Xiao Jinghan's eyes, as beautiful as peach blossoms, blinked gently, revealing a hint of curiosity: "Xiao Jingyi's daughter? Is she going to be sent to the palace to be a child bride?"
Luo Lingyue: “……!”
Seeing this, Xiao Jinghan just smiled faintly, and then muttered to himself thoughtfully: "Xiao Jingyi is only eight years older than me, how old do you think his daughter can be?"
Luo Lingyue couldn't help but frown, and retorted in a somewhat anxious tone: "I heard from the palace maids that this young lady is in her twenties. Not only is she outstanding in appearance, but she is also a rare talent in Nanyi!"
However, Xiao Jinghan's expression suddenly grew serious. After a moment of silence, he slowly uttered, "Perhaps... this woman is actually his adopted daughter! The marriage into the royal family was probably just to reassure His Majesty!"
Luo Lingyue pursed her lips and said, "You should go back and rest early! I will be in Zuiyue Tower for the time being. If you need anything, come find me there!"
Xiao Jinghan nodded: "You should get some rest early too! Um...do you want any gift for your coming-of-age ceremony? I'll give it to you!"
Luo Lingyue's face was filled with black lines. She said angrily: "Shouldn't you choose the gift yourself? Why are you asking me?"
Xiao Jinghan raised the corners of his lips: "I'm sorry! I haven't given anyone a gift yet!"
Luo Lingyue snorted coldly and dropped the carriage curtain: "Go back to the General's Mansion!"
As the carriage moved further away, Xiao Jinghan's mood grew heavier. He knew that some things had to be faced, but now was not the time...
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