Xueying's female identity wasn't safe in this desolate place. To attract attention, she decided to use a male identity, both for convenience and to avoid unnecessary trouble. However, while this avoided external trouble, it greatly deepened the misunderstandings within her own household. Even the servants didn't know Xueying's true identity, only that she was a noble young man the two princes had "found" at the market the day before. Although they had doubts, no servant was allowed to question their master, so they could only observe and guess as they went.
Thus, the group continued south in a grand procession, continuing to announce the upcoming banquet for the elderly to the Emperor.
"Young Master Xue, are you hungry? Would you like me to get you something to eat?" During the rest period, Hongzhou never left Xueying's side, showing concern and attentiveness. He served her tea and water, being extremely attentive. Hongzhou was a very honest man, and with his heart set on Xueying, he wanted nothing less than to express all his sincerity to her.
Xueying desperately wanted to attract Hongli's attention, but Hongli never showed up. After thinking for a while, Xueying began to instruct Hongzhou. She did this also to get Hongli's attention.
"I'm a little thirsty..." Xueying had just opened her mouth when Hongzhou rushed off to find water in the desolate wilderness. This silly boy managed to find good tea leaves, boil water, brew tea in a white jade teacup, and bring it to Xueying.
To everyone's surprise, Xueying didn't even look at him, resting her head on her hands and frowning in distress: "I'm not thirsty anymore, I want to eat pastries..." Even the maid next to her couldn't help but chuckle. Only Hongzhou, without saying a word, went around looking for pastries for Xueying.
Although Hongli intentionally avoided them and avoided Xueying at every turn, he even kept several carriages in front of and behind her, claiming it was to protect the group.
Along the way, we heard quite a few stories of Xueying's capricious behavior, which was completely different from the Ulanara Xueying we knew in the Prince's Palace and the Yuanmingyuan.
Which side of this woman is her true self? K couldn't help but wonder.
Hongli watched as Hongzhou busied himself with her affairs, but he was helpless. He silently apologized to Hongzhou in his heart: "Although I indirectly harmed you, I also created an opportunity for you, so we're even..."
The guards, however, only knew one side of the story. Seeing their master in such a state, they were inevitably puzzled. Could it be that the corrupt customs of the capital had tainted their noble prince? Was it that women were no good, so he was now drawn to men? They couldn't say much, couldn't discuss it privately, and were suffering terribly. They exchanged glances, understanding each other's concern for the Fifth Prince.
Hongzhou, on the other hand, only had Xueying in his eyes and heart, and paid no attention to the gossip below. He was completely oblivious to the thoughts of Shu!
After more than half a month, they finally arrived in Jinan. The three of them joked and laughed and were quite happy. Seeing the beautiful scenery of this famous "great city", Xueying's depression over the past few days was also greatly relieved.
The three, not forgetting their purpose, first arrived at the Jinan County government office. Based on their previous experience, Hongzhou and Hongli were not surprised by the prefect's exaggerated enthusiasm and dealt with it with ease. They spent a lot of effort to ward off the prefect's earnest attempts to detain them, hurriedly issued a proclamation, finished their business, and fled the government office, finding a nearby post station to settle down.
Xueying was captivated by the beautiful scenery of this "great city" and lingered there, reluctant to leave. To please Xueying, Hongzhou stepped forward and suggested, "Fourth Brother, we've been traveling for quite some time now. How about we stay in Jinan a little longer from time to time?" Hongzhou's winking and gesturing made Hongli want to laugh but he held it back. He felt a little apologetic, and since everyone was very tired, Hongli decided to agree to Hongzhou's suggestion.
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