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Chapter 19: The Target of Public Criticism

  Demon Doctor Wild Concubine

  Upon hearing this, Shen Yunxi's slender eyebrows furrowed slightly, not having expected Shuang'er to ask such a question. She then smiled enchantingly at her and countered with a query of her own: "What do you think?"

  Shuang Er furrowed her brow as soon as she heard it, what kind of answer was this?

  She just didn't know if she had a relationship with her, that's why she asked, otherwise why would she ask her?

  "Never mind then. I'm tired after a whole day, miss. I need some rest now, so you'd better leave quickly."

  Shen Yunxi said as she handed the cleaned bowls and chopsticks to Shuang'er, pushing her out before slamming the door shut with a "bang", making it clear that she didn't want to give a clear answer to Shuang'er's question.

  Shuang'er held a tray and looked at the tightly closed door, frowning again. How could Miss be like this? She didn't even know the answer yet and was in such a hurry to drive her out?

  However, she thought that Shen Yunxi was indeed too tired today, so she didn't persist and just let out a deep sigh, thinking that it had nothing to do with her whether he had a relationship with the young lady or not. Since even the king couldn't find out who it was, then so be it. Then she turned around and left.

  In the room, Shen Yunxi reviewed the things about Ningmeng again and put away the record report. Then, she gently pushed open the window, raised her head, and gazed at the crescent moon hanging on the treetops.

  Thinking of Fang Cai's question just now, the corner of his mouth couldn't help but rise with a faint smile, obviously somewhat pleased.

  The answer is obvious, if it's not her then who else? Tell me, how many people in the Tianqi dynasty have the guts to pluck hair from the crown prince's head?

  She said she would strike back.

  What is it that men fear most being hurt by?

  Male dignity!

  There's a saying: don't mess with a man's dignity! If so, she shouldn't have touched his sore spot at such an old age!

  Actually, the news had been spread out last night. As for that letter, it was just a cover-up, or rather, an intentional act. So, Feng Qingchen's guess this morning was correct, but unfortunately, he couldn't find any evidence.

  Of course, she wouldn't say it out loud. Because she deeply understands a saying: walls have ears.

  Thinking about it, Shen Yunxi couldn't help but feel a thrill of excitement whenever she thought of Feng Qingchen's furious face in broad daylight. Unfortunately, she didn't have any evidence that he was the one she had instructed to do so; otherwise, she would have liked to play with him some more.

  To reward myself, I need to brew a good pot of tea for myself, thinking so, I acted accordingly.

  Just then, there was a sudden knock at the door outside.

  Shen Yunxi thought it was Shuang'er, who had come back with unfinished business, and said to the outside without lifting her head: "Shuang'er, don't bother me again, go back quickly."

  But after saying that for a while, there was no sound outside the door, Shen Yunxi couldn't help but furrow her brow, had she misheard?

  Although she was thinking this way, Shen Yunxi put down the teapot and walked to the door, creaking it open with a "squeak".

  As she looked at the tall figure standing outside the door, Shen Yunxi's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise.

  Phoenix light dust? !

  Shen Yunxi never expected that the person standing outside the door would be him, Feng Qingchen. It was really beyond her expectation. Was this what they called 'speak of the devil'?

  Shen Yunxi originally thought that with the unpleasantness of the past two days, Feng Qingchen would not only be unwilling to see her, but would also walk far, far away!

  Unexpectedly, he came at this time.

  Moreover, his mood seemed to be not bad at all, and the anger from earlier had completely disappeared. His thin lips were now slightly upturned, with a hint of an arc.

  "Your Highness, how did you end up here?"

  The shock in Shen Yunxi's eyes was seen by Feng Qingchen. However, seeing her standing at the door with no intention of letting him enter, he spoke up: "Does the princess want me to stand outside all night?"

  As for Shen Yunxi's words, he did not respond.

  Upon hearing this, Shen Yunxi responded with a sound and almost reflexively took a step back to the side, making way. Then, she watched as Feng Qingchen's slender legs stepped into the house.

  However, thinking of the profound meaning in his previous words, Shen Yunxi walked into the house and said to Feng Qingchen who was already seated at the table: "Tonight, will the king stay overnight at Suishou Pavilion?"

  Feng Qingchen raised her head, her beautiful eyes narrowing, "Doesn't the princess welcome me?"

  This remark seems to be unsatisfactory no matter how it is answered. If affirmative, Shen Yunxi cannot pass her own test; if negative, the master in front of her will not be happy.

  Although she wasn't afraid of provoking him again, she couldn't afford to provoke him before figuring out his purpose for coming here.

  Shen Yunxi was taken aback and didn't answer immediately. After thinking for a moment, he said: "I'm just curious what the true purpose of Master Wang's visit to Su Yu Xuan is."

  As they spoke, Shen Yunxi poured a cup of freshly brewed West Lake Longjing tea and handed it to Feng Qingchen. Then, she poured herself a cup before sitting down at the table.

  It seems that his mood today is really good, after listening to Shen Yunxi's words, his expression did not reveal any displeasure. He elegantly picked up the teacup, took a light sip, and savored the refreshing and rich flavor, leaving a lasting impression!

  He, with an enchanting smile, raised his lips again: "Good tea!"

  Then, Xuan Mu said to Shen Yunxi: "I didn't expect the princess to have a skill for brewing tea."

  "Your Highness is overpraising." Shen Yunxi smiled slightly, but the smile didn't reach her eyes: "However, Your Highness hasn't answered what I said earlier." Looking at Feng Qingchen like this, Shen Yunxi suddenly felt a bad premonition in her heart. She couldn't quite put her finger on why it was bad, but she felt that she had been too hasty in her joy just now.

  "Oh? Almost forgot." Feng Qingchen suddenly realized, then put down the teacup and said to her: "Today, regarding the rumors about me outside, I think it's necessary for me to prove something. Prove that I'm not as inhumane as the rumors say."

  Upon hearing this, Shen Yunxi understood the meaning behind Feng Qingchen's words in an instant. Her face suddenly turned as red as a volcanic eruption, bursting forth with a flush that rivaled the dawn clouds.

  However, she soon calmed down and smiled faintly: "Since it's a rumor, Yunxi wouldn't take it to heart. Listening to it is enough. If the prince really wants to prove it, he can go to other concubines' rooms to verify it. There's no need to come to my Suoyu Pavilion."

  The refusal was all too clear, and although Feng Qingchen's lips were still curled up, his dark eyes were a cold and unfeeling color that made Shen Yuncreek feel a chill in her heart.

  Um, she said so, nothing wrong with that?

  Then she said: "Your Highness, don't be in a hurry to get angry. In fact, Yunxi doesn't want to become the target of public criticism."

  Feng Qing's eyebrows slightly furrowed, and for a moment she didn't quite understand the meaning behind Shen Yunxi's words. However, being as astute as she was, she quickly grasped the underlying implication of his statement.

  "Did the queen walk around the mansion today, and didn't anyone tell you that those concubines in the mansion are just ornaments, mere decorations?" As she spoke, the coldness in Feng Qingchen's eyes had dissipated, replaced by a deep smile.

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