Seeing the little bird's dejected look, Xiao Changqi reached out and poked it, his indifferent tone containing a hint of helplessness: "Is it really something that can't be said?"
New Year's Day retort: "Chirp."
No.
That's true.
Seeing that the little bird was still not very interested, Xiao Changqi paused for a moment, then coaxed it in a soft voice, "The Mid-Autumn Festival is tomorrow, and there will be a two-day lantern festival today and tomorrow. Would you like to go and see it?"
Lantern Festival?
Yuandan's attention was indeed drawn, and she looked up at the man with her small, bright green eyes: "Chirp?"
Really?
Having understood the bird's meaning, Xiao Changqi nodded calmly: "I never lie."
He paused for a moment, then said, "I'm not lying to the birds either."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Dan finally cheered up again. Looking at the man's handsome profile, she suddenly realized that Xiao Changqi wasn't so bad after all.
At least he treated her quite well.
Two flowers bloom, each representing a different branch.
Although not everyone knew that Physician Su had been invited to the Prince Gan's residence, it was not difficult for anyone who wanted to know to investigate.
Not to mention those who are constantly watching the Prince Gan's residence.
Upon hearing that the servants of the Prince Gan's residence had invited Imperial Physician Su to the palace today, the Crown Prince raised an eyebrow and chuckled, "Is Seventh Prince ill?"
The eunuch who had just returned from gathering information respectfully replied, "Your Highness, you may not know this, but Prince Gan invited Physician Su not to treat himself, but to treat a little bird."
"A little bird?" The Crown Prince gave a mocking smile. "When did Seventh Prince start liking to keep such little beasts?"
They even went to great lengths to summon the imperial physician for the sake of a mere little beast.
Oh.
"This little bird was a gift from the Minister of Revenue."
"The Ministry of Revenue?" The Crown Prince frowned.
When did Lao Qi get in touch with the Ministry of Revenue?
"Half a month ago, Lord Zhuang's son rode his horse recklessly in the street, startling Prince Gan. This little bird must have been a gift from Lord Zhuang to Prince Gan as an apology."
Hearing his subordinate's words, the Crown Prince felt slightly relieved. Xiao Changqi held military power in Yang, Yan, and Tong prefectures, and had long been a thorn in his side. If Xiao Changqi were to befriend the Minister of Revenue at this time...
Then don't blame him for not showing brotherly affection.
At this moment, a servant came to report: "Your Highness, Lord Yuan has arrived."
"Please let him in."
A moment later, a servant led in a man in fine clothes.
"This humble official greets Your Highness the Crown Prince," Yuan Jingwen said, bowing with his hands clasped.
"No need for formalities, Jingwen, please have a seat." The Crown Prince smiled and gestured with his hand.
"Thank you, Your Highness."
"I heard that your younger sister accidentally fell off her horse a few days ago. Is she alright?"
"Is Your Highness referring to my second uncle's fourth sister?" Yuan Jingwen shook his head and sighed. "My fourth sister is not in immediate danger, but she has not yet woken up, and we don't know..."
"What a pity," the Crown Prince sighed. "Wasn't it your fourth sister who Father Emperor wanted to bestow upon me as a concubine?"
“Exactly.” Yuan Jingwen concealed the strange glint in his eyes. “Grandfather’s favorite is also Fourth Sister, but I think that Fourth Sister’s birth mother died early and she was pampered and raised by Grandfather. I’m afraid she is not a good match.”
"Oh?" The Crown Prince smiled with interest. "Then, Jingwen, who do you think is worthy of me?"
"His Highness the Crown Prince is of noble status, and the person who can be worthy of His Highness must be a beauty who is proficient in all the arts, including music, chess, calligraphy, and painting."
Yuan Jingwen chuckled and said, "To be honest, Your Highness, my fifth sister has been learning calligraphy and playing the zither since she was a child. She is a famous talented woman in the capital and is also recognized by the people as a rare beauty."
The Crown Prince laughed heartily twice: "So Jingwen has come today to act as matchmaker for my sister."
Yuan Jingwen lowered his head and said meekly, "This humble official is ashamed."
"In that case, how about I meet your fifth sister?"
"Your Highness, I await your arrival."
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