Chapter 39: Passers-by in the Ancient World 13

Lin Jing is not as stupid as Jiang Sheng.

As soon as he heard Jiang Sheng say that he had eavesdropped outside Jiang Mingzhi's study, he immediately guessed that this was definitely Jiang Mingzhi's plan.

Can anyone eavesdrop on Jiang Mingzhi's study room if they want to?

Jiang Sheng looked dazed and a little bit unbelievable.

"Is it him? Why does he…"

"Could it be that he also..."

"If he took Xiao Xia away, then Xiao Xia shouldn't be in any danger."

Jiang Sheng felt that in just a few days, he had suffered more shocks than he had in the past decade or so.

Dad is not my biological father, but I am trying to snatch someone from him.

Even if the wife you marry is a man, you will still compete with him for her.

He's just like a fool.

Jiang Sheng knew that he might not be that smart, so he said to Lin Jing: "I want to find Xiao Xia, what do you think I should do?"

Even if he was a fool, he didn't want to give up Xiao Xia.

Maybe Xiao Xia likes him like this?

Xiao Xia is willing to leave with him, so he must have a chance.

Jiang Sheng made up his mind.

"Go directly to Jiang Mingzhi for help. Don't tell him you've seen me, and don't question him. It's best to sleep outside his yard."

Lin Jing's voice was cold, but he was not really giving Jiang Sheng any advice.

Jiang Mingzhi's actions did serve as a reminder to him.

They all like Xiao Xia. Since Jiang Mingzhi can transfer Xiao Xia away and try to keep her all to himself, why can't he do the same?

Even if he really found Ke Xiaoxia, Lin Jing would not tell Jiang Sheng.

Jiang Sheng is not really stupid.

He naturally knew in his heart that Lin Jing must have his own little plans in mind, but he had no other choice at the moment and could only do this.

*

Ke Xiaoxia was not aware of the undercurrents outside.

She eats and drinks well in this yard every day.

Recognizing words, practicing calligraphy, reading, and embroidery.

Every day is quite fulfilling.

Ke Xiaoxia is naturally literate, but her body in this life is illiterate.

Jiang Mingzhi was afraid that Ke Xiaoxia would be bored, so he specially hired a female teacher to teach Ke Xiaoxia how to read. Sometimes he would also teach Ke Xiaoxia calligraphy himself.

Now that she has learned embroidery, Ke Xiaoxia is not ready to give up.

Jiang Mingzhi doesn't have time to come every day. Apart from his official duties, he is also pestered by Jiang Sheng.

And because he had to be wary of Ke Xiaoxia being discovered by Lin Jing, Jiang Mingzhi would naturally be extra cautious.

Ke Xiaoxia felt quite comfortable this way.

She felt comfortable when Jiang Mingzhi was not around.

Jiang Mingzhi's arrival won't affect anything.

After a few months of peace and stability, An Hui suddenly took Ke Xiaoxia from the tunnel to the next yard.

Jiang Mingzhi hasn't been here for nearly a month.

Now that they have suddenly moved to another place, Ke Xiaoxia has to think more.

"Is there something wrong with the adults?"

"It is a bit troublesome, madam, don't worry."

The name An Hui changed after Jiang Mingzhi first lived here.

Ke Xiaoxia tried to correct her, but when An Hui still refused to change her mind, she was too lazy to pay attention.

It's just a name anyway.

When they arrived at the next yard, An Hui combed Ke Xiaoxia's hair into a woman's style, then put on a veil and prepared to leave.

Ke Xiaoxia let An Hui manipulate her and made no attempt to escape.

They went out through the main entrance.

There were carriages and maids waiting outside, looking very legitimate.

When Ke Xiaoxia got on the carriage, she saw a group of soldiers heading straight towards the yard where she had lived for several months.

Behind the soldiers was a tall and luxurious carriage. The one she was riding in was completely different from that one.

After just a few glances, Ke Xiaoxia got into the carriage.

She felt a little uneasy.

There is an answer in my heart that is about to emerge.

Ke Xiaoxia lowered her eyes and sat quietly. No matter who was in the carriage, it had nothing to do with her.

