The one who delivered the food was no one else but the one who had teased Han Yunxi a few days ago, Gu!
He was still dressed in an incomparably high-profile and luxurious floor-length red robe. Even if he was carrying a plate of dishes, he still gave off a feeling of absolute beauty, nobility, and magnificence. His long and narrow black eyes were evil and hedonistic, bewitching, and he always had a smile that was not a smile, as if he had never known what worry was.
Han Yunxi suddenly stood up and slapped the table, "Why is it you?"
Gu revealed a very happy smile, "It's rare for the princess consort to come to this small store, this small store is truly honoured. As the owner, this one naturally has to personally serve you."
He walked over and elegantly placed down the plates of food, ignoring Han Yunxi's shock.
Heavenly Fragrance Teahouse, Tender Fragrance Teahouse … … This fellow was rich and had properties all over the world. Why didn't she think of this?
He really was a ghost that wouldn't go away!
With Gu Beiyue here, Han Yunxi didn't want to waste time talking to this fellow. She calmly sat down and naturally accepted the service of this great owner.
A complicated look flashed in Gu Beiyue's eyes, but he was very tactful and didn't say anything.
When Gu placed down the last plate of food, Han Yunxi arrogantly and elegantly waved her hand, "There's nothing else for you to do, so you can leave."
Gu Qishao smiled as he purposely walked around Gu Beiyue to Han Yunxi's side. Putting on the air of a professional, he said, "Esteemed wangfei, you've ordered all of the shop's signature snacks. Every single one of them has been thoroughly researched from the selection of ingredients, preparation, and processing. Take your time to taste and I'll explain everything to you."
As he spoke, he took the initiative to pick up a piece of osmanthus cake and placed it in Han Yunxi's plate.
Han Yunxi looked at it and then slowly picked up the plate and poured it away!
"Do you believe that if you don't leave, this princess will close your store?"
Who would have thought that Gu would not be angry. He elegantly lifted his robe and sat down, "Of course I believe. If the princess consort likes this one's things, then they will all be yours."
Tsk tsk, what a master at using flowery words!
Han Yunxi put on a fake smile and suddenly raised her hand to sprinkle poisonous powder on Gu's face. However, Gu deliberately took a deep breath and disapproved of her poison.
Well, this little trick of poisoning might be effective on the street hooligans, but it was completely ineffective on Gu, a shrewd hooligan.
Han Yunxi once again recalled what Madam Li had said before she died. Those who were good at detoxification were even better at poisoning. Those words were simply framing her!
She was really not good at poisoning, especially when it was invisible!
Han Yunxi narrowed her eyes, looking dangerous. Seeing her like this, Gu liked her more and more. In fact, he just happened to pass by and saw Han Yunxi by chance. He didn't really want to pester her. He was not an idle person.
"Alright, alright. Poison lass, just treat me to a meal as repayment for saving your life," Gu Qishao turned serious.
However, when this guy was serious, he was still not serious no matter how one looked at him.
"Is it so easy to repay your life saving grace? Just a meal and we'll be done with it? "Han Yunxi couldn't wait to get rid of this guy.
Gu pondered for a long time before he said with a serious face, "If you want to repay me with your body, that's also possible."
As soon as his voice fell, Han Yunxi raised her hand to slap him. At the same time, Gu Beiyue fiercely slammed the table, "Impudent!"
Gu grabbed Han Yunxi's hand. His narrow eyes slightly narrowed as he arrogantly glanced at Gu Beiyue. Gu Beiyue's killing intent surged. This guy looked like he was all smiles, but he was not simple at all!
In a moment, the atmosphere became tense.
However, Gu Beiyue was not afraid. He stood up and said in a Cold voice, "This young master, please let go of the Princess Consort's hand immediately!"
Han Yunxi did not expect that the gentle Gu Beiyue would have such a fierce side. She recovered her senses and suddenly broke free from Gu's hand. She also stood up, "Imperial Physician Gu, let's go!"
