After the housekeeper left, Lin Xiaoyou breathed a sigh of relief, thinking that dealing with people was really not his forte, and he had to take care of his own affairs while guarding against the people here, which was exhausting and troublesome. If you accidentally show something, the person who suffers will only be yourself. I felt bored for a while, threw down Lan Yu and Xiangqing, and wandered around the palace alone. When I walked to a quiet lotus pond, I noticed that my body was a little tired, so I found a quiet corner near here and sat down.

The surrounding scenery is pleasant, the willow trees on the side of the lotus pond are reflected, the pond water is cool, and the colored fish are occasionally seen swimming in the water. Lin Xiaoyou casually picked up the small stone beside him and shook it with his hand, and with a "bang", he saw the ripples in the pool spreading out in circles, flashing with soft flow lines.

It took a few shakes before stopping, leaning against the rocks by the lake, admiring the surrounding scenery. Maybe it's because there are too many things in my heart, and I don't know when I feel tired as long as I move my mind a little. At this moment, when I calmed down, my mood gradually became much easier.

However, the brief silence did not last long when it was interrupted by the next words.

"Hey, you say that this princess is not a fool, otherwise how would she give up her right to be the one in charge of the Cuixin Courtyard. ”

"Hey, be careful, pay attention to your identity, you must know that trouble comes from the mouth, we slaves and maids can't talk nonsense at will, in case others listen to it, how many heads you have is not enough to cut off. A maid in green clothes was a little frightened when she heard this, and looked around nervously, warning the other maid next to her.

I saw another maid squinting at the green-clothed maid, and said in a disdainful tone: "What are you afraid of, what I said is the truth, if she is not a fool, then she is a cowardly coward, afraid that Concubine Su will trouble her, so she deliberately gave up the right to her hand." Originally, I was counting on her to manage the palace, and we can have some good lives, but now that we are looking away, I think it won't be long before her position as the concubine may be handed over!"

The green-clothed maid sighed lightly, and persuaded as she walked: "We are just a slave maid, how can we discuss the affairs of the master, if you don't want to endure hardship." Hurry up and shut up and take back what you just said, otherwise others will listen to it, and you and I won't be able to eat and walk around. ”

Another maid stopped unhappily, pouted and looked at the maid walking in front, thought about it, and put on a smiling face to catch up, "I didn't expect you to be so timid and afraid, even if the princess knows about it, anyway, she is an idler, how can she have status at all." Besides, it's just the two of us here, if you don't say it, I won't say it, who will know. ”

After the two of them walked away, Lin Xiaoyou, who was sitting behind the stone, got up, looked at the two figures in the distance, and kept echoing the conversation he had just heard in his mind, and the corners of his mouth hooked up a wry smile. The so-called people's words are terrifying, and if they are true, her decision was spoken, and as soon as she turned around, rumors flew all over the palace, and everyone knew it.

That's right, like those ordinary mansions and courtyards, all kinds of gossip are inevitable, not to mention that in this palace, how can there be the freedom and tranquility she wants. From the moment she lost her mother, she was destined to never be able to return to Lin Xiaoyou, who had no worries before. The old days were just an incomparably distant luxury for her now.

"Miss" stood for an unknown amount of time, and a familiar call sounded behind him.

Lin Xiaoyou looked at the water surface of the lotus pond motionlessly, and only responded after a long time, "Sister Lan, why are you here?"

Lan Yu looked at Lin Xiaoyu's lonely back, with the same sad face, a sour nose, pursed her mouth and lowered her head and couldn't bear to look at it. She didn't understand Lin Xiaoyou's thoughts, but she just promised her wife, no matter what, she couldn't let Lin Xiaoyou get involved in these rights and wrongs, and she didn't want her to take revenge for it. "From the moment the young lady went out, the slave and maid secretly followed you and accompanied you. ”

"Oh, I'm fine! I'm just thinking, if I hadn't come back, my mother might still be living well with you, and Sister Qianqian wouldn't be because of me" Lin Xiaoyou looked down, and paused halfway through to take a deep breath, "Or I don't want to be so stubborn, don't be so selfish, and readily agree, maybe everyone will be fine." ”

"No," Lan Yu suddenly raised his head and sternly rejected Lin Xiaoyu's words. "I know the bitterness in Miss's heart, and this kind of result is not what you want to see. But you know what? You are Madame's concern, her support. She is not in good health, how many times she has been sick and kept calling your name, and after twelve years of separation, she has always wanted to make up for what she owes you. She just wants you to live well, and she has no other requirements, so of course she won't watch others bury your life. Think about what she said to you on her deathbed, are you worthy of her like this? And Qianqian, I don't think she wants to see you so sad, you are now a princess, you can still rescue her if you have a chance. ”

Lin Xiaoyou sniffled and stood in place for a long time before turning to look at Lan Yu, who was already in tears. The three low words of "I'm sorry" seem to have a thousand words, and at this moment she understands that she is not the only one who is in pain, and Sister Lan, who never abandons her mother, is not bitter in her heart.

