Qingying thought for a moment and then changed the subject: "Brother, will Miss Ayan come with you when you go up the mountain tomorrow?"
"Yes, you don't know, Ayan's archery skills are amazing. I might not even be as good as her. I just don't know if Dongchen can compete with her."
"That's amazing..."
It's no wonder Qingying was surprised. She had witnessed Liu Chengfeng's archery and horsemanship skills, and there were few people in the capital who could match him. As for Wei Dongchen, he usually seemed carefree, but his martial arts and archery skills were quite remarkable.
I still remember a few years ago when he was the first to win the autumn hunt. Later, the emperor restricted his participation in the hunt. Although his results were not counted in the competition for the championship, he still hunted the most every time.
To receive such praise from Liu Chengfeng, it's clear that Miss Ayan must be an extraordinary woman.
"When does my brother plan to introduce me to the legendary Miss Ayan?"
Liu Chengfeng licked his lips and said, "In a few days, during the autumn hunt, you will be able to see her."
She was taken aback. "Does brother mean he wants to take her to the autumn hunt?"
"Um."
"But in what capacity should she go?"
"My maidservant."
"But what about Mother..."
"Don't worry, we have a plan."
He smiled mysteriously, and seeing his certainty, Qingying didn't say anything to spoil the mood.
The next day, Liu Chengfeng indeed brought her a roast chicken, wrapped in lotus leaves and several layers of oil paper. When she opened it, it was still steaming and had a wonderful aroma.
"This was baked by Dongchen. His skills are better than mine. We just finished eating, and I rushed back with it without stopping."
Qingying took a deep breath, and her mouth instantly watered. "It smells so good."
"Quickly try it and see how it tastes."
Qingying didn't bother looking for utensils; she tore off a chicken leg with her bare hands and started eating it.
Pheasant meat is naturally delicious, and Wei Dongchen's grilling skills are superb; one bite and the aroma lingers on your lips and teeth.
As she ate, her gaze was drawn to Liu Chengfeng's arm, where there was a tear in his sleeve about an inch above his elbow. She gradually slowed down her chewing. "Big brother, what happened to your arm?"
"It's nothing serious here, just a minor scratch."
Qingying wiped her hands with a handkerchief and went over to check.
Liu Chengfeng twisted his body to avoid her, saying, "It's really nothing. Getting injured is commonplace for me when I practice martial arts."
Qingying didn't let him off the hook. She pressed down on his shoulders to stop him from moving and said seriously, "Let me take a look."
Liu Chengfeng had no choice but to stop and let her see.
Qingying gently pulled open a bit of the torn cuff on his arm, revealing a deep red wound underneath. It was bandaged and wrapped in white cloth, but blood was still seeping out, indicating the wound was not shallow. He was wearing dark clothes today, so even with the bloodstains, they wouldn't be very noticeable.
She immediately sent Yu Yue to find Doctor Qin.
"It's really unnecessary, it's just a minor injury."
Qingying insisted on having Doctor Qin take a look, and Liu Chengfeng, seeing that he couldn't persuade her otherwise, simply let her have her way.
An hour later, before leaving, Doctor Qin muttered, "It's just a cut from an arrowhead. Is it really worth it for an old man like me to come here for such a minor injury?"
Qingying smiled as she saw him out, "It's all because of your excellent medical skills. I was just concerned about the diagnosis."
Liu Chengfeng shrugged and said, "I told you it was just a minor injury."
Qingying glanced at him sideways and said, "What's there to be proud of? You can get hurt just catching a pheasant. How are you going to fight on the battlefield in the future?"
"this……"
After seeing Doctor Qin off, Liu Chengfeng coaxed her as they walked back, saying, "I'll definitely be more careful in the future so you won't worry. Don't be angry, don't be angry."
Qingying relaxed and went back inside to eat chicken.
...
Soon it was the eighth day of the ninth month, and they needed to set off a day early to settle down at the hunting grounds.
After nearly two months of recuperation, Qingying had finally recovered. She specially ordered clothes for the autumn hunt from Jinxiu Manor in advance and had Yuyue take them with her before she went out.
The procession leaving the city was long and impressive, and Qingying's carriage blended in without being noticeable.
When Liu Chengfeng arrived, she happened to lift the curtain and look outside. She saw him riding a dark brown horse, wearing a blue and white narrow-sleeved riding outfit. Behind him, on another white horse, sat his maid Shuoyue.
Qingying asked in surprise, "When did Shuoyue learn to ride a horse?"
Liu Chengfeng lowered his voice and said, "She is Ayan."
Qingying was even more surprised. She looked at the face from left to right, and no matter how she looked at it, it was still the same as the new moon.
Liu Chengfeng explained, "Ayan's greatest skill is disguise."
She was speechless for a moment, "My God, this disguise is just too convincing..."
"Hehe, that's why I said she's amazing." His tone was full of pride.
It's not hard to see that Liu Chengfeng really likes this Ayan.
But thinking about it, it's not surprising. She often heard Liu Chengfeng mention Ayan, saying that she had a cheerful personality, was upright, skilled in riding and archery, could cook, and was knowledgeable in medicine. Now she also had the ability to disguise herself. If she were a man, it would be hard for her not to be attracted to her.
Qingying gave Ayan a kind smile, and Ayan smiled back at her.
After the carriage left the city, the road became uneven. Qingying sat in the carriage, and although there were two layers of soft cushions under her and a fox fur carpet that Wei Huaixu had specially found for her, she was still shaken so much that her face turned pale.
Yu Yue massaged her shoulders and said with concern, "Miss, you've only just recovered a little. How can you bear this kind of torment? Perhaps I should ask the carriage to slow down a bit."
She shook her head. "It's already very slow. I'm afraid if it slows down any further, it will delay our trip. I don't want to cause a big commotion just because of me."
"Then why don't you take a nap? You should be there by the time you wake up."
This time, she just shook her head and didn't say anything.
She's a light sleeper, so how could she possibly fall asleep in this swaying state? But she still obediently closed her eyes, trying to recharge.
I don't know how long the carriage has been traveling, but suddenly I heard greetings coming from outside.
"Greetings, Your Highness the Crown Prince."
Then, the carriage curtain was lifted from the outside, and Wei Huaixu walked in, carrying a pillow in his hand.
"You look so pale." He sat down next to Qingying and touched her slightly thinner face with heartache.
"I had the imperial physician make a special medicinal pillow. It has a calming and invigorating effect. Wearing it might help you feel better." He then helped her up and placed the pillow behind her.
"I'm sorry to have troubled you." She couldn't help but feel a little apologetic for always causing him worry.
"Why are you being so polite? Since I love you, I'm doing this willingly."
She smiled and asked, "Did you come all this way just to bring me this medicinal pillow?"
"Not only that, but I've missed you a bit since I last saw you a few days ago."
Yu Yue, who was huddled by the carriage door, closed her eyes, trying to minimize her presence.
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