Mistakenly recognized as a cousin, thousands of pampered

This is not the place to talk about things. Tao Jiuxi thought that she would ask in detail when they were on their way back home.

She was so careless. She had only called him "cousin" for so long but forgot to ask his name.

At this time, the shopkeeper brought the dishes himself.

The aroma of the food filled the air instantly.

Shen Zhiyi reached out and gently handed the chopsticks in front of Tao Jiuxi to her.

Tao Jiuxi took the chopsticks in a sullen manner, feeling that his cousin had changed so much...

There is a feeling that the two of them have decided to be together for life just because they had a little relationship.

At this moment, Tao Jiuxi didn't want to think too much. Her mind was completely focused on her rumbling stomach, and she just wanted to fill her belly first.

Shen Zhiyi considerately added tea and served her some dishes. Under everyone's watchful eyes, Tao Jiuxi ate her meal happily.

"Cousin, I really like the taste here. Let's come again next time. And bring my elder sister along." Tao Jiuxi said with satisfaction.

"If you like, just invite the chef back home." Shen Zhiyi responded.

"No, no, the chef in our house is very skilled. It would be nice to eat something new if we come out." Tao Jiuxi quickly refused.

"Then I'll take you to more bars in the future." Shen Zhiyi said gently.

Upon hearing this, Tao Jiuxi looked at Shen Zhiyi carefully.

If Tao Jiuxi saw another man pampering a woman like this, she would definitely feel sweet.

But when it happened to her, she didn't feel that way.

In their previous interactions, she could feel that Shen Zhiyi was a man of his word and had a strong desire for control.

And she herself is a person with her own opinions.

In this era, people pay attention to matching social status. Looking at the grand courtyard of the Xie Mansion, she also knows that there is a huge gap between them. Today, she learned that her cousin has an official rank, and the gap between them is even greater.

Perhaps it was love at first sight, she just thought that Shen Zhiyi was just finding her new.

This sense of freshness won't last long.

Her world view and values ​​are different from those of people in this dynasty. Over time, her passion will eventually run out.

If Shen Zhiyi wasn't such a domineering person, she wouldn't mind having a few romances with him, but Shen Zhiyi would...

Will kill people...

Thinking of this, Tao Jiuxi suppressed the throbbing in his heart.

After having a good meal and tea, the two were about to leave.

"Greetings, Lord Shen. I am Zhou Yuping. Today, the master has given us the theme 'Emphasis on Civil and Military Affairs'. We are not talented enough and have been arguing over the answer. It is a great honor to meet Lord Shen today. Could you please give me some advice?"

The scholar named Zhou Yuping looked very respectful and bowed deeply after he finished speaking.

When Tao Jiuxi heard this, he became interested.

She had also worked on this topic in college, and now she was very eager to hear what these ancient people would say.

She looked at Shen Zhiyi with hope.

Seeing this, Shen Zhiyi said, "I happen to have nothing to do today, so it wouldn't hurt to listen."

When Tao Jiuxi heard this, the smile on his face became even more intense.

When the scholar named Zhou Yuping heard this, an expression of great joy appeared on his face.

They originally came to ask Duke Shen for help with the mentality of just giving it a try. Given their status, they thought Duke Shen would naturally ignore them, but they never expected that Duke Shen would agree without hesitation.

Shen Zhiyi led Tao Jiuxi up the stairs.

The private room was elegantly furnished. The carved screens, painted with scrolls of landscapes, seemed to draw nature into the room. Pots of delicate orchids stood by the windows, emitting a delicate fragrance. In the exquisite and spacious hall, dozens of scholars sat by the winding stream, drinking from wine.

When everyone saw Shen Zhiyi, they all stood up and saluted: "Greetings, Duke Shen."

"No need to be so polite, everyone. Keep encouraging me."

There was an elderly man at the head, who should be the person in charge of the poetry club here. When he saw Shen Zhiyi, he immediately gave up the main seat.

"There's no need for that. Mr. Jiang is the host of today's poetry gathering, so he should sit in the main seat." As he said that, Shen Zhiyi pulled Tao Jiuxi to sit on the exquisitely carved huanghuali armchair at the back.

It's not that women haven't been here before, but since this wasn't a poetry gathering, there were only a few women present, and they were all in the private room next door.

The private rooms are exquisitely decorated, with embroidered curtains hanging low or screens separating them, creating a quiet and elegant space for women.

Although it is only separated from the main hall by a wall, it seems like two different worlds. On one side, there are scholars talking loudly, and on the other side, there are women whispering softly, each with its own unique atmosphere.

Tao Jiuxi felt that this place was very novel, so he slowly looked around.

Unexpectedly, he saw a familiar face at several locations where the attack was to take place - Xie Jinghe.

He is here too!

And at this moment, he was staring at Tao Jiuxi with burning eyes.

When Duke Shen arrived just now, there was a huge uproar in the restaurant, and everyone on the second floor heard and saw it.

Xie Jinghuan had originally just joined in the fun, but he never expected to see Tao Jiuxi dressed as a woman at this moment.

She looked like a lotus flower emerging from the water, pure and elegant, which amazed him.

Everyone eventually returned to their original places and continued to discuss strategies, but he was the only one who stared through the window at the actions of the two people in the hall downstairs.

He saw how Duke Shen took good care of the woman, and his eyes found her every smile, gesture and movement so beautiful.

However, when he realized that the relationship between the two seemed unusual, endless bitterness suddenly surged in his heart, as if his heart sank straight into the dark valley.

Tao Jiuxi suddenly noticed Xie Jinghe's fiery gaze, and his heart trembled violently, like a petal trembling slightly in the breeze.

She quickly lowered her eyes, trying to avoid the scorching gaze.

Shen Zhiyi reached out and held Tao Jiuxi's hand, leaned forward slightly, lowered his head and slowly moved closer to Tao Jiuxi, and asked, "What's wrong?"

The warm breath gently fell on Tao Jiuxi's hair, lingering around her ears, bringing a slight tingling sensation.

Tao Jiuxi still didn't raise her head, but just turned her face slightly, opened her red lips, and whispered softly: "It's okay, cousin."

Tao Jiuxi only felt his heart beating violently.

Why do I feel guilty?

But what am I feeling guilty about?!