What's so appealing about the fiery horse in Chapter 10?

While Ruan Yu and Dong Yu were talking, several other Taijis surrounded Chao Lu not far away.

"Fourth brother! We heard you got the Xuan Tie Bow! Show it to us!" The one who said this was San Taiji Cha'er. On the day of Ruan Yu and Chao Lu's wedding, Cha'er happened to be in the Alshan tribe to deal with urgent matters, so he did not attend the ceremony.

Da Mu said, "Third brother, you should know your limits. Fourth brother's arm is still injured."

Charles smiled and said, "Fourth Brother's injury will heal in a few days! I didn't touch him!"

The elder brothers were all excited, but Chaolu seemed rather uninterested. They let Chaolu look at the black iron bow as he pleased, but Damu only glanced at it a couple of times before asking, "The horse you tamed that day was given to you by Father Khan. Are you still confident?"

Chao Lu said, "Hmm, he's a good prospect. Now that I've tamed him, he shouldn't have much resistance to me. I'll go take a look later."

Charles exclaimed excitedly, "Me too! Me too!"

Damu glanced at him speechlessly and said, "Then let's go take a look together today, thanks to Fourth Brother?"

Chaolu should be on good terms.

As he spoke with his brothers, his gaze suddenly drifted to a spot not far away. Ruan Yu and Dong Yu had already said goodbye, but Ruan Yu was still standing there, watching them go with reluctance. It was clear that she missed Chang'an very much.

Chao Lu calmly withdrew his gaze, but then met Damu's eyes. Damu saw through his words but didn't say anything, and smiled: "Fourth sister-in-law is standing there alone in the wind, why don't you take her back first?"

“No need,” Chaolu refused outright.

At this moment, Ruan Yu finally turned around, and Chao Lu immediately withdrew his gaze from her.

Ruan Yu walked over and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Your Highnesses."

Of those present, only Charles had never seen Ruan Yu before. Today was his first time meeting her, and he couldn't help but show a hint of amazement.

Chao Lu asked casually, "Is it over?"

Ruan Yu smiled and said, "Yes, it's over."

"I need my older brother and the others to go to the horse farm later. I'll be back later."

Ruan Yu understood and said, "Alright, then I'll return to my tent first and won't disturb you princes any longer."

After speaking, Ruan Yu bowed slightly and nodded to Lu, casually agreeing.

After Ruan Yu left, Charles couldn't wait to say, "It lives up to its reputation, it really lives up to its reputation! Fourth brother, you are so lucky. Everyone says that Yu Zhu is the most beautiful woman in Arshan, but I think she is no better than your wife."

Damu frowned: "Charles, watch your words."

Charles shut up, looking annoyed.

Chao Lu, however, remained unconcerned and glanced back at Ruan Yu's retreating figure.

Her waist was so slender that he could probably wrap his hand around it; I really don't see where the beauty in it is.

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Ruan Yu was still a little sad after returning to her tent. From now on, she would truly be all alone on the grassland. However, the news that Lord Dong brought today was a comfort. Knowing that her mother and younger brother were doing well, she felt a little better.

There was nothing urgent to do in the afternoon, and Ruan Yu originally planned to go to Hela's place, but Una suddenly showed up at the door.

Ruan Yu was stunned for a moment, then quickly went to greet him personally.

"Greetings, Grand Khatun." Ruan Yu bowed, and was helped up by Wu Na: "Why are you being so polite? We're all family. According to your Han customs, you should call me sister-in-law."

Ruan Yu smiled and agreed.

Una: "Then you can call me that from now on."

"Okay, please come in, sister-in-law."

The two remained seated in the outer tent. Una explained her purpose: "Actually, it's nothing urgent. Mother and Damu are both very worried about Chaolu's injuries, so they specifically asked me to bring some medicine today. Is Fourth Brother feeling any better?"

Ruan Yu: "Thank you, Hadun and Your Highness. The Fourth Prince's injuries have improved a lot. A doctor prescribed a lot of medicine on the same day, and Father Khan also sent a lot."

Una laughed: "That's right. Fourth brother was incredibly brave this time and made a name for himself in front of Father Khan. He deserves this reward, and Father Khan's reward today is well-deserved."

Ruan Yu suddenly looked up at her, as if she sensed a hidden meaning in her words.

