Chapter 101 Zhao Yue's Difficulties
Everyone looked up and exclaimed in admiration, saying things like, "It's worthy of being a sacred object from Liangzhou, the color of its petals is as crystal clear as moonlight." Some people even wanted to compose a poem for the Yuejiantan flower.
The Autumn Examination is just seven days away. Many candidates have arrived today. Coincidentally, the Crown Prince and others are also here, so they spare no effort to show themselves, hoping to catch the eyes of the dignitaries present.
Shen Shuwei just looked up and glanced before looking away.
It is indeed much more beautiful than the ordinary Epiphyllum.
Seeing that everyone present had almost finished admiring the flowers, Xiao Chengming brought up the old topic again, "Ayue, you haven't told me yet, which girl here do you plan to give this sacred object to?"
As he said this, he smiled subtly as he glanced at Xiao Fufeng, who was sitting on Zhao Yue's right.
Others may not know, but he and Xiao Fufeng know very well that today's welcoming banquet is also a meeting banquet.
My father intends to marry Xiao Fufeng to Zhao Yue, both to win her over and to control her.
Before coming, the palace had discussed with the three of them that Zhao Yue would give this moonflower to Xiao Fufeng in public, creating a good story.
At this time, Xiao Fufeng also lowered his eyes shyly and twisted the handkerchief in his hand.
Although she had someone in her heart, she knew that it was difficult to disobey the emperor's order. Moreover, Zhao Yue was not bad looking, and her father wanted to support him to become King Jing and take charge of Liangzhou in the future.
Marrying him is not a loss.
Zhao Yue's lips curled slightly, and he stroked the edge of the flower pot with his fingers, "I do have someone I want to give this to."
Xiao Chengming smiled with satisfaction, cleared his throat and waited for Zhao Yue to give the flower to Xiao Fufeng, and then he would grant the marriage on the spot.
Xiao Fufeng raised her eyes timidly and looked at Zhao Yue with affection.
"Miss Shen's face is flawless, as pure and elegant as the moon reflecting the sun. I want to give this flower to Miss Shen."
Xiao Chengming was stunned and turned to look at Zhao Yue in disbelief. Did he say the wrong name?
But seeing that Zhao Yue looked frank and did not get anxious or lose his composure as if he had said something wrong.
Xiao Chengming's heart sank, he narrowed his eyes and looked away. They had been tricked by Zhao Yue.
They agreed with a smile in front of their father, but suddenly changed their minds at the last minute. Zhao Yue must have seen through their intentions.
The most angry person was Xiao Fufeng. She stared at Zhao Yue in astonishment. The blush on her little face faded away, and endless embarrassment and anger surged in her heart.
What did Zhao Yue mean by that? His father clearly wanted him to give the flowers to him, but now that he changed his mind in public, he was not only looking down on her, but also slapping her in the face!
Everyone knows that among all the girls at the banquet, she is the most noble. Even if Zhao Yue has no intention of marrying her, he should have left the flowers to her. But now he is giving them to other girls and praising them lavishly. Does he think she is not as good as that Miss Shen?
There was a commotion at the table, and everyone turned around to look for the Miss Shen that Zhao Yue had mentioned.
Chen Shuwei's heart skipped a beat, and he slowly raised his eyes, only to meet Zhao Yue's meaningful smile.
"Miss Shen, do you like the flowers I gave you?" Zhao Yue not only stared at Shen Shuwei, but also asked kindly.
Now anyone can see that Zhao Yue's flowers are for Chen Shuwei.
Xiao Fufeng was so angry that her nose was crooked. If Xiao Chengming hadn't warned her and glared at her, she would have walked away.
Is Zhao Yue blind? Why give it to Chen Shuwei when there are so many other people to give it to!
Chen Shuwei exhaled lightly, stood up and bowed, "Mr. Yue, I am not worthy of your kindness. This flower is precious, Mr. Yue should give it to someone precious."
