Chapter 327

This is a simple but clean small courtyard. The fallen leaves in the yard are clean. There were no weeds in the flower beds on both sides, and the fragrance of the blooming rose attracted a few bees buzzing for honey. A tall paulownia tree was planted in the yard. It was early summer. The leaves of paulownia tree had grown bigger than palms. Strings of purple flowers were hanging on the branches, which could be seen from a distance.

Luo qingluan has lived in this small courtyard for three days. This is the temporary residence arranged by Xiao Yuqi for her.

Originally, she wanted to live in the prince's house, but Luo qingluan refused. When she came to Dongwan to take shelter, she not only wanted to escape the arrest of the Western Chu emperor, but also had another mind.

He had discussed with Nangong Yu before. He wanted to see Dongwan's business, but he never had a chance, so Nangong Yu could only send his confidants to take care of it. Now it's rare to come to Dongwan. Luo qingluan wants to have a good inspection sometime. If she lives in the prince's house, it will inevitably cause a lot of inconvenience and cause Xiao Yuqi's awareness.

Just thinking, there was a sound of footsteps at the door. Luo qingluan guessed that most of it was Xiao Yuqi. He stood up and looked at the door.

Sure enough, as she expected, Xiao Yuqi brought her some basic daily necessities every day these two days, whether it's daily necessities or clothes. In a word, it's all ready and hospitable.

As soon as she saw Luo qingluan, Xiao Yuqi smiled: "Miss Luo, have you had breakfast?"

Since Luo qingluan came to Dongwan, Xiao Yuqi didn't call her Princess Chu anymore. Naturally, both of them knew it. On the one hand, in order to hide his identity for Luo qingluan, on the other hand, it would be bad if someone knew that a princess lived here and attracted people's attention, so Xiao Yuqi called Luo qingluan's maiden name.

Looking at the servant behind Xiao Yuqi carrying a bamboo basket, Luo qingluan smiled and asked, "what did Prince Xiao bring me? I'm sorry to bother you these two days."

The servant's name is Li Dong. He has been running around with Xiao Yuqi and has won his trust.

As soon as he heard Luo qingluan's question, he trotted all the way, put the bamboo basket on the stone table in front of Luo qingluan, opened it and showed it to her: "Miss Lu, this is the bamboo treasure cake brought to you by our crown prince. It's our most famous snack. Please try it."

With that, he smiled twice with a flattering face.

Li Dong knew that the Luo girl in front of him was brought back by his Royal Highness the prince from Xichu. Although he didn't know her identity and family background, she was as beautiful as an immortal and her temperament was far higher than other golden girls he had seen. He took it for granted that his royal highness liked Miss Luo. Why didn't he hurry to curry favor with her.

In front of him was a plate of snacks wrapped in green bamboo leaves. It was obviously just steamed and exuded steaming heat. Luo qingluan immediately smelled a faint fragrance and sweetness.

Xiao Yuqi was also impolite. He lifted his clothes and sat on the stone bench in front of Luo qingluan.

Recently, he is familiar with Luo qingluan, and he is not as strange and polite as before. He picked up two pairs of chopsticks in the bamboo basket and handed one to Luo qingluan. He smiled and didn't speak, but the meaning was self-evident.

In recent two days, Luo qingluan has slept restlessly. This morning, she got up late. After washing, she stood in the yard and thought about things. She really didn't have time to eat.

Also living with Luo qingluan are Xu Lian and Xu Wei. Xu Lian is responsible for Luo qingluan's three times a day, serving with her, while Xu Wei lives in the outer courtyard and is responsible for protecting Luo qingluan's safety.

Although they also think that the crown prince of Dongwan has a good character and is also their life-saving benefactor, anyway, whether Xu Lian or Xu Wei, they also maintain a certain vigilance and suspicion towards Xiao Yuqi.

Luo qingluan smiled: "Prince Xiao came just in time. I really didn't have breakfast."

She gently took a chopstick of bamboo cake. It was really soft and smooth. It tasted sweet and delicious, with the fragrance of bamboo leaves and the smoothness of glutinous rice Tender. For a moment, Luo qingluan couldn't eat it. What was it made of.

"How?" Xiao Yuqi looked at her expectantly.

Luo qingluan nodded: "it's really good. I'm worthy of being the cook of the prince's house. My craft is very good. It's the first time I've eaten such a special cake."

In addition to the bamboo cake, Xiao Yuqi also brought some preserved fruits and desserts. A plate of translucent dumplings filled with soup smelled even more delicious. Luo qingluan was just a little hungry at the moment. She ate four in one breath, regardless of her image.

Xiao Yuqi didn't care at all. Instead, he thought Luo qingluan was very forthright and not as delicate and artificial as other noble women.

After breakfast, it was almost noon. Luo qingluan came to her senses, took the handkerchief handed by Xu Lian and wiped her mouth. Then she asked, "Prince Xiao, what's the situation in the city now? I want to go out of the city sometime. Isn't it convenient?"

Since he was going out, Luo qingluan didn't intend to hide it from Xiao Yuqi. After all, this is his territory.

If the other party wants to monitor her, I'm afraid she can't hide it. Just say it frankly, which also shows her trust in Xiao Yuqi and heart to heart.

It seems that this is also in Xiao Yuqi's expectation. He looked at Luo qingluan and said with a smile: "it's almost the same. I'd like to take you out here today. Let Miss Luo see the customs and customs of Dongwan. After all, I'm afraid these days. It's a distraction to go out and play."

Luo qingluan doesn't want to go out with Xiao Yuqi. The place she wants to go is not known to Xiao Yuqi, otherwise he will notice.

