vstars Chapter 20: Begging for Skill Chapter 3
Chapter 20: Begging for Skill Chapter 3
Qiao Xinian stood there, watching her back as she walked away. The lotus on her skirt seemed to be there and not there, which made her lost in thought for a moment. Then, after coming back to her senses, she couldn't help but look up at Song Fangxun. After hesitating, she tentatively called out, "Husband."
Song Fangxun stared at Yan Qingwan's back in a trance.
He thought to himself, maybe she still had feelings for him and just used a different way to get his attention.
But he is already married, so even if she has any other ideas, her parents and brothers will probably not agree.
Thinking of this, he felt a flash of regret in his heart for some reason.
His thoughts were interrupted. When he came to his senses, he lowered his eyebrows and looked at Qiao Xinian, and said in a gentle tone: "Niannian, what's wrong?"
Qiao Xinian thought about the appearance of the woman just now. She couldn't open her mouth to ask.
What was he asking? He was asking whether he had a beloved girlfriend when he came to the capital to take the exam.
As for the appearance of the girl just now, she naturally knew that she could never catch up with her even if she flattered her.
If something really happened between the two of them, he would not have returned to the countryside, married her in a sedan chair carried by eight people, and then rushed to the capital together.
After thinking about it, she opened her mouth and said vaguely: "Nothing, I just feel a little uncomfortable, so I won't light the lanterns, let's go home directly."
Upon hearing this, Song Fangxun hurried forward to hold her hand and asked with concern: "Are you okay? There is a family clinic not far away, let's go and take a look."
Qiao Xinian heard this and shook his head, "It's okay, it's just an old problem. I'll be fine after a night's rest."
Song Fangxun: "Okay, then I'll listen to Madam."
"Ah."
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When Yan Qingwan approached, he found two figures standing quietly under the willow tree by the river.
At this distance, these two must have heard clearly what she said to the man surnamed Song just now.
Yan Qingwan's gaze slowly moved upwards, and he realized that the tall and handsome man in front of him was none other than the Crown Prince who had not appeared for a long time.
Today, he was wearing a black straight-collared robe and a silver hollow wooden lotus-edged belt around his waist, on which hung a piece of extremely fine black jade.
The whole person is extremely handsome.
He lowered his head slightly, stared at her calmly, and asked in a low voice: "Why are you here alone?"
Upon hearing this, Yan Qingwan hurriedly bent down slightly and replied softly, "Your Highness, I pay my respects to His Majesty the Crown Prince. I was originally with my third brother, but unexpectedly, the crowd suddenly became crowded, and by the time I realized what was happening, I was already here."
"The person you just talked to looks familiar to me."
Yan Qingwan paused when he heard this. Before he could explain, he heard the eunuch behind His Royal Highness the Crown Prince say, "Your Highness, that is this year's top scholar, Song Fangxun."
Si Jinchen pondered for a moment, then said slowly, "I see. I guess I have seen it before."
After he finished speaking, he lowered his eyes slightly, his gaze fell on Yan Qingwan, his face as calm as water, and asked softly: "Are you going to set off lanterns?"
Upon hearing this, Yan Qingwan was slightly stunned at first, then nodded, curled up the corners of his lips, and explained softly: "That's right, I thought since I'm here, I might as well light a lantern before going back."
Si Jinchen stared at her delicate and tempting red lips, and his fingers flicked subconsciously. The warm touch in the Imperial Garden last time involuntarily emerged in his mind.
He nodded slightly and said in a calm tone: "Let's go, I'll go with you."
When Yan Qingwan heard this, he was stunned.
His Royal Highness, what did he just say?
I actually want to accompany her to light lanterns?
The weather has been really good recently, but she doesn’t have a fever!
Si Jinchen walked a few steps and saw that she was still standing there in a daze, so he stopped and turned to look at her, reminding her in a calm tone: "Miss Yan?"
Yan Qingwan came back to his senses and quickly responded, "Hey, here I come."
