After being reminded by many people, Xiao Xi finally found his horse--although he did not want to face this reality, but it was indeed the former ride, called Dougen, now has grown up.
This horse, though not large in size, was sturdy and plump, bearing a resemblance to Xiao Xi. With a yellowish complexion and thick brown coat, it had a short tail and legs, but was blessed with a large head—big mouth, ears, and nose—though its eyes were slightly smaller.
And when it comes to these eyes... theyre no ordinary pair. Mirroring Xiao Xis eyes perfectly—where Xiao Xis resemble two delicate threads, his vehicles eyes are about the size of mung beans, small and perfectly round. Together, they create an irresistibly charming contrast thats simply brilliant.
Even the stunning beauty Ning er couldnt help but cover her mouth and laugh when she saw this. Though Ah Jun appeared normal on the surface and genuinely understood Xiao Xis feelings, his heart was racing uncontrollably. He forced a calm smile, pretending to suppress his emotions, while tears streamed down his cheeks.
If this is true of ones own company, there is no need to say more about others.
Of course, the little princess was even more amused, laughing heartily as if she had finally gotten what she wanted. At that moment, Ah Jun accidentally noticed that the spoiled little girl had suddenly turned into a cute little girl again—how wonderful!
Of course, this pairing makes one wonder if the queen of the realm might have deliberately dressed Xiao Xi in these sandals for her daughters sake. But Xiao Xi is the heart of it all. Seeing the little fairys delighted expression, he just laughs it off—after all, hes grown accustomed to it.
"Drive... yawn... oh!"
Then, with the help of the trainer Uncle Tian Ji, Ah Jun learned and practiced the theoretical knowledge, and then refined and formed his own experience. At this time, Ning Er took the lead and Ah Jun followed, and they began to train on the grassland.
Among them, Ninger was the most skilled among the three of them, and her coordination with Shuangjiang was very tacit, just like a partner for many years. Both the speed and the skill made the others amazed.
As a newcomer, Ah Jun was far weaker—his initial nervousness slowed his adaptation. The boys expressionless face and disoriented gaze showed he was desperately trying to adjust... This scene delighted the little princess beside him. Watching Ah Juns timid demeanor, she felt her anger ease by more than half.
However, Tian Jike, the trainer accompanying Ajun, was different. He appeared relaxed, though he didnt say a word. From his satisfied expression and nodding, it was clear he seemed to approve of this underperforming child...
— Well, young man, youve got a future, and Im optimistic about you! It seems that the son of fate is always looked up to wherever he goes...
Of course, how can you not mention Xiao Xi when talking about three people walking? But the kids car looks solid, but its actually fat, and with Xiao Xis own weight, it moves slowly, even slower than the new guy, Ah Jun.
Although Xiao Xi had been trying hard to urge the horse, the clown had been so relaxed and comfortable that Xiao Xi was humiliated, and the little princess watching the show on the side had begun to laugh and rub her stomach.
As a result, the poor car naturally became the focus of Xiao Xis complaints.
— Ah! Human beings, in such a beautiful time and place, why bother to compete with others? We can just take a walk, breathe, and then go back to eat and sleep. How relaxing...
Oh, so tired... I had a long talk with my partner last night. Im really tired!
Hey, bro, why are you getting heavier? I know youre working hard, but youre still complaining. Ever heard the Tortoise and the Hare story?
When it comes to EQ, the comic duo and Tangbao are neck and neck—both bearing heavy burdens, yet enduring the bitter pill of silence. Of course, even those who understand it can relate, let alone someone as blunt as Xiao Xi.
Come on, Brother Lu, lets go find Jiyin--its so boring here now!
"Um..."
"Well, well... that kid is really clever... after just a little practice, he doesnt need Tian Ji to watch him anymore!"
Meanwhile, the Emperor and Empress, who had been watching from the sidelines, kept their eyes on Ajuns every move. As the child made steady progress, the Empresss gaze remained as stern as ever—whether because she held him to impossible standards or couldnt bear to see him succeed. The Emperor, however, watched with a smile, even offering praise.
Of course, Ah Jun did not disappoint the favor. With the help of the trainer and the horse, he successfully passed the practice and condensed the original knowledge into his own equestrian experience. Just as Xiao Xi was about to catch up, Ah Jun slapped and shouted, and he ran away in a swoosh!
What are you doing? I barely made it.
As the dust stirred by Xiao Qianli gradually settled, behind Ah Jun, a pair of eyebrow-like lines and two green bean-shaped eyes stared blankly, their eyes filled with envy and helplessness.
