The sky is dark, and the moonlight is like water, shining on the earth.
In Yong'an Pavilion of Prince Yan's Mansion, which is the residence of Princess Yong'an, Zhu Ningyun was wearing a light pink brocade pleated skirt, lying on the window sill, quietly looking at the moonlight outside the window.
The eighteen-year-old girl is just in love.
It's a pity that a fire three years ago took away her appearance and sealed her heart.
From then on, she almost never left Yong'an Pavilion, even her family members were unwilling to see each other.
There was no mirror in the room, and she didn't want anyone to see her ugly appearance.
In the first year, she didn't know how she survived. She tried to commit suicide several times, but was finally saved.
No matter what happened to her, her family never gave up on her.
There is still warmth in this world. Only by being strong can you make your family feel at ease.
With this idea in mind, Zhu Ningyun gradually gave up the idea of committing suicide and lived a good life, playing the piano, painting, reading and writing under this high wall every day.
Today...the young man named Li Xiao is quite eye-catching.
But will she be frightened when she sees my face...
Zhu Ningyun frowned slightly, feeling worried.
The originally peaceful life became a little turbulent after meeting Li Xiao today.
"Princess, Li Xiao is really good today."
The speaker was Zhang Cuicui, the maid who was pretending to be the princess today.
She covered her face with a silk scarf, but nothing could be seen.
Zhang Cuicui entered the palace at the age of eleven and was the personal maid of Princess Yong'an.
There was a fire that year, and only Princess Yong'an and her maid narrowly escaped.
Similarly, her appearance was also ruined. Originally, the palace planned to replace the personal maid to prevent Zhu Ningyun from falling in love with the scene.
But during that time, Zhu Ningyun wanted to commit suicide, did not want to see anyone, had a bad temper, and scolded all the maids who came to serve him away.
They both fell into the world and escaped from death together, but only Zhang Cuicui could meet them.
From then on, Zhang Cuicui became the only maid serving Princess Yong'an.
Princess Yongan also treats her as a sister.
"Cui Cui, tell me...if she sees my face, will she feel disgusted?"
Zhu Ningyun said worriedly.
In this world, she could only confide in Zhang Cuicui and exchange some boudoir secrets.
Zhang Cuicui thought for a while and said: "Princess, when that young man saw me today, there was no disgust in his eyes. Maybe... he is really different."
Zhu Ningyun felt the same way, but still asked uncertainly: "Seriously?"
Her heart was too sensitive, and she was afraid that others would look at her in a strange way, which would pierce her heart like a knife.
She was originally very resistant and repelled by the act of openly recruiting a son-in-law.
But she couldn't bear the hope that her family would find her where she belonged.
Of course, there is also a trace of unrealistic hope in her heart. Girls of this age will be full of fantasies about the future.
"Really Princess, over the years, I can feel the eyes of others. I didn't feel anything strange in that young man's eyes."
Zhang Cuicui answered truthfully and joked: "Princess Princess, I'm a little envious of you..."
To be honest, Li Xiao is handsome and his wheat-colored skin looks quite healthy and strong...
Zhu Ningyun covered her mouth and smiled: "If you like it, I'll leave it to you."
Zhang Cuicui said: "Then Li Xiao doesn't like me either. What he likes is your talent, Princess..."
During the day, Zhang Cuicui couldn't answer the question, so Li Xiao turned around and left.
Mainly because of this move, Princess Yong'an let down her guard.
After Zhang Cuicui finished speaking, she realized that she had said the wrong thing: "Princess Princess, you are making fun of me again. How dare you?"
"Hahaha..."
Zhu Ningyun smiled crisply and said: "I'm joking with you, but... Cuicui, if you meet the husband you like... I will ask my father to grant you a marriage."
The relationship between the two is excellent, more than sisters.
Because of this, Princess Yongan's mood has recovered extremely well over the years.
Zhang Cuicui shook her head like a rattle: "Princess, I don't want to get married. I will be content to serve you in this life."
Hearing this, Zhu Ningyun came back to her senses. Zhang Cuicui was just like him, her appearance was completely ruined, and it was difficult to find a suitable husband.
