29. Chapter 29 Dazzling
To prove she didn't mind, she ate the candied haws. Afterward, Xiaoxiao felt even more guilty, her fair face redder than the sunset. She didn't dare look at him, only complaining, as if to cover it up, "Brother, you're so controlling."
Pei Xiu Han raised his eyebrows. He didn't say anything else. He just pulled one of her long hair as a warning. Fortunately, Xiaoxiao's hair was tied tightly, otherwise it would have been messed up by him.
Xiaoxiao should have been depressed. In the past, when her brother pulled her hair at home, she would frown and ask him not to pull her hair so often. But when it came to Brother Pei, a strange feeling surged in her heart, as if he was a little closer to her, no longer so far away.
Xiaoxiao curled her lips, and her bright eyes were filled with joy.
As the two were walking forward, Yang Hao came over and whispered something in Pei Xiuhan's ear. Xiaoxiao only heard "Pei Yang" and "secret meeting", and then she saw her brother's narrow eyebrows raised slightly, and a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.
Xiaoxiao had a vague impression of the name Pei Yang. He was also a member of the royal family. According to seniority, Pei Jing should call him "little imperial uncle". His father was the current King of Qin and also Pei Xiuhan's fifth imperial uncle.
The King of Qin now works in the Ministry of Justice. It is said that his hands are stained with a lot of blood and he is ruthless. It seems that he is about to retire. Pei Yang is a playboy. Some time ago, Pei Jing scolded him, saying that he is more of a hindrance than a help, causing trouble all day long and bringing shame to the royal family.
Pei Xiuhan glanced at Xiaoxiao and didn't let her go back. "Let's go. Brother will take you to another place."
Xiaoxiao wanted to go back to the place they were before. Seeing that he was busy, she did not show any disappointment and followed him obediently, saying as she walked, "Brother, am I disturbing you? If you have something to do, I can go back home first."
"fine."
When passing by a stall selling masks, Pei Xiu Han picked up two and Yang Hao quickly paid for them. Pei Xiu Han's mask was of an ancient mythical beast with a green face and fangs, while the one given to Xiao Xiao was of a cute sika deer.
After he put it on himself, he also put it on Xiaoxiao.
The moment he approached, Xiaoxiao smelled the scent of sandalwood on him, which was light and pleasant. The next moment, he moved away. When the scent disappeared, Xiaoxiao felt a little lost for no reason.
As more and more people came to the street, he simply grabbed the little girl's wrist. Actually, this posture was not very comfortable. He walked fast and Xiaoxiao had a hard time following him. She knew that he must have something wrong. Xiaoxiao didn't say a word and followed his pace silently.
Pei Xiuhan took her to Kangle Music House, which was a property under his name. It had good privacy and was well managed. Not only did young men like to go there to listen to music, but noble ladies also went there to join in the fun.
The music house was built by the water and was very magnificent. Pei Xiuhan took her through the back door. After entering, she found a different world inside. In the lobby, there were many young men drinking, as well as many musicians and dancers who were there to entertain them.
Pei Xiuhan took Xiaoxiao directly to the second floor. During the Lantern Festival, many people would wear masks, and their appearance did not attract the attention of others.
Pei Xiuhan went straight to the third floor, while Xiaoxiao was arranged by Yang Hao on the second floor. The view of this room was very beautiful. After opening the window, there were rolling mountains in the distance and a pavilion across the water nearby. In the summer, you can also enjoy the lotus here.
Today, hundreds of lanterns of various shapes are hung on the water pavilion, and the entire pavilion is brightly lit, with men and women guessing riddles on the pavilion.
Xiaoxiao took off her mask and leaned against the window, admiring the view. A gentle evening breeze ruffled her hair. Just as she was feeling comfortable, she spotted a familiar figure.
The young man was wearing a moon-white brocade robe. He had handsome features and a slender figure. He was actually Pei Jing's cousin, Xiao Chen. A young girl was standing next to him.
Xiaoxiao was a little surprised, but the boy seemed to have noticed her gaze and turned his head to look at her directly. Xiaoxiao's eyes moved slightly, and when she wanted to hide, it was too late.
Xiao Chen just glanced at her and then looked away indifferently. The light on the second floor was not as bright as that in the waterside pavilion. Xiaoxiao thought that he didn't see her and breathed a sigh of relief. Unexpectedly, a moment later, there was a knock on the door.
Xiaoxiao opened the door and was even more surprised to see that it was Xiao Chen.
Xiao Chen had a serious expression, his handsome face was slightly stiff, and only his clenched fingers revealed that he was a little embarrassed.
Xiaoxiao couldn't help but feel curious and glanced behind him, but she didn't see the girl.
Xiao Chen didn't want her to misunderstand, so he explained dryly, "She and I just met by chance."
Xiaoxiao said softly, "Oh." She wasn't familiar with Xiao Chen, so she didn't know what to say. They stared at each other for a moment. She moved back and said with a smile, "Since you're here, Mr. Xiao, come in and have a glass of water."
She was just being polite and thought that with Xiao Chen's cold personality, he would directly refuse. Unexpectedly, the young man nodded and walked in directly.
The only other men she was familiar with, besides Brother Pei, was Pei Jing. Facing Xiao Chen, who spoke even less than Brother Pei, Xiaoxiao felt a little awkward and didn't know what topic to start with. She planned to pour him a glass of water first.
Xiao Chen reached out to take the blue and white peony jade pot from her hand, "I'll do it."
Xiaoxiao stepped back and said, "No need."
Anyone who comes is a guest, how can we let him come?
The water in the pot was too full, and as she dodged, some of it splashed out. Xiaoxiao was scalded, and her hand loosened, and the blue and white jade pot fell to the ground.
Xiaoxiao was startled and heartbroken. This jade pot looked very expensive, and she didn't know how much silver she would have to pay for it. When she was about to pick up the fragments, the tall figure of the young man appeared in front of her.
Xiao Chen anxiously grabbed her hand and asked, "Are you burned?"
Xiaoxiao was stunned for a moment and wanted to retract her hand, but the boy held it tighter. Xiaoxiao felt a strange feeling in her heart, and she felt extremely awkward. Her cheeks also felt a little hot unconsciously. "I'm fine, you, you let go."
This was the scene Pei Xiuhan saw when he came in. Xiao Chen, who had always been calm, had lost his usual composure. He nervously held Xiaoxiao's hand, and the little girl's cheeks were flushed.
Pei Xiuhan's eyes narrowed dangerously.
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