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  "Wang Tong had specifically warned that the Crown Prince dislikes others going against his wishes. It's better not to go, in case it displeases the Crown Prince."

  Ling Xi was worried sick, nagging repeatedly: "Originally, Father also wanted to take you siblings to thank him, I've already advised him..."

  Ling Jing was absent-mindedly listening.

  She never hesitated to interpret others' thoughts with the greatest malice.

  What is going through your mind, Your Highness? Why did you suddenly change your mind? Is it because of the impulsiveness of youth or is there resentment in your heart, wanting to see her lower her head before feeling satisfied?

  It seems like this matter of thanking him cannot be avoided.

  "Big brother, I think it's better for me to take Xiao Qi to thank him tomorrow."

  Ling Jingyu hesitated for a moment before speaking slowly: "What the Crown Prince is thinking in his heart, we can't understand now. Since it's like this, let's just not think about anything. As long as our actions are flawless and polite, even if old accounts are brought up again in the future, it won't be blamed on us."

  After being stunned for a moment, he found himself speechless.

  Yes!

  Whether or not the young master is happy is his own business, but whether things are done in accordance with etiquette and thoroughly is the Ling family's affair.

  He thought himself clever and meticulous, but when it came to handling things, he was actually less capable than a sheltered young girl.

  "Or do you think it's more comprehensive, then follow yours. Tomorrow your sister and brother will go to thank him." Ling Xi gazed at Ling Jingyu, with a hint of sigh in his tone: "Ah Yu, as a woman, it's really a pity."

  Such cleverness and decisiveness! And that one night when encountering bandits, the calmness and composure, the ruthlessness when taking lives...

  If she were a man, her future would be boundless.

  But she happened to be a woman.

  This world is lenient to men but strict with women. Being too intelligent, having too much of one's own opinions, or acting slightly out of line are all unacceptable in the eyes of society...

  A warm feeling surged up in Ling Jing's heart.

  One person's concern, whether it is true or false, can't deceive others. Ling Xi's tone and gaze revealed a deep sense of regret and concern. That night she killed the bandits, Ling Xi secretly spent a lot of effort to silence the guards and boatmen. The Ling family still remains in the dark to this day.

  He really cares about her and worries about her!

  Ling Jingxu also put down her guard. She revealed her true feelings: "Elder brother, don't worry about me, I know what I'm doing."

  It's just beginning now!

  In the future she will do even more outrageous and unconventional things! If you're always worried about what others think, how can you talk about revenge?

  She fears neither worldly rejection nor being abandoned by her loved ones!

  Ling Xi was silent for a moment before speaking: "Ah Shu, I don't know what you're planning to do. Now it seems that it's not just about accompanying Ah Xiao to treat his eye disease. As long as it doesn't harm the Ling family, just tell me and I'll do my best to help you."

  Ling Jingxu's eyes were slightly moist, and she said softly: "Alright, if there's anything that troubles Brother Tang, I'll definitely speak up."

  She had thought that all members of the Ling family were cold-blooded and ruthless.

  Now it seems that she was too biased and prejudiced. At least Ling Xiang and his sister treated her with some genuine feelings.

  ......

  Every other morning.

  After finishing breakfast, Mr. Ling led Ling Xi to the crown prince's boat to pay his respects.

  Ling Jingyu's younger brother followed closely behind her.

  It is unknown how Ling Xi persuaded Grandfather Ling, but in any case, when Grandfather Ling saw Ling Jingyu, not only did he not ask many questions, but instead affectionately and kindly reminded them a few times: "The Crown Prince has a big temper, later when you siblings leave, if the Crown Prince is unhappy, you don't have to panic. Everything will be taken care of by your uncle."

  Ling Jingxu was gazed at by Old Man Ling with an unusually affectionate gaze, causing her to get goosebumps all over her body.

  Although they didn't spend much time together, Ling Jingxu also had some understanding of this uncle's temperament.

  No profit, no early rise; a pair of calculating eyes.

  There's no benefit in doing something that Old Master Ling would never do. Now, he's suddenly being so courteous and enthusiastic towards her... it really makes one feel uneasy and on guard!

  Ling Xiao habitually held Ling Jingxuan's hand and whispered, "Jingxuan, do you think Taishun will drive us out?"

  Ling Jing smiled wryly and replied in a low voice: "Don't be afraid. The two of us are together, there's nothing to be ashamed of."

  Ling Xiao muttered in a low voice: "I don't care about losing face. You're a girl, after all, and it's not good to lose face in front of people..."

  Sure! Here is the translation:

  "Indeed, she's grown up! Starting to know how to take care of and maintain her now!"

  Ling Jingxu's heart felt warm and fuzzy inside.

  ......

  After arriving on the boat, the guard went in to inform Wang Tong. Then Wang Tong reported to the Crown Prince...

  Don't ask why, this is just royal style o(╯□╰)o

  "What? Miss Lingjiu and Young Master Ling also came?" Wang Tong furrowed his brow upon hearing the guard's report.

  What a wonderful day!

  He specifically reminded him yesterday, but today he still let Ling Jingxu come... Later, if he provokes Taizun again, won't he have to wipe the deck for half a day again?

  Wang Tong, with an inexplicable sense of sadness and anger, steeled himself to report: "I beg to report to Your Highness, Lord Ling has brought Miss Ling Jiu to express their gratitude. I don't know if Your Highness is willing to see them."

  Wang Tong didn't even dare to look up at the crown prince's face. He silently counted in his heart, one, two, three... Hmm? Why hasn't the crown prince gotten angry yet?

  After a while, the voice of the Crown Prince, whose joy and anger could not be distinguished, came into Wang Tong's ears: "Let them come in!"

  Wang Tong: "......"

  Is that so?!

  Didn't you coldly refuse to let that brother and sister come to thank you yesterday? You even drove away Ling Langzhong's father and son for this. Now the two siblings have gone against your wishes, but Your Highness isn't angry!

  The crown prince saw Wang Tong stunned, his eyebrows sank: "This king's order, what are you questioning?"

  Wang Tong's scalp tightened, and he replied without hesitation: "I have no doubts, I'll go invite Miss Lingjiu in." As soon as the words left his mouth, he secretly thought it was a bad idea.

  This tension, speaking out of mistake. Should say please come in Ling Langzhong, how did it become Miss Ling Jiu...

  The young master's mood seemed fine and he didn't say anything.

  Wang Tong did not dare to think more, immediately retreated and led the Ling family into the cabin.

  In the morning twilight, Miss Lingjiu slowly walked in.

  The bright sunlight sprinkled on the delicate face as white as jade, as if it had been coated with a thin layer of light. A pair of autumn water-like moving black and shiny eyes, floating with shallow smile, soft and moist red lips also flashing with unusual luster.

  Bright and resplendent, beyond all things!

  Wang Tong only glanced at her profile and already felt a sense of heart palpitations. He quickly shifted his gaze away.

  This glance happened to catch the expression on the crown prince's face at this moment.

  Still with that cold and indifferent look, only the corners of his lips slightly raised.

  ......(。)，。