At this moment, Shi Qinghuan did not see Bailiheng. He was still staring anxiously at the door, talking to himself from time to time.
"Why don't you come out? Is it necessary to stay together for so long?"
"Isn't it here, but the appointment is clearly at Mingyue Pavilion!"
"That's weird, wait..."
Shi Qinghuan suddenly came back to his senses and looked at himself subconsciously.
Then he stood up.
"Yeah, that's really weird. What are you doing here?"
Shi Qinghuan stood up, feeling a little confused for a moment.
She didn't understand why she came here involuntarily and peeked so furtively.
He, Bailiheng, was just meeting the princess. Why was she so curious?
Shi Qinghuan felt that he was confused, and after thinking about it, he was ready to leave.
But as soon as she turned around, accompanied by the familiar aroma of agarwood, she bumped into a familiar embrace.
Caught off guard, Shi Qinghuan was knocked backwards. Fortunately, Bailiheng put his arms around her waist, which allowed her to stabilize her body.
As soon as Shi Qinghuan raised his eyes, he met Bailiheng's eyes, and his eyes were filled with shock for a moment.
Why is he here?
And he appeared behind him so quietly.
Shi Qinghuan was stunned for a moment, her figure reflected in Bailiheng's eyes, and then he smiled, "It's so late, why are you here?"
Shi Qinghuan finally came to his senses and came out of Bailiheng's arms, looking a little embarrassed.
"The night is very nice today, so I'll come...to swim in the lake!"
Bailiheng looked at the starless night sky, which was even covered with dark clouds, "How beautiful is this night?"
"Ahem, yes, I just like this kind of night."
Seeing Shi Qinghuan's embarrassment, Bailiheng smiled meaningfully but did not criticize it. Instead, he walked to one side and sat down.
"If you say it's good, then it's good!"
He poured out a cup of tea and gave one specially to Shi Qinghuan.
"Sit down. I'm in a good mood today, so I'll enjoy the night with you."
Are you in a good mood?
You are so happy after meeting the princess?
This was the first thing that came to Shi Qinghuan's mind, but he quickly threw away such thoughts.
What does it have to do with her whether Gao is happy or not if he sees the princess?
"But it's late at night, I should go back and rest!"
"You leave as soon as I come. Do you not want to see me?"
"Of course not, it's just that I have important things to deal with tomorrow night, so I must have a good rest today."
"Really?"
"if not?"
Shi Qinghuan raised his eyes pretending to be calm and met Bailiheng's direct gaze.
Although Shi Qinghuan felt guilty, his expression did not show any of it.
Seeing that Bailiheng didn't speak, Shi Qinghuan quickly saluted and prepared to turn around and leave.
Just as she took a step forward, Bailiheng stood up suddenly and reached out to hold her wrist.
"etc!"
Shi Qinghuan was stunned and turned to look at Bailiheng's hand on his wrist.
Bailiheng seemed to notice her look and let go of his hand instantly, then coughed lightly.
"I just have something more to say."
"What do you want to say, sir?"
"My meeting with the princess today was just to clear up the previous misunderstanding. Now, we are still just friends who have known each other since childhood. There is no engagement, no marriage, and no other contact. We will not meet again in the future."
Hearing this, Shi Qinghuan was inexplicably happy, but his face remained calm.
"oh!"
He responded lightly and his reaction was extremely dull.
Bailiheng couldn't help but turn his head and look into her eyes seriously. He waited until he saw a faint smile on her eyebrows and then slightly raised the corners of his lips.
"It's so late. If you don't want to enjoy the night, why not go for a walk together?"
I don't know if it was Shi Qinghuan's misunderstanding, but Bailiheng's expression was particularly gentle at this moment, so gentle that she couldn't bear to refuse.
He nodded subconsciously.
"That's fine!"
Seeing Shi Qinghuan agree, Bailiheng's eyes were filled with smiles, and the two of them turned around and got off the boat.
The lights were dim, and the white snow was filled with the bustle of Kyoto night. Shi Qinghuan and Baili Heng walked side by side, weaving in and out of the crowd.
