The early winter wind was chilly, and the sun was just setting when Xiao Lingchen carried several white foxes back to the camp.
He shot three foxes through the forehead with an arrow, killing them almost without any damage to their fur. Another small fox, barely a month old, was kept in a cage and whimpering.
Perhaps because it was born in a time unsuitable for reproduction, it was extremely thin and pitifully curled up in a ball, with only two black, shiny eyes showing as it looked around in fear.
Xiao Shisan wiped his sweat and followed Xiao Lingchen into the camp, his eyes constantly glancing at the fox.
Instead of trying to win over the girl, the adult went into the woods to hunt the white fox. What kind of crazy move was that? He still can't figure it out!
Fortunately, while chasing the foxes, they found their den and took out a small one. It was so cute and adorable that little girls would definitely like it.
Fortunately, the adult's emotional intelligence finally kicked in at this moment, and instead of slitting its throat, they captured it alive.
He thought with a bitter face, if the adult had said back then, "This little fox fur is not big, it can only be used to warm hands," he would have congratulated the adult without any expression, knowing that the adult would never have any hope of getting together with the girl in this lifetime!
As nobles and officials passed by, they smiled and flattered, "Lord Xiao, have you hunted all the white foxes in the mountains? Your archery skills are truly superb!"
He nodded indifferently, ignoring them.
Everyone felt awkward.
Seeing this, someone had a sudden inspiration and said, "White fox fur is soft and beautiful, perfect for making fur coats. Is the gentleman going to give it to the women in the household? If she sees the fox fur that the gentleman went out of his way to hunt for her, she'll surely swear an oath of eternal love!"
Everyone glanced at that person with disdain.
—This sycophant, he's probably just been transferred to the capital and doesn't know that Lord Xiao has no women around him, right? Heh heh, this flattery has definitely backfired; he's going to be in trouble!
However.
A smile suddenly appeared on Xiao Lingchen's cold face. He nodded slightly, as if he had thought of something. "Thank you for your kind words."
Huh? ? ?
This...this...this!!!
What's going on?!
Despite their composure, the crowd's excited and curious gazes swept over Xiao Shisan.
This is incredible! Has Lord Xiao finally blossomed like an iron tree? Is it really true?
Xiao Shisan remained silent, but nodded subtly and meaningfully to everyone, and smiled.
It's true, and good news will probably be out soon.
Wow--!
Everyone's eyes lit up instantly, and they dared not follow, but their gazes followed Xiao Lingchen.
Which girl is so blind as to fall for Lord Xiao?
Tsk tsk tsk.
Xiao Lingchen's expression was calm, but his heart was uneasy. He carried the white fox into the camp, but he didn't know where to find Tongsu. As he looked around, he suddenly heard someone talking and laughing as they walked over from behind a tent.
"Is the marriage between Lord Xiao's daughter and Prince Helian a sure thing?"
"It's definitely a sure thing!"
"Lord Xiao is indeed farsighted! The two young ladies in the manor, one enters the palace and the other is married off to the Northwest for a political alliance, are both perfect marriages."
"It's not just a marriage alliance. I think Miss Xiao and Prince Helian are also attracted to each other. Didn't you see them drinking by the river? Prince Helian seems to be truly in love with Miss Xiao. A prodigal son returning home is more precious than gold, and Prince Helian is a good match for her."
"That's right, that's right, hahaha..."
Two passing courtiers were chatting and laughing when, as they turned the corner of the tent, they saw a man with a livid face standing opposite them. The man asked in a low voice, "Where are they?"
The two courtiers, their faces ashen, stammered, "Lord Xiao..."
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