660 Helpless Appearance
Cen Xiqin thought it was a tragedy! He was having a good banquet and watching the fun, but why did he become the one being watched inexplicably?
Equestrian skills are not bad, after all, she is also the daughter of the Wu Xun family. Although she cannot say that she grew up on a horse, she has practiced it seriously for several years. Compared with most noble girls in the capital, her
The riding skills are quite good.
But regarding the rumor of "proficient in archery", others don't know what's going on, but she knows the truth best in her heart!
At this time, Mo Jinye, who was sitting on the emperor's throne, also looked in the direction of the women's seat and spoke, "Oh? Are Cen Aiqing's seventh daughter here?"
A drop of sweat dripped from Cen Xiqin's forehead. He stood up from his seat and bowed to Mo Jinye, "My maid, Cen Xiqin, bow to the Emperor!"
Mo Jinye looked at Cen Xiqin who was kneeling on the ground. He also knew a little about the seventh girl of the Cen family, but he certainly couldn't say he knew much about it. After all, he was the emperor and had to be busy with many important national affairs every day. Naturally, he didn't
So much free time, staring at the young masters and ladies in the capital.
"Get up and answer the question." Mo Jinye said calmly with a majestic look on his face.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Cen Xiqin got up from the ground with a bitter look on his face.
"I heard that your riding skills are superb and your archery skills are as good as those of men. Today, on behalf of my noble daughter Dongxun, you will have a friendly contest with the women of Enu Kingdom." Mo Jinye stared at Cen Xiqin,
He said in a tone that could not be refused.
Mo Jinye understood that in the capital, it was difficult to find noble girls who could compare with the women of E Nu in terms of riding and archery skills. After all, noble girls in the Eastern Xun Dynasty were mostly raised in inner houses, so it was not
Like the Enu people, both men and women grew up on horses, but now that Dongxun's face and magnanimity were concerned, he could no longer tolerate Ashinacus's proposal.
Since Mo Junfei said that the seventh girl of the family is proficient in archery and riding, let her try it out. The Cen family is a family of military commanders. If the girls in their family are not good at it, then the girls from other families present may not be able to do it.
Even worse.
Everyone present had different expressions from when they heard Mo Junfei mention Cen Xiqin to when Mo Jinye called out Cen Xiqin.
Some ministers breathed a sigh of relief. Their thoughts were similar to Mo Jinye's. It was not easy to find a woman to participate in the competition. The other half breathed a sigh of relief because they were worried about winning or losing the competition.
Those noble ladies who don't understand the truth are either envious or jealous. This Cen Xiqin is going to be in the limelight again! But it's useless to be envious and jealous. Who makes them compare with her, a tomboy, who are all weak women?
Only a few people were really worried!
Cen Xiyan and Jin Fang are the people who know Cen Xiqin's level best. They looked at each other and saw worried looks in each other's eyes.
There are also Cen Hongyi, Cen Hongmian, Mo Junxuan and others, who are either concerned about their sister, or because they have seen Cen Xiqin and Cen Xiyan perform archery together before, they have long doubted Cen Xiqin's archery level.
, they couldn't help but mention it, but at this time, they couldn't speak out any objection.
After hearing the emperor's words, Cen Xiqin was really about to cry. As for her poor archery skills, how could she compare to those Enu women! If she loses, it will be a small matter for her to be embarrassed. The loser is Dongxun Kingdom.
It’s her face! What should she do!!
"Your Majesty, my riding skills and archery skills are actually very average. I dare not call them proficient. It is really... difficult for me to handle such an important task..."
When Mo Jinye heard Cen Xiqin's prevarication, his brows immediately wrinkled, and the expression on his face was very ugly!
Cen Xiqin dared to say such a refusal in front of so many civil and military officials, envoys from E-Nu, and family members of various governments. This was a slap in his face!
Before Mo Jinye could say anything else, Mo Junfei said forcefully again: "Hey! Cen Xiaoqi, now is not the time to be humble! How is your riding skill? Who of the people in the capital you often hang out with doesn't
Do you know? As for archery, we have seen it before. You can kill a leopard in a hunting ground and save Jin Fang. We all believe in your strength. We are a country of etiquette in Dongxun. When we compete, we must show our true skills.
Come, we can show our sincerity, and let Enu Khan and the envoys see the grace of my noble daughter of Eastern Xun!"
Because of Cen Xiqin's rejection just now, Cen Ao was worried and sweating. At this moment, he wiped away the sweat and hurried out of the queue. He first paid the courtesy of a monarch to Mo Jinye and said: "Little girl, Nian
I'm young and don't know how to behave. Please don't blame me, Your Majesty." After saying that, he turned to look at Cen Xiqin and said sternly: "If you haven't thanked Your Majesty and the Ninth Prince for their trust, I will try my best to compete with Lady Enu in a while. Don't lose it.
The face of Dongxun and the Cen family!"
"Yes, I obey the order..." Cen Xiqin gritted his teeth and knelt down to receive the order.
Mo Jinye's expression finally softened a little, and he didn't say any more reproachful words.
After Cen Xiqin received the order, he felt panicked and subconsciously looked in the direction of Cen Xiyan.
After receiving Cen Xiqin's look of help, Cen Xiyan couldn't bear it, and his brain was spinning rapidly, thinking of ways to help Cen Xiqin get out of the situation.
