The shards of the teacup were clenched in Ji Zizhao’s palm, but before she could make a move, Xie Jingqi drew another feather arrow from his quiver and aimed at the first feather arrow, which was already close to hitting the target. He shot another arrow.
Everyone was stunned.
The arrow from behind flew out with unexpected speed. Its sharp tip pierced the tail of the first feather arrow, directly altering its trajectory.
With a loud "clang!"
The target held by the Turkic soldier was split in two by the feather arrow!
Upon closer inspection, it was seen that the first feather arrow, propelled by the second, had not only pierced the bullseye but also pinned the copper coin that had been placed in the center of the bullseye to the post behind it.
The two Turks felt their hands go numb and let go of the target, unable to hold it any longer.
Such a precise shot brought an immediate silence to the hall.
"Good!"
Someone shouted first, and then a deafening applause erupted in the hall.
General Muman stared intently at the feather arrow, which was firmly and accurately lodged in the post, his face growing increasingly grim.
Mu Shizhen's expression was no better.
Even the envoys from Yulin, while cheering, stared with wide, disbelieving eyes.
Who would have thought that the Seventh Prince, who was always known for his idleness and indulgence, would have such a brilliant moment.
If possible, they would have recorded this scene in history!
Xie Jingqi, however, whistled nonchalantly and looked at Mu Shizhen, saying, "You said your archery was peerless, is this all?"
Mu Shizhen: "..."
Did this Seventh Prince of Yulin not know the meaning of modesty!
General Muman smiled awkwardly, "I did not expect the Seventh Prince of Yulin's archery skills to be so superb. Today, we of the Turks have been enlightened. I apologize, but my son still needs to inspect the city gates, so he will not be able to accompany the Seventh Prince of Yulin any further."
After speaking, General Muman signaled Mu Shizhen to leave quickly.
Negotiations with Yulin were imminent, and Mu Shizhen's presence here would only remind everyone of the embarrassing situation they had just faced.
Hearing this, Ji Zizhao was secretly alarmed.
At this time, her second sister and Lian Ju were likely already making their move.
If Mu Shizhen were to go to the city gates for inspection, he would surely run into her second sister and the others.
Ji Zizhao was not worried that her second sister and Lian Ju would be no match for Mu Shizhen, but if Mu Shizhen were to see their faces, even if the plan succeeded, it would leave endless hidden dangers.
"Matters of state, I, a woman, confess I cannot understand. I beg the young Turkic general to wait for me. I will leave with the young Turkic general." Ji Zizhao slowly stood up and walked towards Mu Shizhen.
As long as she could get out of here, she could find a way to drug Mu Shizhen.
Although she was not confident she could make Mu Shizhen forget everything, it was always better than letting Mu Shizhen see what he shouldn't.
However, before Ji Zizhao could approach Mu Shizhen, she saw another figure step between them.
Princess Ashiya glared fiercely at Ji Zizhao, her voice laced with undisguised sarcasm, "I never expected Yulin women to be so shameless, willingly walking alongside a stranger."
Ji Zizhao looked up at Princess Ashiya, whose eyes were filled with rage, and something clicked in her heart.
So this princess had feelings for Mu Shizhen.
If that was the case, she could use this princess to delay Mu Shizhen.
This way, it would be a win-win situation.