Chapter 65
The imperial residence was grand but not ostentatious, exuding an air of quiet dignity befitting its owner. Red lanterns swayed gently in the afternoon breeze, and the scent of incense drifted through the air, mingling with the subtle fragrance of the blooming peonies in the courtyard.
Feng Jiao Xue stepped through the open gates the guards letting her through easily per the emperor and the crown prince’s commands. They did not dare question her.
She walks in an steady steady pace as she made her way to the main hall. She had visited before under the guise of the night to heal the crown prince but this time, she came with a favor to ask.
As expected, the crown prince was inside, reclining lazily on a cushioned chair by the window, sipping tea. The sunlight cast a warm glow over his regal yet relaxed figure. Liang Feng was dressed in deep blue robes embroidered with silver clouds, his long hair half-tied giving him an air of effortless nobility. He glanced up as she entered, his lips curving into an easy smile.
"Jiao Xue," he greeted, setting his cup down. "I thought you’d be too busy celebrating your victory. To what do I owe this unexpected visit?"
Feng Jiao Xue inclined her head slightly. "Your Highness."
Liang Feng sighed. "Spare me the formalities. You know, I’m starting to think your only calling me that to tease me."
A ghost of a smile flickered across her lips. "Its called being polite. Where’s Han Qing?" She looked around for the known permanent shadow of the crown prince."
"I sent him to investigate something for me. Tea?" He offered as Feng Jiao Xue sat down.
"Thank but, I didnt come here to have tea. I need a favor."
He raised an eyebrow. "I figured. You don’t seem the type for idle visit. What kind of favor?"