Chapter 89: Uncontrollable Old Feelings (2)

Zhang Xiaotian's heart is filled with anger at this moment, secretly hating himself for not being able to forget about this woman. Luckily, the mask conceals his true expression, but his words suddenly become scarce.
Liu Mang saw it in his eyes and remembered it in his heart, so he took the opportunity to pull him aside and said, "Liu Fen, leave it to me, I will make sure you have a chance to get close to her beauty."
However, I have a warning for you, this woman is not a kind person, so play with her, but don't take it seriously."
Zhang Xiaotian knew well that the misunderstanding was getting deeper and deeper. He quickly said, "The important thing is the main issue. This kind of matter is of little importance to me."
Liu Mang wouldn't believe him. Before he had a chance to speak, the gate official suddenly reported, "Prince Bai Di-Hu You has arrived!"
The hall immediately fell silent, obviously because most of the people present had never seen this famous beauty with a reputation for attracting men.
With the tinkling sound of his jade pendant, Hu You, dressed in colorful robes, entered the hall accompanied by four or five sword-wielding guards.
There was an immediate buzzing and whispering sound in the hall, and the topic inevitably revolved around this male demon.
At this moment, Liu Mang patted Zhang Xiaotian on the shoulder and walked up to greet him.
Li Su approached Zhang Xiaotian with a smile and whispered, "Such a remarkable person indeed, it's incredibly exciting."
Zhang Xiaotian saw Liu Mang and Hu Youchang talking happily, and he was also amazed in his heart, but at the same time he became alert. Hu You seems to be interested in men and paying particular attention to them. If there is any slip-up on his part, he might discover the flaw, and that would be bad.
"What's wrong with all of you? Your fixation looks like you can't resist the temptation of male allure!" Liu Fen's voice came in timely behind him.
At this moment, Zhang Xiaotian couldn't suppress her disgust towards the intimate attitude of that Prince Wuya, and she snorted coldly before leaving him.
"Mr. Zhang, why do you look unhappy? I haven't done anything to offend you!" Liu Fen chased after him and giggled.
Zhang Xiaotian felt a surge of anger in his heart, and only now did he truly realize that he still had lingering feelings for this woman. Hence, he couldn't help but feel jealous and lost his usual composure.
Hurriedly gathering my thoughts, I stopped and looked at her, smiling slightly as I said, "Madam, you're being too harsh. Madam hasn't done anything to upset me, so why say such a thing?"
I suddenly realized that Liu Fen may have deliberately used Prince Wu Ya to test my feelings for her.
"Why did you try to avoid me after I only said one sentence, Mr. Zhang?" Liu Fen gave me a coquettish glance and asked.
Zhang Xiaotian knows well that there's no point in explaining, so he simply said, "I do whatever I like, without bothering to come up with excuses."
刘芬被他的眼睛盯着，此刻心头泛起既熟悉又迷惘的感觉，而他那种自然流露而出的男性霸气，
更让她芳心软化，随即幽幽叹了一口气说道：“你这人真的是变幻莫测，一时比任何人都温柔，一时又像现在般冷若冰霜，让人不知道如何应对你才好。”
Zhang Xiaotian noticed at this time that Mi Xunlan accompanied Hua Xiong into the venue and joined Liu Mang's group. Liu Mang waved his hand to call him over to meet with Bai Di Hu You Wangzi.
"There are already enough people here, so it's unnecessary for you, Madam, to exert yourself. Why waste your precious energy on a rough person like me? Look! Prince Wuya is coming over to see you again." Zhang Xiaotian smiled slightly and said to Liu Fen.
At this moment, Liu Fen followed his gaze and saw Prince Wuya just finishing his pleasantries with Prince Hu You. Immediately, he walked towards her. At this moment, she couldn't help but secretly resent Wuya, blaming him for coming at such an inappropriate time.
Since losing 'Xiao Tian', she has felt extremely lost and empty, so she has returned to her previous habit of flirting with other men,
hoping to use other men to numb and torment herself, in order to alleviate the guilt and pain of missing 'Xiao Tian'.
可是总没有人可以代替‘肖天’。
这无涯初到长安之时，她便与他打得火热，渡过了一小段快乐的光阴。但不久便发觉这人代替不了‘肖天’，随即热情逐渐冷淡下来，必须要别的新鲜和刺激。
So when she met Zhang Shiping, who looked very similar to 'Xiao Tian', she felt like she had discovered a new world. Although she was annoyed by his crude demeanor and tone this morning,
it is undeniable that it gave her a different kind of stimulation. Until just now when Zhang Xiaotian spoke those intoxicating words to her in the garden, it made her feel like she was reliving the enchanting moments she had spent with 'Xiao Tian', and her affection had long shifted towards this person.
As Zhang Shiping demonstrated more masculine and tough qualities, the more she felt that the other person was a manifestation of 'Xiao Tian', and thus became even more infatuated. In this situation, Wuya unexpectedly became the annoying obstacle.
While Liu Fen was contemplating, Wu Ya had already arrived in front of her.
In the meantime, Zhang Xiaotian smiled confidently and bid farewell, then left the two of them and walked towards Liu Mang, Hu You, and others.
Mi Xunlan and Hu You looked at Zhang Xiaotian at the same time.
At this moment, Zhang Xiaotian deliberately changed his posture, full of rough and bold demeanor, and said in a hoarse voice while cupping his hands, "Zhang Shiping pays respect to Prince Hu You!"
