Chapter 95
Yunxi was a little thirsty after talking so much and was about to drink some tea when Shen Rang took her teacup first, replaced it with a warm one, and handed it back to her.
Yunxi downed more than half of the drink in one gulp before saying, "Young Master, if you don't pledge allegiance, this isn't something that can be resolved with just a beating, is it?"
Shen Rang nodded slightly, but said nothing.
“That’s exactly what I was saying,” Yunxi continued, “His Majesty is getting so old, and his son is already thirty, it’s only a matter of time before…”
Shen Rang coughed lightly.
This girl is incredibly bold.
Yunxi covered her mouth, glanced around furtively, and then lowered her voice, saying, "Anyway, if I were you, I would pretend to side with someone right now, stay true to myself, and wait for the right day."
Stay true to yourself and wait for the future.
Shen Rang curled his lips into a smile.
That's well said.
It's laughable that he won the top three prizes in a row, yet he couldn't even think of these eight words.
In an instant, the dark clouds that had shrouded Shen Rang's heart for many years dissipated, and the radiant sunlight poured down, giving birth to a vibrant scene.
Shen Rang picked up his teacup and raised it to Yun Xi, saying, "I've learned a lot."
Yunxi quickly picked up her teacup, and the two of them drank their tea.
Just then, Jingyuan's voice rang out from outside: "Your Highness, the Crown Prince has arrived. The Lord requests that you proceed to the front courtyard immediately."
The two exchanged a glance and stood up at the same time.
After leaving the Water Pavilion, Jixiang suddenly appeared from some corner and stood behind Yunxi.
Shen Rang's gaze lingered on Ji Xiang for a moment before turning to Jing Yuan: "You weren't injured just now, were you?"
"No," Jing Yuan grinned, "I'm tough as nails, I'm perfectly fine!"
Shen Rang nodded, then looked at Yun Xi: "Go back and get some rest. I'll bring you some delicious food in a few days."
"Um!"
Watching Yunxi and Jixiang leave, Shen Rang took a deep breath and led Jingyuan to the front yard.
——
As soon as he arrived, he heard Shen Jun's voice coming from the hall: "The First Prince was behind all this?!"
Then came the Crown Prince's voice: "My lord, do not be angry. I had just heard that Zirong was in trouble and sent people to investigate. I am sure there is no mistake. But my lord, rest assured, now that I know about this matter, there is no reason for me to stand idly by."
"My lord and Zirong, please wait at home. I will make the arrangements at the Hanlin Academy."
"Your Highness, this...this..." Shen Jun stammered, only managing a heavy sigh, "Your Highness, my son is unworthy, yet Your Highness is still willing to plan for him. It is truly...truly beyond my ability..."
When Shen Rang walked in, he saw this tough guy shedding tears.
Shen Jun was always tough in front of him, but it was unexpected that he would act this way in front of outsiders...
Shen Rang's normally calm heart was suddenly stirred by ripples, and an indescribable bitterness welled up in his chest.
The Crown Prince was busy helping Shen Jun up when he heard the commotion, turned around, and his eyes lit up slightly: "Zirong is here."
“Your Highness,” Shen Rang stepped forward calmly and bowed to the Crown Prince, “I was arrogant because of my past achievements. Now that I have encountered such a drastic change, I am grateful that Your Highness has not held a grudge and is willing to help me. I am deeply grateful and will do my best to help Your Highness in the future.”
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