Le charme d'une femme puissante se répand à travers le monde - Chapitre 46
"The people you picked are just as good as everyone else, except for being a bit long-winded and annoying." He wrapped his arm tightly around my waist and whispered in my ear, "No matter what Qianqian hears in the future, don't take it seriously, don't overthink it, remember to protect yourself, and wait for me to come back to you."
"And these earrings, Yunfeng asked me to give them to you. He told you to wear them and not take them off." As he spoke, he picked me up, straightened my clothes, and put a pair of earrings on my ears. Suddenly, his expression changed, his eyes flashing with a dangerous aura and a hint of frantic anger. His voice was gentle enough to make one swoon, yet he spoke with an undeniable domineering authority, "If Qianqian wants to dance in those kinds of clothes in front of people again, I'll be happy to have Yefeng tie you up and bring you to me, so you can have the chance to show off to your heart's content."
Just as I was about to open my mouth to protest my innocence, I strangely saw the fox's face looming larger and larger before my eyes. Then, I felt a warmth on my lips, and I involuntarily closed my eyes. Unlike the previous light kiss, this time the fox's kiss was passionate and domineering, leaving me breathless.
My face flushed, my heart raced, and I gazed at the fox with hazy eyes. His eyes were as deep as a pool, drawing me in irresistibly. His fingers lightly traced my lips, sending a shiver through me as if electrified. His voice was so gentle it could melt hearts, and he said seductively, "Qianqian, one day, you will change out of this men's clothing in front of me. At that time, I will personally dress you in the phoenix coronet and wedding gown."
Before I could even grasp the meaning of the fox's words, I heard a commotion around me. Turning my head, I saw that, sure enough, besides Ye Feng, three more men in black had appeared out of nowhere. Ye Feng flashed to a spot not far in front of us, while the other three moved a little further away and stood in a row. A familiar white figure swiftly flew towards us. My heart skipped a beat—it was Tian Xilan!
"Stop!" I shouted, trying to break free from the fox's grip on me, but he only held me tighter.
Xi Lan and the fox shouldn't have a conflict at this time.
Whether Ye Feng listened to me or was mindful of my current relationship with Tian Xilan, he and the other three only prevented Tian Xilan from getting any closer to me and the fox, and did not make a move for the time being.
About twenty meters away from me and the fox, Tian Xilan finally stopped, looking at me anxiously. After seeing that I was safe, he seemed to relax with relief. In his hand was something that looked very much like a cabbage, except that the leaves were purple. He also seemed to carry the aura of ice and snow.
"Weimian, I've picked the snow lotus. We should return to the palace now." Xilan stopped approaching and stood there, looking in my direction. However, her gaze wasn't on me, but rather fixed on the dragon fox beside me. She smiled, her voice clear and gentle, as always.
Although I couldn't see what was in Xi Lan's eyes, I knew that he already knew who was beside me.
"Wei Mian?" The fox tightened its grip and whispered the same thing in my ear.
"Yeah, he's calling you. Do you want to go back with him?" I rolled my eyes at the fox as I spoke, trying to pry his hands off my waist.
At this point, everyone here knows what I should do. Even if I am reluctant to leave the fox, or the fox is worried about me, I can only smile and leave the fox to go back with Xi Lan.
The fox's hand remained motionless, yet it led me leisurely step by step toward Tian Xilan. When it reached the men in black, it extended its paw and waved it with a seemingly charming gesture, causing three of the men in black to vanish instantly, leaving only Ye Feng closely following in front.
"Big brother, let go, I should go back." I whispered to the fox, terrified that the two of them would start fighting. Of course, if they did, the fox would definitely have Night Wind do it for him.
The fox remained silent, only glancing lazily at Tian Xilan with his captivating peach blossom eyes. I stole a glance at Tian Xilan; he was also looking at the fox. One was dressed in flowing white robes, ethereal and otherworldly; the other wore a moon-colored robe, exuding elegance and nobility. The two sized each other up, clearly knowing who the other was, yet neither uttered a word. An indescribable, yet strangely palpable atmosphere filled the air.
"Weimian, let's go." After a long while, Tian Xilan finally spoke first, walking towards me naturally with a smile on her face and bright eyes. She reached out her hand to take mine.
The fox smiled, but his eyes narrowed slightly, revealing a deep gaze. He reached out and took my hand before I could, saying lazily, "Your elder brother is waiting for you to come home soon at the Wet Sleep Villa. The marriage I arranged for you at the beginning of the year is getting impatient, you know?"
After the fox finished speaking, he pinched my palm hard with his fingers out of pettiness. I glared at him angrily in pain, but he let go and turned to leave with the night wind.
Clouds Drunk, Moon Slightly Asleep (Revised Edition) Volume Two: Where Does the Vast Sky and Water Lead? The Strings of Music are Muffled, Yet Their Melancholy Remains (Part One)
Chapter word count: 3368 Update time: 08-12-21 16:25
The strings of a zither, each note a suppressed thought (Part 1)
I looked at the tall white horse with glossy coat and long mane with a mixture of timidity and longing. No further words are needed to describe its beauty; just one sentence can vividly portray its charm: "Horse of the Sky, Xilan!"
