Fu Junheng was dressed in a dark blue outfit with black cloud-patterned sleeves. The gold-embroidered waist belt accentuated his lean waist, making him appear even more capable and powerful. His long legs, slender and straight, were full of strength. He stood tall and proud, exuding the nobility and majesty of a king.
Mu Chenshuang stared at him in surprise.
Fu Junheng was also looking at her, his gaze falling on her, his eyes darkening. If she were among a group of men, countless eyes would be on her.
My gaze couldn't help but drift to her lower abdomen. Her outfit, which accentuated her waist, showed absolutely no signs of pregnancy.
The thought of the child carrying his mother softened her expression.
"What is Crown Prince Junheng doing?" Mu Chenshuang asked.
Fu Junheng lowered his eyes and composed himself, saying, "Since we're passing by, let's go to the palace together with Princess Weiyang."
Mu Chenshuang said calmly, "The road from Yaoguang Residence to the palace is not the same as that of the Marquis's residence."
Fu Junheng said calmly, "Then Princess Weiyang can take it as my intention to come."
Since he had openly admitted it, what could Mu Chenshuang say? She didn't respond to Fu Junheng's words, withdrew her gaze, walked straight to the horse, stepped into the stirrup, and mounted the horse with a flourish.
"drive!"
Mu Chenshuang took the reins and rode away, clearly intending to avoid Fu Junheng.
Fu Junheng looked at her and rode his horse to follow.
Mu Yazhi stood there watching the direction the two had left, her gaze fixed on Mu Chenshuang, her eyes filled with intense hatred.
Lu Wei stepped forward, glanced in the direction Mu Chenshuang had left, and her eyes revealed a strong killing intent. This hunt was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
She placed her hands on Mu Yazhi's shoulders and comforted her, "Let's go!"
Nobles and marquises were invited to watch the hunt.
Mu Chenshuang and Fu Junheng arrived at the palace.
The princes were already waiting in the square.
The main purpose of today's hunt is for the emperor to test the princes' riding and archery skills over the past year.
Whoever wins the hunt this year will surely receive the emperor's approval. In the end, what seems like a simple hunt is actually fraught with hidden dangers.
Especially for Feng Xilan, who is the crown prince, if he cannot achieve outstanding results today, it would be the greatest irony for him as the heir apparent.
The appearance of Mu Chenshuang and Fu Junheng attracted a lot of attention, as the two rode side by side on horseback.
He was as handsome as a god, exuding a powerful imperial aura and an imposing presence that commanded respect and admiration, making him unattainable for the nobles and royalty present.
A stunningly beautiful woman, flamboyant and radiant, with a cold and aloof gaze, exuding an air of authority without anger, looking down upon all living beings.
Even the most glamorous princesses pale in comparison to her.
They looked so well-matched from afar, their complementary aura and appearances making them seem like an emperor and empress to anyone who didn't know them.
This scene caught Feng Xilan's eye, and his face instantly darkened, a hint of barely perceptible resentment flashing in his eyes. He was supposed to be the one who appeared with her.
Mu Chenshuang dismounted.
"Snowfall!"
An excited voice rang out.
Mu Chenshuang looked over upon hearing the sound and saw Xue Jiajia dressed in a blue riding outfit. She would definitely participate in such a lively event.
Xue Jiajia ran up to Mu Chenshuang and couldn't help but exclaim, "As expected of the female general of my Tianzhao Kingdom, her temperament and appearance are absolutely stunning. I'm almost jealous. I'm wondering how someone who has led troops into battle can be so beautiful."
Mu Chenshuang said calmly, "Appearance is determined by nature; only shallow people focus on a person's appearance."
Xue Jiajia raised her head slightly, "I am shallow, but you talk as if you're not. Then why don't you get close to the other princes and nobles, and instead choose to be with Crown Prince Junheng? Isn't it because Crown Prince Junheng is unparalleled in his beauty?"
Fu Junheng, who was standing to the side, heard everything clearly. His gaze fell on Mu Chenshuang's face, and he saw her momentary embarrassment at being hit where it was.
Unconsciously, a faint smile appeared on the corner of the man's lips.
Although Mu Chenshuang was reluctant to admit it, she was indeed attracted to Fu Junheng's appearance, and even lost her mind at times.
Unexpectedly, she was rendered speechless by Xue Jiajia's counter-question.
What worried her even more was that Fu Junheng was still standing right there. Even though she had been rational enough towards him, she didn't dare to look at him at this moment.
“It’s not that I want to be with him.” Mu Chenshuang replied, trying her best to calm herself down.
But after saying it, I felt like something was off.
Fu Junheng replied in a low, gentle voice, "Indeed, it was I who approached Princess Weiyang."
Xue Jiajia was stunned by Fu Junheng's answer. The man, who was as cold as an ice cube, was speaking in a normal tone. Was he answering her?
Xue Jiajia snapped out of her shock and realized that the two seemed like a loving couple having a tiff.
Just then, the eunuch's loud shouts brought Xue Jiajia back to her senses.
When the appointed time arrived, a procession followed the emperor to the hunting grounds.
The grand procession left the city.
Xue Jiajia stayed with Mu Chenshuang the whole way. She was determined to compete with Mu Chenshuang. Although she knew she couldn't win, Xue Jiajia was still full of fighting spirit.
However, the question Xue Jiajia asked most along the way was about her relationship with Fu Junheng. She only stopped asking when Mu Chengshuang gave her a cold look.
At noon, they arrived at the hunting grounds of Zijing Mountain.
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