yu Chen is also far away from Han Xi Tong at this moment. For a while, he didn't know what was happening on this side, and he was still playing wildly with Xiao Chenzi over there.

  Shu Zhen didn't even notice Xing Yu Chen's existence, so she showed her resentment and disdain to Han Xi Tong without any reserve.

  "Apologize!? Humph, this servant girl bumped into me, and you think a simple apology will do? Do you know that the clothes on my body are from the famous Absolute Beauty Workshop in the entire capital city, and they're extremely valuable!"

  Su Zhen said with a complacent expression, her eyebrows full of self-pride and disdain for Han Xi and the others.

  When Hui heard Shu Zhenzhen push all the blame onto You'er, Han Xi's eyes involuntarily let out a cold hum, her tone was icy, her red lips curled up into a slight, disdainful smile.

  "Although it's true that Rong Er bumped into you, this matter isn't entirely his fault. This place is so spacious, if the three of you, miss and servants, had been paying attention to the road, how could you have been bumped by Rong Er?"

  Han Xi's words were sharp, and she was also hinting that Shu Zhen didn't have eyes to see the road. Hearing this, Shu Zhen's eyes widened, and her gaze at Han Xi became even more ferocious, just as she was about to say something with gritted teeth, but was interrupted by Han Xi again.

  "Moreover, although this outfit of yours is from the Absolute Beauty Workshop, it's said that their clothes are divided into high, medium and low grades. Looking at the style and material of your outfit, shouldn't it be considered the lowest grade?"

  Although Han Xi Tong had never been to Jue Se Fang, the clothes from Jue Se Fang were so famous that many of the palace's concubines' clothes were made by Jue Se Fang.

  Last time, Xing Xiao Ran also let the people from Jue Se Fang send over many fabric styles for her to choose from. At that time, she had also heard a lot about Jue Se Fang's clothes from the manager's mouth.

  That Shu Zhen was shocked by Han Xi's words, and felt that Han Xi's words were clearly insulting her, as a lowly slave actually knew so much about the Absolute Beauty Pavilion.

  Yes, the clothes she's wearing are inferior to those from Colorful Workshop, but they're still worth 100 taels of silver. Those top-grade clothes cost at least a thousand taels of silver each, and some even tens of thousands! Although her family is wealthy, her father and grandfather wouldn't let her spend money so recklessly!

  Although that's the case, her clothes are still enviable to many people. Now, they're being spoken of with such disdain by a lowly maid, causing Shu Zhen to suddenly become furious, exuding killing intent as she gritted her teeth and said.

  "Even if the clothes on me are the lowest grade of Jue Se Fang, they are still worth over a hundred taels. Now that you've dirtied my clothes, can you afford to compensate me?!"

  Shu Zhenzhen had already determined that Han Xi Tong and her friends were inferior people, so she deliberately made things difficult for them.

  Although her clothes were dirty, they could be washed clean, but she just couldn't stand Han Xi's face being more beautiful than hers, and deliberately made things difficult for them.

  If Han Xi Tong and her friends can't afford to pay for it, then she can use this as a harsh lesson to teach Han Xi Tong!

  Facing Shu Zhen's fierce gaze, Han Xi just let out a cold snort and said in a thin, disdainful tone.

  "It's just one piece of clothing, if you want it, I'll compensate you for it!"

  "Wow, what a big tone! Compensation?! What are you going to use to compensate?"

  When Soo-jin heard Han Hui-tae's words, she burst out laughing with contempt and disdain, her eyes almost popping out of her head.

  Those carefully painted eyes, at this moment, shone with an even more disdainful and venomous light, sizing up Han Xi Tong from head to toe. In her heart, she was even more contemptuous, thinking that Han Xi Tong was just being stubborn and didn't have the ability to pay compensation.

  The two little maids supporting Shu Zhenzhen were the ones who had been following her since childhood. As the saying goes, there are what kind of masters and what kind of servants.

  At this moment, seeing Han Xi's simple and elegant dress, she didn't look like a noble lady, but she also started to show off her wealth and looked down on others with disdain. She followed Shu Zhenzhen in mocking and ridiculing Han Xi.

  "Haha, can you afford to compensate for our young lady's clothes? Don't be ridiculous!"

  "Look at yourselves! What kind of status do you have?! How dare you speak such big words?!"

