Xiao Xia avoided the hands of the three princes without a trace, and lowered his head in the direction of his courtyard.

The third prince raised his hand and stood for a moment, looking at the back of Xiao Xia silently leaving and frowning slightly, but he didn't say anything, and slowly followed and walked beside her.

After that, the two never spoke, but they always maintained a state of walking side by side, and to outsiders, they were still very close and enviable.

Until Xiao Xia was sent to the gate of the courtyard, Xiao Xia stopped and saluted to express his gratitude, and the third prince smiled: "Don't you invite me in to sit?" ”

Xiao Xia was stunned for a moment, could this be incompatible with etiquette? Who knew that Gui Fang Guixiang was very happy, Gui Xiang went to make tea first, Gui Fang helped Xiao Xia and said in a low voice: "Miss, it's still early, please let the third prince go in and sit down?" ”

Everyone brought it up, and Xiao Xia couldn't refuse, so she made a gesture of inviting him.

The third prince walked slowly around the courtyard with paces, and looked around by the way: "The environment is not bad, the courtyard is so big, why are there only a few people waiting?" ”

Guixiang sent tea: "Third prince, Madame said earlier that she would arrange a few more people for Miss to come over, but our Miss likes to be quiet and has shirked many times, so she will serve a few people." ”

The third prince thought for a while, nodded and said, "There are many people, but it is true that there are few people who are quiet." ”

He sat down on his own, Xiao Xia sat down opposite him, and the third prince said, "You guys are busy, I'll talk to Xiao Xia." ”

Gui Fang put the pen and paper in front of Xiao Xia and silently retreated.

The third prince kept staring at his face, which made Xiao Xia quite embarrassed, thinking that he was inexplicably alienated from him, would it be too faceless to give others? Since she couldn't sit still, she thought for a moment and wrote: "Don't move, how about I paint a portrait of you?" ”

The third prince was very happy: "You can paint? All right! I don't move. You draw it."

The third prince sat on the side and looked at her quietly, his eyes were full of tenderness, Xiao Xia deliberately pretended not to see it, and painted a portrait seriously with a red face, with a little sweetness in the quiet atmosphere.

Her portrait had just sketched a prototype, and Gui Fang came in and whispered, "Miss, the eldest and youngest grandmother's maiden sister-in-law asks to see her." ”

Natsu put down her pen. Isn't Miao Dandan's maiden sister-in-law sister-in-law Shi? is the daughter of Mrs. Shi, who is dissatisfied with herself in every way. Sister-in-law Shi is a reasonable and slick person, she came with me just when I came back, most of it was an apology for Mrs. Shi's matter, right?

Xiao Xia raised her eyes to look at the third prince. The third prince spread his hands: "I don't mind!" ”

Xiao Xia nodded to Gui Fang, and after a while, Sister-in-law Shi came in and saw that the third prince was also there. She was stunned for a moment, and smiled awkwardly. "I didn't expect the third prince to be here, isn't it too late for the concubine?"

Xiao Xia shook her head and pointed to the vacant seat next to her to signal Sister-in-law Shi to sit.

Sister-in-law Shi waved her hand again and again: "Don't dare, don't dare, how can the concubine be on an equal footing with the three princes." The concubine is standing and talking. Miss Xiao Xia, just ......

My mother is so confused that she shouldn't have said those things to you. I'm really sorry, and I'm here to apologize to you. This one...... Even if we have a little heart, please don't dislike Miss Xiaoxia. ”

Sister-in-law Shi presented a box and opened it for Xiao Xia to see, Xiao Xia originally didn't plan to ask for it, but as soon as she saw the contents of the box, she stood up all of a sudden, staring at the box with her eyes.

Xiao Xia's cousin was a little surprised, obviously she liked that thing very much, Sister-in-law Shi smiled and said: "Miss Xiao Xia, this is what my uncle brought back from the south, I heard that it was bought from a foreigner who came from the ocean, it looks very good, it is just a half-sized night pearl, it is not very useful to keep it, Miss Xiao Xia likes it." ”

Sister-in-law Shi sent the box to Xiao Xia, Xiao Xia took it happily, and couldn't put it down.

Yes, this is a night pearl, not big or small, the night pearls in the palace are the size of a palm, this one is only half the size, fortunately, the texture is clear, full of aura, bright and white, it is a good thing at a glance.

The third prince glanced at it, and was not surprised by the night pearl that was not big or small, but he didn't expect Xiao Xia to like it so much! Liang Chenjing and Su Linglong had mentioned to themselves that they wanted the Night Pearl.

It's really strange, isn't this thing just a plaything, at most it can be used for lighting at night, how much more use can it be? As for such a treasure? Maybe it's the first time I've seen Xiao Xia and think it's strange, right?

The third prince said: "Mrs. Miao has a heart, I thank you for Xiao Xia." ”

"Don't dare, don't dare, it's just that the concubine has a little heart, and please don't worry about my mother when the young lady and the third prince don't care, she is old, and her brain will inevitably be confused sometimes."

