He was indeed a little hungry.
Eight-Liang, baring his big teeth, waved at the two of them: "Hey, what's this? Come on, eat it while it's hot!"
"..." Chi Yan glanced at him coolly, grinding his teeth. This traitor, he's actually quite enthusiastic about him?
Shen Tangning was unaware that Liu Yifu was also there. The dishes prepared were all Chi Yan's favorites. As soon as the food box was opened, the aroma of the food wafted out, instantly healing his slightly annoyed mood.
Chi Yan likes spicy food, and the spicy flavor makes him even more hungry. However, too much spiciness is bad for the stomach, so Shen Tangning only lets him indulge occasionally.
Liu Yifu noticed the plate was full of chili peppers, hesitated for a moment, but still picked up his chopsticks.
The spicy aroma spread across his tongue, his cheeks flushed instantly, and he stared wide-eyed in a daze.
Chi Yan was enjoying his meal when he turned around and saw Liu Yifu's face flushed, his forehead beaded with sweat, his eyes red, and his gaze somewhat vacant.
He stared at him in surprise: "You can't eat spicy food?"
Liu Yifu's lips were a little numb, but he still forced a smile: "...Yes, I can."
Chi Yan looked suspicious: Does this look like someone who can eat spicy food?
Could it be that the spiciness has made him stupid?
He felt a pang of sympathy and pushed the soup in front of him, saying in a complicated tone, "Drink more soup."
He didn't say a word about not being able to eat spicy food, and he endured it for so long, which made him feel a little sorry for him.
After finishing their meal, Ba Liang packed up his things and left, while the two continued with their work.
A short while later, another person arrived.
The wooden wheelchair rolled across the ground. A palace servant looked up and his eyes widened in surprise. He quickly went to greet the prince, saying, "Your Highness, what brings you here?"
Yan Jue smiled warmly and said, "I've come to borrow a few books."
The palace servant hesitated, looking somewhat embarrassed. Seeing this, his eyes flickered slightly, and he asked in a good-natured manner, "What's wrong? Is it inconvenient right now?"
The palace servant could only tell the truth: "Lord Chi and Lord Liu are inside. They said they need to look up some things and won't let anyone in for the time being."
Yan Jue's eyes shone with a gentle light as she slowly smiled and said, "It's alright, I'll come again another day."
No sooner had the words left his mouth than a voice rang out, carrying a hint of casual mockery: "I said that unauthorized personnel are not allowed to enter. How can Your Highness be considered an unauthorized person?"
Chi Yan emerged from the pavilion with a carefree smile on his lips. He glanced at the palace servant and teased, "You little eunuch, you almost got me into trouble! If His Highness goes to His Majesty to complain about me, I'll have to hold you accountable!"
He heard the noise from inside and came out to check, only to overhear this conversation.
The palace maid lowered her head sheepishly.
Yan Jue's gaze fell on Chi Yan, who bowed and said, "This humble subject greets the Fourth Prince."
“Lord Chi, there’s no need for such formalities.” Yan Jue gestured for him to rise, a faint smile playing on her lips. “I’ve been looking to borrow a few books since I’m free. If it’s not convenient now, we can do it another day.”
“What’s inconvenient about it?” Chi Yan readily stepped aside and gestured for him to come in. “Your Highness, please come in.”
Yan Jue stared at him for a few moments with her light, glassy eyes, then coughed lightly, covering her mouth, and said, "Then I'll trouble you."
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