  All she could hear was these two little girls speaking in a sharp and sour tone, their faces full of malice, which made Han Xi's eyes feel amused.

  She actually told her about her identity! What identity are they using to talk to her now?!

  Han Xi Tong sneered inwardly, not saying much, but the Right E, who was standing beside her, couldn't bear to see others mocking Han Xi Tong and immediately stood up straight, her delicate face filled with anger, arguing with those two sharp-tongued little maids.

  "How dare you! Do you know who you're talking to? Who says our young master can't afford it?"

  Youer's personality is gentle and weak, just now she thought it was her own carelessness that bumped into Shuzhen, so she apologized in a low voice, but she never expected Shuzhen to be so overbearing and unforgiving.

  They can say whatever they want about her, she doesn't care, but how dare they scold the young master, that's absolutely not allowed.

  After all, no matter what the young master says, he is still the lord's beloved son, how can he be insulted like this!？

  In an instant, Ruo Er was like a furious mother tiger, spitting water at Su Zhen and the other two women's faces, what a powerful and fierce momentum!

  It also made Han Xi's eyes widen slightly, and she couldn't help but laugh inwardly.

  Unexpectedly, the previously weak and timid Rong Er, when he bursts out, can be so powerful, indeed people should not be judged by their appearance!

  Compared to Han Xi Tong's amusing expression, the three people opposite who were sprayed with saliva by You Er looked like they were about to go crazy, especially Shu Zhen.

  As the beloved granddaughter of the esteemed Grand Councilor and with her father being an official in the imperial court, holding a noble position, how could she be treated so disrespectfully by a lowly slave?

  "Little master!? Hmph? What kind of little master is this? Probably one who's not favored, I suppose!?"

  Hearing that You'er actually called Han Xi Tong "Young Master", Shu Zhen was quite surprised, but it only lasted for a moment.

  Because when I saw Han Xi Tong's simple and unadorned attire, even if she was a young mistress, she wouldn't be one favored by the emperor!

  He didn't even consider Han Xi Tong in his eyes. Moreover, with the disrespect he had just received from You Er, there were still some of You Er's spittle on his face, and his gaze towards You Er was even more ferocious, as if he wanted to chop You Er into a million pieces.

  Youxi saw it and although he had a hint of fear in his heart, he wouldn't let others be rude to Han Xi Tong, so his tone also became arrogant.

  "Hum, you're not favored! Your whole family isn't favored!"

  "You stinky girl, you're asking for death! Swallow Liu, come and give this ignorant stinky girl a good lesson!"

  Shu Zhen is crazy, she has completely forgotten that in the imperial palace, it is not allowed to take matters into one's own hands. However, she is relying on her grandfather being the prime minister and her aunt being the Shu Empress, which is why she is so arrogant and domineering. Even if someone finds out, there will be people who will support her!

  Thinking of this, she immediately ordered her two personal maids to go and teach Han Xi Tong a lesson!

  And Mandarin duck willow children are also not uncommon to teach people, so for this kind of thing is more familiar.

  After hearing Shu Zhenzhen's order, Yuanyang Liu'er and the other two women sneered and rolled up their sleeves, ready to fight.

  Han Xi Tong saw the swans approaching, their faces twisted and ferocious with a sinister and venomous expression. Adding to that, the two of them were also tall and majestic, making her and Rong Er appear much thinner in comparison.

  That woman's Shu Zhen, originally thought that dealing with Han Xi Tong and the two of them would be a simple matter, after all her two little maids, strength is quite big, hitting people's strength is not ambiguous at all, this is also her many years of training them well.

  Just thinking about Han Hui-jeong being scolded by herself later, Suk-jin's eyebrows were filled with satisfaction.

  Compared to Shu Zhenzhen's pride, You Er's heart had a hint of fear, especially when facing the two tall and menacing men. Although she was flustered, she still stood up straight and blocked the way in front of Han Xiangtong, not allowing anyone to harm her. Just as she was about to bring out the name of the Seventh Prince's Manor, before You Er could say anything, Yuanyang and Liu'er had already charged over with a fierce aura.

  Women fight, no more than a few kinds, pulling hair, slapping faces.

  Although Yuanyang and Liuer looked tall and stately, Han Xi's eyes didn't put them in his sights at all.

  Fighting is about skill, not just brute force!

