Qin Xiao bowed deeply, "Many thanks, Master."
Xiao Jinyan said, "Rise, I shall go to Hehuan Hall now and discuss this matter with the Crown Princess."
"Yes, Master." Qin Xiao stood up happily.
Xiao Jinyan rose and walked out of the study room, heading straight to the building next door, with Qin Xiao following merrily behind.
Chun Xi, carrying a plate of pastries, was about to go to the side hall to serve the Master when she saw the Crown Prince arriving; she stepped forward to greet him, "Crown Prince, may you be at peace."
Xiao Jinyan glanced down at Chun Xi, "Rise."
"Thank you, Your Highness." After Chun Xi got up, she saw Qin Xiao behind the Crown Prince and noticed he was looking at her; feeling embarrassed, she lowered her gaze.
Xiao Jinyan gave Qin Xiao a quick look, wondering why he hadn't noticed this before.
He withdrew his gaze and stepped inside.