It’s nice to have a peaceful life like this now.

The carriage moved slowly, and Ke Xiaoxia's mood calmed down.

As the two carriages moved forward, the distance between them became closer and closer.

We passed each other quickly.

In the luxurious carriage, Lin Jing was resting with his eyes closed.

He has resumed his men's clothing, wearing a golden crown, jade belt, and gorgeous brocade robes.

The face is still the same face, but the aura is completely different.

He opened his eyes instantly when he passed by another carriage.

His eyes were clear and sharp: "Stop that carriage."

Although he didn't look outside, he could hear the noise outside.

There was nothing wrong with the carriage passing by.

Perhaps it was out of intuition, or perhaps it was because he knew that Jiang Mingzhi would never sit there and wait for death, so Lin Jing naturally would not let go of the carriage.

After the carriage that Ke Xiaoxia was on was stopped, Lin Jing got off the carriage and walked towards another carriage step by step.

Anhui comforted her, "Madam, don't be afraid."

Ke Xiaoxia didn't say anything.

She actually had nothing to be afraid of. To her, it made no difference whether she lived with Jiang Mingzhi or with Lin Jing.

After Lin Jing stopped, someone immediately ordered the people in the carriage to get off.

An Hui went down first, followed by Ke Xiaoxia.

As soon as Ke Xiaoxia appeared, Lin Jing's eyes fell on her, without blinking, and he was reluctant to take his eyes off her.

Even though Ke Xiaoxia was wearing a veil, Lin Jing could still see clearly at a glance that this was Ke Xiaoxia.

Lin Jing was a little excited.

Before he could say anything, a man suddenly jumped out from behind: "Xiao Xia, I finally see you."

No one else but Jiang Sheng would be so reckless.

Jiang Sheng not only rushed over, he also reached out and hugged Ke Xiaoxia.

An Hui frowned and tried to pull Jiang Sheng away, but Jiang Sheng held Ke Xiaoxia tightly.

"Xiao Xia, I'm sorry, it's all my fault. I didn't protect you well. It's all my fault, wuwuwu..."

Ke Xiaoxia: "...I don't blame you, stop crying."

Lin Jing's face turned completely black.

How did Jiang Sheng know his whereabouts? How could he follow him without being noticed?

"Your Highness, you didn't win this round either."

Jiang Mingzhi walked over and came to the place where Jiang Sheng rushed out.

Lin Jing's eyes were cold and his face expressionless.

Jiang Mingzhi had a smile on his lips, and he looked gentle and elegant.

"The Prime Minister is really good at this."

"It's the same with you. I'm just more generous than Your Highness."

*

Jiang Mingzhi didn't want to be generous.

He asked himself whether he had helped Lin Jing more than enough, but in the end, he just wanted a woman, but Lin Jing had to compete with him for her.

Since he can't get it, how can Lin Jing achieve perfection?

You can't have your cake and eat it too. Lin Jing is still a little too greedy.

But in fact Jiang Mingzhi also knew.

Lin Jing has the greatest chance of winning.

After he sat in that position, even if he and Jiang Sheng were killed directly, who would dare to say anything?

It's nothing more than a bad reputation in the future and the possibility of becoming a king who loses his country.

After all, Jiang Mingzhi is not a gentleman.

*

The atmosphere in the room was somewhat solemn.

Lin Jing and Jiang Mingzhi remained silent, and the two communicated with their eye contact.

Jiang Sheng was not aware of this and kept chattering in Ke Xiaoxia's ear.

Everything that should and shouldn't be said was said.

For example, after the temple was destroyed, he went to find Lin Jing, and Lin Jing gave him advice.

For example, after Lin Jing regained his identity, Jiang Mingzhi came to him.

As Jiang Sheng spoke one word after another, the tense atmosphere between Lin Jing and Jiang Mingzhi could no longer be maintained.

Ke Xiaoxia looked at Jiang Mingzhi, then at Lin Jing, and finally at Jiang Sheng who kept talking.

I actually don't know whether Jiang Sheng is really naive or just doing it on purpose.

Is this intentional?

Deliberately exposing their shortcomings.