Well, he was very handsome, with the appearance of a refined gentleman, but he had a pair of captivating eyes, a straight nose, and thin lips.
People say that men with thin lips are the most fickle, but when all these features are on one face, it is surprisingly harmonious and beautiful.
"Young lady, you've been staring at me for so long, is it because you find my appearance pleasing to your eye?"
The flippant tone rang out again.
Lin Yuxin finally looked at the man properly, and the initial amazement at his appearance was gone.
Her expression was indifferent as she looked him up and down, but she said:
"No, it's just that you're so alluring and seductive that I'm afraid not only women would like you, but men would definitely be captivated by you too!"
The man in front of her, who had just been acting like a refined gentleman, turned as black as the bottom of a pot after hearing Lin Yuxin's words.
Is this how you use the phrase "spreading rumors and misleading the public"? This woman's words don't sound like a compliment at all.
Qiu Jingfan felt that all the self-cultivation he had cultivated over the past twenty years had been completely destroyed by this woman at this moment.
He spoke through gritted teeth:
"Is this how a girl treats her savior?"
"Oh, no, I will certainly repay the life-saving grace tenfold. However, although you saved me and I thanked you, you insulted me with your words. So we're even."
"Now that we're even, there's no need for any more gratitude. Alright, it's all over. Let's all go home and find our own mothers!"
Lin Yuxin looked at the man with the ashen face, raised an eyebrow, and said.
In the end, he simply waved his hand, turned around and left, not even giving him a chance to speak.
Qiu Jingfan was left standing there, watching Lin Yuxin's retreating figure, gritting his teeth.
"Master, should I go and bring her back...?"
At this moment, someone appeared next to Yang Fan and asked in a low voice.
"Don't make any rash moves. We've come here to investigate Princess Pingning's true strength. Don't alert her."
Qiu Jingfan shook his head and said.
"yes!"
The subordinate bowed his head and replied.
Qiu Jingfan traveled all the way from the State of Zhao to investigate the matter of Princess Pingning.
He had previously received information that the drought in the northern city of Xia Kingdom was resolved so easily, which was inseparable from the influence of Princess Pingning.
Although later scouts reported that it was Li Xiaochen's doing, Princess Pingning was an arrogant and domineering person who could not possibly have such great abilities.
However, Qiu Jingfan did not believe these rumors, so he decided to come and investigate himself.
He had already visited Jibei City before coming to the capital, and the changes there were nothing like the rumors that the people were suffering.
The people not only did not experience any post-disaster panic or hunger, but also lived in peace and contentment.
What surprised him most was that the Northern Frontier did not intervene at all, nor did it resort to underhanded tactics.
He had received prior information that the Northern Frontier planned to join forces with the Third Prince of Xia Kingdom to keep the Xia Kingdom Emperor busy for a while and cause some trouble, but in the end, it was all talk and no action.
This puzzled him greatly.
He also visited the newly opened commercial street in Jibei City, which was just as prosperous as the capital of his Zhao Kingdom!
Qiu Jingfan was shocked. Had the Xia Kingdom developed so rapidly?
However, he also heard some strange things. Few people in Jibei City mentioned Li Xiaochen, and some didn't even know who Li Xiaochen was, the regent.
The person they praised most was Princess Pingning, although they also praised her for being beautiful, kind, capable, and amiable to the people.
However, when Qiu Jingfan tried to ask about the specifics, the people would look him up and down with strange eyes, then retreat defensively and not say another word to him.
Seeing this, Qiu Jingfan knew he wouldn't get any information out of him, so he left Jibei City that very night and headed towards the capital.
He knew that the biggest problem lay with this Princess Pingning.
Therefore, his purpose in coming to the capital this time was to find out the true strength of Princess Pingning so that he could make preparations in advance.
Although the Zhao state did not have the ambitions of the Qi state, it did not want the Xia state to grow stronger and overshadow them.
Moreover, in my initial contact with Princess Pingning just now, she didn't seem as arrogant and domineering as the scouts had reported! It's clear that the rumors are false.
Yang Fan looked in the direction Lin Yuxin left, a smile playing on his lips. There's plenty of time in the future!
...
Lin Yuxin had just reached the gate of the mansion when she encountered Li Xiaochen, who was rushing over.
"Xin Xin!"
Li Xiaochen dismounted, strode over, and called out softly.
"Why did you come here? Have you finished your business at the palace?"
Lin Yuxin thought he would be trapped in the palace for a few more days, after all, Cheng Tinghao had just been recognized and there must be a lot to do.
"I haven't seen Xin Xin for several days. I was afraid you would forget me, so I asked the Emperor for a few days off."
Li Xiaochen spoke with absolute certainty.
Lin Yuxin smiled slightly after hearing this. It seems this man has taken a no-show leave.
Given the Emperor's stinginess, it would be a miracle if he didn't order Li Xiaochen around at this crucial juncture!
"Alright! Shall we go in and have a seat?"
Lin Yuxin finished laughing and looked up to ask.
"Would Xin Xin like to come to the Prince's Palace with me?"
Li Xiaochen asked in a low voice.
Going to the Zhao residence would be inconvenient since Lin's mother was home. It would be much easier to take Xin Xin back to the Prince's residence for everything.
"What? Is it too troublesome to go to the Prince's Mansion now? It even requires taking a detour. Since you're already here, why don't you come in and have a seat?"
Lin Yuxin didn't have as many ulterior motives as Li Xiaochen; she simply found things troublesome!
It's already past noon, and if we take the carriage to the Prince's Mansion, we probably won't be able to stay long before it's time for dinner. I'm too lazy to go through all that trouble.
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