When Nangong Luoyu heard Xiang Yuxin's teasing words, it was like a gentle spring breeze blowing across her fair and delicate face. In an instant, a bright red blush like the sunset quickly climbed up her cheeks. Her phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, and she pretended to be angry and scolded:
"You, how come you have become so naughty now?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Nangong Luoyu couldn't help but smile softly, as beautiful as a peach blossom blooming in spring. Then, her eyes slowly turned to the tall young man standing behind Xiang Yuxin, and she smiled and waved at him, motioning him to come forward.
When the young man came closer, Nangong Luoyu spoke softly and introduced Xiao Ning beside him:
"This is my apprentice, Xiang Zhiguo. Moreover, he is the cousin of the current emperor. Zhiguo, come and meet Master Xiao Ning."
After receiving the master's instructions, Xiang Zhiguo hurriedly nodded respectfully, then bowed deeply to Xiao Ning and performed a standard etiquette. At the same time, he said in a clear and loud voice:
"Zhiguo has met Master Xiao."
After the ceremony, Xiang Zhiguo slowly raised his head, his eyes curiously falling on the elegant young man in front of him. Xiao Ning was extremely handsome, with delicate facial features that seemed to be carefully carved by God, which was pleasing to the eye.
He was tall and slender, about 1.7 meters in height, and dressed in a snow-white robe, which made him look elegant and refined. His medium-length black hair was neatly tied behind his head with a simple hairband, and as it fluttered in the wind, he looked quite ethereal and otherworldly.
Xiang Zhiguo was stunned by his outstanding appearance and demeanor. He thought to himself, "What a handsome young man! Just staring at his face for a few seconds makes me feel a little shy. No wonder the master is so fascinated by him!"
Thinking of this, Xiang Zhiguo's cheeks couldn't help but turn slightly red.
At the same time, Xiao Ning also cast his eyes on the slightly immature boy in front of him. Seeing that the other party was polite and humble, Xiao Ning raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a gentle smile, and also politely saluted Xiang Zhiguo.
"Mr. Xiang, it's our first meeting. Please take care of me."
Their eyes met, as if two warm rays of light collided in the air, and a kind smile appeared in each other's eyes, and that smile was as gentle and warm as a spring breeze.
After a while, Xiang Yuxin frowned slightly and asked in confusion: "Mr. Xiao, since you have arrived in the royal capital, why don't you go directly to the palace?" Her voice was clear and pleasant, as beautiful as the sound of a yellow oriole singing out of a valley.
Xiao Ning laughed softly upon hearing this, his laughter was hearty and carefree. He waved his hand gently, motioning everyone to sit down first. After the four people slowly moved to the chairs and everyone sat down in turn, Xiao Ning began to explain calmly.
"Your Majesty, and Master Nangong, I actually came here to settle some matters. After those matters were settled, I accidentally discovered that this place was not too far from the capital, and I had the idea of visiting Master Nangong. However, halfway through, I ran into a good friend of mine - Zhou Yang..."
Then, he continued to tell the three people what happened between him and Zhou Yang. As Xiao Ning continued to tell the story, the expressions on the faces of the three people gradually became a little embarrassed.
Especially Xiang Yuxin, whose face was full of astonishment at the moment. Her small mouth, which was painted with cinnabar, was slightly opened to form a circle. She was obviously shocked by what Xiao Ning said.
"This Zhou Yang is so unruly and unlearned, he is simply a playboy! I never thought he would dare to travel thousands of miles to the capital to buy a female slave. He is really bold!"
Xiang Yuxin couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, his words filled with disbelief and contempt.
Xiao Ning stared at her extremely vivid expression, and a subtle ripple appeared in his heart. Just when he was about to plead for Zhou Yang, Xiang Yuxin spoke first. She opened her red lips slightly and said slowly:
"Master Xiao, don't worry. Since even Master and Linghua have already made due judgments on him, I will naturally not deliberately make things difficult for him. After all, no matter what, Zhou Yang is the second son of the Mu Palace. It is better to leave some room for everything and not be too drastic."
At this point, Xiang Yuxin suddenly changed the subject, cast his gaze towards Xiao Ning beside him, and solemnly warned:
"But, when it comes to governing a country, you must remember that you are not allowed to learn from him! If I and the Imperial Master find out that you dare to set foot in those places of pleasure, or secretly purchase female slaves, then I will report you to them without mercy!"
When Xiang Zhiguo heard this, he immediately stood up and said firmly.
"I will remember your Majesty's words! I will never do anything that would humiliate the royal family!"
After hearing this, Xiang Yuxin and Nangong Luoyu both showed a relieved smile. They were very satisfied with this young man. The four of them started chatting again, and just like that, the afternoon passed by in a daze.
At night, the moon was bright and the stars were sparse. Xiao Ning was warmly received by Xiang Yuxin. As soon as he entered the door, he felt a warm and cheerful atmosphere. The house was brightly lit, and the table was filled with delicacies and mellow wine, which made people salivate.
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