Chapter 363 Is this little dumpling trying to coax someone?
"Ah, okay, okay."
The moment she received his answer, she seemed relieved.
Zijuan panicked and immediately crawled into the carriage, using the curtain to separate the two spaces.
Zhui Feng looked at the carriage curtain that had been lifted up, lowered down, and finally returned to calm, feeling somewhat lost.
However, Zhui Feng didn't think anything of it and just assumed that Zijuan was concerned about him. He secretly sighed that Miss Zijuan was really caring and then drove the carriage to the prefectural government office on his own.
On the way, Sheng Sheng saw someone selling pumpkin and millet porridge that was good for the stomach on the street, and happily bought a portion for Xie Yun and several of the guards.
"Although they should have had breakfast at the prefectural government office, we should still be on the safe side!"
Sheng Sheng wondered if Xie Yun had calmed down after a night.
Once she calmed down, she obediently promised him that she would never run away on her own again.
If she's still angry, she'll act cute and charming until Xie Yun-yang loses her temper, then she'll make a promise.
As Sheng Sheng was mentally preparing how to appease Xie Yunyang if he got angry with her, the carriage slowly came to a stop in front of the prefectural government office.
"Miss, we have arrived at the prefectural government office."
"Hey!"
The little dumpling jumped down from the horse stool in three quick steps. At the entrance of the prefectural government office, the old steward of the prefectural government office was already waiting outside. When he saw Shengsheng get off the carriage, he hurriedly and respectfully came forward to greet him.
"Miss Xie, you've arrived."
"Hmm, where is my brother?"
"Young Master Xie and my master are having a meal in the side hall. Young Master Xie specifically instructed me to ask if Miss has eaten enough at the inn. If she hasn't eaten enough or would like to try the food at our mansion, she can join us in the side hall. If she doesn't wish to, she can go to the front hall for tea and snacks and wait a moment."
"Oh, no need, no need, Shengsheng is full." Shengsheng thought for a moment, "So brother is eating. Then could you please take this to brother for me? This is pumpkin and millet porridge that we bought on the way. We heard that brother didn't sleep all night. This is good for the stomach and health!"
The old butler addressed her as Miss Xie, but he never forgot that her true identity was a princess.
Hearing the princess address him with such respect, the old butler felt quite flustered and flattered, and quickly waved his hand, saying, "Miss Xie, you are too kind! Your politeness makes me unsure of what to do."
The old steward called over a servant to help Zijuan unload the pumpkin and millet porridge from the carriage.
"Miss Xie, shall I have a few people escort you to the front hall to wait a moment? I'll take this millet porridge to Young Master Xie right away."
"Okay, thank you." Sheng Sheng added, "By the way, there's a lot of porridge, please tell my brother to help me distribute it to Lan Yun and the others."
The old steward readily agreed, and Sheng Sheng, seeing this, led Zhui Feng and Zi Juan, following behind the two maids, to the front hall.
Inside the side hall, all was quiet. Xie Yun looked somewhat tired; a sleepless night had left him with little energy to deal with anything else. He simply ate his meal quietly, waiting for Sheng Sheng to come.
At first, Prefect Tang and his wife exchanged a few words occasionally, trying to ease the atmosphere and also to probe Xie Yun's attitude and handling of the previous night's events.
After all, the magistrate who had been by his side for ten years turned out to be an accomplice of bandits, and these bandits had troubled his provincial capital for a long time, causing utter harm to the surrounding people...
Although Prefect Tang himself was also naive, with His Highness the Crown Prince present, the matter was not as simple as just the emergence of a traitor. The specifics of the situation would have to be decided by His Highness the Crown Prince.
To put it simply, it's because he failed to manage people effectively.
To put it bluntly, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to punish him for "condoning bandits and neglecting his duties."
Who can blame him but His Highness the Crown Prince, the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Yu?
Decision-makers in high positions, after issuing orders to their subordinates, mostly only look at the results.
As for the process, how could decision-makers possibly consider the various reasons behind the implementation?
Thinking of this, Prefect Tang's hand holding the teacup tightened slightly, and even his wife's eyes held a hint of unease.
Although Xie Yun responded, her smile was faint. After a couple of exchanges, Prefect Tang wisely quieted down as well.
It wasn't until the old steward came in and said that Miss Xie had arrived at the front hall and was waiting, and then had the servant put away the things that had been repeatedly instructed, that he said, "Young master, Miss Xie said that she had eaten her fill at the inn and did not want to bother you. This is pumpkin and millet porridge that Miss Xie brought for you. She said that she knew you hadn't slept all night and was afraid that you would overwork yourself. This millet porridge is very good for the stomach. She also said that she would share this porridge with your guards."
Xie Yunyang paused, her gaze falling on the simple food box. A warm smile instantly spread across her eyes, and even the weariness between her brows faded a little.
Xie Yunyang reached out and lifted the lid of the food box. The sweet aroma of rice mixed with the soft sweetness of pumpkin immediately wafted out, warmly enveloping the entire room.
"Is this little dumpling trying to coax someone?"
Xie Yunyang picked up a spoon and scooped a spoonful. The porridge was delicate and smooth, and its warmth and softness were just right, making her stomach feel cozy and comfortable.
Xie Yunyang chuckled softly, revealing her first smile of the day.
Her tone was full of undisguised tenderness, "She does have the air of a sweet and considerate daughter."
Tang, the prefect, who was standing nearby, saw this scene and, finally feeling a bit more relaxed, quickly laughed and said, "Young Master Xie is so lucky! Your sister is so thoughtful and sensible; she's much better than my mischievous son. It seems you should really try this porridge, so as not to disappoint your sister's kindness."
Xie Yun chuckled, knowing that Prefect Tang was deliberately trying to start a conversation, but she didn't remain silent as before.
"Indeed, this is the first time I've ever been so willing to coax my younger sister like this."
There was a hint of helplessness in his words, as if he were accusing Sheng Sheng of being spoiled and willful, but as long as you could see Xie Yun's expression, you would find that his words were completely indulgent and indulgent.
The Tang couple exchanged a glance, and one fact was self-evident—His Highness the Crown Prince truly doted on the Second Princess!
If His Highness the Crown Prince is very dissatisfied with him, he might be able to find a breakthrough by dealing with the Second Princess!
"Hahaha, what a loving brother and sister! It's truly enviable!" Prefect Tang immediately chimed in, not forgetting the message he had the old steward convey. He hurriedly instructed the old steward, "Quickly, and don't forget to take the remaining porridge to Young Master Xie's guards!"
"Yes, this old servant will take care of it immediately." The old steward bowed and agreed.
Prefect Tang wanted to take the opportunity to talk to Xie Yunyang for a while, but Xie Yunyang had already quickly finished the small bowl of pumpkin and millet porridge.
Xie Yun had no intention of lingering in the provincial capital any longer. According to their original plan, they were to set off for Jinzhou, which was next door, today.
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