EBE Chapter 86 Your Majesty, whose painting do you think is better?
Chapter 86 Your Majesty, whose painting do you think is better?
Mo Qingkui sensed Gao Yunzhi's hostility towards her and rolled her eyes dismissively.
These parasites of feudal society have no idea what equality for all or freedom of thought means!
There's nothing to say to someone like that! She despises her even more!
She glanced around at the noble ladies and said coldly, "Tell me, whose painting is better?"
The noble ladies looked at each other, unsure of what to do.
The eldest princess was the Empress Dowager's only daughter and the Emperor's older sister.
Consort Chen was the Emperor's only favorite, cherished like a precious jewel.
Both are vengeful and hold grudges, so how are they supposed to choose...?
The eldest princess and Consort Chen stared coldly at the noble ladies.
Just then, a magnetic, husky voice suddenly rang out.
"What painting? Let me see it too?"
The women were startled and turned to look.
A bright yellow figure slowly appeared.
Gao Xian was dressed in a dragon robe, with a majestic figure, his hair tied up with a golden crown, and the hem of his robe swayed gently with his steps.
His face was as fair as jade, his eyebrows were like swords reaching his temples, and his phoenix eyes were sharp and deep, with a hint of evil.
Following closely behind him was Xie Yanli, dressed in a red official robe.
His expression was aloof and distant, and his tall, elegant figure was as unapproachable as the snow on a towering mountain.
The red color was bright and eye-catching, yet he still managed to wear it with an air of refined elegance and aloofness.
The noble ladies blushed even more, and next to each handsome man was another handsome man.
The two most handsome men born in the entire Liang Dynasty are both here...
And they are two completely different types of handsome men!
Qin Jiuwei also turned her gaze to look.
Gao Xian was dressed in a dragon robe, exuding an imposing and majestic aura.
But Xie Yanli, standing beside him, was in no way inferior in terms of presence.
It even subtly outshines the high-resolution display...
As soon as Xie Yanli entered the hall, his gaze involuntarily turned towards Qin Jiuwei.
Their eyes met naturally.
Qin Jiuwei smiled, her peach blossom eyes sparkling, and mouthed softly, "Husband."
Although Xie Yanli didn't hear the voice, he immediately understood what she was saying.
His ears burned, and he quickly turned his head away, refusing to look at her.
In public, she really...
Xie Jing witnessed everything from the sidelines, somewhat speechless.
All Mother called him "husband" was that? Did Father really have to make such a fuss...?
When Mo Qingkui saw Gao Xian, her eyes lit up immediately, and she exclaimed excitedly, "Your Majesty!"
With the Emperor here, someone will stand up for her!
She'll see who dares to bully her here!
When Gao Xian saw her innocent and naive appearance, the corners of his lips curled up, and he quickly walked to her side.
Upon seeing him, Mo Qingkui immediately reached out and took his arm, pouting and saying coquettishly, "Your Majesty, you've finally arrived."
When Consort Xian saw her like this, she was furious.
You shameless woman! You shameless woman! You're putting on that pretentious act again to seduce the Emperor!
But Gao Xian was quite taken with this, a smile playing on his sharp phoenix eyes.
"What painting are you talking about? Let me see it too?"
As he spoke, he strode toward the painting table.
He and Xie Yanli were not far away just now, so he naturally heard what they were saying.
He originally thought that Qingkui and Qin Jiuwei were both talented women and that they could become close friends.
Unexpectedly, Qingkui thought Gao Shuyu's painting was good, and almost got into an argument with her elder sister.
Although they heard it, they couldn't see what the two paintings looked like, so they naturally couldn't judge who was right and who was wrong.
Besides, his elder sister was his own sister, and Qingkui was the one he truly loved.
He naturally hoped that the two could get along well, which is why he hurriedly brought Xie Yanli to the banquet.
Gao Xianchao walked towards the desk, and Xie Yanli naturally followed suit.
Upon seeing the two approaching slowly, many of the noble ladies blushed uncontrollably.
Gao Shuyu's eyes lit up immediately when she saw Xie Yanli walking towards her.
She blinked shyly, "Thank you, Your Highness, this chrysanthemum painting is mine."
Even Consort Chen, known for her talent, praised her painting, proving that she was in no way inferior to Qin Jiuwei.
Gao Shuyu's confidence immediately returned.
She stared intently at Xie Yanli, but found that his expression remained completely unchanged.
My heart, which had just relaxed, tightened again.
Seeing that he remained silent for a long time, a noblewoman asked, "Young Master Xie, which painting do you think is better?"
"It's obvious; only a blind man wouldn't see that," Xie Yanli said coldly.
After he finished speaking, his gaze fell on the landscape painting.
Upon hearing this, the noble ladies' faces immediately turned ugly.
Xie Yanli was very aloof and rarely expressed his opinions on anything.
Most of the time, they just stand by and watch, ignoring and not caring.
Not to mention saying such ruthless things in front of everyone.
They all knew that Prince Xie married Qin Jiuwei because of a remark from Master Kongyou and pressure from Old Madam Xie.
This marriage was not something Xie Shizi was willing to do at all.
The noble ladies naturally assumed that Xie Shizi and Qin Jiuwei were only husband and wife in name, and that Xie Shizi certainly had no feelings for her.
But unexpectedly, Prince Xie would defend Qin Jiuwei so fiercely!
Gao Shuyu's eyes instantly reddened, and her eyes filled with tears.
Not only did Prince Xie choose Qin Jiuwei, but he also said such awful things to humiliate her!
Her hands were clenched tightly around the handkerchief, her knuckles turning white from the force.
Gao Yunzhi breathed a long sigh of relief.
She was initially worried, since Xie Yanli was known for his cold-heartedness and indifference, and she was afraid he wouldn't treat Jiuwei well.
But unexpectedly, Xie Yanli would protect her like this, it seems that the two have a very good relationship.
Gao Yunzhi turned to look at Qin Jiuwei and found that her expression had not changed at all, as if everything was within her expectations. She couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.
Upon hearing Xie Yanli's reply, Mo Qingkui bit her lip in dissatisfaction.
Turning to Gao Xian, he asked, "Your Majesty, whose painting do you think is better?"
She pointed to Gao Shuyu's painting of chrysanthemums and praised, "I think this painting of chrysanthemums is quite nice."
Gao Xian followed the direction of the finger and nodded. "It's really good. The brushstrokes for the chrysanthemums are delicate and meticulous, and the depiction of the branches and leaves is also neat and rigorous with clear textures."
Gao Shuyu truly lived up to her reputation as someone who studied under court painters from a young age; her paintings were indeed masterpieces.
Mo Qingkui's face lit up with joy; the Emperor was indeed on her side.
But before she could speak, Gao Xian continued.
"However, I think Lady Xie's paintings are even better."
Upon hearing this, Mo Qingkui's smile froze instantly.