The other person's eyes were very obscure, but she just turned sideways to see who had come today.
I just happened to meet that contemptuous and mocking look.
Tu Qingyu: ???
Is she okay?
Dabao: "Is she going to cause trouble again?"
Tu Qingyu: "I heard that after that day she went home and vomited the most, and had nightmares for half a month. I don't think so."
Dabao: "Then she is..."
Tu Qingyu: "Is it because you think you are a good rider and polo player, and you want to overpower me here?"
Or, she wanted people in the capital to know that she came from a humble family, and wanted those officials in the capital to isolate her and look down on her?
Isn’t this too naive?
How many years has this person really been in the palace? Is he twenty-two this year?
Dabao: "You are indeed naive. There are many interests in the capital. As long as you are the most favored queen in the palace, no matter what you do, there will definitely be countless people sticking to you."
Tu Qingyu: "She was still afraid, but she felt that as long as she didn't do anything, Si Chao wouldn't punish her."
"What's wrong?" Si Chao, who was standing next to her, noticed her emotions at the first moment.
She shook her head. "It's okay."
"Sister Zhaoyi must have never seen such a scene before, and she's not used to it yet." Zhao Xiuyi came over and saluted. "Your Highness, may your Highness be well, and I'm meeting the Virtuous Consort, may your Highness be well, and I'm meeting Sister Zhaoyi."
She was so poised and sincere in her words that it was impossible to tell that her first words were sarcastic.
However, just this one sentence was enough to make everyone in Beijing pay special attention to Tu Qingyu.
After the ceremony, I didn't know how many people looked at me, both openly and secretly.
It was also the first time for everyone in the capital to see the famous Concubine Zhaoyi.
The first impression is beauty, it is so beautiful.
That aqua blue palace dress is bright and elegant, yet has a unique cool feeling.
Many people were subconsciously stunned. If it weren't for the etiquette ingrained in their bones that made them subconsciously lower their heads, if they had stared any longer, they would have been punished by Si Chao.
Women don't have to avoid so many taboos.
The wife of the Duke of Qing stood up immediately and said, "Your Majesty is truly a beauty. When you came in just now, I and the others were stunned. We have never seen such a beautiful person."
Tu Qingyu nodded at her and said, "Thank you for the compliment, Madam Duke."
"This is not a compliment, I am just stating the facts." She looked kind and gentle, and while she spoke flattering words, there was no trace of flattery in her eyes, which made people feel no disgust when seeing her.
After saying this, she looked at Si Chao again, "How is His Majesty these days? The old master asked me to give His Majesty my regards."
"I'm fine." Si Chao still gave face to Duke Qing. "Madam, please give my regards to the old master on my behalf."
The old man here was the previous Duke of Qing, and he also made great contributions to Daxuan.
Later, when he returned to the court, he handed over the military order, showing no attachment to power and acting completely loyal to the emperor and patriotic.
The royal family has always shown preferential treatment to the Duke of Qing's Mansion.
"I, your humble servant, would like to thank Your Majesty for your concern for the old master. He is in good health and was even clamoring for the peach blossom wine brewed by his granddaughter the other day. It's just that it rained continuously for the past two days, and his old illness has recurred. Otherwise, he would have come to join in the fun today."
"Has the imperial physician visited him?"
"I've checked it out. It's all old ailments. Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty."
After the wife of Duke Qing spoke, Si Chao chatted with some old ministers for a few more words.
The time has come and the polo match has begun.
This dynasty advocates polo and Cuju, and even many girls are good at playing polo.
There are quite a few women in the two teams on the field today.
The two teams that played in the first round looked like teenagers around fourteen, fifteen or sixteen years old, with smiles on their faces and full of youth.
After the twenty-four embroidered flags and empty flag stands were brought up, the referee waved the flags in his hand, and the twenty people on the field immediately drove their horses into motion.
“Gee! Gee—!”
"Over there, Ah Sheng, take this!"
Among them, a girl in red was the most powerful. She scored a goal and won the flag just after a short while of the game.
"She seems to be the legitimate daughter of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery. I heard that her polo skills are the best among the ladies in the capital today." A woman sitting below said with admiration in her eyes.
Polo has developed into more than just a fun game.
When the powerful people in Beijing organize polo matches, they often do so for socializing, getting to know each other, and other purposes.
More than half of the young men and women present here are unengaged.
If there are still unmarried people of marriageable age in the family, you must keep a close eye on them.
When Concubine Wang heard this, she curled her lips and felt very dissatisfied.
She stealthily rose from her seat and left.
When he came back, he was already wearing a light yellow riding suit.
She is light yellow and delicate, and she does have a good appearance.
When he walked by, he attracted a lot of attention.
This made her even more proud, and she was determined to defeat Tu Qingyu today.
She walked up to Si Chao and said, "Your Majesty, I haven't moved for a long time. I also want to try it."
Si Chao didn't care much about what she wanted to do, as long as it didn't interfere with Tu Qingyu.
He waved his hand, indicating that she could do whatever she wanted.
After the first game was over, Wang Jieyu came on stage.
Now that the emperor's concubines have entered the court, naturally more people are focusing their attention on the field.
"Mrs. Jieyu is indeed formidable. She is on par with the child from the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery."
"Equally matched? I don't think so. The kid from the Loyal and Brave Marquis family has already fought a match, so he might not have the stamina to keep up."
"Hey, it's in, it's in, Madam Jieyu scored a goal!"
"Don't be impatient, it's just the first ball, the situation is still unclear."
…
This game was deadlocked for almost half an hour. It was very exciting. The situation on the court changed rapidly, which was dazzling for the spectators.
In the end, Wang Jieyu won by a narrow margin of one goal.
It was because her fighting style was too reckless. Even if the players on the field were young and ignorant, they knew that she was the emperor's concubine and they could not hurt her.
Concubine Wang walked step by step to Si Chao and Tu Qingyu amid the cheers of the whole room, with a proud look on her face.
"Your Majesty, I will live up to your high expectations."
Si Chao:? ? ?
Who gave her high hopes?
He said calmly, "Very good, Guangbing, reward."
But Concubine Wang was not satisfied with this. She looked at Tu Qingyu and said, "The other day, the Concubine Zhaoyi said that you are an excellent rider and even more proficient in polo. I wonder if I have the honor to compete with you, the Concubine Zhaoyi."
As soon as he said this, Si Chao frowned.
The princes, ministers, and ladies sitting below also looked at Tu Qingyu.
Everyone knows that Concubine Tu came from a small place in the south. The customs in the south are not as open as those in the capital. Not to mention small places, even some noble ladies from aristocratic families may not be allowed to learn riding and archery.
"Wang Jieyu, you talk too much." Si Chao frowned.
No one can force Qingyu to do something she doesn't want to do.
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