Chapter 373

Chapter 373: Why does she feel somewhat familiar?

A knock came on the door of the private room.

The three put down their wine glasses, all knowing that the person they were waiting for had arrived.

Xu Ming’s heart didn’t stir at all.

Xu Ming actually had a pretty good impression of the scholars from the White Deer Academy.

But Yu Wen Xi and Miao Feng began to feel nervous.

Today’s setup was specially prepared for Brother Xu and Zhu Cici to meet again and rekindle their past connection.

Otherwise, with Brother Xu’s dense nature and Cici’s overly hesitant mindset, it would be nearly impossible for them to even meet.

Even if they did meet, they probably wouldn’t recognize each other, and even if they did recognize each other, they might not dare to start a conversation.

Still, even if these two were to meet, there was some concern in the hearts of Yu Wen Xi and Miao Feng.

Cici was indeed wholeheartedly devoted to Brother Xu (at least on the surface).

For so many years, so many people have proposed to Cici, but she hasn’t accepted anyone. Isn’t that wholehearted devotion?

Of course, it can’t be ruled out that Cici is using Brother Xu as an excuse.

Cici might not like Brother Xu either, but also doesn’t want to get married, so she intentionally said this.

But no matter what, there is at least the possibility that Cici likes Brother Xu.

Since there is this possibility, as Brother Xu’s brothers, we must help set the stage! However, things are more complicated on Brother Xu’s side.

In Brother Xu’s heart, there’s that Miss Qin from the Heavenly Profound Gate, and also the Princess of the Wu Kingdom.

These two definitely hold very important positions in Brother Xu’s heart.

Although a man can marry multiple wives, every dynasty’s imperial harem has thousands of beauties, but the problem is that whether it’s Miss Qin or the Princess of the Wu Kingdom, or our own Zhu Cici from the White Deer Academy, they are all top-tier daughters of heaven, with extremely complex backgrounds and identities.

If you want to marry all three, you’d at least need to decide on who will be the principal wife, right? But whoever you choose, it won’t seem appropriate.

It’s likely that the girls will end up fighting among themselves.

And even if one of them compromises, would the forces behind them compromise too?

That’s definitely impossible.

Who would want their daughter to become someone else’s concubine?

But even so, we still think we should bring Cici and Brother Xu together.

Giving a poem when young, then marrying each other when grown-up—how romantic!

If this could truly happen, I would consider it a good deed.

I can only hope that Cici can try a little harder and see if she can secure the position of Brother Xu’s principal wife.

Cici has entered the game rather late, so she needs to work harder.

This time, I can only help them meet. What happens next is up to them.

“Brother Xu, just sit here. We’ll go open the door,” Yu Wen Xi stood up and walked towards the door of the private room.

Surprisingly, Yu Wen Xi felt his heart racing, as if he were about to meet his own crush. When Yu Wen Xi opened the door, he saw Zhu Cici and others standing outside.

“Did you two already order your dishes? Since you rarely treat us, I won’t let you off easily this time. Don’t feel bad when it’s time to pay!” Fang Yu smiled at Yu Wen Xi.

“But I didn’t expect you two to manage to book this tavern. That’s impressive!” Ling Bisheng praised from the side.

Ling Bisheng’s praise was sincere.

Although everyone’s identity isn’t simple, most being children of nobles from various dynasties, they are only respected within their respective kingdoms.

But in places like the Northern Sea, where everyone is unfamiliar, managing to book such a tavern on the second day of arrival is indeed quite impressive.

Ling Bisheng knows he couldn’t do it.

“Hearing that you two were treating us, these three guys were thrilled, walking much faster than usual. I could barely keep up with them,” Zhu Cici giggled while covering her mouth.

“This place is famous, so we definitely had to hurry here!” Chen Kun swallowed hard; he was really here for the food.

Hearing the chatter outside, Xu Ming didn’t pay much attention, thinking only that the scholars of the White Deer Academy seemed to have good relationships, without any trace of the “scholars despising each other” attitude.

Moreover, Xu Ming noticed that the woman standing by the door had a pleasant voice, clear and crisp.

“Looking at what you’re saying, since I’m treating you all this time, I’ll make sure to give you all a proper feast. Eat whatever you want today, and it’s all on me, Young Master Yu Wen!”

Yu Wen Xi smiled.

“Come in quickly. We’ve been waiting for you. But we invited another friend to meet you, don’t feel awkward. And please don’t embarrass me in front of my friend.”

“Hahaha,” Chen Kun laughed. “Don’t worry, we’ll definitely give Brother Yu Wen enough face. Otherwise, what if Brother Yu Wen refuses to pay?”

“Exactly, and having more friends means having more paths,” Fang Yu nodded.

“Hurry up, stop blocking the door. We’re starving! Let us in and eat already!” Chen Kun patted his belly.

“Alright, come in.”

Yu Wen Xi chuckled and sneakily glanced at Zhu Cici.

Zhu Cici looked calm, completely unaware of what was about to happen.

Everyone entered the private room, and Xu Ming also stood up.

When Xu Ming saw these people, his gaze immediately locked onto the only woman present.

Not because of anything else, but because this woman was stunningly beautiful, almost excessively so.

Even the faint scent of ink seemed to waft over from her mere presence nearby.

And for some unknown reason,

Why does she feel somewhat familiar…