After leaving the government office, Shi Wei came to the carriage. Before getting in the car, he looked back at the government office, with a sneer on his face, then got in the car and left.
"Master, he has left. Do you need to send someone to keep an eye on him?" Watching Shi Wei leave, He Wu came to Xia Jingyao to report.
"No need. How is the situation in the mansion now?" Although Xia Jingyao would not let Xiao Cheng go, he did not want to completely offend the third prince.
"Everything is fine in the house. Young Master, I haven't been back for so many days. Do you want to go back and have a look?" No matter how long he was out, Xia Jingyao never asked about the situation in the house. He Wu understood that the only person Xia Jingyao wanted to ask was Liu Yunqing.
"Let's go then." After Xia Jingyao said that, he stood up and walked out.
Returning to the Hou Mansion, Xia Jingyao went straight to Qingyun Courtyard. Unfortunately, Xia Jingyao was disappointed because Liu Yunqing was not in the house at this time. Liu Yunqing only stayed in the Hou Mansion honestly for the first two days. On the third day, Liu Yunqing began to go out to do business. This incident had wide implications, and many shops were closed down by the government. Liu Yunqing seized this opportunity and more than doubled his business. These days, Liu Yunqing was busy from morning to night, sleeping less than three hours a day. His busyness was comparable to that of Xia Jingyao. Just when Xia Jingyao was going to find Liu Yunqing, Zhao Zi came to Qingyun Courtyard.
"Brother Jing, you are really back. Zi'er misses you so much." Seeing Xia Jingyao, Zhao Zi stepped forward with a smile on his face.
"Xiao Zi, why did you come to Qingyun Courtyard?" Xia Jingyao asked doubtfully.
"Zi'er came to see Sister Yunqing, but she didn't expect to meet Brother Jing. Zi'er has been worried about Brother Jing these days. Now that she sees that Brother Jing is fine, Zi'er is relieved. "Zhao Zi sent Jin'er before I gave something to Xia Jingyao, but I couldn't enter the government office and I didn't deliver the things out.
"Sister Yunqing? When did your relationship become so good?" Xia Jingyao was shocked. He didn't expect that after not seeing each other for a few days, the two of them had become like sisters.
"Before, Zi'er was ignorant and always called her sister by her first name. From now on, Zi'er will treat Sister Yunqing as her own sister. When Zi'er and Sister Yunqing marry Brother Jing together, all the big and small things in the house will be handed over to her. Zi'er is happy to be managed by Sister Yunqing. With Sister Yunqing's ability, she can definitely take care of the Marquis's house in order. "Zhao Zi's words are very clear. Although she was given a marriage by the king, she also I am willing to hand over all the power in the government to Liu Yunqing.
"Xiao Zi, I have made it very clear to you before, so why do you have to do this? In my heart, you will always be my sister. You will definitely meet the person who is really good to you. . You should stop wasting your energy on me. I hope you can be truly happy and do what you want to do, instead of wronging yourself here." After hearing Zhao Zi's words, Xia Jingyao felt a little bit in his heart. uncomfortable. Zhao Zi has never been afraid of anything from heaven to earth since he was a child. Never has he ever been so wronged.
"Brother Jing, Zi'er doesn't feel aggrieved. As long as she can marry Brother Jing, Zi'er can do anything. What Zi'er is doing now is the happiest thing. Zi'er promises that she will never marry Yun Qing. When sisters compete for favor, Sister Yunqing will come first in everything. Zi'er begs Brother Jing to accept Zi'er, and Zi'er will definitely become Brother Jing's virtuous wife. Zi'er will do whatever Brother Jing asks Zi'er to do." Zhao Zi stopped smiling and looked at Xia Jingyao affectionately.
