The competition was quickly coming to an end, and Chen Nian and Ertai got together again.
Two people were suddenly seen slacking off on the field.
While the others were arguing heatedly, the two of them chatted as they walked, as if they were discussing the weather and that the affairs of the group were none of their concern.
"How was your day? Did you have fun?"
Because Er Kang used his light-footed skill, Xiao Yanzi said the ball didn't count, and the two teams got together and started arguing.
Ertai and Shen Nian also groped their way together.
Everyone's gathered together, so it doesn't matter if the two of them are close together.
All he cared about was whether the little princess in front of him had a good time today; everything else was up to them.
There's a high probability that their team lost.
Given how much Benjamin dotes on Xiao Yanzi, and considering that his brother did indeed violate the rules by using his martial arts skills, it's no surprise that the princess's team will win this match.
Having followed Chen Nian's gossip for so long, he finally understood Benjamin's feelings for Xiao Yanzi.
Anyway, he didn't lose the ball, so even if it's brought up later, it can't be blamed on him.
He did let the little princess win the ball, but none of them could say for sure that they hadn't let the little princess win.
"happy."
Chen Nian nodded, genuinely happy; a happy atmosphere is contagious.
Although she didn't do much inside, only occasionally passing the ball, watching them fiercely compete, fight for the ball, play around, cheer when they scored, get angry when they lost, and then cheer up again, was really enjoyable.
This palace imprisons people's true nature, grinds down the passion in their bones, and binds them into square-shaped people without any edges.
Under the weight of numerous rules, they rarely have the opportunity to freely express their emotions. But on this court, they can play freely, run wildly, exert all their strength to rush forward, and be themselves to the fullest.
...
The two were relaxed, a stark contrast to the panic and intensity of the others.
Standing on the stage, Qing'er watched the two people below chatting casually, seemingly unconcerned about the outcome. Recalling what Xuan'er and Ying'er had told her, the smile in her eyes deepened.
It has to be said that Ertai really dotes on Niannian; she has seen Ertai go easy on Niannian several times.
Otherwise, Nian Nian won't be able to get the ball.
She knew her own child well; Niannian was only good at slacking off. If she tried to sneak in to grab the ball, not only would Niannian fail, but she would also be very likely to get injured.
Looking at the two people huddled together discreetly below, the Empress Dowager on the stage felt a glimmer of hope and made up her mind.
...
Just like in the original drama, the princess's team ultimately won.
Because Er Kang used his light-footed skills, and because of Benjamin's bias, the ball didn't count.
Neither of them was too surprised by the result.
The facts are set in stone, there's no point in dwelling on them anymore.
The most important part was the pieced-together "longevity" character prepared later as a birthday gift for the emperor.
"Thump, thump, thump-thump-thump—"
The drums sounded, and the birthday gifts were presented.
"Father, today is your birthday. We have specially designed a balloon popping contest for you, so that you can see a different kind of program."
Listening to Yongqi's high-level words, Chen Nian nodded silently. "Wow, that's impressive! Amazing!"
Yongqi's words completely misled everyone. Who could remember that the balloon-making contest was originally Xiaoyanzi's idea to make balloons?
"Father, you've given us so many surprises before. Today, we want to give you a surprise too. This performance is to wish you boundless happiness and longevity."
Little Swallow also stepped forward and spoke.
May your happiness be as boundless as the Eastern Sea, and your life be long and prosperous!
May your happiness be as boundless as the Eastern Sea, and your life be long and prosperous!
Hearing the resounding congratulations and seeing the magnificent scene before them, everyone present was deeply moved. Even the Empress was stunned, and Rong Momo was also incredibly excited, clapping her hands vigorously on the side.
The Empress Dowager's gaze towards Little Swallow also held a hint of a smile.
It has to be said that there was a reason why Xiao Yanzi was favored by the Emperor; it was a mutual attraction between them.
The Emperor is kind to Xiao Yanzi, and Xiao Yanzi is also repaying the Emperor in her own way.
...
After the match, at Shufangzhai.
No matter how much Chen Nian tries to avoid it or slack off, it's still a sports field, crowded and chaotic, so he's bound to get injured eventually.
"Chen Nian, look at your injuries. Haven't you recovered enough from these past few days? Hmm? Do you know how worried I was when I saw you walk into the center of the field?"
Looking at the injuries on Shen Nian's body, Ertai's talkative nature came out, and he kept rambling on and on.
"I told you to slack off, but you still got so many injuries. Come here, let me put some medicine on you."
Ertai looked at the little head drooping below him, the silent girl, and sighed. This little girl has suffered too many injuries.
"Ertai, these injuries are nothing, just minor ones. They'll heal in a few days. Don't be angry."
Hearing the sigh above him, Chen Nian reached out a hand and tugged at Ertai's clothes.
"I won't give you pumpkin seeds tomorrow."
Ertai announced the punishment for this disobedience.
"ah?!"
"Oh, it's no use. You won't get any sunflower seeds tomorrow. This is your punishment for disobeying."
Ertai tapped Chen Nian's head with his finger.
"Ertai, how about we change the punishment?"
It wasn't that there weren't pumpkin seeds in the palace, but that the ones there weren't as good as the ones Ertai brought. She didn't know where Ertai bought them; she had asked, but Ertai wouldn't tell her, cutting off her chance to secretly send someone to buy them.
They can only be fed by Ertai every day.
"No, this is the decision."
Ertai refused to look into Shen Nian's clear, bright eyes, as they would soften his heart if he did.
He was just wondering how to cut her pumpkin seeds, and now he could take this opportunity to give her a day off.
Eating too many pumpkin seeds can cause internal heat, but she just happens to like them. Paired with the pumpkins from Little Swallow, Yongqi, and Benjamin, she ate them even more happily.
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