Duanmu Yao really came to pay a visit?
Everyone in the city knew that Marquis Pingbei's estate had come to the Duke of Qin's estate for the betrothal. Wasn't it inappropriate for Duanmu Yao to choose this day to pay a visit?
But she'd come at the right time. The betrothal guests had all left before she came to visit.
Han Yunxi couldn't help but suspect that this woman had predicted that Long Fei Ye would be at the estate and picked a good time to come. But did she really have to go to this extent just to see her senior brother?
"Aiya, Yao Yao, that girl's finally here!"
Grand Concubine Yi, who hadn't smiled since last night, finally revealed a smile. Her 'Yao Yao' was proof of her close relationship with Duanmu Yao.
Han Yunxi couldn't help but think that if Duanmu Yao married into the Duke of Qin's estate, they'd be a perfect match for each other.
What kind of scene would it be on the day of the wedding? It'd probably be twice as grand as the one at Marquis Pingbei's estate today. Grand Concubine Yi and Long Fei Ye would definitely be waiting at the gates early to welcome them.
Even if she'd wracked her brains to think of ways to mend relations with Grand Concubine Yi, Duanmu Yao's arrival could easily ruin everything. Grand Concubine Yi liked a daughter-in-law who made her proud.
When she recalled the scene when she'd first entered the gates, bitterness rose in her heart.
Before Grand Concubine Yi could speak, Long Fei Ye waved a hand to signal Gui mama to invite her inside.
Han Yunxi glanced at him before silently turning to leave. You could call her a coward, but she didn't like places like this. She only wanted a place, not anything to fight for.
But before she could slip out the door, Grand Concubine Yi called her back. "Yunxi, where are you going?"
"Chenqie suddenly felt a little dizzy and wanted to go back and rest," Han Yunxi didn't even want to look back as she found an excuse.
Long Fei Ye suddenly spoke up. "Since you have a headache, go rest so you won't be impolite."
Impolite?
Han Yunxi gave a start before smiling. He didn't want her to receive Duanmu Yao as the mistress of the house, did he?
There was no need for him to worry. She still had self-awareness and would not speak carelessly.
Grand Concubine Yi said seriously, "Yao Yao isn't an outsider, so there's nothing to be rude about. Moreover, they'll be a family in the future, so we should get to know each other better."
As soon as he said that, Han Yunxi felt as if she had been hit hard by something. Her head was in a daze, and she really couldn't come back to her senses.
Could it be that Duanmu Yao's marriage alliance with the Duke of Qin wasn't just a rumor? Had Grand Concubine Yi tacitly agreed to it?
Han Yunxi finally turned around and looked at Long Fei Ye. At this time, Long Fei Ye was also looking at her, but he only glanced at her once before moving away.
Long Fei Ye didn't react to Grand Concubine Yi's words.
"Yunxi, come here," Grand Concubine Yi beckoned with a hand. Han Yunxi could only walk over and sit by her side.
"Permitted. Yao Yao is Feiye's junior sister and is famous for her talents. You'll have plenty of chances to interact in the future, so you should learn from her," Grand Concubine Yi instructed.
Han Yunxi smiled coldly in her heart. Grand Concubine Yi had spent an entire day and night on Murong Wanru's affairs. She probably didn't know anything else about the Plum Blossom Meet yet, but she wanted her to learn from a defeated opponent?
She laughed in her heart without explaining a thing.
She knew that Grand Concubine Yi liked Duanmu Yao not because of her talents, but because of her illustrious birth.
Western Zhou's princess of the first wife and Tianshan Kenzō's genius female disciple, a daughter-in-law like this would bring her a lot of glory. From now on, no one would say that the Duke of Qin had married a commoner or a good-for-nothing.
After finally settling that white lotus Murong Wanru, she never expected Duanmu Yao to show up right after.
She didn't fight for it, but would others allow her to have a place in the estate? Would they allow her to claim half of the title of Duke of Qin's official consort?
Very soon, Duanmu Yao arrived by herself. Gui mama respectfully followed behind her, carrying three heavy gifts. Those who didn't know better might even think that Gui mama was one of Duanmu Yao's servants.
