Bai Chuxiao and Kong Xihan sat in a secluded flower hall drinking tea. Kong Xihan's eyes were somewhat vacant, as if she were lost in thought.
After a moment, she suddenly spoke, "Xiaoxiao, will your second brother look down on me for what I did yesterday?"
Bai Chuxiao glared at her. "Don't talk nonsense. What's wrong with you just expressing your feelings? If he dares to look down on you, I'll break his legs. Besides, haven't you already let go of the past? Why care what he thinks?"
Kong Xihan shook her head, "But the feeling when I see him is different."
"If he's willing, but you know your second brother's ambitions. The road ahead is uncertain and fraught with danger. Are you really willing..."
"If he's interested, I'm naturally willing," Kong Xihan said with a smile and a firm look in her eyes.
Bai Chuxiao smiled slightly, then suddenly spoke loudly to the outside, "Second Brother, it's not a good habit for Prince Yu to eavesdrop on our conversations."
Murong Xuan and Yu Fengyang walked in, looking embarrassed. They hadn't intentionally eavesdropped; however, after finding their way in, Murong Xuan hesitated, unsure of what to say, which was why he lingered outside the door.
"Miss Kong..." Murong Xuan began, somewhat at a loss for words.
Kong Xihan lowered her eyes, not daring to look at the man she had admired for many years.
Bai Chuxiao gave Yu Fengyang a meaningful look, suggesting it was better to leave the two of them alone. Yu Fengyang nodded, patted Murong Xuan's shoulder meaningfully, and then followed Bai Chuxiao out.
A moment of silence fell over the hall. Murong Xuan, as if having made up his mind, slowly spoke, "Xi Han..."
Kong Xihan's expression shifted, and she looked at him expectantly. The two had known each other for a long time, but Murong Xuan seemed to deliberately keep his distance, always only politely addressing her as "Miss Kong" and calling her by her given name. This was the first time...
Murong Xuan continued, "Yesterday I pondered repeatedly about how we met. I've asked myself the same questions you asked me countless times. Now I want to answer again: I have feelings for you... but before I established myself, I intentionally avoided those thoughts. But... now that I'm facing my heart, I realize I care about you... I don't want you to marry someone else, so I came here in a hurry today..."
Kong Xihan's eyes lit up, and she asked cautiously, "You really..."
Murong Xuan nodded solemnly, then said, "But I have nothing now, and the future is uncertain. You are beautiful and generous... I... I don't want to wrong you."
If we're talking about talented women in the capital, Kong Xihan is definitely among the top three. However, the Ministry of Rites doesn't hold much real power, and compared to those ranked higher, like Liu Shuyao, her family background makes her seem somewhat obscure.
In Murong Xuan's mind, Kong Xihan might be slightly inferior to Liu Shuyao in terms of looks and talent, but she was definitely much better than Bai Chuwan, one of the two beauties of the capital... Faced with such an outstanding woman, he was actually quite insecure...
Kong Xihan said firmly, "I don't feel wronged. I don't care about what you know. I want to accompany you to realize your aspirations..."
Upon hearing this, Murong Xuan's eyes hardened. "Xi Han... I want to marry you. Will you marry me?"
Kong Xihan nodded quickly, a sweet smile on her face, "I do."
Murong Xuan's eyes brightened slightly, and he smiled, "I'll go back and tell my parents right away. Wait for me."
After saying that, she hurriedly walked out. Kong Xihan's cheeks flushed slightly, and she murmured, "What an idiot!"
Seeing Murong Xuan rushing out, Bai Chuxiao and Yu Fengyang, who were waiting outside, exchanged a glance. Had it worked out or not?
Murong Xuan approached, "Little Sister Xiao, come back with your second brother," and pulled Bai Chuxiao away.
"What's going on? Brother Murong, wait for me!" Yu Fengyang looked at the two figures and hurriedly followed. Why was he always the one who was abandoned?
