Chapter 92
Princess Changning didn't notice Mu Fangfang's unpleasant expression, and continued chatting and laughing to herself.
The Grand Princess, however, saw everything. She shook her head at Princess Changning, guessing that there might be some hidden story behind it.
Princess Changning immediately shut her mouth, then pulled on the arm of the Grand Princess and said, "Mother, why don't you invite the person over? I'd like to meet them too."
Many people in the capital had sent Rongrong invitations, but she had never accepted any. She thought that perhaps her mother could invite them.
The Grand Princess didn't rush to reply, but silently observed Mu Fangfang's expression. Seeing that the woman seemed somewhat interested, she understood.
"Then let's hold an autumn banquet in my name and send out invitations."
Who the Marquis of Jiangyang marries has nothing to do with the Grand Princess, nor is she interested in it. However, Doctor Mu is her savior, and she is willing to hold a banquet to satisfy her daughter's curiosity and make Doctor Mu happy.
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Rong Rong thought she would feel awkward if she saw Xie Tianrui again and wouldn't know how to get along with him.
Unexpectedly, it was all an overreaction. Xie Tianrui didn't even mention the past year or the sword incident again.
He enthusiastically prepared fine clothes and delicacies for Rongrong.
Just like when they were still in Baijia Village, Xie Tianrui would bring her a lot of food, clothes and other necessities every day after hunting and returning from town.
He did everything he could to be good to Rong Rong, wanting to offer her all the good things he had.
Xie Tianrui deliberately made a scene, and Rong Rong naturally acted as if nothing had happened. She calmly accepted everything, and even became a little arrogant.
"This doesn't taste good. It's not as good as osmanthus cake. I want osmanthus cake! It's the osmanthus cake from the Imperial Kitchen!"
Rong Rong turned her face away as if avoiding something dirty, avoiding the plate of pastries in front of her. They didn't taste good and looked ugly, so it was no wonder she was upset.
Xie Tianrui's ears turned red as he tried to remain calm. "The cooks in the Marquis's mansion are naturally no match for the imperial kitchen."
"But don't worry, Rongrong, as long as you like it, I will definitely get it for you."
Xie Tianrui didn't say that he actually made this plate of pastries; he used to be in charge of cooking in Baijia Village.
Now that Rongrong is back, he suddenly remembered the sweet days they had shared, so he ran to the kitchen wanting to cook for Rongrong again by himself.
Unfortunately, he was making pastries, which he wasn't good at. He didn't know that even if he made his specialty dishes, Rong Rong would still say they were terrible.
After all, having grown accustomed to the food at the Hou and Chen mansions, who would still appreciate Xie Tianrui's rough and unrefined cooking skills?
Rong Rong snorted, glared at Xie Tianrui, then at the pastries. Xie Tianrui understood and quickly ordered someone to remove the pastries.
Qingfeng watched everything expressionlessly. If it were before, when their lord personally cooked for someone, and that person dared to complain without knowing what was good for them, he would definitely not like that person, and would even speak up for their lord, and might even take revenge if given the chance.
But now that person has become the lady, he not only doesn't think there's anything wrong with her, but he also complains about the Marquis, saying, "Why did you put that rubbish in your lady's eyes?"
Xie Tianrui didn't notice Qingfeng's anger. In front of Rongrong, his eyes and heart were full of Rongrong, and he didn't care about anyone else.
He grinned as he apologized to Rong Rong, his eyes fixed on her intently, as if he couldn't get enough of her, or perhaps he was afraid she would disappear.
He had imagined what Rongrong looked like countless times when he was in Baijia Village.
He imagined she must be lively, cute, and charming.
Before meeting Rong Rong, he had prepared himself mentally, thinking that even if Rong Rong was not as good as he imagined, he would still love her deeply.
But after meeting him in person, he realized how limited his imagination was and how shallow his knowledge was.
There are women in this world who are both domineeringly beautiful and extremely lethal.
Slaughter your reason, your sense of right and wrong, your bottom line, and all your malice towards her, so that you only want to grovel at her feet and stand firmly by her side forever.
Whether she is good or bad, it doesn't matter to you. As long as you can be by her side, that is the greatest satisfaction.
Xie Tianrui is in this state now. He doesn't care that Rong Rong wants to kill his savior, or even kill him. He just wants to hold her tightly in his arms. As long as she can stay by his side, he doesn't care about anything else.
"Okay, you're spacing out, you're definitely just trying to fool me!"
The soft voice, accompanied by a sharp pain in his ear, brought Xie Tianrui back to his senses.
The beauty before him glared coldly, her anger adding to her allure. Her stunning beauty was breathtaking, and Xie Tianrui was once again mesmerized.
Rong Rong tugged at Xie Tianrui's ear again, and Xie Tianrui raised his smiling face.
Qingfeng noticed that since the lady returned, their Marquis had changed from his usual deep and serious demeanor to a cheerful and energetic one, as if he had become ten years younger.
The transformation from the cunning and chilling Marquis of Jiangyang to a simple man is nothing short of a radical change.
However, it must be said that he likes the current Marquis.
Rong Rong gave Xie Tianrui's ear a final pinch, then let go and ignored him. She wasn't going to waste her time on someone as thick-skinned and cheeky as Xie Tianrui.
Xie Tianrui's eyes held a hint of doting affection. He wasn't sure if it was just his imagination, but he felt that Rong Rong was becoming increasingly spoiled.
Xie Tianrui was pleased with this, pleased that Rong Rong did not take her previous words about severing ties seriously, and pleased that Rong Rong was relaxed in his presence.
But then, as if he had just thought of something, Xie Tianrui felt a pang of pain in his heart. If nothing unexpected happened, Rong Rong's spoiled nature and her love for osmanthus cake were all the result of another man's indulgence.
"What about osmanthus cake? I'll take Rongrong to Tianxianglou. It's the best in the capital, much better than Zui Baxian." Marquis Jiangyang said unwillingly.
"Really?" Rong Rong turned around, raising her eyebrows charmingly. She was both cute and alluring. Xie Tianrui's breath hitched, his heart stirred, and his eyes gradually darkened.
He unconsciously moved closer to Rong Rong, and her fragrance grew stronger.
His heart was pounding, his blood was boiling, and Xie Tianrui was getting closer and closer to Rong Rong.
Time seemed to slow down at this moment, and Rong Rong's smile and the alluring look in her eyes were deeply imprinted in Xie Tianrui's eyes.
As the surrounding temperature rose, Xie Tianrui felt a little thirsty. He stared intently at Rong Rong's pink lips and leaned in to kiss her.
However, all the beauty vanished with a single gesture from Rong Rong's delicate hand.
Rong Rong gently pushed Xie Tianrui's face away, her smile sweet. Xie Tianrui's eyes dimmed, and he felt a deep sense of loss.
Even if he acts very intimately with Rong Rong and doesn't mention the past anymore, things are still different.
He explained that he did not send anyone to kill Rong Rong, but Rong Rong still seemed to have not forgiven him and remained distant from him.
He didn't blame Rong Rong, he only blamed himself for not protecting her...
Xingtai Palace, Taihe Hall.
Emperor Chengyuan, Li Tianyi, has been in a coma for seven consecutive days.
The two imperial physicians, along with everyone from the Imperial Hospital, knelt on the ground.
If the emperor doesn't wake up today, he may never wake up again.
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