sjar Chapter 325 Welcome to the Inn
Chapter 325 Welcome to the Inn
Opposite the post station and not far away, there is an inn with the three big words "Welcome" written on its sign.
At this time, Luo Lingchen was standing quietly at the window on the second floor of the inn. He had an upright posture and an imposing manner, with his hands behind his back. His deep eyes were fixed on the direction of the post house, his gaze was fiery and focused, as if there were some rare treasures in the post house. And that beautiful figure had already locked his sight firmly, making him unable to look away.
Zhufeng, the personal guard standing behind him, saw the emperor's expression and knew he was extremely concerned about the affairs of the posthouse. He immediately clasped his fists respectfully and reported, "Your Majesty, rest assured. We have cleverly placed people in the posthouse. They will be very cautious and will keep a close eye on every move. We will not dare to slack off in the slightest."
Luo Lingchen nodded slightly after hearing this. A subtle hint of deep thought flashed across his narrow eyes. He said slowly, "Well, well done. When the time is right, if you see Shen Li leaving with someone, find a way to lure her people away. But remember, no unusual behavior is allowed within the inn, and no one inside must be harmed. After all, this is Xiqi territory. Everything must be done with caution, and no unnecessary disputes should be caused."
Zhufeng hurriedly clasped his fists again, his expression serious and earnest, and said loudly: "Yes! Your Majesty!" There was a determination in his voice, demonstrating his absolute obedience to the order.
Luo Lingchen seemed to recall something, frowning slightly as he warned again, "When you're out and about, please address me as Young Master. Don't let your identity slip away, or it could cause complications and ruin our plans."
Zhufeng immediately understood what he meant, and without hesitation, he clasped his fists for the third time and responded firmly: "Yes, sir!" His words showed his loyalty and rigor, and he was always ready to carry out the next task.
After Nangong Qi had properly settled everyone, he stayed in the yard, looking at the door of Shen Li's room from time to time, hoping that she would come out.
Finally, seeing Shen Li's figure walking out of the room, he hurriedly walked over to her, his face full of eager smiles, and said, "A Li, you have some free time today. The streets of Xiqi are very lively and interesting. Do you want to go shopping? I'll accompany you, so that you can experience the customs and culture of our Xiqi more truly."
Shen Li looked at Nangong Qi in front of her, but was thinking secretly in her heart. After the series of events that happened after their reunion today, she clearly realized that Nangong Qi seemed different from before. The simple and honest boy in the past seemed to have disappeared quietly.
Especially at this moment, Nangong Qi's eyes were full of heat when he looked at her. The hot gaze seemed to burn her, making her feel a little uncomfortable for no reason, as if something invisible was slowly approaching, making her want to escape.
So, she lowered her eyes slightly, with a look of apology on her face, and politely refused: "Aqi, I have just recovered and am still weak. I get tired easily after just a little movement. I am afraid I don't have the energy today. I want to go back to my room and rest early."
When Nangong Qi heard Shen Li's refusal, the smile on his face froze slightly, and his hands unconsciously clenched and unclenched, unclenched and clenched again, as if he was trying hard to restrain something.
After a moment, he took a deep breath, tried to make his voice sound gentler, and said softly, "You... you are finally willing to call me Ah Qi again, instead of calling me Master Nangong like before. Ah Li, you know, just this one address makes me very happy. Since you are not feeling well today, then rest well. I will come to see you tomorrow and take you to the palace to see my father."
As he spoke, there was still a hint of reluctance in his eyes, but he forced himself not to continue persuading her.
Shen Li nodded gently, raised her eyes and looked at Nangong Qi, with a hint of curiosity in her clear eyes, and asked: "Is the palace far from here? I also need to know the distance in advance so that I can make some preparations."
As she spoke, she gently smoothed the hair hanging by her ears with her hand. The breeze blew, and her hair fluttered gently in the wind, making her face look even more delicate.
Nangong Qi was slightly stunned, then reacted and quickly replied, "It's not far. This is the outer city. If you take a carriage, it will only take about three hours to arrive. The scenery around the palace is also very beautiful. Along the way, you can see many buildings and scenery with Xiqi characteristics."
There was a hint of anticipation in his eyes, as if he really wanted Shen Li to be interested in this trip to the palace.
Shen Li was stunned when she heard Nangong Qi's answer. She thought to herself: Three hours, that's a full six hours, isn't that a short distance? This journey is really quite long.
She opened her mouth slightly, her face full of surprise, she looked so adorable.
As for Nangong Qi, his gaze at this moment seemed to be stuck with glue, fixed on the stunned girl in front of him, unable to move away at all.
He suddenly felt that he had never seen such a lively and vivid girl before.
Sometimes she would frown slightly because of some trivial things, like a frightened little rabbit, revealing a kind of lovable energy;
Sometimes she would unconsciously pout her pink little mouth, as if she had suffered a great injustice, making people want to comfort her;
Sometimes, she would laugh heartily, and the two shallow dimples on her cheeks would appear, just like they were filled with honey, sweet to the heart.
Every subtle expression and every unintentional movement of Shen Li seemed to have magic, which attracted him deeply and made him stare at her involuntarily, as if the whole world was left with only the smiles and frowns of the girl in front of him, and everything else had turned into nothingness.