Chapter Nine, the expression of the hibiscus

Upon hearing the great joy, Prince Xiaobai repeatedly praised, "Fourth Sister is so clever and smart; she will surely marry a suitable husband in the future." He even insisted on giving me what seemed to be a very valuable white jade pendant as a gift for our meeting

Song Zijing said: "I have heard that there are refugees outside the city who are lacking clothing and food, without a fixed place to stay. I am concerned that with the weather turning warmer, there may be an outbreak of epidemics, so I came to take a look"

Zhao Jiabing, seeing that he could not catch up, shouted in anger: "Stop! Stop!"

I smiled and said, "Brother Fox is really good to me, how should I thank you?"

As I expected, those Zhao family soldiers truly mistook me for Song Zijing and all pursued me. Having roamed this area for quite some time, I am familiar with the terrain, turning left and right, and they are unable to catch up with me.

Then a dignified and righteous male voice was heard saying: "In the grand Shengjing, beneath the feet of the Son of Heaven, there is no room for you petty thieves to act recklessly here"

The handsome man in white paused for a moment and said, "Are you a woman?"

Song Zijing said: "As soon as I arrived, I heard them talking about a kind-hearted and generous young lady. The Fourth Miss truly opened my eyes."

I burst out laughing: "What?"

Ma Dashao's son, Jin Zhu, rushed over in a hurry, shouting: "Mother, that gentleman helped Erwa fix his leg."

Everyone let out a sigh of relief. My eyes suddenly lit up, and I called out loudly to someone in the loyal dog group: "Brother Fox!"

Similarly, Miss Zhao may be able to let it go, but Old Master Zhao may not be able to.

I asked Song Zijing, "How come you are here as well?"

I flattered, "Absolutely! My third sister is also quite good. It would be wonderful if Your Highness could be my brother-in-law."

The result is that Yunxiang is smarter than I am: "Miss, in this way, Mr. Song will have gone and not returned."

Second Prince

King Han's grandson came over and pulled me aside, asking: "What are you doing here? Why do you look so disheveled? Does your brother know? Come, I will take you home"

As soon as Ma Dashao saw me, she warmly greeted, "Miss Min, come over and have a seat, I have made tea eggs"

Madam Ma's face was filled with joy: "Yes. Although we still cannot enter the city, we are not afraid to leave now. With work available, we no longer have to worry about food."

I turned around. In the chilly spring wind, Song Zijing stood with his hands behind his back, exuding a graceful demeanor reminiscent of pine and willow, embodying the elegance of plum blossoms and snow. His smile was warm, further accentuating his handsome and refined appearance. My heart trembled slightly.

Yun Xiang said: "More than ten soldiers have arrived, from both the east and the west."

I simply took action to strip him of his clothes, saying: "Even if you catch me, what of it? I am, after all, a young lady of the Xie family, and Old Zhao would not dare to offend my father like this."

"Hibiscus," said Han Wangsun

But as a young lady, how can she be chasing after men all over the city? Doesn't her father care about this?

I strained to look at the elegantly approaching busybody through my disheveled hair, and although I felt dizzy, I could still clearly see his tall and slender figure, his luxurious attire, and his handsome yet somewhat unrefined appearance

I look in the mirror. Xie Zhaohua has a delicate appearance, with a pair of large eyes that appear quite clever, yet she is still somewhat distant from the term "jade-faced." However, a woman who is praised for her beauty is always pleased. I smile contentedly at my reflection.

I quickly withdrew my hand

Yunxiang is very pleased: "They all regard you as a fairy, it's just a step away from building a temple for you"

At this time, individuals of shorter stature have gained a significant advantage

King Han Sun took me back to the Xie residence

Prince Xiaobai said: "Do you know each other?"

I am curious: "Wasn't there always disagreement, and even wanting to drive people away? How has this changed now?"

The loyal dogs arrived and asked, "What happened?"

I stomp my foot: "I will disguise myself as you and run away!"

I laugh: "It is a misunderstanding. It is all a misunderstanding."

I lifted my clothes and threw a flying kiss to Song Zijing, saying: "Parting ways, let us meet at the academy!"

I abruptly turned around. The handsome young man with a fair complexion was still in a state of shock. I pointed my not-so-delicate finger at his nose and said: "You! You need to apologize to me!"

