"Jinyu, look over there. It seems Lin Chen is going to paint a portrait of Miss Chen. Is it true?"
Ji Shaoyue and Jun Xuan were just strolling around casually, and today they were just here to join in the fun. Who would have thought that they would run into Shen Yunxi, and even see that Shen Yunxi and Lin Chen seemed to have a good relationship.
Junxuan had a cold expression, with his left hand behind his back and his right hand on his abdomen. His appearance was exceptional, and his noble temperament drew attention from everyone.
Unfortunately, Shen Yunxi didn't look in that direction at all; her attention wasn't on this side.
“It’s just painting, nothing special,” Junxuan scoffed.
He didn't know how good Lin Chen's painting skills were; they were even worse than his. He really didn't know how Shen Yunxi could be so useless.
Ha, it's just drawing her portrait, and she's smiling so happily!
Ji Shaoyue nodded in agreement, "That's right, painting isn't that difficult. I bet if you, Jinyu, were to do it, you could definitely surpass that kid Lin Chen. But given your status, it's not like you would lower yourself to do this."
You've said everything, what am I supposed to say?
Junxuan looked at Ji Shaoyue with a complicated expression. For the first time, he felt that this person was really annoying. Even though they had grown up together, he still didn't understand his personality.
Wait, why does he feel this overwhelming bitterness in his heart?
Could it be that Shen Yunxi had been clinging to him all along, but now she had changed her attitude, making it hard for him to accept?
However, since Shen Yunxi is the Empress Dowager's person, keeping his distance from her should be the situation he wants to see. He shouldn't be so uncomfortable; he should be happy.
"No need for that. Let's go somewhere else. Don't forget why we're here today." Junxuan turned around after saying that, not looking at Shen Yunxi's situation. As long as he didn't look, he wouldn't have any other thoughts in his mind.
Ji Shaoyue immediately stepped forward and followed Jun Xuan. Of course, he would not forget the purpose of his visit today.
Besides admiring the lotus flowers at the Lotus Festival, the most important thing is to see which talented scholars have caught Junxuan's eye and who will then be given an important position.
Since Junxuan ascended the throne, there were not many of his own people in the court. Most of them were ministers from the previous emperor's time. These ministers were stubborn, arrogant, and sometimes even made Junxuan feel bad.
If it weren't for the need to solidify Chao Tong's position, Jun Xuan would have already removed them from their posts, saving them from making trouble for themselves.
He had originally hoped to find some good students during the imperial examinations, but the late emperor's death caused the examinations to be postponed for another year. Coincidentally, many talented people would come to the Lotus Viewing Festival to compose poems and couplets, and some would even engage in debates. So Junxuan decided to come and see for himself if there were any suitable candidates.
Moreover, the imperial examination system was inherently uncertain, as various methods were employed during the examinations. If a talented person were framed, it would be a loss for the imperial court.
After much thought, Junxuan felt that looking around might yield unexpected results.
After Junxuan turned and left, Shen Yunxi happened to look over here, and she looked at the familiar back with some confusion.
Strange, why does that figure look somewhat like Jun-hyun?
It's unlikely. He should be in the palace, not here.
"Yunxi, what's wrong? Did you see someone you know?" Lin Chen asked softly.
Shen Yunxi withdrew her gaze and shook her head slightly. "It's nothing. I just thought it was someone I knew, but it shouldn't be. The other person shouldn't be here. Let's paint first, and then we'll go see the new variety of lotus that Fourth Sister mentioned."
Lin Chen naturally wouldn't refuse. He glanced in the direction Shen Yunxi had just looked, his eyes darkening slightly.
If he wasn't mistaken, that person should be the Emperor.
Fortunately, Shen Yunxi didn't react much, which was a comfort to him. He believed that one day Shen Yunxi would completely forget her feelings for Jun Xuan.
Lin Chen painted very quickly, and finished the portraits of Shen Yunxi and Jiang Weiran in no time. But when it was Shen Siyi's turn, Lin Chen stopped.
The portraits of Shen Yunxi and Jiang Weiran were still on the table, waiting for the ink to dry before being put away.
It must be said that Lin Chen's painting skills are indeed excellent. He painted Shen Yunxi and Jiang Weiran very vividly, as if they were real people on paper.
Shen Siqi's eyes lit up; it was almost her turn!
"I'm sorry, Miss Seven, I wasn't paying attention just now and twisted my right wrist a bit. It hurts a little when I pick up the pen now. How about I draw for you next time?" Lin Chen said.
Shen Siqi's smile froze instantly. "Young Master Lin, what did you say?"
Lin Chen's expression was gentle, and his face was full of apology. "I'm very sorry. I will definitely come to apologize another day. My right hand is really sore today."
Upon hearing this, Shen Siqi's face turned extremely gloomy.
There were no problems when I was drawing for Shen Yunxi and Jiang Weiran, but when it was her turn, her right hand hurt. Does the Emperor think she's stupid?
"Is this how Young Master Lin bullies people? Or do you think I'm not worthy of your painting?" Shen Siqi's eyes were full of anger. She not only looked at Lin Chen with displeasure, but also glanced at Shen Yunxi beside her.
Why is it that Shen Yunxi can win Lin Chen's favor?
She still had another man in her heart, but Lin Chen didn't care at all and treated her so well. How could she be worthy of him!
Lin Chen looked at Shen Siqi with a calm gaze, "I have already made myself very clear. I hope Miss Seven will forgive me. Making a scene here would probably make Miss Seven lose face."
In Lin Chen's heart, painting for Shen Yunxi was a happy thing, and she would never refuse her, which is why she took the initiative to ask.
Jiang Weiran was just a small gesture, to ensure that Shen Yunxi wouldn't be the only one feeling uncomfortable.
As for Shen Siqi, she was completely out of Lin Chen's consideration. He was unwilling to paint for Shen Siqi because he was worried that she would use the painting for something else and cause him trouble.
Shen Siqi's eyes reddened with anger, and she could barely hold back her tears. She hadn't expected Lin Chen to show her no respect whatsoever and give her no chance at all.
"Lin Chen, you are so cruel!" Shen Siqi's tears flowed like a spring. She wiped them away haphazardly with a handkerchief, her gaze falling on Shen Yunxi. "Shameless bitch, you have one man in your heart and you make another man fall for you. You deserve to die!"
"Seventh Miss, watch your words!" Lin Chen's face darkened.
Jiang Weiran frowned. "Shen Siqi, you've really opened my eyes. Young Master Lin treats Yunxi like his own sister, so what's wrong with painting a picture? But you, even though her hand hurts, you still complain and yell at your own sister. Is this how your mother taught you?"
"Shut up! Jiang Weiran, what I say is none of your business, and what right do you have to interfere in the affairs of the Shen family!" Shen Siqi roared.
People around turned to look, seemingly surprised that a young lady from a wealthy family was making such a racket.
Shen Yunxi glanced at Lin Chen, feeling a little strange.
What did Chen Siqi mean by what she just said?
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