Even though the carriage had been meticulously modified to maximize its shock absorption, a slight bumpiness during travel was unavoidable.
This made it more difficult for Hua Manman to practice her calligraphy.
She had to invest far more time and effort to produce characters that would satisfy Prince Zhao.
By the time she finally finished her assignment, the sun was nearly setting.
The convoy successfully reached Yuqing Mountain before nightfall.
It was not Li Ji's first time accompanying the Emperor to this summer retreat, so the place held no novelty for him. After disembarking, he sat in his wheelchair, looking languid and bored.
Hua Manman, on the other hand, was full of curiosity, her eyes constantly darting around.
Yuqing Mountain was not far from Shangjing. It was covered in lush trees and plants, home to many rare birds and exotic beasts kept for viewing, and featured the sprawling Yuqing Palace.
