Almost every grand ceremony sees assassination attempts of varying magnitudes, yet the swiftness with which this incident concluded, with no casualties, helped most to quickly stabilize their emotions.
Once everyone had calmed down, the judges began to determine the results.
In truth, the outcome of the competition was clear as day; Yang Mengchen's first two arrows had both hit the bullseye. Even if her last arrow had not scored, the mere fact she had taken down an assassin from such a distance warranted her the undeniable first place, not to mention her third arrow also struck the bullseye.
Wu Feilan came second, Qi Qiuxin third.
Though somewhat shaken, witnessing Yang Mengchen's superior Archery Skill and earning some Silver left everyone quite pleased.
Inside the Empress Dowager's phoenix carriage.
"Jiujiu, quickly let the Royal Grandmother see if you're injured," the Empress Dowager said with concern, grasping Yang Mengchen's hand.
