Xiao Xun followed behind anxiously.
Xiao Ling, on the other hand, followed Xiao Xun down leisurely. As soon as he got off the carriage, he felt a lot of gazes on him.
She had already expected this scene, so she did not panic. She walked elegantly towards Miss Chen.
At that time, Miss Chen was chatting with some of the Furens of the assistant minister's manor. When she saw her coming over, she only smiled lightly.
"Follow me and don't run around.”Miss Chen gave a few symbolic exhortations before turning around to lead them forward. However, Xiao Ling could clearly feel Miss Chen's gaze on him.
As they walked in, more and more people gathered around them. Whether it was the mistress, concubine, or some young ladies from noble families, they all came over. Some greeted Miss Chen, and some young ladies also came over to greet the young ladies of the Xiao family.
Xiao Qing followed Miss Chen and often attended such events. She was the most familiar with the ladies and naturally had a few friends. At that time, Xiao Feng and Xiao Xun followed Xiao Qing and chatted with the ladies. The atmosphere was quite harmonious.
Xiao Ling stood beside them. His posture was a little indifferent. He was neither close nor far away.
Only after walking for a while did she realize that there were still people beside her. She glanced over and saw that it was the Sixth and Seventh Young Ladies of the Xiao Manor. They were also from the sugar cane family and had very low statuses. They were only one level higher than the servant maids. At that time, they did not surround Xiao Qing and even stood further away.
Xiao Ling's heart skipped a beat, but he did not say anything. He just followed them.
"Are you a girl from the Xiao family?"
There were a few people beside her who were also looking at her curiously.
In the past, she did not like to travel. Sometimes, she would reject invitations, so these girls were not familiar with her.
A bold girl came over and looked at her strangely."I haven't seen you before.”
Xiao Ling smiled at her, but before he could say anything, Xiao Feng's voice was heard.
"Hmph, I wonder who he's pretending to be for! Can't you talk or something?"
Xiao Ling looked around coldly. The mistress and the second mistress had seen the scene, but the mistress only smiled softly while the second mistress reprimanded him. After all, Xiao Feng was her daughter, but she could not say anything in public. All she could do was glare at Xiao Feng.
Xiao Feng had only restrained herself a little after receiving a warning.
However, they were still holding their breaths along the way. They distanced themselves from Xiao Ling as if they were rejecting him. As a result, the girls around them looked at him differently.
However, Xiao Ling did not care at all. He walked with elegant steps. No matter who he saw, he smiled gently and gracefully. He did not avoid their gazes. As a result, many girls had a good impression of him.
"Xiao Qing, is this your third sister?”There were a few noble ladies around her who were looking at her. Her eyes could not leave Xiao Ling. Even when she was talking to Xiao Qing, her gaze was fixed on Xiao Ling.
There were also people who looked over. Although they did not say anything, their eyes were filled with surprise and jealousy.
Seeing that everyone's gaze had turned over, Xiao Qing was somewhat unhappy. However, this was not the Xiao Manor after all, and she could not be impudent. She could only smile and tease,"That's right, this is my third younger sister. But she's already mesmerized by the flowers on her first meeting?”
The ladies around him smiled. When they looked at Xiao Ling again, their gazes softened.
However, Xiao Ling remained calm. Even though he was being ostracized, he remained indifferent as if he did not hear the discussion at all.
The young lady who had asked the question earlier was surprised to see Xiao Ling so calm. She followed him and smiled."In ancient times, there was Baosi and Li Ji, and there was also Daji and Meixi, so since ancient times, they didn't like heavy makeup.”
Her words were harsh and aimed at her outfit and gorgeous makeup.
She raised her head and smiled lightly. Her eyes met with the lady's, but they were slightly gentle."It's just a superficial possession. Why care so much about it? After many years, I'm afraid there won't be any left.”
When the lady heard this, she looked at Xiao Ling in surprise. She smiled at him and turned to leave without saying anything else.
The crowd surged, but Xiao Ling's hands were slightly wet. The lady's words were simple, but they carried a deeper meaning. If he answered wrongly, he would probably never be able to enter this circle again.
There was a noble circle among the daughters of noble families. They were unwilling to accept ordinary daughters of noble families, but they were envied by all the daughters.
The consequences of not being accepted were not good. She had suffered enough in her previous life.
Xiao Qing's expression turned ugly when she saw that it had ended just like that. She was about to raise her voice when someone approached Xiao Ling. She looked at him and suppressed her anger.
"What's your name?" The girl's voice was a little curious, but it was free and easy."My name is Tuoba Feng."
Tuoba Feng!
Tuoba!
