As soon as Shi Qingluo and the other person walked out of the gate of the Deputy Governor’s Mansion, the person guarding the gate immediately went to report to Prince Jin.
Although Beicheng was not as prosperous as the capital, it looked very lively and better than Nanguangfu City.
The two of them strolled for more than half an hour, bought a lot of things and asked people to send them back, and then went to a restaurant to prepare for lunch.
As soon as they walked to the door, a handsome man with a bold and unrestrained temperament came from the other side.
After seeing this man, Xi Rong was stunned and tightened her hand around Shi Qingluo.
Shi Qingluo naturally discovered that Xi Rong was not right, and therefore guessed the identity of the man walking opposite, it must be King Jin.
After all, although Xi Rong’s parents were killed by the Ge countrymen, it was said that Prince Jin was behind it.
Xi Rong must hate this nominal uncle.
Shi Qingluo reached out and squeezed Xi Rong’s hand, first to remind her not to lose her composure and let Prince Jin discover her hatred and second to comfort Xi Rong.
As expected, Xi Rong quickly restrained all her emotions.
A surprising smile appeared on her face: “Fifth Uncle.”
Although her mother and Prince Jin were not from the same mother, he was her uncle.
She used to call him like this when Prince Jin was still in the capital.
Prince Jin also looked surprised: “Arong, why did you come to Beicheng?”
“When did you come? Why didn’t you come to Prince Jin’s mansion to find me?”
He looked concerned, and those who didn’t know would think he had a good relationship with this niece.
Shi Qingluo felt that Prince Jin was also an actor, and this was his territory. He probably knew it before they entered Beicheng.
Now, looking at the way he pretended not to know, it seemed to be the case.
Xi Rong smiled and said: “I came to Beicheng with my friends, so I didn’t go to Prince Jin’s Mansion. I wanted to give you a surprise in 2 days.”
Prince Jin smiled and said: “You have been naughty since you were a child, and you are still like this when you grow up.”
He turned his eyes to Shi Qingluo: “Is this your friend?”
Xi Rong nodded: “Yes, this is my friend Shi Qingluo.”
She said meaningfully: “Fifth Uncle should know her, right? She came to Beicheng this time, and she was invited by your concubine to attend the flower viewing banquet.”
Shi Qingluo bowed to Prince Jin first: “Greetings, Your Highness!”
Prince Jin raised his hand: “No need to be polite outside.”
He smiled and said: “Of course, I have heard of Madam Shi’s reputation.”
“She offered high-yield seeds, iron smelting, rubber, and glass recipes. I have always been curious about Madam Shi.”
“Today, I see that Madam Shi is indeed not an ordinary person.”
In his mind, Shi Qingluo might have a sharp appearance and temperament. He always thought about the appearance of those village women he had seen on the farm.
After all, in addition to the things she had offered, she was also sharp-tongued and fierce.
This shows that this woman was just like a village woman in the countryside, with a more aggressive side.
But today, when he saw her, his imagination was completely overturned.
Her skin was as white as porcelain, her facial features were delicate, her figure was exquisite, and her appearance was excellent.
The most important thing was her agile and bright temperament, giving people a feeling like sunshine, which was unique.
No wonder Xiao Hanzheng likes and protects her so much.
It was also understandable that the second prince would like Shi Qingluo.
Shi Qingluo smiled: “Your Highness, you are too kind!”
Prince Jin also smiled: “Madam Shi deserves such praise.”
Shi Qingluo was no longer modest: “Thank you for your praise, Your Highness.”
Prince Jin was stunned, obviously not expecting Shi Qingluo to accept his exaggeration so readily.
He laughed and said: “Madam Shi is a wonderful person.”
Then he looked at Xi Rong: “Arong, we haven’t seen each other for a long time. Why don’t I host you today and have a simple meal together?”
He now has a great interest in Shi Qingluo, so he proposes to have a meal together.
If Shi Qingluo was really like the kind of village woman he imagined, he probably wouldn’t be interested after meeting her once.
But now, she was obviously beyond his expectations.
Xi Rong first glanced at Shi Qingluo and saw that she didn’t object.
Then she nodded and smiled at Prince Jin: “Okay, then let Fifth Uncle spend the money today.”
Although Xi Rong’s actions were obscure, Prince Jin still noticed it.
This made him even more amazed.
He still knew about Xi Rong, his niece. She was usually arrogant, but now she took the initiative to ask for Shi Qingluo’s opinion, which meant that she subconsciously took Shi Qingluo as the main one.
He had received news before that Shi Qingluo, Xi Rong, and Xi Rui were hanging out together and had a good relationship.
Now it seems that not only do they have a good relationship, but she may also occupy a dominant position in their group.
This wouldn’t be easy, but he was fascinated.
Shi Qingluo knew that they would have to confront Prince Jin when they came to the northern border, so they had to get in touch with him first so that they could respond.
Anyway, if he didn’t answer this time, Prince Jin would find a second or third chance to meet her.
She didn’t believe that Prince Jin would come here to eat by coincidence.
He was here for them, so she would see what tricks he would play.
So the three of them went upstairs together, and the shopkeeper respectfully sent them to Prince Jin’s exclusive private room.
After sitting down, Prince Jin asked the two to order dishes in a gentlemanly manner.
Xi Rong took the menu and looked it over with Shi Qingluo, and ordered a few special dishes from North City.
Shi Qingluo was not restrained either and ordered the dishes she wanted to eat generously.
This made Prince Jin feel more special. After all, if it were other women in front of him, they would not be so open-minded and would be a little restrained or cautious, but she was always calm and composed.
Before the dishes came, Prince Jin and Xi Rong chatted.
They talked about some topics about the capital.
Shi Qingluo listened to the topics that Prince Jin talked about with Xi Rong, which seemed to be all meaningless gossip, but she gradually discovered that he had been guiding Xi Rong, and also with a sense of testing.
For example, asking about the Empress Dowager’s health.
Of course, Xi Rong was also very cautious and was not completely led by the nose.
No one in the royal family should be underestimated.
After the two chatted for a while, Prince Jin suddenly looked at Shi Qingluo and asked with a smile: “I heard that Madam Shi is a blessed child, and she can come up with ideas to make money wherever she goes.”
“Do you think there are any ways to make money in this northern border?”
Shi Qingluo was a little surprised. She didn’t expect that Prince Jin would test and win over her directly when they met for the first time.
She smiled and replied: “I just came to the northern border and don’t know much about this place, so my master hasn’t given me a dream to tell me how to make money.”
Prince Jin: “……”
This excuse made him not know how to refute it.
After all, Shi Qingluo had offered seeds or methods to the Emperor before, all in the name of the old immortal priest.
She was like a slippery little loach, making it difficult to catch.
But this aroused his interest even more. It would be meaningless if he could win her over and subdue her easily.
He smiled and said, “Madam Shi, you must learn more about the Northern Frontier this time and then represent your master to benefit the people here.”
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