  Moreover, don't look at her slender figure, in the 21st century she was already skilled with her hands, let alone after coming here, this body of hers is a martial arts master, not to mention just two people like Yuanyang, even if there were a hundred more, Han Xi's eyes wouldn't bat an eyelid.

  As a result, it was predictable that just when Shu Zhen and her friends thought they could severely teach Han Xi Tong a lesson, they were knocked to the ground by Han Xi Tong in just two or three moves.

  Looking at her personal maid, who was now clutching her stomach and wailing on the ground, Shu Zhen's usual arrogance and complacency suddenly gave way to shock and panic, her eyes wide with fear and her face pale.

  Even the right-hand man who originally thought he would be beaten was shocked, and his gaze at Han Xi's eyes was extremely admiring.

  My goodness, so handsome!

  After all, You'er had never seen Han Xi Tong fight before, and he didn't even know that Han Xi Tong knew martial arts, let alone being quite skilled at it.

  Just a moment ago, she didn't know how Han Xi Tong had made his move, only feeling a white shadow flash before her eyes, and then hearing two mournful cries. Afterwards, the originally fierce pair of mandarin ducks were now writhing on the ground in agony.

  That speed is so fast, as fast as lightning, leaving people unprepared!

  When she came back to her senses, Han Xi's eyes were still standing in the same position as before, as if he hadn't moved at all.

  However, the aura emanating from her body was so intimidating that it was impossible to ignore!

  In March of Yangchun, the sunshine is bright and beautiful. The golden sunlight shines down at an angle, casting a warm glow. The grass grows long, swallows fly about, flowers bloom red, and willows turn green.

  At this moment, Han Xi's eyes were dressed in a white dress, standing there with a gentle and elegant demeanor. The spring breeze was blowing gently, causing her sleeves to flutter, and her long hair like silk was lifted up behind her, forming an absolutely beautiful arc.

  And then there's that one face as beautiful as jade, with a calm expression, a gentle temperament, and a pair of clear and lively eyes, like the purest spring water in the world, transparent, lively, and with a magical power to see through people's hearts!

  In an instant, magnificent and unparalleled!

  The wind blows!

  Clothes fly!

  This scene is like a beautiful watercolor painting carefully drawn by the heavens, so stunning that it takes one's breath away!

  It was also taken in by someone's eyes, and the deep and narrow Danfeng eyes were immediately filled with an uncontrollable astonishment!

  Who would have thought that the person who used to be so clear and transparent had actually been hiding things all along? How many more things was he still unaware of about her?

  Thinking of this, the man's heart involuntarily surged with a thread of excitement, as if he had obtained a precious and mysterious treasure that constantly made him want to explore and dig up more surprises.

  That jade-like face, with a slightly raised red lip, that faint shallow smile, warm and enchanting, dazzling in an instant, as if even the sunlight lost its color!

  Especially his pair of eyes that are emitting joyful warmth, like a beautiful ink painting, captivating one's heart and soul!

  Perhaps it was the realization that a warm and focused gaze had been cast upon her that made Han Xi's heart skip a beat, her beautiful eyes fluttering as they fell upon the handsome man who had appeared by her side at some unknown time, her eyes widening suddenly.

  It's actually him!

  Just as Han Xi Tong was stunned, Shu Zhenzhen, who had originally wanted to teach Han Xi Tong a lesson but was instead intimidated by her profound martial arts skills, came back to her senses and also discovered the handsome man standing behind her.

  Originally panicked and discolored, her face was even more radiant with a thick layer of astonishment after seeing the extraordinary man behind her!

  What a handsome man!

  Although the fourth prince I met in Plum Blossom Forest yesterday was stunningly handsome, this man's exquisite appearance is not one bit inferior to that of the fourth prince.

  Or perhaps the beauty of the fourth prince is enchanting and demonic, like a poppy blooming in the night, so beautiful that it captures one's soul!

  The man before her eyes was elegant and refined, with a noble and flawless appearance, as beautiful as ice and snow!

  Like a lotus flower that rises from the muddy water yet remains unsoiled, elegant and unmatched!

  Just as Shu Zhen was stunned, she also noticed the man's clothes, and it seemed that she had thought of something, a hint of calculation flashed in her eyes.

  She immediately saw Shu Zhen turn around and bow to the handsome man, her movements weak and boneless, like a willow in the wind, as delicate and frail as Lin Daiyu's mannerisms, making everyone who saw her feel pity.

