pillow bird spring

Pei Shouan had already grabbed Shen Yinshuang's chin, forcing her to look up.

Shen Yinshuang dared not resist, nor was she able to resist.

"This is a gift for Prime Minister Cui tonight," Pei Shou'an said with a half-smile.

Cui Lingyi remained calm and composed.

Xiao Yin's gaze deepened.

He knew very well how ruthless Prime Minister Cui was in private, despite his outward appearance of benevolence and morality.

He also kept a mistress outside.

But in that small courtyard, the person changes almost every six months.

Those who were sent away were those who had been tortured to death.

Shen Yinshuang's face was indeed the kind of face that Prime Minister Cui liked.

If it were to fall into Prime Minister Cui's hands, the outcome would be predictable.

However, under these circumstances, Xiao Yin could do nothing.

Cui Lingyi glanced at Xiao Yin and said in a serious tone, "Lord Pei, how can the Prime Minister's residence tolerate such a disreputable woman?"

Pei Shou'an laughed heartily, "Princess Anping, you wouldn't know this. The Prime Minister and the Emperor both enjoy watching dances, and the dancer I brought is renowned throughout the land; naturally, she'll please the Prime Minister. Shouldn't a gift be given in a way that touches the heart? As for what happens next, that's not up to me, is it?"

Cui Lingyi nodded in agreement: "I see. Then we'll wait and see tonight."

"That's for sure," Pei Shou'an echoed.

It seemed that Cui Lingyi did not recognize Shen Yinshuang.

Pei Shouan didn't give a special introduction.

But they both knew the truth.

Cui Lingyi didn't say anything and turned to leave.

Pei Shouan forced Shen Yinshuang to walk inside.

He just happened to brush past Xiao Yin.

Pei Shou'an slammed his shoulder into Xiao Yin, as if in provocation.

Xiao Yin stood there without changing his expression.

Shen Yinshuang's heart was beating very fast.

Whether Pei Shou'an did it on purpose or for some other reason, she deliberately walked past Xiao Yin.

There's only this small space at the corner.

Shen Yinshuang inevitably came into contact with Xiao Yin.

It was clearly a large cloak.

When Xiao Yin was nearby, the wind blew.

The spring colors inside are so abundant that they can't be hidden no matter what.

Xiao Yin's calloused fingertips inevitably brushed against Shen Yinshuang's skin.

His eyes also noticed the bluish-purple marks on it.

He didn't do it.

Over the years, no matter how much he resented Shen Yinshuang, he wouldn't have gone to such lengths.

But Pei Shouan will.

Therefore, Shen Yinshuang is shameless and impatient.

The person is still in the western suburbs.

They didn't even get the letter of severance.

Has she already been openly dating Pei Shou'an?

But here, Xiao Yin can neither do nor say anything.

It was a tense feeling, pressing down on Xiao Yin, making it hard for him to breathe.

"What are you looking at? Have you taken a fancy to General Xiao?" Pei Shouan sneered.

He certainly noticed the undercurrents between Xiao Yin and Shen Yinshuang.

But Pei Shouan never once mentioned the name Shen Yinshuang.

"Don't you think about your status? General Xiao is the son-in-law of Prime Minister Cui and the consort of Princess Anping. What are you going to do? Become a mistress?" Pei Shouan said, laughing loudly.

Unrestrained and arrogant.

He was stepping on Shen Yinshuang, yet he was also mocking Xiao Yin.

Xiao Yin's entire body tensed up.

As soon as he finished speaking, Pei Shouan grabbed Shen Yingshuang and headed towards the inner courtyard.

Shen Yinshuang staggered and followed.

It was as if no matter how much Pei Shou'an insulted her, she would not leave his side.

Xiao Yin watched the whole thing.

"Brother Yin, is this Miss Shen?" Cui Lingyi asked Xiao Yin, feigning curiosity.

Xiao Yin neither denied nor admitted it.

