The class is over.
The crowd gasped in admiration and sighs, and Mr. Li stroked his beard and nodded in satisfaction.
Jiang Jiaojiao...
She actually fell asleep! And had an indescribable dream, making her blush bright red with embarrassment, and she didn't dare to look at him at all.
Mr. Li glared at her.
He knew the girl was there to keep him company, but she was sleeping so soundly that he even yawned, though he managed to cover it up quickly with his sleeve.
Ziyan's knowledge was further enhanced.
Perhaps because my health is improving, my voice is clearer than before.
"Seventh Brother explained it so well, I understood it right away!"
The thirteenth prince jumped out and gave a thumbs up.
The thirteenth young master nodded in agreement. They were the most qualified to speak on whether the words were good or not, and they all wanted to rush back and give their father these fresh words to ensure he would pass the test.
The twelfth young lady wiped her drool and tsk tsk tsk, the seventh prince's voice was much more hypnotic than old Mr. Li's.
Jiang Lingtian bowed respectfully to the Seventh Prince, his eyes burning with fervor, "Senior Brother is indeed learned; Junior Brother has learned a great deal."
With an excited heart and trembling hands, the Seventh Prince's lesson instantly won him over, making him the person he admired most.
Mr. Li nodded, "It's very good that you have this intention."
Upon hearing this, the Second Prince and the Fifth Prince's faces instantly darkened. The Second Prince, in particular, revealed his obvious jealousy and resentment.
"Seventh brother, you're truly a hidden talent! I never knew you had such abilities; even fifth brother can't compare to you!"
His words were clearly sarcastic and provocative.
The Fifth Prince's face was extremely ugly. He had always prided himself on his extensive knowledge and talent, but he had been outshone by this sickly Seventh Prince.
Seeing the Fifth Prince's grim expression, the Second Prince became happy. The Fifth Prince always liked to show off his talents and often mocked others for being inferior to him. Now, finally, someone could surpass him.
He wished that the fifth and seventh brothers would start fighting right there and then.
When the crane and the clam fight, the fisherman benefits. He doesn't expect the seventh brother to kill the fifth brother, but it would be fine if the fifth brother killed the seventh brother!
Anyway, as long as the two of them fight, he can reap the benefits. As for who lives or dies, he doesn't care! However, if the sickly seventh brother really has the ability to drag the fifth brother down with him, that would be truly impressive.
The second prince secretly felt smug.
The Fifth Prince smiled, displaying his usual brotherly demeanor: "Seventh Brother, why be so modest? Your talent is evident to all."
"Second Brother, Fifth Brother, you're joking. I've just read a few more books."
A faint smile graced the Seventh Prince's pale face, his eyes calm as still water. "My body is weak, and I cannot gallop across the battlefield like you. I can only keep company with books."
His voice was gentle, yet carried a faint sense of detachment. He was unmoved by their jealousy and provocations, and didn't even glance at them, as if he didn't care about anything about them.
His eyes were fixed on her.
Seeing her so sleepy she was swaying back and forth, yet still trying to keep her eyelids open, she finally fell asleep on the desk, seemingly having a happy dream, a slight smile playing on her lips.
"Hehe, Seventh Brother is too modest."
The second prince wore a fake smile. "Seventh brother is not feeling well. He should go back and rest early. He can study anytime."
Despite her seemingly caring tone, Jiang Jiaojiao could still detect a hint of displeasure in her words.
Is she implying that her Seventh Prince is in poor health but still wants to show off?
Hmph! If you're so capable, why don't you go up there and show off too!
Jiang Jiaojiao stood up angrily, took out a purse full of jade bottles, and said, "Don't worry, you're sick, I have medicine."
She shoved everything at the Seventh Prince, her eyes crinkling with a smile as bright and dazzling as the most radiant sunshine in the world.
Hmph!
You're all taking advantage of his weak health!
The Seventh Prince, Li Yan, had a pocket full of jade bottles in his pocket. His dark eyes shone brightly as he gazed deeply at Jiao Jiao, his eyes filled with deep affection. The corners of his lips... turned up, turned up.
His smile was so captivating that it instantly charmed everyone; he was incomparably handsome.
He gazed at her, only at her, his eyes seeming to melt her, like a pool of spring water drowning her. Everyone who saw this was stunned.
Everyone knows that the Seventh Prince suffers from a terrible illness. Although he is incredibly handsome, he is aloof and rarely smiles. But no one knows that when he smiles... he is absolutely stunning.
boom--
Jiang Jiaojiao felt a burning sensation in her nose, reached out, and saw blood coming from her nose!
"Jiaojiao—"
"Jiaojiao—"
Before she fainted, Jiang Jiaojiao's ears were filled with all sorts of shouts.
Finally, all the sounds disappeared, leaving only a soft embrace filled with the scent of medicine. This embrace was warm and soft, making Jiang Jiaojiao feel incredibly comfortable.
After an unknown amount of time, Jiang Jiaojiao finally woke up from her coma. When she opened her eyes, she saw A Yuan and A Xiang chattering around her bedside.
"Miss, you're finally awake!" A-Yuan said anxiously.
"Oh dear, we're too late! The eunuch was stopped by the Seventh Prince's men and they won't let him disturb Miss." Ah Xiang stamped her foot, her face full of anxiety.
Jiang Jiaojiao looked completely bewildered.
What is that?
How did this escalate to the point of involving His Majesty?
"His Majesty bestowed so many gifts, and also the Noble Lady... no, now she's a Consort, Consort Jin also bestowed many gifts."
"Not only was it rewarded to Miss, but also to His Highness. His Highness left it all for Miss."
"Yes, yes, Your Highness is so good to Miss. He even invited the imperial physician for her. The physician said that Miss is in excellent health and fainted because her blood and qi were too strong and she suddenly lost control."
"So His Majesty and the Empress not only rewarded the Empress with tonics, but also bestowed upon her a fine steed so that Miss could exercise!"
Jiang Jiaojiao: "..."
Ahhh!
We've embarrassed ourselves in front of His Majesty!
Doesn't this mean that everyone in the capital knows they have excessive energy and blood, and that they fainted because of beauty?
Jiang Jiaojiao guessed correctly.
The two imperial edicts, one for Miss Jiang and the other for the Seventh Prince, were both received at the Yongchang Marquis's residence, and all the rewards remained there.
Such a strange event naturally spread throughout the entire capital city in an instant.
Miss Jiang's blood and energy were too strong, and she was captivated by the Seventh Prince.
The Seventh Prince's health is improving, and his appearance is becoming even more handsome. Now he dotes on Miss Jiang.
Miss Jiang is so lucky!
Miss Jiang is so pitiful!
If Miss Jiang hadn't climbed into the emperor's bed back then, Miss Jiang the second would be the one being favored now.
Miss Jiang stole the Seventh Prince and his favor from Miss Jiang.
...
Listening to the increasingly outrageous rumors relayed by A Yuan and A Xiang, Jiang Jiaojiao couldn't help but marvel once again at the power of the protagonist's halo!
What is all this nonsense?!
It seems I can't shake off my identity as the villainous supporting character no matter what. Oh well, that's how it is.
As for the reputation of "slacking off," let whoever wants it have it.
"Ah Yuan, I'm hungry—"
Jiang Jiaojiao turned her anger into appetite, eating with gusto, her mouth dripping with oil and the food smelling delicious. What protagonist halo? Does it taste as good as a big chicken leg?
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