As for Xiao Ling, he had been trying to figure out An Ming's identity, but he could not recall anything. She had never heard of this person before. He had just heard her say that she had returned to the capital from somewhere else. Could it be that she was not from the capital in the first place? Or had he been away for too long and come back occasionally?
At that moment, An Ming suddenly stood up and said something to Tuoba Feng. Tuoba Feng stood up and followed her out. Xiao Ling was a little worried at first, but when he saw Tuoba Feng's calm expression and An Ming's arrogance, he was relieved. She did not seem like someone who would be taken advantage of.
Tuoba Feng walked behind him. He did not forget to nod at Xiao Ling, signaling him not to worry.
It was not until Tuoba Feng and An Ming's footsteps were gone that Xiao Ling realized that something was wrong with Xiao Qing's expression.
Xiao Qing had always been an unruly person. No matter what, he would always look like " the boss of the heavens, I'm the second boss." Although it was a little exaggerated, he was really arrogant. However, his current expression was as if he had eaten a fly and could not spit it out or swallow it. It made people feel uncomfortable.
"Big sister, what's wrong with you?”
Xiao Xun couldn't help but frown at Xiao Qing. It wasn't that she was friendly with Xiao Qing, but Xiao Qing's expression was simply impossible to ignore.
"I think I've heard of that An Ming.”
Xiao Qing gulped and touched her pale face. Her face was also covered in sweat. She knew that her expression was a little exaggerated. She sighed and looked outside the tent anxiously. Unfortunately, she could not see anything.
"Does Big Sister know anything?"
Xiao Ling asked. It was not that she was curious, but An Ming had just taken Tuoba Feng away. She was naturally worried about Tuoba Feng. Besides, An Ming did not look like someone easy to deal with. It was good to know a little.
"This An, An Ming…" Xiao Qing, who had always been free and easy, was a little hesitant. She stammered for a while before lowering her voice and saying,"" I heard that An Ming is good at sharpening mirrors. She just called Miss Tuoba out-"
"Clang!"
Xiao Ling was so shocked that he broke out in a cold sweat. It was only then that he realized that he had dropped the cup in his hand. He swallowed and picked up the cup on the floor as if nothing had happened, but the expression on his face could not remain calm.
This An Ming was actually good at sharpening mirrors!
Xiao Ling's face turned pale. This was the first time he had ever met someone like this in his two lives! In the past, even if he had heard of it, he would have found it unbelievable.
Moreover, this person had actually found Tuoba Feng!
Putting aside the friendship between him and Tuoba Feng, if this matter were to spread out, Tuoba Feng would not be able to face anyone!
Xiao Ling was anxious. After some thought, he came up with another plan.
"This-"
Xiao Lingyin pursed her lips and whispered something to Xiao Ling. Xiao Ling nodded in agreement. Just as the two of them were about to get up, they heard the female official outside apologize again.
"Ladies, Miss Liu is here to visit.”
By visiting, it meant that they were friends and not enemies.
"Invite her in."
Xiao Ling calmed himself down, but he felt like he had heard of Miss Liu before. He looked up and saw Xiao Qing's smug face. It seemed that she was someone close to Xiao Qing.
It was just that this Miss Liu was usually very noble and even more arrogant than Xiao Qing. Her background was indeed very powerful. Xiao Qing should be her follower. Why was he here?
Just as Xiao Ling was thinking, the curtain of the tent was opened a crack, and Miss Liu stood in front of them.
She glanced at the tent with her warm eyes, as if she was searching for someone. Then, her eyes dimmed, and her smiling face was no longer as energetic as before.
Xiaoqing was like a pug at the entrance of a bun shop on the street. Her usually cold and arrogant eyebrows were much lighter. She kept wagging her tail at Miss Liu and smiled like a peach blossom. Her solicitous attitude was obvious. Miss Liu slightly furrowed her eyebrows, the handkerchief in her hand was wrapped around her jade-like fingers several times.
Seeing that her master was a little unhappy, Xiao Qing pushed away Xiao Xun who was standing at the door and impatiently went up to her. Xiao Xun almost lost her balance. Fortunately, Xiao Lingyi who was beside her quickly caught Xiao Xun who was trembling from Xiao Qing's collision. Xiao Xun looked at Xiao Qing's charming smile and used her white teeth to pinch Zhu Dan's lips.
Humph, just now he thought he was virtuous, why did he become so cheap when he saw Miss Liu? He was really a cheap person who couldn't be seen on the stage. Xiao Xun cursed Xiao Qing in her heart. Looking at the fierce light in her eyes, she knew that she was extremely dissatisfied with her big sister Xiao Qing.
Xiao Ling looked at Xiaoqing's exultant appearance and then looked at Xiaoqing's ugly expression. He exchanged glances with Xiao Lingyi, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly, smiling without showing any emotion.
"Sister Liu, why are you here? I'm really not thoughtful as a sister. I even let Sister Liu come personally.”Xiaoqing said in high spirits. From time to time, she would look at her sisters who were traveling with her. It was as if she had obtained some treasure and was showing off. Her entire person was floating.
