Chapter 50: Would you like to follow me back to the palace?
The arrival of Bai Zhuo also caused exclamations from the guests.
"Minister Wang is really good at showing his face. Not only did the prince come, but Mr. Bai also came."
"Yes, after all, his daughter is the most beautiful woman in the capital."
"But who is the beauty next to the prince? They are holding hands, so they are very close."
Although the discussions of the crowd were low, they still reached Wang Zhiyan's ears.
Her face turned red and white, and her heart felt as if it was being pricked by needles.
Bai Zhuo also noticed Jing Siye. He was Jing Siye's confidant and had been secretly working for him for many years, but at this moment he had to pretend to be a stranger he had never met before.
However, the appearance of their own prince here did not seem to be in their plan. Bai Zhuo was thinking about it when Wang Qi came over to introduce him:
"Mr. Bai, this is the Second Prince."
Upon hearing this, Bai Zhuo immediately stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and whispered:
"Meet the Second Prince."
However, when he raised his head, his eyes unconsciously fell on the "woman" next to Jing Siye.
The "woman" had a graceful figure and pretty face, and at first glance she was indeed a beauty.
But Bai Zhuo's intuition told him that this was a man dressed as a woman.
Bai Zhuo couldn't help but feel a little confused: his prince had never had anyone close to him for many years, let alone a good match.
But now, this "woman" can stand beside Jing Siye so naturally, and even let the prince hold her hand without any hesitation.
Bai Zhuo felt vaguely uneasy and quietly closed his hands in his sleeves.
When Zhu Wenqin saw Bai Zhuo approaching, she was so excited that she almost forgot that she was disguised as a woman and almost exposed herself.
Fortunately, Jing Siye pinched his palm in time to remind him, and he came back to his senses. He quickly lowered his head and said hello in a shy manner:
"Hello, Mr. Bai."
Bai Zhuo was slightly stunned, then smiled back and nodded, "You are polite, young lady."
All of this was seen by Prince Jing Sixuan who was hiding in the dark.
He originally just wanted to appreciate Bai Zhuo's piano skills, but he didn't expect to have this unexpected gain. Jing Siye has always been calm and self-controlled, and never exposes his weaknesses easily.
But now, this "woman" makes him care so much that he even shows intimacy in front of others without any hesitation.
Jing Sixuan sneered in his heart: With this weakness, my second brother is no longer the invulnerable Jing Siye.
When Bai Zhuo started to perform at the birthday banquet, all the guests fell silent. Bai Zhuo looked calm and elegant, like an immortal who was not concerned with worldly affairs. With a flick of his finger, the sound of the strings flowed out like a clear spring.
The moment Jing Sixuan saw Bai Zhuo playing the piano, he could no longer look away.
Although the Crown Princess was the daughter of the Prime Minister, it was just a marriage of power and there was no emotion at all.
The Crown Princess was dignified and virtuous, with proper manners, but she never stirred the slightest ripple in his heart.
Their relationship was more like the etiquette between a monarch and his subjects rather than the intimacy between a husband and wife.
Jing Sixuan once thought that this might be how his life would be, bound by power and responsibilities and never able to truly have emotions of his own.
Looking at Bai Zhuo on the stage at this moment, Jing Sixuan felt an indescribable emotion in his heart, which was like admiration but also with a hint of throbbing.
When Bai Zhuo finished his song, Zhu Wenqin cheered loudly like the other guests. Jing Siye looked at him unhappily, with a hint of jealousy in his words:
"Qin'er, could it be that Mr. Bai is more attractive than me?"
When Zhu Wenqin heard this, she immediately took Jing Siye's arm and shook it.
"No way. In Qin'er's heart, no one can compare to the prince. Qin'er just... just admires Mr. Bai's piano skills."
Jing Siye was still a little upset at first, but when Zhu Wenqin acted so softly and coquettishly, his heart softened instantly.
