When Jiang Meixin heard Lan Shanyang ask this question, she immediately realized that she had let something slip, and couldn't help but laugh sheepishly, "Actually, Grandmother also said to bring the best one! But I really liked the better one so much that I secretly kept it for myself! Your Majesty, please don't be angry, I didn't mean to, and neither did Grandmother!"
Upon hearing this, Lan Shanyang burst into laughter, then pointed to the people behind him and said, "See? These days, children have all learned to be cunning! But I'm not angry, not only am I not angry, but I'm actually quite pleased! Because this little girl has saved the best for herself, which means she doesn't want to take advantage of me! That's what makes a good child—loyal, reliable, clever, and kind. Quan Jing, go and get some good things to reward this child!"
"yes!"
Upon hearing that she had not only escaped reprimand but also received a reward, Jiang Meixin smiled and bowed, saying, "Thank you for your reward, Your Majesty!"
Lan Shanyang nodded, "Hmm, this time you've remembered the rules!"
The crowd burst into laughter again. There was no need to look at the embroidery anymore; Jiang Meixin was sure to win first place.
However, Lan Shanyang was in high spirits and insisted on reading everything. Afterwards, Lan Xiuyuan spoke to Jiang Meixin with a deliberately ambiguous smile.
Jiang Meixin was somewhat captivated by the knowledgeable and gentle prince before her, but she was more drawn to Lan Shanyang.
After all, he was the emperor, so she had to serve him with utmost care and couldn't afford to make any more mistakes.
Hu Qianyu and Qin Kou'er both saw Jiang Meixin's little tricks.
From the moment Jiang Meixin tugged at Lan Shanyang's sleeve, Qin Kou'er had been keeping a close eye on every expression on Hu Qianyu's face.
When she saw Hu Qianyu begin to frown slightly, clench her hands tightly, and flare her nostrils slightly, she whispered to Hai Tian beside her, "Are you carrying snake gallbladders?"
Hai Tian was taken aback. "I brought it! It's just snake gall powder, which I use for emergencies!"
"Don't worry about that now. Find an opportunity later. Go to Jiang Meixin's side and make sure she drinks that stuff! Remember, force it down her throat!"
"What's wrong? Is she in danger?" Hai Tian asked nervously.
Qin Kou'er gave a cold laugh, "Women who get close to the Emperor are all in danger!"
Hai Tian nodded, said nothing, and continued to follow Qin Kou'er forward.
Finally, we arrived at the lobby.
As soon as everyone entered, they were immediately drawn to the exquisite embroidery in front of them.
They had never seen such exquisite and colorful embroidery before; it was simply a masterpiece.
The light was dimly blocked, but it seemed to bring the embroidery to life, making it absolutely beautiful.
Jiang Meixin was an expert; upon seeing the first item, she exclaimed in surprise, then forgot about the Emperor and Empress, and rushed inside to examine each item carefully.
Lan Shanyang nodded as he looked at it: "Hmm, it is indeed the finest of the world. This must have been presented by Qin Kou'er! Call Qin Kou'er over here."
Immediately, Qin Kou'er bowed and smiled as she walked over: "This commoner, Qin Kou'er, greets Your Majesty!"
Quiet whispers immediately arose around them. It turned out that this woman was Qin Kou'er, who had been the talk of the town in the past two days.
"Kou'er, these things of yours are truly the finest of the world! I'm afraid even those tributes can't compare to yours! Come, tell me properly about the origins of these things!"
"yes!"
As she spoke, Qin Kou'er stood up and walked over to Lan Shanyang, explaining to him in a low voice.
Xu Jinlan looked at the people in front of her, then suddenly gave a cold laugh. She walked to Hu Qianyu's side and whispered, "Oh, sister, it looks like our palace is about to get lively again! Look at these new brides, each one of them is more beautiful and delicate than the last!"
After saying that, Xu Jinlan didn't say anything more, and walked past Hu Qianyu directly forward.
Behind everyone's back, Hu Qianyu's expression slowly turned cold, and she clenched her fists tightly.
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