Every time the prince opens his eyes, he sees

Lu Yaoyao on the stage was dressed in gorgeous costumes, wearing an intricate headdress and exquisite makeup. Her every move showed her extraordinary elegance, completely different from her usual free and unrestrained appearance.

The role of Empress Luoying she played seemed like a fairy walking out of a painting, gentle and mysterious, and every look was eye-catching.

The audience was deeply attracted by her performance, and there were thunderous applause and cheers.

Liu Wenxuan was even more stunned, and the unspeakable thoughts in his heart became stronger and stronger.

He thought of the delicacy and gentleness that Lu Yaoyao occasionally showed in her daily life, as well as her seemingly casual yet meaningful words, and his heart couldn't help but feel ripples.

After the show, Lu Yaoyao slowly walked off the stage and came in front of Liu Wenxuan, with a sly smile in her eyes, "Brother Wenxuan, do you still recognize me?"

Liu Wenxuan's Adam's apple rolled, and it took him a while to find his voice, "Brother Lu...you, you are actually a woman?"

Lu Yaoyao nodded gently, a smile of relief in her eyes. "Yes, my real name is Lu Yaoyao. Due to family reasons, I have been studying abroad disguised as a man. Brother Wenxuan, do you blame me for keeping it a secret from you for so long?"

Liu Wenxuan felt mixed emotions: surprise, confusion, but more of joy and relief.

It turned out that the indescribable emotion in his heart during those days was not an illusion.

He also thought he had fallen in love with the wrong person and that there was something wrong with his sexual orientation.

He shook his head and said sincerely, "Don't blame me, Yaoyao. I only blame myself for not realizing it. Knowing you were a girl, I was just happy, nothing else."

Lu Yaoyao smiled shyly upon hearing this. She whispered, "Brother Wenxuan, I brought you here today to let you know my true identity. I want to tell you that no matter what the result of your imperial examination is, I am willing to spend my life with you. I wonder if you are willing to accept my love?"

An unprecedented light suddenly lit up in Liu Wenxuan's eyes. He could hardly believe his ears. The feelings that had been hidden for a long time, but which he dared not express easily, were now responded to.

With trembling hands, he tightly grasped Lu Yaoyao's delicate hand, which hadn't yet removed its stage makeup. His voice was filled with uncontrollable excitement, "Yaoyao, do you know that I study late into the night every day, and all I think of is you. I used to be afraid that my feelings would become a burden to you, and even more afraid that the world wouldn't tolerate it. But now, knowing that you are also a woman, the heavy stone in my heart has finally been lifted. I am willing, ten thousand times willing to spend this life with you hand in hand."

Tears of happiness gleamed in Lu Yaoyao's eyes. She gently leaned against Liu Wenxuan's shoulder and said, "Wenxuan, I was also worried that if my identity was exposed, not only would I not be able to win your heart, but I would lose you forever. But fortunately, you still have me in your heart."

The two found their own quiet corner amid the hustle and bustle of the temple fair, as if the whole world had stopped.

The laughter and hawking of the people around them became their background music at this moment.

"Yaoyao, I promise you, I will definitely pass the imperial examination and welcome you home with great fanfare."

"Okay, then I'll wait here for you to come back."

In a blink of an eye, Liu Wenxuan had been in Beijing for more than three months to take the exam.

But he hasn't come back yet.

Lu Yaoyao waited day and night for him. The maid saw through her thoughts and felt distressed and worried for her. "Miss, Master Liu hasn't come back yet. Do you think he didn't pass the exam, or maybe he did and got too attached to the prosperous and glamorous capital and refused to come back?"

"probably not."

After spending some time with Liu Wenxuan, Lu Yaoyao got to know him better. He didn't seem like the kind of person who would do something ungrateful.

Time flies, and another month has passed in the blink of an eye.

Lu Yaoyao had just planted a jasmine tree when the little girl ran in panting, "Miss, I passed the exam, I passed the exam."

"What do you mean you passed the exam?" Lu Yaoyao didn't react for a moment and almost dropped the kettle in her hand.

"Mr. Liu! Miss, Mr. Liu has won the first place in the imperial examination!" The little girl blushed with excitement, as if she had also benefited from the good news.

Lu Yaoyao was delighted, but then felt a little nervous. "When will he come back?"

"The messenger said that Master Liu is currently handling some court affairs, but will be back soon. He told you not to worry, young lady."

As soon as the little girl finished speaking, the servant of Lu Yaoyao's new father came over and said, "Miss, the master wants you to go to the study."

"it is good."

Lu Yaoyao washed her hands and followed the servant to the study.

Cheap Dad got straight to the point. "Daughter, our double-sided embroidery has been favored by a wealthy family in Beijing. They hope that we will move our family to the capital and open a shop there. I also have the same idea..."

When Lu Yaoyao heard this, ripples appeared in her heart.

Moving to the capital meant being one step closer to Liu Wenxuan and no longer having to wait for him to come back, but... she frowned slightly, thinking about this sudden change, and felt uneasy in her heart.

And Liu Wenxuan also asked her to take care of his mother!

"Dad, this happened suddenly. I want to think about it first." Lu Yaoyao said softly, with some hesitation in her eyes.

Cheap Dad nodded, as if he had anticipated her reaction. "Of course, this is a big deal for our family, so you should think it over carefully. However, the conditions offered by that family are quite generous. Not only will it help us expand our business, but it will also give you the opportunity to meet more dignitaries, which will also be beneficial to your future marriage."

The word "marriage" made Lu Yaoyao's heart tighten suddenly.

This cheap dad wouldn't want her to be used as a tool for marriage, would he?

However, after Lu Yaoyao waited for Liu Wenxuan for half a month, he still hadn't returned, and she finally couldn't sit still anymore.

"Dad, I agree to move our family to the capital, but you have to agree to let me take someone with me."

Her cheap dad didn't care and agreed immediately, "Don't mention one, ten is no problem."

After getting the consent of her adoptive father, Lu Yaoyao went to Liu Wenxuan's mother to persuade her to go to the capital.

"Aunt Liu, I'm here to see you." Lu Yaoyao called softly, holding a basket of carefully selected fresh fruits in her hand.

Mother Liu looked up and saw that it was Lu Yaoyao. A hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, "Yaoyao, come in and sit down. How come you are free today?"

After Lu Yaoyao sat down, she placed the basket on the table and spoke slowly: "Aunt, did you know that Wenxuan High School is the top scorer?"

Upon hearing this, Liu's mother smiled proudly, "I know. Everyone in the village has heard about it. I'm so happy. But, he hasn't come back yet, right?"

"Yes, aunt. But I have good news for you." Lu Yaoyao held Liu's mother's hand, a determined light flashing in her eyes. "My family plans to move to the capital, and I'd like you to come with us. The capital is prosperous and good for your health. Besides, Wenxuan is also there, so you can reunite directly with your son."

After hearing this, Liu's mother was surprised at first, and then turned into deep thought.

She knew very well that she was old and did not have much yearning for a big place like the capital, but the thought of being reunited with her son made her feel a little hesitant.

"Yaoyao, you are such a thoughtful child. But I am old and afraid that I am not used to the hustle and bustle of the capital." Mother Liu said hesitantly.

Lu Yaoyao gently comforted her, "Aunt, don't worry. I will take good care of you on the way. Besides, there are many famous doctors in the capital, and your body will be better taken care of. Besides, don't you want to see your son soon?"