Chapter 50: Father, can you help me clean up? ...

The party was drawing to a close and everyone was drunk.

The sage had already left for the palace, leaving only the newly-appointed Jinshi scholars here.

Some people, under the influence of alcohol, were inspired to write poetry and could not help but stand up and recite a few lines.

But I haven't shouted out loud yet.

The sound of stringed instruments in the pavilion on the water in the distance suddenly changed its tone.

Through the thin gauze hanging from the four corners of the pavilion, in addition to the musicians, there was actually another boy.

The man there kept dancing with his waist...

Her figure is tall and slender. Although her appearance cannot be seen clearly through the fluttering gauze, there is a unique beauty in the hazy view.

The woman who stood up and was about to recite a poem couldn't help rubbing her eyes.

After confirming that she wasn't hallucinating, she said to everyone, "Look—there's someone dancing over there."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone looked over subconsciously.

I immediately saw the figures of the dancing men in the pavilion.

After a few moments of silence.

Some people couldn't help but wonder: "Why have I never heard of singing and dancing at this Wenxi banquet?"

Scholars studied the classics, history, and the teachings of Confucius, and they always prided themselves on being noble.

Even in private, a woman's bad nature cannot be hidden.

But because of his pride, he never brought this matter up in public.

In the elegant Wenxi Garden, which they called a paradise for literati, a dancer suddenly appeared, dancing to lascivious music.

This is really surprising and puzzling.

Therefore, this group of women looked at each other with disdain, but at the same time they couldn't help but secretly look towards the water pavilion, their eyes following the figure of the dancer behind the veil.

Some people were drunk and even took two deep breaths out of stimulation.

Everyone watched in fascination.

Mu Tong looked at Si Yao who was still sitting at the table drinking, and patted her on the shoulder: "Junior sister, why don't you take a look? This dancer is really good. He has a unique charm."

Si Yao stared at the wine glass in his hand without even turning his head.

From the beginning to the end, he was not interested in what was happening in the small pavilion in the water.

Her voice was cold and flat. "There's nothing good to see here, but it's not as good as the wine in front of me."

Mu Tong immediately glared at her, almost rolling his eyes.

She didn't expect that her junior sister would be so pretentious.

It's not that good-looking. If her cousin was in front of her, her eyes would be glued to him.

She chuckled, "Alright, I know you're taken, so I won't look."

After saying that, he turned back to watch for fun.

At a certain moment, the sound of string and wind instruments in the pavilion suddenly stopped.

Everyone still hasn't figured out the situation.

Then I saw a small boat carrying a person slowly approaching from the pavilion in the water.

Wow—wow—

The oars paddled the water, making a crisp sound.

As the boat approached, the people on the shore could see the men standing on the boat clearly.

Someone recognized the identity of the boy and immediately bowed and saluted: "Greetings to Master Chenghua——"

Everyone was slightly stunned.

I didn't expect that this dancer had another identity.

They quickly followed suit and added the gift, "Greetings to Master Chenghua."

Si Yao had already stood up when the first woman spoke.

Together with those students who were slow to realize the situation, I bowed in respect.

Ding-ling--ding-ling--

The son of Chenghua County got off the boat and went ashore.

The small bell hanging from his waist swayed continuously as he moved.

Leaving behind a series of crisp and pleasant sounds.

"No need to be so polite, everyone."

He spoke with a smile in his voice.

His eyes glanced at Si Yao intentionally or unintentionally.

"I was bored and heard there was some excitement here, so I came to take a look. It turns out that the new students were having a banquet here."

There was a hint of innocence in his words, as if he had just walked in here unintentionally.

"I'm sorry to bother you all."

Prince Chenghua bowed apologetically.

How could these newly-minted students bear it so well? They quickly shook their heads and waved their hands to indicate that nothing was wrong.

Prince Chenghua was just pretending and soon stood up straight.

He spoke again, "It's getting late, and I can't stay any longer. But I was in such a hurry to leave today that I forgot to bring any guards. I wonder if there is any lady willing to escort me for a while?"

The words fell.

Before some people volunteered.

Cheng Huajunzi suddenly turned his gaze and fell on Si Yao, who had a cold expression.

He arched his brows and smiled slightly: "Lady Champion, please give me a ride."

As soon as these words came out.

Everyone's eyes fell on Si Yao, their expressions quite meaningful.

Si Yao frowned imperceptibly.

He hasn't spoken yet.

Master Chenghua then added, "You, the Lady Number One Scholar, are not planning to reject me, are you? I see that you are tall and strong, and if you were to encounter any bad people, you would be able to fend them off. Don't worry, if you send me back to the Prince's Mansion today, I will remember it. I will praise you in front of the Empress Dowager some other day and ask her to reward you well."

As soon as he opened his mouth, he brought out all the saints.

Although Si Yao was reluctant, he finally came out.

Chenghua County Master immediately smiled sweetly.

Turning around and walking out, he said, "Let's go, Lady Champion. I'm sorry for your hard work today."

Si Yao followed in his footsteps.

The others who stayed where they were looked at each other in bewilderment.

Someone couldn't help but murmur, "The number one scholar is probably going to climb up the social ladder."

This Chenghua County Master was obviously coming for Si Yao.

Everyone had different expressions.

Only Mu Tong and a few others looked worried.

