CHAPTER 1274: CHAPTER 248: UTTER DEFEAT, ACCEPTING THE CHALLENGE

Someone chimed in, "Yeah, yeah, we’re getting bored here, let’s go for a round at the stable. Hey, I remember Miss Meng is really good at horse riding. I wonder if she’s improved this year?"

Meng Junci laughed, "I’ve been so busy with my studies lately, I’ve neglected horse riding. Don’t laugh at me later."

"Why would we?" Zhao Lan’s eyes darted, suddenly looking at Ji Yunya, "Miss Ji seems proficient in everything; I wonder how your horse riding is? If you can beat Miss Meng, I reckon the top spot should be yours this year."

Dongfang Yi squinted, her gaze swept past Meng Junci, understanding a few things.

Yun Ya waved her hand and said with a smile, "Please spare me, this... I really can’t..."

"Oh, Miss Ji, don’t be modest. Don’t try to save Miss Meng’s face; she loves being challenged. Otherwise, it’s boring for her to be the only one winning every year."

These socialites least enjoy horseback riding and rarely learn how to ride, but Meng Junci is quite fond of it and wins the top prize every year.

Meng Junci shook her head and laughed, "Second Miss Zhao, don’t trouble Yun Ya. Look at how frail she looks; if she falls off the horse, Brother Yan Song might come after me for revenge." Saying this, she covered her mouth and laughed.

Meng Junci is the niece of Eldest Lady Yan and often interacts with the Yan Family. Her affection for Yan Ke is no secret. Hearing her call Yun Ya so affectionately wasn’t surprising.

"Alright, don’t trouble Miss Ji anymore—maybe she genuinely can’t ride a horse?" Dongfang Yi stepped in to mediate.

Yun Ya looked at Meng Junci, her eyes flickering slightly. Her thoughts turned and she smiled, "Ah Ci, since everyone’s talking like this, why don’t I go down with you and have some fun? Although I’m not skilled, I’m at least passable. Just don’t despise me."

Quickly falling into the trap, Meng Junci coldly smiled in her heart. This woman is drunk on victory, thinking she’s some kind of superwoman. On the surface, she helplessly laughed, "Your words make me shiver. Even Miss Dongfang was defeated by you. Is there anything in this world that you can’t do? Just don’t make my defeat too humiliating."

A grand group headed to the horse field. The stable was on the back hill and covered a large area, equivalent to two football fields. The racetrack was vast, making one feel expansive and eager to gallop between heaven and earth.

Everyone sat in the stands. Yun Ya changed into riding attire and walked out: white tight-fitting riding pants, black riding boots, which made her legs appear even more straight and slender. Her top was a white shirt beneath a khaki jacket, with a large black bow tied at the neckline adding more elegance. Her long hair was tied into a ponytail at the back of her head, with a helmet, making her bright and charming yet not lacking in heroic spirit. Walking under the sun, she was exceptionally eye-catching, while the following Meng Junci failed to attract attention.

Meng Junci secretly clenched her fist. Today, she meant for Ji Yunya to come and not leave.

Meng Jungu quietly leaned over to her side, "Sister, I’m rooting for you. You’re the best."

Meng Junci glanced at him, "Thanks for your blessing."

Meng Jungu chuckled, "You’re not great at other things, but you’re proficient in horse riding. Still, I hope you’ll show mercy later...."

Meng Junci squinted, evaluating him carefully, "Brother, do you like Yun Ya?"

Unexpectedly asked so bluntly, Meng Jungu was taken aback and turned scarlet, stammering, "What are you talking about? She’s already taken..."

Meng Junci knew her brother well, and seeing him like this, she suddenly laughed, "Brother, if you like her, go for it. If you hesitate, you’ll regret it someday."

Meng Jungu felt like he was seeing his sister for the first time, frowned, and said, "Ah Ci, you’ve changed."

Meng Junci sneered coldly, looking past Meng Jungu’s shoulder at Yan Song chatting with Ji Yunya, the sun slanting down but not casting any warmth in her eyes.

"I have indeed changed because I won’t just watch what’s mine being taken by others. That’s cowardice. Any obstacle in my way, I’ll clear away, one by one."

With that, she strode past Meng Jungu, heading towards Yun Ya, asking very gently, "Yun Ya, are you ready?"

Yun Ya turned her head and replied with a smile, "Yes, I’m ready."

Meng Junci smiled at Yan Song, saying, "Brother Yan Song, don’t worry. The horses picked today are gentle. I’ll take good care of Yun Ya, so you don’t need to worry."

Yan Song made a sound of acknowledgment, adjusted Yun Ya’s hat, "Be careful."