pillow bird spring

Xiao Yin looked down at Shen Ying Shuang and smiled, "I'm only relieved after I've made sure everything is alright. After all, there was a problem at the post station before, and we couldn't find anyone."

He spoke these words in a measured and unhurried manner.

However, Cui Lingyi became a little nervous.

She was afraid that Xiao Yin would find out about her.

On the surface, Cui Lingyi remained calm: "So, is there a result now?"

"No." Xiao Yin continued to look at Cui Lingyi.

He subtly withdrew his hand and placed it on Cui Lingyi's face: "Are you that worried about this?"

"I'm afraid something might happen to you," Cui Lingyi said coquettishly.

Xiao Yin just smiled, but didn't say anything.

Cui Lingyi didn't know whether she breathed a sigh of relief or remained tense.

But soon, Xiao Yin broke the silence: "It's getting late, go and rest. Aren't you supposed to be chanting scriptures with the Empress Dowager tomorrow morning?"

"I just wanted to keep you company," Cui Lingyi said coquettishly.

She didn't let go of Xiao Yin, looking at him tenderly.

However, when Cui Lingyi got close to Xiao Yin, her brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.

Because she smelled a faint floral fragrance on Xiao Yin.

It's very light.

But it was Shen Yinshuang's aura that was so distinctive.

It seems that no matter how disheveled Shen Yinshuang is, the fragrance of flowers will always remain.

However, Cui Lingyi was clever enough not to expose it.

She still spoke coquettishly, "Brother Yin, you smell so good. Aren't there no flowers blooming at Kaiyuan Temple this season?"

Kaiyuan Temple is most famous for its cherry blossoms.

Vast stretches of cherry blossoms.

Autumn leaves.

Winter plum blossoms.

But right now, it's not the right season yet. Even the winter plum blossoms are still ten or fifteen days away, and only a few have bloomed.

Therefore, there was a hint of probing in those words.

Xiao Yin remained calm, looked down at Cui Lingyi, and chuckled softly.

"Isn't it because you smell nice?" Xiao Yin asked casually.

Cui Lingyi was furious, knowing that Xiao Yin was just making excuses for her.

But she didn't expose it.

Because Cui Lingyi knew that there was no need to argue with Xiao Yin over such a matter.

It does me no good.

Besides, a mistress like Shen Yinshuang can't be tolerated anywhere.

And Pei Shou'an is also watching with predatory eyes.

Besides, even without Pei Shou'an, she couldn't possibly let Shen Yingshuang live in Kaiyuan Temple.

It doesn't matter who is wearing the wedding dress.

What she wanted was for Shen Yinshuang to die.

With this in mind, Cui Lingyi became increasingly calm.

She quickly changed the subject with a smile: "Brother Yin, today is your birthday. I came here specifically for this. You haven't forgotten, have you?"

Xiao Yin suddenly fell silent.

Looking at Cui Lingyi in front of him, he thought of Shen Yinshuang.

Cui Lingyi remembered every year and sent the most precious gift every year.

Shen Yinshuang seemed to have simply forgotten about it, or perhaps she genuinely didn't care anymore.

This unpleasant feeling seemed to completely devour Xiao Yin.

But he remained completely unmoved in front of Cui Lingyi.

"You remember my birthday so clearly?" Xiao Yin smiled, as if he had completely relaxed.

"Of course. After all, Brother Yin is the person I love most, and also my future husband. How could I forget Brother Yin's birthday?" Cui Lingyi said with a smile.

She quickly turned around and handed a sword to Xiao Yin.

"Brother Yin, this is a sword made for you by the best swordsmith in the world. It took a whole year to complete, and it was only finished just before your birthday. I think the best sword is the most suitable for my Brother Yin," Cui Lingyi said earnestly.

The sword in his hand was handed to Xiao Yin.

"Happy birthday, Brother Yin!" Cui Lingyi said with her blessings.

Xiao Yin looked down and gave a faint "hmm," without refusing.

He should be happy.

Cui Lingyi considered every detail.

Even when the Xiao family fell on hard times, Cui Lingyi never gave up on them.

Even during those three arduous years on the frontier, Cui Lingyi persevered.

So what is he thinking?

He shouldn't have hesitated.

"Brother Yin, don't you like it?" Cui Lingyi spoke again. "You seem a little unhappy."

"No, I like it very much." Xiao Yin came back to his senses. "Thank you, Lingyi."

Cui Lingyi stood there with her eyebrows curved, her eyes fixed on Xiao Yin.

It's as if she wouldn't trade the whole world for Xiao Yin.

Over the years, Cui Lingyi has always stayed by Xiao Yin's side.

Xiao Yin was moved.

He also had feelings for Cui Lingyi.

Before Xiao Yin could react, Cui Lingyi took the initiative to wrap her arms around his waist.

She stood on tiptoe and kissed Xiao Yin's thin lips earnestly.

They have had a close relationship over the years.

But it has never crossed that line.

Because Xiao Yin didn't know what the future held, he didn't want to delay Cui Lingyi's future.

But now, Xiao Yin suddenly felt a hint of reluctance.

However, he did not shy away from Cui Lingyi.

"Brother Yin..." Cui Lingyi's voice came quietly, with a hint of seduction.

"May I stay here with you tonight?" she asked Xiao Yin.

But Cui Lingyi's actions were unusually direct.

She was kissing him, her slender hands already wrapped around Xiao Yin's neck.

They became increasingly proactive.

Xiao Yin lowered his head and watched quietly.

The large hand naturally pulled Cui Lingyi's hand away.

"Lingyi, go back and rest. Be good," Xiao Yin said quietly.

"Back in the border region, you and I lived together," Cui Lingyi protested.

This is not a secret.

We all know.

Everyone also believed that Cui Lingyi and Xiao Yin were only lacking in marriage prospects.

Their wedding will take place after the New Year.

Moreover, Xiao Yin and Cui Lingyi actually lived not far apart, only a few steps away.

There really isn't much difference.

Xiao Yin simply refused.

"Besides, we're getting married soon." Cui Lingyi pouted, looking at Xiao Yin with a wronged expression.

"Listen to me, don't give anyone cause for gossip." Xiao Yin calmly reassured her, "I'll take you back. There are too many people eyeing us like tigers."

Seeing this, Cui Lingyi did not force Xiao Yin.

Xiao Yin could not be forced.

"Okay." She obediently let go of Xiao Yin.

Xiao Yin naturally led Cui Lingyi toward her house.

When Zhi Zi saw him, she walked up to him and greeted him: "This servant greets the General."

"Take good care of Miss," Xiao Yin instructed.

"Yes," Gardenia nodded.

Xiao Yin then looked at Cui Lingyi: "Get some rest, and listen to me."

"Okay." Cui Lingyi remained obedient.

After saying this, Xiao Yin didn't linger and turned to leave.

Cui Lingyi stood still, watching Xiao Yin leave.

After Xiao Yin disappeared, Cui Lingyi looked coldly at Zhi Zi: "Have you arranged everything I asked you to?"

"Don't worry, everything is arranged." Gardenia lowered her voice.

"Even if Shen Yinshuang is lucky enough to survive today, it will still alarm the Empress Dowager. Coupled with her disrespect this morning, the Empress Dowager will never let Shen Yinshuang off the hook," Zhi Zi said clearly.

Cui Lingyi hummed in agreement: "That's good."

Then, the master and servant walked into the house.