"What's wrong? Why are you unhappy? Hmm? Your little mouth is almost as big as those ducks waiting to be slaughtered in the imperial kitchen."
Helian Ci pinched Mou Sisi's pouting lips and teased her with amusement.
"snort!!!"
Sisi slapped Helian Ci's hand away, pinched the hand covering her mouth, put her chubby hands on her hips, and pouted in dissatisfaction.
"Second brother, you're so mean! How could you compare Ya Ya to Si Si? Si Si is an incredibly beautiful and adorable girl!"
The handsome tutor is still here, Second Prince, can't you give your little cutie a little face?
“Aren’t ducks cute? Sisi doesn’t really like eating their meat.” Helian Ci laughed.
"Th-those ducks are cute too." Sisi's voice trailed off, her fluffy little head burying itself in Helian Ci's arms, which smelled faintly of herbs.
Her chubby little hands clung tightly to Helian Ci's lean waist, she sniffed, and spoke in a soft, sweet voice.
"Second brother, Sisi will never forget you. Sisi will miss you terribly. Please come back soon, Second brother."
I'm not an immature child, I just can't bear to part with you. Why do we have to separate? Ugh, this is what growing up is like. It's so annoying. I still want to stay a five-year-old forever. Ugh.
Helian Ci paused slightly, his long, porcelain-white fingers faltering. His dark eyes, like a deep pool, fell gently on the small bundle nestled against his chest.
"good."
**
The snowfall in Bei Yin this year was heavier than in previous years. Fortunately, the heavy snow didn't fall continuously, but only intermittently; otherwise, the imperial court would have been worried about a snow disaster.
Kyoto was as lively as ever, with pedestrians strolling along the streets under umbrellas, or gathering with a few friends in a private room in an attic, enjoying wine and conversation – a truly delightful scene.
Time flies, and another year is about to pass. Time really does fly.
…
Royal Palace
The swirling snowflakes covered the glazed tiles of the vast, magnificent palace.
It was as if it had been draped in a snow-white robe, with everything covered in silver, yet it did not lose any of the majesty of this palace, making it a sight to behold.
Ever since learning that his second brother by Daming Lake would be leaving the capital in the spring, Sisi has been clinging to Helian Ci like a little shadow.
In Yongqing Palace and Fanghua Palace, one could always hear that Sisi calling out "Second Imperial Brother" in a sweet, soft voice.
"Second brother, Sisi is here again!"
That day, braving the cold and snow, Sisi, wearing a floral cotton-padded jacket, held Nanrong Jinghua's hand and skipped happily to Fanghua Palace.
Nan Rong Jinghua held an umbrella in her hand, its surface dotted with red plum blossoms, creating a unique scene amidst the swirling snow.
"The little princess is here! Come on in, it's cold outside, don't catch a cold."
The one speaking was Consort Lian, who had opened the door to greet them. Having lived a life of luxury in Fanghua Palace, Consort Lian had become quite plump.
Her hair was styled in a bun adorned with a hair ornament, and despite the bitter cold of winter, she was wearing a dark blue silk skirt.
The palace maids who served her closely caught up with her, holding an umbrella for Consort Lian and draping a cloak over her shoulders, attending to her meticulously.
"Aunt Lian, please don't do this, Sisi is scared."
Seeing Consort Lian's overly attentive and enthusiastic manner, Sisi involuntarily took a small step back, tightened her grip on Nanrong Jinghua's small hand, and swallowed hard.
Aunt Lian and the like are all so fickle. Just a few days ago, Aunt Lian didn't like her little cutie.
Nan Rongjinghua glanced sideways, her warm hand grasping the little girl's small hand tightly, and looked at Consort Lian who was coming to greet her, her gaze slightly cold.
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