Mistakenly recognized as a cousin, thousands of pampered

Chapter 152 Go to the Private Room

At this moment, Tao Jiuxi felt his head buzzing and was completely confused.

Tao Jiuxi retracted his gaze, not even glancing at Xie Jinghuan, and asked Ji Qingyi, who was standing under the carriage, "Brother Yi, do you know him?"

Her thoughts were in a mess. Why did Ji Qingyi and Xie Jinghuan know each other?

"Of course, his mother is my aunt, just like your mother."

After Ji Qingyi's reminder, she suddenly remembered that Ji Qingyi was also the nephew of her aunt Ji Miaofu.

Tao Jiuxi felt like she must be stupid for forgetting this relationship. Mainly because she hadn't even thought of Xie Jinghuan in the two months since she left.

Xie Jingheng strode forward, walked to Ji Qingyi's side, and immediately bowed respectfully to greet him.

Personally, he is Ji Qingyi's cousin; publicly, his official position is also lower than Ji Qingyi's.

He tried hard to maintain a seemingly natural smile, but his eyes held an indescribable curiosity: "My cousin hasn't been back to the capital for several years. When did you come back?"

As he spoke, he glanced at Tao Jiuxi from the corner of his eye. Seeing that Tao Jiuxi didn't even look at him, he couldn't help but feel a bitterness in his heart. The bitterness was like unripe green fruit, the sour feeling filled his heart and was hard to let go.

"We just arrived in the capital today."

After Ji Qingyi finished speaking, he extended his hand again to Tao Jiuxi, who was still frozen in the carriage, with a look of determination in his eyes that could not be refused.

His eyes were fixed on Tao Jiuxi, as if silently declaring that this was what he should do and he had no choice but to do it.

Tao Jiuxi thought to herself, this man had not been so overbearing before, so why was he so determined to hold her hand now?

Tao Jiuxi saw that everyone passing by was looking at her curiously. Those gazes were like countless tiny needles, pricking her and making her feel uncomfortable all over.

She hurried back into the carriage. Just when Ji Qingyi was puzzled, Tao Jiuxi took out the teapot from the carriage and handed it to Ji Qingyi without saying a word.

"This tea is delicious. We can't waste it. Let's take it up."

Then he quickly got off the carriage.

Ji Qingyi looked at the teapot in his hand and couldn't help but think that Tao Jiuxi was too cute, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise.

Xie Jinghuan watched the two people's actions silently, his eyes full of loneliness.

At this moment, the waiter saw a customer coming to the store and immediately stepped forward with a big smile to greet him warmly: "Sir, please come in."

As soon as he finished speaking, he saw that the person who came was Xie Jinghuan. Although the waiter did not know Ji Qingyi and Tao Jiuxi, he recognized the current number one scholar, so he hurriedly greeted him respectfully: "It's Master Xie, Master Xie today..."

Before the waiter could finish, Xie Jingyan bowed to Ji Qingyi, who was holding Tao Jiuxi's hand, and forced a smile on his face. He said, "Cousin, it's been many years since we last met, and it's truly a blessing to meet again today. Since we've met today, why don't I host you and let us have a good chat together? I'll also let me show my hospitality."

His voice sounded calm, but only he knew that his heart was already in turmoil. Perhaps only in this way would he have the opportunity to sit at the same table with Tao Jiuxi.

Ji Qingyi saw that it was his cousin, and Xie Jinghe had just called Tao Jiuxi "Sister Xier" so affectionately, so he thought that the two must have had some interactions before.

"Jing Yan is being polite. Since we've met, we should be together." Ji Qingyi responded with a smile, his words showing a hint of intimacy.

The waiter hurried forward and asked respectfully, "Master Xie, would you like to sit in the same seat as before, or in the private room upstairs?"

"Private room, private room!!"

Tao Jiuxi almost blurted out, her voice a little anxious.

She thought to herself that she was sitting in the hall with many people around. If Shen Zhiyi knew about it, she would be in trouble. Maybe something might happen. She didn't want to get into that situation.

Upon hearing this, the waiter immediately led the way.

