For Xie Lingqin, at this time, it would be best for her to let the Prince Xian and Xie Lingyu get closer.
Ultimately, the kidnapping and abuse of her was a conspiracy between Prince Xian and Xie Lingyu. Prince Xian is much more difficult to deal with than Xie Lingyu, so she has to be careful.
When Zihe helped Xie Lingqin to the front hall, a sumptuous feast and fine wine were already prepared on the table.
The most prominent seat was occupied by the virtuous prince, who was elegant and refined, exuding the air of a nobleman. To his side sat General Xie, and below him was his second concubine. Xie Danling sat below the virtuous prince, with Xie Lingyu to his side.
When her gaze fell on Xie Lingyu, a glint flashed in Xie Lingqin's eyes.
Xie Lingyu did not cover her face with a veil today, and the face that was revealed was completely intact, without the slightest trace of damage.
Concealing her surprise, and seeing that both the Prince Xian and General Xie remained calm, Xie Lingqin wisely refrained from asking any questions for the time being.
"Your Highness, Father," Xie Lingqin said with a slight bow.
"Young Miss is here! Come, let's sit down at the table."
Xie Lingqin sat down next to Xie Lingyu.
Logically, she should have sat in the front, but...
Her father didn't seem to realize this.
Xie Danling glanced at Xie Lingqin but quickly looked away, her expression one of utter disdain.
"After thinking about it, I realized I was indeed a bit too harsh on you, Lingqin. That's why I've come here today to apologize." As soon as he sat down, the Prince Xian smiled and looked at Xie Lingqin.
Upon hearing this, Xie Lingqin immediately lowered her eyes and said softly, "Your Highness, there's no need for that. This matter is over, so there's no need for you to come and apologize."
Yuwen Xian carefully examined Xie Lingqin, and after a moment, smiled, "Miss is so understanding, it makes me a little embarrassed."
"Your Highness, what are you saying? Since this matter has already been put behind us, there's no need to bring it up again. Besides, you've already shown my daughter a lot of face by bringing a gift today." General Xie quickly smoothed things over, appearing very amiable.
"Yes, it is truly an honor to have the Prince of Xian grace our General's Mansion with his presence." The second concubine beamed with joy.
Xie Lingqin looked at her.
Today, the second concubine wore a bright pink dress, which made her look exceptionally radiant. The layers upon layers of clothing made her look elegant and noble, even comparable to the principal wife's charm.
But such heavy clothing is not something a concubine should wear.
Moreover, logically speaking, given Prince Xian's status, a concubine shouldn't be allowed to sit at the same table with him. However, General Xie allowed her to sit there, and Prince Xian didn't say anything, which shows...
They had reached a tacit understanding on something.
Looking at Xie Lingyu beside her, her head was slightly lowered, her makeup was light and fragrant, and compared to her pale face, she was still bright and beautiful. Between her delicate eyebrows, there was a graceful charm that would make any man, let alone the Prince Xian, stop and linger.
That's right. The original owner was incompetent and cowardly, and didn't know how to dress up. Moreover, she usually had a plain face, and despite her beauty, no one appreciated it.
Looking away from her surroundings, Xie Lingqin joined the others in starting their meal.
"You look so well today, little sister. I was so worried about you the other day when your injuries were so bad," Xie Lingqin said, swallowing a mouthful of food before feigning concern.
Upon hearing this, Xie Lingyu paused slightly as she picked up some food. She appeared calm, but Xie Lingqin still caught a fleeting look of panic in her eyes.
As expected.
There is something different here.
Xie Lingyu's gaze fell on Xie Lingqin, as if no discord had ever occurred between the two. She covered her lips and smiled faintly, "Thank you for your concern, sister. Mother found a good doctor, but while the external symptoms are treated very quickly, the internal organs still need more care."
"Oh, that's good."
"Lingyu, come on, eat more." Xie Lingqin had just finished speaking with her eyes lowered when she saw the Prince Xian put a piece of fish into Xie Lingyu's bowl.
Her face was gentle, and her eyes were full of affection.
Xie Lingqin secretly observed the Prince Xian. Since it was he and Xie Lingqin who kidnapped and abused her, the Prince Xian couldn't possibly be unaware that Xie Lingyu disliked and resented her. Yet, he remained silent as they displayed such deep sisterly affection.
Therefore, Xie Lingqin became even more certain.
The kidnapping and abuse of her that day was likely orchestrated by the Prince Xian, with Xie Lingyu merely an accomplice.
Therefore, Yuwen Xian disliked her so much that he wanted her dead.
However, she will settle these scores properly.
At this moment, Xie Lingyu, who had been flustered by Xie Lingqin's question, looked at the tender fish in her bowl and blushed. "Thank you, Your Highness." At the same time, she glanced at Xie Lingqin.
That glance was very gentle.
However, it seemed more like a provocation.
Hsieh Ling-chin said, "Whatever makes you happy."
At the table, as the Prince Xian served food to Xie Lingyu, the atmosphere seemed relaxed and harmonious.
Xie Lingqin glanced at her extremely satisfied father and her second aunt, whose eyebrows and eyes were filled with joy, out of the corner of her eye, and felt a deep sense of sarcasm in her heart.
That's right, they should be happy and satisfied.
A prince, a prince, serving food to a concubine's daughter.
No need for a passionate confession or tender words; it already speaks volumes about the woman's importance in his heart.
"Lingqin, you've just recovered from your cold, drink more soup." General Xie's gaze finally fell on Xie Lingqin, his expression one of concern like that of a loving father.
Xie Lingqin slightly raised her eyes, pursed her lips, and nodded, "Thank you, Father."
He was either concerned about her or observing her reaction. He wondered if she would feel resentful or angry after seeing how the Prince treated Xie Yu.
However, Xie Lingqin remained calm and composed, seemingly not caring at all, simply eating her meal and trying to minimize her presence.
Xie Lingqin has that ability; if she truly doesn't want anyone to notice her, she can remain completely unnoticed.
After finishing her meal, Xie Lingqin was full. Not only that, but she also shamelessly looked at General Xie and said, "Father, please have someone deliver the gifts that Prince Xian sent to my courtyard later. These servants are a bit lazy, so it would be better to find them something to do."
General Xie didn't care at all; on the contrary, he felt that his daughter was finally showing some independent thought. The second concubine, however, instantly turned pale. She had seen the gifts; they were all of the highest quality. Therefore, she wanted to put them into storage for her to use.
I never expected Xie Lingqin to still be thinking about these things at this time.
"Of course." General Xie nodded. The second concubine was even more resentful, but since the Prince Xian had finally managed to get the general to treat her better, she naturally couldn't say anything more.
"Ahem." Xie Lingqin suddenly covered her mouth and coughed softly a few times before giving a slight bow. "Then I will take my leave." After taking a few steps, Xie Lingqin seemed to remember something and turned to look at Prince Xian. "Your Highness, there is one more thing."
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