After a moment's hesitation, Shen Tangning suggested, "Why don't you investigate this matter first?"
Chi Yan had investigated for so long, and now that she had finally found a clue, the important thing was naturally the business at hand. She wasn't the type to make trouble unnecessarily.
His expression relaxed, and he reached out to tuck a strand of hair behind her ear, a slight smile playing on his lips: "There's no rush. Since we're already here, let's take a good look around together."
She didn't say anything, but a smile clearly flashed in her eyes.
Feng Zhiwen finally squeezed through the crowd, a fawning smile on his face: "Cousin and sister-in-law, I saw a temple over there, and lots of people are going in to pray. Why don't we go take a look?"
Chi Yan lowered his head and looked to Shen Tangning for her opinion. The latter pondered for a moment and then nodded.
The temple is not large, standing in a corner of the bustling city. With its flying eaves and brackets, red tiles and white walls, it looks ancient and solemn. Climbing up the steps, you can vaguely see the Buddha statues inside, which are shrouded in a sense of mystery amidst their majesty.
As Feng Zhiwen said, there are indeed many people who come here to pray and worship.
Shen Tangning lifted her skirt slightly and went up the steps, turning to Chi Yan with a smile: "Let's go in and take a look."
He gladly accompanied him.
Feng Zhiwen lagged a few steps behind, frowning as he looked around, a hint of anxiety creeping into his heart.
He bribed the stable boy at the Ningyuan Marquis's residence and got confirmation that Chi Jingyu would also be visiting the temple fair. He had almost finished walking through most of the street, but why was Chi Jingyu nowhere to be seen?
According to his guess, if the two really still had feelings for each other, they would definitely meet in secret behind his cousin's back at such a good opportunity!
Then he'll find an excuse to send his cousin away, and then launch a surprise attack to catch the two of them in the act!
He refused to believe it; the facts were right in front of him, and his cousin could still be fooled by Shen Tangning.
Feng Zhiwen's sharp eyes caught sight of something, and his eyes suddenly lit up:
They've arrived!
After Shen Tangning and Chi Yan finished their prayers, Feng Zhiwen greeted them with a smile: "Cousin, I have something I'd like to ask you for help with. Please come with me for a moment..."
Chi Yan raised an eyebrow: "What can't be said here?"
He grabbed her arm and pleaded, "Please come with me, it'll be quick!" As he spoke, he looked at Shen Tangning, "Sister-in-law, can I borrow my cousin for a little while? Just for a short time, I'll return him to you soon!"
Observing his expression, a glint of light flashed in Shen Tangning's eyes, and she casually curled her lips: "Sure."
Feng Zhiwen was overjoyed.
Chi Yan looked at her hesitantly, somewhat worried: "Are you sure you can manage here alone?"
She glanced to the side and said with a smile, "Yuan Zhao is here, so it's alright. I'll wait for you here."
Chi Yan was pulled along by Feng Zhiwen, and they walked away, looking back every few steps.
Shen Tangning stared in the direction the two had left, her eyes slowly narrowing.
...
Chi Jingyu didn't want to join in the fun, but Shen Xiwei had made several attempts to befriend him, only asking to accompany him to the temple fair. This request wasn't unreasonable, and he couldn't refuse her again and again.
Shen Xi glanced at his indifferent expression, her eyes flickered, and a sweet smile appeared on her face: "Yu Lang, how long has it been since we've had a proper outing like this?"
Chi Jingyu said calmly, "These days, official duties are very busy, so it's naturally not as leisurely as before."
Her smile froze for a moment, but she quickly regained her composure and said with a hint of reproach, "Well, you're all set for a day now, so you can't refuse again!"
Shen Xiwei glanced around subtly and spotted Shen Tangning standing on the steps. She paused slightly, her gaze deepening.
There were many people around, but she always attracted attention. Even if she did nothing but stand there quietly, she was a sight to behold.
Today, Shen Tangning wore a plum blossom and lotus patterned moon-flower dress. She stood with her head down under a tree, revealing a section of her slender, fair neck. She held a silk fan in her hand and gently shook it. The jade fan pendant hung down at her wrist, making her skin look dazzlingly white.
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