Chapter 1281 - 167, Red-robed Steamed Bun (second update)
Due to the Emperor’s arrival, the atmosphere among the male guests had somewhat changed. Xia Zheng and Su Tianrui were among the younger generation and did not hold any official position in court, so they were quickly sent out by Xia Yuan.
The two burst into laughter as soon as they stepped out the door, recalling Xia Yuan’s restrained demeanor, which was like that of a young maiden. Where was there a trace of the ferocity of a war demon on the battlefield? Not to mention shocking the enemy, even the Xia Family Army’s foot soldiers would have surely been astounded to see it.
Thinking that his younger sister must also be arriving soon, Su Tianrui felt a bit anxious and thought about going to see her. Knowing that Xia Zheng would definitely not accompany him, he didn’t bother to invite him further.
Watching Su Tianrui’s slightly forlorn figure, Zhao Hongde, who followed out of the room shortly after, let out a soft sigh, "Tian Rui, he doesn’t have it easy either."
Indeed, it was not easy—on one hand was his childhood friend and on the other was his dearly cherished younger sister. This situation fit the old saying: ’He loves both sides, the palm and the back of his hand’. But the palm and back couldn’t be together; how could he not be distressed?
Xia Zheng frowned slightly and averted his gaze, "He’s a smart man; there are some things that don’t need to be said aloud."
After composing himself and turning back to Zhao Hongde, Xia Zheng noticed that in just half a month, the Little White Rabbit, who used to be as blank as a sheet of paper, now seemed older and his eyes weary, showing the scholarly examination had taken its toll on him.
Xia Zheng felt a slight stir in his heart, but was also glad he wasn’t born into the royal family. He turned away his gaze and hummed, "You still have the energy to meddle in other people’s business? I think you’d better pay more attention to the grass around your rabbit den first!"
Zhao Hongde blinked, somewhat puzzled.
Seeing Zhao Hongde’s silly and slightly foolish look, Xia Zheng almost wished he could slap him awake.