Time Travel: Pampered by the Aloof Prince-Chapter 41 - Why Not Let Princess Qi Play a Tune too

But she couldn’t tell the truth.

Moreover, even if she did, no one would believe her!

She rubbed her temples painfully.

Having just escaped death and coupled with the strange occurrences in her space, her head felt like it was about to explode.

With a pained expression, she attempted to defend herself, “Prince, I know this is hard to explain, but I can assure you, I will not disappear!”

Li Mingjue glanced at her, “Really?”

Qi Yu raised four fingers, speaking earnestly, “I swear!

At least until I have cured your illness, I will not disappear without reason, so don’t worry!”

Hearing this, Li Mingjue’s recently softened expression instantly turned cold again.

His unwavering gaze fixed on her as he asked, pausing between each word, “So, you ultimately plan to leave me?”

His tone was laden with thick anger, and the words Qi Yu was about to blurt out suddenly got stuck in her throat.

She had indeed contemplated this matter, and her thoughts had not changed up to now.

After all, she was not from this dynasty; if there was a chance to go back, she would certainly leave.

But facing Li Mingjue’s slightly stunned gaze, her lips felt sealed with glue, utterly unable to broach the subject.

Her hesitation deeply wounded Li Mingjue’s eyes; although he had held some hope, his heart had now sunk.

“Well then, how could this small Prince Qiu Residence keep you!”

Leaving those words behind, he left without looking back at her ever again.

Watching his departing figure, Qi Yu suddenly felt a tightness in her chest.

She pursed her lips, looking at the plate of osmanthus cakes on the table, feeling appetites for the first time.

Seeing the two part on bad terms, Li Bo was extremely anxious.

He could not persuade Li Mingjue, but he still managed to say a few words to Qi Yu.

“Princess may not know, these osmanthus cakes were specifically bought by the Prince from Zuichun Building after leaving the court,” Li Bo said quietly.

Qi Yu opened her mouth but couldn’t say a word.

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Li Bo sighed, “Just now, the Prince realized you were missing, and had people search every place in the residence.”

Qi Yu hung her head, and after a long silence, she said, “I’m sorry.”

Seeing her confused expression, Li Bo finally couldn’t bear it and said with an aged tone, “Although this old servant doesn’t know what transpired between the Prince and Princess, the Prince has always treated you differently from the start!”

Qi Yu’s pupils dilated slightly, as if something inside her was breaking.

Yet before she could make sense of it, Li Mingjue had already decided to ignore her.

In the carriage, Qi Yu sat in her splendid attire, her face’s freckles had faded a bit more than last time, and her closed-eye demeanor did resemble that of a peerless beauty.

Last night, she had almost stayed awake all through the night, and today was the grand autumn hunt ceremony; as the wife of Prince Qiu, she definitely had to attend.

Chunlan and Shen Nanxing were accompanying her in the carriage, seeing her dispirited look, they both felt a touch of heartache.

“Once we arrive at the hunting ground, Princess, please don’t run around!” Chunlan, worried her Princess was unaware of the rules, hastily reminded her before they disembarked the carriage.

“Also, Miss Qi will also be accompanying Prince An today.

Princess… it would be best to keep your distance from her.”

Qi Yu acknowledged faintly.

Rules or no rules, she simply did not care.

On the hunting ground, where swords and daggers care not for their targets, if Qi Anran really dared to provoke her, that would truly be a death wish.

“Princess Qi, we have arrived.” The carriage stopped on an open plain, and outside, an eunuch called out to her.

Supported by Chunlan and Shen Nanxing on either side, Qi Yu slowly stepped down from the carriage; her outfit was visually appealing but hardly practical for movement.

The eunuch initially looked at her with a hint of disdain, but upon seeing her face clearly, he suddenly paused.

Wasn’t the Princess Qi supposed to be an extraordinarily ugly fool?

On the other side, Qi Anran also saw Qi Yu’s face, which unlike usual, was not revolting, and she tightened her grip under her sleeves.

A hint of hatred flashed in her eyes.

Today, she must make sure this fool never returns!

Qi Yu ignored those looks of astonishment or contempt as if she saw none; her eyes focused on a familiar figure ahead, feeling somewhat helpless.

He had left the day before and never returned to his room all night.

She had planned to tell him about what she had overheard at Prince An’s Residence, but at the moment, doubted whether he would want to listen.

All she could do now was to keep a close eye on Li Ming’an’s actions and ensure his plans did not succeed.

Shen Xihe stealthily looked back and couldn’t help but poke Li Mingjue, “Is it my imagination or does your Princess seem prettier than a few days ago?”

Li Mingjue, without turning his head, coldly replied, “What does that have to do with this Prince?”

Shen Xihe touched his nose and whispered, “Having a fight, huh?”

Li Mingjue glanced at him, and Shen Xihe immediately raised his fan to cover his face.

“I was just remarking!

Pretend I was just letting off some air!”

Li Mingjue couldn’t be bothered with him.

Ahead, Li Tianze mounted his horse and shot an arrow into the sky.

A goose fell from the air.

Seeing this, everyone collectively complimented, “The Emperor is mighty!”

Li Tianze smiled and said to both Li Mingjue and Li Ming’an behind him, “I have grown old.

This year, I want to see which one of you can capture the prize.”

Li Mingjue and Li Ming’an rode forward, and at a command, they immediately spurred their horses toward the front.

Military Officers followed in succession, and some daring civil servants also rode out.

Shen Xihe, despite the disdainful looks from the others, boldly sat down to rest.

His hands were not meant for carrying, his shoulders not for bearing; why go out and court death?

Because the Empress was unwell, Li Tianze had only brought Noble Consort An.

Noble Consort An exchanged a glance with Qi Anran, who was sitting below, and the latter slowly stood up, “Your Majesty, why not let Anran play a melody to cheer on the brave warriors of Dazhao?”

Li Tianze, having drunk some wine and in high spirits, waved his hand, “This Emperor allows it!”

Qi Anran twisted her waist as she rose, every move exaggerated.

Chunlan, unable to bear watching, quipped from behind Qi Yu, “One would think she was a dancer from somewhere!”

Qi Yu sipped her wine indifferently, feeling that Qi Anran’s look at her earlier was somewhat malicious.

After playing a piece, Qi Anran received some rewards.

But she didn’t hurry to accept them, instead pointing in the direction of Qi Yu.

Qi Yu met her gaze squarely.

The chill in Qi Anran’s eyes was palpable, but her face held a gentle smile as she softly spoke, “Your Majesty, why not let the Princess Qi also play a piece?”