Yunxiang also came over to help, and in no time at all, she stripped off Song Zijing's outer garment. His face flushed red, unable to resist, he repeatedly refused, looking both pitiful and adorable. I hurriedly put on the clothes. The outfit fit Song Zijing very well, but on me, it was quite a bit longer. He looked rather thin after all.

The students and the teacher are skipping class together. What if Mrs. Xie decides to inspect the teaching performance today? Would she think that we have eloped together?

The prince, Xiao Bai, probably intended to say "also," but the words turned into an antonym as they came out. "The young lady is innocent and lively, pure and unrefined, and should not belittle herself recklessly"

He did not escort me to the main entrance, but instead took a detour into the side alley.

The King of Han Sun said: "So you can recite poetry, huh"

I stood there with disheveled hair, looking fierce and menacing, like a goddess of vengeance: "What about women? Which of your eyes saw me stealing something?"

No! No need! The King of Han's grandson looks as if he has lost all hope. Could it be that he knows about my "saliva chicken"?

I blushed and led him towards the land temple, "It is truly good that you have come. I am not quite able to manage alone. Some of them, who are physically weak, have already experienced an outbreak of typhoid fever, which I managed to suppress with medication. However, I am worried about a relapse. The area where they reside is narrow and confined, and they draw their drinking water from the small canal nearby. The water from that canal is not clean, and although I have advised them to boil the water before using it, that is not a long-term solution.

Can you find work? I am delighted

One day, Yunxiang came to tell me: "Miss, those villagers outside the city call you 'Miss Min, the one with a jade-like face and a kind heart.'"

With one hand supporting my face, I coyly pose like Sister Furong and say: "What are you gentlemen soldiers saying?"

Miss Zhao is truly remarkable; even after all this, she remains undeterred. It is indeed a case of wanting to see the person alive or the corpse when it comes to matters of life and death

Is this a bandit?

The next day, I sneaked out again

Song Zijing nodded gravely

Yunxiang said: "I heard from Sister Qian in the kitchen that the Second Madam is also a beauty, and she is a good person, but her fate is too thin. Miss, they say your eyes resemble those of the Second Madam."

At this moment, Yunxiang suddenly rushed over, shouting: "Miss, Mr. Song. The Zhao family has sent someone with a * map * and * book * to find Mr. Song."

The Zhao family has a total of fourteen children from the four branches in this generation, and she is the only daughter. The entire family cherishes her dearly. What is it? Have you also taken a liking to Song Zijing?

I said to Song Zijing: "You should escape quickly!"

King Han Sun trembled, greatly frightened

Ah, no need! No need! Zhao Jiabing, seemingly of monk origin, was immediately frightened and covered his eyes, fleeing in all directions, then turned back to continue searching for people outside the city

As we were about to leave, Prince Xiaobai called out to me: "Could the Fourth Young Lady convey my regards to Miss Ling on behalf of the Young King?"

Even with my thick skin, I still feel embarrassed at this moment

Is this Sister Furong—perhaps a younger sister—really as extraordinarily ugly as the legends suggest

This move is indeed a universal remedy

Song Zijing possesses an irresistible charm, having captivated men, women, and children alike within just one day. He can be seen holding a little girl in his left hand and a little boy in his right, turning to chat with an elderly woman one moment and then engaging in conversation with an elderly man the next. I find that I have little to do with this situation.

Song Zijing said sternly: "No, I cannot implicate you!"

My spouse has found a job taking care of horses

I laughed: "Not bad, sister-in-law has been doing well lately."

King Han Sun said: "I truly do not know. However, I have seen her brother Zhao Zhuxiu, who is handsome and refined. I believe Miss Zhao San cannot be too unattractive"

Upon hearing this, Prince Xiaobai's eyes lit up as he said, "Are you Miss Xie Zhaoke's younger sister?"

Ma Dashao said: "So you all know each other. The old man said, 'People tend to associate with those similar to themselves, and things group together; good people also gather together.'"

I laugh: "Brother Fox, green mountains and clear waters, we shall meet again."

It is me. A very, very familiar voice

I sneered

He pointed to a very familiar wall and said: "Climb over by yourself, and inside is your yard"

Han Wangsun said: "Zhao Jiuye's daughter? I do not know her. Do you think other young ladies are like you, exposing themselves all day long"

Madam Ma let out a sigh of relief: "That's great." She then said to me, "In the past few days, another gentleman has also come to deliver food and provide medical care for us."

