He casually put on a green-green embroidered gold round-necked double-breasted gown and went out to greet her.

When she saw that Pei Yan was also wearing a light cyan shirt, Tao Ti was slightly startled. What was going on with this sense of déjà vu in a couple's outfit...

Li Gui saluted her from behind the screen, and Tao Ti was even more confused. She asked Pei Yan in a low voice, "Why is Manager Li here?"

After Pei Yan explained his purpose, Tao Ti spread her hands with some regret, "It was gone yesterday. I ate some myself, and the rest was shared with the palace people."

After a pause, she raised her little head and looked at Pei Yan with her glossy black eyes, "If it doesn't work, should I do some more?"

"No need." Pei Yan denied simply. His long eyelashes cast a shadow under his eyes, making his eye sockets darker.

"But……"

"You are a lonely princess, not a cook. When you feel like it, you can cook and eat by yourself. If others ask you to cook, you don't have to pay attention."

Pei Yan said this in a very calm tone, and Tao Ti didn't know if it was her imagination. She vaguely felt that his aura was different, eerie, cold, and very unfamiliar.

She raised her eyes to look at his handsome side face, as calm as usual.

Maybe she was overthinking it? But with Pei Yan's words, she breathed a sigh of relief. She was about to fall asleep, and she really didn't want to bother anymore.

She glanced outside the screen, "Here, Manager Li..."

"To tell you the truth, Concubine Xu will not be able to understand this matter clearly."

Tao Ti nodded, suddenly remembered something, and called Linglong over, "Go get a jar of rose jam I made this afternoon."

Soon after, a small sealed jar of rose jam was brought over.

Tao Ti stood behind the screen and said softly, "Mr. Li, it's hard for you to make this trip, so I won't let you run away in vain. I also bother you to bring this rose flower jam to Xu Guifei, and keep this flower jam for another five days."

It's marinated, and it will taste very good whether you use it to make porridge or rinse it with water."

Li Gui quickly thanked him and left holding the jar of flower sauce.

The hall became quiet for a moment.

Tao Ti looked at the tall and tall Pei Yan and asked softly, "Your Highness, it's getting late..."

Subtext, is it time for you to return to Zixiao Palace?

Hearing this, Pei Yan slowly lowered his eyes and looked at her with deep eyes.

I saw that her black hair was scattered softly behind her, and her petite body was covered with a thin green shirt. Perhaps she got up in a hurry, her collar was slightly open, her neck was slender and white, and her delicate and small collarbone could be vaguely seen.

.

Tao Ti felt his gaze, sheepishly gathered her clothes, lowered her head and explained, "I, I was just getting ready to sleep."

"I'm disturbing you." Pei Yan turned around and glanced out the window. The night was already deep.

"..." Tao Ti waited quietly for him to leave.

However, the next moment, a cough broke the silence.

"Cough cough cough..." Pei Yan took out the handkerchief and pressed it to his thin lips, as if suppressing the discomfort, suppressing an unhealthy blush on his cold white face.

"Your Highness, are you okay?" Tao Ti was startled and subconsciously reached out to help him, "Quick, come over here and sit down."

Through the thin clothes, Pei Yan could feel the warmth of her palms, and the soft touch, like a soft cloud.

Fu Xirui who was outside was very nervous when he heard the noise. He wanted to come in but was afraid of collision, so he had to ask through the screen, "What's wrong with Your Highness? Do you want me to call the imperial doctor?"

Pei Yan said in a low voice with a hoarse voice, "It's okay... cough cough... I guess I caught a bit of cold wind when I came here, and now I have a cough... There is no need to call the imperial doctor."

"Your Highness, please sit down first." Tao Ti helped him sit down and poured him a glass of water.

She was standing next to him, very close, and her nose was filled with her sweet fragrance. Her slender waist was bent like a soft willow that was easily broken.

"Your Highness, please drink a cup of hot tea first."

A pair of small white hands holding a tea cup appeared in front of him. Pei Yan lowered his eyes, his long eyelashes covering the dark light in his eyes. He said in a low voice, "Thank you."

When they took the tea cup, their hands accidentally touched each other.

His fingertips were still cold, like condensed ice and snow.

Her palms were warm, like the warm sunshine of spring.

Pei Yan's eyes flashed slightly, and he picked up the tea cup to cover up the almost undetectable strangeness.

Tao Ti didn't take that inadvertent touch to heart. Seeing him holding a tea cup and drinking water in small sips, like a weak and helpless kitten, her tone became softer and softer, "It's cold at night, you don't have to come in person."

, just send someone to pass the message..."

Pei Yan said, "I am worried that you will be nervous when you suddenly see Li Guixun... It would be better for you to come here in person."