Actually, I didn't need to be afraid at all, because this horse, Tian Xilan, was just as gentle as the human Tian Xilan. When Xilan helped me onto the horse, it didn't show any resistance or dissatisfaction. However, my nervousness stemmed from my fear of riding a horse. I gripped the horse's mane tightly (Sorry, there were no reins), and I felt completely insecure until Tian Xilan sat steadily behind me, at which point I calmed down a little.
The white horse wasn't running very fast. Perhaps it was because there were two people riding on it, or perhaps Tian Xilan deliberately slowed it down. After the initial discomfort, I gradually got used to the rhythm and wasn't as afraid as I had been at the beginning. My thoughts slowly returned to normal.
"Xi Lan, I'm sorry." I looked down at the purple snow lotus, which resembled a cabbage, in my hand and apologized softly. I shouldn't have deceived Xi Lan first, and disregarded her worries afterward. Even if Xi Lan guessed the purpose of my departure from the palace today, it didn't mean she wouldn't worry after not seeing me on her way down the mountain. The person behind me is destined to owe me far too much.
"Do you like snow lotus?" Xi Lan asked instead of answering.
"Actually, I'm a little disappointed, hehe." I chuckled awkwardly. Xi Lan is always like this, not wanting me to feel guilty. "I thought the Tian Shan Snow Lotus would be crystal clear and exquisite, but I didn't expect it to be like this. At first glance, it looks a bit like a cabbage, hehe."
“Chinese cabbage?” Xi Lan repeated softly, finally unable to help but laugh out loud, “Being with Wei Mian always makes me happy.”
"What can I do? I'm just a fool. Watching others act foolishly always makes me happy, haha."
“If the mind is clear as a mirror, even if one occasionally acts foolishly, it's only because one doesn't want to face it or be troubled,” he said softly.
I was startled. Did Xilan really see through me so clearly? Or perhaps we are actually somewhat similar. When faced with problems, I instinctively pretend to be confused to avoid trouble and live a more relaxed and happy life. And Xilan, would she instinctively show that gentle and calm smile, then find solace in nature and escape from those problems she doesn't want to face or can't solve for the time being?
A moment of silence followed, and the horses continued to carry us forward. I pondered the words and actions of the fox and Xilan today, and considered how to get King Tianqing to revise the alliance agreement as soon as possible after returning to the palace.
"The army is about to set off, and today Fourth Brother will request permission to lead the army into battle at the morning court."
"What?" I exclaimed in shock, nearly falling off my horse. I said urgently, "Xi Lan, let's hurry back to the palace."
He helped me sit up and quickly comforted me, saying, "Weimian, don't worry, Father won't agree."
"How did Xi Lan know?" My heart was still uneasy. If it really was the Fourth Prince leading the army, I was afraid that things would change in the end. Even if the King of Tianqing anticipated the Fourth Prince's ambition and wanted Xi Lan to succeed to the throne, it would be difficult for him to refuse outright in the court.
"Weimian doesn't believe me?"
"I believe you!" I quickly replied, finally feeling a little relieved. Why did I always doubt someone who wholeheartedly helped me and had never hurt me? Xi Lan was like my protective umbrella in the Azure Palace, yet I always unintentionally hurt him time and time again.
"Later, I will go to see Father Emperor with Wei Mian."
Before seeking an audience with the Azure King, one must first return to Zhilan Palace to change clothes. Upon arriving at Xilan Palace, I found Yu Fu still kneeling on the ground, her face deathly pale, seemingly on the verge of fainting. She was neither Cui'er, nor Hong'er, nor even Zisu. I am not one to be overly compassionate, but I could not bear to see her wasting her time here, so I asked helplessly, "What are you doing?"
"Your Highness, Consort Rong instructed me early this morning to invite you to the banquet. I failed to do my duty and dare not return to report." Her voice was already somewhat hoarse, and after speaking, she kowtowed again.
"The appointed time has passed. Even if you're afraid of Consort Rong's scolding, you should go back now," I said coldly. Why should I rush over like a lamb just because Consort Rong invites me?
"Your Highness, Consort Rong knows that Your Highness is busy during the day, so she has specially changed the banquet time to the hour of You (5-7 PM)," she replied in a low voice.
"So you'll kneel here, and if I don't agree, you'll keep kneeling until I do?" I suppressed my anger and asked with exceptional gentleness.
"Princess, please forgive me! I dare not!" She hurriedly kowtowed and apologized.
"Go ahead as you please. If you insist on kneeling, then kneel outside Xilan Palace." After I finished speaking, I ignored her and walked straight towards Zhilan Palace.
This little Yu Fu is so presumptuous, she even threatened me by kneeling down as if she wanted me to attend the banquet. If it weren't for Consort Rong's permission, how could a mere palace maid dare to do such a thing! So why did Consort Rong insist that I attend the banquet she arranged?