“Sister, the Seventh Prince has recovered from his illness, but I see he's in good spirits. He’s never participated in a hunt before, and at his age, he must be itching to go. You stopping him will only make people think you disapprove of him. They’ll say it because they know you love him.”

Guo Zhaoyi smiled, "How could that be."

“Alright, you’re right, you’re right. It’s all for the sake of the seventh brother.” Emperor Xianfeng didn’t offend anyone, “But what Consort Li said is also correct. Hunting isn't war, so we should do it within our means. Wait until next year when the eighth brother’s body recovers a bit, then we can all go together and have some fun.”

"Yes, next year Yan'er will be older, and her body should be much better." Consort Guo said.

Peace and prosperity reigned, flames illuminated every face, flickering on and off, making it hard to distinguish between humans and ghosts.

Fujujiao yawned several times. Even a child with boundless energy gets tired eventually.

Emperor Chengde happened to let everyone rest at this time, so that they would have enough energy to hunt tomorrow. However, he announced one thing: men and women will team up to hunt tomorrow.

It can be parent-child, siblings, or couples; whatever you like.

Outside Tang Xian's tent, Guo Zhao continued to advise her son as he headed back, in a low voice: "Seventh Prince, you must be careful tomorrow during the hunt. It would be best if you didn't go at all."

“Thank you for reminding me, Your Majesty. But Eighth Brother has already feigned illness; if I were to do the same, it wouldn't be good. It would also disappoint our father.”

But... I'm worried you might be in danger. This is your first time, after all. Every year, people get hurt for no reason during the hunt. You never know where a hidden arrow might come from.

"Don't worry, I have it under control."

Guo Zhaoyi was worried. "Our mother and son have been protected by you in the palace. Otherwise, we would have long since met with disaster. I know my status is low and I can't compare to your late mother, but as an elder, I don't want you to make any mistakes."

Tang Xian smiled, he was also often pestered by Lao Ba, over time, he developed feelings for him, so he was willing to help these two mother and child.

"Empress Dowager, you should still keep a good eye on the Eighth Brother. Tomorrow we will all go hunting, and he's alone at the camp. Make sure he doesn't wander off."

Guo Zhaoyi nodded. "I remember."

How could she not know, her healthy son since birth rarely got sick before the age of one. But later, he merely received Emperor Chengde's favor, thinking the child was intelligent, praising him a few times. Since then, he frequently fell ill, tripped and fell, or even drowned. These things happened often.

There's no such thing as that much luck, it's just someone helping out.

"You must be careful." said Lady Guo Zhao.

"Alright, it's getting late. You should head back."

After Guo Zhao left, Tang Xian looked at the back of the tent, "Come out."

Fujujiao yawned. If they chatted for much longer, she'd fall asleep right there.

"Concubine Zhao is quite good, isn't she?" Fu Jiaojiao said.

Tang Xian didn't retort, "It's late at night, why did you come over to eavesdrop?"

"I didn't eavesdrop, I couldn't sleep."

"Aren't eyes that are tired supposed to be unable to open?" Tang Xian remembered how she kept yawning non-stop during the banquet.

"Let's hunt together tomorrow," Fu Jiujiu suggested proactively.

"Father means, husband and wife, siblings, and even good friends among young masters and ladies, are we suitable?"

The Emperor of Chengde was also worried that the young ladies would be in danger if they walked alone, and it would be more reassuring to have a man by their side.

Fujujiao really doesn't know, "We are..."

Not husband and wife, nor siblings... Just good friends, right...? It shouldn't count as anything else.

That close friend should be a couple who are either betrothed or have been chosen for each other.

This makes hunting activities a large-scale dog food site.

What are we?

"She is...a close friend even closer than siblings, a young lady and a little prince."

Tang Xian was amused by her. In his eyes, she was still that little girl.

……

"Bright Moon, let's team up tomorrow. I was so worried when you got into danger before. This time, stay by my side and I'll protect you."

"No, there are so many people here, how could it be dangerous? I don't want to be in a group with you. Tang Yang, even though you withdrew your marriage proposal, we're over. Just stop bothering me. I see that there are so many girls here, and many of them like you. Go find them."

Tang Yan frowned, there was no way to force this. "What about Chirp?"

“Do you still want to be on a team with Chirp? She’s definitely going with Tang Xian, isn't that obvious?”

Tang Yang originally wanted to ask Fu Jiujiu, but judging by the looks of it, she shouldn't be inside the tent.

This evening, most people had already formed teams. Although Athu didn't have a suitable match, she wasn't in a hurry. At worst, she would just be on her own team.

When Fu Jiujiao came back, she gave her a suggestion: “You can go with my cousin Zou’s second brother, he is very brave.”

"How small?"

Arthur was a bit older than the others, but the rest of the young masters were also unfamiliar to him. It's likely they wouldn't have much to talk about.

"Fine, I'll talk about it later. At worst, I'll just go solo. I'm definitely not going to lose to you guys anyway."

"You and Tang Xian, the two of you... tsk tsk tsk, one is sick and the other is young. This princess will divide some prey among you later so that neither of you loses face."

Fu Chou chuckled, "Alright, thank you princess."

The next morning, the emperor of Chengde glanced at several who hadn't formed teams and felt a headache coming on.

"Lao Liu, what's wrong with you?"

"Father, I want to be on the same team as Little Princess," Tang Jie smiled and said.

Tang Xian frowned, "Sixth brother, are you trying to steal her away from me?"

"No, isn't Miss Deng supposed to be on your team? The young lady is waiting for you."

Deng Wan'ying bit her lip and looked at Tang Xian.

"And you, what about the bright moon?"

"Your Majesty, I want to join the hunt myself! The women of Beimo are just as skilled at hunting as men. Perhaps you'd allow me to join Your Highness's team?"

"Well...that's just perfect, Deng Jia's maid is in your team. You two aren't that far apart in age, you should be able to get along."

Fu Jiujiu glanced at Deng Wan'er's deflated look and almost burst into laughter.

If it were usual times, she could be a good person too, but this time, knowing Tang Xian was in danger, there was no way she would hand him over to anyone.

At a crucial moment, Deng Wan'ying couldn't protect Tang Xian.

"Your Majesty, what about me? I just want to be on a team with Chi-Chi. Having this little comedian around will definitely help me gain something."

Fu Jiujiu shook her head, "Sixth Imperial Brother, I love to talk. My mouth never stops chattering. If that little rabbit and the wild chicken heard me, they'd definitely be scared away. You wouldn't be able to catch anything."

"How is that possible? My archery skills are excellent, you see." Tang Jie said confidently, "I never miss a shot. With me on your team, you're guaranteed to win."

Fu Jiujiu said, "Then let's try it!"

Three updates tonight, four tomorrow!

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