Under the tutelage of the 'Little Tyrant of the Capital,' Chi Cui finally learned her lesson. She obediently took out a peach-pink invitation from her sleeve and handed it to Qin Xi with both hands: "This servant is here on the orders of the princess to invite Madam to the poetry gathering."
"A poetry gathering?" Qin Xi took the invitation and opened it. It essentially invited her to attend.
Chi Cui nodded: "This poetry gathering is specially organized for you by the princess. The Imperial Astronomical Bureau has already chosen an auspicious date, which will be held in the Cizhu Forest in half a month from now."
Qin Xi clicked her tongue in amazement. Princess Zhaoyang really had a lot of influence; it was just a small poetry gathering, yet she managed to get the Imperial Observatory to participate. She was truly favored.
but……
A poetry gathering specially organized for her? I'm afraid it's not a 'trap'.
She was very reluctant. However, the other party was, after all, a princess, and if she didn't go, she feared she would be the subject of gossip.
She handed the invitation to Lele behind her, rubbing her temples. "I understand. Please inform the princess that I will go."
Chi Cui bowed and said yes, then took her leave.
Suddenly remembering something, Qin Qi called out to her, "Wait."
Seeing her turn around in confusion, Qin Xi asked, "Do all the noble ladies in the capital have to go?"
Chi Cui nodded hesitantly: "That should be true."
Having received an affirmative answer, Qin Xi understood that Zi Hui must also be among those invited.
The sky was overcast; dark clouds had appeared out of nowhere.
Qin Qi waved her hand and said, "It's alright, you can go now."
Chi Cui looked bewildered: "This servant takes her leave."
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Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.
After Chi Cui invited her to the poetry gathering that day, she sent someone to inquire with Shu Hua. She replied that she had received the invitation, and the two agreed to go together.
Cizhu Forest was in the east of the city, and the Shu residence was in the west. The way from the Shu residence to Cizhu Forest was through the Minister's residence, so Shu Hua waited for her at the gate.
After all, they are close friends, so it's perfectly reasonable for them to ride in the same carriage.
The sky was a bit overcast today. Qin Xi was wearing a bright red outfit, which was quite unusual for her, making her look beautiful and vibrant.
After all, it was quite a distance, so they needed to set off early. When Lu Huai saw her off, Shu Hua was already waiting outside.
Lu Huai frowned and tightened her fox fur coat: "Do you want me to come with you?"
Qin Xi fastened the drawstring of her fox fur coat, glanced at him, and said, "They're all young ladies from humble backgrounds. What are you going there for?"
Lu Huai didn't insist. He took the hot water bottle from A Yu and put it in her arms. After thinking for a moment, he added, "That Zhao Xuanqing is up to no good. Be careful. It's better to befriend Princess Shanlai; it can't hurt."
Qin Xi nodded: "Yes, I know."
"Hey—" Shu Hua lifted the curtain and poked her head out: "Lu Changjue, are you going to let Yizhi leave or not? I'm not going to eat her."
Lu Huai glanced at her sideways, then looked away, touched Qin Xi's hair, and kissed her on the center of her forehead: "You look beautiful today."
This was the first time Lu Huai had kissed her in front of so many people. Qin Xi blushed and covered her forehead before running away.
She almost fell while getting into the carriage, but luckily Shu Hua caught her in time.
Behind him, Lu Huai withdrew his outstretched hand and smiled helplessly.
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On the carriage.
"call--"
Qin Qi, swaying with the rhythm of the carriage, exhaled and fanned himself with his hand to calm his inner turmoil.
Seeing her like this, Shu Hua smiled and teased, "You look really beautiful today."
Upon hearing this, the blush that had finally faded from Qin Xi's face returned: "Zi Hui!"
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