“No, she has to participate.” A strange emotion flashed in Ji Yan’s dark pupils. “Not only does she have to participate, she has to win.”

"This is too much to ask of the young lady." Wang Fu had never heard of anyone who could win first place at the Four Flowers Banquet after only three days of learning chess!

The Four Flowers Banquet was not like a friendly exchange between noble ladies; it was a genuine exchange of arts between six countries.

The female participants are competing for their country, so they cannot be careless; they all have at least ten years of training.

But Chen Jiao is different; she wouldn't do that!

This is a disgrace that will be felt across six countries!

Wang Fu found that he was increasingly unable to understand His Majesty's actions.

How heartbroken the girl must be if she loses.

"Your Majesty, why not practice for a few more days?" Wang Fu did his best to buy more time.

Ji Yan shook her head: "There isn't enough time. She still needs to learn the zither, calligraphy, and painting."

Wang Fu was stunned.

Even the Dragon Shadow Guard's usually expressionless face cracked.

How is it possible to learn the four arts (music, chess, calligraphy, and painting) in ten days?

Is His Majesty insane, or is the world insane?

This is absolutely impossible!

At the same time, Shen Jiao also received the news, which was told to her by Liang Heng, whom she hadn't seen for many days.

Why should I attend the Four Flowers Banquet?

"Can't I just be a spectator?"

Shen Jiao glared at Liang Heng.

“It’s no use glaring at me. His Majesty has already made his decision. Old Master Nan has an eccentric personality, but his chess skills are extremely impressive. Apart from His Majesty, no one can persuade him to join. Sister Shen, don’t be too nervous. Just do your best.” Liang Heng also sighed.

If it weren't for the importance of this matter, he wouldn't have abandoned the pretty girls and come to the palace.

Actually, he was also very confused.

The Four Flowers Banquet is held every three years. What's wrong with attending it in another three years?

Why is the tyrant in such a hurry?

Shen Jiao felt that things were really tough for her; it was a waste of talent for Ji Yan not to become a tutor at an institution.

Is it true that one cannot escape the fate of learning in life?

Help.

I don't want to study.

I just want to sleep.

All they want to do is count money.

I just want my hand to cramp.