early morning.
Lin Shuang'er stood outside the door early waiting for Ye Beicheng's summons.
The fog was very heavy in the morning, and the entire Hou Mansion was shrouded in heavy fog, giving it a distant and peaceful feel.
In the yard, the servants were busy sweeping the yard, and the maids were pruning flower branches in the garden. When they saw blooming flowers, they would pick up a few and send them to the masters' rooms.
Birds stood on the branches and chirped, and the nuns were busy arranging the affairs of the house.
"The masters are about to get up. The maids in each courtyard will prepare hot water for the masters to wash themselves."
"Tell the waiter in the kitchen, is today's breakfast ready?"
"The weather is nice today. Remember to take the bedding from each courtyard to dry in the courtyard."
"Be more agile when working, I was delayed..."
At this time in the past, Lin Shuang'er would have swept the backyard clean with a broom.
But now, these tasks have nothing to do with her.
Lin Shuang'er looked at the people in the mansion busy going around, but she was the only one standing here in a daze.
The prince hadn't summoned her yet, so she was a little bored, her little head hung low, her thin body leaning against the door, her toes kicking the stones on the ground again and again.
Dongmei took advantage of the gap to sneak up to her and stuffed something into her hand.
Lin Shuang'er opened her palm, and it turned out to be a pastry.
The best hibiscus cakes are not something that servants like them can afford.
Lin Shuang'er looked at her doubtfully.
Dongmei whispered: "The leftovers that the masters ate yesterday are quite a big plate. I secretly hid two pieces. Please try it quickly."
Lin Shuang'er had never eaten these expensive pastries, and even the leftovers from the masters could not reach her mouth.
After finally getting a piece, Lin Shuang'er didn't dare to eat it.
If the nuns saw her, they would beat her and scold her.
Dongmei knew that Lin Shuang'er was timid, so she picked up the hibiscus cake and stuffed it directly into her mouth.
Lin Shuang'er's eyes widened.
"Eat quickly, don't let anyone see you." After saying that, Dongmei winked at her and ran away.
Lin Shuang'er moved her mouth, and the hibiscus cake melted in her mouth, and the sweet smell spread on her taste buds.
Lin Shuang'er had never eaten such delicious food, and her big eyes narrowed into crescent moons.
"Squeak."
The door behind her suddenly opened. Lin Shuang'er stumbled and leaned back uncontrollably.
A pair of big hands supported her shoulders, and Lin Shuang'er smelled the familiar cold sandalwood fragrance again.
Turning around, Ye Beicheng was looking down at her. There were no waves in his eyes, but they were like stars and moon in the vast sea.
With just one glance, Lin Shuang'er was caught by these eyes and her heartbeat accelerated.
"Your Majesty."
My heart was agitated and I hurriedly stood firm.
"Why are you stunned?" Ye Beicheng's deep voice was a little hoarse. He glanced at her lightly, his eyes attracted by the debris at the corner of her mouth.
Noticing Ye Beicheng's gaze, Lin Shuang'er quickly lowered her head, carefully stretched out her tongue and licked her lips.
The pink cherry mouth is already seductive enough, but it becomes even more moist when licked by the soft tip of the tongue.
This unintentional movement is alluring without even knowing it.
A strange thought came to Ye Beicheng's mind.
I don’t know what it feels like to have that wet tongue in your mouth.
Ye Beicheng suddenly felt his throat was dry. He rolled his throat, looked away, and walked straight towards her.
He wore a moon-white robe today, exuding a cool temperament. When he walked out of the house, he was brought with a breeze, and his clothes were fluttering, like an immortal walking out of a painting.
It was quite different from his past style.
However, Lin Shuang'er still noticed the faint dark blue at the corners of his eyes, which seemed to be caused by staying up late.
When passing by her, Lin Shuang'er was stunned for a moment.
Seeing that she didn't follow him, Ye Beicheng paused, turned to look at her, and said, "Why don't you follow her quickly?"
Lin Shuang'er hurriedly followed.
When passing by the front yard, Lin Shuang'er saw Qiu Ju pruning flowers in the garden with her head down.
Lin Shuang'er didn't dare to look at her, but Qiu Ju saw her at a glance.
Even though they were far apart, Lin Shuang'er could still imagine how resentful Qiu Ju looked at her.
She lowered her head, quickened her pace and followed Ye Beicheng closely.
Unexpectedly, Ye Beicheng suddenly stopped. She had no time to stop her foot and bumped into Ye Beicheng's back.
Ye Beicheng's attention was attracted by the butterfly flying in front of him. The butterfly flapped its wings and slowly landed on Lin Shuang'er's bun.
Lin Shuang'er didn't realize it, she lowered her head and rubbed her forehead.
I walked too fast just now, and my forehead hurt a little from the bump.
Ye Beicheng was stunned for a moment, and the person in front of him suddenly raised his head, tilted his head, and looked at him steadily with his watery eyes: "Your Majesty, what's wrong?"
When he met those clear and clean eyes, the strange feeling in Ye Beicheng's heart reappeared.
The butterfly stayed for a moment and then flew away, but he couldn't bear to look away.
He suddenly regretted today's decision.
Xuanwu had already called him outside the gate of the Hou Mansion.
"Your Majesty, the carriage is ready."