Xiao Xia came back to her senses, thanked Sister-in-law Shi for a salute, and warmly pulled her to sit down, in front of the three princes, Sister-in-law Shi refused, and found an excuse to leave, Xiao Xia couldn't stay, and knew to send her out.

As soon as I arrived at the door, I saw Liang Chenyu, Liang Chenjing and Shangguan Yan coming together.

Sister-in-law Shi greeted a few people and left in a hurry, Liang Chenyu said, "Xiao Xia, the third prince is here with you, right?" ”

Xiao Xia nodded, invited a few people into the courtyard, Shangguan Yan smiled and said, "Third prince, we didn't disturb your good deeds, right?" ”

The third prince paused, and smiled lightly: "Do you know that the good things that disturb me are still coming?" ”

Shangguan Yan saw that he was holding a portrait in his hand, and leaned over to take a look: "Huh! This painting method is unique, it's really like! Who can have such skills? ”

The third prince glanced at Xiao Xia with a smile and appreciation, and Shangguan Yan exclaimed, "It can't be painted by Miss Liang, right?" ”

Liang Chenyu and Liang Chenjing brothers came over and also saw the portrait, their faces changed, Liang Chenyu looked at Xiao Xia meaningfully, but Liang Chenjing was very surprised, and looked at the portrait fixedly.

"Third prince, can you lend me a closer look?"

The third prince handed the portrait to Liang Chenjing, he took the portrait and looked at it fixedly, the look of surprise in his eyes was even worse, this painting handwriting habit is exactly the same as his own portrait, yes, he is absolutely not mistaken, it is really exactly the same!

He looked up at Xiao Xia in disbelief: "Is this really what you painted?" ”

Xiao Xia was a little weak and nervous, blushing and nodding slightly.

Liang Chenjing frowned: "How is it possible?" How can there be such a coincidence? ”

Shangguan Yan leaned over to take a look: "What coincidence?" ”

Liang Chenjing ignored him, and instead sent the portrait to Liang Chenyu: "Big brother, do you think this technique is very similar to Linglong's?" ”

Liang Chenyu glanced at Xiao Xia and said noncommittally: "It's a bit similar." However, there are so many similar styles in the world that it is not surprising that even if they are exactly the same. ”

"But I have never seen Linglong's painting style in my life, and I never thought that there would be a second person in the world who would paint like this."

Shangguan Yan stepped up and interjected: "What? Miss Su Er will also draw this way? Why haven't I heard of it? ”

Liang Chenjing glanced at him unhappily, and Shangguan Yan laughed dryly and retreated.

The third prince was not very happy with their discussion, got up and took the portrait back, carefully folded it into his sleeve, and said softly to Xiao Xia: "Thank you for the painting." I'll keep it well. ”

Xiao Xia smiled at him awkwardly. Actually, I want to say that I haven't finished painting yet, so let's leave it at that. There will be time later.

Feeling a scrutinizing gaze staring at her, Xiao Xia didn't look back, she knew that it must be Liang Chenjing.

In fact, she was very unhappy, and he could recognize his paintings at a glance. It shows that he really has himself in his heart, but that self has been replaced by others. He didn't know it!

Liang Chenyu pulled him to sit down: "Okay, second brother, we are here to drink, not to discuss portraits." Come, sit! ”

The maids brought up the food and drinks, as if they were planning to have a good drink here.

Shangguan Yan toasted. The third prince handed the box sent by Sister-in-law Shi to Xiao Xia, so that he could serve the wine glass.

Xiao Xia didn't catch it steadily. The box fell to the ground, and the night pearl inside rolled out, and it happened to roll to Liang Chenjing's side.

Liang Chenjing glanced down, hesitated slightly, picked up the night pearl and looked at it: "Third prince, is it yours?" ”

"No, it was given to Xiao Xia by Mrs. Fang Caimiao." The third prince took it and handed it to Xiao Xia, who carefully wiped it clean and put it in the box, looking like a serious baby from beginning to end.

Liang Chenjing frowned slightly, he naturally remembered the legend that Linglong had mentioned before, collecting the eight night pearls and the colorful spirit beads would help her soul return to its place.

In the past, she desperately wanted to get it, but now Linglong said no, and transferred it to Xiao Xia, so that Xiao Xia has two night pearls, if the third prince helps her again, it is easy to collect eight night pearls, then wouldn't she ......

Liang Chenjing was shocked in his mind, and secretly scolded himself for thinking nonsense? Xiao Xia is a good girl, how can she use that kind of uncertain spell? What's more, Linglong's situation is a rare occurrence in a thousand years, so I think too much!

"Brother Chenjing, what are you thinking? Drink! Shangguan Yan handed the wine glass to him, Liang Chenjing came back to his senses, and after a few glasses of wine, he put those strange thoughts behind.