"Miss Shen still harbors feelings for Marquis Pei. It was such an embarrassing situation when he divorced her back then, yet now that he's asking her to return, she's gone without hesitation," Cui Lingyi said, seemingly surprised. "But thinking about it, it's understandable. Back then, they were a perfect couple, the envy of countless people in the capital. If Miss Shen hadn't been unable to have children, she probably wouldn't have ended up like this. Now that Marquis Pei is willing to give her a chance, it might truly be a way out."

These words were spoken casually, but they were meant for Xiao Yin to hear.

Xiao Yin said with a stern face, "Alright, I'm not interested in this."

Cui Lingyi pouted, looking somewhat aggrieved: "I'm sorry, Brother Yin, I shouldn't have said so much."

Xiao suppressed his temper and didn't say anything more to Cui Lingyi.

The two walked into the inner courtyard.

When Prime Minister Cui saw Xiao Yin and Cui Lingyi, he was all smiles.

All around me were sounds of congratulations.

"Prime Minister Cui is truly blessed. With the Emperor's arrival today, the wedding date should be set. General Xiao becoming Prime Minister Cui's son-in-law—isn't this a match made in heaven?"

"Indeed, General Xiao and Princess Anping standing together are a perfect match, a truly beautiful couple!"

……

Cui Lingyi looked at Xiao Yin with a shy and coquettish expression.

Xiao Yin stood there without changing his expression and responded with a few words.

But Xiao Yin's mind was not on this.

But it was behind the stage.

Because Shen Yinshuang was there.

Through the crowd, he could vaguely see Pei Shouan reprimanding Shen Yinshuang.

Shen Yinshuang did not resist at all.

Then he thought of Shen Yinshuang's unwavering resolve in front of him.

He gave a cold laugh.

How much love must one have to shamelessly return to Pei Shou'an's side like this?

Soon, Xiao Yin calmed down.

Pei Shouan had already returned that night.

A eunuch's shrill, piercing voice rang out from outside: "Your Majesty, the Empress Dowager has arrived!"

The courtiers knelt and said, "Long live the Emperor!"

The Emperor waved his hand with a smile: "Rise, my dear minister. Today is Prime Minister Cui's birthday banquet, don't let me steal the spotlight."

Prime Minister Cui stepped forward: "Your Majesty, if that is truly the case, it would be my honor."

After paying her respects to the Emperor, Cui Lingyi obediently walked toward the Empress Dowager: "Your Majesty, I've been eagerly awaiting your arrival. I knew you liked pearls from the East Sea, so I went to great lengths to find one for you. I had my servant bring it to you."

The Empress Dowager liked Cui Lingyi's endearing personality.

She doesn't even need to give a signal; she can perfectly understand his preferences.

But with Cui Lingyi being so obsequious, the Empress Dowager couldn't possibly be unaware of what she wanted.

She patted Cui Lingyi's hand with a smile: "You, you always know how to please me. Don't worry, today I've already pressured the Emperor and arranged your marriage with Xiao Yin."

"Your Majesty the Empress Dowager..." Cui Lingyi said coquettishly, her ears turning red.

But she still looked at Xiao Yin without showing any emotion.

Xiao Yin didn't show much emotion; he just stood there quietly.

Soon after the Emperor took his seat in the main seat, everyone else sat down in their respective places.

Xiao Yin was below Prime Minister Cui.

And coincidentally, Pei Shou'an was right opposite Xiao Yin.

Their eyes met in mid-air, Pei Shou'an's eyes filled with provocation.

Only Xiao Yin remained unfazed.

Soon, the musicians started playing, and the scene became lively.

After several rounds of drinks, one dance followed another, and the lively atmosphere showed no signs of abating.

On the contrary, the emperor was tired.

After announcing the marriage between Cui Lingyi and Xiao Yin, the emperor returned to the palace a month later.

The Empress Dowager naturally did not linger.

"Respectfully seeing off the Emperor and the Empress Dowager." The officials knelt on the ground.

With the emperor present, those there still felt somewhat reserved.

After the emperor left, the stage became filled with the unrestrained revelry of wine and meat.

Pei Shou'an stood up and walked towards Prime Minister Cui.

Xiao Yin's gaze darkened slightly, but his expression remained unchanged.