—Hey, didnt I say persistence is victory? Look how fast they run, and look at you—you cant even run as fast as I can!
"Wow, how refreshing it is to run!"
Although Xiao Qianli was not riding fast at this moment, it was a great pleasure for Xiao Ajun, who had never ridden a horse before and did not dare to try it, because he not only gained a new skill, but also broke his inner shackles.
Of course, Maer, as Ah Juns little coach, was happy--after all, Ah Jun was light, gentle and didnt treat them like a car.
The feeling should be more like a friend, because at the beginning, he is like Ninger, who will get in touch with the horse in advance, get familiar with it and talk to it.
-Ah Jun is good at this, no wonder so many small animals like him.
"Hmm... Running so slowly, whats the fun in it? Hey, dare you race again?"
"Hmm? Oh... I might as well give up. Ive just learned it, so I cant compete with the princesss horsemanship..."
"Well, Im afraid..."
"Fear you? We dont care to compare ourselves with you!"
"What... Duanmu Xi, why are you still as timid as before? Haha, scared?"
Hey... What are you talking about? Whos afraid of whom? Come on, lets see whos got it better! Right? Hmm... Wait, Ill go with Ah Juns idea!
However, some couldnt stand Ah Juns charm. Shortly after he mastered the art, the young princess returned from the stable with Yuwen Lu, leading a white steed. At first glance, the horse perfectly matched the princesss elegance. Without even mentioning other qualities, its very presence radiated an aristocratic aura.
And the horse, it really looked very beautiful, and the picture of the little princess with it, it was a good sight to look at!
Of course, Ah Juns sincere praise did not get him any benefit, but it was because of the so-called excessive attention that he attracted the girl.
Yet remarkably, the young princesss expression shifted from initial displeasure to sudden brightness. The irony was complete: she should have refused the boys advances, but after pausing, she lowered her head, gave a faint chuckle, and then—miraculously—directed her gaze at Ah Jun and his companions, declaring war...
Ah Jun was firmly opposed to this. Not to mention his equestrian skills, he was afraid that if something unexpected happened, the queen would fly off the handle. Besides, he had seen the little princesss temper yesterday. So, at this moment, he politely refused the girls challenge.
However, as Ah Juns best friend, Xiao Xi couldnt stand others mocking his brother, let alone insulting him. Then, the chubby boy impulsively made a decision for everyone... Of course, Ah Jun immediately stopped him, but it was too late.
Because Xiao Xis actions hit the mark of the little princesss scheme — the clever girl used a ploy of provocation to successfully sway Xiao Xi. Now, the second step is to strike while the iron is hot...
Then the little princess smiled gently and gave Ah Jun two choices--either to fight, two games, as long as Ah Jun and his team won one game, the past grudges would be wiped out!
Either admit defeat... or dont compete, but the boy must publicly kneel and apologize for his inappropriate behavior yesterday!
— Such an insulting clause... Who could stand it? No one!
Xiao Xi was the first to refuse, and at this moment, Ning Er also protested. As for Ah Jun, he was now in a difficult position. Although he did not want to fight again or be at odds with the girls, in fact, some problems could not be avoided.
So, Ah Jun had no choice but to face the challenge. If he decided to take it on, he had to give it his all. His elder sister had always told him that giving his best in a competition was the most sincere way to show respect to his opponent.
"Well... ok!"
Good... Hmph, wait and see. Today, this princess will make you lose your heart and accept it!
The races were still decided by the King and Queen, with trainer Tian Ji assisting. There were two one-on-one speed races with no technical challenges. The riders raced around the course once and charged toward the finish line, with speed being the main competition. Of course, there were also many tricks involved.
Every element—starting power, mid-race endurance, sprinting energy, and timing—is crucial. Even if youre a pro with a BMW, you might not beat a veteran duo. The real issue is that Xiao Gongzhu and Yuwen Lu are formidable, while Ajuns team only has Ninger as their ace, creating a clear imbalance.
However, since there are now two games, Ah Jun and his team only need to win one to win, so there is a chance. But this naturally becomes a difficult problem for Ah Jun to worry about. What should he do?
It looks like winning a round is tough—both of them are excellent at equestrian skills, but only Ning er can take on the other. Xiao Xi and I... well, we cant let Ninger win both rounds!
— Well, right, I think of it...
"Uncle Tian, may I ask who has better horsemanship, the princess and Yuwen Law?"
This... If were talking about overall strength, its definitely Lord Law, but when it comes to this speed race, our Princess殿下 is one of the best. After all, shes my master Boyues favorite student!