Qi Jue followed her leisurely, "Today is the Double Ninth Festival, hosted by the Ministry of Rites. Every year, fireworks are set off on this day and night."
No wonder the streets are full of people, they all come to watch the fireworks.
"So Your Highness plans to have dinner out today? Or you young people will celebrate the festival."
Qi Jue looked at her, "If I remember correctly, you are four years younger than me."
You young people talk about her as if she is very old and an elder.
Yan Mingzhu, on the other hand, kept it deep in her heart that she was not an elder. When she was making great achievements outside, Qi Jue was just a little kid playing in the mud.
If calculated according to normal age, Qi Jue would have to call her sister when he saw her.
"I never celebrate any festivals."
But before Yan Mingzhu could answer, Qi Jue added the second half of the sentence lightly.
This time Yan Mingzhu reacted quickly, and she immediately understood that it was because of her presence that he went out to eat out during this festival.
"Then it is because of my blessing that Your Highness has the opportunity to watch the fireworks while dining outside, and experience the smell of fireworks in this earthly world?"
Qi Jue chuckled, this woman was able to get an advantage and behave well.
As he was talking, a voice came from not far away: "Isn't this the Nine Emperor Brothers? What a coincidence, it's rare to see a busy man like you out for a walk!"
Hearing the sound and looking around, he saw that the person standing on the deck of a relief boat on the river was none other than the prince.
Qi Jue looked over and said softly: "I certainly don't have as much leisure as the prince and brother."
The prince's smile froze, this guy really couldn't spit out ivory from his mouth!
However, for today's big plan, the prince reluctantly endured this tone.
"We are destined to meet each other. The Nine Emperor Brothers are here to watch the fireworks tonight, right? You came to Gu's painting boat, but Gu asked someone early to occupy the best viewing spot. Tonight, we two brothers will drink and talk together!"
When the prince usually saw him, he wished he could poke holes in his body with his eyes, but today he suddenly and enthusiastically called him brother and brother. Isn't it obvious that there is no silver in this place for three hundred taels? It has a purpose?
"This king does not want to have any fate with the prince and brother."
Qi Jue didn't want to talk to him at all. After replying coldly, he lowered his head and said to Yan Mingzhu: "Let's go."
"Hey, isn't this the third girl Yan Mingzhu from Pingchang Earl's Palace? Speaking of which, the eldest lady of the Pei family is Gu's aunt. Miss Yan had a marriage with her eldest cousin before, so we can be considered cousins.
I have heard about what my eldest cousin did to Miss Yan San earlier. My eldest cousin really deserves to be taught a lesson. How can a man bully a weak woman?
If Miss Yan San doesn’t dislike it, will you act alone today and make a good apology to the girl on behalf of your eldest cousin?”
For some reason, Qi Jue felt inexplicably uncomfortable when he heard the prince mention the marriage between Yan Mingzhu and Pei Zhuoran. He just wanted to ask the prince to shut up that annoying mouth.
Qi Jue frowned and was about to speak when he heard Yan Mingzhu smile and say: "I originally thought that the people who are related to the Pei family are all vulgar and rude young people, but I didn't expect that His Highness the Crown Prince is sensible.
, I rushed here to apologize, it’s hard to refuse this enthusiasm.”
Look at the art of speaking. He not only scolded the Pei family, but also satirized the prince. It can be said that he killed two birds with one stone.
The prince clenched his fists, took two deep breaths, and managed to maintain the false smile on his face.
Qi Jue frowned and looked at Yan Mingzhu, but Yan Mingzhu blinked at him quickly and whispered: "Your Highness, don't be anxious. If you don't educate the unjust big brother who comes to your door, it won't be a waste."
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After saying that, Yan Mingzhu took the lead in walking towards the boat.
Qi Jue sighed helplessly, and could only change his plan, and followed Yan Mingzhu on the boat.
This painting boat is very spacious, with all the facilities in the cabin, and there are even singers and dancers, which is full of luxury.
After sitting down in his seat, the prince clapped his hands and said, "There are no musicians in the Ninth Emperor's house. I'm afraid they rarely watch song and dance performances on weekdays, right? The musicians in the boat today were all invited from the Jiaofang Division.
Yes, the singing and dancing are one of a kind, I guarantee that the Nine Emperor Brothers will make you linger after watching it!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the music started, and the singers dressed up in colorful clothes danced.
Ordinary men would already be fascinated by these charming singers.
But Qi Jue didn't even look at it and didn't dare to be interested at all.
The prince glanced at the chamberlain next to him. The chamberlain immediately understood and walked over with the wine bottle.
"Brother Nine Emperors, how unhappy would it be to just enjoy dancing without the company of fine wine? Try this pot of spring scenery in the Dongting, which is truly a masterpiece!"
The waiter poured a full cup into Qi Jue's cup.
At this time, Yan Mingzhu spoke: "Since there is good wine, His Highness the Crown Prince does not want to give it to me to try. Is it too stingy?"
Qi Jue originally had a cold face, but when he heard Yan Mingzhu's words, he couldn't help but frown, and immediately remembered how drunk Yan Mingzhu was staggering around in the palace that day.
If this were in the palace, it would be okay if she got drunk in any way, but this was outside, and there was an annoying guy like the prince here, so she must not be allowed to get drunk.
But before Qi Jue spoke, Yan Mingzhu blinked at him quickly, signaling him not to worry.
"I didn't expect Miss Yan San to know how to drink. I'll fill it up for you. I'll be alone with you today, and I won't stop getting drunk!"
The waiter poured another full glass. Yan Mingzhu picked up the glass, put it to the tip of her nose and smelled it, "The wine is rich in aroma, it's really good wine!"
"You can't..."
As soon as Qi Jue finished speaking, he was suddenly held by a cold and delicate hand.
My heart seemed to be grabbed at the same time, and my heart beat faster for several seconds.
Why did she suddenly grab his hand? Could it be that she knew that she was not a good drinker and asked him to protect her?
As soon as he thought of this, Qi Jue felt slightly cool fingertips writing on the palm of his hand.
Yan Mingzhu wrote: There is medicine in wine.
Qi Jue instantly narrowed his cold eyes. It turned out that the prince had this idea. Oh, it was really good. If he came to die on his own, wouldn't he be denying him the face if he didn't fulfill his wish?
However, before Qi Jue could make the next move, Yan Mingzhu stood up.
Holding the cup in his hand, he came to the prince.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince not only extended a warm invitation, but also offered singing, dancing and fine wine. I accept this apology and do it first as a token of respect!"
Just as she was about to drink, Yan Mingzhu suddenly tilted her body and hit the table. When no one else noticed, she quickly exchanged the cup in her hand with the cup on the table.
"Is Miss Yan San okay?"
The prince was about to reach out and pretend to be concerned, but Qi Jue moved faster than him.
He held Yan Mingzhu's arm and instantly pulled her to his side.