SFS Chapter 836 Xi'er Still Understands Me
Chapter 836 Xi'er Still Understands Me
Looking back, he found that indeed, neither of them had caught up, and they were still standing opposite each other, not moving a step. Tao Chengrui stood straight, his hands awkwardly behind his back, his eyes wandering, not daring to look directly at the girl in front of him;
Jing Mingyue lowered her head, and the handkerchief in her hand was wrung so tightly that water was almost squeezed out of it.
There is just the right distance between the two of them, neither appearing distant nor maintaining a proper sense of propriety.
"Xier, don't worry about them. We have done this much. If cousin doesn't come to his senses, he will be single for the rest of his life." Xu Zize also slowed down his pace and waited for the two of them, with a helpless smile in his voice.
Under the sunlight, he looked even more handsome and tall. The clever little Yun Wang whispered to his brother, "It seems my brother is quick to understand."
Looking over the gorgeous peony, the layers of petals trembled gently in the breeze, just like the blushing cheeks of a young girl.
He thought about it and suddenly reached out his hand, gently plucking a brightly blooming peony with his slender fingers. "Xi'er will look great in this color." His voice was so gentle, as if he was afraid to disturb the tranquility of the moment.
A fresh flower was inserted in her hair. The girl raised her head shyly, her long eyelashes trembling like butterfly wings, casting a faint shadow under her eyes.
She wore her hair in an exquisite bun with a white magnolia hairpin, which made the big red flower look even more gorgeous and eye-catching.
A bright smile, two shallow dimples on her lips, actually made the bright red flower look pale, leaving someone stunned. Xu Zize's gaze froze for a moment, his Adam's apple rolling unconsciously, and even his breathing became light and slow.
"Xier is so beautiful." Xier called out in an extremely gentle voice.
"Someone come and help me, An Ning wants this pink one." When Princess An Ning saw the flower, she let go of Jing Chunxi's hand and ran forward with a jump.
She wore her hair in twin buns today, with a pink ribbon tied between them, which fluttered gently as she ran. Her small hand precisely pinched the brightest, pinkest flower.
She turned around to find someone to help her put the flowers on, but she found her twin brothers, Yun Shu and Yun Wang, looking back with silly smiles, their two identical little faces full of curiosity.
"Don't look at it, don't look at it." An Ning wasn't three years older than her for nothing; she knew what was inappropriate for children. She stamped her foot, and the pearls on her pink embroidered shoes swayed gently with her movement.
After saying that, she pulled her two younger brothers to herself, trying to block their sight. But she was still young and her strength was limited. As soon as the two younger brothers lowered their bodies, they nimbly avoided their sister's restraints.
"They look beautiful. Sister Xi and brother are the prettiest. Mother said they are the best match." Yun Wang raised her little face and said innocently, with stars in her eyes.
"Mother also said that after I marry into the Eastern Palace, I have to call her the Emperor's Sister-in-Law, not Sister Xi," Yun Shu added, counting on his fingers in a serious manner, "Then I'll soon be the Emperor's Uncle..."
Fortunately, the two people who were looking at each other soon cleared up their eyes and walked towards them, otherwise they would have taught the children bad lessons and let them see more embarrassing and heart-pounding scenes.
On the other side, Tao Chengrui finally plucked up the courage and reached out to brush away a leaf that had fallen on Jing Mingyue's shoulder; and Jing Mingyue no longer dodged, but raised her watery eyes and smiled lightly, and this light smile also represented her feelings.
The sunlight shines gently on the group of people, stretching their shadows long and intertwining them, foreshadowing their closely connected destinies in the future.
"It will be soon. In another month, all of you brothers and sisters will be able to gather at the General's Mansion."
The old lady leaned back in her chair, her wrinkled hands gently stroking the top of Jin Jie'er's head, a kind gleam in her eyes. She was wearing a crimson flowered jacket today, with only a jade hairpin in her hair, which made her look even more graceful.
After breakfast, Jing Mingyue and Jing Chunxi sat on either side of the old lady, chatting with her. Mingzhu stood behind her and massaged her shoulders. Her slender fingers applied just the right amount of pressure, a natural touch, a habit she was used to in Yamen Village.
Sister Jin leaned against the old lady, enjoying the caress of her elder like a docile kitten. Her little hands unconsciously fiddled with the tassels hanging from the old lady's collar. Her favored and arrogant look was even more so than Mingzhu, who had been staying by the old lady's side since she was very young.
"The old lady is blessed with great fortune, and the generals are all doing things that benefit the people, so naturally their descendants will be all together." Nanny Wang's words were snatched away by others. She stood to one side with her hands hanging down, looking at this peaceful and tranquil side.
She didn't even have the chance to pour the tea. Her eyes became moist as she watched the situation in front of her, tears of relief hidden in the wrinkles at the corners of her eyes.
This old servant, who had experienced the Jing family's rise and fall for decades, felt a sense of relief that his master's hardships had finally paid off, as if he had seen the heyday of the General's Mansion.
"You are the best at speaking. Every word you say pleases me." The old lady scolded him, but her face was smiling like a chrysanthemum.
"Madam, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has arrived." A little maid, lifting the door curtain embroidered with longevity patterns, came in to announce, her voice as clear as a yellow oriole. She lowered her head, only daring to glance at the people in the room from the corner of her eye.
"Please come in, Your Highness."
The old lady waved, and Jin Jie'er quickly stood up straight, quickly adjusted her clothes with her small hands, stepped back and stood on both sides of the old lady. Mingzhu also pulled her slightly crooked belt, and then they stood on the left and right like two jade carvings of maids.
Jing Mingyue, who was standing opposite him, stood up and walked over to stand next to Jing Chunxi, who had already stood, making room on the left for the eldest prince. Chunxi lowered his head slightly, his long eyelashes trembling slightly, hiding the throbbing in his heart.
"I have met His Highness the First Prince."
"Greetings, old lady."
"Sisters, please don't be polite."
"Your Highness, please take a seat and have them make you a cup of tea."
After exchanging greetings and sitting down, Jing Chunxi noticed that while the man across from him was smiling, there was a faint shadow under his eyes. Even in his court robes, he couldn't hide his fatigue, presumably from helping with government affairs all night.
"Brother Xiaokang must not have had breakfast! What do you want to eat?" Jing Chunxi asked softly, with unconcealable heartache in his eyes, and he wished he could prepare a hearty breakfast for him immediately.
He went to bed late and got up early, so there was still time for food after the rooster crowed. Xu Zize rushed here right after court, so he must still be hungry.
Seeing the girl's expression, Xu Zize suddenly felt that all the fatigue in his body was swept away, and even the weariness between his brows faded a little.
"Xiaokang was just about to ask the old lady for a bowl of noodles, but Xier guessed it. She's really amazing." He looked at Jing Chunxi, bit his thin lips lightly, and showed a smile that only she could understand, with a hint of "you understand me".
The word "Xi'er" was called very softly, but it made Chunxi's ears turn a faint pink.
"That's all we can do. If you had come a quarter of an hour earlier, you could have eaten with us."
The old lady shook her head helplessly. How could she not see his fatigue? She turned around and ordered, "Madame Wang, tell the kitchen to make a bowl of silver thread noodles immediately, with two eggs, a few slices of meat, and two green vegetables."
She deliberately emphasized the word "two eggs", which meant she loved the eldest prince like her own child.
"Yes!" Nanny Wang responded loudly, having finally found a place to use her skills. As she hurried out, even her back was filled with joy. Her legs, which had once been a little unsteady, now moved with remarkable agility, as if she had become ten years younger.