Chen Shuwei almost asked Zhao Yue to give the flowers to Xiao Fufeng by name, but she was concerned about the royal family's reputation and could only hint to the precious person in a tactful way.
She did not miss the different looks from Xiao Chengming and Xiao Fufeng on her. Just looking at Xiao Fufeng's attitude as if he was going to eat her alive, Shen Shuwei could guess with her toes that the flower was originally meant for Xiao Fufeng.
I just don’t know what happened in the middle that led Zhao Yue to give Yue Jiantan to me.
Zhao Yue's smile deepened, and he raised his hand to signal the guard to send Yue Jiantan to Shen Shuwei. "Miss Shen, you are too modest. In my opinion, the most precious person at this table is you, right?"
Chen Shuwei's eyelids twitched, and Xiao Fufeng could no longer sit still. He suddenly stood up and left the table with the palace maids.
Zhao Yue ignored this and tapped the table with his fingers, "Miss Shen doesn't want to accept it. Does she look down on me, or does she look down on my Liangzhou sacred object?"
With such a big hat being put on him, how could Shen Shuwei refuse? He could only lower his eyes and express his gratitude.
Looking at the Yue Jiantan in front of him and the various gazes around him falling on him, Chen Shu closed his eyes slightly.
Zhao Yue did this on purpose, but why did he choose himself? Was it just because of the previous chance encounter?
Shen Shuwei could see that Zhao Yue had no feelings for him. His words and actions seemed like he was deliberately going against someone, not just Xiao Chengming and Xiao Fufeng, but someone else.
The youngest son of King Jing and the younger brother of Crown Prince Zhao Yun.
An answer was about to emerge in Shen Shuwei's heart.
"Miss Chen." Zhao Yue suddenly called out again.
Chen Shuwei's eyebrows twitched, and he looked up at him, "Master Yue, what are your instructions? Do you want me to return the flowers?"
Zhao Yue propped up his face and leaned lazily on the chair, "How could it be? There is no reason for me to take back what I gave away."
"I just wanted to say that since you have accepted my gift, shouldn't you return the favor?"
Shen Shuwei's lips moved, and he was about to speak, but was interrupted by Zhao Yue, "This young master does not like intangible things such as gold and silver, but Miss Shen has a graceful figure, so why not perform a dance here as a token of gratitude."
Chen Shuwei frowned quietly. Men and women were sitting together at the table, and there was no young lady from aristocratic family performing for rewards. If she danced here, what difference would she make from a dancer?
Zhao Yue was deliberately humiliating her. He had just given her flowers, which made Xiao Fufeng and Xiao Chengming resent him as well. Now he wanted to embarrass her in public.
"Since Master Yue has spoken, Miss Chen will dance a song for you all." Xiao Chengming said with a forced smile.
The second prince sitting opposite couldn't see the current situation clearly, but seeing Chen Shuwei's elegant and beautiful appearance, he also echoed.
When a few of them spoke, a few scattered voices echoed them.
Many women frowned and said nothing.
Dancing in public like this, isn't that a deliberate humiliation?
Wang Peilan's face turned even uglier, and she stood up to speak for Shen Shuwei.
Chen Shuwei stopped her, knowing that she had to dance today. She looked at Zhao Yue calmly and said, "Yes, please lend me your sword, Master Yue."
Sword dancing is also dancing, and it is better than dancing that is mainly for Ji Yueren.
Xiao Chengming had been holding a grudge against Chen Shuwei since the time when she stopped the refugees from the outskirts of Beijing. Adding to what happened today, he didn't want to watch Chen Shuwei dance with a sword. He wanted to see her perform like those dancers who were not presentable.
But before Xiao Chengming could speak, Zhao Yue took off his sword and threw it over to stop him from speaking.
Shen Shuwei caught the sword steadily.
Zhao Yue became interested and looked at her leisurely, leaning back in his chair.
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