latelenovela Chapter 152 The Skinny Horse's Second Daughter 24
Chapter 152 The Skinny Horse's Second Daughter 24
The whip was so harsh that it even caused blood to flow.
Princess Cheng was originally very fond of Fang Changmian.
Normally, if Fang Changmian got a little scratched, she would be heartbroken, let alone if it was bleeding.
Princess Cheng was so distressed that her eyes were filled with tears. "Someone, go and get the imperial physician to come to me. We must not let the prince be left with a scar."
Watching Princess Cheng hurriedly taking Fang Changmian away.
At this time, Zhou Jingyi's legs were weak and she hadn't come to her senses yet.
He actually hurt Fang Changmian, who was the prince of King Cheng.
I remembered the look in Princess Cheng’s eyes when she left just now.
She had a vague feeling of uneasiness in her heart.
But before Zhou Jingyi could think of a solution carefully.
Feng Qingzi broke the silence with Xianxian.
Feng Qingzi hurriedly stepped forward and grabbed Zhou Jingyi and asked, "What did you do just now? Why did I see Princess Cheng and the prince leave in a hurry?"
Zhou Jingyi knew that she couldn't say anything.
If I say that I hurt Fang Changmian's face and made it bleed, Feng Qingzi will definitely send me back to the general's mansion.
The most urgent task is to find a way to resolve your predicament.
I am already at the Spring Flower Banquet, if I can get a reward from the Queen.
I don't need to worry so much, and naturally Princess Cheng won't dare to pursue the matter.
Zhou Jingyi was seen trying hard to stay awake and forcing a relaxed expression.
"Mother is overthinking. Prince Cheng just accidentally hurt his face."
"I didn't dare to leave for the moment, so I could only stay here to watch over him. Princess Cheng happened to come, and out of concern, she took Prince Cheng away with her."
Feng Qingzi didn't completely believe what Zhou Jingyi said. She just stared at Zhou Jingyi with some suspicion.
But I realized that I really couldn't ask anything.
She raised her eyebrows slightly and said to Zhou Jingyi, "As long as you don't get into trouble, it's fine. Today is the Spring Flower Banquet, and there are countless noble ladies and masters in the palace."
"Please don't lose face at the Spring Flower Banquet and bring shame to our General's Mansion. You may be arrogant and domineering on weekdays, but I hope you can use your brains in such an important occasion."
If you really offend someone you shouldn't offend.
Even if Zhou Song hit his head, he would not be able to save Zhou Jingyi.
This reminder made Zhou Jingyi's forehead break out in sweat.
I saw her hands trembling slightly.
Azhi, who was standing by, noticed Zhou Jingyi's guilty conscience.
When I left just now, Fang Changmian had no injuries on his face.
It only takes a short while.
He and Feng Qingzi came together, and Fang Changmian had an injury on his face.
Azhi rolled his eyes and narrowed them slightly. This matter might be related to Zhou Jingyi.
If it was really Zhou Jingyi who hurt Fang Changmian, then she would be in big trouble.
Others only know that Princess Cheng is of noble birth and is usually a very easy-going person.
But no one knows that Princess Cheng is very protective of her child.
Fang Changmian is the lifeblood of Princess Cheng.
"Don't worry, mother."
"Ah."
Feng Qingzi didn't worry too much.
"Alright, hurry up and get ready. The banquet is about to start, and we can't let anything go wrong."
"Yes."
The mother, daughter and two daughters returned to the banquet.
I saw that the seat of Princess Cheng was empty, and the seat of Prince Cheng not far away was also empty.
This Spring Flower Banquet was hosted by the Queen.
Men and women sat at the same table, and the invited civil and military officials brought their children to the banquet, each with their own fixed seats.
"Your Majesty has arrived, the Empress has arrived, the Consort Shu has arrived, and the Third Princess has arrived."
As the announcement was made, the banquet fell silent and everyone knelt down to pay their respects.
The current emperor is Emperor Wen, and he looks majestic in his bright yellow dragon robe.
The queen was dressed in a phoenix robe, looking elegant and graceful, and she was accompanied by Concubine Shu.
This queen was born very dignified and gentle, and her appearance tended to indicate a life of peace and tranquility.
There was a faint smile on the corner of her lips, and she had a majestic aura as she looked around.
"Your Majesty, your Majesty, your Majesty the Queen, your Majesty the Consort, and your Majesty the Third Princess."
Concubine Shu has a beautiful face and delicate features.
The current emperor is extremely fond of Concubine Shu.
The concubines in the palace always follow the lead of the empress.
Since the Spring Flower Banquet was organized by the Queen, it was natural that Concubine Shu would go along.
The third princess was pretty and charming in a pink dress, with the shadow of the queen in her eyes and eyebrows, and was looking at everything around her curiously.
Other concubines from the palace have already taken their seats.
Emperor Wen took his seat, nodded with satisfaction and said, "Stand up."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Now that everyone was gathered, the Queen softly proposed to Emperor Wen.
