The arrogant imperial concubine arrives, the favorite of the regent

The atmosphere in the flower hall suddenly became extremely cold, and it was so quiet that one could hear even the sound of an embroidery needle falling to the ground.

"No, no! I didn't cause any trouble, nor did I commit any crime." Ling Xingmu stood up and quickly approached Ling Chiye. "My injury hasn't healed yet, so I want to stay in the capital for a while. I'm surprised you're here, but I just think it's too much trouble for you to come with the team."

"No trouble." Ling Chiye spoke quietly, and then added casually: "I came back with King Di's team."

Ling Xingmu's mouth widened. He actually knew nothing! He heard that King Di returned to the capital overnight, but he didn't know that there were members of the Ling family in King Di's army.

Although King Di had some contact with their family when he was in the Northern Territory before, but now King Di was in contact with his own family and was traveling together, this kind of relationship was more than just a chance encounter before.

The thoughtful Ling Chiye did not look at Ling Xingmu, and said calmly: "He was leaving from the Northern Territory and returning to the capital, and I happened to be coming to the capital as well, so we went together."

That's all their relationship is...

At this moment, the young master of the Ling family slightly glared, his face full of disbelief. Normally, the young master of the Ling family was self-possessed and his expression would not change a lot, but now he was like changing his face, with all kinds of expressions on his face. Surprise, distortion, horror, uneasiness, etc.

He wondered in his heart: When did his elder brother become so easy to talk to? He had even kindly explained some of his doubts to him several times today.

Ling Chiye pointed his slender jade-like fingers, picked up the orchid jade teacup, and took another sip.

"I haven't seen you for several months. You seem to be doing well?" As he spoke, his white fingers twisted the orchid teacup. The white and green colors set off each other, making him look beautiful and noble.

"No, no, I just make do with my life." Ling Xingmu understood the meaning of Ling Chiye's words. For example, the fine teacup in front of him was not something that ordinary people could afford. He had fled the Ling family in the North Realm for a long time and did not bring much money with him.

A complicated look flashed across Ling Xingmu's eyes. He smiled and wanted to step forward to give Ling Chiye a shoulder pat. However, before his claws touched the corner of Ling Chiye's clothes, he was ruthlessly slapped away by a pair of big hands.

Ling Xingmu could not move, and could only say angrily: "In fact, I have been traveling for a long time, and I have very little money left. Now my food and clothing are all provided by Prince Ye and Princess Ye."

He did bring several million silver notes, but he also spent a lot of money on his travels, especially when he suddenly fell ill, he spent a lot of money to hire a doctor for treatment. It was a pity that he spent a lot of money, but still almost lost his life. If he hadn't met Yun Mujiu that day, he would have died of pain.

Ling Chiye stared at Ling Xingmu: "I didn't know that you saved up several million taels of silver to 'escape'?"

"Hehe, some of them are given by my grandparents on weekdays." Ling Xingmu was a little embarrassed. He was not taken seriously in the Ling family. Only his grandmother and grandparents could give him some care.

Ling Chiye snorted coldly, and then heard Ling Xingmu's fierce accusation: "Brother, I'm not 'running away', I'm just traveling."

"Really? If you're traveling, why don't your family know about it?" Ling Chiye's voice sank, his steady eyes revealing a bit of sharpness. "You said you were going to the academy to study, so you just wandered around! And you came to Zhongyue Capital and took the initiative to get involved in Zhongyue's situation!"

"This..." Ling Xingmu was choked and couldn't find a better reason to shirk.

Xiao Zhao saw that the Third Young Master's expression was getting uglier and uglier, and also knew that the First Young Master had a very upright temper. He couldn't stand to hear lies, and couldn't stand to see someone doing something wrong. Xiao Zhao quickly stepped forward and said softly, "First Young Master, you have been traveling for such a long time, you must be very tired, right? You should rest well."

Ling Xingmu quickly echoed Xiao Zhao's words and asked, "You returned to the capital with King Di's team, so where did you live before?"

Ling Chiye did not answer, with an indescribable expression on his face. However, a guard beside him took the initiative to reply: "Third Master, we will stay at the inn."

Ling Xingmu asked: "The villa I live in now is very spacious, do you want to come and live here?"

The guard glanced at his master and shook his head: "No need. The eldest young master has his own plans." This is a villa under the name of Princess Ye, and the eldest young master will not come to live here.

Ling Chiye pushed the teacup away, not drinking tea or having a meal. He said calmly, "I will rent a separate courtyard and live there for a while."

"That's fine." Ling Xingmu raised both hands in agreement. Firstly, this was the villa Yun Mujiu gave him to live in, and he was embarrassed to bring a group of people to live here. Secondly, he had a distant relationship with his eldest brother, and he didn't want to live with his eldest brother who always had a stern face. Besides, with his eldest brother by his side, it was not convenient for him to start investigating private matters!

Ling Chiye said: "The food is cold, why don't you eat quickly?"

"Someone, bring a set of bowls and chopsticks for big brother." Ling Xingmu smiled flatteringly, but heard a voice to stop him: "No need."

Ling Xingmu paced around the table, pointing at the various dishes on the round mahogany table and introducing them: "Brother, this is the medicinal food from the Laurel House opened by Princess Ye. It is not only delicious, but also good for the body. This is..."

"Enough." Ling Chiye interrupted Ling Xingmu's chattering.

He spoke in a cold voice, and turned the topic back to what someone wanted to escape from the most - "You fled the Northern Territory without permission. When you return, your father and family will definitely hold you accountable."

"Yes..." Ling Xingmu suddenly felt powerless. If he went back to receive his punishment, his days would be over.

Then, another voice that made him feel discouraged rang out. "After we have finished thanking the Night King and the Night Queen and returned the gifts and medical fees, you will immediately follow me back to the Northern Realm."

Ling Xingmu staggered and bent his waist.

He said firmly: "I won't go back."

Ling Chiye said indifferently: "No room for negotiation."

"Brother, I'm not well yet."

"If you can't die, leave now."

"Brother, I will die if I travel all this time. I need to rest and recuperate."

"You won't die. And I have good medicine with me, so you won't die." Ling Chiye narrowed his eyes slightly.

"Bang!" Ling Xingmu's body swayed and hit the round table, causing the porcelain on the table to clink.

"Brother, Princess Ye cut open my stomach to save me. I really want to rest in the capital for a while. If you don't believe me, go ask Princess Ye, is it okay?" Woohoo...Please, Princess Ye, can you help him make up for his lie! He told Princess Ye that the purpose of staying in the capital was to recuperate and have fun.

"I will go see Yun Mujiu." Ling Chiye said indifferently, "You are so eager to stay in the capital, are you hiding something from us?"

He had a cold and stern face, raised his voice, and said seriously - "Ling Xingmu, I'm warning you! When you go out, don't cause trouble for the Ling family, and don't bring disaster to the people of the Northern Territory!"