Moreover, the original owner accompanied the eldest princess during the banquets held in the past two years, and would occasionally come to the eldest princess's residence to chat with her. Since their relationship was built up over time, it was inevitable that the original owner would be closer to the eldest princess than others.
Han Lingxi didn't act coy. She stood up gracefully and sat down to the left of the princess, talking to her about what patterns she had embroidered at home and what books she had read.
"Princess."
The aunt who had always been by the princess's side entered and bowed.
The eldest princess gestured to her aunt to continue.
"Your Highness, a master from Huguo Temple has come to the palace. He looks like Master Kongzhi."
The eldest princess frowned. Why had Master Kongzhi returned to her eldest princess residence?
"Princess, why don't you go out and take a look? It's never good to neglect her."
Han Lingxi spoke up, saying that the eldest princess had not gone out to see anyone for a long time. Even a princess, a widow, had many taboos. She was probably hesitating whether to go out and meet people. After all, Buddhism held a very high position in Tianze, and it would not be good to neglect it.
"Um."
The eldest princess nodded, and Han Lingxi got up and took the eldest princess's hand to go to the front hall.
"I was unaware of Master Kongzhi's visit and apologize for not welcoming him properly. I hope the Master will not take offense."
As the eldest princess came from the palace, her polite words on the surface were naturally correct.
"Your Highness is too kind. This humble monk has come uninvited, wishing only to ask for a cup of tea."
Master Kongzhi performed a Buddhist salute.
"I just got some snow-capped jadeite; Master, you might as well try some."
As the princess spoke, she gestured to Han Lingxi to serve tea to Master Kongzhi.
"Thank you, benefactor." Han Lingxi tactfully served tea, and Master Kongzhi stood up to express his gratitude.
In the front hall were young men from various families invited by the princess, and even princes; behind the screen were young women who had come to see the spectacle after hearing the news.
At this moment, the young ladies behind the screen tore their handkerchiefs to shreds, envying Han Lingxi for having such an opportunity to appear in front of the princes and noblemen.
"This humble monk was passing by the mansion when he faintly saw the aura of dragons and phoenixes, so he couldn't help but come in and disturb you."
Master Kongzhi gently inhaled the aroma of the tea and spoke.
As soon as he finished speaking, the entire front hall fell silent. Master Kongzhi meant that the future emperor and empress were currently residing in the Princess's residence.
The future emperor is alright, since there are only a few princes who have come of age, and they have all been invited to the flower viewing banquet. But the young ladies are a different story. Not to mention how many noble ladies there are in the capital, there are countless daughters of officials who live with their parents outside the capital.
Although there were quite a few ladies attending the flower viewing party, there weren't many either. This sudden reduction in the number of attendees made everyone fantasize that this good fortune would fall on their heads.
"With all the princes here, and myself holding the title of eldest princess, I naturally possess the aura of a dragon and a phoenix."
The eldest princess reacted the fastest, deliberately misinterpreting Master Kongzhi's meaning. The current emperor is only in his forties. Although he is not young, he is not at a stage where he can tolerate others coveting his throne. If these words were to spread, it would not be good for the princes.
“The Princess is right.” Master Kongzhi seemed unconcerned that his words had been misinterpreted, and agreed, then turned to look at Han Lingxi.
"This female benefactor served tea to this humble monk. I have nothing to repay her with, but I advise her that it is best not to spend time with her parents recently. The Greedy Wolf star has shifted, the Broken Army star is acting recklessly, and the Purple Star is dim. It would be safer for her to go north."
"Thank you, Master."
Han Lingxi curtsied to express her gratitude.
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