"I can't say for sure how good the food is without tasting it, but their tea is definitely excellent," Murong Jing said calmly, pretending not to notice Hong Xiaoduo's surprised expression.
Hong Xiaoduo stared at Brother Quan, who had already picked up his teacup, and asked him with her eyes, "What's going on?" "Huh?"
I was sitting perfectly fine, how did they suddenly change my seat without me even noticing?
Hong Xiaoduo was certain that it was definitely not Brother Quan who took the initiative to switch seats with this guy, but at the same time, she couldn't understand why someone as straightforward as Mu Rongjing would switch seats to her side in front of so many people.
Quan Jinghuai shifted his gaze to look at his disciples who were ordering food.
Just a moment ago, he couldn't believe that Prince Mu would ask him to switch places in a consultative tone, and he really couldn't refuse.
She wasn't against this prince to begin with, and besides, he rushed over immediately after learning about the war. Given how much he cared for Xiaoduo, she naturally wanted to help him if she could.
As for whether this prince will eventually win Xiao Duo's heart, that depends on his own fate and abilities.
"Young Master, this will cause misunderstandings among others," Hong Xiaoduo said helplessly in a low voice.
"Oh, what misunderstanding?" Murong Jing asked in a low voice, feigning ignorance.
Hong Xiaoduo glanced around at the people, who seemed to be focused on ordering food, and then patiently replied, "Your Highness has misunderstood and thinks you're interested in me? Aren't you afraid people will say you're frivolous?"
Hearing her say that, Mu Rongjing suppressed a laugh, met her gaze, and said in a low, slow voice, "I have always been interested in you. Besides, neither of us is married and we have no engagement. How can my feelings for you be considered frivolous?"
"The pheasants cry 'guan guan' on the river islet; a fair maiden is the object of a gentleman's affections. Xiaoduo, haven't you heard of that?"
"Your Highness, you can't joke like that." Hong Xiaoduo became more and more flustered as she listened, but she forced herself to remain calm.
Mu Rongjing said in a deep voice, "I, Mu Rongjing, am not joking with you, Xiaoduo. Otherwise, why don't you come with me to another place and we can talk alone? Or, can we talk after we've had some drinks?"
Upon arriving here, Hong Xiaoduo finally realized the seriousness of the situation.
Turning to Dong Yuefan on the other side, he said, "Brother Dong, shall we switch seats? It will be easier for you and the young master to have a drink and clink glasses later."
Upon hearing this, Dong Yuefan leaned back and glanced at Mu Rongjing, just in time to see him clasp his hands in a fist and shake his head at her.
"Him? We don't see eye to eye, so I'm not going to clink glasses with him," Dong Yuefan refused.
As soon as he finished speaking, he saw Mu Rongjing show a grateful expression to him.
Hmph, if it weren't for the sake of Xiaoduo finding a good home, I wouldn't bother with you at all.
"Ziming, let's switch seats so you can take better care of your young master," Hong Xiaoduo continued, looking for someone.
Upon hearing this, Zi Ming glanced at his master and shook his head vigorously, saying, "My young master never needs our care."
Hong Xiaoduo realized that there was no way she could switch seats at this table.
Just as she glanced at Tian Shu's table, before she could even speak, the young master beside her spoke up again: "What's wrong, is the fearless Miss Hong so afraid of me?"
Hong Xiaoduo knew he was using reverse psychology, but her stubbornness kicked in. She suppressed her inner panic, put on a smile, and said softly, "Your Highness, you're not a tiger. Why would I be afraid of you?"
However, there's something I need to tell you beforehand, Your Highness: don't try to provoke me on a whim. I'm not someone you can easily mess with. Before I take it seriously, Your Highness, you'd better give up now. Otherwise…”
"Otherwise what? Xiaoduo, the dishes don't look like they'll be served for a while. Do you dare come next door to chat with me? Otherwise, if I talk to you after we've had some drinks, you'll say I was just talking nonsense and you don't take it to heart." A strong voice in Mu Rongjing's mind reminded him to hurry up and say what was on his mind, right now, otherwise things might change, and he would regret it for the rest of his life if he missed the chance.
Hong Xiaoduo stared straight at him, hesitated for a moment, then nodded, got up and walked out. Mu Rongjing immediately got up and followed her out.
Neither of them saw what was behind them; except for the youngest, Yao Guang, they both seemed to want to follow and eavesdrop.
"Oh, where did Mother and the young master go?" Yao Guang got up to follow them out.
Yuheng quickly stopped her: "Mother and the young master should go check the shrimp and crabs at the restaurant to see if they are really fresh. They are very expensive, and we can't let them try to fool us with dead ones."
Upon hearing this, Boss Tong, who was standing to the side, felt somewhat helpless. He thought to himself, "Little girl, if you want to deceive this little sister, can't you come up with another reason or excuse?"
It's inappropriate to say such things in front of me, the owner of this restaurant, even if it's just to fool a child!
"Oh, is that so? Then I'd like to see how they keep live shrimp and crabs at their restaurant. Didn't Mother say before that seafood is hard to keep alive?" Yao Guang was even more eager to see it after hearing that.
"Young lady, we have a Persian cat that can play with embroidered balls. Would you like to take a look?" Boss Tong quickly spoke up, afraid that the children might bring up some other unpleasant excuses.
A Persian cat? And it can even step on a hydrangea?
Upon hearing this, Yao Guang immediately nodded in agreement, instantly forgetting about her mission to find Hong Xiaoduo and Prince Mu.
Hong Xiaoduo, fearing that Mu Rongjing might say something to her that everyone might overhear, simply went to the private room two doors down.
Fortunately, they were the only customers at the restaurant today, so it was convenient for them to find a safe place to talk.
"Alright, Young Master, tell me what's wrong? What's making you act so strangely? Is it because the Princess is pressuring you to get married too much?" Hong Xiaoduo said, her back to the person who followed her in.
Upon hearing this, Mu Rongjing smiled gently and said, "I just wanted to tell you, to let you know, so that I wouldn't regret it for the rest of my life. How can you say that's abnormal?"
Xiaoduo, just stand there, don't turn around yet. I'm not afraid to tell you, but I'm actually quite nervous right now. I can't really explain when it started, but I do have feelings for you.
It wasn't until recently that I learned, confirmed, and understood my feelings for you.
Xiaoduo, I like you. It's the kind of liking a man has for a woman, not the kind of mutual admiration. I want to marry you and grow old with you.
I know you have a free and easy personality, and the husband you are going to marry doesn't value family background or social status.
Xiao Duo, do you know how panicked, scared, and annoyed I was when I rushed over and found out you had suddenly disappeared in the city? Luckily, you're safe and sound. Xiao Duo, you're so skilled; I couldn't even find a chance to be a hero and save you.
The reason I'm telling you this in such a hurry is not to force you to do anything; I just simply want you to know.
I understand that you have no plans to get married. Although I don't know the specific reasons, I want to tell you that now that you know how I feel about you, if you change your mind and want to get married in the future, could you consider me first...?
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