Han Yunxi wanted to summon the authorities and charge this guy with harassment. At the same time, she could also close his shop. He had many shops, so she didn't mind closing every one she saw. However, Gu Beiyue was also present this time. Although there was nothing wrong with meeting in private, it was still against the rules. She was not afraid of being criticized, but she couldn't implicate Gu Beiyue!
If Gu made a big deal out of this, what would Gu Beiyue do?
Han Yunxi walked very quickly. Gu Beiyue hurried to keep up, but they hadn't gone far when they bumped into Long Fei Ye and Duanmu Yao walking over.
This …
What a small world!
Han Yunxi stopped abruptly. This time, Long Fei Ye also stopped. He glanced at Gu Beiyue, a trace of surprise flashing in his eyes.
Han Yunxi glanced at Duanmu Yao. Were they here to eat? His Highness Duke of Qin sure had a lot of free time to accompany Duanmu Yao for an entire day!
Duanmu Yao looked at Han Yunxi, then at the white-robed Gu Beiyue next to her. She didn't know Gu Beiyue, but she felt that this man was extraordinarily handsome and as gentle as jade. He was a perfect match for Han Yunxi.
Gu Beiyue, on the other hand, recognized Duanmu Yao. He was puzzled. Why would His Highness Duke of Qin come to a teahouse with Princess Rongle?
Thus, the four of them fell silent, each with their own thoughts.
Han Yunxi and Long Fei Ye's eyes met. One's eyes were silent, while the other's were frighteningly deep.
In this moment of silence, Gu walked out of the room with a devilish smile. "Aiya, what wind is blowing over here today? Even the Qin …"
Unexpectedly, before he could finish speaking, Han Yunxi suddenly turned around with a smile. "Gu, didn't we say we were going to eat together? Let's go in! "
As she spoke, she dragged Gu Beiyue along. "Imperial Physician Gu, let's go together. I've troubled you several times, but I haven't had a chance to thank you yet!"
What … what was going on?
Gu didn't understand, and Gu Beiyue didn't even have the time to react before Han Yunxi pulled the two of them into a private room.
Han Yunxi turned around after entering the room. She didn't spare Long Fei Ye another glance before slamming the door shut without hesitation.
As soon as the door closed, she leaned against it and took several deep breaths. This time, she'd managed to dump Long Fei Ye before he could dump her. This feeling was amazing!
Gu and Gu Beiyue, who'd been pushed in by her, looked at each other in dismay. They sized up this woman suspiciously.
What was she doing?
Why did she need to take deep breaths just to close the door like a battle?
"Esteemed Wangfei, this isn't appropriate. His Highness, he …" Gu Beiyue was a bit uneasy.
"His Highness is very busy, so let's not disturb him any longer. Let's eat … come come come, let's all eat."
Han Yunxi acted out of character and began to move her chopsticks carelessly. Gu Beiyue's brows furrowed even more as he watched. Meanwhile, Gu rubbed his chin playfully, as if he'd understood something. He smiled and sat down. "Poison lass, that person just now was Western Zhou's Princess Rongle, right?"
Han Yunxi's chopsticks paused for a moment before she nodded. "Mm."
"I heard that Western Zhou's emperor has plans for Princess Rongle to marry into Tianning Country. It looks like Princess Rongle is here to find the prince consort this time," Gu teased.
This time, Han Yunxi even paused in her chewing, but she quickly resumed chewing in large bites. As she ate, she said, "It's a marriage for peace, not for a groom. There's no use in finding a groom. It's not up to her to decide who she marries."
"This is the princess of the first wife, the younger sister of Western Zhou's crown prince. If she's going to marry into Tianning, there's no way she'll be able to escape the selection."
Gu's scorching gaze was fixed on Han Yunxi's small, moving mouth. Even the way this woman ate was different from other women. The more he looked at her, the more he liked her.
