Chapter 318 My brother who will drop my little pearl loves me too much, what should I do? (3)
No matter how many times one has watched it, many people still sigh that the brothers and sisters of the Bai family are really a delight to watch together.
It is no wonder that those who want to marry Miss Bai almost broke down the door of the Prime Minister's Mansion, but were all blocked by Miss Bai's words, "I will not marry anyone who is not as good as my brother."
"Bai Yi." A man with a slender figure and handsome appearance walked over. He was dressed in gorgeous clothes, and the jade pendant hanging around his waist was worth a fortune. There were many people following him. He was the owner of this ship, the prince Xuanyuan Mingchi.
Bai Yi and Bai Yao exchanged greetings. Xuanyuan Mingchi looked at Bai Yao with a look of joy. He calmed down and said, "Miss Bai was ill before, and I was very worried. I wonder how you are now? Are you feeling better? I have some strengthening herbs here, perhaps they can help you replenish your body." Before
Bai Yao could say anything, Bai Yi had already answered for her, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. My sister has been resting for a few days, and she has felt much better. I believe that she will be much better after resting for a while longer."
Xuanyuan Mingchi breathed a sigh of relief, "That's good."
He seemed to have a lot to say to Bai Yao, but because there were people all around him, he didn't want to be reckless and cause dislike.
Anyone with a discerning eye could see that the prince treated Bai Yao differently, but Bai Yao was a quiet and reserved person who relied on her brother for everything. When the prince spoke to her, she would just smile at best.
Compared to the lively and noisy Second Miss Bai, she was really too dull.
Xuanyuan Mingchi didn't have much experience dealing with girls, and now that he saw his dream girl, he was at a loss for words and didn't know what to say.
It was too awkward to have a silent conversation. Xuanyuan Mingchi tried hard to find a topic and blurted out, "Why didn't I see Miss Bai today?"
Bai Yi replied, "She didn't know the rules and let go of your highness's favorite. I asked her to reflect on her mistakes in seclusion for the past few days."
Xuanyuan Mingchi was quite angry before, but now he didn't care. "Ignorance is not a crime. She was kind-hearted when she let the little turtle into the water. Bai Yi, you don't have to blame her too much."
Bai Yi: "Your highness is kind-hearted. I thank your highness for your kindness on behalf of my second sister."
Xuanyuan Mingchi's eyes were vaguely on Bai Yao. He was so generous that he should have attracted her favor.
But when Bai Yao met his gaze, she just smiled politely, and then she lowered her eyes, looking gentle and quiet, very timid.
But such a timid person saved him when he was injured by an assassin and fell unconscious.
Xuanyuan Mingchi only felt that he liked her even more.
Men and women sat at separate tables at the banquet, and of course the seating positions were also particular. People of similar status were at one table, and the one with the highest status was the most popular person at the table.
Bai Yao had already heard several young ladies praise her ornaments, clothes and shoes. The official style of their fathers was also passed on to the circle of their young generation.
Bai Tiantian once said that the flattery of these people was disgusting.
But Bai Yao thought that this was their way of survival, and as one of those who enjoyed the advantages brought by their status, she could not say much.
Every girl who comes on board has received instructions from her father and brother at home. They must express themselves well and try to attract the attention of the prince. However, in terms of appearance, it is difficult for them to have the confidence to beat Bai Yao. In terms of personality, they cannot show off the crazy attitude of Miss Bai to attract the attention of the public.
So someone else turned their attention to Bai Yi.
Bai Yi is also a popular candidate for future husband in Beijing. He has good appearance, character and knowledge. Among most wealthy children who have married at the age of sixteen or seventeen, he is clean and self-sufficient and never sets foot in the land of fireworks. If he can marry such a good son, his life will not be too bad.
The girl next to Bai Yao smiled and said, "Yaoyao, I haven't seen you out these days, and I was worried about you. Now I feel relieved to see you."
Bai Yao still remembered her. She was the eldest daughter of Minister Lin, and her name was Haitang.
Lin Haitang had a round face with some baby fat, which was very cute. Bai Yao had met her at several banquets, and the first time he saw her, he felt that this little girl was very blessed.
Bai Yao smiled, "Thank you for your concern. I'm feeling much better
now, and there's nothing serious." Lin Haitang said, "During the days when you were away, I noticed that Mr. Bai often looked worried. You two have a really good relationship. I wish I had a brother too."
Bai Yao smiled, "My brother and I grew up together, so naturally we have a good relationship."
Lin Haitang pursed her lips, and as if she mustered up her courage, she raised the corners of her lips and asked in a low voice, "Yaoyao, does your brother like someone?"
Bai Yao nodded, "Yes."
Lin Haitang looked disappointed, but in order not to be embarrassed, she cheered up and said, "The person your brother likes must be very good."
Bai Yao: "I think so too."
Lin Haitang's inquiry was not in line with her expectations, and she didn't feel like talking afterwards. She sat beside him and took a sip of wine from time to time.
Someone nearby looked at her and laughed sarcastically.
The affairs of the Lin family are no secret. Minister Lin favors his concubines over his wives. After his first wife died, he promoted his concubine to his wife's wife's wife. When the concubine gave birth to a son, Minister Lin drove the daughter and son born to his first wife to another manor.
If the prince had not revealed his intention to select a concubine this time, Minister Lin would not have brought Lin Haitang back.
Lin Haitang turned a blind eye to the sarcastic looks around her.
Bai Yao took a pearl flower from her head and put it in Lin Haitang's hand, "This is a little toy I made with Xiu Niang when I was free at home. I give it to you. I heard that you also like reading. I have a lot of books in my collection at home. We can communicate together when we have the chance."
All the sarcastic looks around were retracted.
Lin Haitang stared at Bai Yao blankly for a while, she clenched the pearl flower in her hand, and soon smiled again, "Okay."
As the wine glasses were clinking, the highlight of this fish banquet was also on stage.
Several people lifted up a heavy object covered with red silk. The person who presented this gift was the prince of the Wanghou Mansion. He said proudly: "This is an antique that my servants picked up from the water. It is rare in the world."
Xuanyuan Mingchi became interested, and the others also put down their chopsticks.
The prince said respectfully: "Today I will present this rare antique to Your Highness, I hope Your Highness will like it."
"Let me see what it is." Xuanyuan Mingchi walked over and personally lifted the red silk.
A stone statue was exposed to everyone's eyes.