The Emperor then glanced at Yelü Xue: "Since that's the case, then so be it! But don't cry if you lose!"
“Your Majesty, I am not participating in this horse race with those men. I only want to compete with Song Yan’er. I have heard that she is highly skilled in martial arts, and I have always respected such people. Today, I have the rare opportunity to meet her, so I would like to ask her for some pointers!”
Upon hearing this, the Emperor, who had been quite engrossed in the assassination plot, suddenly became interested:
"Oh? You want to have a match with Xiao Yang's wife?"
When Yelü Xue heard the Emperor mention Lady Xiao Yang, she felt a little awkward, but she didn't dare to go too far and could only smile and say yes!
The Emperor said, "Since you want to compete with her, you should at least ask for her opinion. Go and summon Madam Xiao!"
"yes!"
Song Yan'er was still wondering when the Western Liao princess would make her move when she unexpectedly saw Eunuch Wang from the Emperor's side come to call her!
Song Yan'er and Shen Meng exchanged a glance. She's finally here. They thought she'd chickened out!
"Be careful!"
Chen Meng said with a hint of worry!
Song Yan'er smiled confidently:
"Don't worry, the person who can make me suffer hasn't been born yet!"
Deep in Dreams...
I shouldn't have worried about her!
Song Yan'er quickly arrived at the stands, bowed to the Emperor, and looked at him with a puzzled expression:
"Does my royal uncle have any instructions for me?"
The Emperor gave Song Yan'er a meaningful look:
"You know this one, right? She wants to race your horse, and I'm just asking for your opinion! So, do you agree to fight for my Western Shu?"
Song Yan'er...
Since the topic of patriotism has come up, of course we can't back down! Seeing the Emperor's expression of wanting to watch the show, Song Yan'er was speechless!
"It is my honor to represent Western Shu, but is this a friendly match or a competition?"
The Emperor smiled knowingly:
"That's true, there has to be a prize in the competition. As for your question, it depends on whether the prize is to your liking! Come on, bring me my Shadowless Sword!"
The Emperor glanced at Song Yan'er while holding the sword presented to him by his attendants:
"The Shadowless Sword and the Peerless Sword are a pair! Good luck!"
Song Yan'er...
She's afraid I won't go all out! How could that be? Just because they're rivals in love, Song Yan'er won't let her off the hook!
Song Yan'er glanced at Yelü Xue expressionlessly:
"Keep it up! I hope you don't lose too badly!"
Yelü Hongyi scoffed:
"This Mrs. Xiao is far too arrogant. There are always people more capable than you, and there's always something beyond your understanding. It's best not to be so confident!"
Song Yan'er chuckled softly:
"I dare not speak for others, but you are not even worth my attention! What do you say, Princess of Western Liao?"
Yelü Xue's face flushed red as she recalled their last encounter. "No wonder Aunt Xiao doesn't like you. I doubt anyone would like someone like you!"
When Song Yan'er heard her mention Bai Yang, she guessed that the two had met, and scoffed:
"It's enough that Xiao Yang likes me. What do I care about others?"
Yelü Xue...
It hurts!
Yelü Hongyi was also furious, but he was ultimately more composed than Yelü Xue.
"In that case, I'll also put up a prize!"
As she spoke, she pulled a box from her bosom, opened it, and Song Yan'er was stunned!
Because in his mind, the roast duck was clamoring: "Soul-Nourishing Wood? This is a good thing. Wearing it can nourish your soul, gradually strengthen your consciousness, and enhance your spiritual power!"
Hearing the excited sounds of the roast duck, Song Yan'er couldn't believe that Yelü Hongyi would be so generous as to bring out such a good thing. Could it be that he didn't recognize it?
"You're using such a broken piece of wood as a prize?"
Yelü Hongyi...
"Although I don't know what's so special about this piece of wood, it was left behind by the abbot of our Huguo Temple, so it can't be anything simple! This is definitely not some broken piece of wood!"
Song Yan'er wanted to laugh to herself. She hadn't expected that she would actually guess right. He had no idea what it was, but this was perfect for her!
"Alright, since its shape is decent, I'll take it!"
Without waiting for anyone to say anything, he made a nimble leap and landed right inside the racetrack!
He put his hand to his mouth and whistled loudly!
Then the others saw a majestic and imposing horse galloping towards them! Its four hooves thrashed about, its long mane flying, its beautiful posture resembling a carrier pigeon that had endured hardships to cross the sea, or a petrel that had taken flight in a storm.
The horse ran up to Song Yan'er's side, lowered its proud head, and nuzzled Song Yan'er's hand as if it were being affectionate!
"Be good, there's a reward after the competition!"
Because of Liu Yunxiang's earlier reminder, Song Yan'er released the Black Wind King!
In retrospect, Liu Yunxiang's reminder was indeed necessary!
Song Yan'er mounted her horse nimbly, then looked at Yelü Xue:
"Let's get started, and not waste each other's time!"
Yelü Xue...
Aren't you being a bit too arrogant!
However, looking at Song Yan'er now, the temperament and inner strength she exudes are a calmness and grace that comes from her very bones, and that kind of demeanor seems to have nothing to do with the protection of others!
But how could a country bumpkin like her be more like a princess than herself?
Yelü Xue shook her head. She must have been so angry that she lost her mind. How could Song Yan'er be like this!
Xiao Yang rode over as soon as he saw Song Yan'er come off the racetrack and stood before her:
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