Chapter 364 Xiao Lanxi (Part 2)
The gentle and soft voice is like a trickle of water, which makes people feel empty inside.
Xiao Chengxuan raised his eyes.
The well-behaved and innocent girl in front of him seemed to realize that she had overstepped her bounds and immediately withdrew her hand, with embarrassment evident on her fair face.
"...Lan Xi has overstepped the boundaries. I hope my royal brother will forgive me."
Xiao Chengxuan laughed: "I haven't seen you for a few years, and your personality hasn't changed at all! This is the Prince Qi's Mansion, there's no need to be restrained!"
Xiao Lanxi was somewhat helpless: "Brother, please stop making fun of me."
Xiao Chengxuan was in a good mood and naturally wouldn't care about these trivial matters. He put down the jar of wine in his hand and waved to the servant who had just come over with the wine.
"Go down! The Third Princess said that I am not allowed to drink too much today."
Xiao Lanxi blushed slightly.
But she has always been so gentle and patient. Normally, arguing with others would take her a long time, not to mention that the person in front of her is Xiao Chengxuan.
"How dare I be my brother's boss..."
"Did your mother instruct you to look after the king?"
Xiao Lanxi wanted to deny it, but when she looked up and met his eyes that seemed to see through everything, she gave up.
"...Mother is also concerned about your health."
Xiao Chengxuan snorted and laughed.
"You don't have to say these words to coax me. Don't I know what my mother is thinking? She is just afraid that I will drink and make mistakes!"
The emperor had just shown mercy and released him from house arrest. If he took advantage of his drunkenness to say or do something he shouldn't have, who knows what trouble he might get into again.
Xiao Chengxuan himself was also very clear about this.
He tapped his temple: "Don't worry, I'm not drunk, my mind is clear!"
There was still a hint of worry in Xiao Lanxi's eyes.
"I know that my brother is always smart and has a plan for everything he does, but there are so many people around right now, so it's always better to be careful."
Xiao Chengxuan nodded at her.
"That's the bad thing about you: you're too timid!"
Xiao Lanxi pursed her lips and smiled: "With my mother and my brother here, how can I be timid?"
"Come to think of it, I can get out so quickly this time, thanks to you." Xiao Chengxuan narrowed his eyes slightly, "If you hadn't presented such a treasure, I don't know when the emperor would give in!"
The "treasure" that Xiao Chengxuan mentioned was the white deer that Xiao Lanxi brought back when she returned to Beijing this time.
Xiao Lanxi smiled lightly: "That is an auspicious sign from heaven, showing that my father is very gracious and has blessed all the people. He is naturally very happy."
The white deer was discovered accidentally in a deep mountain. It was very beautiful, so Xiao Lanxi presented it as a gift.
Emperor Mu Wu was very pleased. Not only did he give a lot of rewards to Xiao Lanxi, his most disliked daughter, he also showed special favor and released Xiao Chengxuan on the occasion of Concubine Ru's birthday.
After Xiao Chengxuan knew about this, he specially invited Xiao Lanxi to his house.
Firstly, they hadn't seen each other for many years and now they could finally get together, and secondly, it was to thank her.
Xiao Chengxuan slowly turned the wine glass, but was silent for a long time before sneering:
"Oh, it's really funny. When I was in power, they all came to me. But when I lost power, they all stayed away from me and refused to even ask for a favor for me!"
In the end, he still has to rely on his half-sister for help!
In the past, he had no feelings for this sister of humble origin. Although she had been raised by his mother for several years, she had been too well-behaved since childhood. Later, she was sent out of the palace to be raised. He had not seen her for a long time and could not say that they were close.
But this time, she really helped him a lot.
It is easy to add icing on the cake, but difficult to provide help in times of need. Xiao Chengxuan has been doing well for many years, but this is the first time he has encountered such a severe reprimand. He suddenly felt that those people in the past were just so-so. However, this sister who has little sense of existence makes him feel quite warm.
Apart from her mother and grandfather, she was one of the few people willing to share his worries.
Xiao Lanxi shook her head gently upon hearing this: "They also have their own difficulties. My royal brother should be more understanding."
Xiao Chengxuan just thought it was ridiculous and sneered:
"You are still too soft-hearted. You won't know how you will be bullied to death in the future!"
He was too lazy to explain to her the dirty things in the court, and waved his hand: "Forget it! Talking to you so much will only add to your worries, no more, no more!"
Xiao Lanxi didn't seem to be interested in these either. She nodded slightly, a smile blooming on her lips again;
"My brother has been released from the ban, and it happens to be Mother's birthday, so she must be very happy. I specially prepared a birthday gift for Mother this time—"
Before he could finish, an attendant walked in quickly.
"Your Highness, I have something to report."
Xiao Lanxi paused and looked sideways. Anyone who dared to barge in at this time must be a trusted person.
As expected, Xiao Chengxuan's expression slightly restrained, and he asked, "What's the matter?"
The attendant hesitated.
Xiao Lanxi was very tactful and pretended to stand up: "Since my royal brother has something important to do, I will go first--"
“No need.”
Xiao Chengxuan asked her to sit down, and then signaled his followers to speak directly.
"The Third Princess is not an outsider, just tell me directly."
Xiao Lanxi bit her lip, seeming a little overwhelmed.
Upon hearing this, the attendant spoke directly: "Your Highness, something happened in the Ye Mansion."
Xiao Chengxuan was annoyed when he heard these two words and immediately frowned: "What's wrong?"
Xiao Lanxi's eyelashes trembled slightly.
The attendant said, "Your Highness should still remember that a few days ago Ye Shixian accused Ye Chutang in public, saying that she forced her mother to death."
Xiao Chengxuan had just returned to the mansion not long ago. The reason why he knew this was actually because this matter involved Ye Heng's relatives.
Of course, it’s also because of Ye Chutang.
"I remember. Why, have you finished investigating the case in Shuntian Prefecture?"
"No, and there has been a big reversal." The attendant reported the news received today truthfully, "The maidservant named Shaoyao beside Ye Shixian ran to Shuntian Prefecture and counter-sued that Ye Shixian killed Gao. At this moment, Zhang Qian has sent soldiers to take Ye Shixian to the prison, saying that he wants to re-examine her."
"What did you say!?"
Even Xiao Chengxuan was shocked.
"That Gao is her biological mother! How could she do such a thing?"
"Although this is absurd, Shaoyao has a close relationship with Ye Shixian, how dare she make a false accusation? Moreover, considering Lord Zhang Qian's behavior, he must have evidence to arrest someone in public."
It took Xiao Chengxuan a long time to calm down his shock.
"…So, the one who killed Gao was not Ye Chutang, but her biological daughter!?"
The attendant said nothing.
He is only responsible for delivering the message, and everything else is none of his business.
Xiao Chengxuan pondered for a long time, and suddenly sneered.
"Everyone in the Ye family is a tough guy!"
Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Xiao Lanxi gently covering her mouth with shock still in her eyes. Then he remembered that for a young girl like her who knew nothing about the world, it must have been a big shock for her to suddenly hear something like this.
"Ye Chutang?"
Xiao Lanxi slightly opened her eyes, her almond-shaped eyes blank.
"That is... Ye Chutang who saved the princess?"
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