The singing and dancing were stopped, and each dragon boat team rowed over for final practice.
Princess Changning didn't mind the heat at all and ran outside to supervise the situation personally.
The two princesses were also at odds with each other, and the three girls were busy fighting over each other.
Xu Yin did not follow him out and continued to drink tea with Yu Manqing.
A row of waiters came over, each holding a wooden box with a dragon boat team written on it.
They went to the main shed and knelt before the emperor. The emperor smiled and threw a silk flower into one of the wooden boxes.
If nothing unexpected happens, it should be the dragon boat team with the name of Princess Changning in Prince Duan's Mansion.
The others then followed suit, half betting in line with the emperor, and the other half betting in other boxes.
After leaving the main shed, the servants went to other colorful sheds.
When they got here, Xu Yin naturally voted for Princess Changning. Yu Manqing thought for a moment, but voted for another dragon boat team composed of the Forbidden Army.
Xu Yin smiled slightly. As expected, the future crown princess acted impeccably. If she voted for Princess Changning, she would not make a mistake, but she would always be suspected of flattery, which was inconsistent with the character she had shown in the past. Voting for the Forbidden Army is equivalent to supporting her father, and the Forbidden Army
Being the emperor's imperial army also means supporting the emperor.
After the waiters left, Xu Yin said with a smile: "Miss Yu is really thoughtful, why didn't I think of that?"
Yu Manqing said calmly: "As a child, you should naturally put your parents first, and there is nothing you shouldn't think about."
Oh, you are saying that her thoughts are impure, right? Xu Yin smiled slightly, it's okay, she just had impure thoughts today.
She sighed and said in a sad tone: "Speaking of which, I really envy Miss Yu. She was born with both parents and is cherished by her family in every possible way. It is extremely valuable to decide on her future early. Unlike me, my mother died early and my father was busy with official duties.
, I grew up in such a muddle-headed way. My family is not of a good family, but I am not the eldest daughter. Last year, the King of Dongjiang wanted to propose a marriage, so I went with my sister specially, but unfortunately I still had no whereabouts. Fortunately, His Majesty showed his love and summoned me to come to Beijing, and then I got to know her.
A princess is like a noble person. I don’t think too much about it, as long as I have a place to stay in the future.”
Did he realize that he had no objection to the prince Na Liangdi, so he wanted to surrender? Yu Manqing held the tea cup and said "um" in a neutral tone, but there was no response.
Xu Yin glanced at her, picked up the teapot with a hint of attentiveness, and said: "Miss Yu, your cup of tea is too cold, I'm afraid it's already astringent, why don't I make a new pot?"
Then she skillfully poured water, made tea, washed cups...
Yu Manqing watched with cold eyes, and couldn't help but feel a hint of contempt in her heart. When she first learned that the emperor preferred Miss Xu San to be the crown prince Liangdi, she was actually very nervous.
The Xu family has such a great reputation, and seeing her beauty with her own eyes, plus her achievements in assassinating Wu Zijing, she is really talented and has no shortage of force. With such a Liangdi beside the prince, she, the princess, still has a standing.
The place? Later, things were mixed up, and she breathed a sigh of relief.
Now listening to Xu Yin's various flattery and expressions of loyalty, Yu Manqing suddenly felt that her previous worries were funny. Although Miss Xu San was beautiful and capable, her vision may not be up to par.
For Yu Manqing, becoming the crown princess is the best choice. Because her father controls the imperial army, the capital is the Yu family's sphere of influence. Only by becoming the crown princess can she pave the way for her father better.
But what about this Miss Xu San? Even if she becomes the crown prince Liangdi, what's the use? She can neither help her father expand his power nor obtain the title of concubine.
If it were her, she would definitely choose Yan Er between the crown prince and Yan Er. Although Yan Er is not the crown prince, his military exploits are better than those of his elder brother. As long as he has the support of the emperor, he has a high chance of inheriting the Yan family.
Even though he can't inherit the title, he can still hold military power and can fully support his mother's family.
The most important thing is that Yan Er is handsome and capable. For a woman, wouldn't such a husband be much better than an embroidered pillow?
When Yu Manqing thought of this, her heart trembled for a while, and she couldn't help but recall Prince Duan just now... It wasn't until Xu Yin put the tea cup in front of her that she came back to her senses.
"Miss Yu, how are you?" Xu Yin asked with a smile.
Yu Manqing nodded with a faint smile: "Miss Xu San is good at her craftsmanship."
Xu Yin breathed a sigh of relief and handed her another snack, mumbling: "When word spread about Yongcheng, others thought I was a dominatrix, but how could this be the case? I have practiced riding and shooting, but
Who is Wu Zijing! He is such a fierce general. I can't assassinate him with my little ability. The real ones are the guards I brought in. I am a little restless, but I can do everything that a boudoir lady should do.
Yes, after all, when I go to my mother-in-law’s house in the future, I have to serve the Lord... mother-in-law, right?"
Yu Manqing accepted her hospitality calmly and said perfunctorily: "Miss Xu San is attentive and knows tea art. How can she be a dominatrix?"
"That's right." Xu Yin narrowed his eyes with a smile and changed her tea again.
Yu Manqing drank three cups in a row and frowned. Women would eat and drink as little as possible when going out because it was inconvenient to go to the toilet. So when Xu Yin handed over the fourth cup, she couldn't help but push it over.
"That's enough, no need to..."
"Oops!" The cup was touched by her. Xu Yin's hand shook and he couldn't hold it steady. He fell down and the whole bowl of tea spilled on himself.
"It's so hot!" Xu Yin jumped up and quickly threw away the cup of tea. Unfortunately, his palms were still burned red.
She raised her head and glared at Yu Manqing: "Did you do it on purpose?"
Yu Manqing didn't react
Xu Yin tried hard to force out tears. Although the effect was not very good, her eyes finally turned red. She said with a tearful tone: "You don't like it if you don't like it. Why did you deliberately pour my hot tea?"
Yu Manqing was stunned.
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This colorful shed was originally for Princess Changning to rest, and it was right next to the main shed. The movement of the two people attracted the attention of the main shed, and the emperor asked: "What happened over there?"
Concubine Xian immediately said: "I will send someone to ask you now."
The eldest palace maid left in response, and came back soon, reporting: "The Lord of Yongjia County made tea for Miss Yu, but Miss Yu accidentally pushed it, and the hot tea poured on the Lord. Don't worry, I have ordered someone to serve you."
I'm going to change clothes with the county gentleman."
Concubine Xian asked with concern: "Is anyone hurt?"
The palace maid replied: "Back to your Majesty, the Lord's hands are a little red, but it's not serious."
Concubine Xian nodded. She had been in the palace for many years, but she always felt that something was wrong. Who would drink hot tea in the summer? Even if she was pushed, how could she fall on someone? The two of them were still separated by a table!
When she thought about it again, Miss Xu San almost became the Crown Prince Liangdi... Something seemed wrong in her eyes, and she glanced at the emperor uneasily.
The emperor received her look, his face darkened, and said: "It's deserted over there, please Miss Yu, please come and sit down!"