This is a simple but clean courtyard, and the fallen leaves in the yard are clean. There are not a single weeds in the flower beds on both sides, and the blooming moon flowers exude fragrance, attracting a few bees to buzz to collect honey. There is a tall paulownia tree planted in the yard, and it is early summer, and the leaves of the paulownia tree have grown larger than a palm, and clusters of purple flowers are dotted on the branches, which can be seen from afar.

Luo Qingluan has been living in this small courtyard for three days. This is the temporary accommodation arranged for her by Xiao Yuqi.

originally wanted her to live in the Prince's Mansion, but Luo Qingluan refused. When she came to Dongwan for temporary refuge, she not only wanted to escape the capture of Emperor Xichu, but also had another thought.

I had discussed with Nangong Yu before, and I wanted to see Dongwan's business, but I never had a chance, so Nangong Yu could only send his henchmen to take care of it. Now that it is rare to come to Dongwan, Luo Qingluan wants to find a time to have a good check-up. If she lives in the Prince's Mansion, it will inevitably be inconvenient, and it will also arouse Xiao Yuqi's attention.

Just thinking about it, there was a sound of footsteps at the door, Luo Qingluan guessed that it was probably Xiao Yuqi who came, stood up and looked at the door.

As she expected, in the past two days, Xiao Yuqi would bring some basic daily necessities to her every day, whether it was firewood, rice, oil, salt, or clothes, in short, everything was complete and hospitable.

As soon as she saw Luo Qingluan, Xiao Yuqi laughed: "Miss Luo, can you have breakfast?" ”

Since Luo Qingluan arrived in Dongwan, Xiao Yuqi did not call her Princess Chu anymore, so naturally both of them knew about it. On the one hand, in order to hide Luo Qingluan's identity, on the other hand, if it is known that there is a princess living here and attracting attention, it will not be good, so Xiao Yuqi called Luo Qingluan's boudoir name.

Seeing that the subordinate behind Xiao Yuqi was carrying a bamboo basket, Luo Qingluan asked with a smile, "What did Prince Xiao bring to me?" I'm sorry to have bothered you for the past two days. ”

The next person's name is Li Dong, and he has always followed Xiao Yuqi before and after, and he is very trusted.

As soon as he heard Luo Qingluan's question, he trotted all the way and put the bamboo basket on the stone table in front of Luo Qingluan, and opened it to her: "Miss Lu, this is the bamboo cake that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince brought to you, it is our most famous snack, you can try it." ”

After saying that, he also laughed twice with a flattering face.

Li Dong knew that the Luo girl in front of him was brought back from Xichu by His Royal Highness the Prince, although she didn't know her identity and family background, she was as beautiful as a fairy, and her temperament far surpassed that of other daughters and nobles he had seen. He took it for granted that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince liked this Luo girl, so how could he not hurry up.

In front of him was a plate of dim sum wrapped in green bamboo leaves, obviously freshly steamed, and it was still steaming, and Luo Qingluan immediately smelled a burst of fragrance and sweetness.

Xiao Yuqi was also not polite, and sat on the stone bench in front of Luo Qingluan.

Recently, he has also become more familiar with Luo Qingluan, and he is not as polite as before. He picked up two pairs of chopsticks in the bamboo basket, handed a pair to Luo Qingluan, smiled and didn't speak, but the meaning was self-evident.

In the past two days, Luo Qingluan has been somewhat restless, and she got up late this morning, and after washing up, she stood in the yard to think about things, and she really didn't have time to eat.

Also living with Luo Qingluan are Xu Lian and Xu Wei. Xu Lian was in charge of Luo Qingluan's three times a day and served with her, while Xu Wei lived in the outer courtyard and was responsible for protecting Luo Qingluan's safety.

Although the two of them also felt that this Dongwan prince had a good character and was also their life-saving benefactor, no matter what, whether it was Xu Lian or Xu Wei, they also maintained a certain vigilance and suspicion of Xiao Yuqi.

