Legend of Zhen Huan: Zhen Huan is reborn

029 A Glimpse

Cao Qinmo took out a note from the bottle, slowly unfolded it, and then she read softly: "I beg the Queen to grant me a piece of calligraphy."

"I feel a little embarrassed in front of so many people." The queen declined with a humble smile.

"The Empress' calligraphy has always been praised as unparalleled in the world. How can Concubine Cao's luck allow the Empress to easily refuse?" Concubine Duan said with deep meaning, but stopped there.

"Since today is Princess Wen Yi's birthday, I will give her the word 'longevity' as a gift to express my blessing," the Queen said gently.

"I would like to thank the Queen for her generous gift on behalf of Princess Wen Yi." Cao Qinmo responded respectfully.

Immediately afterwards, the palace servants quickly set up a table, covered with a yellow tablecloth, and on top of the tablecloth was a piece of bright red rice paper with gold foil.

The queen held the brush lightly and wrote a majestic "Shou" character with skillful strokes in a blink of an eye. Jianqiu then stepped forward and showed the calligraphy to everyone.

"The queen's calligraphy is becoming more and more exquisite." Yinzhen praised sincerely.

The queen smiled slightly and responded modestly: "It's just a small achievement."

However, Concubine Duan seemed to sense the atmosphere was delicate, and she coughed a few times before politely saying, "Your Majesty, Empress, I am not feeling well, and I am afraid that I will not be able to continue to enjoy the fun with you all. Please excuse me and leave first."

Yinzhen nodded and said with concern: "Since you are not feeling well, go back and rest early. I will visit you later."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your consideration." After expressing her gratitude, Concubine Duan slowly left with Jixiang's support.

After Concubine Duan left, the talent show of the concubines was still going on. When it was Zhen Huan's turn, the atmosphere on the scene seemed a little solemn.

Cao Qinmo opened her red lips and announced with a smile: "This photo belongs to Lady Wan. Please ask Lady Wan to perform a stunning dance."

She then praised, "Sister Wan's appearance is already 'like a swimming dragon, graceful like a startled swan', and today she happened to draw this lot. It seems that it is God's will for Sister Wan to dance for us."

As soon as these words were spoken, the concubines began to talk about it.

Xin Changzai's voice was particularly clear in the crowd. She sighed, either with worry or a little disdain, and said, "This stunning dance was created by Concubine Mei of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang. It has been lost for a long time, but Empress Chunyuan has a special liking for singing and dancing. She once tried her best to find the original dance and painstakingly adapted it. In the end, she amazed the world with this dance. How can Miss Wan, who is so young, perform such a dance so perfectly?"

Concubine Cao smiled slightly and gently comforted her, "Sister Xin, you are too cautious with Sister Wan. Sister Wan has always been extremely intelligent and talented, and we all know this."

"Although not everyone can dance this 'Jinghong Dance' perfectly, I am confident that Sister Wan will be able to perform it in a different style with her talent and skills. Moreover, even if her dancing style cannot be compared with that of Queen Chunyuan, that is inevitable. After all, Queen Chunyuan's dancing skills are unparalleled in the world. Between us sisters, the most important thing is to enjoy the fun brought by dancing, and there is no need to worry too much about the level of skills."

Xin Changzai was left speechless by Cao Qinmo's words. She was dissatisfied and turned her head away, ignoring Cao Qinmo.

Concubine Hua, who was originally tasting the wine alone, suddenly interrupted and said, "If you can't dance perfectly, then there is no need to force yourself. Empress Chunyuan once shocked the world with a dance. Now that I think about it, I'm afraid no one can surpass her." After she finished speaking, she fell silent again, raised her head and drank the wine in the glass.

"What Concubine Hua said does have a hint of provocation." Concubine Qi commented softly, revealing her dissatisfaction with Concubine Hua.

When the Queen heard people mention Queen Chunyuan repeatedly, her face changed slightly. She quickly glanced at Yinzhen and saw that his eyes were deep and he seemed to be thinking about something.

The Queen then gently advised, "'Stunning Dance' is indeed easy to learn but difficult to master. If we can't perform it perfectly, it will lose its original charm. It would be better to change to another program so that everyone can appreciate different talents."

An Lingrong was sitting aside, and seeing the problems that Zhen Huan was about to face, she couldn't help but worry about her. She held Zhen Huan's hand tightly, hoping to give her some strength.

Zhen Huan felt An Lingrong's concern and gently held her hand back. Then she stood up and said to everyone calmly, "I know I am not good at dancing, but since I have been chosen, I am willing to try my best."

After hearing Zhen Huan's answer, Yinzhen's eyes flashed with admiration. He slowly spoke in a steady and powerful voice: "It has been a long time since the palace has appreciated the "Jinghong Dance". I also want to see it today. Huanhuan, you don't need to be nervous, just dance freely. I believe in your talent."

Zhen Huan stood up gracefully, bowed slightly, and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, I need to go to the side hall to change clothes and make some preparations."

Yinzhen nodded and said calmly: "Go ahead."

However, at this time, Prince Dun interjected at an inappropriate time: "It's okay to change clothes, as long as it's not an excuse to slip away." His words were a little drunken and seemed a little frivolous.

After hearing this, Yinzhen's face darkened and he looked at Prince Dun with dissatisfaction.

Upon seeing this, Prince Dun's wife immediately scolded him softly, "Your Majesty, what are you talking about? How can you be so rude in front of the Emperor?"

When scolded by his wife, Prince Dun immediately lowered his head like a scolded quail and dared not say anything.

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Zhen Huan walked to the side hall and stared at the pink and white gradient dress with long sleeves in a daze.

Zhen Huan couldn't help but feel ripples in her heart.

She recalled the scene when she danced "Jinghong Dance" in her previous life. At that time, Yunli (Prince Guo) was playing the flute to accompany her. The tacit understanding and mutual affection between the two seemed to have happened just yesterday.

The feeling of being watched and accompanied by the man she loved filled her heart with warmth and happiness.

At the same time, she also remembered what her mother said.

Her mother told her that the "Jinghong Dance" was performed for the man she loved. This dance not only showed a woman's beauty and talent, but also conveyed a deep love and affection.

She still longs to find a man who can connect with her and support her.

But Zhen Huan knew in her heart that there was no possibility for her and him to be together in this life, and she couldn't help feeling sad.

"My lady, what are you thinking about?" Liu Zhu asked curiously, "Do you need me to help you change your clothes?"

Zhen Huan sighed and said slowly: "It's okay, has Huanbi not returned yet?"

"Not yet. Do you need me to send someone to look for her?" Liu Zhu suggested.

Zhen Huan thought to herself that Huanbi might have just met Prince Guo, but there were so many people at the banquet and if she was discovered, there would be trouble.

"Then go ahead and come back as soon as you find it," Zhen Huan ordered.

"As you command, I will leave right away." Liu Zhu turned to Jin Xi, "Then I will have to trouble Aunt Jin Xi to take care of this."

Jin Xi smiled and responded: "Miss Liu Zhu is too polite, you can go now."

After Liu Zhu responded, he left in a hurry.