This time, it was the second time walking in the market with Bailiheng, but the feeling was different.
Last time, she was panic-stricken and had not yet trusted Baili Heng. Everywhere she went, she had thoughts and calculations.
But today is different, it’s just a simple walk.
Shi Qinghuan liked this kind of relaxation and peace of mind.
"In ten days, it will be the New Year's Day. What are your plans?"
Shi Qinghuan really didn't have an answer to Bailiheng's question.
If it were before...
It must be full of joy and sleepless nights.
But now...
Thinking of this, Shi Qinghuan felt a chill all over his body.
His eyes were slightly red, but he never answered Bailiheng.
Bailiheng noticed Shi Qinghuan's emotions, and a flash of distress flashed in his eyes. Then he reached out and took down a lantern from a vendor on one side.
The lights suddenly turned on, and Shi Qinghuan subconsciously turned around and saw a lantern handed to her.
Looking up, he saw Bailiheng's smiling face.
The stream of light illuminated the side of his face, and he smiled softly, "The Prime Minister's Mansion is cold. This year's Chinese New Year, I'll be at the Prime Minister's Mansion. You can ask Shi Miaotong to come with you."
Unexpectedly, Bailiheng would say this, Shi Qinghuan was stunned for a moment.
Bailiheng smiled and thrust the lantern into Shi Qinghuan's hand.
"What? Don't want to?"
"Of course not, I'm just a little flattered."
Although ten years is just a blink of an eye, in the end it is like spanning an eternity.
Those people and things ten years ago are still in depression and gone.
Now, only she and Miaotong are left.
It was originally a lively and happy New Year, but now it is just lonely and cold.
Shi Qinghuan looked at the lanterns silently, and the light illuminated her eyes.
Bailiheng just looked at her, his expression slightly changed, with subtle and complicated emotions inside.
Then he spoke again.
"That's it!"
Then, as if he was afraid of Shi Qinghuan's rejection, he added, "I will also call Imperial Physician Liu, maybe this is an opportunity."
Hearing this, Shi Qinghuan did not hesitate anymore and nodded.
"Okay, so be it!"
The moment she agreed, a smile appeared on Bailiheng's face unconsciously, and his face was full of spring breeze, which was really beautiful.
The two figures walked all the way from the market to the entrance of Wenyuan. When Shi Qinghuan entered the house, Bailiheng stared at it for a long time before turning and leaving.
When he returned to the Prime Minister's Mansion, he gave instructions to Zhang Tong.
"The new year is approaching. This year, let's get ready!"
Hearing this, Zhang Tong's eyes were full of surprise.
You know, in the past, when the New Year came, adults would disappear without a trace, and they would have poetry gatherings with friends, and they would always be drunk and unconscious.
At the end of the year after the accident, no one even mentioned it, and the whole house was silent.
Today, the Lord is full of joy and says that he must be well prepared, which is indeed unexpected.
But in the end he nodded in agreement, "Yes."
After saying that, he was about to turn around and go down when Bailiheng stopped him again.
"Wait a minute, I will write down a list for you at the banquet later."
"Sir, did you write to me personally?"
"Yeah, do you know what she likes?"
"she?"
Bailiheng was quick to speak, but Zhang Tong reacted instantly, "Is she coming this year's Chinese New Year?"
Yes, otherwise, why would your Excellency be so happy?
Zhang Tong didn't look very good, but Bailiheng nodded, "Yes, she will come."
"Sir, why do you care about her so much?"
Hearing the meaning of Zhang Tong's words, Bailiheng raised his head and looked at him.
"Zhang Tong, do you think I was better in the past, or am I more presentable now?"
"That's what it is now."
"Then do you think it would be better for me to have some fun in the world, or should I live without sadness or joy all day long?"
Zhang Tong's expression darkened and he understood, "I understand, sir. Don't worry, I will be well prepared for this new year."
Compared to a life without sorrow or joy, he naturally prefers adults to live a more colorful life.
If the adult thinks that Miss Lin is his color, then he has nothing to say.
