Outside the Princess’ Mansion, Dongfang Jin looked troubled.
He seemed like a completely different person from the one at the Xiahe Banquet the day before.
Dugu Xiaojin and Feng Xiaoli were surprised to learn that Dongfang Jin had brought students to apologize.
"Xiaojin, you painted so beautifully last night, I am ashamed of myself. Sacrificial Officer Guo said that if you accept my apology, I can return to the Imperial Academy."
Dongfang Jin apologized politely.
He also apologized to Feng Xiaoli, although he seemed to have found out that "Dachun" was indeed Feng Xiaoli.
Beside Xiaojin, Dongfang Jin and a few children from the Tiantong Class walked together, chatting and laughing with Dugu Xiaojin.
This scene was somewhat unusual.
Feng Bailing’s impression of Dongfang Jin was still of him bullying Dugu Xiaojin and Xiao Li; even at the Xiahe Banquet, Dongfang Jin was arrogant. It seemed like he had become a different person overnight.
Dugu Xiaojin was also puzzled.
It turned out that Dongfang Jin had been pleading with Sacrificial Officer Guo for several days to be readmitted to the Imperial Academy. Seeing Dongfang Jin’s genuinely repentant attitude, Guo gave him another chance.
Dugu Xiaojin was a kind-hearted child; although he still didn’t like Dongfang Jin, he accepted his apology out of politeness.
Dongfang Jin, seeing Feng Bailing, changed his previously bad attitude and made a respectful bow.
"Imperial Grandson, have you formed the Wenhua Seal?"
Feng Bailing looked up and noticed a blue mark on Dongfang Jin’s forehead.
An ancient "Earth" character, the Wenhua Earth Seal.
Had Dongfang Jin really formed the Wenhua Seal in just a few days?
"It was formed last night. After forming the Wenhua Seal, I felt enlightened and understood the principles. I have offended you before, please forgive me."
Dongfang Jin’s face no longer had its previous arrogance, showing genuine sincerity.
Can forming the Wenhua Seal really change someone’s nature?
Impossible, if that were the case, Nalan Yan’er wouldn’t be targeting me at every turn.
"Princess Feng, I have wronged Xiao Li before and have felt guilty. Could you possibly take me to the Princess’ Mansion? I’d like to apologize to Xiao Li in person."
Dongfang Jin said, bowing again to Feng Bailing.
As Feng Bailing was about to reject, a few child students next to Dongfang Jin spoke.
"We also miss Xiao Li, Princess Feng. Please take us to see Xiao Li."
The children surrounded Feng Bailing, chattering continuously.
Feng Bailing looked at Dugu Xiaojin, thinking that these children were after all Dugu Xiaojin’s classmates; it was rare to see an improvement in Xiaojin’s social relations.
Inside the Princess’ Mansion, it was heavily guarded, and Xiao Li was also with Hei Dian; there shouldn’t be any trouble.
"If that’s the case, you may all accompany me to the Princess’ Mansion."
Feng Bailing took a group of students onto a horse carriage, and when Dongfang Jin boarded the carriage, Feng Bailing lent a helping hand.
When the carriage arrived at the Princess’ Mansion, Feng Xiaoli, knowing that Dugu Xiaojin would visit today, ran out at the sound of the carriage.
Seeing a group of students descending from the carriage, Feng Xiaoli was a bit baffled, especially at the sight of Dongfang Jin. She hurried over to Dugu Xiaojin, protectively like a mother hen.
"Dongfang Jin, don’t you dare bully Brother Xiaojin."
Dongfang Jin saw Feng Xiaoli and smiled amiably.
"Xiao Li, don’t misunderstand, I’m not here to bully you or Xiaojin. I’m here to apologize."
"Xiao Li, the Imperial Grandson has already apologized to me."
Dugu Xiaojin ruffled Xiao Li’s hair.
Xiao Li pouted, glancing at Dongfang Jin.
"Xiao Li, I brought some snacks made by the Imperial Chef for you."
Dongfang Jin knew Xiao Li liked to eat and took out some pastries.
"I won’t eat them! Her Majesty said not to take anything from strangers, especially strange men."
Feng Xiaoli pulled Dugu Xiaojin towards the Princess’ Mansion, as the other students admired the luxurious mansion, complimenting Feng Xiaoli and Dugu Xiaojin.
Just as Dongfang Jin was about to step forward, Hei Dian suddenly darted out, glaring menacingly at him.
Dongfang Jin turned pale and stepped back.
"Xiaojin, Xiao Li, take your classmates around the mansion. You can go anywhere except the East Garden."
Feng Bailing specifically cautioned them.
Dugu Xiaojin and Feng Xiaoli took a group of friends inside.
Dongfang Jin smiled and followed them, but even though he repeatedly tried to please Feng Xiaoli, Hei Dian kept following behind. Each time he got close, Hei Dian bared its teeth at him.
This animal did not recognize any Imperial Grandson; Dongfang Jin could only sulk and wander around the Princess’ Mansion.
"Miss, Master Xiaojin, Lady has prepared some tea and asked you to bring your little guests to the Flower Hall."
As it was getting close to evening, Chun Liu came with a message from Dongfang Lianhua for the children.
Hearing there was food, the students cheered, and Feng Xiaoli and Dugu Xiaojin held hands, leading the way.
"My stomach hurts a bit, Xiao Li, Xiaojin, I’ll step away for a bit."
After walking a few steps, Dongfang Xiaojin suddenly clutched his stomach, hesitating.
"Let Hei Dian take you."
Feng Xiaoli sneered, while Dongfang Jin turned even paler, shaking his head repeatedly.
"No need, a servant just told me where the toilet is, I’ll be right back."
With that, not waiting for response from Xiaojin and Xiao Li, Dongfang Jin hurried towards the direction of the toilet.