Quick Wear: The Villain's Beloved

There was singing and dancing at the banquet. The dancers danced gracefully to the music, while the courtiers and guests enjoyed the feast and talked and laughed in harmony.

Lan Qian's seat was the first one below the main seat, which was also meant to show her status. Not long after she sat down, a young man in green clothes walked towards her and bowed to her respectfully.

"Your humble servant Zhao Mingze greets the Ninth Princess."

"Xiaojiu, this is the son of Minister Zhao," the third prince, who was sitting in the main seat, laughed twice and introduced him with a amiable look on his face, "Young Master Zhao is a man of both civil and military talents. Father has appointed him as the deputy commander of the Imperial Guards. He is truly a promising young man."

Hearing this, Lan Qian looked indifferent.

He neither spoke nor looked at Mr. Zhao.

Behind him, Mo Chen's eyes were only on Lan Qian.

However, the eldest prince, who was sitting next to Lan Qian, looked over here, but he only glanced once and then looked away.

"I have long heard that the Ninth Princess is the most beautiful in the world, but unfortunately I have never had the chance to see her." Seeing that Lan Qian had no intention of paying attention to him, Zhao Mingze was not embarrassed and continued, "It is my great honor to meet the princess today."

He looked respectful, with a look of amazement in his eyes.

The Ninth Princess is indeed extremely beautiful. If he could marry her, given the emperor's love for her, not only would it help the Third Prince, but he would also be able to get such a beauty, killing two birds with one stone.

"Noisy."

Two cold and indifferent words came.

"Wha...what?"

Zhao Mingze was a little dazed as he was thinking about his plan. In his imagination, no matter how willful the princess was, she would not offend him in public, and he would gain the princess's favor step by step.

"You are blocking my view."

Lan Qian casually poured herself a cup of tea, picked it up gently with her white fingers, and took a sip.

"Mo Chen, let him leave."

"Yes."

Mo Chen behind him responded, and looked at Zhao Mingze expressionlessly. His voice was as cold as his entire person.

"Mr. Zhao, please leave."

Zhao Mingze glanced at Mo Chen and met those dark and cold eyes. He suddenly felt as if he was being stared at by something cruel. He couldn't help but feel a chill in his feet and quickly turned his eyes away.

He calmed himself down and resumed his humble appearance.

"I'm sorry, I was rude today," he cupped his hands, not showing any dissatisfaction with Lan Qian's indifference, and spoke with measured steps, "I will personally apologize to the princess someday."

At this time, the third prince also came out to smooth things over.

"Xiaojiu, today is Third Brother's birthday, why get angry over such trivial matters? Although Master Zhao was a little rude, he didn't mean it," he smiled humbly, "Well, the play at Changchun Tower has begun, Master Zhao, you should go back and listen to the play."

"Yes, thank you, Third Prince."

Zhao Mingze returned to his seat.

Listening to the two people singing in unison, Lan Qian slowly put down the teacup, rubbing the rim of the cup with her slender white fingers, her expression indifferent.

Mo Chen had been keeping an eye on her, worried that she might be feeling unwell. Seeing that she didn't suffer from a heart attack because of the incident just now, he relaxed a little and stood behind her, watching over her silently.

There was an opera being performed on the stage, and Lan Qian was not interested in listening to it. She also felt that this place was too noisy, so she got up and left, planning to go for a walk outside.

"Princess?"

Mo Chen didn't know what she was going to do.

"It's too stuffy here, let's go out for a walk."

There were too many people here, and it was inconvenient to do anything. It would be better to go outside, where it would be just her and Mo Chen.

"Yes."

Mo Chen responded and went out with her.

Seeing Lan Qian leave, the Third Prince gave Zhao Mingze a look. Zhao Mingze understood his meaning and quietly left as well.

At the banquet, a beautiful woman with a heroic air glanced at the third prince who was sitting at the main seat, with hatred hidden in her eyes.

In her previous life, she was noticed by the Third Prince at this banquet, and from then on began a tragic relationship that harmed the entire general's mansion. In this life, she will definitely protect her family, and will never let him get that position!

The troupe had finished their performance, and a woman stood up. She walked to the center of the hall and bowed gracefully, "I am Li Yan'er, your servant, and I pay my respects to His Highness the Third Prince. Today is His Highness's birthday, and I would like to play a song for His Highness as a birthday gift. I wonder if His Highness agrees?"

All the court officials present knew that His Majesty intended to select a concubine for the Third Prince, and the birthday banquet held today was also for this purpose, so the court officials were allowed to bring their unmarried ladies here.

Now that Miss Li has taken the lead in recommending herself and showing off her talent, other young ladies who are interested are also making preparations secretly.

The third prince smiled gently and said:

"I have heard that Miss Li is an excellent pianist. Since I am fortunate enough to hear her music today, I will agree to this."

"Thank you, Third Prince."

Li Yan'er bowed again.

……

After Li Yan'er finished playing, several other noble ladies showed off their talents. Suddenly, a voice rang out, drawing everyone's attention to the daughter of the general's mansion.

"I heard that Miss Mu Yunluo from the General's Mansion is proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. I wonder what talent she has prepared for the Third Prince today?"

The person who spoke was the young lady of the Prime Minister's Mansion. She had always been at odds with Mu Yunluo. She knew that Mu Yunluo was fond of martial arts and was not proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting, so she said this deliberately to embarrass her.

Seeing that everyone was looking at her, Mu Yunluo had to stand up.

"Your Highness, I am a humble servant with limited knowledge and talent. How dare I embarrass myself in front of all the princes and adults?"

The third prince looked at the woman who was neither humble nor arrogant.

As expected of a general's daughter, she is truly courageous and insightful.

The Prime Minister's daughter started to get angry again: "Miss Mu, why do you say that? Everyone knows that the only legitimate daughter of General Mu's mansion is not incompetent. Miss Mu is making excuses like this. Is she dissatisfied with the Third Prince?"

"you--"

A hint of anger appeared in Mu Yunluo's eyes.

Speaking of the General's Mansion, it seems I have to show it off today.

She was about to open her mouth to respond, but she heard someone above her speak before her: "Since it's a talent show, why be so aggressive? It's better to make a gift voluntarily, Third Brother, what do you think?"

The person who spoke was the Fourth Prince who had never spoken.

The Fourth Prince has always disliked getting involved in these matters, but no one expected that he would speak for Mu Yunluo today.

The third prince glanced at him, his eyes darkening slightly.

"Fourth brother is right."

The crisis was temporarily resolved and Mu Yunluo breathed a sigh of relief.

She subconsciously looked towards the Fourth Prince, but happened to meet his gaze. Frightened for a moment, she looked away.

……

outside the temple.

Lan Qian and Mo Chen came to the garden in the Third Prince's mansion.

"The view here is pretty good, what do you think?"

She leaned forward slightly and approached a beautiful flower. This flower must be a rare variety, carefully planted in a pot. The petals were layered, and each petal was crystal clear and very beautiful.

The most amazing thing is that the color of this flower is a rare blue.

Mo Chen looked at the girl who was concentrating on looking at the flowers.

A faint smile bloomed on the lips. The girl's profile was exquisite and beautiful, her fair skin was as clear as snow, and every part was carefully carved to perfection. She looked focused, and her eyes seemed to be shining like stars.

He paused for a moment and spoke softly:

"Well, it's beautiful."