Volume 3: Prosperous World Smoke and Flowers, Flowing Years of Tenderness 048 A Gentleman is like Jade

  The sunset slants to the west, the afterglow of the setting sun spreads across the ten-mile peach forest. The leaves are slightly dyed with a warm glow, the petals unfold like silk, as if a beautiful woman has just stepped out of her bath, wearing a dress made of golden threads and misty clouds, exuding elegance and charm.

  Ruan Qinchun leaned on one hand, lying on the soft grass. Her intoxicating and charming appearance was accompanied by a faint scent of lotus flowers mixed with the refreshing aroma of wine, forming a deadly temptation.

  "Qin Chen, younger brother, come on, let's have another drink!"

  Feng Bingyi lay leisurely on the grassy slope beside him, the tender goose-yellow leaves of the grass complementing his dark long gown, making it even more striking. At this moment, he had suppressed the bloody and murderous aura from his body, his rose-colored lips curled up slightly, and the wine cup in his hand swayed gently. His body leaned in slightly, only an arm's length away from Ruan Qinchun.

  "I've had enough, I'm drunk!"

  Ruan Qincheng waved his hand, his tone carrying a hint of laziness. For no reason, Feng Bingyi's heart felt a slight numbness.

  "Brother Wing, it's getting late, Qin Chen has just recovered from his illness and can't stand the cold wind and heavy dew, so we'll take our leave first!"

  Ling Jinlan's beautiful face, like jade, had a warm and gentle smile on it, as if the warm and smooth jade in the cold winter had entered her heart. Her slender body, like a jade tree, slowly leaned down, stretching out her strong arms to hold Ruan Qindeng's delicate and boneless body, with a hint of helpless pampering in her ink pupils.

  Qin'er, really doesn't know how to take care of herself, with such a low alcohol tolerance yet still so eager to drink!

  Alas! With her being so adorable and naive like a child, how could he possibly put his mind at ease?

  "Qin Chen, you're in charge now!"

  Feng Bing's wings slowly said, with a hint of faint reluctance in his eyes.

  "Old wine ghost, we won't disturb you anymore! Let's meet again another day! Don't forget next year's Peach Blossom Wine!"

  "Little Lingzi, hurry up and take this little drunkard away! Otherwise, I, the old man, will have no way to live!"

  The old wine immortal's goat beard was raised, and he said in a bad tone. However, his eyes were filled with joyful smiles, and he was actually very happy to meet this little guy who was so pleasing to him! Nevertheless, on the surface, he had to pretend to be impatient, which was really awkward!

  "Hehe, let's go!"

  Ling Jinlan carefully picked up Ruan Qindeng horizontally, her movements meticulous and full of infinite tenderness.

  Ting Xue and Ting Yu hurriedly followed behind him, while Feng Bingyi and Bai Hua also left without lingering, each going their separate ways after leaving Taohua Island.

  Outside the dense fog and white peach blossoms, a land of residual blood, faintly red.

  Ling Jinlan carried Ruan Qincheng onto the horse carriage, the fragrance of medicinal herbs on her body was refreshing and soothing, swirling around her nostrils, making her sleep exceptionally soundly.

  The horse carriage slowly drove towards the Emperor's residence, and when Xue stopped the horse carriage, he saw that Ruan Qingwen and his wife were already waiting anxiously outside. Shui Mengyue quickly ran to the front of the horse carriage and happened to see Ling Jinlan carrying Ruan Qindan out of the carriage. Looking at her red and chubby little face, with a sleepy expression, his heart finally relaxed.

  "Madam, don't worry, Miss just had too much to drink! Besides, with Young Master Ling taking care of her all the way, Madam can rest assured!"

  On her pale face as white as snow, a pair of black eyes sparkled. Seeing the worried look on his wife's face, he hastily opened his mouth to speak.

  "This kid is always running around everywhere as soon as he's feeling better! He's really a handful!"

  Shuimian Yue's loving gaze fell on Ruan Qindeng for a moment, and even though it was a rebuking tone, the words spoken were still so gentle.

  "Lan'er, quickly send Chen'er to rest, don't let her catch a cold!"

  "Alright, Aunt!"

  Ling Jinlan gently carried Ruan Qindeng into her bedroom, feeling her breathing slowly stabilize before he got up and left. Before leaving, he also wrote a prescription for a hangover remedy and handed it to Tingxue and Tingyu, reminding them to take good care of their mistress.

