Why did Chu Yuan paint Emperor Xian of Wei on the kite?

Of course, it's about expressing feelings through objects.

However, Chu Yuan didn't paint it very realistically; she just sketched it briefly, capturing the essence of the subject.

Otherwise, if other competitors see it, they might accuse her of using "heretical or unorthodox methods," and she'll be finished.

After all, people in ancient times were very cautious about portrait paintings, especially those that were very lifelike. She couldn't bear the accusation of using voodoo dolls to ward off evil spirits.

But the simpler it is, the more it tests your drawing skills.

With the enhancement of her talent and the power of water, Chu Yuan's paintings are full of spirit, even conveying a sense of longing and yearning.

It sat there for three days without any reaction.

Chu Yuan was not discouraged. She created a different kite design every day, showing Emperor Wei Xian from a different angle, letting him soar with the kite.

Seven or eight days later, Emperor Xian of Wei was busy with court affairs and still did not see it.

But the palace maids and guards saw it, and the empress and concubines saw it too.

The Empress didn't say anything, and the other high-ranking concubines pretended not to know.

They only saw her as a clown.

One day, Xin Chang came over, clutching her aching back, and said sourly, "Oh dear, sister, you have such a leisurely mood. Are you trying to express your longing for the Emperor? It's just a pity that the Emperor doesn't remember who you are. Otherwise, why hasn't he let you serve him a third time in so long?"

That's right, Consort Xin served the emperor again during this period.

This is the last time.

A normal person would definitely be so nervous that they couldn't sleep, but looking at Xin Chang's affected manner, she seemed to be certain that she would get pregnant this time.

Chu Yuan ignored her.

Meanwhile, the eunuchs and palace maids outside the imperial study stared at the sky as if watching a spectacle.

Finding it amusing: "Hey, you guys think Yuan Changzai is pretty amazing? She can fly a kite so high even when there's hardly any wind?"

"That's right, he's a master kite flyer. You can tell he's flown a lot of kites outside the palace."

“I agree. This kite is very professionally made, and the painting is also very good. Although it only has a few strokes, anyone who takes one look at it will know that it is the Emperor.”

"It's truly lifelike."

"No, it's not just lifelike, it's also infused with emotion. If she weren't deeply in love with the Emperor, how could she have painted him so well from so many different angles? His eyebrows, eyes, expressions, even the slight downturn of his lips when he's thinking are all incredibly realistic!"

Suddenly, the door to the imperial study creaked open.

Emperor Xian of Wei would usually sit in his study for an entire day once he entered, and rarely left his room in the afternoon.

Therefore, upon suddenly seeing Emperor Xian of Wei, everyone was startled and reflexively knelt down.

Eunuch Li, standing beside Emperor Xian of Wei, flicked his whisk and scolded, "What are you all doing instead of doing your duties properly? What are you all muttering about? Do you all want to get a beating?!"

Several palace maids and eunuchs hurriedly kowtowed and said they would not dare to do it again.

Emperor Wei Xian's furrowed brows deepened, and his slightly gloomy eyes twitched upwards, making the beauty mark at the corner of his eye appear somewhat bewitching. "What are you talking about? Who is deeply in love with me?"

The eunuchs and palace maids dared not breathe loudly, nor did they dare to reply.

Seeing this, Emperor Xian of Wei's exquisitely sculpted face, which exuded the imposing aura of a superior, gradually revealed impatience.

He was not a tyrannical and bloodthirsty emperor. Although he rarely smiled, it was as if there was nothing in the world that could move him.

He possessed supreme imperial power; he had everything except his son. He needed not flattery or beg for anything.

Or rather, even for his son's sake, he remained cold and devoid of warmth.

Pampering women is a troublesome thing. He is the emperor. He doesn't like to pamper women. He just needs them to lie still and not move.

Knowing that the emperor was in a bad mood, the eunuch quickly offered a suggestion, "The emperor is asking you a question, are you all mute?"

Those who could serve outside the palace were all veterans who had worked their way up in the palace for many years, including the eunuch Li's godson, so he did not want to see anything happen to them.

With fewer people, we have to train new people all over again, which is quite a hassle.

When her father-in-law yelled at her, Xiao Luzi jumped up and finally raised her hand, nervously pointing to the kite in the sky.

The voice was soft and slightly stuttering, "Your Majesty, someone is flying a kite in the palace."

Emperor Xian of Wei remained expressionless. Following his finger, he saw a kite hanging high in the sky, its tail a vibrant five-colored ribbon, fluttering in the air.

The kite flies very high, and the naked eye can barely see it, just a tiny dot. The reason it is recognized as a kite at a glance is because of its colorful tail.

It's somewhat interesting, but not that interesting.

Emperor Xian of Wei subconsciously looked away, but an unexpected event occurred: the kite, which had been flying high and steadily, suddenly broke its string.

Without the tether, the kite, like a headless bird, fell haphazardly downwards.

Of course, it wouldn't happen to land right next to Emperor Xian of Wei, but with that landing, the picture on the kite became clearly visible.

Curiosity is a human instinct. When Emperor Xian of Wei noticed the pictures on the kite, he couldn't help but want to see what they were.

Upon closer inspection, his thick eyebrows furrowed even more.

His cold, stern lips unconsciously pressed down, exuding an imposing aura: "Who put this here? In ten breaths, I will know the name."

There's no need for ten breaths.

Xiao Luzi immediately lowered her head and replied, "Your Majesty, it is Consort Yuan."

Emperor Xian of Wei paused for a moment, "Consort Yuan?"

Sure enough, they've forgotten about the original owner and sent her to some desert.

With his hands clasped together and his small eyes smiling, Eunuch Li said, "Your Majesty, among the noble ladies selected for the New Year's imperial concubine selection, Consort Yuan was chosen by the Empress Dowager to stay."

The original owner was an illegitimate daughter and wasn't really qualified to participate in the selection. However, Lu Min was biased and couldn't bear to send his legitimate daughter, Lu Qingqing, so he sent the original owner to make up the numbers.

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