Song Zijing smiled and said: "Rest assured, they will not stay here for long. The authorities have already permitted the shopkeepers to hire them. Once they find work, they will naturally leave this place. Therefore, you need not worry about the spread of the epidemic."

Although Song Zijing is usually calm and composed, he was immediately flushed with embarrassment by this remark

Song Zijing smiled and said, "I was wondering who that fairy-like Miss Min descending from the heavens was, and it turns out to be you."

King Han Sun said with great pain: "Your Highness, this young lady is the daughter of the esteemed Minister Xie of Wenbo."

I have seen the portrait of Xie Zhaohua's mother. The ancient meticulous paintings depict figures in a rather abstract manner. After observing for a long time, I could not draw any conclusions, only knowing that she was a delicate woman swaying like a weak willow in the wind. Xie Zhaohua herself is robust, able to eat and sleep well, clearly not having inherited her mother's frail constitution

I proudly emerged from the crowd, shouting to the distant shore where the Zhao family soldiers were: "The revolution has not yet succeeded, comrades still need to strive"

Yunxiang has just finished styling my hair, and the children playing outside shout: "They are coming!"

I sneered coldly and suddenly threw him a glance, saying, "Annoying, I might as well have a crush on you."

After climbing over the wall, I heard Han Wangsun weakly utter, "It is best to have no deadline..."

What? I asked

I am eager to extract information, so I do not mind that he has offended my sacred image: "Then you must have heard of her, right"

I placed my hands on my waist, pretending to unfasten it: "Do you want me to prove it to you?"

Miss Zhao, aged fifteen, is the third in line and has been granted the title of Princess of Huilin, with the esteemed name of Furong

Zhao Jiabing's eyes were almost popping out: "Aren't you Song Zijing?"

I unleashed the ancestral technique of the Xie family, "White Fish Passing Through a Gap," moving without touching the ground, slipping through the crowd and quickly darting away.

The King of Han's grandson was already quickly fading from my sight, but upon being publicly called out by me, he had no choice but to stiffen his resolve and lift his head, offering a faint smile: "Fourth sister."

I saw the distance widening, and then I rushed into the city in one breath. Now it has become quite lively.

As soon as I heard it, I asked, "Who is it?"

Song Zijing frowned

On the way, I asked him: "Young Prince, do you know Miss Zhao?"

The fox-faced man smiled. This person was also quite handsome, and when he smiled, his complexion resembled that of a spring dawn, though he gave off a somewhat insincere impression

I suddenly realized and laughed, saying: "I am ashamed. My younger sister is not even one ten-thousandth as good as my elder sister."

I joked with him: "Bad uncle, where are you taking me?"

I angrily sat up and shouted at him: "What are you talking about? Who stole something?"

Without waiting to see Song Zijing's flushed face, he swiftly climbed out of the window

A few people rushed out from the building next door, and the leader, upon hearing my words, shouted loudly: "Do not be disrespectful to the Second Prince!"

He pronounced my third sister's name just as my third sister pronounced Song Zijing's name, softly and gently, with a tender gaze, truly a phrase that surpasses a thousand words.

Over here, those Zhao family soldiers finally managed to push through the crowd to reach the port, panting as they said: "Mr. Song, please come with us."

Why not just clarify it with him in person

I express my heartfelt gratitude as I bid him farewell, pondering whether a suitable husband might indeed become your little stepfather

Do you wish to cut the hibiscus to adjust its color?

Before Song Zijing could speak, the people in the land temple saw us and greeted us warmly: "Miss Min, Mr. Song"

Today, there is a market, and the streets are bustling with activity, with vendors selling goods, street performers entertaining, and families strolling together, causing the roads to be completely congested.

An unidentified object struck me from the side, knocking me to the ground. I was dazed and in excruciating pain. I had no strength left.

A joke! When told to stop, one must stop; the world is free of thieves now!

I steeled myself and commanded Song Zijing: "Take off your clothes!"

I tentatively asked, "Miss Zhao?"

King Han's grandson's facial muscles twitched: "I truly sympathize with your second brother"

Unrefined and unpolished? Would an unrefined and unpolished girl publicly loosen her belt

At this moment, the pale-faced Second Prince came to his senses and also said: "It was all a misunderstanding"

I secretly scolded Xie Zhaoying, calling her a petty person, for selling out her own sister when she got drunk