Chapter 2223: Does the County Princess Like His Looks?

Chapter 2223: Does the County Princess Like His Looks?

What did they just hear? Paintings by Master Shanju?

Master Shanju the Mountain Dweller scholar's artworks, after a four-year absence, were right here, and there were two of them?

One of the young ladies couldn't contain her excitement and grabbed Shu Yu's hand, eagerly asking, "Is there really Master Shanju's artwork on the second floor? Can we go up to see it?"

Shu Yu had always assumed that Meng Yunzheng's artwork was famous only among scholars and merchants looking to profit from it. She hadn't expected it to be so renowned among the noble ladies in the capital.

She blinked and nodded slowly, "Yes, you can go up if you'd like to see."

The young ladies couldn't wait and immediately followed the scholars upstairs.

Meanwhile, Madam Qi's maid quickly returned to the backyard to report.

The scholars who had gone upstairs ahead of the others were pleasantly surprised to find that the recent top scholar, Meng Yunzheng, was there and standing in front of one of the paintings.

They couldn't help but stop in their tracks, one by one bowing respectfully.

Meng Yunzheng smiled and said, "Shanju Master's artworks are right here for you to enjoy."

The scholars then looked in the direction he indicated and saw a dazzling display of golden colors, which immediately captivated their attention.

Meng Yunzheng sat down at a nearby table, poured himself a cup of tea, and leisurely enjoyed it.

There were around a dozen scholars, some of whom eagerly approached the paintings, while others joined Meng Yun Zheng to discuss academic matters.

Shu Yu led a few young ladies upstairs and was greeted by this scene.

The young ladies were somewhat surprised to see Meng Yunzheng on the second floor. They couldn't help but gaze at the top scholar, their faces slightly flushed.

While they hadn't seen Meng Yunzheng's appearance before, they had witnessed it a few days ago during the victory parade. They couldn't help but admire his good looks.

However, they quickly realized that Meng Yunzheng and Shu Yu were already engaged. Despite their admiration, they could only appreciate from afar.

They couldn't help but look at Shu Yu, and one of the young ladies couldn't resist asking, "County Princess, when you got engaged to Young Master Meng a few years ago, were you drawn to his looks?"

After all, a few years ago, Meng Yun Zheng was just a scholar with no official titles.

Shu Yu touched her forehead, "Of course not. Am I that shallow?"

She didn't feel the need to explain the specific reasons for her attraction; they weren't that close.

Just then, Madam Qi and the others also arrived. Madam Qi smiled and said, "I heard that this second floor is a tea room where you can enjoy the paintings."

When Madam Qi arrived, the scholars who were immersed in the paintings and discussions with Meng Yunzheng were taken aback.

This was Madam Qi, the wife of Prime Minister Qi.

Meng Yunzheng was the first to step forward and offer his respects. Madam Qi smiled and said, "I haven't had a chance to congratulate you yet, Scholar Meng."

Meng Yunzheng smiled, "Please don't tease me, Madam."