The King of Qin quietly shifted his gaze to block Li Wenshans line of sight, unfolded the fan and calmly looked at Li Xia who was hugging the purple sandalwood chair, using all her might but couldnt budge an inch.

  Lu Yi stood behind the two of them, silently watching the excited Qin Wang. This guy was getting more and more out of control.

  Li Xias face turned red, the chair didnt move at all, and her movements were so obvious, how come no one came to help? Li Xia moved to the side of the chair, glanced over with the corner of her eye, caught sight of Qin Wangs shoes and clothes, and quickly withdrew her gaze. No wonder no one came to help, he wanted to see her make a fool of herself!

  Li Xia felt a surge of frustration, but what could she do? She wasnt willing to give up... Li Xia circled the chair again and her eyes landed on a purple sandalwood flower stand against the wall, slightly taller than the chair. On top of it was a pot of orchids. This flower stand, she was sure she could move.

  Li Xia climbed up the chair, stood up, hugged the orchid, and had just put it on the chair when Gu Liu Shao Ye caught sight of her with a glance. He was surprised and let out an exclamation, "What is this little girl doing? Whats wrong with that pot of grass? Where are the servants? How come theyre not attending to you?"

  The King of Qins face fell, and he slapped the fan on Gu Lius head with a backhand, then turned around and sat back down. Young Master Gu Liu rubbed his head, bewildered.

  King Qin leaned on the couch, glanced at Li Xia who had moved his chair to the railing and was looking at the lotus flowers, pointed to the armchair in front of the couch and smiled: "Wu Lang, sit here. Hows your book warming up? When are you going to take the exam at the academy?"

  Li Wenshan sat down in the armchair designated by the King of Qin and spoke with him. Lu Yi stood idly at another corner of the room, pinching a cup of tea, admiring the lotus flowers on the lake. Jin Zuyan sat cross-legged opposite the King of Qin, gesturing for the servant to bring over the tea set, rolling up his sleeves to pour the tea.

  Gu Liu Shao stood by the window next to Lu Yi, then walked over to Li Xias side and looked around. Li Xia smiled at him and said: "Brother Gu has come here, this is the best place to see lotus flowers."

  "Its good, its just that the fragrance on this side is too strong." Gu Liu Shao Ye stood behind Li Xia, with a picky face.

  Li Xia leaned her chin on the railing and looked at Gu Liu, she wanted to speak as little as possible, she was only five years old, in case she said something that didnt match her age.

  "The scenery is great here, its just too fragrant!" Gu Yu Yan turned around again and returned to Li Xias back, seriously looking left and right, smelling left and right, frowning.

  "Otherwise... use the harmonious method, to infuse this flavor... hmm, Longjing is the best, bring it here!" Gu Liu called for someone to bring over Longjing tea and an incense burner, lit the tea leaves with incense, stood beside Li Xia, closed his eyes and savored it carefully. He nodded in satisfaction, "The floral scent is powdery and slightly sweet, the tea scent is clear and slightly bitter, combined together, this fragrance is fragrant but not greasy, bitter with a hint of sweetness, not bad!"

  Li Xia sniffled, and indeed felt much better than before. The fragrance reminded her of the lotus leaf wrapped rice balls she had eaten when she first entered the palace. Her appetite was piqued, and she turned to ask Gu Liu, "Can lotus leaves be used to wrap rice balls?"

  "Of course. Fresh lotus leaves are best for wrapping a mouthful of rice, the whole thing is jade-green and refreshing." Gu Liu thought about the lotus leaf wrapped rice and felt a little hungry.

  "Pour another big spoonful of osmanthus honey!" Li Xias mouth was watering.

  "Wasting osmanthus honey is a sin." Gu Liu retorted.

  "Its time for osmanthus honey! One big spoonful!" Li Xia insisted.

  "Last time, your eyes were only on what others were wearing. This time youve made progress, fighting with a little girl over food. How old are you this year? How can you be so shameless?" Jin Zeshi suddenly appeared and said this out of the blue.

  Li Xia was startled and slipped under her feet. Jin Cuiyan quickly stretched out his hand to grab Li Xias collar and lifted her up.

  "You scared the poor girl to death." Gu Liu didnt give Jin Xuan a chance to react, and quickly stretched out his hand behind Li Xias back. "Xia, dont mind him, this person always takes pleasure in pouring cold water on others, lets just ignore him! Go ask the kitchen if theres any rice porridge left, and bring a jar of osmanthus honey." Gu Liu ordered the servant boy.

  Li Xia leaned back against Gu Lius chest, twisting her body to the side, hugging Gu Lius arm, and resting half of her face on his chest, avoiding Jin Qianyan. She didnt want to see him, nor did she want him to see her.

  The King of Qin leaned on his hand, looking at Li Xia with a gloomy mood, who was chatting with Gu Liu while being hugged by her plump arms. This elegant and refined young master, who was loved by everyone he met, couldnt understand why this little girl wouldnt look at him properly or let him hug her.

  The small pastry was brought over, and Li Xia sat in the armchair. Gu Liu Shao Ye poured a thick layer of osmanthus honey onto the small pastry on Li Xias plate. Li Xia picked up a piece and fed it to Gu Liu Shao Ye, "Brother, try some, is it delicious?"

  Old Lius young master took a bite and nodded repeatedly, "Hmmm! Not bad at all. You hold steady, Ill go give them some osmanthus honey too."

  Gu Liu Shao Ye held up the osmanthus honey and poured it over each dish, until he reached Qin Wangs place. Qin Wang slanted his eyes at him after he finished pouring the osmanthus honey, and threw the silver fork in his hand into the plate. "I didnt say anything wrong, how old are you this year? You were deceived by a few words from a little servant girl, and even the osmanthus honey became something good."

  Jin Zheyan was taken aback, and Wang Yes sudden interest in leisure activities seemed strange. Gu Liu Shaoye was even more perplexed, "It... really doesnt taste bad, dont believe me? Try some."

  Lu Yi seemed lost in thought as he gazed sideways, intently eating his zongzi, then looked towards Qin Wang.

  Li Wenshan stood up, and even Li Wenlan, who was savoring the sweet glutinous rice balls, didnt dare to eat anymore. She looked at Li Wenshan with trepidation, but Li Wenshan was staring at Li Xia.

  "Brother, Im full, lets go, I want to head back." Qin Wangs sudden temper had lifted Li Xias heart, this Qin Wang was far from the kind and benevolent impression she had of him. Better hurry up and leave then.

  "Really, if Ah Xia hadnt reminded me, I would have forgotten the time. Meeting Prince Wang and the Crown Prince, as well as General and Liu Lang, was too exciting! Thank you for your hospitality, my brother and sister and I thank everyone." Li Wenshan immediately took his leave, bowing deeply to each person in gratitude.

  The King of Qins interest was waning, mixed with a hint of annoyance, his face sinking, he waved his hand, seemingly unwilling to say another word.

  Jin Zhe thought about Qin Wangs inexplicable temper, raised his hand and nodded slightly, but didnt say a word. Gu Liu Shao Ye held the osmanthus honey in his hand, looking bewildered, he felt like he had done something wrong? But what was it?

  "Wu Lang Liu Lang, Jiu Niang Zi slow walk, Ill let Cheng Ying send the three of you back." Lu Yi smiled warmly and politely sent the three people out of the hall, calling over Cheng Ying to instruct a few words.

  Li Xia lay in Wu Ges arms, watching Lu Yi being sent away, her heart feeling warm and sour. Her Imperial Guard Commander, the person she trusted most, had always been so good to her, past life and present life.

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