Thinking of this, she thought of herself again and sighed: "Looking at today's situation, Li Xiao has passed Gao Xu's test. I think Gao Xu is also interested in it. My father and the king may agree."
"That's a good thing." Zhang Cuicui said happily: "I think that uncle today is very good. He doesn't look like a bad guy. He can compose poems when he opens his mouth. He is very talented."
"What kind of uncle, Cuicui... what are you talking about?"
Zhu Ningyun couldn't help but blush.
"Ah..." Zhang Cuicui hurriedly changed her words: "By the way, we haven't gotten married yet. When we get married, won't we be uncles..."
"You girl!" Zhu Ningyun was a little angry.
"Princess..." Zhang Cuicui stopped her smile and said seriously: "To be honest, the Li Xiao I met during the day is really different from the young master I met before."
What Zhang Cuicui said was true.
Over the years, there have been private young masters who came to propose marriage, some of whom were children of officials, and some of whom were children of scholarly families.
In addition to the period of public recruitment of son-in-law, Zhang Cuicui had seen a lot of Princess Yong'an openly and secretly, and could more or less see some of their intentions.
Even though they tried their best to hide it, their eyes did not deceive. There was contempt hidden deep in their eyes. They regarded the princess as a tool for their own climbing.
But Zhang Cuicui saw sincerity in Li Xiao's eyes today.
Sincerity is always a must-win!
"Well..." Zhu Ningyun nodded slightly, recalling the young man today, and murmured: "All good-looking skins are the same, but interesting souls are unique... He is indeed very different..."
Zhang Cuicui said: "Yes, Princess, take advantage of the opportunity. I see there is such a line in the poetry collection you often read... If there are flowers, fold them..."
Zhu Ningyun smiled helplessly and said: "If there are flowers, you can break them off. Don't wait until there are no flowers."
"That's right." Zhang Cuicui smiled and said, "That's it."
Zhu Ningyun knew that Cuicui was doing it for her own good, so she nodded and said: "I know. Regarding matters of marriage, I will have full authority to follow my father's arrangements for matters related to marriage..."
Zhang Cuicui said: "Your Majesty loves you the most and will definitely help you feel your pulse. Just rest assured... It's late at night. Princess, please rest."
"Um."
After such a chat, Zhu Ningyun's mood improved a lot.
After freshening up and lying on the bed, I was so worried that I tossed and turned and couldn't fall asleep.
"No matter what...everything has to take the first step. If I really miss him, even if we get married, I will just ignore him..."
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The next morning.
Li Xiao woke up early in the morning feeling refreshed.
After taking a bath yesterday, Li Xiao fell asleep on the luxurious bed. He didn't know how comfortable it was.
The bed is made of pear wood. The wood smells comfortable and has a hypnotic effect. The bedding is made of silk wrapped in silk. The texture is completely different from that of my original home.
"It seems...it's not that life in ancient times was hard, it was just that the poor in ancient times had a hard life..."
The maid in the house immediately brought toiletries when she saw Li Xiao getting up.
Washing your face is normal, brushing your teeth is just...hard to describe.
"By the way, the toothbrush seems to have been invented by Zhu Youtang, Emperor Xiaozong of the Ming Dynasty. If I can marry the princess and conditions permit, maybe I can get it in advance?"
Li Xiao suddenly thought of this.
After brushing his teeth, he walked out of the house.
The scenery inside the palace was excellent and the air was fresh. Li Xiao moved around a bit outside.
Many cleaning servants in the mansion looked over secretly.
Facing these strange looks, Li Xiao didn't care and was already prepared.
I have to say that Li Xiao's psychological quality is still good.
Li Xiao slept so well last night that he didn't know how well he slept. From Zhu Di, Xu Miaoyun, Zhu Gaochi, Zhu Gaoxu and others to the servants... the whole palace was touched by him.
At this time, Zhu Gaoxu, the second son of King Yan, came over, waved his hand and said loudly:
"Brother Li Xiao, are you exercising? What a coincidence. Come on, let's go do some exercise together?"
