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Jinse couldn't help but feel a sense of longing; that woman in the water was truly happy. Listening to this tune and experiencing the different essence of Spiritual Incense, although Mel seemed rather mischievous, her sincerity was unmatched. While her heart for Hibiscus remained unwavering, today's events were undoubtedly embarrassing for her. At this moment, being confessed to through such a song moved her to tears.
As dusk fell, everyone tidied up and began their journey home, all looking forward to the evening's Lantern Festival. On the way back, Jinse took Fengyin onto the carriage, and Spiritual Incense shyly climbed in as well.
Several men were filled with enthusiasm. "Let's have a real race."
"Alright."
"Sure."
"Okay."
It was unclear who suggested it, but four fine horses galloped away in a rush.
In that moment, Xuan Li also let down his guard. Sometimes he didn't understand why his blood-related brother sought his life; only those riding alongside him now were honest with him, surpassing even his own siblings.
This is the bond of the Five Great Families, weathered by storms yet unchanged. Otherwise, how could the Heavenly Xuan Empire have maintained stability and prosperity for over four hundred years?
"You all must be tired. Quickly take the girl and the maid to freshen up; we need to head out for the Lantern Festival soon," Haitang said, taking out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat from Xuan Li's forehead, urging him with concern.
Fengyin blushed as she approached Hibiscus and handed her his handkerchief before following Qiao'er back to Windward Pavilion to freshen up.
"Spiritual Incense will wash up with your aunt; she has prepared beautiful clothes for you," Haitang said, still thinking about bringing Hibiscus and Spiritual Incense together.
However, seeing Spiritual Incense today did not spark much interest, so after everyone had dispersed, she asked her, "What happened to you, Spiritual Incense?"
"Auntie, today I pushed that veiled maid off the cliff, but she flew back up. Everyone knows I was lying now." Haitang felt a jolt at this news; what could be done about it?
"Silly girl, your royal brother is so clever; how can you be such a foolish royal sister? This isn't just a matter of lying; it's about a life!" Haitang patted Spiritual Incense's hand. "You mustn't harm her again. She is a divine healer and skilled in martial arts; you can't harm her. Silly child, you should just focus on Mel." Although such matters were common in the royal family, even the naive Spiritual Incense had been influenced by them. It was hard to imagine how bloody and ruthless the brothers were in the palace, and Haitang couldn't help but feel sorry for Xuan Li.
Spiritual Incense cried out, "I really like Brother Mugen."
Haitang comforted her, "You told your royal brother to marry Fengyin, so you might not have a chance." Her royal brother marrying Fengyin?
The girl's innocence mixed with her disregard for human life was undoubtedly a frightening thing. Assassins are cold-hearted and must harden their hearts to take action, but treating lives as mere weeds shows how terrifying the palace is; it is even quieter than the rivers and lakes.
"Miss," Qiao'er stammered.
"Yes? Do you want to go see the lanterns with me?" She truly had a clever heart.
Qiao'er blushed and nodded shyly. Fengyin pulled her aside; a bright red long dress was hanging on the screen, made of silk and embroidered with flowers and birds.
"Miss, what is this?"
"This is something I bought when I returned today while Jinse and the others were shopping at the market. I got it for you."
"Thank you, Miss." Qiao'er knelt down.
"Try it on first." Fengyin helped her up.
"Mm." Qiao'er happily took the clothes and turned behind the screen.
After a while, she walked out with her head down. Even though people are dressed by their attire, Qiao'er looked charming with a flushed face.
"I'll help you with your hair."
"Miss, can you do it?" Qiao'er asked softly.
"Uh, no."
"Then I'll do it myself."
"Alright." Fengyin obediently sat on the ground and waited.
"Qiao'er is done, Miss, take a look." Qiao'er turned around, looking quite ethereal.
"It's still missing something." Fengyin murmured as she lowered her head, "I don't have any hair accessories either."
Got it! Fengyin took out her purple veil and began to cut it with scissors. "You sit down." Qiao'er complied and sat down. With her delicate hands moving skillfully, soon a row of light purple flowers appeared in Qiao'er's hairpin, looking very elegant.
"It looks beautiful! I didn't expect this day for you, Qiao'er." Women always long to be beautiful. Although Qiao'er was a maid, beauty has always been a woman's dream. She couldn't help but feel a bit emotional. Just then, outside, a little girl called out, "The young master is here! Sister Qiao'er is dressing up with the miss."
"Miss, the young master has arrived," Qiao'er said to Fengyin.
"Okay, let's go out."
After the Life and Death Bond, love is no longer built on outward beauty. Now in Hibiscus's eyes, she is beautiful no matter what. Because the most beautiful aspect of love has been imprinted deep in her heart.
Tonight, however, Qiao'er made Lin Ke, who stood beside Hibiscus, feel a bit impulsive. At twenty-seven years old, he had served his young master for several years without starting a family. Recently, working alongside Qiao'er, he had grown quite fond of her skillful hands and gentle nature. Now that Qiao'er was dressed so charmingly, his heart was even more unsettled. After all, with her current appearance, it would not be surprising if some wealthy gentleman took a liking to her and wanted to make her a concubine.
"You, when did you become so quirky?" Hibiscus playfully tapped Fengyin's forehead, receiving an innocent look in return.
Hibiscus exchanged glances with Lin Ke, and after years of understanding between them, Lin Ke immediately understood and took Qiao'er to walk behind Hibiscus and Fengyin.
Qiao'er also liked Lin Ke; otherwise, she wouldn't have asked Fengyin to take her to the Lantern Festival. Now she was shyly looking down.
As the lights began to glow, a group of handsome men and beautiful women arrived at the Lantern Festival. The streets were filled with dazzling lights that captivated the eyes of onlookers. The lanterns depicted landscapes and flowers or featured poetry, making them perfect for lovers' secret meetings. There were also floating flower lanterns and Kongming Lanterns, along with the elegant pastime of guessing lantern riddles. The streets were alive with performances—fire breathing, acrobatics—and various snacks that made Fengyin linger happily. Hibiscus let everyone explore first while he accompanied Fengyin along this street for over an hour. By the time they reached the dock for the flower boat ride they had agreed upon, everyone had been waiting for quite some time. The flower boat was decorated with fresh flowers and lanterns, allowing them to enjoy the splendid scenery of the Lantern Festival while also providing an opportunity to buy their favorite lanterns or trinkets from the shore. However, Hibiscus noticed that aside from her love for food, Fengyin seemed to let the scenery and sounds of the festival slip by unnoticed; she was really just here to eat.
"Glutton," Hibiscus lightly tapped her forehead again, and Fengyin's two exposed eyes looked particularly mournful.
"Is it beautiful?"
"Beautiful."
"Do you want to see more?"
"Look over there." Fengyin raised her eyes to a pavilion by the water, draped with red curtains that read "Tossing the Embroidered Ball to Seek a Spouse." It caught a lot of people's attention; Xuan Li and others who were originally making their own Kongming Lanterns couldn't help but look up as well.
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