Chapter 102 I seem to have heard Xiao Yanqing’s voice…
The funerals of ancient nobles were very complicated, and after burial, there were still a series of procedures to follow.
Another four or five days passed after I finished all these.
As a grandson, Xiao Ning does not need to mourn for his father because he has the eldest son of the eldest house ahead of him. However, he still needs to observe mourning for 100 days. Only after the 100-day mourning period is over can he remove the cane, change his clothes, and resume his duties. However, he is still prohibited from various entertainment activities.
During these days, Xiao Ning has been staying in the Marquis' Mansion to observe mourning.
Shang Xi would come every two days to burn incense and paper, also dressed in linen clothes and without any makeup.
This is considered to give enough face to the Marquis' Mansion.
Xiao Ning knew that the princess was giving her face.
Shang Xi took full responsibility for this funeral.
Everyone could see how much Princess Duanhui cared about Xiao Ning.
He became even more afraid to act presumptuously in front of Xiao Ning.
When the old marquis was still alive, Xiao Ning was just a prince. Now that the old marquis is gone, it is a foregone conclusion that she will inherit the title.
I'm afraid that after some time, the decree to inherit the title will come down.
They no longer have any room for argument.
Even the old lady became dispirited.
The eldest wife now also had to smile shamelessly, hoping that Xiao Ning could let go of the past and live in harmony with the family.
Xiao Ning dealt with these people's goodwill casually. After all, he was still in the mourning period. If he made too much trouble, the old marquis' spirit in heaven might not rest in peace.
If there is anything, it’s not too late to talk about it after the three-year mourning period is over.
The day soon arrived and it was the eighth day of November.
Because the old marquis had just passed away, it was naturally inappropriate for Shang Xi, as the "grandson's wife", to hold a grand ceremony with banquets, singing and dancing.
He sat alone in his yard in the princess's mansion, drinking alone.
In the past, his birthday was always celebrated with great fanfare and many guests.
But he was in it, like a puppet, wearing a false mask, feasting and laughing, and dealing with it calmly.
But he was not happy.
It seemed as if he had never been truly happy in the past eighteen years.
When he was young, his mother was not close to him and she always stared blankly towards the palace gate.
When he went to hug her, she would ruthlessly push him away.
Later, his mother died, and he had grown up a little. He kept the secret of his gender and lived in fear in the palace, not daring to make a single wrong move, fearing that he would fall into an irretrievable situation...
I finally managed to leave the palace and set up my own house.
But he's getting old.
The Queen has already selected a consort for him from among the talented families in Shengjing City.
Until this year's spring hunt.
The famous playboy in Shengjing City walked into his territory.
He later checked and found out that this was Shen Zhiyi's plan. He hated Xiao Ning's liking for him, so he sent people to him and wanted to punish her through him.
But this just happened to...solve his urgent problem.
Although he could still handle the situation even if she married another man, it would still take some thought.
Shang Xi went with the flow.
The news that the son of Marquis Jingyuan bumped into Princess Duanhui who was bathing quickly spread throughout the camp.
The emperor granted the marriage with an edict.
Tie the two of them together.
I originally thought that this prince was a waste as the rumors said, but I didn't expect that he was also a pig in disguise, and the only thing that was real was his homosexuality.
But the decree for the marriage had been issued, and he could only respond accordingly.
Since this prince likes homosexuality, she would probably be happy if he gave her a few more male favorites so that they could each have their own fun.
I thought life would continue to be dull and boring like this.
Until the assassination in Qiushou...
No, maybe before, when I met her eyes that seemed to be burning with sparks...
He could no longer remain calm.
People in the world are mediocre and only care about profit.
Only she was sincere and passionate to the point of being a little reckless.
After traveling together for a month, he started to feel confused from some point on.
I don't know where the love comes from, but it is so deep...
He was torn and disgusted with himself and wanted to retreat, but at the same time he couldn't control his already corrupted heart and wanted to get closer.
These two emotions kept pulling at him, causing him pain, but when he couldn't help but think of her, a hint of joy filled his heart.
Originally, Xiao Ning promised him that she would celebrate his birthday with him.
Unfortunately, things don't always go as planned.
The dead are the greatest, and he wouldn't blame her if she didn't come.
It's just that I feel a little lost...
Shang Xi filled another glass of wine and drank it down.
Furong watched from the side and couldn't help but sigh, "Your Highness, stop drinking. It's getting late. Go back to bed..."
Shang Xi sat there stubbornly, "Go down, I want to have two more drinks."
Furong: “…”
The master is still sitting here, how can she go down first?
What's more, he was drinking...
Alas, love really wastes people's time.
Her good master is getting drunk here just for a man.
Furong stayed beside Shang Xi with some worry.
Watch him drink a few more cups.
Suddenly, footsteps were heard behind her. Furong turned her head sharply and met Xiao Ning's smiling eyes. "Are you in such a good mood? You're not sleeping here in the middle of the night, drinking?"
Furong: “…”
Can you open your eyes and take a look?
Does this miserable and windy scene look like a good mood?
It's all because of you! You made my master completely infatuated and yet you're irresponsible.
Furong's expression was full of resentment, which confused Xiao Ning. "No, Aunt Furong, please don't look at me like that. It makes me seem like I've abandoned you..."
Furong said in a faint voice: "You didn't abandon me, but you did abandon others."
Xiao Ning: "Ah?"
Who did she abandon? How could she not know?
Where did you hear these rumors? Seriously, you actually believe them!
"Furong, I seem to have heard Xiao Yanqing's voice..."
Furong: “…”
Master, would you like to look back?
The person you've been thinking about is right in front of you.
Furong bowed to Xiao Ning and said goodbye, "Alright, since you are here, I will leave first. Please stay with His Highness."
After saying that, he left.
Xiao Ning's face was full of question marks.
No, why is Furong so bold tonight?
Don’t even want your own master anymore?
"Xiao Yanqing..."
Shang Xi murmured.
"Hey!" Xiao Ning heard Shang Xi calling her name, responded, and quickly went over and sat down next to him.
Shang Xi met her bright and smiling eyes, and his brain froze for a moment.
Barely awake.
He asked in a tense voice: "Why are you back..."
Xiao Ning smiled: "Why, you don't welcome me back?"
Shang Xi shook his head, the corners of his lips curled up slightly, and he whispered, "Welcome..."
"But after all, the old marquis has just passed away, and you still have to guard the new spirit. I didn't expect you to come back..."
Xiao Ning said: "Didn't I promise you before that I would spend your birthday with you? How can I break my promise?"
Shang Xi smiled when he heard that, picked up a clean wine glass and filled it for Xiao Ning.
"Have a drink with me..."
Xiao Ning took the glass of wine with a smile, "Okay, I'll drink this glass with you, but you're not allowed to drink anymore after this one."
Seeing Shang Xi like this, Xiao Ning knew that he had drunk a lot of alcohol that night.
Shang Xi nodded when he heard Xiao Ning's words, looking particularly obedient.
Xiao Ning's hands were itching again and he wanted to touch his head.
Seeing Shang Xi looking at her with drunken eyes, she plucked up the courage to raise her hand and quickly touched his head.
The hair is soft and smooth and feels really good to the touch.
Xiao Ning was satisfied.
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