These people drank until nightfall before they got drunk and dispersed, Liang Chenyu seemed to be deliberately waiting for the other people to leave, and he was drunk before and woke up in a blink of an eye.

He asked Xiao Xia to go to the corner of the courtyard and asked in a low voice: "Xiao Xia, if you go on like this, the second brother will become suspicious sooner or later, what do you think?" Since the second brother and sister wore the Buddha beads, her temperament has been much more restrained, and the relationship with the second brother has become more and more harmonious, and you insisted on going to the third prince's side, and now it is developing as you wish, why are you ......?"

Liang Chenyu stopped, he really didn't want to say that hurtful word.

Of course, even if Liang Chenyu didn't finish speaking, Xiao Xia knew what he wanted to say.

She blushed, she didn't know how to explain this matter, she wanted to use unintentionality as an excuse, it was better to say that her heart was erratic, and she didn't know where it would end up?

Liang Chenyu looked at her aggrieved look, and suddenly felt that she was talking a little heavier?

But Xiao Xia and the third prince have an intimate relationship in front of everyone, this is not just a matter of marriage, they are related to this point, and often attract the attention of the second brother, making the second brother's mind erratic, this is definitely not a wise move, it is not a good thing for the third prince, the second brother, the Liang family, and even herself.

Liang Chenyu pondered for a long time, and felt that he still had to make it clear: "Xiao Xia, I know that you have a bizarre background, and you must be reluctant to return home, but you insisted on not recognizing him and insisting on going to the third prince, you should be mentally prepared, and you must not be half-hearted, otherwise it will not be good for everyone, do you understand?" ”

Xiao Xia felt like a junior who was caught in the bag, and she was really speechless, her head hung down and she bit her lip without speaking.

Liang Chenyu sighed lightly: "That's it, it's less than a month before you get married, the house will be extremely busy during this time, you also learn some etiquette, it's better to live in Zhuangzi outside the city for the time being, and come back the day before you get married, so as not to be embarrassed to see each other, do you think?" ”

Xiao Xia was stunned for a long time, looked up at Liang Chenyu, and saw that his eyes were serious and helpless, and there was a little pity, she understood that the eldest brother was for his own good. If you don't meet, you can definitely have a lot less right and wrong, this is not a good way, what reason does she have not to agree, Xiao Xia finally nodded.

Liang Chenyu secretly breathed a sigh of relief and patted her on the shoulder: "It's okay to have no opinion, prepare well tonight, I'll go and discuss with my father and mother, and I'll send you out early in the morning, okay?" ”

Xiao Xia nodded, watched Liang Chenyu go out, and stood alone in the courtyard for a long time.

The next morning, Liang Chenyu and Mrs. Liang came over early, and saw Xiao Xia standing in the courtyard with Gui Fang Guixiang and a burden each, Mrs. Liang's heart was sour, and tears were about to come out:

"Xiao Xia, what the hell is going on? Why do you have to move out of the city? Isn't it better to stay at home with a month just around the corner? I can't see you if I want to see my mother in the future, how can you bear it? ”

Although she didn't get along with Mrs. Liang for a long time, she did treat herself as her own during this time, Xiao Xia was very grateful to her, and she was very reluctant to her, but the eldest brother didn't tell her why I left the house?

Xiao Xia raised his eyes to look at Liang Chenyu, and he helped Mrs. Liang to persuade, "Mother, have you forgotten what we said last night?" There are a lot of people coming and going in our house, and staying here may not be a good thing for Xiao Xia, so let her go outside the city!

Anyway, it's not far, it's just an hour to go back and forth, you can go to see her at any time when you miss her, and she can also come back to see you, wouldn't it be better? ”

Mrs. Liang was still not very happy, but not much, and the mother and son sent Xiao Xia out of the house together.

Unfortunately, I met Liang Chenjing and his wife who went out arm in arm again halfway, Liang Chenjing saw them in such a situation, and said in surprise: "Big brother, mother, you are ...... this"

Liang Chenyu said: "Oh, Xiao Xia's big day is coming, and she needs to learn some etiquette rules, so we will send her to study and come back in a few days." ”

Mrs. Liang and Xiao Xia glanced at each other, and then looked at Liang Chenyu at the same time, obviously he didn't tell the truth, Xiao Xia just lowered his head when he understood the reason, and Mrs. Liang also felt strange, but she didn't say much.

The two sides staggered away after a word of greeting.

Liang Chenjing and Su Linglong stood in place, watching a few people walk towards the side door, Liang Chenjing had a faint bad feeling in his heart, Su Linglong frowned slightly, and a sharp light flashed in his eyes:

"Husband, my sister is getting married, wouldn't it be gossip to go out now? Isn't that right? ”

"This ......"

"Why don't we go and persuade my mother to let her leave her sister behind, my mother feels so sorry for my sister, how can she bear to let her suffer outside alone?"

"This ......"

"Let's go! Let's talk about it, maybe it can really be done? Su Linglong pulled Liang Chenjing and chased after him quickly. (To be continued.) )