Chapter 58

Gu Qiancheng and the young book servant walked very hurriedly. Gu Qiancheng lingered at the door for a moment, nearly causing them to bump into the constables.

The young book servant's face turned pale, and his eyes showed a hint of dissatisfaction as he looked at Gu Qiancheng. However, he did not know Gu Qiancheng's identity and did not dare to speak rashly. He just handed the two books to Gu Qiancheng with an unhappy expression and left in a huff.

Eh... Would Qin Jiyi use such a huffy book servant?

Gu Qiancheng calmly shook her head, guessing that Qin Jiyi must have borrowed someone else's name, as the title "Your Highness" was too vague.

Holding the books, she smoothed out the wrinkles on her clothes and walked back calmly.

When Gu Qiancheng arrived, Jing Yan had not yet finished playing a tune. Gu Qiancheng was fortunate enough to witness the elegant and handsome figure of the young master Jing Yan standing under the tree, playing the flute.

Jing Yan was wearing a sky-blue robe today, with a white silk sash around his waist, making his waist appear slender and strong, far more handsome than the average scholar.

Jing Yan had no ornaments on his body, looking simple and dignified. He truly exuded the grace of a pine tree in the wind, tall and gentle, and the elegance of the morning sun, bright and beautiful.

Putting aside his appearance, Jing Yan's skills were superb. Even Gu Qiancheng, who was an outsider, was captivated and involuntarily leaned against the pillar, closing her eyes to enjoy the tune.

When the tune ended, Gu Qiancheng opened her eyes and met Jing Yan's gaze. She frowned slightly, while Jing Yan looked at her without any hesitation, giving her a friendly smile. His attitude was not that of someone treating a servant but rather like...

He had discovered her identity.

Interesting.

The corners of Gu Qiancheng's lips curled up into a faint smile. She walked over with the two ancient books, neither too fast nor too slow, and respectfully placed them in front of Qin Jiyi.

As she was about to leave, Gu Qiancheng deliberately glanced at Feng Sijin. As she had expected, Feng Sijin also knew her identity. He nodded and smiled at her...

Unlike Jing Yan's directness, Feng Sijin's smile was reserved and subtle, like a feather brushing against the heart, making one involuntarily want him to smile again...

Gu Qiancheng was taken aback for a moment, then casually withdrew her gaze. Without the awkwardness of being caught, she nodded gracefully and left...

She admitted that Feng Sijin was a very charming man.

The eye contact between the two did not go unnoticed by Qin Jiyi. However, everyone was smart, and at this moment, there was no need to say anything; understanding each other was enough.

Even if outsiders did not know, Feng Sijin and Jing Yan definitely understood that Qin Jiyi had come to the Donglin Academy under the pretext of visiting them to handle some private matters.

As for what private matters, well... seeing Gu Qiancheng, they understood everything.

Having used them, Qin Jiyi naturally could not just leave. He generously gave the two rare books, which could not be found on the market, to Feng Sijin and Jing Yan.

"An ancient saying goes, 'A precious sword should be given to a hero.' Today, this prince will give these two ancient books to the two of you. This prince looks forward to your names being on the imperial list, and riding through the streets on horseback."

With Feng Sijin and Jing Yan's talents, as long as they performed normally in the exam, their names on the imperial list were guaranteed. However, riding through the streets on horseback was not certain, as only the top three in the first class had that privilege.

Qin Jiyi's words clearly showed that he had high hopes for the two of them.

"Thank you, Your Highness." Feng Sijin and Jing Yan bowed in gratitude, not refusing the gifts from the Prince of Qin.

They understood today's events but could not speak of them openly. By accepting these books, they indicated that they would not say anything and understood the Prince of Qin's intentions.

"Prince Qin is different from what the rumors say." Jing Yan's words seemed to be directed at Feng Sijin, but also to himself...

"If Prince Qin were like the rumors, he would not have survived this long." Feng Sijin, who grew up in a large family, understood the darkness and cruelty of the palace better than Jing Yan.

A royal grandson, favored by the emperor despite having no parents, would not have survived this long without some cunning and ability. Not to mention, his deceased father was the crown prince, a status that brought not benefits but fatal dangers to the Prince of Qin...

Qin Jiyi and Gu Qiancheng were seen off by the headmaster and teachers of the Donglin Academy and got into the carriage.

The carriage was spacious, and sitting two people was not at all cramped. Gu Qiancheng sat opposite Qin Jiyi, keeping a distance...

Gu Qiancheng thought Qin Jiyi would first ask about the case, but instead, he asked, "Do you know Feng Sijin?"

"Feng Sijin? No, I don't know him." Gu Qiancheng thought about the original host's memories and shook her head decisively.

The original host had heard of Feng Sijin's name but had never met him. This was her first time seeing Feng Sijin, who indeed had the exceptional bearing and demeanor described in the rumors, tall and graceful, clear and upright.

"If you don't know him, why did you smile at him?" Qin Jiyi would not admit that seeing Gu Qiancheng smile at Feng Sijin made him feel uncomfortable.

"He smiled at me first." Gu Qiancheng was puzzled by why the Prince of Qin would ask this.

"If he smiled at you, you must smile back?" Qin Jiyi snorted coldly, looking unhappy...

Gu Qiancheng looked at Qin Jiyi in confusion, wondering if the Prince of Qin and Feng Sijin had some grudge. Was it not even allowed to smile at him?

The Prince of Qin seemed to appreciate Feng Sijin as well. Had she misunderstood?

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