Mistakenly recognized as a cousin, thousands of pampered

Xie Jinghuan was dressed in white, standing quietly in the middle of the yard. He was tall and handsome, with an extraordinary temperament.

At this time, Tao Jiuxi walked slowly over. When Xie Jinghe saw her figure, a gentle smile suddenly appeared on his face.

"Sister Xier, how are you getting dressed?" Xie Jinghe bowed slightly and saluted politely.

"Brother Jingyan, Jinan."

Tao Jiuxi nodded slightly, but in her heart she wanted to say good night and hoped that Xie Jinghuan would go back and rest early.

"Why do you come to me when you are so busy today?" Tao Jiuxi asked, and then he felt that this question was a bit of a deliberate question.

"Everything has been packed. My mother is over there to help me keep an eye on it. It's okay."

"Then I wish you success in the exam and good luck to my brother."

"Thank you for your good wishes, sister. Today... today I came here because I have something to say." Xie Jinghuan looked serious, his eyes fixed on Tao Jiuxi.

"Go ahead, if you're not in a hurry. We can talk about it after the scientific expedition. It's really cold outside today." Tao Jiuxi shrank his neck, hugged his hands to his chest, trying to hide his uneasiness.

"If I achieve success in this imperial examination, I think..." Xie Jinghuan hesitated to speak, his eyes full of anticipation.

Tao Jiuxi thought to himself, "Brother, forget it! Isn't it better to focus on your career? Love will only slow you down." But he hurriedly said, trying to steer the conversation elsewhere: "If brother achieves success, aunt will be very happy. I will definitely go to congratulate you then."

"Don't you know what I mean?" Xie Jinghe's tone was a little anxious.

Tao Jiuxi originally wanted to ignore it and let it go, but he never expected Xie Jinghe to ask directly.

How could she not know? She had already seen it that day on West Back Street. Xie Jinghuan's preference for her was very obvious during this period.

But she couldn't respond.

Xie Jinghuan's scientific examination is about to begin, and if I refuse directly, it might disturb his mood.

Tao Jiuxi thought that if he had disturbed his mind, it would be a grave sin.

"You will go to the Imperial Examination Hall tomorrow. The imperial examination is the most important thing right now. Don't let your hard work day and night go to waste. If there is anything else, it will not be too late to talk about it after you finish the examination." Tao Jiuxi spoke sincerely. She knew very well the importance of the imperial examination in this era. As a cousin, she sincerely hoped that Xie Jinghuan could achieve good results in the imperial examination.

"Are you really willing to wait for me?" Xie Jinghe's face was filled with joy, and his eyes were burning.

Tao Jiuxi was just about to say that he was not waiting for him, but waiting for time.

But seeing the hope on Xie Jinghuan's face, he swallowed the words back and sighed again imperceptibly.

"It's really cold outside. I want to go inside."

"Then Sister Xier, please go back to your room quickly. You have always been in poor health, and I was inconsiderate." Xie Jinghe's tone was full of concern.

Upon hearing this, Tao Jiuxi bowed and ran back into the house.

The next day.

Three carriages were dispatched from the palace to escort Xie Jinghuan to the Imperial Academy to take the exam.

Tao Jiuxi didn't want to come, but since all the legitimate brothers and sisters of the Xie family were here, she had no choice but to be dragged here by Tao Qingwan.

Only when Tao Jiuxi arrived at the Imperial Examination Hall did he realize how spectacular it was to escort candidates into the examination hall during the ancient imperial examinations.

The entrance to the Imperial Examination Hall was bustling with activity. Crowds of people were thronging and bustling as they came to see off their candidates. Beautifully decorated carriages were neatly arranged beside them. The Imperial Examination Hall's gates stood majestically, flanked by dignified guards in neat uniforms, their expressions awe-inspiring. The red gates, studded with gold rivets, shone brightly in the sunlight. The examinees were all in high spirits and full of energy.

From time to time, there were bursts of blessings and encouragement from the crowd. The sound rose and fell like waves, filling the entire square in front of the Imperial Examination Hall.

Xie Jinghuan was already a prominent figure in the capital, and was also one of the best students in this scientific examination. As soon as he appeared, he immediately attracted the attention of many people.

Everyone sent auspicious words to Xie Jinghuan, and their words were full of blessings and expectations.

However, Xie Jinghuan always looked at Tao Jiuxi inadvertently.

Tao Jiuxi didn't want to be the center of attention in the crowd, so she hid behind Tao Qingwan from time to time, trying to avoid Xie Jinghe's gaze.

Ji Miaofu gave him a series of warnings, "My son, it's been a bit cold lately, and the nights are very chilly. You must take care of yourself. The conditions in the Imperial Examination Hall are different from home, and they're tough. You must wear more clothes and don't catch a cold. During the exam, don't panic. As long as you answer calmly, you will be able to demonstrate your true talents and knowledge."

"Mother will pray for you every day at home, hoping that you will return from high school. You must take good care of yourself and don't make me worry."

"Don't worry, mother. I understand." Xie Jinghuan nodded slightly, responding to his mother's concern.

As more and more people came to see Xie Jinghuan, Tao Jiuxi took the opportunity to distance himself further and further away from Xie Jinghuan.

Tao Jiuxi just hoped it would be over quickly. She was almost suffocating from the crowded crowd.

Her feet were stepped on several times in this chaotic crowd, and she was very annoyed at the moment.

As soon as Ji Miaofu finished speaking, Xie Yuhua said, "Brother is very talented and will definitely be admitted to the university."

Seeing this, the other brothers and sisters and Tao Qingwan also came forward to congratulate.

"I wish Brother Jinghuan good results."

"May my brother triumph and return with glory."

"..."

Xie Jinghuan responded to everyone's blessings one by one.

The candidates in front of the Imperial Examination Hall entered the examination room one after another.

Tao Jiuxi originally lowered her head, checking to see if anyone else would step on her feet. At the same time, she was secretly thinking in her heart that if anyone stepped on her again, she would definitely step back hard.

Just as she raised her eyes, she saw Xie Jinghuan suddenly walk around the crowd and walk straight towards her.

Tao Jiuxi's eyes were filled with resistance, as if silently shouting: "Don't come over here! Everyone is staring at you!"

However, Xie Jinghuan didn't seem to understand her eyes.

He went straight to Jiuxi and said, "Sister Xier, you are weak. I will be away from home for a few days. Please take good care of yourself."

The sound was not loud, but it was clearly heard by everyone.

Tao Jiuxi instantly felt the gazes of the people around her. Those gazes were like burning flames, making her feel uncomfortable all over.

She also heard the whispers of the people around her. Those words drifted into her ears vaguely, either curious guesses or ambiguous teasing.

Tao Jiuxi just wanted to slip away and escape from the scene.

Then, with an urging tone, he said, "I hope your exam goes well. Come in quickly, brother."

She muttered to herself: Silly child, your mother is watching you, why do you give me instructions instead of telling her!

"Then I will go in." Seeing this, Xie Jinghe said this with reluctance in his eyes. He slowly turned around and entered the Imperial Examination Hall.

When Xie Jinghuan finally disappeared into the gate of the Imperial Examination Hall, everyone's eyes slowly shifted away from him.

However, seeing Xie Jinghe treating Tao Jiuxi so differently, the noble ladies who had just been watching were also dissatisfied.

One of the ladies was wearing a pink dress. When she walked up to Tao Jiuxi, she pretended to bump into him accidentally to express her dissatisfaction.

Tao Jiuxi felt disgusted: "It's a crime to possess a treasure! ! It's a crime to possess a treasure? !