Chapter 95

Xiao Xixi climbed down from the carriage on all fours, stood by the roadside, and let the cool night breeze blow away the last remnants of sleep from her mind.

Eunuch Chang led the way with a lantern, asking as they walked, "How long have you been sleeping?"

Xiao Xixi replied sheepishly, "The journey was so boring, I had nothing to do in the carriage, so I just slept."

So she had slept the entire way!

Eunuch Chang was deeply impressed.

Although the road was much smoother than mountain paths, it still had its ups and downs, and the carriage jolted a bit. It was difficult for most people to sleep for long in such conditions. Only someone like Xiao Xixi could manage to sleep the whole day.

Judging by her sleeping posture just now, if he hadn't woken her up, she probably would have continued sleeping.

Eunuch Chang whispered, "His Highness the Crown Prince said your identity must be kept secret, so I can't call you Lady Xiao outside. You need to choose another name for yourself."

Xiao Xixi thought for a moment, "Just call me Xiao Xi."

"Alright, I'll boldly call you Xiao Xi."

The two entered the guest room one after the other.

At this moment, Luo Qinghan was discussing matters with Nie Changping, the Crown Prince's Tutor, and the Crown Prince's Guardian.

Hearing the commotion, he turned his gaze to the door.

Xiao Xixi stepped forward and bowed, "Your servant greets His Highness the Crown Prince."

Luo Qinghan merely nodded slightly, saying nothing more.

However, Little Prince Nie Changping glanced at her a few times.

Xiao Xixi was now dressed in dark blue eunuch clothing, her hair neatly tied up, revealing a smooth, white forehead. Her almond eyes were bright and clear, and her oval face still had a slight red mark from sleeping in the carriage.

Nie Changping thought to himself, this little eunuch is quite handsome, why haven't I seen him in the Eastern Palace before?

Luo Qinghan noticed Nie Changping's gaze and said coolly, "That's enough for today. You've been traveling all day and must be tired. You may all leave."

"Your subjects take their leave."

The Crown Prince's Tutor and Guardian left.

Nie Changping wanted to linger but was met with a cold glance from Luo Qinghan.

"Are you going to leave on your own, or do I need to have someone drive you away?"

Nie Changping grumbled, "I'll leave on my own."

He slunk away.

Luo Qinghan looked at Xiao Xixi, who was still standing by the door, and said, "Come here."

Xiao Xixi immediately walked over.

"From now on, you will stay by my side wherever I go. You must not leave me for a single step, understand?"

"Your servant understands."

Luo Qinghan was satisfied with her compliance and said coolly, "While we are traveling, you need to choose another name for yourself."

Xiao Xixi replied, "Your servant has already thought of a name, Xiao Xi."

"Xiao Xi... that name is acceptable."

Eunuch Chang brought in the evening meal.

There were twenty dishes, filling the entire table.

Xiao Xixi's mouth watered at the sight.

Damn, the Crown Prince's life is too good! He can eat so many dishes in one meal! I'm so envious!

Eunuch Chang said apologetically, "This place is remote, and the ingredients are limited. We could only manage to prepare these twenty dishes. Please bear with us, Your Highness, and eat a little."

Xiao Xixi was not only envious but also jealous.

So many delicious dishes, and he still says it's just "eating a little"?

If this is considered "eating a little," I'd rather eat like this every day!

At this moment, Xiao Xixi turned into a lemon, her heart bubbling with jealousy.