mtlumby2d Chapter 27 Falling into the water
Chapter 27 Falling into the water
"Meow~"
Just as Xu Jiaojiao picked up the basket, the cotton cloth covering it was pushed open, and a small, soft kitten peeked out, looking at the world outside the basket with its innocent and curious eyes.
Zhao Yunzheng was slightly taken aback.
Yingyi was also slightly taken aback.
This little kitten looks just like a raccoon dog!
Xu Jiaojiao carried the basket and slowly walked forward, step by step towards Zhao Yunzheng, until she stopped in front of him.
She held up the basket: "Sir, this is for you..."
Zhao Yunzheng choked, all his fierce aura dissipating, but he still kept his lips tightly pressed together: "You left without a word, just to buy me a cat?"
Xu Jiaojiao's tears fell in a blur. She turned her head away sadly, refusing to answer Zhao Yunzheng's questioning in a huff.
Prince Chen actually questioned her feelings for him?
She must be angry!
If you don't act a little temperamental at a time like this, wouldn't that be too fake?
Lianye, who was standing nearby, knelt down at the right moment: "Your Highness, please understand. My master did not intend to leave quietly. However, he saw someone holding a kitten that looked a lot like a raccoon dog from afar. He was so eager to buy it for Your Highness that he forgot to report and left."
Looking at the kitten in the basket, Zhao Yunzheng's fingertips twitched slightly, as if he wanted to pat the kitten's head.
However, being a member of the royal family, Zhao Yunzheng was naturally suspicious and wanted to clarify many things: "Liubao Lane and Taiping Street are not close to each other. If you were buying a cat, how did you end up buying it here?"
Lianye continued, "The cat seller said he has many newborn kittens at home. If you don't like the one he's holding, you can go home with him and choose another one."
"So you went with someone else?" Zhao Yunzheng found it both infuriating and amusing. "Aren't you afraid that the other person is a bad guy who might kidnap you and sell you?"
Xu Jiaojiao retorted softly, "Under the emperor's nose, who would dare to be so arrogant..."
Zhao Yunzheng was so angry he actually laughed.
That woman is really something!
He'd never seen such a stupid woman!
He suddenly understood why Xu Jiaojiao gave this man so much money.
It seems this man saw how much Xu Jiaojiao loved cats, so he made an exorbitant demand.
Fortunately, this man was only after money. His daughter was so beautiful; if he had any bad intentions, she would be in big trouble.
He sighed helplessly, took the kitten out of the basket, held it in his arms, and gently stroked the kitten's head.
The little raccoon cat, fearing the menacing aura emanating from Zhao Yunzheng, bristled with its soft fur, bared its small, sharp teeth, and hissed.
He couldn't help but think of what the cat looked like when it was a child.
Although the raccoon dog was mischievous, it seemed to be a bit more docile than the one in my hand.
He couldn't help but chuckle, "This little guy has quite a fiery temper."
Xu Jiaojiao pouted: "Does Your Highness like it?"
A warm feeling welled up in Zhao Yunzheng's heart.
He felt guilty and reached out to hug Xu Jiaojiao, but she gently pushed him away and walked away, not letting him touch her at all.
Watching Xu Jiaojiao's huffy back, Zhao Yunzheng chuckled and followed her, carrying the cat.
The accompanying guards released the young man.
The man cried out urgently, "Money! My money!"
Upon hearing the man's voice, a hint of ambiguity flashed in Zhao Yunzheng's eyes.
He gave Yingyi a look.
The latter nodded slightly, took the money bag, turned and walked towards the man: "Do you have many cats?"
The man, somewhat intimidated by Yingyi, nodded hastily, "Yes, yes!"
Yingyi stuffed the money bag into the man's hand: "My master has always loved cats. Why don't you take me to your house to have a look? If your cats are of good quality, my master will take them all."
The man was flattered: "My home is right here! Please come with me..."
……
When Xu Jiaojiao and Zhao Yunzheng returned to the shore of Taiping Lake, the dragon boat race had just begun.
Cheers and shouts mingled together.
The entire Taiping Lake was bustling with activity, and everyone's face was beaming with joy.
Apart from the pavilion where Xu Jiaojiao was.
When the women saw Prince Chen return with Xu Jiaojiao, holding a kitten in his arms, their faces full of doting affection, they all turned green with envy.
That Xu Jiaojiao is really something!
Everyone's just shopping, so why does she manage to make a splash?
Zhao Yunzheng sat down in the main seat and beckoned to Xu Jiaojiao: "Come here."
Xu Jiaojiao turned her head away and found a corner to sit down, keeping a distance from Zhao Yunzheng.
The latter was helpless and had no way to deal with her for the time being. He could only sigh and say to the eunuch beside him, "Send these pastries to Jiaojiao."
She's been busy for so long trying to buy this kitten, she must be hungry.
The others observed this with varying expressions.
Bai Yiru thought to herself: This Xu Jiaojiao actually dared to give the prince a hard time in public, and the prince isn't angry? That's really strange! What kind of bewitching trick did Xu Jiaojiao use on the prince to make him so bewitched?
Zhou Yingyue was also secretly surprised: she thought that Xu Jiaojiao had been missing for so long, so something must have happened, but now it seems that it's not that simple.
The other concubines also speculated endlessly.
The princess sat upright in her seat, her hands, hidden in her sleeves, tightened slightly. Though her face remained calm, her heart was in turmoil.
Heaven rewards those who persevere; she finally found a woman who could rival the Su family!
On the lake, the first group of dragon boat races has ended, and the second group of racers has begun preparations.
At this moment, Shadow One also returned.
He nodded silently to Zhao Yunzheng, whose gaze softened and he couldn't help but look at Xu Jiaojiao, who was still sulking, with a hint of doting in his eyes.
Before long, the second group began. Seeing the Crimson Cloud Army's flamboyant red battle uniforms, Ying Yi stepped forward: "Master, the Crimson Cloud Army is boarding the dragon boat."
The Crimson Cloud Army is Zhao Yunzheng's army, and Zhao Yunzheng is naturally confident that the Crimson Cloud Army can take first place.
The wives and concubines standing nearby naturally wouldn't miss such an opportunity to show off, and they all started to flatter him.
Bai Yiru smiled gently: "The Crimson Cloud Army is awe-inspiring, and no other family can match it."
Zhou Yingyue retorted, "Who in the world doesn't know how brave the Crimson Cloud Army is? I'm afraid all the other factions have already admitted defeat."
Cao Lingyun chuckled twice, stuffed a piece of pastry into her mouth, and mumbled, "The Crimson Cloud Army will definitely win!"
The other concubines also offered a few words of flattery.
Zhao Yunzheng remained calm, showing little reaction to the situation.
Xu Jiaojiao didn't say anything, could it be that she's still angry with him?
He couldn't help but look over, only to see Xu Jiaojiao, who had been sitting, standing by the pavilion, looking at the Chiyun Army with anticipation and pride in her eyes.
Because the Red Cloud Army was his army, Xu Jiaojiao was proud of him.
Xu Jiaojiao really loves him!
Zhao Yunzheng was shaken and instantly completed his self-strategy.
Accompanied by the sound of drums, the dragon boats began their journey towards the finish line.
Amidst the cheers and shouts, a discordant voice suddenly rang out.
"what……"
"master!!"
"Help! Concubine Xu has fallen into the water!!"