"Your Majesty, today is the Spring Flower Banquet, the purpose is to appreciate the blooming of flowers. Why don't you let the talented ladies in the capital show their talents?"
"can."
Emperor Wen seemed to be in a low mood, but he still gave face to the empress.
At the beginning of the banquet, the noble ladies began to show off their talents, writing poems and songs praising music, chess, calligraphy and painting. It was really a blooming of hundreds of flowers with a wide range of talents.
Feng Qingzi never thought of letting Zhou Jingyi and Azhi steal the limelight.
But I didn’t expect the queen to mention names.
"Is General Zhou's daughter here today?"
This made Zhou Jingyi overjoyed. She thought she had no chance to show her abilities, but she didn't expect the Queen to take the initiative to call her name.
Feng Qingzi had no choice but to take her two daughters forward to pay their respects.
"This humble servant and my two daughters have come to see Your Majesty and the Queen."
"Your Majesty, your Majesty, and your Majesty the Queen."
When Emperor Wen heard that it was Feng Qingzi, he looked up at the mother and daughter.
He had some impression of Feng Qingzi and was the one who arranged this marriage.
It was to make the Feng and Zhou families reconcile, and also to integrate his own forces into the imperial city of Kyoto.
Naturally, we have to pay special attention to Feng Qingzi.
But I didn’t expect Feng Qingzi to have two daughters.
Zhou Jingyi's reputation as a good girl from a military family is well-known, and she is a straightforward girl.
"Get up. The general's wife actually has two daughters? I have heard about the eldest daughter's deeds, but why haven't I heard about this other daughter?"
Feng Qingzi explained to the queen, "Your Majesty, my second daughter's name is Zhou An Ning."
"She was in poor health before and stayed in my husband's hometown. She has recovered in recent years, so I and my husband took her back."
No one else knew that the second daughter was missing.
Feng Qingzi and Zhou Song did not leak the information at the beginning, for fear that someone with ulterior motives would find out and hurt the child.
Naturally, he had no idea that the second daughter had fallen into Changsi Pavilion and had been trained to be a Yangzhou skinny horse for more than ten years.
This is all to protect the child's reputation.
The queen nodded in a gentle voice.
"The general and his wife are really well-intentioned. Look at how well the two generals' daughters are being taken care of."
But the queen's gaze froze when she fell on Zhou Jingyi.
The other person was wearing a very conspicuous red.
Whether it is a head full of pearl hairpins or pearl makeup, it adds luxury to the beauty.
On the other hand, Ah Zhi, who was standing aside, was wearing a sky-blue dress, which was well-dressed, simple and elegant, and not conspicuous. She lowered her eyes slightly and stood upright.
You can tell who is better at a glance.
The Spring Flower Banquet is for flower viewing.
But the actual purpose was to find a study companion for the third princess.
It is also for the princes to keep an eye out for their queens.
This guy wants to steal the limelight from the host.
But the Queen showed no sign of it.
"Yes, I like you two ladies very much. I wonder if you two ladies have any talents."
Before Feng Qingzi could speak.
Zhou Jingyi on the side took the lead.
"Your Highness, I am from a military family and grew up by my grandmother's side. I can perform sword dance for you, Your Highness."
Her eyes are bright and she is very confident, like a proud little peacock.
Just as the rumors say, he says what he thinks and is straightforward and cute.
"Yes, I am willing to take a look."
Feng Qingzi was obviously angry, but she still suppressed her anger and retreated with Azhi.
Just as Zhou Jingyi was about to change clothes and practice sword dancing, Feng Qingzi grabbed her wrist.
"Zhou Jingyi, where do you put the reputation of the General's Mansion?"
"Do you know that among the women who went up to show off their talents today, there is not a single high-ranking official or noblewoman? They are reserved and proud. Why are you rushing up to show off?"
Zhou Jingyi usually thinks highly of herself and believes that delicate and weak women are not worthy of being in public.
But she had to perform for the Queen in public, regardless of her dignity, and her usual self-righteousness seemed like a joke.
Zhou Jingyi pulled her wrist back with force.
"You're rushing to do it? It's all for yourself. You only want to make plans for Zhou An Ning. You even let me marry the prince of Cheng Wang. What's your intention?"
"If I don't seek a path to success for myself, I will probably be suppressed by Zhou An Ning for the rest of my life. I won't accept this."
Now she spoke her mind.
All this fuss is just for a successful career.
He also blamed himself and Zhou Song for choosing a bad marriage.
Feng Qingzi was so angry that she was shaking all over, but Zhou Song had left the table at some point and walked up to her, holding her hand with a concerned look on his face.
"Ma'am, forget it. Don't let yourself get hurt by being angry."
After comforting the angry Feng Qingzi, he turned to look at Zhou Jingyi who had a stubborn face.
"Since you have chosen this path, you should not regret it. Whether you succeed or not, we will not be of any help to you."
"Father, if I succeed, won't it bring honor to our family?"
