"Ahem." Zuo Shanyi coughed awkwardly, cleared his throat and said,""It's me who doesn't know how to speak. Please forgive me, benefactor. I didn't mean it that way…"
What a pale explanation. Zuo Shanyi was like an ant on a hot pan, not knowing where to go. Jiang Ling 'er's words made him blush, and he really wanted to find a hole to hide in. It was as if he had been teased by Jiang Ling' er since the beginning.
"Then what do you mean? Tell me, I didn't understand just now!”Jiang Ling 'er was even more amused by his behavior. It was obvious that he was making things difficult for him.
" I…I…That…I…I will swear my loyalty to my benefactor…" Zuo Shanyi stuttered and could not finish his sentence. He really did not know how to express himself. The woman in front of him was too difficult to deal with and was completely out of his control.
Jiang Ling 'er was genuinely amused by him. His laughter was as melodious as a copper bell, and Zuo Shanyi couldn't help but laugh. After laughing for a long time, he didn't know why he was laughing.
"Didn't I tell you not to call me benefactor? Call me Ling 'er, and you agreed!”Jiang Ling 'er had noticed this just now. He kept calling her his benefactor, making her feel awkward.
Zuo Shanyi was silent. This name was too heavy for him. It was a sad story that left countless scars in his heart.
In fact, Zuo Shanyi was not always this expressionless. Ever since that incident, his entire person had changed. He had even forgotten how to smile and how to be happy.
"Is it because of that woman? The one with the same name as me!" Jiang Ling 'er suddenly thought of something. She had been ignoring this matter all this while. Seeing Zuo Shanyi's expression, she seemed to have suddenly understood.
Zuo Shanyi nodded and replied," That's true. Although she has passed away for many years, I still can't forget her for a long time. Therefore, I can't call out her name. I hope you can understand and don't mention this matter again."
Jiang Ling 'er was a reasonable person. How could she go and dig up other people's scars when she clearly knew? Moreover, it was just a name."But don't call me benefactor anymore. It sounds so awkward!”
Zuo Shanyi didn't know what to call her other than this. Madam? It didn't seem close enough. It was better to call her benefactor!
"Call me Yunzhi!" Jiang Ling 'er suddenly thought of this. How could she have forgotten that she had another name besides Ling' er? Although it was a name, it was still a name. It was not bad that few people called her that. At least it could be used as a name.
"It doesn't feel as friendly as my benefactor!”Zuo Shanyi shook his head. He felt that it was not a good idea. He always felt that it was more important to call him a benefactor.
"Then do whatever you want!" Jiang Linger could not persuade him and could only give in. It was just a name. There was no need to go through so much trouble.
"It's getting late. I have to go back first. It's not good to stay here for too long. Benefactor, please return to the palace as soon as possible. There are too many people outside.”Zuo Shanyi had already met with them, and there was nothing else to do, so he decided to leave first.
When she returned to Qingya Palace, Jiang Ling 'er saw Ji Yong running towards her happily with two osmanthus cakes in his hands.
"Be careful!" Jiang Ling 'er hurried forward. She was afraid that Ji Yong would accidentally fall on his lap. She would be the one who would be affected. A five-year-old child would definitely cry if he fell. She could not stand children crying the most.
Ji Yong ran up to her and grinned happily. He raised the osmanthus cake in his hand high and put it in front of her eyes."Mother, try it. It's delicious!"
Jiang Ling 'er felt warm in her heart. She took a big bite of the osmanthus cake and said vaguely,"Delicious, really delicious!"
After saying that, Jiang Ling 'er held his little hand and walked in.
Ji Yong's small hand was soft and comfortable to hold. She thought about it and thought that it was not bad to have a son for free. He could be considered a companion in the harem. Otherwise, she would feel empty and let her imagination run wild.
Jiang Ling 'er returned to the room and sat by the table. She carefully examined his small face. It was clean and simple. There was more thought in his eyes than the other children, and there was a hint of stubbornness in them."Looks like that woman from the Cold Palace has taught you well!”
Hearing this, Ji Yong lowered his head and shrugged. He said with a lonely expression,"She never treated me as her own child. She acted as if she didn't see anything. It's already a blessing in disguise that she didn't blame me. I know she doesn't like me. The eunuchs said that if she doesn't like someone who isn't her own, will you like me, mother?”
He was still a five-year-old child. Those dog servants had said most of the things to him. There were even more serious possibilities. After all, he was still the little prince back then. No matter how little he was valued, it was not up to the group of servants to talk too much.
Jiang Ling 'er thought for a moment and wanted to comfort him, but she didn't know where to start."Whether she likes you or not has nothing to do with whether you're her biological child, so whether I like you or not has nothing to do with whether you're my biological child. If you're obedient and sensible, I'll naturally like you.”
"But I've always been obedient. Why doesn't she like me?”Ji Jing's puzzled look was very interesting. toot little face was extremely cute.