Today, Duanmu Yao was dressed in a snow-white robe, the edges of which were dotted with red flowers. She was already pure and untainted, looking like a celestial immortal. The addition of her white robes made her seem even more ethereal.
She strode in and immediately curtsied to Grand Concubine Yi with a slight smile. "Ten thousand blessings to esteemed imperial concubine."
"Dispense with the formalities, dispense with the formalities. Come come come, let me take a good look. It's been years since we've seen each other," Grand Concubine Yi's heart was swept away. It was clear to see how much she liked Duanmu Yao.
Duanmu Yao walked over without sparing Han Yunxi a glance as she squeezed herself between her and Grand Concubine Yi. The main seat could fit two people at most, so Han Yunxi was about to move aside when Grand Concubine Yi said, "Yunxi, you sit on the side."
Han Yunxi silently rolled her eyes. She wanted to leave, all right?
Han Yunxi's eyes flashed with a smug smile as she asked, "Senior brother, last time I told you to send my greetings to esteemed imperial concubine. You haven't forgotten, have you?"
"I forgot," Long Fei Ye replied simply.
"You've always been like this since you were young!" Duanmu Yao looked askance at him before explaining to Grand Concubine Yi. "Esteemed imperial concubine, Yao Yao wanted to pay respects as soon as she reached the capital, but I was delayed by matters until today. Yao Yao came back this time especially to give you something good! "
As she spoke, Nanny Gui presented the big gift to her.
"This is the biggest Chinese knotweed that Celestial Mountain picked this year. It's black and soothes the nerves. As long as you eat a little every day, I guarantee that you'll still have a head of black hair in ten years."
Grand Concubine Yi loved it. "You're such a thoughtful girl!"
"You know how good I am, don't you?" Duanmu Yao said coquettishly. Those who didn't know better might even think she was Grand Concubine Yi's daughter.
"And also, this is for Wanru. Her matters …" Duanmu Yao trailed off, hesitating before continuing. "Aye, she only went to the side rooms because she was worried about her sister-in-law. It's a pity …"
At these words, Han Yunxi looked up. What a Duanmu Yao. She hasn't even married into the family yet, but she's already trying to drive a wedge between us. What will happen in the future?
Grand Concubine Yi knitted her brows at Han Yunxi before sighing softly. She didn't say a word.
"Now that things have come to this, esteemed imperial concubine should set her mind at ease. Don't harm your body. Fortunately, Marquis Pingbei's estate is a rich and influential family. Little sister Wanru won't lose her status even if she marries over. With you and His Highness backing her up, she won't suffer any losses!"
Duanmu Yao really knew how to coax people. Every word untangled the knot in Grand Concubine Yi's heart.
"Alright, alright, let's not talk about these things. I'm already relieved that you came," Grand Concubine Yi smiled faintly.
"Then how about Yao Yao spend the New Year with you?" Duanmu Yao seized the chance to ask.
Grand Concubine Yi rejoiced. "Don't try to make me happy."
"That'll depend on whether senior brother agrees or not," Duanmu Yao said coyly, pouting as she looked towards Long Fei Ye.
Grand Concubine Yi looked over as well, but Han Yunxi had her head bowed as she stared at the teacup in her hands.
Long Feiye glanced at Han Yunxi and saw her indifferent expression. For some reason, he grew angry and replied coldly, "It's fine as long as mufei decides."
Grand Concubine Yi was puzzled. She never expected her son to be so easy to discuss. Years ago, when she found out that her son had this little junior sister, she had been looking forward to their marriage. But Yao Yao's status was special, so she didn't dare mention it lightly.
She never expected Western Zhou to have intentions of making peace through marriage. Emperor Tianhui had been pressured into following Western Zhou's wishes in the matter.
In this way, everything went smoothly. Unfortunately, when it came to his son, it was not easy to pass the final hurdle.
She'd tested him multiple times, but he'd always refused.
A while ago, she'd even heard that he'd accompanied Yao Yao for an entire day. There were plenty of rumors in the palace as well. Now it looked like there was a chance!