Luo Qingluan smiled: "Prince Xiao came just in time, I really didn't have breakfast." ”

She gently sandwiched a chopsticks bamboo cake, which was really soft and silky, sweet and delicious to eat, and with the fragrance of bamboo leaves and the smoothness of glutinous rice. Tender. For a while, Luo Qingluan couldn't eat it, what was this made of.

"How?" Xiao Yuqi looked at her expectantly.

Luo Qingluan nodded: "It's really good, it's worthy of being the chef of the Prince's Mansion, the craftsmanship is very good, it's the first time I've eaten such a special pastry." ”

In addition to this bamboo cake, Xiao Yuqi also brought some preserved fruits and desserts. A plate of translucent soup-filled xiaolongbao is even more meaty, Luo Qingluan happened to be a little hungry at this time, and ate four of them in one go, somewhat disregarding the image.

Xiao Yuqi didn't care at all, but felt that Luo Qingluan was quite bold, not at all as delicate and pretentious as other aristocratic women.

After eating breakfast, it was almost noon at this time, Luo Qingluan came to his senses, took the handkerchief handed by Xu Lian and wiped his mouth, and then asked, "Prince Xiao, how is the situation in the city now?" I want to find a time to go out of town, isn't it convenient? ”

Since he was going out, Luo Qingluan didn't plan to hide it from Xiao Yuqi, after all, this was his territory.

If the other party wants to spy on her, I'm afraid that she won't be able to hide it, so she simply said it directly, which also shows her trust in Xiao Yuqi and compares her heart to her heart.

It seems that this is also expected by Xiao Yuqi, he looked at Luo Qingluan, and said with a smile: "It's almost over, this palace is here today, I want to take you out for a walk, let Miss Luo see the customs of our Dongwan, after all, you have been scared these days, go out to play, it can be regarded as a relaxation." ”

Luo Qingluan didn't think about going out with Xiao Yuqi, the place she was going to was not something that Xiao Yuqi could know, otherwise he would be detected.

Luo Qingluan said lightly: "Don't bother, Prince Xiao, I'll go with Xu Lian and Xu Wei." You have so many things to do, you can't waste time with me. ”

Somewhat understood what Luo Qingluan meant, Xiao Yuqi smiled faintly, and did not insist: "Okay, in that case, Miss Luo will go shopping by herself, if there is anything, you can take out this thing......"

After speaking, he took off a jade pendant from his waist and handed it to Luo Qingluan: "This is my token, and Miss Luo can carry it with me more or less in case of emergency." ”

I didn't expect Xiao Yuqi to think so thoughtfully, Luo Qingluan looked at the jade pendant in front of him, which was different from the one that Nalan Ye gave her. This inky black jade pendant is engraved with a flying dragon on it, which is shrouded in clouds and mist, and looks vivid, and has been played with by the owner smooth and shiny.

Luo Qingluan picked up the jade pendant, only to see that there was a Xiao character behind it, but I was afraid that it was a royal thing.

Luo Qingluan immediately said: "I'm afraid it's not good, Prince Xiao, this jade pendant is so valuable, wouldn't it be ...... if I accidentally damaged it?"

"Brother Prince, why did you give this jade pendant to this woman?"

Unexpectedly, a discordant voice suddenly sounded, even though Luo Qingluan didn't look back, when she heard this voice, she knew who was coming.

Xiao Ningyu had long wanted to come to Luo Qingluan, but every time she asked Xiao Yuqi, the latter didn't tell her where Luo Qingluan lived temporarily. No, if Xiao Ningyu hadn't sent someone to follow Xiao Yuqi, she wouldn't have successfully found this small courtyard today.

Looking up and down the courtyard, a trace of disdain flashed in Xiao Ningyu's eyes.

Such a simple courtyard, if she didn't live here, of course, this woman deserves to live in this dirty and simple place, after all, she is still a fugitive from Xichu!

