Half a month has passed in the blink of an eye.
Tu Shan Lingxi was initially worried and stayed by Wan Qijin's side, guarding the place where he was in seclusion, never leaving his side except to eat.
Because the Imperial Preceptor's secluded cultivation place was not far from the Spirit Spring, the little fox diligently cultivated for another half month, and its cultivation level increased considerably.
Although she hadn't actually fought anyone to compare, Tu Shan Lingxi knew perfectly well that her strength was definitely much greater than in her previous life.
However, as time went on, the little fox, with her restless nature, couldn't stay still. Without anyone to keep her company, her mind was no longer on the place.
People tend to get into trouble when they have too much free time, and even the little fox is no exception to this common saying.
...
Kitchen.
Sure enough, after being fed by Yi Changfeng, Tu Shan Lingxi began to sigh.
"Ugh, so boring! My fox life is so boring!"
Yi Changfeng looked at the girl in front of him with tender eyes, at her exceptionally clear eyes and her rosy lips, which were sighing softly.
This was a rare opportunity for him to see the little fox. The Grand Preceptor had set up a barrier in the mountains to protect himself.
Even when it comes to picking up meals every day, it's usually the Grand Preceptor who comes in person, without the little fox by his side. It's difficult for him to even catch a glimpse of the little fox.
Although I don't know what went wrong these past few days, the little fox has become much freer. She comes to eat by herself every time it's mealtime.
"Has something happened to the Imperial Preceptor? He's kept you out for half a month straight. How could he bear to let you out?"
Yi Changfeng was worried that she might choke if she ate too quickly, so he handed her a cup of tea, which was flower tea made with various fresh flowers.
In spring, the flowers are in full bloom, and he finds them every day by going to the flower fields.
Yi Changfeng didn't want much; he just wanted to see Tu Shan Lingxi every day, and to see her well would make him very happy.
"But seeing how relaxed Xi'er is, the Grand Preceptor should be alright, right?"
He tentatively asked Tu Shan Lingxi if he could spend more time with the little fox if the Imperial Preceptor was not around these days.
Yi Changfeng was overjoyed just thinking about it, and his smile became even more gentle, as if it could drip with water.
However, Tu Shan Lingxi did not answer his question. Instead, she began to inquire about things outside.
She was bored here and wanted to go down the mountain for a walk. As for what Wan Qijin had told her before, the little fox didn't listen to a word of it.
"Master Steward, do you know of any fun things to do outside?"
"I want to go out and play, it's so boring here!"
Yi Changfeng was slightly disappointed when she didn't answer him, but he quickly recovered when he heard her new question and began to try to recall.
"Lately, nothing interesting has happened, because something seems to have happened in the capital, and the whole street is very quiet and deserted."
"Xi'er, you shouldn't go outside either. These are turbulent times, and it's easy to get involved in trouble."
With so many dishes to prepare, Yi Changfeng naturally didn't have time to leave the Imperial Preceptor's residence, and he learned most of his information from vegetable vendors and laborers.
This group of people traveled all over the country, and their information network was quite good, which is why Yi Changfeng knew about the news from the capital.
"Oh no, what major event has occurred?"
Tu Shan Lingxi opened her big, bright eyes and asked him curiously. Her long, butterfly-like eyelashes fluttered, making her eyes even brighter.
Yi Changfeng felt his cheeks inexplicably burning as he was stared at by those eyes. He looked away as if trying to recall something.
In reality, it was to calm his own racing heartbeat.
It took him a long time to recover from this emotion and regain his usual expression, though his voice was a bit hoarse.
"It seems to be related to... the newly appointed crown prince and crown princess of the northern vassal states."
"I wonder if Xi'er has heard of that young master? He has many good reputations among the people, and is respectfully called Young Master Yi."
"Yin Yi?"
The little fox was shocked. She had no idea that in this life, Yin Yi had married that woman much earlier than in her previous life, which was two years later.
What shocked Tu Shan Lingxi even more was that when did that person become the crown prince?
In his previous life, he never became the crown prince even after ascending the throne. What exactly changed?
Could it be that my rebirth brought about these strange things?
...
It seems that Yin Yi's matter has become tricky. Tu Shan Lingxi has put aside her playful mood this time, and her eyes have become much more serious.
"Wasn't there someone else as the heir apparent for the northern vassal states? How come he's the one chosen this time?"
Although Yi Changfeng didn't know why Xi'er was so concerned about this matter, he still answered truthfully and told her everything he knew.
"I have heard some of this. The original crown prince has been executed by His Majesty, apparently for the crime of assassinating the monarch."
"His Majesty seems dissatisfied with this result. He has ordered the Marquis of Bei to take his newly appointed heir to the capital. Judging by the days, they should have arrived by now."
Upon hearing this, Tu Shan Lingxi instantly perked up!
That scoundrel dared to come to the capital! Isn't he right at the foot of Mount Ling? This is a golden opportunity for the little fox to take revenge!
Tu Shan Lingxi's eyes instantly ignited with a fierce fighting spirit; she was going to kill her enemy!
In my past life, that bastard dared to skin me alive, pull out my tendons, and drink my blood; now it's the other way around!
Just as the little fox was lost in thought, Yi Changfeng looked at Tu Shan Lingxi with worry in his eyes, watching her face turn red and then green, his gaze revealing concern.
Has Xi'er gone mad?
Yi Changfeng asked hurriedly, he was really afraid that something might happen to his Xi'er. It was already difficult enough for the two of them to be together, and they couldn't be separated again.
"Xi'er, Xi'er?"
"ah?"
Tu Shan Lingxi was brought back to her senses by him. She turned her head and met the man's gaze.
"What are you thinking about? Why do you look so pale?"
However—even the little fox's change of expression is beautiful, Yi Changfeng thought hopelessly.
He still doesn't quite understand whether Tu Shan Lingxi and Song Lingxi are the same person.
But Yi Changfeng's heart told him that it didn't matter; he was uncontrollably moved.
"Oh, is it that obvious?"
Tu Shan Lingxi didn't know what he was thinking, but she touched her smooth little face and asked him curiously.
Yi Changfeng realized his own feelings. He smiled indulgently, shook his head, and smiled through his eyes.
"No, I just kept watching you and that's how I found out."
"oh."
If a little fox could transform, it would definitely have a big, fluffy tail to hide itself and change its face so that no one could tell.
Their eyes met, and for a moment, it seemed as if sparks flew between them.
This time, no one spoke; they both sensed the unusual atmosphere...
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