Ashnakus has been paying attention to Cen Xiyan. Of course, he also saw the eye contact between Cen Xiqin and Cen Xiyan.
At this time, he suddenly said: "Only one person from each side competes in riding and shooting, which is a bit deserted. It would be more lively and interesting if there are more people together. I wonder what your majesty thinks?"
When Mo Jinye heard this, he couldn't help frowning and asked in a deep voice: "Isn't it Khan who thinks that how many people compete together can be considered lively?"
Ashnakus looked at Yaoluo Gedun. Yaoluo Gedun understood and struck with both hands. Five girls with crossbows came up and saluted Ashinakus and Mo Jinye. These five crossbow girls
The girls were just a few of the twelve E-Nu dancers who danced just now. They danced enthusiastically and unrestrainedly. At this moment, they stood quietly, with tall and straight postures and strong bodies, forming a sharp contrast with the soft and graceful Eastern Lady.
"Khan, Your Majesty, please let these five girls, representing the noble ladies of Enu, compete with the noble ladies of Dongxun." Yaoluo Gedun raised his chin and said proudly.
The five Enu girls also raised their chins, showing amazing momentum and confidence.
Ashnakus nodded, turned to Mo Jinye, and said: "The noble ladies of the two countries are competing on horseback and archery. Firstly, it is to enhance the friendship between the two countries, and secondly, it is also to add excitement to this grand event. It is very good. Don't worry about other things."
, However, Kusi is still looking forward to seeing the elegant lady of Dongxun on the school field!"
When he said these words, Ashenakus' eagle eyes stared at Cen Xiyan without any trace.
Cen Xiyan caught Ashinakus's gaze and frowned. What on earth did this man want to do?
Mo Xianyun is such a perceptive person. How could he not notice that a man is looking at his woman? His pool-like eyes couldn't help but narrow up, and he made a mental note to Ashinacus!
At this moment, Mo Jinye was very dissatisfied. These E-Nu people really didn't know what was good or bad, and they were trying too hard! Among the ladies of the Eastern Xun Dynasty here, it is not easy to find a woman who is proficient in both skills and archery. Where can I find one?
Come up with five such women and compete with these Enu noble ladies!
But as it concerns the face of Dongxun Kingdom, he still has to take Ashinacus's move.
"Although I, a woman from the East, mainly take care of the house, take care of my husband and raise children, I also cultivate my sentiments through music, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry and singing. However, they are not all weak women. There are also many who are strong in body and tough in temperament.
Since Khan came up with such a way to add to the fun, he naturally can't spoil the fun. Although it's just a competition, it doesn't matter whether he wins or loses, but the winner will be rewarded heavily by me!" At this point, Mo Jinye paused slightly and looked at the seat of the female guests.
After looking around, Langsheng said: "Is there any of the noble ladies here who would like to volunteer to compete with these Enu girls?"
After Mo Jinye finished speaking, the hall suddenly became silent!
Especially those charming ladies from the Eastern Xun Dynasty, most of them lost their beauty, lowered their heads, and did not dare to look at the emperor on the throne, trying to reduce their sense of existence as much as possible.
Are you going to compete with those E-Nu women in horseback shooting? Are you kidding me!!! At home, none of them are well-dressed and pampered. How can they ride on horseback, hold bows and arrows, and fight and kill every day?
! Even if the trend of this dynasty is open and there are many women who can ride horses, it is just a token of fun and a showpiece. It is no problem to ride a horse on flat land for a while. If you want to ride a horse and run, I am afraid
Most of them don't work.
Not to mention, they have to compete in archery skills on horses! Most of them would faint if they saw a mouse. How can they use bows and arrows! Only martial arts families like the Cen family and the Jin family have come out.
Outliers like Cen Xiqin and Jin Fang are usually crazy and do all kinds of riding and hunting. They don't have the restraint and quietness that girls should have.
When Mo Jinye saw the ladies at the female guests' table bowing their heads like ostriches, he felt depressed and wanted to sigh.
"Is there no one willing to play? Do you want me to call your name?" Mo Jinye's tone was already a little impatient.
Both the Queen Mother and the Emperor also had dark faces. While they blamed the Enu people for causing trouble, they also blamed these noble ladies from aristocratic families who usually like to show off for being so unsatisfactory at the moment.
Cen Xiyan sighed helplessly, stood up, knelt down and saluted Mo Jinye, "My daughter, Cen Xiyan, is willing to share the emperor's worries and compete with the noble ladies of Enu!"
As soon as Cen Xiyan came out, everyone in the hall immediately focused their attention on her!
Mo Jinye was very impressed by Cen Xiyan because of the four-wheeled carriage she designed, and even more because this girl was the sweetheart of his difficult son Mo Xianyun!
He did not expect that the first woman willing to stand up voluntarily to compete in the Enu Kingdom would be her!
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ps: My mother has been ill for several months. She was transferred to four hospitals and had two tracheostomy surgeries. She has been very busy and exhausted these past few months. I haven’t updated this article for a long time. I want to say sorry to everyone.
Updates will resume from today. However, my mother now has an esophagotracheal fistula due to excessive antibiotic use and fungal infection. The final surgery has not been performed yet. She was discharged from the hospital with a tracheal tube and gastric tube. She needs to suction, atomize, and change dressings every day.
Chapter completed!