Jiang Ling 'er was stumped by this question. She didn't know how to explain this to a child. Even if she did, he wouldn't understand. Instead, it would burden his young heart."You are a smart child. When you are older, you will definitely understand!”
Suddenly, the door of the room was kicked open by someone. Imperial Dragon Keji rushed in angrily, followed by Sima Chu Chu's personal palace maid.
When Imperial Dragon Keji saw Jiang Ling 'er, he ignored Ji Yong and shouted at Jiang Ling' er angrily,"What did you do with the little state preceptor today?”
Jiang Ling 'er was shocked by this shout. She looked at the palace maid who was proud of herself and understood a little. So she had been seen.
Thinking about it, Sima Chu Chu wasn't that stupid. It must have been this palace maid's idea.
Jiang Ling 'er was neither servile nor overbearing. She pretended not to understand and bowed to Yulong Keji."ChenQie does not understand the Marquis 'meaning!”
"Marquis, this servant saw the two of them with her own eyes. This servant saw it clearly, or else I wouldn't dare to take the risk to sue Furen!”The palace maid at the side spoke with a sonorous voice and a loyal expression,"Little State Preceptor is not willing to pay attention to it, and Furen should have gone forward to seduce her, not hesitating to throw herself into her arms. This servant saw it with her own eyes, so I dare not hide anything or lie!”
Before Jiang Ling 'er could retort, Imperial Dragon Keji stepped forward and kicked the palace maid to the ground. He shouted at her,"Shut up!"
The palace maid's legs went soft from the shock and she knelt at the side. At this moment, the eunuch outside reported that the little state preceptor was waiting outside. Jiang Ling 'er immediately felt that something was wrong and kept searching for countermeasures in her mind. Otherwise, she and Zuo Shanyi would probably suffer together.
She didn't mind. No matter what, she didn't think that Yulong Keji would kill her for this. At most, she would be sent to the Cold Palace. She would still have peace and freedom, and she would have a chance to escape. However, she didn't know what would happen to Zuo Shanyi.
Jiang Ling 'er always felt that it was strange to control the dragon and restrain himself. Even if he was in a bad mood and angry, he would not vent his anger so wantonly. She always felt that it was just an act and not real. Then why did he send Zuo Shanyi? Should he set up a trap to pin a crime on him in the name of this matter?
Ji Yong held Jiang Ling 'er's hand tightly, as if comforting her not to be afraid.
Jiang Ling 'er was also very calm. She had nothing to be afraid of. If there was anything she was afraid of, it would be Zuo Shanyi's safety. She could only act according to the situation, and what kind of result was completely out of her control.
Ji Yong saw Zuo Shanyi stepping in behind Yulong Keji and immediately let go of Jiang Ling 'er's hand. He rushed to Zuo Shanyi and stood in front of him for a short while, winking at him. Before Zuo Shanyi could figure out what was going on, Ji Yong threw himself into his arms and burst into tears,""It's all my fault, it's all my fault. I caused Father to meet Mother and even caused the Marquis to misunderstand Little State Preceptor!”
Not only Zuo Shanyi, but everyone present was confused by Ji Yong's sudden action, especially Zuo Shanyi himself. It was rare to see such a rich change in expression.
Yulong Keji walked forward and pulled Ji Yong away from Zuo Shanyi's thigh. He said irritably and unhappily,""Yong 'er, stop fooling around! Go back to your room and stay there obediently!"
Not only did Ji Yong not listen obediently, but he also turned around and hugged Zuo Chenyi's thigh. He sobbed and choked,""It's Yong 'er's fault. It's all Yong' er's fault! It was Yong 'er who asked his mother to bring him to see the little state preceptor. It was all Yong' er's fault!”
"Little Shizi, don't spout nonsense in front of the Marquis!”When the palace maid standing at the side heard this, she immediately became anxious. She turned around and knelt down to Yulong Keji and said,"This servant has never seen the figure of the little prince, only the little state preceptor and Furen!”
Jiang Ling 'er couldn't help but praise his acting skills and translation skills. She had picked up an elder son for free and he was also a good helper with superb acting skills and cleverness. The heavens had really opened their eyes!
Since his precious son was putting in so much effort, it would be a little unreasonable for him not to help.
Jiang Linger shouted angrily and pointed at the palace maid."How dare you, slave! It's fine if you insult me, but you even insulted the little state preceptor and Yong 'er! Do you know that Yong 'er is my son now, not some little prince!”
When these words entered Ji Yong's ears, they were like honey, sweet to the ear and sweet to the heart. He felt that it was worth it to protect his mother so desperately. He put in even more effort in his acting.
He grabbed Imperial Dragon Keji's robe tightly and did not let go. He was crying so hard that anyone who saw him would feel soft-hearted."Marquis, you have to believe that mother will not do anything to let you down! They just wanted to bully their mother and frame her. If it wasn't for Yong 'er, their mother wouldn't have known the little state preceptor. It was Yong' er who wanted to see the little state preceptor. It was all Yong 'er's fault!”
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