  "Master, just now someone sent thirteen jars of peach blossom wine, specifically to be given to the young lady! However, the young lady instructed that these peach blossom wines should all be given to Master and Madam!"

  The old steward said with a smile all over his face, and the fish tail wrinkles at the corners of his eyes were also wrinkled. However, this did not affect his good mood at all. He had watched Miss grow up and understood the love of Master and Madam for Miss even more. Now that he saw Miss being filial to her parents, he was happier than the master himself!

  Lao Jiu Xian brought the peach blossom wine to Emperor Shi's mansion as promised, and also added three jars of his treasured fine wines, which was something that others couldn't even ask for!

  "Dust, you've really grown up!"

  Emperor Shi Ruan Qingwen was deeply moved by the peach blossom wine his daughter had specially brought for him, and he was so touched that he grasped her hand tightly. They had raised their daughter with hardships and bitterness, never expecting any return. Now, just a small gift made them almost shed tears of joy. Endless gratitude and boundless joy surged in their hearts.

  Time flies like sand slipping through fingers, quietly passing by. In the blink of an eye, five days have already passed.

  Light rain washes away the worldly dust, dense and delicate rain threads, depicting a beautiful ink landscape painting. The sea peach is red, the lotus leaves are green, the sound of flowing water echoes in Ruan Qin's ears. Lazy to get up, the silk is intertwined, the flowers face each other,

  "Please return to the palace, Your Highness!"

  Mo Jian's cool face appeared in front of Ruan Qincheng. His tone was still as cold and icy as ever, devoid of any emotion. Indeed, there are such masters, and there are such subordinates!

  "Hate the big iceberg!"

  Listening to the rain, she stuck out her tongue and made a face in secret. However, just then, Mo Jian turned his head around and caught sight of her, instantly making her blush with embarrassment. She was really unlucky! How could she be doing something naughty and get caught?!

  Xue Tingyu couldn't help but purse her lips and smile as she watched her little movements.

  "It must be his order!"

  Ruan Qinchendan slightly raised an eyebrow, sitting under the flower tree, admiring the spring colors throughout the garden.

  "Yes, His Highness has ordered me to escort Your Highness back to the mansion. Please proceed, Your Highness!"

  Mo Jian nodded, holding the Longyin Sword in his hand, and replied with a serious expression.

  "Then let's go!"

  Ruan Qincheng caught a petal that had fallen from the air, her voice as clear and melodious as a spring. She didn't make things difficult for Mo Jian, after all, he was just passing on a message. It was also time for her to head back, some debts couldn't be delayed, what needed to be retrieved must be retrieved!

  Her soft voice was like heavenly music to Mo Jian. He had originally thought that the princess would not easily follow him back to the mansion, but unexpectedly, today the princess was so easy to talk to, it really made him feel honored and surprised.

  "Long live the queen!"

  Mo Jian's arm slightly raised, and he respectfully retreated.

  Ruan Qingshen's husband and wife sent Ruan Xinzhi out of the mansion, before parting ways they handed her a brocade pouch, telling her to open it later. Two reluctant gazes watched as she boarded the horse carriage from afar.

  A magnificent carriage sped away, followed closely by heavily armored guards, the scene was quite spectacular.

  "Tap tap tap——"

  A series of horseshoes' echoes were left on the wide street.

  Returning to the War King's mansion, Ruan Qindeng looked at the high gate and deep courtyard, as if it was a suffocating prison. Many people were eager to squeeze through the gates of the king's mansion, but she didn't want to stay here for another moment. Once you enter the noble door, it's like entering the sea; how can she escape the constraints of this feudal enclosure?

  It's not difficult for her to leave alone, but she still has loved ones who care about her. Even if it's just a short time together, she treats them as her own true family. Because they treat her with sincerity, she must also repay them with sincerity.

  Ruan Qincheng and her entourage entered Tinglan Garden, but before she could enter the house, a shrill cry of sorrow echoed in her ears.

  "Ah——"

  Digression

  Thank you, dear Xiangxiang, for sending 8 diamonds and 16 flowers! Love you, fireworks! Thank you, dear Aizhilian, for the 4 flowers! Hugs! o (∩_∩) o