Chapter 187
Chapter 17 Chapter 05 – The Beginning Of The Five Elements Theory
Pa.s.sing by the Qin Residence, Xiang Shaolong can feel his entire body itching to see its owner. Finally, he succ.u.mbed to his desire.
Every family warrior guarding the gate knew about his special relations.h.i.+p with Qin Qing and invited him to enter the residence without announcing his arrival.
The housekeeper Uncle Fang escorted him into the main hall and was about to inform Qin Qing when Xiang Shaolong smiled: "I am just pa.s.sing by. Let me just say Hi to her." After enquiring about her whereabouts, he entered the corridor and walked towards the rear chambers.
A few pretty maids were playing with the snow in the garden. Chancing upon Xiang Shaolong, they whispered and giggled among themselves before pointing him towards Qin Qing.
Crossing over the door ledge into the eastern chamber, he saw Qin Qing leaning towards the table at an angle. Dressed in a pale green dress and a purple shawl embroidered with phoenixes, her hair was tied up neatly in a bun with a few strands of hair hanging loosely. The loose strands of hair made her even more mesmerizing coupled with her flawless beauty. Even with Xiang Shaolong’s strong willpower, he was stunned at this display before him.
With one hand holding a piece of cloth and the other sewing with a needle and thread, Qin Qing was fixated in her work.
Never in her wildest dreams did she expect Xiang Shaolong to appear suddenly before her. Shocked, she frantically tidied her hair and sat upright, chirping: "Ai, it is you!"
Witnessing her enchanting movements, Xiang Shaolong was aroused and stepped forward, sitting down beside her. Almost touching her lap, he leaned forward and greeted: "h.e.l.lo Grand Tutor Qin! Please forgive me for visiting you after such a long delay."
Qin Qing leaned backwards and put more distance between their two faces but did not find fault with him. She almost wanted to whine out but held back, making her even s.e.xier.
Xiang Shaolong noticed the embroidery in her hands and she somehow tried to hide it from his prying eyes. Curious, Xiang Shaolong asked: "What picture is Grand Tutor embroidering?"
Qin Qing’s neck became burning hot instantly and she lowered her head, whining: "Will Official Xiang please watch your own behaviour? How can you sit right beside me at the same table without asking for permission? " Xiang Shaolong guessed that her embarra.s.sment came about because the embroidery is possibly linked to him. His heart filled with sweetness, he gently coaxed: "I am only here to pay my respects and have to take my leave now. If I have offended you, it is just for a short period anyway. Please forgive me for this temporary rudeness."
Qin Qing seriously state: "You! You had to barge in like this and caught me in a dishevelled state."
Xiang Shaolong leaned forward slightly to enjoy her body fragrance and smiled: "I beg to differ. Had I not barged in, I would not be able to see the intoxicating side of you."
Qin Qing regained her usual icy composure but her face is still slightly red. Standing up and away from the other side of the table, she placed her embroidery into a painted box near her. She carefully and delicately arranged everything in the box neatly before shutting it. Xiang Shaolong came up to her side and imitated her posture, softly asking: "I have returned safely. Are you happy?"
From his angle, he can enjoy the features of this ancient beauty and was swept off his feet. Naturally, his words carry a hint of teasing.
Qin Qing kept quiet for some time before turning around to shoot him a look. She slowly sighed: "I thought Official Xiang has something else to do? Don’t waste your precious time here."
These two sentences are as good as pouring a bucket of ice water over Xiang Shaolong’s head. Xiang Shaolong immediately snapped out of his stupor and his pa.s.sion fizzled out. After a short daze, he can no longer stand the awkward silence between the two of them and with some anger; he nodded and paid his respects. He furiously strode towards the door and swore to never step into the Qin Residence again.
Before he can cross the door ledge, Qin Qing softly whistled: "Xiang Shaolong!"
Xiang Shaolong stood still and coldly snorted: "What else does Grand Tutor Qin want now?!"
Footsteps sounded softly as Qin Qing came up to his back. Her gentle voice filled his ears: "Are you angry?"
Xiang Shaolong bitterly smiled: "If it was you, would you be happy?"
Qin Qing went around him to his front and plainly state: "Of course not but do you realise that your behaviour is simply disrespectful!"
Xiang Shaolong had a big revelation. All along, Qin Qing had misunderstood him. As she has many spies in the palace, she must have thought that he and Zhu Ji share a special relations.h.i.+p which makes Zhu Ji support him wholeheartedly. She was mistaken that he had used his charm to seduce Zhu Ji and despised him for that. Therefore, she becomes cold and unfeeling towards him.
He shook his head and smiled bitterly: "Grand Tutor Qin thinks too lowly of me. Forget it! You are free to believe whatever you wish. I am used to being misunderstood by you anyway." Ignoring her wailing, he left the Qin residence in a huff.
Just as he left the Qin Residence with the Eighteen Guardians, he ran headlong into Ying Ying and several of her female warriors.
Both their entourage stopped beside the main road. With a guilty conscience, Ying Ying awkwardly greeted: "h.e.l.lo Official Xiang! Why didn’t you visit me despite having returned such a long time ago?"
Xiang Shaolong is in a bad mood and he knew that Ying Ying is still fooling around with Guan Zhongxie. Unwilling to humour her, he coldly replied: "Will you be free if I visited you?" Paying no further attention to her, he slapped his horse and left.
Back at the Wu Residence, he quickly searched for Ji Yanran.
Talented Lady Ji had just completed her two favourite tasks: Taking a short nap and having a hot water shower after the nap. Smelling sweetly, she was seated on a small armchair and leaning on a soft cus.h.i.+on. She was slightly covered by a light blanket and was