Wang Jingru, the daughter of Censor Wang, was the one who drew the lotus flower alongside Qi Yanjing. Suppressing her excitement, she said to the group with bashful grace, "Like the Crown Prince, I have drawn the lotus."
At once, many women looked her way with envy. The Empress, seated above, was quite satisfied with this outcome. She looked Wang Jingru up and down; while she was not a peerless beauty, she possessed the advantage of youth. From afar, Wang Jingru’s figure was as slender as a willow, with delicate features and cherry-red lips—a vision of gentle and virtuous beauty.
"Very well, since this is fate, let everyone find their match and prepare for the talent showcase," the Empress said with a cheerful smile.
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