Chu Jiaoxing rolled her eyes, thought for a while, and said, "Tell me, the anonymous reader who keeps feedback that I want to make Beigong Tengxiao look better, could it be him?"
"That's right." Chu Jiaoli snorted coldly and said, "Looking at such a ridiculous story, it is simply demeaning. Why didn't he peel off your skin?"
"That's because your eldest sister's writing is beautiful and he likes it." Chu Jiaoxing said proudly. She glanced at the brocade box in Chu Jiaoli's hand and said with a smile, "Did I give you another gift?"
Chu Jiaoli quickly hid the brocade box behind her, blushed and lowered her head.
Chu Jiaoxing suppressed a smile and said: "According to me, he cares about you so much for your temperament. If you are as charming as Li'er in this book, he will definitely pamper you to the sky."
"Another nonsense..." Chu Jiaoli glanced at the book with disdain and said, "You should mind your own and Prince Qi's affairs first."
After saying that, she turned and left.
"I..." Chu Jiaoxing was speechless for a moment. Seeing her walking away quickly, she muttered in a low voice, "Why does it have to do with me and that bastard..."
Xianghou Mansion.
In Xiang Yini's room, Xiang Yini was pouring tea for Xiang Qanting with her head down.
She raised her head and glanced at Xiang Qanting, who was calm, and swallowed slightly nervously.
Although Chu Jiaoli and Beigong Tengxiao have separated, she has not had any chance to come into contact with Beigong Tengxiao in the past month.
I don’t know if Xiang Qanting can’t hold it in any longer and wants to blame her...
Xiang Qanting slowly opened his lips and said, "There is good news and bad news."
Xiang Yini raised her eyebrows, a trace of confusion flashed in her eyes, and said, "Dad...it doesn't matter."
"The good news is that six days ago, Prince Nanyue asked Chu Jiaoli to make clothes, and today he went out with her again. Chu Jiaoli also gave him a hairpin, and the two had a very happy conversation."
Hearing this, a glimmer of light flashed across Xiang Yini's eyes. Doesn't Chu Jiaoli intend to compete with her for Beigong Tengxiao?
However, Xiang Qanting was not happy, fearing that the bad news would also be a fatal blow.
She asked carefully, "Where's the bad news?"
"The prince went to see Chu Jiaoli. The three of them took a carriage together and sent Prince Nanyue back to the embassy. After that, the two of them had some time alone. As you know, they are like rain after a long drought, and dry fire when fire. It burns when touched."
Hearing this, Xiang Yini's heart suddenly skipped a beat, and she said in a somewhat sad voice: "My daughter is useless. Since the birthday party, Chu Jiaoli has become famous. I am afraid that she will be named the Crown Princess in the future... "
Xiang Qanting thought deeply and said, "If she can fall in love with Prince Nanyue, it would be a wonderful thing for her as a princess to marry Nanyue and a marriage between the two countries."
Xiang Yini was stunned for a moment and said: "This... Chu Jiaoli is from such a background, wouldn't it be a loss of status to marry an ally country? Will the emperor agree?"
"His Royal Highness is the only son of the Emperor. Although Chu Jiaoli has a high reputation, as a Crown Princess, the Emperor is also concerned about it. Prince Nanyue is different from His Highness. Emperor Nanyue does not regard him as so important. Regarding marriage, Prince Nanyue does not regard him as so important. If you get married, you will feel freer."
Xiang Yini nodded knowingly.
Xiang Qanting raised his hand and rubbed the center of his brow, and said: "The emperor will not agree to His Highness taking concubines before marrying the wife. The situation is not a foregone conclusion, but you still have a chance."
"My daughter will take care of it."
"Right now, I just hope that the thorn in Chu Jiaoli's side can be eliminated, so that you can hope to develop a relationship with His Highness."
Hearing this, Xiang Yini showed a faint smile and said, "I have to trouble my father to talk to the emperor more about this matter."
"Don't be reckless." Xiang Qianting frowned seriously and said, "Remember, you are not only the princess, but also the legitimate daughter of the Marquis. You are more qualified for marriage than Chu Jiaoli. I can't make things worse. The earth will deliver you."
Hearing this, Xiang Yini suddenly felt a little scared, then nodded and said, "Dad is more thoughtful."
Two days later, the sun was shining brightly.
An exquisite painting boat sails on the lake.
Chu Jiaoli looked at the gurgling lake water, showing a faint smile, and said: "Your Highness, this lake is the largest and most beautiful lake in the Beiming Imperial Capital. Literati and elegant guests all like to visit the lake to enjoy the scenery. This painting boat was also built in recent days. Yes, I hope this trip to the lake will meet His Highness the Prince’s wishes.”
Nangong Tianyu looked at the elegant scenery by the lake and said with a smile: "The scenery in Beiming is really nice. Princess Anhe knows how to treat guests. I am satisfied with everything you have arranged."
Hearing this, Chu Jiaoli smiled politely and said, "It is An He's honor to be praised by His Royal Highness."
Before even exchanging a few words, the view outside the window dimmed a little. Chu Jiaoli turned around and saw Beigong Tengxiao on the boat opposite.
She raised her eyebrows slightly and said, "His Royal Highness...are you passing by again?"
"Of course." Beigong Tengxiao raised his voice and stood with his hands behind his hands, looking as if he should take it for granted.
"Prince Beiming, what a coincidence." Nangong Tianyu had a polite smile on his face, but there was a hint of chill in his eyes.
He was not suspicious last time, so how could he be so lucky this time?
Chu Jiaoli used to be his maid, so what? Does the prince, a majestic prince, still pursue his former maid?
The air was slightly awkward for a while. Nangong Tianyu looked at the chessboard in the room and said, "Can the princess know how to play chess?"
Chu Jiaoli smiled a little awkwardly and said, "An He... has only studied for a few days."
"It's okay, let's play chess for a while." After saying this, Nangong Tianyu sat down at the chess table.
Beigong Tengxiao narrowed his phoenix eyes slightly and said: "Prince Nanyue is rarely interested. Princess Anhe is not good at learning, so I will follow you."
Hearing this, Nangong Tianyu raised his eyebrows slightly and said, "It's okay."
"Of course it is harmful." Beigong Tengxiao glanced at Chu Jiaoli and said, "Family scandals should not be made public."
Chu Jiaoli choked suddenly, what kind of family scandal? She is not his wife...
Nangong Tianyu gently raised the corners of his lips, and it would be good to compete with Prince Beiming.
After thinking about it, he said: "In that case, please do it."
A moment.
There was a faint scent of incense burning on the incense burner, and a few black and white chess pieces had fallen on the chessboard.
Beigong Tengxiao glanced at Chu Jiaoli. She was sitting between the two of them, observing the chess game carefully.
He slowly raised the corners of his lips, never realizing that she was so interested.
That would be much more interesting.
As more and more chess pieces fell, the chess game became increasingly tense. Chu Jiaoli frowned, and a thin layer of sweat seemed to have formed on her forehead.
The bystander was nervous, but the two people in the game still landed one after another calmly.
Half an hour later, Nangong Tianyu reached into the chess box, but found nothing.
He was stunned for a moment, then chuckled, looked up at Beigong Tengxiao, and said: "Prince Beiming, this game is really exciting."
