Yan Qingwan simply lifted up the hem of her skirt and walked towards the pavilion with light steps.

On the way, he naturally met a palace maid standing nearby.

Yan Qingwan paused for a moment, cast his gaze towards the palace maid, and asked softly, "Excuse me, can I go up to the pavilion on the stone mountain to have a look?"

After hearing this, the palace maid leaned forward slightly and replied respectfully: "Miss, of course you can go up to see it, but that place is a bit high, so you need to be careful."

Yan Qingwan nodded to express his gratitude.

Then, she continued walking forward, and her mood really improved a lot.

Going up step by step along the stone steps, you will see exquisite patterns carved on the stones on both sides, which are lifelike, as if a three-dimensional painting is unfolding before your eyes.

Yan Qingwan sometimes couldn't help but stop and carefully examine the carving craftsmanship on it.

I couldn't help but admire the master craftsmanship of the masters.

Soon, she arrived at the pavilion.

Standing on the edge and looking down, you can have a panoramic view of the huge lotus pond at a glance.

It is midsummer now, and the pond is filled with layers of lotus leaves. Pink and white lotus flowers are dotted among the green leaves. Some of them are in bud, while others have fully bloomed, revealing tender yellow stamens.

The breeze brings bursts of fragrance, making people feel relaxed and happy.

Yan Qingwan quietly appreciated the beautiful scenery, and his mood became more and more relaxed.

She couldn't help but recall the scene before she came through, when she was a child in her hometown, when her school teacher organized the students to go play by the lotus pond.

At that time, she always liked to pick lotus leaves and lotus flowers and play with three or two classmates with whom she had a good relationship.

Today, the world has changed, and she doesn’t know whether she will be able to see her childhood playmates in her lifetime.

Just as Yan Qingwan was immersed in his memories, he suddenly heard footsteps behind him.

She looked back and saw the prince with a sullen face and cold eyes, walking towards her calmly and unhurriedly.

Yan Qingwan was stunned for a moment, then he slowly bowed and said softly, "Greetings, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince."

When Si Jinchen heard her voice, his eyes dimmed. He slowly looked her up and down and said calmly, "Why are you hiding here? It's easy for me to find you."

Upon hearing this, Yan Qingwan lowered her head and said softly, "It's my fault. I just thought it was higher up here and wanted to come up to get some fresh air."

"Yeah." Si Jinchen responded calmly, then walked to her side, glanced casually downwards, paused for a moment before turning around, facing her, leaning over slightly to examine her expression as if admiring her.

Yan Qingwan felt the close figure and gaze, and his face turned red instantly.

My heart felt like it was on fire and I felt panicky for no reason.

Yan Qingwan has always had a little problem. When she is nervous, her two slender hands like onions will be placed behind her back, and the thumb and index finger of her left hand will pinch the thumb of her right hand.

Si Jinchen naturally noticed her little action, and he couldn't help but sneer.

Yan Qingwan was already a little embarrassed, and was even more embarrassed by his smile, so she couldn't help but scolded: "Your Highness, please don't make fun of me."

Si Jinchen raised his eyebrows, curled the corners of his mouth slightly, and suddenly stretched out his slender white hand and pulled one of her little hands in front of him.

Yan Qingwan was startled and subconsciously wanted to pull his hand back, but Si Jinchen held it tightly.

"What are you doing? Let me go!" Yan Qingwan was shocked and embarrassed, her face flushed red, she lowered her head and did not dare to look at him, and protested in a low voice.

Si Jinchen did not let go, but squeezed her fingers, his voice low and magnetic: "Why were you standing with that young master Wei just now?"

Yan Qingwan frowned slightly, looked at him with some confusion, and then slowly explained: "The Duke's wife called him over when she was chatting with my grandmother. I can't just leave as soon as he comes."

How rude, she muttered under her breath.

Si Jinchen paused after hearing this, a hint of displeasure flashed across his face, but he still patiently asked, "Then why did you look behind me when I first came in?"

When Yan Qingwan heard this question, he was stunned at first, and then his mind quickly recalled the scene just now.

She realized that she was indeed ignoring Si Jinchen's figure and looking at His Royal Highness Prince An standing behind him.

Thinking of this, she suddenly smiled, but quickly came to her senses and quickly covered her lips with her hands, while secretly observing Si Jinchen's reaction.

Si Jinchen snorted lightly, and the coldness on his body seemed to become even heavier.

Yan Qingwan looked at the person opposite him who was emitting cold air like a refrigerator.

She couldn't help but pursed her lips, moved closer to him, and explained softly: "Actually...actually I was looking at His Royal Highness Prince An."

"What's so good about him?" Si Jinchen frowned and said coldly.

"Well...well, I told you not to be angry." Yan Qingwan blushed slightly and looked at him embarrassedly.

Si Jinchen looked at her and said expressionlessly: "You say."

"Well, I accidentally heard about the scene when His Royal Highness Prince An went to the mountains to catch wild boars. When I saw His Royal Highness Prince An behind you today, I couldn't help but take a second look."

As soon as he finished speaking, Yan Qingwan immediately lowered his head in shame, his eyes focused on his toes, as if he had done something wrong.

After listening to this, Si Jinchen's mouth twitched slightly and he was speechless.

He had originally intended to see what this little woman could come up with, but this is what happened?

He almost thought that she was attracted to his good-for-nothing younger brother!

Thinking of the embarrassing thing that happened to Prince An that day, he subconsciously tightened his grip on Yan Qingwan's hand.

Then he heard the girl opposite him hiss in pain. He looked down and saw that the tips of Miss Yan's fingers were slightly red, obviously because she had used too much force just now.

At this time, Yan Qingwan's face turned red, and she glared at him with shame and anger.

She seemed unaware that her face was slightly flushed and she had a unique fragrance on her body. At this moment, coupled with her shy and angry posture, she had a unique charm that made people fascinated.

Si Jinchen's throat rolled, and when he saw the red marks on her fingers, his heart softened. He sighed softly and let go of her hand.

"It's my fault." He said softly, "I didn't expect that this force would leave a mark on your finger."

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