When would the Long Fei Ye divorce her? How about he just let her divorce the Long Fei Ye?
Han Yunxi really didn't know much about the marriage for peace. She feigned indifference as she asked, "Who are the candidates?"
At this moment, Gu Beiyue had also sat down on one side and was seriously sizing up Gu. He didn't interrupt the conversation. What's the relationship between esteemed wangfei and this guy? From the looks of it, they don't seem to be bad friends.
"The crown prince, the young general, and …" Gu purposely paused before continuing, "the Duke of Qin."
Han Yunxi gave Gu a deep look and chuckled. She abruptly stopped the topic. "Eat."
As she spoke, she glanced at Gu Beiyue. "Imperial Physician Gu, there's no need to stand on ceremony. Let's eat."
Duanmu Yao was going to marry the Long Fei Ye. She was the princess of the first wife, not Lady Xu. How could she be willing to be a concubine?
It looked like Duanmu Yao had a high chance of marrying the crown prince. She was destined to call Long Fei Ye Imperial Uncle and call Gu Beiyue Imperial Aunt.
Thinking of this, Han Yunxi's bad mood suddenly vanished like smoke in thin air.
She picked up a sparkling and translucent chestnut cake and admired it with interest. Unexpectedly, Gu muttered to himself, "I've heard that this princess is well-versed in literature, martial arts, and looks. She's extremely ambitious. I'm sure she won't look at anyone other than the Duke of Qin. It's very likely that the Duke of Qin's estate will have two main consorts."
Two main consorts? Why didn't Han Yunxi think of this? After all, even the empress had appeared in the East and West Palaces, what more a princess consort? It was said that although the East and West Palaces and the Left and Right Palaces were both main consorts, there was still a hierarchy between them.
This time, Han Yunxi's hands and mouth completely froze.
A complicated look flitted across Gu's eyes, but he still teased in a probing tone, "Come, come, esteemed wangfei. This chestnut cake should be dipped in vinegar. It's flavorful!"
How could Han Yunxi not understand Gu's meaning? She only smiled faintly and didn't say anything else.
What did it have to do with her whether he married or she married?
She was only angry because he didn't keep his promise.
Han Yunxi ignored Gu's probing. She hadn't eaten much before she lost her appetite and rose to her feet. "You guys enjoy your meal," she said. "I'll be leaving first."
She opened the door and saw that Long Fei Ye and Duanmu Yao hadn't entered their private room, but were sitting in the middle of the main hall, closest to her private room.
Long Fei Ye's naturally cold eyes grew even colder, but Han Yunxi only glanced at him briefly before looking straight ahead and leaving with large strides. Her back was stubborn and lonely.
Long Fei Ye's gaze followed her down the stairs, his eyes cold and complicated beyond comprehension.
Duanmu Yao saw it all and couldn't accept it. "Senior brother, let's eat. The food's getting cold."
There was clearly a private room, but senior brother insisted on sitting here. After sitting for so long, he hadn't touched a single bite of the food on the table. Although he'd been ordered by Emperor Tianhui to accompany her and act as a host, he'd been taciturn and cold the entire way.
She'd long gotten used to his cold personality, but he'd grown even more taciturn after meeting Han Yunxi at noon.
Was it that woman who'd disturbed his heart?
She'd already asked around last time at the Medicine Ghost Valley. Senior brother hadn't protected her, but wanted the Life Blood Pill as well. But what about this time?
It wasn't clear whether Long Fei Ye heard Duanmu Yao's words, but he didn't touch his chopsticks. He only drank a mouthful of hot tea before speaking. "The driver is waiting by the door. You can go back by yourself later."
"Senior brother, I heard that the night market in Tianning's capital city's Huai Hua Alley …"
Before Duanmu Yao could finish, Long Fei Ye rose to leave. In a flash, Duanmu Yao's delicate features turned malevolent.
Han Yunxi. It was because of Han Yunxi again. This enmity was set in stone!
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