The Dramatic Crown Princess Wants to Poison Me!

Chapter 620: Chapter 619: Imaginary Affection

Huangfu Yuxuan felt a hint of disdain in his heart. Could it be that Mr. Gongyang wanted him to lower his standards, and thus he ended up with such mediocre company?

When he was the son of the Crown Prince, the Assistant Minister of the Secretariat’s daughter dared not approach him.

Even though he was no longer the Crown Prince’s son, his charming appearance, unrestrained demeanor, and innate nobility ensured his status remained unchanged in the minds of the young women in the Capital City. Thus, those who dared not approach him now did so?

Although Huangfu Yuxuan felt impatient, he casually replied, "Life arises from fate, and where there is life, there is death; fate is like the weather, ever-changing, never constant!"

Kang Xiaomin had mustered all her courage to ask the question. In her eyes, Huangfu Yuxuan, renowned young master of the Capital City, was the unreachable moon of her heart. She had never dreamt of becoming the legal wife of Young Master Xuan; she would be content even as a concubine to such an excellent man!

Lord knows, when she saw Young Master Xuan seated beside her just now, she nearly fainted from happiness. After asking the question, she felt extremely anxious, even prepared for indifference. Unexpectedly, Young Master Xuan answered her, filling her face with a blissful blush.

She said coyly, "Thank you, Young Master Xuan, for your insight. Your explanation is even clearer than the master’s!"

Huangfu Yuxuan nodded lightly, and said, "I have some matters to attend to, I’ll take my leave!"

He clearly recognized Kang Xiaomin’s flattery. Although the current speaker was not one of the Three Great Monks of Bodhi, he was a monk proficient in Buddhist Law, yet someone how could his casual remark surpass those immersed in the practice for decades?

If Kang Xiaomin hadn’t been so sycophantic, he might have felt a bit more affection, but now he simply felt uninterested and departed.

On his departure, Liu Xiuyin, seated on the other side, enviously said, "Did you just talk to Young Master Xuan?"

Since the speaker was on stage, they had both spoken quietly earlier, so no one else heard. If Liu Xiuyin hadn’t been paying attention, she wouldn’t even have known the two had spoken.

Now, Liu Xiuyin asked quietly, with a touch of curiosity and envy, mingling joy: "You really have the knack, sister! Even Young Master Xuan looked at you differently; he discussed fate with you, showing he has feelings for you!"

Kang Xiaomin blushed bashfully and murmured, "Ah, there’s really nothing between me and Young Master Xuan. Don’t speak carelessly, Young Master Xuan might be displeased!"

Liu Xiuyin understood, laughing, "I understand, I won’t speak carelessly. I’ll only be happy for you. Congratulations, sister, Young Master Xuan has such a noble status; you will be infinitely wealthy in the future!"

Kang Xiaomin was overjoyed to hear this. Despite it being mere speculation, one spoke joyfully while the other listened with elation, as if it were already decided.

Kang Xiaomin harvested Liu Xiuyin’s envious yet flattering gaze, feeling immensely satisfied. However, she knew well that there was nothing between her and Young Master Xuan; even if he didn’t dislike her, she would still need to strive to marry him!

With a sigh, she said, "Young Master Xuan just left due to other matters, so I should pay attention to the master’s lecture on Buddhist Law; otherwise, if Young Master Xuan discusses fate with me later and I’m unable to respond, it would be bad!"

Having said this, Liu Xiuyin naturally dared not disturb her and turned her attention back to the scripture.

The two hadn’t come to listen to Buddhist Law. Knowing today was the auspicious fifteenth gathering when many noble heirs would visit Bodhi Temple, a potential match might be found.

Liu Xiuyin considered herself no lesser than Kang Xiaomin, surpassing her slightly in looks and intellect; if inferior, it was only because her father’s official rank was a bit lower.

She thought her own qualifications would certainly attract more noble attention, but she didn’t expect Kang Xiaomin to engage Young Master Xuan in conversation.

What status did Young Master Xuan hold?

He was once the Crown Prince’s son and now the Imperial Grandson. More importantly, he was handsome, gentle, courteous, affable, and with royal lineage, without a single flaw.

A figure she looked up to from afar.

Even if Kang Xiaomin were to become Young Master Xuan’s concubine, she would still hold a higher status. But after some thought, she felt relieved; hasn’t all this yet to be decided? Moreover, if Kang Xiaomin could, so could she!

Huangfu Yuxuan was unaware of these matters following his departure. At the temple gates, his expression cooled as Cui Huai said immediately, "My lord, I just inquired, Miss Xia indeed visited, but she did not attend the lecture and has already left the mountain!"

Huangfu Yuxuan squinted his eyes, saying, "She came to Bodhi Temple but didn’t attend the lecture?"

Cui Huai’s lip twitched slightly as he recounted what he knew, "It’s said that she had some displeasure with several young ladies upon ascending, and perhaps didn’t wish to sit with them. She found an old monk sweeping the temple gate and asked for a cup of tea before leaving!"

"Just a random choice?"

Cui Huai nodded, recalling more, "At the time, many saw it; the old monk was rude, even sweeping at Miss Xia, perhaps prompting her to seek reason!"

"Was it possible to identify the old monk?"

"This..." Cui Huai said hesitantly, "Reportedly, he was just an ordinary old monk, sweeping."

Huangfu Yuxuan asked again, "What was the nature of the displeasure?"

Cui Huai bowed slightly and said, "It’s said to be over parking space, Miss Xia’s carriage appeared too poor, leading to harassment... Feeling his master’s increasingly unhappy face, Cui Huai dared not delay, quickly added, "But Miss Xia, standing firm, retorted and caused the two ladies a slight loss!"

"That sounds like her," Huangfu Yuxuan remarked calmly. "How long ago did she leave the mountain?"

Cui Huai, secretly relieved as he had relied on hearsay, quickly replied: "Less than half an hour!"