lips, and retorted, "When did I ever have a brother My mother only gave birth to me, a daughter. I never had a brother."Feng Aotien heard her words and immediately became anxious, saying, "Xier, do y...The Pingxi Dynasty's consort, Shu Taifei, bowed and retired, her heart already seething with anger.

He had painstakingly cultivated this child, hoping that a successful marriage would secure the position of the Marquis of Pingxi in court. Unexpectedly, the child ruined everything, and now he only wants to punish that foolish girl severely.

She destroyed the future of Prince Pingxi's mansion.

Feng Cangkai saw that the King of Pingxi had left, so he hurried forward to ask, "Imperial Noble Consort Shu, is Xier alright"

"That girl is strong, she didn't dare let this empress know about her burn."

Shu Taifei sighed, looking at Feng Cangkai, “Xi’er's temperament is really a headache.”

Feng Cangkai's old face was full of heartache, but he couldn't go see her now. After all, it was so late. Feng Cangkai could only say, "Then I'll have to trouble Madam Shu."

"General Feng, Imperial Noble Consort Shu will take good care of the Fourth Princess. Let's go back first. It's getting late." Prince Pingnan spoke, looking at the darkening sky outside. Today had been such an unpleasant affair. Staying any longer would only be awkward.

Feng Cangkai nodded, "King of Pingnan, let's go together."

When the Empress Dowager saw them about to leave, she didn't keep them for long. She exchanged a few pleasantries and personally sent them out of the mansion. Only then did she realize that Prince Pingxi had already taken Luo Juzhou away from the Fourth Prince's Mansion.

Backyard

Feng Lingxi had just finished wiping her wounds and putting her clothes back on when she saw Dugu City enter. She instinctively pulled her clothes tighter upon seeing him, looking a little surprised.

獨孤城 rushed to her, ripped open the shirt on her chest, and looked at the red, swollen skin. His eyes were filled with concern.

"Did you already know"

Du Gu Cheng nodded, looking at Xi'er's helpless face. "What my mother and I said."

Feng Ling Xi raised her eyebrows and saw Dugu Cheng's nervous expression. "It's fine, the clothes are thick, they blocked a lot, and I applied medicine, I'll be fine in two days."

"Xi'er, why are you hurt Didn't you come to find this king"

Dugu Cheng's voice was a mixture of self-blame and heartache. Feng Ling Xi raised her eyes and smiled back, "I tell you, will you stand up for me, will you deal with Luo Ju Zhou"

"Yes."

Dugu Cheng's answer was firm, causing Feng Ling Xi to be slightly stunned, "Aren't you afraid that King Pingxi will have an opinion"

"Would this king be afraid Furthermore, she has bullied you to this extent, could this king possibly tolerate her I only learned about her desire to marry into the Fourth Prince's Manor tonight. I made my stance clear during the banquet, but I didn't expect you to be burned by Luo Juzhou."

獨孤城 pulled her to sit on the bed, unbuttoning her outer garments. Feng Lingxi hurriedly grabbed onto them, glancing at the open door, "What are you doing The door isn't closed."

Du Gu Cheng saw this and frowned, "Xi'er, what do you mean This king just wants to check your burned areas. I need to confirm personally that there are no other burns on you before I can rest assured."

Feng Lingxi's cheeks flushed involuntarily. She thought to herself, could it be that Dugu Cheng wanted...

It seems they've been apart for too long, the emotions are running high.

"The soup splashed onto the collar, and there are more burns around here. Other places are fine, the clothes are thick."

Dugu Cheng hummed in response, unbuttoned his clothes, and carefully checked them. Seeing that as she said, he helped her dress and sat down beside her.

"Xier, I will take care of Luo Juzhou's matter properly. In this Fourth Prince's residence, there will be no other women except you. As for the Empress Dowager..."

"I've already spoken to the Empress Dowager about this, and she agreed not to give Lo Juzhou in marriage to you. I took care of it, but Lo Juzhou is a bit troublesome. He doesn't listen."

Feng Lingxi's voice was full of helplessness. She was also this age, but she had experienced things that someone her age shouldn't have. As for Luo Juzhou, he lived like a three-year-old child.

After talking for half the day, she couldn't understand a word. It was really giving me a headache.

Dugu Cheng held her hand, his eyes full of blame. Feng Lingxi looked at him, his eyes bloodshot under the gaze. He hadn't slept well for how long Before she could ask him about what happened in the city these days, he was already starting to worry about her again.

“A mere pleasure boat like mine is nothing to worry about. Don't think too much about it. After all, this is a matter in the backyard, and as a woman, I can handle it myself. You are the prince, with many important matters to attend to. Don't just focus on me; take care of your own business first. Once you've done that, then I truly will have nothing left to do.”

Feng Ling Xi's words made Du Gu Cheng feel even more heartbroken. The words he wanted to say were swallowed back into his throat.

"You sleep first, this king will go bathe and change clothes, be back in a while."

Feng Lingxi nodded, watching him leave, her eyes somewhat complex.

Two completely different gazes, personalities entirely different. How could she have such thoughts

Shedding the thoughts in her mind, Feng Lingxi fell asleep quickly.

When Dugu Cheng returned, it was already late. He saw Xi'er sleeping and handled his official business by her side until late at night before getting up to sleep.

She slept soundly that night. Dugu Cheng held Feng Lingxi, as if giving her a sense of security. When Feng Lingxi woke up, Dugu Cheng was still on the bed. The piercing sunlight outside made Feng Lingxi frown.

"How come you're not up yet"

"I haven't slept well in a long time, have you either" Dugu Cheng smiled faintly. His beard stubble was already visible, he had stayed up too late after all, and while he didn't sleep for long, the bloodshot eyes were clear evidence.

Feng Lingxi looked on, her heart aching, but she didn't bring it up.

"Then let's sleep a little longer." Feng Lingxi turned over, hugging Dugu City's waist, her mouth curled up. She hadn't been with him like this for a long time. She really wanted to stay in bed a while longer.

"Xier, does the burned area still hurt"

"It doesn't hurt anymore, how about you, are you still sleepy"

Du Gucheng was amused by her words. Looking at his bright smile like the rising sun, Feng Lingxi couldn't help but blush and asked coquettishly, "What are you laughing at Aren't you tired"

"I slept soundly last night and I'm not tired anymore."

Feng Lingxi pointed at the bloodshot in his eyes, “You haven't slept well these past few days, have you”

"I'm so busy, I don't even have time to rest. For fear of revealing my whereabouts, I dare not reveal them even to you. Does Xi'er blame me for this"

“Of course it’s strange, you don't even know that I’ve been looking for your news every day these days.” After finishing his words, Dugu Cheng hugged her and apologized, “I’m sorry, Your Highness. I know you’ve suffered. I promised Dugu Yan to help him with this matter, and he will protect you well, even if you are imprisoned, no one will harm you.”

Feng Ling leaned against him, feeling the warmth of his chest. All the fatigue she had been carrying seemed to vanish in an instant. She whispered softly, "I was just kidding. I'm not as dramatic as you think. Besides, I am the Saintess of the Yao clan. In crucial moments, I will use this identity to protect myself and ensure nothing happens to me. But you, no matter where you are, remember that I'm waiting for you back home."

Duke Gucheng lightly kissed her forehead, “This king knows, as long as Xi'er believes in this king, and waits for this king, this king will definitely return.”ions."If the position of Empress were to be replaced by Feng Lingxi, I presume the Emperor wouldn't say these words, would he"In the face of wind and rain, she raised her eyes to look at Dugu Yan, "Th...