"The art of war is the art of deception. Therefore, if you can do it, you will show that you can't do it, if you use it, you will show that you don't need it, if you are close to it, you will show that you are far away, and if you are far away, you will show that you are close to it. Lure him with profit, seize him with confusion, guard against him with strength, avoid him with force, harass him with anger, humble him with pride, support him with toil, and alienate him with affection. Attack when they are unprepared and catch them off guard."
Dusk was approaching. Haoyue Yi was sitting in front of the table reading Sun Tzu's Art of War. Wan-Er was afraid that she would hurt her eyes, so she lit a candle for her. At this time, Zhu Er was holding a bowl of clear soup that she had carefully made for Haoyue Yi. Although it was not very expensive, it felt cool and refreshing when it slid into her throat. It washed away the fatigue and irritability of the day. What a considerate girl.
"Miss, you are reading the Art of War!？”When Zhu Er was cleaning up the empty bowl of clear soup for me, she found the title of the book that Hao Yue Yi was looking at and actually cried out in surprise.
"Yeah, what's wrong?" Haoyue Yi continued to flip through the books without raising his head.
"This is the first time this servant has seen a woman read this book.”Pearl paused meaningfully for a moment, then said,"Young lady is indeed not comparable to ordinary women."”
Haoyue Yi finally raised his head and looked at the smiling Zhu 'er for a while. Then, he rubbed his tired eyes." Zhu' er, why did you enter the palace?”
"My family had no money, so they sold me into the palace.”Zhu Er still had a smile on her face. She didn't seem to be hurt at all. This was also what puzzled Haoyue Yi. After spending a few days with her, Haoyue Yi became more and more curious about her. He wanted to know more about her.
Wan 'er, who had not spoken at the side, had some sympathy on her delicate little face. Although she was an orphan, she was at least taken in by her master, and her master had treated her well. Compared to Pearl, Wan 'er felt that she was much luckier.
Just as Haoyue Yi was about to continue asking, a eunuch sent word that Aunt Jin had invited all the beautiful women to the main hall. He said that there was something very important to instruct them, so many beautiful women had gathered in the main hall to wait for what Aunt Jin called "important things".
Aunt Jin's expression was still as cold as ever."Just now, Consort Liang has passed down the words that every girl has to prepare a talent show in nine days. If they can't enter the Emperor's and Consort's eyes, they will be disqualified from choosing a consort."”
"Talent? That's simple…" The girls who came to choose the consort this time were naturally beautiful, and they were even more proficient in zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting. When they heard the content of the competition, they were secretly delighted and eager to try.
Zhu Er looked strangely at Haoyue Yi, who was not moving, and asked," What's wrong, Miss? Didn't Aunt Jin already tell him the contents of the competition? Was there something wrong?”
"Miss, you…you don't have any talent, do you?" Wan 'er whispered.”
Haoyue Yi found Wan 'er's words funny, but he didn't want to explain further. He said calmly," Let's go back. I'm a little hungry."
Wan-Er and Zhu-Er looked at each other, watching Haoyue Yi's back as he left. They were still thinking about what they should do if the girl really couldn't pass the talent test…
These days, apart from gathering in the main hall of the Orchids Park at dawn to learn etiquette, Haoyue Yi spent the rest of the time in his room reading seriously. The huge Orchids Park immediately fell into a lively atmosphere. Everyone wanted to show their best image in front of the Emperor, just to win the Emperor's favor, just to get the Consort position.
Half of the ten days had passed, and Haoyue Yi had been nagged by Wan 'er for half the time. Now, he was pacing back and forth behind Haoyue Yi.
"Miss, there are only five days left. Don't just sit here in a daze! If you can't pass the talent show, you won't have a chance.”
On the other hand, Pearl, who was behind him, was able to keep her composure."Wan 'er, the lady is so smart. She must have a plan. Don't be anxious.”He picked up the white jade teapot on the table, poured a cup of tea, and placed it next to Haoyue Yi.
Haoyue Yi looked at Wan-Er, who was swaying in front of her, and said helplessly to Pearl,"Pearl, I really haven't thought of what talent I should prepare.”
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