They all knew that Si Yao and her cousin were in love with each other.

Now that he is favored by this Chenghua County Master, it is not a good thing for Si Yao.

*

Outside Wenxi Garden

After Cheng Huajunzi got on the carriage, he saw Si Yao still standing there in a daze.

He immediately raised his eyebrows, "What are you still standing there for, Lady Champion? Hurry up and get on board. Don't worry, this carriage of mine is more than enough to accommodate another woman like you."

Si Yao bowed and said, "Men and women should not touch each other. For the sake of your reputation, I'd better follow behind the carriage and escort you."

She lowered her eyes and never looked up at him from beginning to end.

Look at her cold and withdrawn look.

Cheng Huajunzi felt a little unhappy.

He looked directly at the coachwoman and ordered, "You—get down and run."

The coachwoman was terrified and quickly jumped out of the carriage.

Cheng Huajun stood in front of the carriage and looked at Si Yao below: "Since Lady Zhuangyuan is unwilling to stay in the same carriage with me, then please drive for me yourself."

After saying that, he lifted the car curtain and got in.

"Madam, give—"

The coachwoman immediately handed the whip to her.

Si Yao pinched the whip, pursed his lips, and then got into the carriage.

She finished, "My lord, please sit tight. This is my first time driving a carriage, so I'm sure you won't get jolted."

After saying that, he drove his horse forward.

Cheng Huajunzi in the carriage had no time to react and fell forward in an instant.

"ah--"

He screamed.

Si Yao ignored it.

He just silently quickened his pace.

An hour later, the carriage stopped at the eldest prince's mansion.

Si Yao threw away the whip and jumped out of the car.

He asked in a gentle voice towards the carriage, "Junzi, are you okay? We have arrived at the eldest prince's mansion."

The people in the car did not respond for a long time.

After a long time, Cheng Huajunzi came out in a somewhat embarrassed manner.

My legs were shaking when I got off the car.

He stood in front of Si Yao and glared at her fiercely, "Did you do this on purpose?"

"What is Junzi talking about?"

Si Yao looked innocent.

Seeing her like this, Cheng Huajunzi was so angry that he had no place to vent his anger.

Finally, he stamped his feet and snorted, "Si Yuzhuo, there will be a time for you to beg this prince!"

After saying that, he walked straight into the mansion angrily.

Si Yao looked at his figure disappearing behind the door, then raised his eyes to look at the luxurious plaque of the Eldest Prince's Mansion above the red door.

His expression was full of indifference.

Then he turned and left without any reluctance.

*

Si Family

When Si Yao came back, Fang Zhiyue was still awake.

There were candles burning in the room, and he was sitting on a soft couch, embroidering a red veil.

She saw this scene when she pushed the door open.

She walked over and said softly, "Father, why haven't you gone to bed yet so late? Did you spend the whole day embroidering this red veil?"

Suddenly I heard her voice.

Fang Zhiyue came back to his senses from his concentration.

She raised her head instantly, "Sister Yao, you're back. I'm not sleepy yet, so I wanted to embroider for a while longer..."

Si Yao snatched the thing from his hand and put it aside.

She lifted him from the couch and placed him on her lap. "Be careful not to hurt your eyes. It's not too late to embroider tomorrow."

"You, why are you back so early?"

Fang Zhiyue felt a little awkward when he was suddenly picked up by her.

He asked with a slight blush on his cheeks.

Si Yao thought of Cheng Huajunzi and paused for a few breaths.

He replied slowly: "Something happened, so I came back early. Little father——"

She called out seriously.

When Fang Zhiyue raised his eyes to look at her.

She continued, "You must keep Shi Qi by your side during this period of time. Whether at home or anywhere else, you must stay close to him, understand?"

"What's wrong?"

Fang Zhiyue asked in a low voice.

Si Yao didn't say much, but emphasized again: "Remember?"

Fang Zhiyue could only nod, "I, I understand..."

“So good…”

Si Yao touched his forehead as a reward.

Then she stood up and carried him to the bathroom, whispering in his ear, "I drank a lot of wine today, and I smell of alcohol. Can you help me clean it up, little father?"

Don't wait to know the more you speak.

She carried him into the bathroom.

"Sister Yao, I just washed—"

Fang Zhiyue was just about to speak.

She threw me into the bathtub and I was completely wet in an instant.

He choked a little and quickly got up by grabbing the edge of the bucket.

The thin clothes were tightly attached to the body. Although not an inch of skin was exposed, it was completely exposed.

Si Yao stood outside the bathtub with a faint smile on his lips.

Her eyes paused on his chest, then glanced down lightly.

The undercurrent in his eyes became more intense and frightening.

"Little father, it's so beautiful..."

She murmured softly.

Then she held his lips across the bathtub.

Crash——

Fang Zhiyue couldn't help struggling, causing a sound of water.

The little tongue was caught by her and bullied by the mission.

He was forced to open his mouth wide, and saliva flowed uncontrollably from the corners of his lips like silver threads.

Si Yao wiped it off, moved his hand down and grabbed his waist, lifting him up.

Their shoulders touched.

Fang Zhiyue's wet clothes quickly soaked Si Yao's.

The wet fabric kept rubbing against each other.

Fang Zhiyue felt extremely uncomfortable.