此时就见那胡游王子的“美眸“闪过惊异之色，回应道：“久仰先生大名，今日得见，幸何如之！”
糜洵兰则仍然瞪大俏目，一瞬不瞬地瞧着他。
In the meantime, Liu Mang laughed heartily and introduced each important figure in Chang'an, including Huaxiong, to Zhang Xiaotian.
"Sir, you are indeed a renowned hero of our time, no wonder our daughters are captivated by you!" Hu You said flirtatiously.
After hearing this, Mi Xunlan blushed and realized that she had lost her composure because this person resembled 'Xiao Tian'. She then lowered her pretty face and glared at Hu You fiercely.
At this moment, Zhang Xiaotian was being stared at by Hu You, making him feel uneasy, praying that he wouldn't take a liking to him.
"Prince Hu You and Mr. Zhang are both skilled swordsmen. Why not find a good day to come to the gymnasium and have a friendly sparring match? Wouldn't it be a grand martial arts event?" laughed Hua Xiong.
At this moment, Mi Xunlan couldn't help but steal a glance at Zhang Xiaotian, looking strange.
Zhang Xiaotian secretly lamented at this point, guessing that Liu Bei must have missed some news, otherwise Mi Xunlan's expression would not be so strange.
At this moment, Miaoran Lan's voice rang in my ear: "Mr. Zhang!"
I turned around and saw Miaoran Lan behind me, her beautiful eyes shining with a blazing light. She stared at me deeply and quickly smiled: "May I ask for Miss Miaoran's advice?"
糜洵兰此时轻柔地说道：“先生像极糜洵兰的一位故人！”张笑天暗松了一口气，知道刘备只是漏了点消息，
没有真的全部泄露出来，于是装出蛮有兴趣的样子说道：“那是不是糜姑娘的情郎呢？”
This sentence clearly carries a sarcastic tone, and he knew that Mǐ Xún Lán would definitely not be able to handle it. It would be best to not have anything to do with him in the future, and that would be a big relief.
Little did he expect that Mǐ Xún Lán's fair face immediately turned a blush color, shyly lowering her head, and then shaking her head, she walked away from him.
Zhang Xiaotian secretly wiped off a cold sweat at this moment. What's going on? Wasn't Mi Xunlan in love with Liu Bei? Why does it seem like she has feelings for him again?
If that's the case, wouldn't he become Liu Bei's love rival? If she doesn't like Liu Bei, why did she even reply to his letter?
Amidst the chaos in her heart, the banquet commences.
At this moment, someone asks Zhang Xiaotian, "I wonder, Mr. Zhang, what is the most captivating thing in the world for you?"
At this moment, everyone found it interesting and focused their attention on Zhang Xiaotian, wondering how he would respond.
The Prince of Infinity interrupted and said, "Of course, it is the never-ending wealth!"
This statement immediately caused a burst of laughter and created a lively atmosphere.
Zhang Xiaotian knows that this is a great opportunity to establish a positive image among the people of Chang'an. He loudly declares, "No! No! Even if there is endless wealth, it will still be of no use to the overall situation. What I want is the wealth that can bring victory to Chang'an." At this moment, everyone in the room falls silent, and everyone present nods in approval.
"I never thought that Mr. Zhang had another skill apart from doing business." Liu Mang praised.
At this moment, everyone burst into laughter.
Unable to hold back, Liu Fen asked, "Then what is it that Mr. Zhang desires but cannot obtain?"
张笑天粗豪一笑，继续以那已成了他招牌的沙哑声音，盯着刘芬说道：“鄙人一向缺乏幻想力，
明知绝不可能得到的东西从来不费神去想。不过！呵！一些或可到手却偏又尚未能到手的东西，却会让张某心痒得睡不着觉啊。”
All the men in the room chuckled knowingly.
At this moment, when Liu Fen saw him staring at her and speaking to her, she felt both angry and happy, so she lowered her head to avoid his gaze.
As the music played, a group of over a hundred singers and dancers entered the stage, singing and dancing, their colorful costumes flying, providing a feast for the eyes and ears.
Everyone bid a perfect farewell amidst song and dance.
After the banquet, Zhang Xiaotian was about to slip away, but was pulled by Liu Mang to bid farewell to the guests at the gate.
Huaxiong and Mi Xunlan left the mansion, and the latter took a deep look at him before leaving with Huaxiong. The parting gaze from Hu You, on the other hand, made his hair stand on end.
There are only six people left at the end: Liu Mang, Liu Fen, Li Su, Li Jue, Prince Wuya, and Zhang Xiaotian.
Prince Wuya seems to be waiting for Liu Fen, which ignites a fire in Zhang Xiaotian's heart. He deliberately avoids looking at Liu Fen's beautiful eyes that occasionally drift towards him.
"Madam must be very tired! Why not let Prince Wuya escort you back to your mansion?" Li Su said with a smile.
Prince Wuya, in a polite manner, said to Liu Fen, "I just wonder if Prince Wuya has the honor?"
Li Su and Li Jue both smiled knowingly at this moment, because Wu Ya asked a very clever question.
Liu Fen's expression was somewhat awkward at this moment, looking at Zhang Xiaotian.
And Zhang Xiaotian looked towards the square outside the door, where there were four carriages and many soldiers waiting respectfully.
At this moment, Liu Mang remembered that he had promised Zhang Xiaotian to be a matchmaker for him and Liu Fen. Even if it doesn't happen tonight, he couldn't bear to see Liu Fen being taken away by Wu Ya right in front of him,
so he spoke up and said, "Prince Wu Ya, please go back and rest earlier. I still have important matters to discuss with my wife later."
The Prince of No Boundaries helplessly walked away when he heard the words.