Zhou Jingyi was very confused.
I'm doing this for the entire general's mansion.
If I become the Crown Princess, I can become the Queen in the future.
The entire Zhou family wants to rise with him, so why is Zhou Song unwilling to support it and Feng Qingzi trying to stop it in every possible way?
"Eldest sister, there is a saying that a tall tree attracts the wind. Now that the General's Mansion is at its peak, we must not get involved in the royal family's struggles. You should be more sober."
In response to Azhi's kind reminder, Zhou Jingyi snorted with contempt.
"Huh, you're just jealous of me."
"Father, Mother, since you are unwilling to help me, if I succeed in the future, please don't come to me for help."
Unexpectedly, Zhou Jingyi still refused to change her mind.
Feng Qingzi pulled Zhou Song and shook her head.
"Forget it, take care of yourself."
The couple were extremely disappointed with their daughter Zhou Jingyi.
At the banquet, Feng Qingzi changed into a red riding uniform, holding a sword with a heroic look on her face, and began to dance with the sword to the sound of drums.
She is indeed quite good at what she does, her beauty is overwhelming with her softness yet strength.
Many people have become obsessed with it.
Finally, Zhou Jingyi finished her sword dance and stood up to salute Emperor Wen and the Empress.
She couldn't help but look at the prince's seat and saw some admiration in the prince's eyes.
Just when she was feeling proud.
Princess Cheng rushed forward angrily.
"Snapped."
The slapping sound was very crisp and loud.
"Bitch, you have damaged my son's face, yet you still have the nerve to flatter His Majesty and the Queen. I wish I could peel off your skin."
Zhou Jingyi covered her face in shock.
Emperor Wen and the Empress stood up.
There are already a lot of people at the banquet, and it would be really ugly if there was a commotion.
The Queen winked at Concubine Shu.
The concubine just nodded slightly and looked at the two of them.
"This Miss Zhou's swordplay is indeed gentle yet strong, but she looks a little tired. Someone, take Miss Zhou downstairs to change clothes."
"And Princess Cheng, I have something personal to talk to you about. Why don't you go enjoy the flowers with me?"
Princess Cheng, who has such a bad temper, wanted to say something else.
But as soon as he looked up, he saw the warning in Concubine Shu's eyes.
Concubine Shu is the elder sister of Princess Cheng.
Princess Cheng usually listens to Concubine Shu.
She could only nod reluctantly.
"Yes, I understand."
The farce was apparently over.
But the next second the queen's eyes fell on Azhi.
"The eldest daughter of the Zhou family can dance with a sword. I wonder if the second daughter can help to liven up the Spring Flower Banquet for me?"
The queen was still angry.
Feng Qingzi had a worried look on her face.
But Azhi smiled soothingly, then stood up straight and smiled appropriately.
"Reporting to the Queen, I know how to play the guzheng, but I have not brought any musical instrument into the palace."
"Konghou?"
The third princess rarely showed a look of surprise.
She stared at Ah Zhi and asked, "You can actually play the konghou?"
Everyone knows that the third princess is favored, but no one knows that she likes music.
It has reached the point of obsession.
In the memory, the original body attended the Spring Flower Banquet. Halfway through, she hugged Fang Changmian, which caused a bad farce. She was hurriedly sent back to the General's Mansion and was confined. Not long after, she married Fang Changmian instead of Zhou Jingyi.
Later, Zhou Jingyi returned home and complained that she had worked so hard to practice sword dancing, but she didn't expect that the third princess had no vision and chose a woman who was good at playing the guzheng.
Just now, Azhi had been observing the third princess and found that she didn't care much about Zhou Jingyi's sword dance.
But he only perked up a bit when faced with the music.
It seems that the third princess likes music.
The original body is not good at music, but Azhi is omnipotent.
She nodded towards the third princess.
"I am the best at playing the konghou."
The third princess looked at Emperor Wen expectantly.
"Father, the konghou is a rare musical instrument. Ordinary people cannot learn it at all."
"Isn't there a guzheng in my father's storehouse called Yuehua, a treasure passed down from generation to generation?
"Why don't you ask Eunuch Wang to find it so that my daughter can enjoy it."
Because the third princess has been obsessed with music since she was a child, although she is cute and lovely, she is actually quite quiet and rarely acts coquettishly towards Emperor Wen.
This was a rare occasion when the third princess acted like a spoiled brat.
Emperor Wen doted on the third princess and treated her like the apple of his eye.
He said helplessly to the Third Princess, "You have really been thinking about all my treasures."
"You took my guzheng away a few days ago, and now you're still thinking about my Yuehua. How abominable."
Very few people learn to play this konghou.
There was no one in the entire palace who could play it.
The Yuehua Konghou was then treasured by Emperor Wen.
Even the third princess, who loved music, was unable to learn to play the konghou. She only had a superficial understanding and was completely unable to control the Yuehua konghou.
"Wang An, go and bring Yuehua here."
"Yes."