"Are you still uncomfortable?" Yu Jingchen asked, rubbing Nan Zhiyun's hand.
"It's a little sore," Nan Zhiyun said, still feeling a bit shy about the topic. After all, it was her first time using her hands like that; she hadn't known it was possible before.
"And your body? Is it any better?" Yu Jingchen continued to ask.
"It doesn't hurt anymore," Nan Zhiyun shook her head, not feeling much discomfort today.
"I'll take you horseback riding later. Are you interested?" Yu Jingchen said.
Horseback riding? Nan Zhiyun was a bit taken aback. Why would she need to learn to ride a horse? But... it was quite appealing, and seemed like it would be fun. She had been feeling bored lately, so going for a ride would be a good option.
So, after a moment's hesitation, Nan Zhiyun looked at Yu Jingchen and then nodded.
Seeing her willingness, Yu Jingchen felt a surge of joy. "When we get to the hunting grounds, I can also take you out and we can have a great time," Yu Jingchen suddenly found himself looking forward to this spring hunt.
"Okay," Nan Zhiyun said, feeling both excited and apprehensive, worried her performance might not be good enough.
Yu Jingchen kissed Nan Zhiyun's lips. "Today I had someone select a horse, specially reserved for you. Shall I take you to see it?" Yu Jingchen stood up.
"Really? Will that horse be mine from now on?" Nan Zhiyun hadn't expected to own a horse all to herself.
"Naturally. Let's go, I'll take you to see it." The moment Yu Jingchen saw the horse, he thought of Nan Zhiyun. He had never seen her ride before.
Upon arriving at the stables, a palace attendant led over a horse. It was completely white, and Nan Zhiyun was immediately captivated.
She looked at Yu Jingchen, her eyes shining with undisguised delight. Yu Jingchen understood her unspoken request.
"It's alright, this horse is very gentle. You can touch her," Yu Jingchen said.
Nan Zhiyun gently bit her lip, feeling a little nervous, but still reached out. The little white horse lifted a hoof, and Nan Zhiyun, a bit scared, withdrew her hand.
"Don't be afraid, she won't hurt you. I'm here," Yu Jingchen said in a gentle voice. He then took Nan Zhiyun's hand and slowly guided it towards the white horse.
The moment they touched, Nan Zhiyun found it strangely novel. She looked at Yu Jingchen, "Your Majesty... what is her name?"
"She doesn't have a name yet. From now on, she belongs to Yun'er. Why don't Yun'er give her a name?" Yu Jingchen curved his lips.
"Then... how about 'Grape'?" Nan Zhiyun wasn't very good at naming things.
Hearing the name, Yu Jingchen immediately said, "Good."
Xing Lai: ...Your Majesty, you are truly casual. Do you even have a bottom line? Grape? It's a wonder Consort Shu could even think of such a name... Oh, wait, only Consort Shu would come up with a name like this.
Hearing Yu Jingchen's agreement, Nan Zhiyun smiled in satisfaction, and then began stroking the 'Grape' in front of her.
"Do you want to try riding her?" Yu Jingchen asked, seeing Nan Zhiyun's interest.
Nan Zhiyun wanted to, but... she was still a little scared. The horse looked quite tall, and she wasn't sure how she would even get on. What if she couldn't stay balanced?
Sensing Nan Zhiyun's fear, Yu Jingchen embraced her from behind. "I'm here, what are you afraid of? Do you want to give it a try?" he asked again.