"Xiao Zi, why are you doing this?" Hearing what Zhao Zi said, Xia Jingyao could no longer say a harsh word. Xia Jingyao lost his parents when he was young. It was the Zhao brothers and sisters who accompanied him through the darkest and most helpless period. In his heart, the Zhao brothers and sisters are his relatives, the closest and dearest relatives. Because of this, he could not marry Zhao Zi. He knew that he had no romantic feelings for Zhao Zi, and even if they were together reluctantly, they would not be able to bring happiness to Zhao Zi.
"Brother Jing, you haven't played chess with Zi'er for a long time. Can you play a few games with Zi'er?" Zhao Zi did not continue to press and changed the subject.
"Well, okay. He Wu, go get the chess piece." Xia Jingyao did not refuse anymore, and the two of them came to the table and sat down.
"Brother Jing, I still remember that when I first learned chess, brother Jing was the slowest. My brother even teased brother Jing for it. As a result, when brother Jing learned it, he never beat brother Jing in a game. "Look at the people in front of you. On the chessboard, Zhao Zi smiled and talked about what happened when he was learning chess.
"I haven't had sex for many years. If I have sex with Brother Tan now, I will definitely not be able to have sex with Brother Tan. You were the fastest learner at first, and Master even praised you for your talent. Brother Tan even showed off in front of me. , saying that you are the first of the four most talented women in the imperial capital." Talking about the past, Xia Jingyao also had a smile on his face.
"Brother Jing, do you think Zi'er is very powerful?" Zhao Zi asked happily after hearing Xia Jingyao's words.
"You're amazing. Brother Tan and I are both proud of you. Xiaozi will always be the best." Xia Jingyao praised sincerely.
"Zi'er is proficient in all aspects of piano, chess, calligraphy and painting. When he is free one day, Zi'er plays the piano for Brother Jing. Zi'er's piano skills are among the best in the imperial capital." Zhao Zi was very happy to hear Xia Jingyao's praise. , couldn't help but start showing off his piano skills.
"Invite Qing'er to come with you then." Xia Jingyao agreed happily.
"Okay, Sister Yunqing has such a good figure. If she dances, she will be particularly graceful." Zhao Zi's praise of Liu Yunqing came from the bottom of his heart. The first time she saw Liu Yunqing, she was surprised that there was such a beauty as Liu Yunqing in Fuchang County. It was precisely because of Liu Yunqing's beauty and good figure that Zhao Zi immediately returned to the imperial capital and asked for a marriage from the king.
"I'm afraid Qing'er can't dance. I only know that she is good at painting, but I have never heard of her mentioning anything else. If she is asked to dance, I'm afraid she will make a fool of herself." Xia Jingyao replied with a smile, and he imagined Liu Yunqing's dance. Looks and feels very interesting. It might be interesting to have Liu Yunqing dance a song, Xia Jingyao thought to himself.
"Sister Yunqing is good at painting. When Sister Yunqing is free, Zi'er can make an appointment with Sister Yunqing to paint together. This will not only bring Zi'er closer to Sister Yunqing, but also allow her to ask Sister Yunqing for advice. ." Zhao Zi and Liu Yunqing finally found a common hobby. Since he had already planned not to target Liu Yunqing, he naturally had to find a way to make friends with him. A common hobby is the fastest way to open each other's hearts. The ancients said: A scholar will die for his confidant. This shows how important it is to appreciate each other.
"That's the best. You can learn from each other." Xia Jingyao was naturally willing to see the two of them get along peacefully. After all, they were both his relatives.
The two chatted and played chess, laughing from time to time, and they were having a great time. Zhao Zi's reputation as a talented woman is definitely not groundless. The two played three sets, and Xia Jingyao only won one set, which was a narrow victory. Zhao Zi was so proud that if he had a tail, it would definitely be raised to the sky. Just when the two were about to play the fourth set, a guard hurried in.
"Master Marquis, my wife has been assassinated." The guard said urgently while saluting.
After hearing the guard's words, Xia Jingyao stood up immediately, his face full of anxiety and anger.