Lady Liu's face was still gloomy, and her eyes were not bright. Xiao Ling thought about it and knew that Lady Liu must have come for Tuoba Feng. Seeing her disappointed face, he knew that his guess was not far off.
"That's right. You were in such a hurry just now that you didn't even know that the jade pendant had fallen. You even asked me to personally bring it over.”As Miss Liu spoke, she walked towards the spot where Tuoba Feng had been standing. Xiao Ling tactfully took a few steps back and made way for Miss Liu. After Miss Liu sat down, Xiao Qing fiercely glared at Xiao Ling, who was the closest to her. Xiao Ling lowered her eyes and took a few steps back, giving the seat to Xiao Qing.
Miss Liu took out the jade pendant from her waist. It was specially chosen by the Eldest Mistress to match Xiaoqing's flowery dress before she left. She had chosen a high-quality jade, but in Miss Liu's eyes, such an ordinary thing was just a casual toy. If she really wore it, she would inevitably be a little petty. She looked coldly at Xiaoqing's jade pendant in her hand and smiled. Xiaoqing eagerly opened her palm and tried to catch the jade.
"It's indeed a good toy. Father gave a lot of gifts to the servants a few days ago.”Miss Liu said arrogantly. She gently threw the piece of jade on the table. Xiaoqing's open palm was suspended in the air, full of embarrassment. Miss Liu's words made it even more embarrassing.
Xiao Ling's eyes turned. This was a good opportunity. If he took this opportunity to contradict Miss Liu, saying that it was to protect the dignity of the Xiao Residence, no one would say anything wrong. In this way, the sisterhood between Miss Liu and Xiao Qing would probably end like a fallen leaf blown by the wind.
"Lady Liu's father is a second rank official and is highly valued by the Emperor. Naturally, his food and clothing are all good. We can't compare to Lady Liu's family's wealth, so the jade we use is naturally a little stingy. However, the jade that I saw Tuoba Feng wearing is really generous. It was said that the Emperor had specially given it to her father, who had made outstanding military achievements.”
Xiao Ling had a rare sharp tongue. She could see through this Miss Liu with a single glance. She was probably here to befriend Tuoba Feng. Xiao Ling's words were obviously sarcastic, revealing her thoughts. Moreover, she directly called Tuoba Feng's maiden name. She knew that this Miss Liu was too proud to act so rashly.
Lady Liu's thoughts had been exposed. She was so angry that she couldn't find a reason to vent her anger. Looking at Xiao Ling's beautiful and enchanting face, she wanted to go over and tear that face apart. However, she was worried about Tuoba Feng's face. If she wanted to beat a dog, she had to look at her master. Therefore, she vented her frustration on her own dog.
"Qing-er, who is this? He has such a sharp tongue and a seductive face. Who knows how many nobles he will drug later.”Xiao Qing quickly put away her jade pendant. Her face turned green and red as she answered Miss Liu's words with a submissive expression.
"Replying to Young Lady, this is my family's third younger sister, Xiao Ling. She is the daughter of my deceased YiNiang. His third sister was born with a national beauty and heavenly fragrance, causing people to love her.”Xiao Qing's fingers twirled the corner of her clothes, and the sweat on her palms soaked the brocade cloth she was wearing. Miss Liu clearly understood Xiaoqing's meaning. After all this time, this Xiao Ling was a concubine's son.
A concubine's son of the Xiao residence actually dared to talk back to her. Miss Liu looked at Xiao Ling's smiling face like a flower and was so angry that she trembled.
"Hehe, so she's the daughter of a concubine. Xiaoqing is from the same courtyard, but why is there such a big difference? The Third Young Lady is obviously mischievous and cute, but this Eldest Young Lady is somewhat stiff and difficult to understand.”
Xiao Lingyi raised her eyes and carefully looked at Xiao Ling. Hearing such vicious words really made one feel uncomfortable. Xiao Ling's temper in the past could still be considered tolerable. However, she was still a reckless person who made people angry some time ago. Otherwise, she would not have been pushed into the cold pool by Xiao Xun and Xiao Feng in the middle of winter. Now, when she thought about the cold pool water seeping into Xiao Ling's body, Xiao Lingyi could not help but tremble.
However, Xiao Ling did not seem angry. She was still sitting quietly. The sweet smile at the corner of her mouth made people very happy. Her bright eyes flashed with a faint light, and the blush on her cheeks did not fade at all." Thank you for your praise, Miss!”Xiao Ling said unhurriedly. Xiao Lingyi pursed her lips and secretly laughed.
Miss Liu sucked in a breath of cold air." A dog abusing its power!”Then, she clenched her fist and slammed it on the table. The tea in the teacup swayed slightly, creating a layer of dark yellow ripples. The girls sitting around the table were scared out of their wits. They lowered their heads and did not dare to speak. Even their breathing was so careful.
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