"What, Xi'er, are you curious about Xiao Wang's affairs?"
Suddenly, Sheng Changling had a flash of inspiration. Instead of answering directly, he asked a question in return.
With a slight smile on his wicked face, he asked the question while moving closer to the woman.
Sheng Changling is now like a peacock spreading its tail feathers, exuding an aura that beckons me to come closer.
He had absolutely no awareness of the proper separation between men and women, or rather, he deliberately acted that way.
Sheng Changling, who was always proud and aloof from women, is now actively and proactively getting close to the woman he fell in love with at first sight.
Even after he finished speaking, Sheng Changling did not get up and leave. He remained bent over, with only a fist's distance between him and the woman.
His black hair slid gently down his shoulders, contrasting sharply with his snow-white complexion. Coupled with the wicked smile on his face, it gave off an even more oppressive feeling.
Sheng Changling also stared intently at the woman, his eyes wide open, transforming into a wife-obsessed maniac.
From this distance, he could see the woman's eyelashes fluttering slightly, and the blush that suddenly appeared on her face.
The beautiful colors, like the most exquisite flowers, made Sheng Changling's heart itch, and his hands itch too, wanting to reach out and touch this most beautiful person.
"Your Highness Prince Jing!"
As Sheng Changling drew closer and closer, his large hand reaching out little by little, the woman immediately tensed up.
Liu Lingxi gave a soft rebuke, her small hands clenched into fists, her face flushed with anger, looking genuinely furious.
But if you look closely, you can see a hint of fear in her obsidian-like eyes.
Sheng Changling was certainly very observant, and he keenly sensed that the woman was somewhat averse to him.
Sigh, never mind, let's not rush things.
"Alright, alright, Xiao Wang, please step away for a bit, as long as Xi'er doesn't harp on Xiao Wang's private affairs."
Although this might seem like he was playing games, Sheng Changling didn't care about that; he just wanted to get away with it for now.
The man didn't notice because he was thinking about other things and didn't pay attention to his form of address, actually calling her by her maiden name.
This could easily lead to misunderstandings!
He didn't notice, but Liu Lingxi, who was listening nearby, and Ye Zhi, who was serving the two of them, did notice!
Liu Lingxi was alright, just a little surprised.
After the initial surprise, they pretended not to hear anything and simply ignored it.
But Yeats, who was standing next to her, was quite startled!
Ye Zhi was so surprised that he covered his mouth and looked outside warily, afraid that some palace maids or eunuchs might have overheard.
But when Ye Zhi looked at the crowd surrounding the warm pavilion, he felt as if the sky had fallen!
It just collapsed, didn't it?
With so many people, if each one says something, the whole palace will know by then.
You should know that the best and fastest-spreading news in the palace is definitely the so-called "news"!
There are no secrets in this palace; even a brick can speak.
Ye Zhi looked somewhat anxious, glancing at his master, unsure how to remind him that walls have ears.
Liu Lingxi wasn't worried about Yeats' concerns at all.
Because Liu Lingxi knew that the people around her now, besides the people left behind by the Crown Prince, were the Emperor's men.
Moreover, rumors of her and Prince Jing are circulating. How many people would dare to do that? If the Emperor found out, he would skin them alive.
She had nothing to worry about.
However, even so, Liu Lingxi still had to correct King Jing's statement.
What do you mean by "being curious about his affairs"? That's a serious question, a genuine desire to know. As the Crown Princess, what kind of problem is that?
However, since the other party doesn't like it, then forget it.
It's just a bit of a shame that I didn't get any answers.
“Your Highness Prince Jing, I really have no right to interfere in your affairs with Wuyou. Since Your Highness does not wish to hear about it, then I will not bring it up.”
Liu Lingxi's expression was somewhat indifferent, and a hint of displeasure was hidden between her brows.
After saying that, she pushed the man away and struggled to get off the bed, seemingly angered.
Seeing that things were going badly, Sheng Changling quickly stopped her, realizing he had said the wrong thing, and apologized immediately.
"No, that's not it. Don't be impulsive. It was Xiao Wang who misspoke. It really was Xiao Wang who misspoke. Just ask me whatever you want, okay?"
"real?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Lingxi paused, a conflicted expression appearing on her face.
In the end, she decided to test the waters one more time, at least to maintain appearances, right?
"You... have set a wedding date? When the time comes, I'll definitely ask for a cup of wedding wine."
As she spoke, a smile played on her face, her eyes and brows revealing a hint of amusement, as if she wasn't angry at all and was genuinely happy for them.
Upon hearing this, Sheng Changling suddenly felt a pang of heartache.
I really talked too much. Now look what I'm going to do...
He wants to call off the engagement now; what's the point of getting married? His heart is full of the young woman in front of him; how can he possibly have room for anyone else?
It's pitiful that I'm the only one who's enthusiastic, while the other person is saying they're looking forward to drinking my wedding wine!
She really... really... knows how to ask questions.
Sheng Changling was speechless for a moment. He couldn't even manage a smile, let alone a fake one.
Because he remained silent for a long time, the atmosphere became tense.
Liu Lingxi then realized that she might have said something wrong again, or that the other person didn't like her asking these questions.
Thinking this, Liu Lingxi stopped talking, feeling that everything was boring and she didn't plan to ask any more questions.
"I apologize for being so talkative. But I am an old friend of Miss Jiang and wanted to know more about her. I didn't expect His Highness Prince Jing to be so protective of her. I couldn't even ask him anything."
The smile on Liu Lingxi's lips faded slightly, and her hands under her sleeves gradually tightened.
Her body began to automatically defend itself against the man, and her back tensed up as she realized that the person in front of her was a formidable opponent.
Yes, a formidable enemy!
She had originally planned to sow discord between Prince Jing and Jiang Wuyou, hoping to sabotage their marriage.
But to everyone's surprise, their love was stronger than gold. No, it was because Prince Jing cherished Jiang Wuyou so much that he didn't intend to reveal a single word about her.
I tried everything, from gentle persuasion to harsh measures, but to no avail; I received no response whatsoever.
In that case, she would also have to consider Prince Jing as her future enemy.
We must be wary!
Sheng Changling would never have imagined that because of his hesitation, the woman in front of him had already listed him as an enemy.
It's still the number one, the most difficult enemy to defeat.
If he had known, he would have said so already; after all, he was going to cancel the engagement in the end anyway.
This hesitation sealed off his path to winning back his wife, creating a long and arduous journey, and also hindered his future actions, delaying him for a considerable period of time.
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