Ruan Yu thought for a moment and said, "I just got married to the Fourth Prince and don't know much about him, but I've heard that he's the strongest among the Taijis. I guess that's why Father Khan let him go on stage."

Una: "Fourth brother is not only strong, but he was also very good at archery and wrestling at last year's Naadam. You just didn't see it."

“That still doesn’t compare to His Highness,” Ruan Yu said with a smile.

Una didn't expect her to say that, and seemed a little surprised. She smiled, and Ruan Yu handed her a cup of tea.

Just then, the people from the Golden Tent delivered the silk and gold belt as a reward. Xuan Niang came to report, and Ruan Yu said, "Put them in the storeroom first, and remember to invite the envoy to have tea."

Xuan Niang smiled and said, "Yes, Khatun."

Una glanced at her several times and suddenly said, "You can't say that. The Crown Prince's status is what it is now, so he doesn't participate in these things often. But he still really wants to spar with Chaolu. He often talks about it when they're in the tent. I guess once Chaolu's injuries heal, the two of them will have another match."

"His Highness is of noble status and naturally cannot appear in public at will."

Una's eyes sparkled with a hint of excitement: "My father said the same thing."

"Sister-in-law's father is..."

Una smiled and said, "I am from the Geer tribe, and my father is the benevolent prince of the Geer tribe."

Ruan Yu suddenly realized: "No wonder my sister-in-law has such an extraordinary demeanor and is such a perfect match for His Highness."

“I think my fourth sister-in-law is not only good-looking, but also very good at talking. Isn’t your father the Prince of Rong in Chang’an? His status is no less than mine.”

Ruan Yu smiled and said, "Not as good as my sister-in-law. I've heard of the benevolent prince of the Ge'er tribe in Chang'an. He's brave and skilled in battle and is a hero of the grasslands."

Una was in a good mood and chatted with Ruan Yu for a while. When she was about to leave, Ruan Yu accepted all the things Una had brought and also gave her some tea and pastries. She personally saw Una off to the tent.

After everyone left, Qingguo stepped forward and asked, "Miss, why did the Grand Chancellor come here...?"

Ruan Yu returned to the table and looked at the medicine in the box: "What does Xuan Niang think?"

Xuan Niang returned at this moment and said, "This servant thinks that the Grand Chancellor seems to be trying to find out your opinion on the Fourth Prince."

Sending medicine is definitely just an excuse. The Fourth Prince has been injured for two or three days, why would he suddenly think of this now?

Ruan Yu rested her chin on her hand and said quietly, "Women from the grasslands are still straightforward. Although there are hidden meanings in her words, I have seen all kinds of people in that cannibalistic Chang'an mansion. She mentioned the Khan's reward as soon as she came up. Perhaps it was not only to test my opinion of Chaolu, but also to see if I would change because of today's reward."

Xuan Niang immediately looked around: "Khedun...you mustn't address His Highness by his name directly..."

Ruan Yu realized what was happening and said, "It's alright, there's no one else around. Xuan Niang, do you think what I said is right?"

Xuan Niang smiled and said, "The Khatun is intelligent. I think so too. It seems that this Khatun has quite a few thoughts. Could it be that His Highness is a little wary of His Highness the Fourth Prince?"

"It's just a horse training exercise... His Highness was injured, why are they so concerned?" Ruan Yu pondered.

Just now, Una specifically mentioned Great Khatun in her words. Could it be that Khatun is also wary of Chaolu? That can't be right. His mother-in-law is not favored, his father Khan rarely visits, and Chaolu has a bad reputation. Both the Second Prince and the Third Prince are in better positions than Chaolu. They are the strongest competitors, aren't they?

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Racecourse.

The wild horse that Chaolu had tamed the day before had now lowered its head, but only towards Chaolu. Today, when it saw people, although it was somewhat defiant, it still lowered its noble head.

Chaolu was in a great mood and reached out to stroke its glossy mane twice.

Charles was incredibly envious: "When will I be able to own a BMW like that?"

Bayar scoffed, "If you drink less and indulge less in beautiful women, you'll be able to tame a horse in no time."

Charles scoffed: "I just have a little interest in romance, unlike you guys who are so fanatically devoted to force, and yet you're being called useless by my second brother, sigh!"