Xie Jinghuan was still as humble and polite as ever, bowing slightly to Ji Qingyi and gracefully making a gesture of invitation, showing his gentlemanly demeanor. However, Ji Qingyi did not take the lead, but turned to Tao Jiuxi and said softly, "Xier, let's go."

Ji Qingyi looked at Tao Jiuxi with eyes full of tenderness and care. This look was completely seen by Xie Jinghuan, and his heart was immediately full of questions.

But he could only follow the two of them slowly.

In order to avoid attracting more attention, Tao Jiuxi quickly followed the waiter and hurried upstairs.

The three of them went to the private room upstairs together.

Tao Jiuxi was extremely flustered at the moment. She really regretted coming to Wangyue Tower for dinner.

She was secretly annoyed in her heart. There were so many restaurants in the capital, why did they have to compete with Wangyue Tower? She was really helpless and "resentful" towards Wangyue Tower at this moment. It would have been fine if it had only Ji Qingyi, but why did she meet Xie Jinghe.

"Xi'er, what's wrong with you? I see your face is so red."

As soon as Ji Qingyi entered the room, his eyes instantly focused on the obvious blush on Tao Jiuxi's face.

As he spoke, he naturally raised his hand and slowly placed the back of his hand against Tao Jiuxi's forehead. His eyes were full of genuine concern, fearing that she was too tired from going out today and was feeling unwell.

His movements were gentle, with a natural intimacy, as if they were already very familiar with each other.

Just when Ji Qingyi's hand was about to touch Tao Jiuxi, Tao Jiuxi subconsciously dodged backwards.

However, when she dodged, she didn't pay any attention to the situation behind her, and bumped right into Xie Jinghuan who was standing right behind her.

Xie Jinghuan had been paying close attention to Tao Jiuxi's every move from beginning to end. Seeing this, he quickly reached out and held Tao Jiuxi firmly.

"Sister Xier, be careful."

Xie Jinghe's tone was full of concern. There was nothing wrong with his way of addressing Tao Jiuxi from a common sense perspective. However, when Ji Qingyi heard it, it inexplicably made him feel a little uncomfortable.

Tao Jiuxi disliked Xie Jinghuan's touch even more. He quickly took a few steps to distance himself from her and made up an excuse: "I haven't exercised in a long time. I'm out of breath after just two steps. My face is red and my heart is beating fast. It's okay."

Ji Qingyi was also slightly stunned and asked: "Are you really okay? If you feel uncomfortable, you must tell me."

"Yeah. It's really okay."

The three of them then sat down.

In order to quickly end this unsettling dinner, Tao Jiuxi immediately told the waiter, "Just bring out a few special dishes."

She just wanted to leave this place that made her feel awkward and uneasy as soon as possible.

Ji Qingyi keenly noticed the obvious panic on Tao Jiuxi's face, and he thought that maybe it would be better to let her calm down alone for a while.

So he silently poured a cup of tea and handed it to Tao Jiuxi, then looked away and stopped looking at her, leaving her some space alone.

"Jing Yan, I heard that you passed the high school entrance examination. I haven't had the chance to congratulate you yet, but I have already prepared a gift. I will bring it to you when I go to your uncle's house in two days." Ji Qingyi said with a smile, his tone like that of a stern brother, with a bit of solemnity.

"Thank you, cousin. We haven't seen each other for several years. Why did you suddenly come to the capital? Is it the emperor's call?" Xie Jingyan responded politely and asked with a hint of curiosity in his eyes.

"It's not the emperor's summons, but I have entered the palace today and paid my respects to the emperor." Ji Qingyi replied calmly.

After listening to their conversation, Tao Jiuxi couldn't help but feel some doubts in his head.

She wondered if Shen Zhiyi had told His Majesty about her engagement with Ji Qingyi. If His Majesty knew, then Shen Zhiyi should also know that Ji Qingyi had arrived in the capital. So why hadn't Shen Zhiyi been seen yet? The more she thought about it, the more confused she became.

Ji Qingyi's eyes inadvertently glanced at Tao Jiuxi who kept his head down beside him, and then slowly said: "I came back this time because of my engagement with Xier."

"Engagement? You... you?"