The prince longs for me every night after mastering thought-reading
Chapter 987 - 640: Top Scholar Song Takes the Initiative to Visit, Engagement Broken Off

Chapter 987: Chapter 640: Top Scholar Song Takes the Initiative to Visit, Engagement Broken Off

Speaking of his eldest brother, Feng Wuyou also knew of their love story through Xun Qingqing, which had been going on for four years since their meeting.

They met in the second year after she had traveled back in time, and the circumstances under which Jun Wuxian and Xun Qingqing first encountered each other were quite comedic.

The process of getting to know each other was naturally very interesting.

She had always thought her eldest brother was a very stable man, only to discover that he was dark-bellied and sharp-tongued.

Four years of companionship, it was a bit like love blossoming over time.

Her eldest brother realized that Xun Qingqing liked him, starting with a stolen kiss.

Although he didn’t say much outwardly, his actions were quick, fierce, and precise. On Valentine Day, he made a special trip back to express his intentions.

Top Scholar Song pales in comparison...

After Top Scholar Song returned from the palace, he freshened up and then went to Fujiang Restaurant.

He had booked a private room in advance, and the waiter had already prepared everything; the table was set with tea and snacks.

Top Scholar Song was a bit hungry at that point and started with a piece of pastry to stave off his hunger.

About half an hour passed, he had eaten half of the dish of pastries, but Tao Minmin did not appear for their appointment.

Top Scholar Song drank some more tea, and another half an hour passed.

He looked outside; the sun had been slanting to the west when he arrived, and now it was completely dark.

"Ji Yun, are you sure you delivered the letter to Miss Tao personally?"

Ji Yun said, "Master, I didn’t see Miss Tao, but I did meet Master Tao and handed the letter to him, asking him to pass it to Miss Tao."

Top Scholar Song pondered for a moment, uncertain whether Tao Minmin hadn’t seen the letter, or... He thought of what the Crown Princess had said – Miss Tao should have come to the appointment upon seeing the letter.

Top Scholar Song waited another half an hour before finally leaving Fujiang Restaurant.

Ji Yun followed behind his master, wondering why Miss Tao hadn’t come to meet him after an hour and a half.

The next day, Tao Minmin was called up early by Ding Xiang to be dressed and made up.

Tao Minmin felt lethargic, and looking at her reflection in the mirror, she thought about her engagement today, which was now set in stone.

She thought again of Top Scholar Song, having read so many storybooks without ever experiencing them herself.

Ding Xiang noticed that Tao Minmin was distracted and quietly asked, "Miss, what’s wrong?"

Tao Minmin looked up at Ding Xiang, who had been sold into the Tao Residence at the age of six, the same age as her, and they had grown up together.

"I’m worried about..."

"What are you worried about, Miss?" Ding Xiang pressed on.

"I don’t like Young Master Chen. After getting married..." Tao Minmin paused there, perhaps out of reluctance, or perhaps thinking that life after marriage would be different from what she had imagined.

There indeed was a difference between liking and disliking someone.

Ding Xiang seemed to understand, "Miss, do you not wish to become engaged to Young Master Chen?"

Tao Minmin was silent for a moment, then nodded her head before adding, "Let’s see how it goes. Maybe it won’t be as bad as I think."

Top Scholar Song rode in a horse carriage to the Tao Residence and saw it festooned with lanterns, as if for a celebration.

Ji Yun turned to Top Scholar Song, "Master, the Tao Residence seems to be holding a celebration."

Top Scholar Song stared at the large red lanterns for a while, wondering if it would be inappropriate to visit during a celebration.

As Top Scholar Song hesitated, he heard Ji Yun ask, "Master, should we go and pay a visit?"

He pressed his lips together, "Let’s take a look."

"Alright." Ji Yun parked the horse carriage beneath a tree to the side.

Top Scholar Song looked up at the Tao Residence; this was his first time coming here.

Ji Yun went ahead to ask around.

Learning that it was Top Scholar Song, the Tao Residence immediately sent word to Master Tao.

Top Scholar Song didn’t have to wait long before he saw Master Tao hurry out, smiling and bowing profusely, "Top Scholar Song’s sudden visit brings great honor to my humble abode."

Top Scholar Song said, "Master Tao, you are too kind."

Not knowing the purpose of Top Scholar Song’s visit, Master Tao’s priority was to invite him in.

"Top Scholar Song, please come in."

Top Scholar Song nodded his acknowledgment and followed Master Tao inside.

He sat down amidst Master Tao’s warm hospitality, and shortly afterward, a maid brought in hot tea.

Master Tao, beaming, offered, "Top Scholar Song’s timing is impeccable. Today happens to be my daughter’s engagement day. If Top Scholar Song does not mind, would you stay for a meal with us?"

Top Scholar Song’s hand paused as he was about to lift his cup, realization dawning on him – Master Tao only had one daughter, so the person getting engaged was Tao Minmin?

"Tao Minmin is getting engaged today? To whom?"

Master Tao was taken aback for a moment.

Top Scholar Song realized his faux pas and quickly corrected himself, "I had no idea that today was the day of your respected daughter’s engagement. I haven’t even prepared a congratulatory gift."

Master Tao exclaimed cheerfully, "Top Scholar Song, you’re being too polite. Your presence alone honors us immensely, the gift is not important. My daughter is getting engaged to Young Master Chen."

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