Chapter 119 I Only Treat You as My Sister
"You mean, my father suspects Brother Que and the others."
A beautiful little butterfly flew over the gorgeous peony flowers and landed on a pure white and translucent peony bud.
Bai Xiaoxiao sat on the swing and 'earnestly' defended Que Tianwen, saying, "But I don't think Brother Que is that kind of person. How could he possibly attack my mother?"
[Damn it, I knew that Que was holding his fart in. It turns out he's waiting for me right here.]
Qi Rong sat on the round chair opposite her, sipping his tea and whispering, "Your Majesty is referring to Junior Brother Que's father, Que Tiancheng. He cast a curse on the Empress to disturb her mind, and the one who stands to benefit the most is Que Tiancheng."
Bai Xiaoxiao's defense: "Really? Brother Que's father doesn't look like a bad guy."
"I knew that jerk was no good the moment I laid eyes on him. Que Tianwen's beam has already crooked its way to Old Wang's house next door, so how can his beam be any better? It might even be full of maggots."
Qi Rong couldn't help but cough lightly, then continued, "We must investigate no matter what. His Majesty has already entrusted this task to you and me."
Bai Xiaoxiao agreed coyly: "Alright then, I will definitely clear Brother Que's name."
[Check, check, check! When I find out something, I'll send these two bastards back to their original form and make them into giant green bean bastards.]
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Que Mansion.
Bai Xiaoxiao and Qi Rong were led into the courtyard by the housekeeper.
Originally, Que Le was clamoring to come, but her old father called her back with a message. For no other reason than that he wanted to see whether his daughter was really that stupid.
The courtyard is decorated in a simple and elegant style, with rockery and artificial stones stacked on the green grass, a clear stream flowing through, and a winding arch bridge with nine bends that curve beautifully.
They came to the hall.
Maids brought them fresh fruits and fine tea.
"Your humble servant greets Her Royal Highness the Princess and greets the Immortal Master."
Que Tiancheng came over from a distance with his hands clasped in front of his chest, saying compliments but there was no respect in his tone.
Qi Rong didn't care about his attitude because he didn't want to pay any attention to this man.
Bai Xiaoxiao also didn't have a good impression of Que Tiancheng. The more casual the tone, the more it fits her stereotype of him, but she still put on a fake smile to save face.
Que Tiancheng was probably in a good mood and didn't pay much attention to their changes. He sat down at the main seat, took a sip of tea and asked, "I wonder why Her Royal Highness the Princess and the Immortal Master came to my residence?"
[Pretending, I really don't know how many holes there are in your head, how can you be so pretentious. ]
Bai Xiaoxiao answered him simply: "Source dew."
But perhaps her answer was too concise without even any preparation. Que Tiancheng paused, then stroked his beard thoughtfully and stopped talking.
Bai Xiaoxiao was too lazy to watch his pretense and continued, "My mother is seriously ill, as you know. She needs Yuanlu to alleviate her condition."
Que Tiancheng looked troubled: "The Queen is seriously ill. Logically, I should use the source dew to help the Queen, but..."
"Thank you very much, Master Que."
Bai Xiaoxiao pretended to be excited and raised her voice to cover up Que Tiancheng's "but".
Que Tiancheng choked as he looked at the hand stretched out before him: "But! That bottle of source dew was obtained with untold hardships by this humble servant, and it is to be given to my future daughter-in-law."
Qi Rong's eyes turned cold for a moment.
Que Tiancheng opened his mouth and hesitated for a long moment, but still didn't say the words "If the princess marries Tianwen, she will obtain the source of dew." He laughed awkwardly and said, "Even with this immortal master in the palace, he still couldn't cure the queen's illness?"
Qi Rong said softly, "My knowledge is limited, so I dare not make any rash comments."
"I see."
Que Tiancheng nodded as if he understood, but a look of pride could not be stopped from appearing in his eyes.
Qi Rong glanced at him indifferently, then picked up the teacup and suppressed the slight sarcasm at the corner of his lips.
"Lord Que."
Bai Xiaoxiao said, "My mother is seriously ill now, so I really don't have the heart for a romantic relationship. As for marriage..." She suddenly felt a chill and said with her neck stiff, "Let's discuss it after this matter is over."
A faint muffled groan sounded from my ear.
She turned her head in surprise, but Qi Rong looked normal, still drinking tea calmly and elegantly.
Am I hallucinating?
The sound of the tea lid hitting the rim of the cup seemed to get louder for a moment.
Que Tiancheng looked at Bai Xiaoxiao: "You used to call me Uncle Que. Now that I think about it, I used to hold you in my arms. Now you've grown up so big in the blink of an eye."
【so what? 】
Bai Xiaoxiao really wanted to say, 'Don't say you hugged me, you should say I kissed you, I might like it more', but she couldn't, she needed to maintain her image.
Endure and endure, endure and endure again.
Bai Xiaoxiao seemed to squeeze out a sentence from between her teeth: "Uncle Que..."
Que Tiancheng nodded in satisfaction: "Then listen to your uncle's words. I will send Yuan Lu to the palace to treat the Queen's illness. You stay and cultivate your relationship with Tianwen."
He stood up with a 'Teng——' after he finished speaking.
"That's settled."
The second half of Bai Xiaoxiao's sentence got stuck in her throat. As the man's figure walked further and further away, she could only let out a long sigh. She turned around and picked up the teacup on the table, but suddenly felt a hint of resentment in his eyes.
She slowly raised her eyes and looked at Qi Rong: "Third Brother, what's the matter...?"
Qi Rong looked at her silently like a resentful woman, then took off his robe and left.
「No, what’s wrong……」
I heard news from the palace that the source dew has been given to the Queen Mother to take, so Your Highness can live in peace.
At the same time, the eunuch who was delivering the message was muttering so many hints that his eyeballs were almost popping out of his head.
Bai Xiaoxiao knew what he wanted to convey, but it was useless.
Even if she didn't want to be too intimate with Que Tianwen, the system wouldn't allow it.
I can only play dumb and get away with it.
The young eunuch shook his head meaningfully and sighed.
Dinner,
Bai Xiaoxiao, Qi Rong and the Que family father and son, except for Que Tiancheng who was enjoying his meal and trying hard to liven up the atmosphere, the other three had their own thoughts.
Bai Xiaoxiao didn't know if he did it on purpose.
I finally managed to finish the meal.
Que Tiancheng insisted on dragging Qi Rong to play chess, leaving Bai Xiaoxiao and Que Tianwen aside. It can be seen that he was really trying to bring them together.
Bai Xiaoxiao had no way to refuse, and could only leave with Que Tianwen under Qi Rong's resentful gaze.
Candles are burning on the roadside at night.
It casts a hazy color over the quiet grass and trees.
Bai Xiaoxiao lowered her head and said nothing, trying to be a quiet little frog.
"Xiaoxiao."
Que Tianwen spoke first: "Regarding the matter of marriage, I want to hear your thoughts."
[Ideas? I actually have ideas?]
Bai Xiaoxiao put on a fake smile and said, "Of course I'll listen to you, Brother Que."
Que Tianwen sighed: "Xiaoxiao, no matter what, I have to apologize to you first."
Bai Xiaoxiao was shocked: "Huh?"
Que Tianwen continued, "I only recently learned of your feelings, but in fact, I have always regarded you as my own sister, without any romantic feelings. As for me... I already have someone in my heart."
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