Damu: "Just a hobby? Char, I won't mention the outrageous things you did outside, but don't think Father Khan doesn't know, and don't think it won't reach Yuzhu's ears."

Charles scoffed, "I came to see the BMW, not to listen to your lectures!"

After saying that, he ran up to Chaolu, but Chaolu's horse didn't seem to like him either. It turned around and snorted twice, and Charles looked embarrassed.

"Fourth brother, have you thought of a name for this horse?" Damu asked.

Chaolu was still stroking its fur when he said, "Not yet."

"No rush, go back and think about it slowly. When you ride it around during the Zulu Festival, you'll be very impressive!"

Chaolu remained noncommittal, and Damu, seeing that he did not respond, also stopped talking.

While the brothers were looking at the BMWs at the horse farm, Ruan Yu went to the small kitchen again.

She also made some milk cakes and some milk tofu by hand.

Milk tofu is a traditional food of the grasslands, and she quite liked it. Since she had nothing else to do, she made some as well.

Once the milk cakes were ready, Ruan Yu had two plates sent to Haila and Madam Qiu respectively, and Xuan Niang immediately accepted.

"His Highness is back!"

Afu's voice came, and Ruan Yu washed her hands and instructed Qingguo, "Set the table."

"yes."

She went out to greet the person, and as Chao Lu returned to his house at dusk, he saw that slender figure at the door of the house.

The words my third brother had said during the day kept replaying in my mind.

What's so appealing about it?

Chao Lu's gaze kept lingering on her face.

Ruan Yu had been smiling as she went to greet people, but now her smile slowly froze.

Why is this person looking at her like that...?

"Your Highness, is there something dirty on my face?"

Chao Lu withdrew his gaze and said calmly, "No."

Ruan Yu felt confused and followed him into the tent.

Since Chao Lu had said those words during the day, Ruan Yu had no intention of making herself suffer. That very day, she arranged for a chef from Chang'an to cook for her. So today's meal was clearly divided: on one side was steaming hot beef and mutton with fine wine, and on the other side was a rich chicken soup with greens. The beef and mutton were served in a simple large bowl, without any careful knife work, while the greens were served on a porcelain white plate. The chicken soup was the same, with golden fat swirling around, along with straw mushrooms soaked in the broth and bright green scallions.

Roughness and refinement, it's obvious.

Chao Lu glanced at the chicken soup several times, then suddenly said, "I thought you really only ate grass."

Ruan Yu: "?"

Meeting her questioning gaze, Chao Lu didn't bother to explain. He sat down and began to eat heartily.

Ruan Yu didn't say much and slowly began to eat.

Her appetite gradually returned, and she really enjoyed the chicken soup with rice, eating a bowl and a half before stopping.

Qingguo came in carrying pastries, smiling as she placed them in front of Ruan Yu. When Chao Lu saw them, he suddenly said, "Why are you giving them to her? Didn't my sister give them to me?"

Everyone was stunned again.

Ruan Yu looked at him in disbelief: "Your Highness went to ask for it?"

Chao Lu: "What, you like these pastries too? Of course, my sister's cooking is really good." After saying that, he casually stretched out his hand.

Afu slapped his forehead and suddenly said, "Your Highness, this servant has forgotten again..."

Chao Lu was stunned for a moment, then his lips twitched: "Idiot."

Ruan Yu couldn't help but chuckle, "Your Highness, there's no need to go to such trouble. This wasn't made by Dabieji."

Chao Lu had already taken a bite of the sweet pastry: "What does this mean?"

Qingguo could no longer bear it and smiled as she reminded him, "Your Highness, this was made by the Khatun himself."

Chao Lu suddenly froze and looked at the woman opposite him.

Ruan Yu smiled enigmatically: "Your Highness seems to really enjoy this kind of food?"

When Chaolu recalled what he had said that day, he suddenly felt a little embarrassed.

"It's alright."

He withdrew his hand from the second pastry, but swallowed the one in his mouth without hesitation.

Ruan Yu laughed: "That's right. The Fourth Prince is brave and skilled in battle, a true man. How could he like sweets that little girls like? I'll eat this myself."

A note from the author:

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[Milk tea][Milk tea][Milk tea][Milk tea] I won't say who loves sweets.

No babies on Thursday, see you on Friday [empty bowl]