C84 Yan Xiaoxis Birthday (2/2)
”This child is really beautiful. No wonder Prince Lin doted on him so much.” Beside Nangong Xiao sat a purple-clothed woman. She was dressed in a gorgeous and complicated palace attire as she stared intently at Yan Xiaoxi.
”Imperial Concubine Xiao is too kind. Even Xi`er isn't as beautiful as you. Even the flowers feel inferior in front of Imperial Concubine's beauty.” Yan Xiaoxi had deliberately asked about the matters of the Southern Water Country. She wanted to get a good understanding of Nangong Lin and clear up many matters.
Imperial Concubine Xiao looked at Yan Xiaoxi in astonishment. She hadn't expected her to recognize him. Her body hadn't been in good condition at the crown prince's birthday banquet and she hadn't attended.
This girl was truly intelligent.
”Xi Er's mouth is so sweet.” Women, they are hypocritical animals. Even though they know it's flattery, they still sound so happy.
”This cat is really cute.” Yan Xiaoxi couldn't help but touch the cat in Imperial Concubine Xiao's arms.
”Xi Er has good eyes, this is a cat that was paid tribute to me from a small border country.” Imperial Concubine Xiao saw that Yan Xiaoxi's eyes were filled with anticipation, so she handed the cat over to her.
”Can I?” Yan Xiaoxi didn't expect Imperial Concubine Xiao to be so magnanimous.
”Xi Er, hug me.” Imperial Concubine Xiao didn't have a backer, so her family background was very ordinary. Her father was only a minor official in the imperial court, so fawning on Yan Xiaoxi was not a bad choice.
Yan Xiaoxi smiled lightly, and without hesitation, she took the cute kitten from Imperial Concubine Xiao's hands. The moment the two of them took over, the kitten suddenly went crazy and scratched Imperial Concubine Xiao, struggling free from her grasp and disappearing into the distance.
”Imperial Concubine, are you alright?” Yan Xiaoxi asked as she nervously held Imperial Concubine Xiao's hand.
Imperial Concubine Xiao shook her head. She didn't understand why Miaomiao, who was always so obedient, would go crazy for no reason.
”Xi Er, don't mind it. Cat likes you a lot. It might be tired.” Even if she had, Imperial Concubine Xiao would not forget to comfort Yan Xiaoxi.
Yan Xiaoxi was stunned for a moment before she revealed a pure smile, replying, ”Imperial Concubine is really considerate. Xi Er really likes you.”
”Then Xi Er, come to the palace and play with me when you have time.”
”Sure.” Yan Xiaoxi jumped up in joy, her gaze looking towards the spot where Cat had disappeared.
”What are you all waiting for? Hurry up and find the kittens for the imperial concubine!” Seeing the servant of the Prince's Mansion standing still, Yan Xiaoxi reprimanded him angrily.
The maidservants were all startled. This was the first time they had seen the Lin Clan so angry. They hurriedly nodded and followed the order.
”Xi Er, Cat will come back by itself after you've had enough fun, don't worry too much about it.” Imperial Concubine Xiao intimately held Yan Xiaoxi's hand.
”Today, Imperial Concubine Xiao will be a guest at Prince Lin's estate. Xi Er cannot let you ruin the mood.” Yan Xiaoxi withdrew her hand from Imperial Concubine Xiao's palm and gave her a thoughtful look.
Actually, she already knew that Imperial Concubine Xiao wanted to curry favor with her. If it was in the past, then with Yan Xiaoxi's personality, she wouldn't bother with her. Fortunately, today she was useful to her.
”The banquet has begun, why haven't we seen Lin'er yet?” Beside him, Nangong Xiao muttered.
”Royal father, there's no need to be anxious. Xi'er will go find little Linlin right now, and help the imperial concubine find Cat.” After saying that, Yan Xiaoxi took a step forward and prepared to leave.
”Wait, I'll go with you.” After all, Cat was his. Imperial Concubine Xiao felt that walking with Yan Xiaoxi like this would show her sincerity. When the civil and military officials saw her and Yan Xiaoxi getting closer, they might not try to please her.