He raised his hand and gently scratched the tip of Zhu Wenqin's nose, his tone full of helplessness and doting:
"You, if you can see me with eyes as bright as you saw Bai Zhuo just now, I will be satisfied."
Zhu Wenqin curled her lips:
[It seems like I am the kind of person who changes my mind every day. The prince is really jealous.
This scene was caught by Bai Zhuo on the stage, and he began to feel undercurrents in his heart. The prince and this "woman" really had a special relationship.
He lowered his eyes, concealing his anger, packed up his musical instruments, and walked to the back of the hall.
As soon as he turned around, he realized someone was following him.
Bai Zhuo's heart moved, and without stopping, he walked straight to the room that Wang Qi had arranged for him.
The moment the door was pushed open, a white shadow flashed in.
Bai Zhuo was slightly stunned, and looked up, only to see the man in a black robe with picturesque features. He was the man who had rescued him on the way here.
His heart tightened, but he remained calm and asked softly:
"So it's the young master?"
Jing Sixuan smiled slightly, his eyes gentle and deep:
"Mr. Bai, we meet again."
Bai Zhuo's heart trembled, and he quickly bowed and saluted: "I am grateful to you for helping me out today. I am really rude for not asking you your name."
Jing Sixuan pondered for a moment, and a smile flashed in his eyes.
He didn't want to reveal his identity too early, but looking at Bai Zhuo's respectful look, he actually felt a little teasing in his heart. He whispered:
"I am the current crown prince, Jing Sixuan."
"Prince?!"
When Bai Zhuo heard this, his heart was shocked and the pipa in his hand almost fell out of his hand.
He quickly calmed himself, put the pipa gently aside, and prepared to kneel down to pay his respects.
However, as soon as he bent his knees, Jing Sixuan held him up.
"No need to be so polite."
Jing Sixuan was about to hold his wrist, but accidentally touched his fingers. He felt the coldness coming from his fingertips and frowned slightly:
"Why are Mr. Bai's hands so cold?"
A blush suddenly appeared on Bai Zhuo's face, and he subconsciously wanted to pull his hand back, but Jing Sixuan held it even tighter.
Jing Sixuan's palms were warm and strong, with a slightly rough palm, obviously caused by holding the sword for many years.
Bai Zhuo was somewhat at a loss, "Your Highness the Crown Prince..."
Bai Zhuo spoke in a low voice, with a hint of panic in his voice.
Jing Sixuan seemed not to notice his embarrassment, still holding his hand, with concern in his tone:
"Mr. Bai is weak and needs to be taken care of. If he catches a cold, it will be bad."
Bai Zhuo nodded slightly: "Bai Zhuo thanks His Royal Highness the Crown Prince for his concern."
Jing Sixuan suddenly let go of his hand and said softly, "Mr. Bai, don't be nervous. I have no other intentions. I just admire your outstanding piano skills, so I came here to talk to you."
Bai Zhuo finally breathed a sigh of relief, raised his head, and forced a smile:
"Your Highness, you are too kind. Bai Zhuo is just a person who knows a little about music. I don't deserve such kindness from Your Highness."
Jing Sixuan smiled slightly, with a deep look in his eyes:
"Mr. Bai, there is no need to be modest. I can tell from your piano playing that it is a true expression of your inner feelings. Such piano music is rare in the world."
Upon hearing this, Bai Zhuo's blush deepened. He lowered his head and said:
"Your Highness, thank you for your praise."
Jing Sixuan looked at him like this and felt a trace of pity in his heart.
He suddenly reached out and gently lifted Bai Zhuo's chin, forcing him to look at him.
A trace of panic flashed across Bai Zhuo's eyes, but he didn't dare to struggle. He could only let Jing Sixuan's gaze linger on his face.
"Mr. Bai,"
Jing Sixuan's voice was low and gentle.
"Are you willing to follow me back to the palace? I will treat you well."
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