Mistakenly recognized as a cousin, thousands of pampered

That evening, Ji Qingyi hurried back to the mansion, but he returned a little late. Tao Hongyuan had already returned to the mansion, and everyone was in the main hall.

When Tao Hongyuan learned that Ji Qingyi was going to take Tao Jiuxi out, he did not have any objection.

Just as everyone was about to leave, Tao Jiuxi shifted his gaze slightly and inadvertently caught a glimpse of his father and Zhong Yunxi, both of whom looked uneasy.

She thought to herself that with her sister here, the two of them would inevitably feel restrained. Then she had an idea and invited Tao Qingwan to go with them.

Zhong Yunxi was very smart and understood immediately.

She knew that Tao Jiuxi was creating a space for them to be alone, giving them a chance to ease the somewhat subtle and tense atmosphere between them. A trace of gratitude flashed in her eyes, and she nodded slightly, casting a knowing look at Tao Jiuxi.

When the carriage carrying the three people slowly arrived at Zuifeng Tower, Shen Zhiyi had already been waiting there for a long time.

As soon as Tao Jiuxi's carriage stopped in front of Zuifeng Tower, Shen Zhiyi couldn't wait to step forward quickly, and his hospitality was beyond words.

The curtain of the carriage was lifted, and Ji Qingyi was the first to get off.

Seeing this, Shen Zhiyi's hand, which was about to be extended, suddenly retracted as if he had been electrocuted, with a hint of embarrassment on his face.

Ji Qingyi looked at Shen Zhiyi with disdain, then quickly got off the carriage.

"Put away your worthless look." Ji Qingyi said unhappily.

"okay."

Immediately afterwards, Tao Qingwan walked out of the carriage.

Shen Zhiyi learned his lesson this time. He quickly put his hands behind his back and stood aside obediently.

It was not until Tao Jiuxi appeared at the door of the carriage that Shen Zhiyi's attentiveness returned instantly. With a smile on his handsome face, he hurriedly stretched out his hand and carefully helped Tao Jiuxi get out of the car. His flattering look was completely different from before.

Afterwards, several people walked into the private room of Zuifeng Tower together.

"Why haven't I seen Jiang Qu and Jiang Shun recently?" Tao Jiuxi looked at the unfamiliar face following behind Shen Zhiyi.

"I sent them out on errands." Shen Zhiyi responded calmly.

To him, Jiang Qu and Jiang Shun were no longer naive teenagers. As they grew older, it was time for them to establish their own achievements. Therefore, Shen Zhiyi would let them do anything within their capabilities, allowing them to gain experience.

"Hey, why isn't today like before? You told me not to inquire about the whereabouts of people around you?" Tao Jiuxi raised the corner of his mouth with a subtle arc, and a hint of ridicule flashed in his eyes.

Thinking back, she had just casually asked about Jiang Shun's whereabouts, and Shen Zhiyi had reprimanded her seriously, warning her not to pry into the movements of people around her. That stern look was still imprinted in Tao Jiuxi's mind.

Ji Qingyi was also curious and asked, "Did Ah Yi talk to you like this before?"

"Would I say that?" Shen Zhiyi raised his eyebrows and denied it flatly.

Tao Jiuxi chuckled. She liked to bring up old matters and tease him. She found it amusing to see him embarrassed.

After everyone was seated, Tao Jiuxi took the opportunity to recount the details of Xie Yushu during the break between dishes.

"Are you planning to save her?" Shen Zhiyi looked up at Tao Jiuxi and asked while picking up some food.

"Xie Yushu has sent a letter. He must be desperate, so he came to me." Tao Jiuxi really sympathized with Xie Yushu's situation, but he felt angry when he thought that his advice was ignored.

"Then I'll send someone to handle it tomorrow." Shen Zhiyi agreed without hesitation after learning of Tao Jiuxi's intentions. He knew Tao Jiuxi too well. When she saw something unfair, she would help even a stranger, let alone someone she had known day and night and who had saved her before.

And he will fully support whatever Tao Jiuxi wants to do.

"Originally, I was planning to send someone to deal with Xie Yushu's matter this afternoon. But when I came out today, I found that Dad and Yunxi were getting along awkwardly. Dad was just being considerate of us, and his words and actions were very uncomfortable. If this continues, and he gets used to being deliberately distant in front of us, I'm afraid they'll always be lukewarm in the future."

"My sister and I discussed it on the way. We're leaving the house to create a private environment for father and Yunxi. Yunxi is so smart. If she can seize the opportunity, she might be able to change her situation in the house."

She and Tao Qingwan both felt that only by giving their father and Yunxi enough time alone could their relationship be further developed.

"It's just that I have some government affairs to deal with these days and I really can't spare the time. How about waiting for a few days?" Shen Zhiyi put down his bowl and chopsticks, looked at Tao Jiuxi and asked.

"It's okay to wait for a few days, but we just came back from Jiangnan, and you want to go out again. Is that inappropriate?" Tao Jiuxi thought to himself, if I always ask for leave, what if the emperor is unhappy? Will his salary be deducted?

Before Shen Zhiyi could answer, Ji Qingyi spoke.

"Ayi, I'll go with the sisters. Xie Yushu is also my cousin."

As soon as she finished speaking, Tao Jiuxi and Tao Qingwan both looked at Shen Zhiyi. Tao Jiuxi thought, if Shen Zhiyi objected, then let him send someone to rescue Xie Yushu. Although she wanted to help, she didn't want to argue with Shen Zhiyi over other people's affairs.

However, even Tao Jiuxi didn't expect that Shen Zhiyi only hesitated for a moment before nodding and agreeing: "I feel at ease with Qingyi accompanying me."

When Ji Qingyi heard this, he couldn't help but joked, "Seriously?" He raised his eyebrows, his eyes full of teasing.

Shen Zhiyi smiled, his expression calm: "We have been good brothers for many years, I trust you. Of course I am willing to help me take care of Ah Xi."

Tao Jiuxi was surprised: "Do you agree?"

"I agree!"

Tao Jiuxi felt a warm current surge in his heart, and he felt that Shen Zhiyi was his ideal partner at this moment. In this era of male supremacy, he had immense trust in her and was willing to let her do what she wanted. How precious was that.

This feeling of being respected and trusted made Tao Jiuxi's eyes look at Shen Zhiyi with a little more tenderness.

"But how could your father agree to this?" Shen Zhiyi asked again.

"I'm racking my brains to think of a reason." Tao Jiuxi responded.

"If you sisters travel together, your father may find it difficult to agree. How about this, let your eldest sister stay at the Princess's Mansion for a few days. If your eldest sister also leaves the city, Fang Mingxiu will definitely pester me from time to time to find out about her." Ji Qingyi analyzed.

Tao Qingwan was eating quietly. When she heard Shen Zhiyi mention Fang Mingxiu, she suddenly became shy, her face turned slightly red, and she lowered her head in embarrassment.

After hearing this, Tao Jiuxi looked at Shen Zhiyi with suspicion.

Now Shen Zhiyi not only agreed?

Are you still asking my sister not to go?

Only let Ji Qingyi and I go?

Was he just speaking sarcastically?

I blame myself for not realizing it at the time. When men get jealous, they can also be sarcastic.

Tao Jiuxi quickly said, "Ayi, well, I don't really have to go..."