Grand Concubine Yi rejoiced as she grabbed Duanmu Yao's hand. "Then it's settled. This year, you … will stay at the estate to celebrate the New Year."
Duanmu Yao was overjoyed at the turn of events. She never expected her senior brother to be so easy to negotiate with.
Long Fei Ye didn't object, while Han Yunxi kept her head bowed. Both of them were silent.
At this moment, Duanmu Yao walked down to sit by Long Fei Ye's side with a mysterious smile. "Senior brother, the last present is for you! Guess what it is? "
"I don't know," Long Fei Ye's tone was mild, but he still replied.
Duanmu Yao was overwhelmed by favor from superior. After all, she'd always found excuses to give senior brother things over the years, but he'd always replied with two words: "No need."
Now that senior brother had answered her like this, could it be that he'd finally come to terms with her and was willing to accept her?
After all, she hadn't been able to find him after that day. If not for the joyous occasion at the Duke of Qin's estate today, she probably wouldn't have seen him again.
"Senior brother, take a guess. This is something from our Celestial Mountain as well. Master's seen it before and said you'd definitely like it!" Duanmu Yao said happily.
"I can't guess," Long Fei Ye's reply was as mild as ever.
Duanmu Yao scooted closer and whined. "Senior brother, just guess once. Just once is enough!"
At this moment, Han Yunxi finally raised her head to look at them. One was silent while the other was acting spoiled; one was as handsome as a god while the other was as beautiful as a celestial fairy. She truly felt that the two of them were a perfect match made in Heaven and Earth.
Han Yunxi was staring blankly when Long Fei Ye guessed correctly. "Snow wine."
Duanmu Yao shrieked in delight at his words and grabbed his arm. "Senior brother, you! You actually remember! It's been ten years, I didn't expect you to still remember! "
She let go of his arm and personally took out the pot of snow wine. "Ten years ago, I specially buried this for you. I thought you'd forget."
Ten years …
So they'd known each other for so long!
Han Yunxi couldn't help but think of a saying. You only live once. One second less to meet you is one second less to have you in my life. In my next life, we may not meet again.
Knowing each other from ten years ago and being willing to remember each other from ten years ago, how nice …
Han Yunxi sighed inwardly and picked up her tea to take a sip.
Long Fei Ye had only said it casually and hadn't expected it to be so coincidental. He glanced at Han Yunxi and saw that Han Yunxi was drinking her tea with her head lowered, seemingly very relaxed.
Finally, his face, which was as cold as ice, suddenly turned a few degrees colder.
He didn't understand what Han Yunxi was doing. Back then, she'd shamelessly kicked the sedan chair door to marry him, but now she was standing aloof from worldly affairs.
What did this woman take him for?
She wanted to climb up the social ladder so she could do so, but she didn't want to play anymore. What right did she have? Was the title of Qin Wangfei just for fun?
"Senior brother, do you want to unseal it and taste it? It's been ten years!" Duanmu Yao was drowning in happiness.
"I'll unseal it tonight. You stay for dinner," this was the first time Long Fei Ye had asked a guest to stay.
"Alright!" Duanmu Yao nodded immediately, afraid that Long Fei Ye would change his mind. Her heart was surging with emotions, while Grand Concubine Yi was thrilled. She immediately ordered Gui mama to prepare dinner.
But Han Yunxi's eyes drooped as she thought to herself, Looks like Long Fei Ye won't be going out after the New Year. There should be two joyous events at the Duke of Qin's estate after the New Year.
When Duanmu Yao saw that Han Yunxi hadn't said a word, her eyes flashed with disdain. But she wasn't planning to let her off so easily.
"That's right, esteemed wangfei. I came in a hurry and didn't prepare any gifts for you. You won't blame me, right?" she asked seriously.
Han Yunxi finally raised her head, her expression indifferent. "I won't."
She didn't care.
But Duanmu Yao provoked her again. "Esteemed wangfei, I forgot to ask you. You won't mind if I spend the New Year at your estate, right?"
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