Xiao Ling had heard of this name like thunder. He was the most famous general of the dynasty. He had fought many battles and never lost a battle. He was like a god of war.
"So it's General Tuoba's daughter." Xiao Ling's posture was slightly indifferent. He was smiling, but there was no closeness or indifference to it. He simply bowed slightly and said,""I'm Xiao Ling, the third daughter of the Xiao family.”
"I know you!" Tuoba Feng was surprised." Someone told me that you are extremely beautiful. It is true today!"”
her beauty is beyond measure.
Xiao Ling paused, but he still sat down. When he raised his eyes, his posture was gentle.
The girls around them heard it clearly. Pairs of eyes darted back and forth between them. It was unknown who they wanted to see make a fool of.
However, Xiao Ling's posture was peaceful. This was not a big occasion. At the very least, it was nothing to her.
However, Xiao Feng couldn't help but frown and shout,""She's not from our Xiao Manor!”
For a moment, the gazes of the young ladies became even stranger.
Some of them realized that they had caused trouble, but they did not know how to apologize. All they could do was twist the corner of their clothes and look at Xiao Ling awkwardly.
Xiao Ling only smiled. He liked girls who were straightforward.
The assistant minister's manor was in the east, and there was a peach blossom forest.
The matriarchs had already entered a small house built on the edge of the peach blossom forest. The singing inside could be heard from far away. If there were young ladies who wanted to listen, they could go over. However, very few could leave the house, so few people went back.
The last time Xiao Ling had gone out to play with a group of young ladies, he had encountered such an incident.
However, it seemed impossible now.
However, she did not dare to make it too obvious. This Miss Chen was obviously trying to harm her. If her first plan failed, she would probably not be able to avoid it.
In the peach blossom forest, the young ladies of noble families were enjoying their pace. This peach blossom forest did not originally belong to the assistant minister's manor, but was later bestowed by the emperor. No matter what it was, it would become precious with the word "emperor". Therefore, the reputation of this peach blossom forest was getting louder and louder.
There was a unique flavor in the fragrance.
"This smell is very fragrant." Tuoba Feng, who was standing at the side, raised his hand and covered his mouth and nose with a handkerchief. His brows were slightly furrowed.
"Are you feeling uncomfortable?" Xiao Ling turned to look at her.
When the other young ladies saw this, they distanced themselves from Tuoba Feng in disgust.
"I'm a little allergic to pollen. I, I sneeze.”Tuoba Feng's face turned slightly red. When he said that, he wanted to take off his handkerchief, but he was afraid that he would sneeze.
Xiao Ling smiled." Yes. Some of the flowers are too fragrant, but they don't smell good."”
Just like in her previous life, she had completely lost the chance to be a mother because of a few pots of flowers.
Tuoba Feng's eyes lit up as he looked at her. He grabbed Xiao Ling's hand and said happily,""I knew it, Xiao Ling. I knew it.”
Xiao Ling was a little stunned. He did not know why.
A young lady was laughing at the side." Tuoba Feng, you've scared the Third Miss. Third Miss, please don't mind her. This is Miss Tuoba's temper."”
Some of the girls also chimed in,"Yeah, Miss Tuoba was in the limelight a while ago!”
These words made people not want to hear them.
Xiao Ling turned to look at Tuoba Feng. It was rare for her to see a hint of shyness on Tuoba Feng's face. When she saw Xiao Ling looking at her, she turned her head away shyly.
Xiao Ling took her hand and walked forward.
The young lady who had spoken was very surprised. She was originally quite far away from his door, but she followed him with her footsteps."Third Young Lady, don't you want to know how Young Lady Tuoba managed to gain the limelight?”
Tuoba Feng was a little surprised as well. He did not expect Xiao Ling to take her hand and leave. After all, the group of ladies from noble families looked much better than her alone.
Xiao Ling refused to stop. He grabbed Tuoba Feng's hand and walked forward. When he saw the lady following him, he tilted his chin and muttered,""Miss Tuoba will tell me about these things. I don't think I need anyone else to tell me.”
The girl's expression turned ugly.
Xiao Ling did not look at her. She had already noticed that this girl had always been by Xiao Qing's side. She was probably just a sugar cane girl. Who knew what she was up to when she suddenly came out to talk to her?
Although Tuoba Feng was a little reckless, she was still a good girl. It was much better than being by their side. Moreover, she did not want to see the light in his bright eyes fade.
"All the younger sisters can rest here. If you want to admire the flowers, you can go to the peach blossom forest. Pastries and tea have also been prepared. If you need anything, you can come and find me.”
The girl in the lead smiled. She was probably from the assistant minister's residence. Her every move was elegant.
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