Luo qingluan said lightly, "don't bother, Prince Xiao. I'll just go with Xu Lian and Xu Wei. You have so many things, you don't have to waste time with me."

How many also understood Luo qingluan's meaning. Xiao Yuqi smiled faintly and didn't insist: "well, in that case, Miss Luo can stroll around by herself. If there's anything, you can take out this thing..."

With that, he took off a jade pendant from his waist and handed it to Luo qingluan: "this is my keepsake. Miss Luo can take it with her for a rainy day."

Unexpectedly, Xiao Yuqi was so thoughtful. Luo qingluan looked at the jade pendant in front of her, which was different from the one Nalan night gave her. This black jade pendant is engraved with a flying dragon, which is surrounded by clouds. It looks vivid and has been played by the owner.

Luo qingluan picked up the jade pendant and saw that there was a word Xiao behind it. I'm afraid it was something of the royal family.

Luo qingluan immediately said, "I'm afraid it's not very good, Prince Xiao. This jade pendant is so valuable. If I accidentally damage it..."

"Brother Prince, how did you give this jade pendant to this woman?"

Unexpectedly, a discordant voice suddenly sounded. Even if Luo qingluan didn't look back, she knew who was coming.

Xiao Ningyu has long wanted to find Luo qingluan, but every time she asks Xiao Yuqi, the latter doesn't tell her where Luo qingluan lives. No, if Xiao Ningyu hadn't sent someone to follow Xiao Yuqi, he wouldn't have found this small courtyard today.

Looking up and down at the yard, a trace of disdain flashed in Xiao Ningyu's eyes.

She wouldn't live here in such a humble yard. Of course, this woman deserves to live in this dirty and humble place. After all, she is still a fugitive from the Western Chu!

Walking quickly, Xiao Ningyu stretched out her hand to Luo qingluan and said proudly, "return the jade pendant. You can't take it at will!"

Luo qingluan not only didn't return it, but pinched the black jade pendant more tightly: "Princess duanrou, how can you get a good voice in two days? You're not afraid of being unable to speak in the cold? Be careful."

"You... Luo qingluan, how dare you threaten this palace?" A look of fear flashed in Xiao Ningyu's eyes. When she mentioned the starting point, she still had lingering palpitations.

The next day when she came to Dongwan, Luo qingluan went to lift the ban on Xiao Ningyu's voice. After all, for the sake of Xiao Yuqi's help, she couldn't use Xiao Ningyu's voice as a check and balance.

Although Luo qingluan knew that Xiao Ningyu would not stop, even so, she didn't worry about Xiao Ningyu. If the other party really makes trouble, isn't there someone else who can deal with her?

Sure enough, Xiao Ningyu's face changed and he was about to rob the ink jade pendant. Xiao Yuqi's face sank: "Ningyu, don't be rude. Miss Luo is my guest. How can you act like this? Don't insult your princess's identity."

"Brother!" Xiao Ning became coquettish when Yu Dun said, "how can you say that about me? I'm your sister. This woman has a bad heart. You still give her your jade pendant. Who knows if she will do anything with it?"

"I brought the jade pendant to Miss Luo. Don't worry about it." Xiao Yuqi said Xiao Ningyu with a straight face. Looking back at Luo qingluan, he was very guilty. "Miss Luo, I'm sorry. She Mei's temper has always been like this. Please forgive me."

Luo qingluan smiled and said nothing.

This Xiao Ningyu is really spoiled by others. Otherwise, if it weren't for her Princess status, could she be so arrogant? I'm afraid if one word is wrong, I'll be slapped by others. As a woman, no matter how beautiful the company commander is, he has to rely on his brain.

Seeing that Xiao Yuqi couldn't move, Xiao Ningyu became more and more angry.

She has been hoarse for half a month. It's easy to return to normal. She was cured by Luo qingluan, but she was also hoarse! Xiao Ningyu hasn't heard this tone in her heart yet!

Originally, Luo qingluan didn't want to follow them back to Dongwan, and Xiao Ningyu was warned by his brother. He must not tell Luo qingluan's identity and whereabouts, otherwise

Although Xiao Yuqi didn't say how to punish Xiao Ningyu, Xiao Ningyu also knew that once her brother took it seriously, she didn't dare to fool around. Otherwise, her brother's anger would be terrible.

But she couldn't make Xiao Ningyu swallow this tone, so she easily knew Luo qingluan's residence and immediately ran to find fault. After all, Dongwan is her place. I'm afraid Luo qingluan will be unlucky.

Not wanting to waste time with the unruly princess, Luo qingluan got up with the jade pendant and said faintly to Xiao Yuqi, "well, thank Prince Xiao for his jade pendant. I'll go out now."

"Stop!"

Before Luo qingluan took a step, Xiao Ningyu had stretched out her hand to block her. "If you don't give the jade pendant to the palace today, don't think of this door."

I really have a face and figure, but my brain hasn't improved much? Luo qingluan shook his head and looked at Xiao Yuqi helplessly: "Prince Xiao, if I have any offense to the princess, please forgive me."

"Ning Yu, don't come yet!" Xiao Yuqi knew that Luo qingluan was unhappy and his face was black with anger. He doesn't want Xiao Ningyu to offend Luo qingluan, but he can't teach his sister too much in front of Luo qingluan. After all, family ugliness can't be publicized.

Seeing Luo qingluan go out with a girl and servants, Xiao Ningyu chopped her feet and complained to Xiao Yuqi. But her brother, who usually dotes on her again, ignored her today. He only looked grave and serious.