She would deliberately wait in the backyard of the Jiang family. Whenever a beggar came to beg, after confirming that the person really had no money for food, she would give them the pocket money she had saved up so that they could have a good New Year.
Her parents did not stop her after they found out about it.
Instead, every year when the twelfth lunar month approaches, they would quietly double her monthly allowance to ensure she had enough money.
Over time, Jiang Mingwei even learned a few signs.
But the other party was, after all, a beggar, and could not be presented to the public. So whenever she used sign language, she would be immediately scolded by the governess and then timidly put down her hands.
The Jiang family may allow her to do good deeds, but they will never allow her to associate with beggars!
Furthermore, since the money was only given at the back door of the Jiang family's house, the matter was never spread, and no one knew that Jiang Mingwei had done these good deeds.
In everyone's eyes, she was still the arrogant and haughty eldest daughter of the Jiang family.
If others could not know or remember these things, why did Jiang Mingjin, who was by Jiang Mingwei's side and distributed silver to her, almost forget them completely?
It all ended because Li Yihuan miscarried.
The siblings broke off relations and never distributed money together again.
Looking back now, I'm filled with emotion...
Unbeknownst to them, Jiang Mingwei had somehow learned all of sign language and even knew how to use it to tell stories, thus attracting Princess Anning's attention.
Wei Jing is right. This is her skill, and it is only natural that she is appreciated by the leader.
Why should he, as the older brother, be angry?
"As far as I know, Minister Jiang and his sister-in-law have been estranged for many years. People change, and it is understandable that Minister Jiang is unaware of this. However, even the most passionate heart will eventually grow cold. Since you two are born of the same mother, you should put aside your hatred as soon as possible."
Seeing that Jiang Mingjin was staring intently in Jiang Mingwei's direction, Wei Jing keenly caught a hint of bitterness and regret in his eyes, so he spoke in a low voice.
His words made Jiang Mingjin realize something. She tightened her lips and did not refuse. She just nodded thoughtfully.
After telling An Ning the story, Jiang Mingwei's hands were sore and aching.
Looking up at the ongoing song and dance performance in front of me, I found it really boring.
He wanted to ride a horse, and she couldn't wait to go horseback riding!
When will the Great Patriotic Movement allow free horseback riding?
She managed to coax her precious daughter into smiling, and seeing that Jiang Mingwei was not interested, the woman immediately guessed what she was thinking.
He cleared his throat and spoke in a deep yet authoritative voice: "Gentlemen, now that all the guests have arrived, shall we get down to business? Someone, bring Zhuifeng up."
As soon as he finished speaking, the neighing of horses came from not far away, the clattering sound kicking the ground as if it were kicking his heart, making him feel inexplicably uneasy.
Before long, a glossy chestnut horse was led into the crowd's view, drawing exclamations of admiration from all around!
Everyone stood up one after another and looked at Zhui Feng from outside the fence.
"My God, this horse is so tall and so big!"
Jiang Mingwei couldn't help but exclaim in amazement, "I've really learned something new!"
She had seen horses before and thought they were quite large, but compared to this horse, her size was simply insignificant!
Its short, maroon fur covered its body, revealing clearly visible muscle lines and textures, making it extremely beautiful.
It had a big, bushy tail and seemed to have a bad temper. It snorted from its nostrils and its tail swayed impatiently from side to side. It took three people to hold it back and barely control it.
Its bright eyes were full of defiance and arrogance, looking down on everyone present. It truly lived up to its reputation as the legendary Akhal-Teke horse!
"Yes, Zhuifeng is the most unruly of the horses presented as tribute by Fengfan Kingdom. It has a bad temper, but it is extremely beautiful! And it just so happens that I like it, so the emperor gave it to me. But a fine horse needs a hero to match it, so if anyone can tame it today, or hold up three incense sticks on its back, Zhuifeng will belong to him."
The Empress Dowager spoke with a light smile and an excited tone, but then changed the subject and warned in a deep voice: "However... don't blame me for not warning you. If you fall off its back and get hurt, I will not be responsible! So everyone, think carefully and act according to your abilities."
"Thank you for your kind invitation, Your Majesty. I will give it a try!"
No sooner had the words left his mouth than a person leaped out from the crowd.
He was dressed in short clothes, which made him look well-prepared. He was tall and strong, with a full beard covering his face.
Jiang Mingwei didn't recognize him, but she overheard others discussing him and learned that he was Li Yuanzhong, a sixth-rank military officer.
He stepped forward in a few strides, took the reins from the stable boy, and climbed onto the stable.
However, as soon as it touched the back of the wind-chasing creature, it started screaming and howling like a madman, trying its best to throw the person off its back!
Li Yuanzhong, who had been calm and collected just a moment ago, immediately realized something was wrong and reached out to grab Zhui Feng's mane, but this only further enraged Zhui Feng.
A hoarse scream pierced his eardrums, and his hind hooves thrashed even more violently. Li Yuanzhong desperately tried to steady himself, but still ended up flying off his horse...
Even if it lands on the grass, it will still inevitably vomit blood.
The crowd looked at him with sympathy, and the emperor waved his wide sleeves, immediately sending a royal physician to treat him.
Today's event is ultimately just for entertainment and a bit of excitement. If these military officers were to actually be put in danger, the Grand Secretary would likely not escape punishment either.
Therefore, what I just said was merely a warning.
If an accident does occur, there will naturally be people available to provide timely assistance.
"Lieutenant Li's martial arts skills have always been top-notch. If even he couldn't tame this precious horse, how could anyone else do it?"
"Yes, this horse is fine, but its temperament is far too fierce; it's really frightening!"
...
The crowd whispered among themselves, while Jiang Mingwei looked at the horse with excitement.
She really wanted to own these handsome steeds. If the Chase Wind was hers, she would probably wake up laughing in her dreams.
"Gentlemen, is there anyone else willing to try? There are many capable ministers and generals in the court; surely they will have a way to subdue Zhui Feng today. Do any of you have any other ingenious methods?"
The big sister smiled, turned to look at the crowd, and asked in confusion.
Soon, another military officer stepped forward.
It was Zhang Liqi, the General of Guide.
"Your Excellency, I am willing to give it a try!"
After saying that, he leaped into the fence, just as Li Yuanzhong had just straddled Zhuifeng.
As expected, Zhui Feng was strong-willed and unwilling to be ridden, so he once again became determined to throw him off.
Zhang Liqi was clearly struggling to keep up. He gripped the reins tightly with both hands and squeezed the horse's belly with his legs, but the violent jolting still threw him off the horse time and time again.
The crowd gasped in astonishment!
Suddenly, a scream rang out, and he fell from his horse. The forelegs of the Wind Chaser, raised high, hovered over his chest...
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