It's so considerate. Tao Ti's clear eyes became softer and softer, and she said softly, "Then don't wear such thin clothes in the future, wear more..."

Pei Yan raised his face, looked straight at her with his dazzling black eyes, and suddenly smiled softly, "Well, I understand."

When he smiled, Tao Ti suddenly felt his heart beat wildly: He looks so cute like this!

Pei Chang had a pair of very beautiful peach blossom eyes, which were now widened and looked a bit round, giving him a clean and youthful look, like a snow-white ragdoll cat with a noble bloodline.

Tao Ti seemed to suddenly understand the excitement of a star-chasing girl seeing her brother’s beautiful high-definition photos. With such a godly appearance in front of her, who can withstand it!?

Realizing the messy thoughts in her mind, Tao Ti turned away with a complicated mood and took a deep breath.

No, no, such a weak little pitiful person should be well protected. How could she have the evil idea of ​​pressing him under her body and torturing him? It’s all because of that pervert Qiongqi, who always recommended Haitang to her before.

Ah, my mother-in-law and the like have brought her down!

After adjusting her mood, Tao Ti's cheeks were hot and she said in a small voice, "How about you sleep here tonight?...Well, I won't save you from running back and blowing another cold wind."

Pei Yan looked at the slightly red tips of her ears with clear eyes and raised her thin lips, "Okay."

…

In the red tent, the two of them were lying side by side. After chatting for a while, Tao Ti talked about Xu Wenchan coming to play with her tomorrow. Pei Yan listened quietly and agreed from time to time.

Gradually, sleepiness came over her. She said "good night" softly, closed her eyes and fell asleep.

After an unknown amount of time, Pei Yan turned sideways, listening to the slow and even breathing in his ears.

In the dim light, he stared at her like a dormant animal.

The curtain was filled with the sweet fragrance of his daughter's home. His knuckled hand slowly stretched out, and finally landed gently on her cheek.

Her cheeks are very soft, very elastic, and have a delicate and smooth touch that makes people fall in love with them.

His deep black eyes showed a hint of confusion, but soon, this confusion was replaced by a strong and rich possessive desire.

He clearly realized that he was interested in her——

For example, an inkstone, a sword, or a small pet, as long as he wants it, he will use any means to seize it, to possess it, and to make it his palm.

Only now, those items have been replaced by women.

A woman he wanted to possess.

His slender fingers slowly moved from his cheek to Tao Ti's plump and charming lips, which were as soft as cherries. His rough fingertips stroked them very gently, again and again, with a bit of bad teasing.

"Well..." Feeling the coolness on her lips, Tao Ti let out a delicate and soft cry in her sleep.

She had a vague dream, and it was a hot summer afternoon. She and Qiongqi were holding a mung bean popsicle, squatting on the edge of the curb to look at beautiful women.

Mung bean popsicles are cool, sweet and very refreshing.

Tao Ti stuck out her tongue and licked it with enjoyment.

Hmm, delicious.

Pei Yan's fingertips trembled, and a hint of surprise burst out of his indifferent eyes.

"Eat...delicious..." she murmured in a low voice, and smacked it with her little mouth.

The warmth and moisture from the tip of her tongue seemed to still remain on his fingertips. Pei Yan chuckled lightly, and soon the eyes he looked at her became darker.

What a greedy little cat.

…

Qinzheng Hall.

The night was already deep, but the lights in the palace were still bright.

The owner of this palace was sitting on the throne. After listening to Li Gui's report, he snorted, "I didn't know she was good at cooking."

Li Gui smiled and said, "Your Majesty, I observed carefully for a while. The Crown Princess was very gentle and courteous when talking to the Crown Prince. I also heard from Fu Xirui that during this period, the Crown Princess brought snacks to the Crown Prince every now and then.

, the two of them get along very well. I think that before the Crown Princess did such things, it was just impulsive. Now that we know that our Highness is a gentle and upright gentleman, naturally we will not make trouble again."

Emperor Zhaokang felt very comfortable hearing these words. His eyes widened and he said, "I have taken Yan'er by my side and taught him since he was a child. His conduct is impeccable. If Mrs. Tao can really settle down and live a good life with Yan'er,

Naturally, I will not treat her and the Tao family badly."

Li Gui repeatedly echoed, "Your Majesty is really kind-hearted."

Emperor Zhaokang asked a few more questions about the prince's situation, then waved his hand to signal Li Gui to retreat.

The huge palace suddenly became extremely quiet again, the windows were open, the night wind blew in, and the lights on the candlesticks swayed, flickering on and off.

Emperor Zhaokang stood up slowly, walked to the ancient cabinet behind him, and gently turned a hidden button. The next moment, a deep and long drawer opened with a "click".
To be continued...