The princess was ordained by Heaven.

Chapter 235 Not even sparing himself

Time flies, and it arrives in the blink of an eye.

Before they knew it, it was time for Zheng Xun and You Botao to meet.

This day was bustling with activity.

Whether they believed in Zheng Xun or not, they all wanted to join in the fun.

Fortunately, Zheng Xun had anticipated that there would be many people coming, so he borrowed a spacious horse farm as the venue.

A group of officials, led by You Botao, were inside, while a group of commoners invited by Dazhuang were outside. In the middle, a high platform was temporarily built up with wooden boxes.

"Give way, please give way."

Lu Mengying led the way with a blank expression, while Zheng Xun carried a banner and swaggered behind.

Zheng Xun was wearing a small Taoist robe, his hair was combed into a Taoist bun, and a black tassel hung on his collar, looking like a little charlatan.

Once she stepped onto the platform, her unique attire instantly attracted a lot of attention.

Some people forgot the purpose of the expedition and began to excitedly discuss it.

"That's a princess? She doesn't look like one to me!"

"Princess Yuanjia is so young? She is indeed at an age where she doesn't know any better."

"Wouldn't we be suspected of bullying a child by doing this?"

"No, they didn't act like children when they were messing with us."

The officials, on the other hand, were divided into two groups.

Most on one side believed that one should not offend the princess, and those who questioned the princess were all arrogant, old-fashioned fools.

On the other hand, most people thought the princess was just being silly, and that those who supported her were spineless sycophants.

The two groups were clearly separated, each afraid of getting involved with the other.

But regardless of their reasons for making their current choices, they all have one thing in common: none of them truly trust Zheng Xun from the bottom of their hearts.

Zheng Xun went up to the high platform, looked around, but couldn't find a place to put the banner.

Lu Mengying thoughtfully took the banner, then unfolded it, stood it up, and held it steadily in her hand.

On the green banner were written several large characters: "Zheng the Half-Immortal, whose Calculations Are Infallible".

Wu Zongyu and the others below: ...

Using the surname "Guo" in such a context always feels childish.

Wu Zongyu looked helplessly at the young man holding the gong beside him: "Let's begin."

The young man nodded, struck the gong he was carrying, and with each strike he shouted, "Silence!"

The young man had a loud voice; even the lingering echo of the gong couldn't drown it out.

After three attempts, the crowd finally quieted down.

Wu Zongyu led the way and bowed to Zheng Xun.

Regardless of anything else, Princess Zheng Xun's status is undeniable, and everyone here must bow their heads when they see her.

Zheng Xun said calmly, "Get up."

Pang Yunyi sighed inwardly.

The princess wasn't particularly strict about etiquette in private, but when she sat on the high platform, she exuded an aura of power, as if she deserved anyone kneeling before her.

He's got the makings of an emperor...

Zheng Xun's gaze swept lightly over the crowd.

No wonder those in high positions always value etiquette.

Even the most arrogant person, with the strongest emotions, will lose some of their momentum the moment they bow their head and kneel.

Most people are very likely to back down when faced with risks and high mountains.

For example, some people realized Zheng Xun's power and status during this ceremony, and their desire to cause trouble instantly subsided.

From her vantage point, she could clearly see the subtle movements of everyone below.

She suddenly thought of the imperial court, where ministers said they dared not look directly at the emperor's face. Didn't they know that showing their eyes and faces would reveal too many emotions?

Zheng Xun snapped out of his wild associations, cleared his throat, and announced loudly, "Thank you all for coming today. Let's go one by one. Now, you have about half a cup of tea's time to elect the first person to come up on stage."

Knowing that many people must have questions, Pang Yunyi asked eagerly, "What is the princess planning to do?"

"Naturally, it proves these four words."

Zheng Xun walked to Lü Mengying's side and pointed to the four characters "Infallible Calculation": "Since you all doubt my ability to calculate, I will prove it to you. I am ready. Are you all ready to have your secrets exposed to everyone? Of course, to avoid you thinking that I am cheating, I will not participate in the selection of people."

Pang Yunyi put his arm around Che Zhong'an's shoulder and whispered, "I hope the princess is well prepared."

Che Zhong'an moved away from him unhappily: "What are you preparing?"

"It seems the princess doesn't trust you the most," Pang Yunyi said, then struck up a conversation with Wu Zongyu. "Did you arrange this for the princess?"

"What are the arrangements?"

"It's all an act!"

Che Zhong'an was speechless and silently walked around to the other side of Wu Zongyu.

Pang Yunyi scratched his head: "No way, could the princess really be able to predict the future?"

After Zheng Xun finished speaking, a great uproar broke out below.

Everyone knows they're not a princess, but very few have the courage to be the first.

Just then, You Botao stepped forward.

"Since everyone is hesitant, why don't I give it a try?"

Those who knew You Botao immediately revealed confident smiles: "It's a sure thing!"

The person next to him asked curiously, "Why was he so sure of himself when he went up there?"

"You Botao is the most stubborn of all, and the hardest to fool."

Zheng Xun smiled and raised his hand, gesturing for him to sit down in front of him: "Lord You, would you like me to speak or for you to ask and answer?"

You Botao was worried that she had secretly investigated him, so he chose the second option without hesitation: "I ask, you answer."

Zheng Xun raised his hand and said casually, "Please."

What did I eat this morning?

“From the time you woke up until now, you’ve only drunk two sips of hot water.”

Those who came with You Botao did hear him mention this on the way. He even complained that he didn't have time to eat anything before rushing over.

Those two sips of water were given to him by his colleagues.

You Botao's expression remained unchanged as he continued, "When I was twelve years old, I borrowed something from my neighbor next door..."

"Your spatula broke, but the neighbor's son tripped and fell on his way to get it for you. The spatula got mud on it, but he didn't say anything, so you didn't know."

You Botao: I was wondering why the spatula was a bit dirty, I thought it was because the neighbor was too messy.

"What I'm wearing around my neck right now..."

"You bought a piece of uncarved jade from a merchant for five taels of silver, but in reality, he picked it up from the roadside and it was worthless."

You Botao: ...

Didn't we agree that he would ask and she would answer?

Why does she always say unnecessary things?

Zheng Xun laughed and said, "Do you believe me now?"

You Botao remained silent.

He had heard of some reclusive masters who could know the past and the future, but he always scoffed at such rumors.

Moreover, she has to act convincingly; these kinds of details can't be predicted by fortune tellers.

As he pondered, his stubborn streak suddenly surfaced, so much so that he didn't even bother to think about it.

He asked, skeptical, "What did I do to get beaten by my mother when I was twenty?"

Zheng Xun: ?

Goodness, this person is so obsessed with something that he won't even forgive himself!

Seeing that she couldn't give an answer immediately, You Botao said smugly, "Can't answer now, can you?"