Walking over quickly, Xiao Ningyu stretched out her hand to Luo Qingluan and said proudly: "Return the jade pendant, this is not something you can take casually!" ”

Luo Qingluan not only did not return it, but pinched the piece of ink jade pendant even tighter: "Princess Duanrou, why is it that your voice has only been good for two days, and you have come out and run around, and you are not afraid of being unable to speak after being cold?" But be careful. ”

"You...... Luo Qingluan, do you dare to threaten this palace? A flash of fear flashed in Xiao Ningyu's eyes, and when she mentioned it, she still had palpitations.

On the second day after coming to Dongwanguo, Luo Qingluan went to lift the ban on Xiao Ningyu's throat, after all, for Xiao Yuqi's sake to help her, she could no longer use Xiao Ningyu's voice as a counterbalance.

Although Luo Qingluan had long known that Xiao Ningyu would not give up, even so, she was not worried about Xiao Ningyu. If the other party really makes trouble, isn't there anyone who can clean her up?

Sure enough, Xiao Ningyu's face changed, and she was about to snatch the Mo Yu pendant, but Xiao Yuqi's face on the side sank: "Ning Yu, don't be rude, Miss Luo is my guest, how can you be so nonsense?" Don't disgrace your princess status. ”

"Brother!" Xiao Ningyu suddenly became coquettish, "How can you say that about me?" I'm your sister, this woman has bad intentions, and you give her your jade pendant, who knows if she will do anything with this? ”

"The jade pendant was given to Miss Luo by me, don't worry about it." Xiao Yuqi made a straight face, said a few words to Xiao Ningyu, turned around and looked at Luo Qingluan, very guilty, "Miss Luo, I'm sorry, my sister's temper has always been like this, you have to bear with me." ”

Luo Qingluan smiled and did not speak.

This Xiao Ningyu is indeed spoiled, otherwise if it weren't for her status as a princess, would she be so arrogant? I'm afraid that if I don't say the right thing, I will be slapped by others. As a woman, it's useless to even look beautiful, you have to rely on your brain.

Seeing that Xiao Yuqi didn't move, Xiao Ningyu became more and more angry.

Her voice has been hoarse for half a month, and it is easy to return to normal, and then Luo Qingluan cures it, but she was also dumb! Xiao Ningyu's heart hasn't come out yet!

Originally, he didn't want Luo Qingluan to follow them back to Dongwan, and Xiao Ningyu was warned by his brother, so he must not tell Luo Qingluan's identity and whereabouts, otherwise, ......

Although Xiao Yuqi didn't say how to punish Xiao Ningyu, Xiao Ningyu also knew that once her brother took it seriously, she wouldn't dare to do nonsense, otherwise, it would be terrible for her brother to be angry.

But if she wanted Xiao Ningyu to swallow this breath, she couldn't do anything, so she easily learned about Luo Qingluan's residence, and immediately ran to find fault. After all, Dongwan is her place, and Luo Qingluan is afraid that she will be unlucky.

Not wanting to waste time with this unruly princess, Luo Qingluan got up with the jade pendant and said lightly to Xiao Yuqi: "Okay, then thank you Prince Xiao for the jade pendant, I'll go out." ”

"Stop!"

Luo Qingluan hadn't taken a step yet, Xiao Ningyu had already stretched out her hand to block her, "If you don't give the jade pendant to the palace today, you won't want to go out of this door." ”

really has a face and a figure, but this brain hasn't grown much? Luo Qingluan shook his head and looked at Xiao Yuqi helplessly: "Prince Xiao, if I have any offense against the princess, please bear with me." ”

"Ning Yu, don't come back yet!" Xiao Yuqi knew that Luo Qingluan was already displeased, and his face turned black with anger. He didn't want Xiao Ningyu to offend Luo Qingluan, but in front of Luo Qingluan, he didn't want to teach his sister too much, after all, the ugliness of the family should not be publicized.

Seeing Luo Qingluan go out with a girl and a subordinate, Xiao Ningyu chopped her feet and complained to Xiao Yuqi. But her brother, who usually dotes on her again, ignores her today, only with a gloomy face and a serious look.