After she finished speaking, she trotted after him a few steps, raised her head and gave him a polite yet somewhat restrained smile.
Si Jinchen's gaze lingered on the hem of her skirt for a moment, then he nodded silently and looked away.
Yan Qingwan stood quietly by the stream, and her eyes couldn't help but glance at the man not far from her.
Unexpectedly, the first Qiqiao Festival she celebrated in this world was the one where she lit lanterns with the famous Crown Prince.
But in a moment, she withdrew her gaze, pursed her lips, gently picked up the small and exquisite lotus lantern at hand, and placed it carefully in the water.
Then she clasped her hands together, closed her eyes devoutly and made a wish.
After making the wish, he slowly opened his eyes and looked towards the river.
She saw the lotus lantern, carrying all her wishes, slowly floating down the river.
Yan Qingwan's eyes followed the orange light that drifted farther and farther away, watching it disappear from his sight...
Until the deep and magnetic voice of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince sounded in my ears: "It's getting late, and the lanterns have gone far away. I'll take the girl back. I'm sure her brother must be worried."
Yan Qingwan came back to his senses from his daze and nodded quickly, saying, "Thank you very much, Your Highness."
Si Jinchen glanced at Yan Qingwan, a barely perceptible smile flashed across his eyes, and said, "If that's the case, then let's go."
Yan Qingwan quickly responded, bowed again, and then followed Si Jinchen and walked slowly forward.
Behind her, Zhong Chengyi silently watched her back, then looked at the pace of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince in front of him, which was much slower than usual.
I couldn't help but sigh in my heart: It seems that this Miss Yan is different in His Highness's heart. If I see her again in the future, I must be more respectful to her.
As the two walked hand in hand, Yan Qingwan felt Si Jinchen's presence beside him.
For a moment, she even felt that they were a pair of lovers who were in love and were spending this romantic Chinese Valentine's Day together.
Yan Qingwan turned his head slightly and his eyes fell on Si Jinchen.
I saw that he was tall and straight, and his handsome face looked even more charming in the moonlight.
I couldn't help but sigh in my heart, with this kind of looks, if I really were to fall in love, it would seem like I wouldn't be at a disadvantage.
What a pity, this is ancient times.
It seems that just being in a relationship without taking responsibility won't work.
Thinking of this, she couldn't help but sigh.
Such an outstanding man, and also His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, but he is alone. It is really a waste of such a good appearance.
Si Jinchen beside her had already noticed her gaze.
Hearing her sigh, he couldn't help but turn his head and lower his eyes to look at her, and said in a low voice: "What's wrong?"
Yan Qingwan came back to his senses, shook his head, and said in a panic: "Nothing, I just thought... my third brother couldn't find me for so long, he must be worried."
There was a hint of remorse and worry in her voice.
Si Jinchen nodded slightly and said softly, "Miss Yan, don't worry. I have already asked my men to inform your brother. He is probably waiting for you in the carriage now."
Upon hearing this, Yan Qingwan looked at him in surprise, and a surge of gratitude surged in her heart. She hurriedly thanked him, "Thank you so much, Your Highness! If you hadn't sent someone to inform me, my third brother would have been even more anxious. I didn't think carefully about releasing the river lanterns before."
"You're welcome." Si Jinchen said calmly, then took the lead and walked forward with a calm and elegant pace.
Yan Qingwan paused for two seconds and then quickly followed.
Arriving at the intersection, Si Jinchen stopped and stood where he was, looking at Yan Qingwan with lowered eyebrows, and said calmly: "Miss Yan's carriage should be waiting nearby, I won't go over."
Yan Qingwan had already seen her own carriage and driver. She nodded, smiled at Si Jinchen, and said softly, "Thank you, Your Highness, for sending me here."
Si Jinchen smiled slightly and responded: "You're welcome. This is what I should do."
His gaze stayed on Yan Qingwan for a moment, then he quickly retracted his gaze and said again: "Miss Yan, please get on the carriage first. I will leave after you get on the carriage."