Volume 2: The Phoenix Descends Upon the World, the Swan Goose is Shocked 031 Fallen Flowers Have a Reason

  Hou stood beside the inner attendant, carefully unfolding the painting and displaying it before everyone's eyes.

  The pear blossoms are white, the lotus pond is crystal clear, the lotus leaves stretch to the sky in endless green, but cannot hide the beauty of that one figure standing alone and aloof from the world. The person in the painting has flowing sleeves, lowered eyelids, and is playing the zither with a transcendent and ethereal air.

  Apart from Gu Shi Lan Mingxuan, who else in this world has such a natural and effortless immortal aura?

  "Leaning against the building listening to the wind and rain, indifferently watching the rivers and lakes road."

  A few lively characters, written casually on a painting scroll, evoke a sense of longing in one's heart.

  "Isn't the person in the painting the National Master? Oh my, the War King's consort has a big nerve!"

  The same thought arose in everyone's mind at the same time.

  Yun Qianye's face turned as black as the bottom of a pot in an instant when he saw the painting. The blue veins on his forehead bulged out, and the cold air around him grew thicker. He could now confirm that Ruan Qincheng had been to Silver Moon Lotus Lake and even met that national teacher who was comparable to Asura!

  "Damn woman, daring to paint another man! Even more damn, and that man was painted with a divine charm!"

  "Squeak—squeak—"

  Xiao Lianrong Bao crawled out of Ruan Qincheng's arms, looking excitedly at the painting scroll and waving her paws. She actually saw her master run into the painting! The divine charm was exactly the same as her master's!

  "This girl——"

  Lan Mingxuan obviously didn't expect her to draw herself, the corner of his mouth slightly raised, a smile that was shallow but could capture the curved arc. He hadn't realized that after meeting her, he had smiled more times than the total number of times he had smiled before!

  "The painting of the War King's wife is nothing more than this!"

  Mei Fei raised an eyebrow and said with a proud tone, obviously having more confidence in her own gorgeous peony painting.

  Just then, a gust of wind blew by, and the pear blossoms, which had been like flower buds, suddenly unfolded. Thousands of pear trees burst into bloom, dazzling countless eyes in an instant. The white pear blossoms, green willows, and layered lotus leaves set off the figure of the banished immortal in a water-blue gown, creating a strong visual shock.

  Two butterflies fluttered in and landed on the petals of the pear flower in the painting, hovering above, reluctant to leave.

  At this scene, everyone's mouth was wide open. Even the self-satisfied Mei Fei showed an unbelievable expression.

  "Too awesome! It's simply a stroke of genius!"

  The university scholars couldn't help but burst into applause, their eyes filled with an even deeper admiration.

  "Indeed, the War King's Consort is a stunning beauty!"

  "Exceptionally talented and exceptionally beautiful!"

  “……”

  Like a tidal wave of applause, it instantly drowned out the original jeers.

  The princess's face changed several times, but in the end she lowered her proud head and said with a bite of her red lips: "The war king's painting skills are superb, I admit defeat!"

  "Alright! Alright!"

  Ruan Qincen smiled slightly, her expression calm and composed, as gentle as the wind. The confident aura around her gave people a very comfortable feeling, without being dazzling or overwhelming.

  "Hey girl, give me this painting!"

  Guo Shi Lan Ming Xuan's lips curled up with a smile full of indulgence, he had always been by her side, so naturally he knew why her paintings attracted butterflies. Originally, he was still curious, what did this little girl want to do with some butterfly-attracting powder? She really was a clever and resourceful person!

  But honestly, he's really in a great mood right now! He's never felt this good before!

  "Alright!"

  Ruan Qinchun did not hesitate and ordered his servants to mount the painting properly before sending someone to deliver it to Guoshi's residence.

  Zhen Fei saw Mei Fei concede, and involuntarily sweated a few beads on her forehead, casting a threatening gaze at Meng Xiao Ran, who possessed the most power.

  "Xiao Ran, little sister, don't let big sister down!"