"It's okay, let's go back!" Lin Xiaoyou reluctantly squeezed out a smile to comfort Lan Yu, and said that he turned around and left first, Lan Yu nodded, sorted out the situation, and followed up.

As soon as I returned to the Star Viewing Pavilion, I met Xiangqing who was about to go out, and when I saw them coming back, Xiangqing breathed a sigh of relief, "Oh, princess, you are finally back, and the slave is still preparing to look for you?"

"Something?" Hearing her say this, Lin Xiaoyu asked with his footsteps.

Xiangqing smiled, "Well, it's a good thing! After speaking, he hurriedly pulled Lin Xiaoyou to the inner room, sat down in front of the dresser according to her, and dressed up with hair and makeup.

"What are you doing, Xiangqing?" asked Lin Xiaoyou very puzzled.

"Oh, Sister Lan Yu, don't stand there, hurry up and find the princess's long white dress and help change it for her!" Xiangqing was busy with her hands and feet, while instructing Lan Yu to help.

"Oh, I'll go right away!"

The two of them worked together for a while, and finally finished dressing her up.

"All right, Princess, stand up and see. Xiangqing helped her up, circled around again, and then nodded with satisfaction. "Nice, very beautiful. ”

"It's beautiful, but why should you dress up? After finishing his work, Lan Yu also felt that something was wrong, and asked suspiciously.

"Because the prince sent someone to invite the princess to come to the hall to dine together. ”

"It's just a meal, do you need such a nervous outfit?" Lin Xiaoyou and Lan Yu looked at each other speechlessly.

"Of course you have to dress up, since your wedding, the prince has occasionally come to sit and sit, but he has never stayed overnight. Now that the princess has given up the princess's monopoly to the side concubine, I don't know what you think, princess, I only know that if you don't care about getting the love of the prince, you will not have a good time in the future. Xiangqing had an innocent expression and explained eloquently.

"Well, Xiangqing said too, it's really thoughtful. Lan Yu echoed for some reason.

Oh my God, isn't it just a meal, as for tossing her like this. Watching the two sing and harmonize, Lin Xiaoyou could only sigh weakly.

Walking outside, there are a few remnant clouds on the horizon, and the evening breeze is light, with a hint of coolness. Lights hung throughout the house were already on. In the hall, all kinds of wine and food have already been prepared, but there is no trace of anyone else, and she is the first to come.

I haven't seen Xiahou Yichen's figure for a few days, and as soon as he gave up power today, he held a family banquet, and he didn't know what it meant. After getting along for so long, I still can't guess his temperament, and he seems to be unruly and unruly at any time.

"Why don't you sit when you come?" was thinking about it, a voice suddenly sounded, turned his head to look, and Xiahou Yichen strode in. is also dressed in a satin white robe, with a rainbow clear crescent jade pendant tied around his waist with a brocade palace silk, and he sits down to the main seat with elegant manners.

Lin Xiaoyou was in a bad mood, and it was rare to respond, so he instinctively sat opposite him. Xiahou Yichen glanced at her a few times, and broke the silence to ease the atmosphere, "The princess has never liked plain and elegant dresses, how can she be willing to put effort into dressing up today, is it because this king has been busy and neglected you these days, so he deliberately dressed up carefully, so as to win the love of this king!"

"Hmph, self-righteous. Lin Xiaoyu sneered disdainfully, and slowly responded to Xiahou Yichen's smiling expression. It's annoying enough to be heavy-minded, and every time we meet, I am ridiculed by him for nothing, and I really regret it.

"Hey, I haven't seen you for a few days, and the princess's temper is growing again," Xiahou Yichen said, picked up the wine on the table, and poured himself a drink.

The two sat silently opposite each other, and after a while, Su Zixin and the other three walked in with swaying lotus steps, dressed up, needless to say, "It's too late for the concubine, and I ask the princess and princess for forgiveness." As she spoke, Ying Ying leaned over and saluted.

