After being reborn, I was won over by the heartfelt words of my loyal bodyguard.

Chapter 35: Participation

"I didn't expect it to be so lively here. It seems I made the right choice in coming here."

Gan Luo found the voice somewhat familiar, and when he turned around, he was surprised to see it was Xin Ruyu.

How could Xin Ruyu have time to come to the Prime Minister's residence?

She had some doubts in her heart.

All the people around them turned their attention to Xin Ruyu.

"Does anyone here recognize this person?"

"I recently heard from my father that a prince of the opposite sex has returned to the capital. It might be him."

They were all whispering among themselves when Prime Minister Xu said loudly, "Quiet!"

Then, Prime Minister Xu introduced Xin Ruyu.

"This is the Prince, who recently returned to Kyoto."

They all stood up in unison and respectfully bowed to Xin Ruyu.

But most people are particularly curious about Xin Ruyu's purpose in coming here.

"I am only here to participate in the poetry competition with you all, there is no need for such formalities."

But in reality, they were still extremely panicked.

After all, he was a prince, and his status and position were evident.

Furthermore, they had heard that the prince had been pursuing Gan Luo recently.

Since the purpose of coming here is to pursue Gan Luo, it is obvious.

In that instant, no one spoke; they remained silent and unnoticed.

Xu Jinxin could clearly sense that ever since the prince arrived, everyone...

Xu Jinxin is now thinking of finding a husband for Gan Luo.

It seems there's no chance now.

She never expected a prince to suddenly appear out of nowhere.

Why have things been going wrong lately?

Should we go to a temple to pray?

Gan Luo sensed what Xu Jinxin was thinking and felt that Xin Ruyu's arrival was indeed timely.

"I hope you will all treat me as a scholar, not as a prince!"

Subsequently, in order to please them, Xin Ruyu naturally humbled himself and referred to himself as "this young master".

When Gan Luo saw this, he really thought this person was quite ruthless.

Xu Jinxin hurriedly came out and began organizing this poetry competition.

"The poetry competition has three parts. The first part is reciting and matching poems."

"The second part is composing poetry."

"The third part is where you'll have to show off your best skills."

This is something that everyone finds quite interesting, and everyone is really looking forward to it.

"Ms. Xu, since there are such projects now, are there any rewards?"

A reward? It was all just a last-minute change of plans.

Xu Jinxin suddenly remembered: "Recently, I acquired a landscape painting. It was painted by a famous man who traveled to the mountains. Whoever wins the crown will get this landscape painting."

Xu Jinxin turned around and let the maid go into the room to bring out the painting.

When everyone saw this painting, their eyes showed a hint of shock.

It must be said that the painting is incredibly lifelike, as if it were truly right before their eyes.

Gan Luo was also captivated by this painting, but how could he possibly show it?

"Your Highness, may my subordinates participate in this poetry competition?"

The person speaking was Lin Fengmian.

Gan Luo turned to look at Lin Fengmian, somewhat suspicious.

"Lin Fengmian could write poetry?"

After all, Gan Luo had always thought that someone of Lin Fengmian's status should only know how to wield swords and spears, and he never expected that Lin Fengmian would also be so cultured.

"Since you want to participate, then go ahead and participate. I won't say anything."

"What? That bodyguard next to the princess actually thought he could participate in the poetry competition?"

These scholars were clearly shocked.

If they can't even defeat this one guard later, they'll probably be laughed at by everyone.

After all, they had read books countless times, and their extensive knowledge naturally far surpassed that of this mere bodyguard.

"Cousin, I never imagined that one of your little bodyguards would be participating in a poetry competition."

There seemed to be a hint of sarcasm in those words, and Gan Luo could easily hear it.

Gan Luo walked up to Lin Fengmian and asked again.

"Guard Lin, you really should participate in this poetry competition now."

"Your Highness, I have made my decision."

Seeing Lin Fengmian's resolute appearance, Gan Luo finally gave in.

Since he wants to participate, let him participate.

This little guard is one of her people. Do you think these people would dare to bully him nowadays?

If they dared to bully the young guards, Gan Luo would naturally be the first to object.

Gan Luo was ruthless, as everyone has probably heard.

Lin Fengmian naturally got involved, and Xin Ruyu was still a little puzzled as to what Lin Fengmian's intentions were.

But Gan Luo clearly understood that everything he did was for Gan Luo.

It was as if a string in Gan Luo's heart had snapped.

She tried her best to calm her emotions.

Looking around, perhaps only the little guard beside her was truly sincere towards her.

But Gan Luo was particularly curious to know whether, aside from these rules, the young guard would be devoted to him.

Just as they were about to begin, Zhao Wuji unexpectedly arrived.

"I'm so sorry everyone, I was held up at home for a few things and I'm a little late. Please forgive me..."

Zhao Wuji bowed respectfully and apologized.

But he didn't finish his sentence; instead, he focused his gaze on Xin Ruyu.

Xin Ruyu saw Zhao Wuji arrive and walked up to him with a smile.

"Oh, Young Master Zhao! I never expected that we would meet again."

Xin Ruyu slowly walked up to Zhao Wuji and put her hand on Zhao Wuji's shoulder.

Zhao Wuji's expression changed in that instant.

He wondered if he hadn't checked the almanac before going out today.

How did I end up meeting Xin Ruyu here?

Is there such a predestined connection between them?

At that moment, he only felt a slight headache.

However, he had no choice but to agree with Xin Ruyu.

"Yes, Your Highness, what a coincidence."

Everyone knows that Zhao Wuji is in love with Xu Jinxin. Even Xin Ruyu wants to know just how beautiful Xu Jinxin is that she could make Zhao Wuji abandon the princess…

Looking at it now, Xu Jinxin is nothing special.

Xu Jinxin noticed that Xin Ruyu seemed to be staring at her, and couldn't help but ponder in her heart.

"Could it be that this prince has taken a liking to her?"

If one could marry someone of princely status, it wouldn't be a bad deal.

"Your Highness..."

Before anyone could finish speaking, she took her hand off Zhao Wuji's shoulder and took out a hairpin from her bosom.

“Princess, I brought this from my fiefdom. I have long wanted to give it to you, but I have never had the chance. Now I feel that the opportunity has come, so I will give it to you.”