  And those eyes that had been carefully painted, at this moment quickly became covered with a layer of mist, looking even more pitiful than I had ever seen!

  It also made Han Xi's eyes widen in surprise, and everyone wanted to applaud for her. They all sighed, thinking that if she didn't become an actress, it would be a waste of her talent.

  The corners of his mouth curled up, and a hint of disdainful smile appeared. However, when he heard Shu Zhen's next sentence, Han Xi's eyes widened in shock, as if struck by lightning on a clear day, and he was stunned into immobility.

  "Shu Zhen has seen His Highness the Crown Prince..."

  Shu Zhen's voice was soft and melodious, with an unspoken sadness that moved people to tears. However, it made Han Xi's heart skip a beat, his eyes widening in shock, and his gaze towards the man was filled with incredulous astonishment, finally, understanding dawned on him!

  No wonder...

  Just now, after learning that he was not Xiao Chenzi, I thought about the noble air that couldn't be hidden all over his body, elegant and refined, with elegant manners. His status is naturally not low, but I never thought that he would actually be the current crown prince of the Tianxuan Dynasty - Cui Tianqi!

  Her heart was shaken, but soon, Han Xi's eyes relaxed.

  Because she thinks his identity as a prince really suits him as a person.

  Just like the apricot-yellow embroidered five-clawed dragon robe with four gold dragons on the front that he is wearing now, it's not the bright yellow color exclusive to the emperor, but in this dynasty, only the current crown prince can wear this apricot-yellow embroidered golden dragon!

  This symbolizes noble status and supreme power!

  Although that's the case, however, when Han Xi's clear and bright eyes met Xuan Tian Qi's pair of warm and gentle eyes, which were as calm as still water, the extremely dark pupils shone like the most beautiful agate in the world, dazzling and radiant, with a luster that was emitted under the sunlight, soft and gentle as the wind, just like the feeling he gave people, from start to finish!

  So in Han Xi Tong's eyes, Jing Tian Qi is still the 'Little Chenzi' of that day and will not change because of his prince identity!

  At this thought, Han Xi's red lips curved into a smile, and her beautiful face, like the morning dew on a white lotus flower, shone with a crystal clear beauty, so dazzling, so pure, and so unadorned!

  Seeing Han Xi Tong's elegant smile, Xuan Tian Qi's rose-colored thin lips also slightly raised, that smile, always makes people feel like a spring breeze.

  His phoenix eyes also carried a pleasant smile!

  Because Tianqi read her meaning from Hanxi's clear and transparent beautiful eyes!

  No matter if he was a high and mighty prince or a lowly eunuch, in her heart, he was still him!

  Jing Tianqi understood the meaning expressed in Han Xi's eyes, and her heart was overjoyed. The big stone that had been pressing on her heart finally fell off, and she felt much lighter. At this moment, in Jing Tianqi's eyes, there was only Han Xi's smiling face, and she didn't notice Shu Zhenzhen standing beside her, looking delicate and artificial.

  Shu Zhenzhen, not knowing about Han Xiyin and Jing Tianqi's situation, coupled with what just happened, made her hate Han Xiyin to death. She decided to let Jing Tianqi help her frame Han Xiyin for a crime. Her face showed a pitiful expression, strongly enduring humiliation. However, her eyes, which were cast down, secretly hinted at Yuanyang and Liu'er, who were still lying on the ground wailing.

  After all, it's been a long time since they've been following Shu Zhenzhen. As soon as Yuanyang and Liu'er saw the hint in Shu Zhenzhen's eyes, they immediately understood and looked at each other, then immediately let out an even more mournful cry, that sound of killing pigs was hard to ignore!

  Digression

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  Xia Yiyi, the Chancellor of Chu Yun country, with a price tag of 2000 gold coins. In people's eyes, he is a self-absorbed and arrogant pretty boy, but who would have known that beneath this appearance lies a clever and resourceful mind.

  Facing her loved one's deception, her sister's soft yet ruthless heart, her brother's indifference, and her father's coldness, she smiled through it all.

  Xue Qian Chen, the Third Prince of Chu Yun Country, a prince who has a stunning appearance but is weak and sickly in the eyes of the world.

  An arranged marriage brought them together, people who were originally unrelated.