Chen Xiao was unaware that someone had already been reincarnated as a jealous person, and was still pondering how to get along with Zhao Cheyu.
Because she has no memory of the past, she doesn't know how good her relationship with Zhao Cheyu was before, nor does she know exactly how good their relationship was.
She found this very strange, because Zhao Cheyu had always acted as if he didn't know her well, not only during the selection process but also during that brief meal at Zhaoyang Palace. It was clear that Zhao Cheyu and she were not familiar with each other.
Could it be that Zhao Cheyu has also lost his memory?
Is it really that much of a coincidence? But if it's not amnesia, then Zhao Cheyu's strange behavior can't be explained, right?
Chen Xiao was deep in thought, while the others remained silent in the somber atmosphere.
Only Yuan Yin asked curiously, "Xiao Xiao, if you're taking Consort Zhao to Xunyang, will you be taking Consort Chen with you?"
This question drew everyone's attention to Chen Xiao. Chen Xiao snapped out of her daze and exclaimed, "Ah!" expressing her confusion, "Why bring Consort Chen along?"
“Isn’t Consort Chen the only son of the Prefect of Xunyang? I thought you were going to take her with you because of this.” Yuan Yin’s words made everyone turn to look at her, and then they heard Chen Xiao’s silent reply: “That’s right, then I’ll ask him when I get back to the palace.”
Tonight...I'll go ask them in person...but there are too many factors involved, they're afraid to speak!
Upon hearing Chen Xiao's meaning, Yuan Yin also fell silent for a moment. It seemed she had originally intended to help Xu Ruyu, but unexpectedly, she had made things worse...
Xu Ruyan was unaware of Yuan Yin's frustration, only wondering: Wasn't Yuan Yin on very good terms with her brother, and did she know his intentions towards His Majesty? Why did she suddenly start to do more harm than good? But Yuan Yin must have her reasons for doing this!
Upon hearing this, Xu Qian felt he couldn't listen any longer, or the scene from years ago would be replayed. After thinking for a moment, he told Zhao Siyuan about the matter, "Your Majesty, it's getting late. Why don't you stay at the manor for a meal before returning? Lord Zhao will be here soon, and we can discuss Cheyu's matter."
Chen Xiao had not originally planned to stay for dinner at the Prime Minister's residence, but he couldn't resist Xu Qian's invitation. In addition, Xu Qian used Zhao Siyuan and Zhao Cheyu as his names. Chen Xiao was very curious about Zhao Siyuan and Zhao Cheyu, so he had no choice but to stay.
So she agreed, and Xu Qian, seeing this, said he would go and inform Zhao Siyuan, and left.
Chen Xiao nodded, but in his heart he was thinking: How should he face Zhao Siyuan later without giving himself away?
Xu Ruyan, who considered herself his brother's "capable" assistant, quickly used the excuse of having something to do to pull away the bewildered Yuan Yin.
Chen Xiao was forced to stop thinking and started watching the drama unfold, laughing as Xu Ruyan pulled Yuan Yin away by her sleeve.
Seeing Yuan Yin being pulled away, Qi Yanyun was worried but unable to stop her, so she pulled Xi Xi away as well.
Xi Xi had been quietly eating her snacks, not paying any attention to what they were saying. Suddenly, the handsome guy picked her up and she nestled in his arms. She was completely stunned. What happened?!
Chen Xiao was also surprised for a moment. Putting aside why Qi Yanyun would take Xixi away, the way he did it? What's going on? Is he holding a baby?!
However, upon realizing that Xixi was indeed still 'young,' she immediately understood. But looking at Xixi on Qi Yanyun's shoulder, her face flushed, she pouted in disdain and muttered under her breath, "She's really forgotten about me now that she's with a handsome man!"
The two of them naturally didn't hear this, because Qi Yanyun was already almost at the door, while Xixi was still dizzy in his arms.
Therefore, only Xu Ruyu, who was the only one left on the field, heard these words.
When Xu Ruyu saw her father leave, she sensed something was wrong. Her father had always preferred to avoid Lord Zhao. Besides, he had visited the Zhao residence once before and declared upon his return that he would never go there again.
Why would I personally go and inform her about such a trivial matter?
Then, his good younger brother, disregarding etiquette, pulled Princess Yuanyin away in front of so many people.
Considering the relationship between the two and Xu Ruyan's character, he knew Xu Ruyan would never do anything improper, so he couldn't say anything. He could only watch the two leave in silence, silently making a fuss about his good younger brother.
Qi Yanyun's action of carrying Xixi away made him understand something, but he was also somewhat at a loss.
So when he heard Chen Xiao say that, he replied, "It's okay, I'm here."
After he finished speaking, he realized that it was somewhat inappropriate, but since he had already said it, there was no reason to take it back. He could only pretend to be calm and look at Chen Xiao.
Chen Xiao was taken aback when Xu Ruyu responded in that way. Remembering her previous good relationship with Xu Ruyu, although she didn't remember it now, she still tentatively replied, "That's good?"
Unexpectedly, Xu Ruyu laughed upon hearing this, and that dazzling smile captivated Chen Xiao's heart.
She quickly contacted Xixi in her mind, "Hey, are you sure Xu Ruyu and I were just good friends before, right?"
At this moment, Xixi was shopping on the street. After Qi Yanyun carried her out, they ran into Xu Ruyan and Yuan Yin, who were standing dumbfounded at the gate. So the four of them went shopping together. But it was more like the three of them took Xixi to buy things to eat.
Just as Xixi was enjoying her meal, she heard her host's slightly anxious question. She thought for a moment, confirming that the two were just good friends, before replying, "Yes, you two were just good friends before. What happened? Did he say something to you?"
Chen Xiao breathed a sigh of relief upon receiving this answer, but then she immediately recalled her previous interactions with Xu Ruyu: during their 'bedtime', in the secret chamber, during meals...
She acted as if she didn't know Xu Ruyu before, and actually regarded him as a concubine.
At the beginning of her affair with Xu Ruyu, she tried to appear calm, and then there was the scene of her pulling at Xu Ruyu's robe, Xu Ruyu undressing her, and the two even sleeping in the same bed... In the secret chamber, Xu Ruyu even pledged his loyalty, and she even teased him a bit...
The thought that she actually knew Xu Ruyu before, and that they had a good relationship, made her feel a little overwhelmed. It was so embarrassing!
Seeing that Chen Xiao had been silent for a long time and was deep in thought, Xu Ruyu seemed to sense Chen Xiao's emotions and asked with concern, "Lord Zhao and the Emperor Emeritus are close and often visit the palace. She likes you very much, so you also have a good relationship with her. Sometimes the Emperor Emeritus will take you to the Zhao residence. If she and Lord Zhao have something to do, she will leave you and Consort Zhao at the residence, so you also have a good relationship with Consort Zhao."
Xu Ruyu sensed Chen Xiao's true emotions; he probably didn't know how to face him. However, he couldn't bring it up directly, so he repeated Zhao Siyuan's situation again, subtly conveying to Chen Xiao that he actually knew about Chen Xiao's situation.
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