The Old Madame directly agreed. She thought that when her son returned, the day she could hold her grandson would be closer.
But when she thought of Miss Lin, her mood instantly soured.
She had investigated openly and secretly many times, but still didn't know where Miss Lin had run off to. The Lin Family refused to say anything, only saying that she had gone to the temple to pray for her mother.
But the news had already spread like wildfire in the capital. How many people would believe that she was praying?
But her son didn't say a word after she asked, only frowning in silence.
She also knew that her son didn't like this daughter-in-law who hadn't married into the family.
However, he knew where Miss Lin was. It was just that he was too lazy to look for her.
Continuing like this wasn't a solution. Her son hadn't lived as he wished for the past twenty years. He had to do something to make him happy.
So she was quite tolerant of him and this Bai née. After all, Bai née seemed sensible and didn't need to worry too much.
The news that Bai Xiangxiu's injuries had all healed quickly reached Long Heng's ears. Even Song Jiaoyue could see the smile on his face.
He couldn't help but ask curiously, "Didn't you say you were going to do something big? Why are you going back after just killing a few?"
"Something came up at home." Long Heng didn't say much and went back home in high spirits.
Song Jiaoyue had no choice but to follow him back. Seeing his good friend rush back to the prince's estate without even saying goodbye, he thought that something really had happened.
When Long Heng entered the estate, he asked Shu 'er, who was behind him, "What day is it today?"
"Replying to the Prince, today is the seventh."
Shu 'er answered in confusion. Then he saw his master wave his hand and say, "Send the pheasant and roe deer to Mistress Xiu. Tell her that This King will be having dinner at her place tonight.
Send the rest to the Old Madame. "
The servants complied. He first went to the Old Madame's place to show his face. Then he returned to his own residence to take a hot bath.
In the past, he didn't wash meticulously, but this time, he washed his entire body inside and out.
After bathing, he brushed his teeth with salt regardless of whether it was noon or night. He looked at himself in the mirror and said, "Is this okay?"
Shu 'er felt his molars hurt. This was the first time he'd seen the Prince like this.
Usually, he wasn't so nervous when he met the Emperor. Wasn't it just going to a woman's place?
But thinking that his master's face was extremely thin, he didn't dare to say anything. He only said, "How many people can compare to Wangye's heroic appearance?" If he walked out dressed like this, all the young ladies in the city would scream in surprise and blush.
Long Heng was also very satisfied. He sat there and read until the sky turned dark.
But the sky was getting dark really slowly!
Xiu Xiu Xiu, Xiu Xiu Xiu, Xiu! Xiu Xiu Xiu!
The people in the Winter Garden had already prepared food and were waiting, but they were staring at the cactus in a daze.
In her heart, she wondered if he would come to find her today and do this and that.
The plot had changed too thoroughly. Obviously, nothing had happened between the two of them before the female lead arrived!
But if he wanted to do that with her, should she refuse or lie down and let him bully her?
Bai Xiangxiu was conflicted. But in the end, she thought of the girl who'd been beaten to death. She felt that since the supporting male lead didn't mean it, it wouldn't matter if she did that with the male lead. She'd just treat it as hugging his thigh.
If she hugged his thigh well, she might not have to face the female lead. She could go home after a year.
She comforted herself as she thought this. But when the male lead appeared, her heart still beat very fast. Her entire face was as red as a rose. She was scared!
The male lead only thought that she was shy. In fact, he was also a bit embarrassed.
For a man who'd never had sex before, the first time was always a bit exciting, a bit unfamiliar, a bit flustered, and even a bit scared.
But it was a man's instinct. When he saw that she was also this shy, he calmed down.
After entering and sitting down, he said, "Sit down and eat together!"
A concubine wasn't a wife, so this young lady would very likely follow the rules and wait on him while he ate.
Obviously, he wanted to do something with her. It wasn't good to be too distant.
Thinking of this, his jade-like face slowly flushed red.
He hurriedly took off his outer clothes and sat down. He didn't dare look at Bai Xiangxiu.
Bai Xiangxiu knew his goal, but she didn't dare look at him. So the two watched as the dishes were brought over and silently ate.
The taste of this dish wasn't bad. Because it was sent over by the male lead, it was specially stewed. It looked, smelled, and tasted good.
Unfortunately, they encountered two diners who didn't know how to taste the food. They probably didn't even know what they were eating.
With great difficulty, they finished eating this meal. The atmosphere instantly became very awkward.
Long Heng, who didn't have much experience, thought that they couldn't do that right after eating, right?
Shouldn't they first cultivate their emotions?
So his expression became a bit serious. His mind was thinking about this topic.
Bai Xiangxiu was the same. The handkerchief in her hand was almost crumpled into a ball. But she still didn't know what to do.
But seeing that he didn't plan on leaving, she knew that today was definitely over.
Since it was over, then she had to be strong. She didn't want to leave a bad impression. When the time came …
What did he mean by not leaving a bad impression? Speaking of which, how to leave a good impression? She didn't understand at all!
Forget it, didn't they all say that this kind of thing should be left to the man …
She raised her head slightly and found that this man was indeed cold and handsome!
His face was quite pleasant to look at, but it was a bit too sharp. It made people unable to see any warmth in it.
However, that pair of peach blossom eyes added a lot of color to him. Every time his gaze fell on her body, it made people feel that she was beautiful and exceptionally beautiful.
It had to be said that the male lead was the male lead. Usually, when she didn't dare to look closely, she only felt afraid. But after looking closely, she found that he was actually more outstanding than the supporting male lead.
Unfortunately, she didn't have the guts to eat this big meal that originally belonged to the female lead.
If one day he found out that the female lead was his true love, then wouldn't she not be far from death?
But if he had feelings now and she rejected him, then she wouldn't be far from death either.
Thinking of this, she was a bit resigned to her fate, but her heart still felt uneasy. Taking the initiative and being passive were two completely different concepts. Now she understood.
But fortunately, the male lead didn't immediately ask her to do anything. Instead, he said: "How's your calligraphy practice? Why don't you go write a few words for me to see?"
"Yes."
Letting out a sigh of relief, Bai Xiangxiu rushed behind the desk and quickly wrote a few words. But when she raised her head, she found that Long Heng had already walked in front of her.
The two of them were very close to each other. She immediately became nervous.
She hurriedly took a step back, but Long Heng had long been scared by her. He always thought that she would easily get hurt when she panicked, so he grabbed her shoulder across the desk and said: "Don't move."
Bai Xiangxiu really did get into an accident. She bumped into a chair and fell backwards.
She didn't expect that Long Heng would grab her shoulder at this time. With a whoosh, her clothes that weren't too sturdy were immediately pulled open.
Ancient clothes were depressing because they were worn layer by layer.
A white top and a light green undergarment were revealed. This caused Long Heng's voice to become sluggish. Especially that spotlessly white neck, he couldn't endure it any longer.
He reached out and picked her up in his arms. Without caring if there was anyone around, he ran into the bedroom.
Bai Xiangxiu's entire body froze. Even if she wanted to cry, she didn't know how to cry.
She only lowered her head and didn't dare to look at him. Her two hands were clenched into fists, tightly clenched.
She looked very cute like this. Long Heng looked at her attentively, then laid her flat on the bed.
No matter how nervous he was, he was still a man. He felt that he was full of energy and had nowhere to vent it.