Qin Yun spent several leisurely days at Lan Shan Academy.
Her injuries had mostly healed.
During this time, Tutor Ouyang had not sought her out, nor had he offered any explanation.
What was the Emperor thinking?
Leaving her dormitory, she wandered around the academy out of boredom.
Coincidentally, she encountered Xie Jing’an approaching.
The moment she saw Xie Jing’an, Qin Yun was startled.
“Second Prince, why are you so badly injured?” She examined him from head to toe, noticing his face was scraped, his clothes were dirty, and he could barely stand on his leg.
“This Prince is fine! Mind your own business!”
Xie Jing’an’s tone was cold and harsh; it was clear he was in a bad mood.
Qin Yun pondered for a moment, then her eyes lit up. “Second Prince, did you go to the stables to tame Lieyan again?”
“……”
Seeing Xie Jing’an remain silent, Qin Yun knew she had guessed correctly.
“Second Prince, I have the best ointment. Would you like to apply some?” Qin Yun asked softly.
Xie Jing’an turned his head away, refusing to speak.
Qin Yun felt like laughing. Despite Xie Jing’an’s tall and sturdy build, his temperament was like that of a child.
“If you wish to tame Lieyan, the prerequisite is to heal your injuries. If you continue to be injured, it’s likely you won’t be able to perform at your best, making it even more difficult to tame Lieyan!”
Xie Jing’an frowned.
Qin Yun was right. He was still injured, and if he didn’t heal, taming Lieyan would become exponentially harder.
Seeing Xie Jing’an’s expression soften, Qin Yun thought he had agreed with her suggestion. Unexpectedly, Xie Jing’an said dismissively, “This Prince knows how to apply medicine. Is your medicine better than mine? It was my medicine you used a few days ago! Hmph…” With that, he haughtily walked past Qin Yun.
In Qin Yun’s eyes, Xie Jing’an was like a defeated rooster,
not only proud but also unwilling to admit defeat.
She twitched the corner of her mouth. Forget it, why should she argue with this proud fellow?
Just then!
Ouyang Siqing approached Qin Yun.
“Young Master Qin, please wait!”
Qin Yun turned around and saw the handsome young man running towards her.
Her rather dismal mood improved considerably at this moment.
“Slow down, Young Master Ouyang. What is it you need me for?”
“My grandfather sent me to tell you! The Emperor has come to the academy and is currently at Jingxin Pavilion. The Emperor wishes to see you!”
The Emperor was at the academy?
The last time she was at Jingxin Pavilion, unpleasant things had happened. Was she to go again?
Never mind!
She had no choice in this matter.
If he summoned her, she had to go!
Whether she could remain at Lan Shan Academy depended on today.
“Let’s go!”
Ouyang Siqing waved his hand. “I won’t be going. The Emperor only summoned Young Master Qin.”
“Just me…?” Qin Yun was surprised.
“Yes!” Sensing Qin Yun’s worry, Ouyang Siqing encouraged her. “Young Master Qin, don’t be discouraged. I believe you can convince the Emperor and successfully stay at the academy!”
“Thank you, Young Master Ouyang! You’ve been a great help!”
Ouyang Siqing smiled. “It’s no trouble. I was only here to deliver a message. I didn’t do anything.”
Qin Yun was stunned. This young man was truly handsome when he smiled! Unfortunately, she couldn’t openly pursue him yet.
Never mind!
She shouldn’t think about matters of romance.
In this life, she was not destined for love, only for vengeance!
Her hands unconsciously clenched as she recalled past days, Qin Yun’s expression turning cold.
Ouyang Siqing also noticed Qin Yun’s change and quickly waved his hand in front of her eyes. “Young Master Qin, are you alright?”
“I… I’m fine!” Pulled back to her senses by Ouyang Siqing’s action, Qin Yun smiled sheepishly. “I must take my leave now!”
After Qin Yun departed, Ouyang Siqing stood frozen.
Had he done something wrong just now?
Young Master Qin’s demeanor was terrifying.
