The hunt is over.
Feng Xilan once again emerged victorious.
Feng Xilan received praise from the emperor.
However, many people remained skeptical about this outcome.
In previous years, it wouldn't have been surprising if Feng Xilan had won first place, but today, not only did the Prince of Xiaoyao participate, but General Chen also joined the hunting competition. The fact that Crown Prince Xilan won first place so easily inevitably makes people suspect that the other two intentionally hid their strength.
However, since Prince Xilan has already secured first place, their speculations are pointless.
The group set off back to the city at noon the following day.
Mu Chenshuang and Shen Nanzhi rode side by side.
To others, the two were a perfect match, a handsome man and a beautiful woman.
However, Princess Weiyang came with Crown Prince Junheng, and today they are returning home. Crown Prince Junheng returned to the city early.
This inevitably leads people to speculate about the relationship between the three.
Feng Ji rode behind the two on horseback. Looking at them, he couldn't help but sigh in his heart: What a perfect match!
He really didn't expect Jun Heng to have feelings for Mu Chenshuang. Judging from the current situation, Jun Heng's year is probably going to be tough.
After returning to the city.
Red lanterns are already hanging on both sides of the street, and the atmosphere of the Spring Festival is overwhelming. In three days, it will be New Year's Eve.
Shen Nanzhi escorted Mu Chenshuang back to her residence. "Get some rest. I'll be quite busy these next two days. I'll come see you again after I'm done."
Mu Chenshuang hummed in agreement and turned to walk towards the door.
Shen Nanzhi stood there, unwilling to leave even after Mu Chenshuang's figure disappeared.
He stood there for a while before turning his gaze away, mounting his horse, and leaving.
Inside the palace.
When Consort Ling learned of Feng Hao's injury, she rushed to his palace in a panic and inquired about his condition. Feng Guche comforted Consort Ling and praised Feng Hao for his progress. He also bestowed some gifts upon Consort Ling and Feng Hao as a way of appeasing them.
Although Consort Ling was dissatisfied with the Emperor's lenient punishment of Mu Chenshuang, she could not say anything and could only appear magnanimous.
After giving a few instructions, Feng Guche did not linger any longer.
After seeing Feng Guche off, Consort Ling returned to the palace and asked Feng Hao, "Hao'er, is anything wrong?"
Feng Hao shook his head weakly and comforted her, "Your Majesty, I'm fine. You don't need to worry." As soon as he finished speaking, he raised his hand to cover his mouth and coughed a few times.
Consort Ling hurriedly asked someone to pour her a glass of water.
"You said you were fine, but you've caught a cold. How exactly did Princess Weiyang hurt you?" Consort Ling pressed.
Feng Hao replied, "Your subject does not know either. At the time, your subject was chasing a wild wolf when Princess Weiyang suddenly attacked. Your subject's martial arts skills are not good enough, and you were not paying attention for a moment."
Upon hearing Feng Hao's words, Consort Ling's expression immediately turned fierce. "Who knows whether Mu Chenshuang intentionally attacked you?"
Feng Hao looked puzzled and asked, "Your subject has no grudge against Princess Weiyang, so Princess Weiyang should have no reason to attack your subject."
Lingfei's eyes darkened, she composed herself, and without offering any further explanation, she placed her hands on his shoulders and comforted him, "Alright, you should rest now."
In Consort Ling's view, Feng Hao still doesn't know his true identity. He is just a filial and sensible child who is unaware of the treacherous ways of the palace and has a simple mind.
Consort Ling preferred that things continue peacefully as they were.
Thinking of Mu Chenshuang's warning outside Cining Palace that day, she considered stopping targeting her.
But today, Feng Hao was injured because of her.
Feng Hao grabbed Lingfei's hand and pressed, "Does Mother have some kind of grudge against Princess Weiyang?"
Consort Ling's face darkened. Seeing Feng Hao's piercing gaze, she knew she couldn't hide it any longer. She looked away and said, "There are some past grievances."
Feng Hao was immediately shocked. "Could it be that Princess Weiyang injured me to take revenge on my mother?"
Consort Ling clenched her fists slightly, turned to look at him, and said, "Your father is not pursuing this matter, so don't ask any more questions."
Feng Hao lowered his eyes. "Princess Weiyang has made great contributions, as well as Marquis Mu. Now that General Chen has returned to the capital, Father Emperor will probably have to give her some leeway. It is indeed not something we can pursue. In the future, I will be careful to avoid Princess Weiyang and will not make things difficult for Mother."
Feng Hao's words made Consort Ling feel guilty; Mu Chenshuang was truly going too far.
Consort Ling reached out and stroked Feng Hao's cheek, saying with heartache, "Just because we don't bully others doesn't mean we're easy to bully. Don't worry, your mother won't let you suffer in vain."
Consort Ling instructed her to take good care of Feng Hao, and then got up and left.
As Feng Hao watched Ling Fei's departing figure, the gentle light in his eyes instantly turned gloomy.
Inside the Marquis's residence.
After having dinner and taking a bath, Mu Chenshuang went to bed early. She hadn't rested well these past two days, so she quickly fell asleep.
She slept peacefully, but some people were very upset.
late at night.
Mu Chenshuang vaguely sensed someone beside her and suddenly woke up with a start, "Who..."
She was just about to sit up, and before she could even see the person in front of her clearly, a burning kiss came crashing down on her like a monstrous wave trying to engulf her. The intense and powerful breath stimulated her brain, and her hands were instantly imprisoned above her head. The man's strong strength made it impossible for her to break free.
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