After a master of metaphysics severed ties with his family, the whole family was filled with regret!

Chapter 52 Xiao Beiming is Jealous

After Nalan Qingyin left, Luo Chujiu started acting up.

"Come on, senior brother, let me make you some orange juice. Fourth senior brother doesn't have this kind of luck, but you do!"

With that, Luo Chujiu went to the tea room with Kong Xianling in high spirits.

Kong Xianling looked at Luo Chujiu with a leisurely air, wondering what kind of tricks she was going to pull.

Just then, Shen Zangfeng also came looking for Kong Xianling, only to run into the girl who had been picking oranges earlier.

"Student Shen Zangfeng greets teacher—"

"Zang Feng is here. Have a seat. My junior sister just made me some orange juice. You can try some later."

Kong Xianling was very proud to see his prized student and ordered him to sit down and watch Luo Chujiu perform.

Luo Chujiu was slicing oranges with a dagger when she heard Shen Zangfeng's arrival, but she didn't look up, remaining completely focused.

Shen Zangfeng smiled slightly, sat down under the coffee table, and watched Luo Chujiu tinkering with something.

Luo Chujiu used a dagger to cut the orange slices, then took four empty teacups, put one slice in each cup, and poured in the cooled tea.

"Here, one cup for each of you, everyone has one, have a taste."

Luo Chujiu raised her hand and handed a cup to Kong Xianling, then gave a cup to Feiyun, and finally picked up a cup for herself.

As for Shen Zangfeng? He has his own hands, he can take it himself.

Seeing this, Shen Zangfeng smiled helplessly, picked up a cup of tea, and took a sip.

The moment it touches your palate, the tartness of the green tangerine and the sweetness of the tea collide, creating a unique and unlike any taste I've ever had before.

Kong Xianling took a sip and found it very refreshing, praising it generously:

"Xiao Jiu's idea is quite ingenious; this orange juice has a refreshing taste and tastes delicious."

"Yes, Miss, this orange juice is better than any wine or liquor I've ever had!" Fei Yun also really liked the taste of the orange juice.

Upon hearing this, Luo Chujiu burst out laughing:

"If you add some honey and let it cool in the well water for a while, it will taste even better."

"Young lady, you are very knowledgeable. We were unaware that green oranges could be used in such a way. We have learned a lot."

Just now, Shen Zangfeng was only half-believing Luo Chujiu's words, but now that he has tasted the orange juice himself, he knows how wonderful it is.

Upon hearing Shen Zangfeng's words, Luo Chujiu reluctantly gave him a glance.

"I just told you about the wonderful uses of this green orange, but you didn't believe me."

"It was my ignorance, young lady. Please don't be angry. I apologize to you and hope you can forgive me."

Shen Zangfeng realized his mistake and apologized, understanding that his questioning had upset the young woman.

Kong Xianling watched his junior sister interact with his prized student and smiled with great affection.

If his junior sister hadn't already been engaged, he really would have wanted to match them up.

"I was going to introduce you, but I didn't expect you to have already met. Xiao Jiu, this is my most outstanding disciple, Shen Zangfeng. Zangfeng, this is my junior sister from the same sect. According to seniority, you should call her aunt."

Kong Xianling's words surprised both Shen Zangfeng and Luo Chujiu.

Luo Chujiu's eyes were full of surprise and eagerness. Coming to her senior brother's place and unexpectedly picking up a nephew, she wasn't at a loss.

"Nephew, quickly call me aunt, and your aunt will give you a gift."

Shen Zangfeng frowned, but with Kong Xianling present, he dared not act rashly and could only grit his teeth and shout:
"aunt--"

"Oh, my dear nephew, you're such a good boy. Here, this is a gift from your aunt."

As she spoke, Luo Chujiu took out a talisman from her bosom and stuffed it into his hand. Looking at the yellow talisman, Shen Zangfeng was surprised. He had seen such patterns in some books on metaphysics, which were used to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune.

"Is this a talisman to ward off evil?"

Upon hearing this, Luo Chujiu couldn't help but raise an eyebrow:

“Nephew, you recognize the patterns on talismans? That’s right, this is a talisman to ward off evil. I drew it myself. It can protect you from misfortune once. Consider it a gift for us.”

Kong Xianling knew it was a talisman to ward off evil the moment she took it out, and glanced at Shen Zangfeng:
"Keep it safe, it will come in handy."

"Yes, teacher. Thank you, Auntie."

Shen Zangfeng thanked Luo Chujiu and hid the talisman in his bosom.

I had long heard that my teacher came from Xuanfeng Mountain, which is a sacred place for all those who practice mystical arts. My senior brother's junior sister must also know this well, so the talisman she gave me must be a good one.

Seeing Shen Zangfeng's politeness, Luo Chujiu put her earlier displeasure behind her.

Kong Xianling arranged for Shen Zangfeng and Luo Chujiu to have lunch together at the mansion. After lunch, Shen Zangfeng escorted Luo Chujiu back to the Imperial Preceptor's residence.

Shen Zangfeng did not ask why Luo Chujiu was to be sent back to the Imperial Preceptor's residence; he simply followed his teacher's instructions.

The two rode in the same carriage and arrived at the Imperial Preceptor's residence, where Shen Zangfeng got out of the carriage with him.

"Having been instructed by the teacher, I have delivered my aunt. It is time for Zang Feng to leave as well."

"Take care, nephew. Come visit me at the Imperial Preceptor's residence when you have time. You're quite interesting. If you encounter any trouble in the future, feel free to come to your aunt." Luo Chujiu patted her chest and said shamelessly.

Shen Zangfeng chuckled, bowed, and bid farewell to Luo Chujiu.

Xiao Beiming was in a carriage not far away, watching their interaction and finding it extremely irritating!
Who is this person? Why do they seem so familiar with Xiao Jiu?

"Your Highness, Miss Luo has returned. Shall we go see her?"

"No need, let's go back to the Prince's Palace."

Xiao Beiming said with a livid face, then climbed into the carriage.

Nan Ke was confused and was about to drive away in his carriage when Luo Chujiu stopped him.

Nan Ke didn't even know when Luo Chujiu had gotten close!

"Hey, what are you all doing here? Is the Prince in the carriage? Are you here to see me?"

Nan Ke looked at Luo Chujiu, unsure how to respond.

However, Luo Chujiu was too arrogant and didn't need Nan Ke to respond to her at all. She lifted the curtain and climbed into the carriage herself.

As soon as Xiao Beiming settled down, he met Luo Chujiu's eyes, who had a bright smile on her face.

"Your Highness, are you here to take me out for fun?"

Originally, that was indeed the case, but—

"I wanted to take you for a spring outing, but when I saw you chatting enthusiastically with someone at the door, I decided to head back home."

Xiao Beiming narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing Luo Chujiu's expression.

Luo Chujiu was taken aback at first, and then realized that the person Xiao Beiming was "chatting enthusiastically" with was her eldest nephew.

"You mean me and my eldest nephew? He's my senior brother's disciple, and he calls me aunt. My senior brother asked him to escort me back to the manor, and we just exchanged a few words at the gate. It wasn't anything too intimate, but the prince saw us just now?"

Luo Chujiu asked in return, and Xiao Beiming responded with a light, ambiguous reply.

However, Luo Chujiu smelled a sour odor in the cramped carriage.

"Oh dear! Who broke a vinegar bottle? The sour smell has wafted into the carriage! Your Highness, let's open the windows quickly to let some air in! Otherwise, I'll be sickened by the sourness!"

(End of this chapter)