  Her delicate face bears a hint of sorrow, her almond eyes seem to hold a layer of tears. Fifteen years old and already showing signs of maturity. A cloud-shaped hairpin with a green jade ornament is inserted at an angle, elegant yet not showy, dignified and refined, truly the demeanor of a noble lady. What a gentle, virtuous, beautiful and stately young woman.

  A slender and elegant figure, with every step exuding a soft and gentle beauty. A white dress of simple yet refined elegance, adorned with a crystal-clear jade necklace around her neck.

  She walked step by step towards Ruan Qincheng, that pitiful little figure, like a delicate lily, made all the women present feel sorry for her and want to go up and support her, let alone the men in the room!

  One by one, they stared with wide eyes, thinking in their hearts to go and support her swaying delicate body. Unfortunately, she was the Cloud Emperor's consort, so as a subject, he could only think about it in his heart, then let out a sigh of endless regret that they did not meet before she got married.

  "A young girl's dream is ethereal, having met the venerable National Master!"

  The soft and gentle voice was like a melodious song, the almond-shaped eyes were shyly raised, gazing at Guo Shi Lan Ming Xuan.

  Xiao Lianrongbao saw someone eyeing her master, and in a fit of rage, she grabbed Ruan Qindeng's sleeve, demanding that the new master take back the old master's attention.

  Ruan Qincheng's mouth twitched slightly, didn't this girl see me, a living person? The one who wants to compete is me, why is she secretly sending flirtatious glances at that demon boy? What kind of young lady, with a son already grown up, still has the nerve to call herself a young lady.

  She couldn't explain why, but seeing that there were actually women who dared to give flirtatious glances to Gu Shi Lan Mingxuan, she felt a wave of annoyance in her heart.

  "Is Mengfei not clear about the situation? Or is she daydreaming? The one competing with you this time is her, not me!"

  Guoshi Lan Mingxuan glanced at Meng Xiang with a distant and detached gaze, his eyes seeming to say that he was clearly not ill or troubled, yet he insisted on making himself look like an old woman on her last legs. He wondered if this woman was brain-damaged! On the other hand, our young mistress looked lovely, dragging her weak and sickly body around, but still full of energy and vitality!

  If Meng Xiao Ran were to hear his inner thoughts at this moment, she would definitely be so angry that she would be injured for 18 years. Doesn't he see his own weak and delicate beauty? Don't all men like to cherish and pity beauties? Why is he so indifferent to himself?!

  "I've long heard that before Mengfei entered the palace, she refused to marry because she had someone in mind. But in the end, she still married into the palace! It seems that Mengfei's crush might be none other than Master Guo himself!"

  Liu Wang whispered in Xian Wang's ear, his eyes full of a "watching the show" expression.

  "What a pity! The fallen flower has intention, but the flowing water is heartless. Otherwise, it would be a beautiful story!"

  The wise king shook his head and spoke slowly, his eyes filled with a hint of reverence as he gazed at the god-like man.

  "Imperial Teacher - My lord, I am well aware that my own learning is shallow and cannot be compared to the talents of Princess Zhan. I humbly admit my inferiority! No wonder even a cold-hearted man like Prince Zhan was moved by her!"

  Meng Xiao Ran gave Guo Shi Lan Ming Xuan a pitiful and charming glance, trying to win his sympathy and reminding him that Ruan Qin Chen was already the War King's consort and not some innocent woman.

  "You still have some self-awareness!"

  Guo Shi Lan Ming Xuan didn't pay attention to her thoughts at all, and in his heart, he was quite pleased with her praise of his concubine. However, what did it have to do with whether or not the concubine was the War King's consort? That War King wasn't worthy of his concubine!

  "Meng Fei, what are you saying? You're actually surrendering without a fight! Are you not afraid..."

  Zhen Fei heard Meng Xiao Ran's words, her whole body trembled like chaff, her eyes widened in shock, and her face turned a pale iron color. It was clear that she had not expected her to say such things. Just as she wanted to continue threatening, she saw Meng Xiao Ran rush towards Lan Ming Xuan, then make a move that shocked everyone present.