The three walked out of the mansion, and Bai Chuxiao said helplessly, "Second Brother, what's the rush?"
Yu Fengyang asked, puzzled, "Yeah, what's the rush?"
Murong Xuan's eyes flickered slightly, and he said calmly, "Didn't you all say that time is merciless and we shouldn't have regrets... I'll go back... so I can propose marriage."
So it's done, huh? Yu Fengyang chuckled. "I really overestimated you. Is there any need to be so excited? You're so naive. I wouldn't stoop to associating with someone like you..."
After saying that, he waved his folding fan and left.
Bai Chuxiao blinked. "You think proposing marriage is like a meal? It just comes like that. My second aunt has to prepare properly."
Murong Xuan replied without changing his expression, "Alright."
Bai Chuxiao said irritably, "You dragged me out in such a hurry, I didn't even have time to tell Sister Xihan."
Murong Xuan raised an eyebrow and said calmly, "It's alright, your second sister-in-law won't mind."
Seeing his expression, Bai Chuxiao couldn't help but pinch him. This guy was clearly very happy, but he insisted on pretending to be calm and secretly showing off. He really deserved a beating!
Murong Xuan frowned slightly. Xiao Meimei's pinching technique was skillful and unique; it seemed she was…
"His Highness the Prince of Yan is truly pitiful!"
Bai Chuxiao looked at him with a half-smile, "Hmm... what did you say?"
Murong Xuan remained expressionless and slowly said, "What I mean is, it's truly a pity that His Highness Prince Yan didn't meet you sooner."
Bai Chuxiao clapped her hands with a smile, "I think so too..."
Murong Xuan felt a chill run down his spine looking at her smile. His Highness, the Prince of Yan, must be having a tough time…
Returning to the Murong family
For the first time ever, Murong Xuan brought up marriage, wanting to marry Miss Kong. Murong Cheng and his wife were somewhat incredulous, yet also very happy.
Murong Xuan's distraught state yesterday startled them, but unexpectedly, good news arrived today.
"But our family is marrying above our station; the Kong family..."
"Don't worry, Second Aunt," Bai Chuxiao smiled slightly.
Murong Cheng also said in a deep voice, "Since that's the case, Madam should prepare the betrothal gifts properly. We should also show our sincerity and not mistreat the Kong family girl."
Auntie nodded with a smile, "Of course, Father and the others are coming back for Xiaoxiao's wedding, so it's a good opportunity to tell them this happy news."
With Murong Xuan's matter settled, Bai Chuxiao finally felt a great weight lifted from her shoulders and returned home in high spirits.
Of course, some people were in a bad mood. For example, Xie Shi was told by Bai Chuxiao to pay her respects every day, and that it wasn't a joke; she really had to go. But when she arrived, Bai Chuxiao wouldn't see her. She would just have her kowtow a few times outside and then send her back.
This was blatant humiliation. Xie stared at the gates of the Liuli Courtyard, resentment flashing in her eyes.
"What are you doing here, Aunt Xie?"
Upon hearing the voice, Xie immediately put on a smile, "Greetings, Princess."
Bai Chuxiao nodded.
Madam Xie smiled again, "Princess, Haoyun is taking the exam tomorrow, but he's not fully recovered yet... Miss Lanxin's medical skills are superb; I'd like to ask her to take a look."
Bai Chuxiao was somewhat surprised that Bai Haoyun insisted on taking the exam, and even more surprised that Xie Shi would entrust the people around her to treat Bai Haoyun.
However, she was also curious to see what Bai Haoyun could achieve in the exam, so she casually ordered, "Lanxin, give him the medicine," whether he took it or not was up to him.
Taking the medicine from Lanxin, Xie's face lit up with joy, "Princess Xie!"
Bai Chuxiao glanced at her indifferently. If she genuinely wanted the medicine, fine; but if she pulled any more tricks… then Xie Shi had no reason to live…
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