"It's okay" Xiahou Yichen seems to be in a good mood.

Seeing that he was not displeased, the three of them were happy in their hearts, twisted their waists to make the closest position to him, poured wine and poured vegetables, Xiahou Yichen did not refuse, and comfortably accepted their flattery, not mentioning other things at all.

Just took over the affairs of the palace, and now seeing that Xiahou Yichen is not as cold to them as usual, Su Zixin couldn't help but be overjoyed, and said: "The prince is in a good mood today, why don't we let our sisters play the piano and dance to help the fun, how about it?"

"Hmm" Xiahou Yichen nodded with a smile, "It's okay, I haven't been able to relax well when things are busy recently." I remember that Xin'er has good piano skills, you can play the piano, Sha'er and Fei'er dance, you can perform together!" After speaking, I felt that something was missing, only to find that Lin Xiaoyou was missing, so I bowed my head and asked: "By the way, and you, what will you do?"

Lin Xiaoyou lowered her head, eating the white rice in her bowl in a daze, and when she heard him ask, everyone else fell silent, and no one answered before she knew that she was asking. Looking up, everyone was staring at her for an answer. I was stunned for a while, and I realized that I didn't seem to know anything.

"This king is in a good mood today. Xiahou Yichen said with a warning, the implication was obvious, don't disturb his interest and make him unhappy.

Seeing a hint of calculation flashing in his eyes, it was clear that he wanted her to make a fool of herself. Where is Lin Xiaoyu willing to follow, no, no, he lowered his head and ate a mouthful of food before he spoke: "No, I'm hungry, eat." A simple sentence is a resolute statement.

Knowing that she would not compromise so easily, Xiahou Yichen smiled handsomely, "In this case, the king of this book will not force it, eat more when you are hungry, these dishes are all yours, you must eat them all." ”

Look at him has a tendency to not achieve his goal and vow not to give up. Lin Xiaoyou glanced at the things on the table, and smiled, "Okay, no problem." ”

After a while, the maid set up the piano on one side, Su Zixin got up and sat down, tried to pluck it twice, adjusted the sound quality, and provoked a charming look with a strong smile, "The two sisters are ready." As he spoke, his slender and elegant hands caressed the strings and plucked a melodious melody. Euphemistic and quiet, bubbling charm, like a breeze blowing on the face, making people fresh and relaxed.

Xie Yunsha and Ye Mengfei also posed, dancing gracefully to the melody, like two butterflies in the hollow valley, swaying in the air, with thousands of graceful and charming and moving, each doing their best to bloom their brilliance.

The song was closed, the piano stopped, and the three of them stepped forward slowly, "The concubine is ugly." ”

Xiahou Yichen clapped his hands and applauded, "I haven't seen you for a long time, your dancing skills and piano skills have not regressed at all, and they are still so good." ”

"It's good if the prince likes it. Hearing the compliment, the three of them said in unison.

Listening to their coquettish laughter, rubbing around Xiahou Yichen, Lin Xiaoyou turned a blind eye, lowered his head and pretended to concentrate on eating his own food. But in his heart, he secretly speculated that he was unusually happy tonight, I don't know what he wanted?

While thinking about it, I suddenly saw another bowl of white rice in front of me, it was already the third bowl, where could I still eat it.

At this time, I heard the person opposite laugh and said: "Eat quickly, there are so many dishes, now it's up to you princess." As she spoke, she stretched out her hand from time to time and put vegetables in her bowl.

"Yes, sister, eat more!" Seeing Xiahou Yichen serving her vegetables, the three of them originally turned into jealousy, and their unhappiness accumulated in their hearts, and their laughter was cold and hideous.

Lin Xiaoyou didn't care about their feelings, directly ignored the angry eyes, and said, "It's full." ”

"Didn't you understand what this king just said?"

"Of course I understand," Lin Xiaoyou said and beckoned to Xiangqing next to him, "Xiangqing, pack up these dishes and take them back to the Star Pavilion, according to the prince's wishes, you must finish eating." ”

"What do you mean by that?" Xiahou Yichen asked with a calm face.

"Don't worry, the prince's kindness, Xiaoyou understand, you are telling me to finish eating it, but you don't stipulate that you must finish it now, so I will keep it for tomorrow until I finish eating. Lin Xiaoyu explained calmly.

"The princess is really smart!" Unintentionally taken advantage of by her, Xiahou Yichen had no choice but to stop.