"No...no, none of them!"

Xi Zhicai quickly shook his head in denial, a hint of embarrassment showing on his face.

"Really? You don't have any?"

Liu Hong looked at Xi Zhicai with great suspicion. Although he had never been in a relationship, he couldn't help but feel that there was something wrong with Xi Zhicai.

"Yes, really not!!"

Xi Zhicai nodded solemnly.

"Alright then! It's fine if we don't have it!"

Seeing Xi Zhicai's appearance, Liu Hong couldn't help but recall what the Empress Dowager had mentioned to him last night. Then, Liu Hong looked at Xi Zhicai with a smile on his face.

"Yesterday, I heard from the Empress Dowager that Lady Song's family has a niece who is sixteen years old, gentle, virtuous, and dignified. I think she is quite good, and she is a good match for Zhicai!"

"Madam Song's niece...?"

Xi Zhicai was stunned for a moment, and the image of that beautiful woman involuntarily appeared in his mind.

"Hmm, how come Zhicai knows him...?"

Seeing Xi Zhicai suddenly freeze in place, Liu Hong couldn't help but reveal a wicked smile.

"Hmm~, I've met you before, but we're not close..."

Xi Zhicai's words were somewhat indistinct, and he couldn't help but recall the scene of meeting her.

It was at a banquet celebrating Song Feng's birthday that Xi Zhicai was invited to attend.

As one of the most trusted young men by the emperor's side, Xi Zhicai was naturally treated with great respect and was seated at the head table.

As Song Feng's relatives and friends offered their birthday wishes, the appearance of three women attracted the attention of all the guests.

The person in the middle is naturally Song Feng's beloved daughter, Song Yue.

The other two women were daughters of Madam Song's sister. On the right was Wang Yan, Song Yue's cousin, who was one year younger than Song Yue, and on the left was Wang Yin, Song Yue's cousin, who was three years older than Song Yue.

Standing to Song Yue's right, Wang Yan was naturally beautiful, with a stunning appearance that surpassed even Song Yue's, drawing praise from everyone.

Xi Zhicai's attention, however, was drawn to Wang Yin, who was to Song Yue's left.

Unlike Song Yue's elegance and tranquility and Wang Yan's natural beauty, Wang Yin's big eyes and curved eyelashes make her appear lively and playful, giving the impression that she is a cheerful and carefree woman.

This undoubtedly deeply attracted the equally carefree Xi Zhicai. Throughout the banquet, Xi Zhicai kept glancing at her intentionally or unintentionally, even forgetting to drink his wine.

All of Xi Zhicai's actions were naturally observed by Madam Song.

During one of Lady Song's visits to the palace to chat with Dou Miao, Lady Song naturally told Dou Miao about this matter.

Dou Miao and Lady Dong were not very interested in Wang Yin; a woman of higher status than the emperor was absolutely not allowed to enter the palace.

Dou Miao was very familiar with Xi Zhicai, who had always been by Liu Hong's side, and knew his talent, character, and abilities very well. She naturally knew how important this person was to her son.

You should know that Song Yue was Dou Miao and Dong Shi's chosen daughter-in-law long ago. Now that Xi Zhicai has taken a liking to her cousin, if this matter comes to fruition, her relationship with Liu Hong will naturally become closer in the future, and they will naturally be happy to see it happen.

Furthermore, Wang Yan also piqued their interest, and they had someone bring them a portrait of her. At first glance, Dou Miao and Dong Shi took a liking to Wang Yan. Such a beautiful girl, it would be such a pity if she didn't become their son's concubine.

So, during a meal, Dou Miao and Dong kept talking to Liu Hong about Wang Yan, and also mentioned Xi Zhicai and Wang Yin.

Liu Hong didn't care much about either Song Yue or Wang Yan. With the Empress Dowager and his own mother overseeing things, their looks and family backgrounds were definitely not a problem. It was only a matter of time before they were brought into the harem.

On the contrary, it was the story of Wang Yin and Xi Zhicai that piqued Liu Hong's interest; he also wanted to see what love was like in ancient times.

That's why Liu Hong subtly inquired about Xi Zhicai's private affairs, since he was quite bored at the moment.

"Hey~, what are you thinking about? Why haven't you said anything for so long??"

Seeing Xi Zhicai lost in his memories, Liu Hong couldn't help but wave his hand in front of Xi Zhicai's face, looking at him with amusement.

"Ah? Oh, it was my rudeness, Your Majesty, please forgive me..."

"What crime? I'm asking you, do you want to see that girl again?"

Liu Hong raised his eyebrows and looked at Xi Zhicai with a wicked grin.

"This...! Your Majesty...!"

Upon hearing Liu Hong's question, Xi Zhicai became somewhat awkward, unsure of what to say.

Seeing this, Liu Hong couldn't help but smile, and then said:

"If you don't want to think about it, then forget it. It's getting late, Zhicai, you should go back and rest. We can talk about it tomorrow!"

"Uh... Your Majesty, I think... oh, no, I've been hungry all day... what do you think?"

As he spoke, Xi Zhicai rubbed his stomach and looked at Liu Hong expectantly.

Looking at Xi Zhicai, who was standing still and refused to move, Liu Hong couldn't help but shake his head and laugh.

"Heh~, alright... then have a meal with me before you leave!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Xi Zhicai quickly and happily thanked Liu Hong.

"You... I give you a good salary, don't I? And I just increased your salary a few days ago, so why do you always like to stay here and freeload off me?"

Is he really saving up to get married?

Seeing Xi Zhicai's delighted expression, Liu Hong couldn't help but tease him.

"Getting a wife...?"

Xi Zhicai was stunned for a moment, and looked at Liu Hong with a hint of resentment.

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