Shrugging his shoulders, Ouyang Siqing shook his head with a wry smile, no longer dwelling on it.
On the other side!
Qin Yun’s heart was filled with mixed emotions on her way to Jingxin Pavilion.
Xie Qianmo was not to be trifled with.
Were the conditions he mentioned last time meant to be fulfilled today?
What did he want?
What did he intend to do to her?
With a sense of trepidation, Qin Yun soon arrived at Jingxin Pavilion.
As soon as she reached the courtyard entrance, she encountered Fang Jing.
“Young Master Qin, His Majesty has been waiting for you for a long time! Please follow me!” Fang Jing led the way.
“Thank you, Eunuch!” Qin Yun responded politely and then followed closely behind him with small steps.
Fang Jing led Qin Yun directly towards the pavilion in the center of the water pool.
Walking on the wooden bridge, Qin Yun’s brow furrowed.
Why did she feel a chill in the air?
The closer she got to the pavilion, the colder it became, and the oppressive feeling grew stronger.
Qin Yun couldn’t see the scene inside the pavilion because the lowered window curtains blocked the view of the person within.
Upon reaching the outside of the pavilion, Fang Jing stopped. Qin Yun also stopped.
“Your Majesty, Young Master Qin has arrived!” After speaking, Fang Jing left.
Seeing Fang Jing scurry away, Qin Yun became even more nervous.
“This humble one, Qin Yun, greets His Majesty! Long live His Majesty, long live His Majesty, long live His Majesty!” Whether the person inside saw her or not, she performed her courtesies correctly.
“Rise,” Xie Qianmo’s voice struck coldly.
“Yes, Your Majesty!” After rising, Qin Yun looked up, scratched her head, and gazed with confusion at the tightly sealed window curtains before her.
Come to think of it!
If no one could see her, what was there to be afraid of?
She might as well pretend she was talking to the air.
Unknown to her,
the person inside had been watching her from the moment she entered the courtyard.
“Your Majesty, what is it you summoned this humble one for?” Qin Yun rubbed her hands together, her mouth pouting.
This scene made Xie Qianmo unable to resist a faint smile.
This Qin Yun was indeed interesting!
Each appearance of hers managed to capture his attention.
“You ask what you already know!” Xie Qianmo spoke sparingly, coldly uttering four words.
Qin Yun frowned.
How could she know which matter it was?
“Please, Your Majesty, enlighten me!” Qin Yun crossed her arms, looking quite defiant.
Seeing Qin Yun’s stubbornness, Xie Qianmo suddenly felt like teasing her.
“Since you do not know, why have you come to see me! Go back!”
Go back?
Where to?
The academy? Or Qin Manor?
Qin Yun grew anxious and said dejectedly, “Your Majesty, this humble one wishes to enter Lan Shan Academy. I implore Your Majesty to grant my request!”
Seeing the little fox before him agitated, Xie Qianmo smiled with satisfaction. “Not just anyone can enter Lan Shan Academy. I heard you came to the academy before, but you caused trouble and offended Tutor Ouyang, and also offended Master Nangong. Qin Yun, how dare you still have the audacity to seek entry into Lan Shan Academy?”
“Do you know that Tutor Ouyang is my teacher? You dare to offend my people, how can I allow you into the imperial academy!”
Qin Yun bit her lower lip, her red lips almost bleeding.
With a thud!
Qin Yun knelt on both knees.
She didn’t care if Xie Qianmo inside could see her sincerity; she had to stay at Lan Shan Academy!
She must enter the court; only then could she seek revenge!
“Your Majesty, this humble one will sincerely reform. If you allow me to stay at the academy, I will study diligently and strive to enter the court early to assist Your Majesty! I wish to pledge my loyalty and follow Your Majesty forever!” After speaking, Qin Yun kowtowed to beg for favor.
Seeing Qin Yun kowtow three times consecutively, her forehead almost breaking the skin, Xie Qianmo’s demeanor instantly turned stern.
His intention to tease Qin Yun vanished instantly.
“Qin Yun, come to my side…!”