Song Dynasty Dreams: Marrying Zhao Pan'er at the beginning-Chapter 30 - The Chubby Girl’s Meme-Worthy Expressions

Chapter 30 The Chubby Girl’s Meme-Worthy Expressions

As soon as she started shouting—More people turned to look, their gazes examining Gao You as if he were some rare specimen.

Do these people have no manners?

Gao You gave the chubby girl a long glance but ignored her, simply holding Zhao Pan’er’s hand and walking into the inner courtyard.

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“Master Gao, this way, please!”

A steward quickly approached, his demeanor respectful. Following him, Gao You was led to a private chamber in the mansion.

From here, he could observe the entire banquet area—A perfect vantage point for painting.

“Master Gao, this is a pass token.”

The steward presented a jade medallion.

“With this, you may move freely within the inner court.”

“You are free to manage your time for painting, aside from the banquet and birthday ceremony.”

“If you require any models or subjects, just give the word.”

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“If one day is not enough, you are welcome to stay a few more days.”

“The prince has arranged guest rooms for you and Lady Zhao.”

Seeing that Gao You remained silent, the steward wisely handed the token to Zhao Pan’er instead.

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“Dear, the inkstone.”

Zhao Pan’er was surprised—she hadn’t expected him to start painting immediately. But she quickly set up the ink and brush without hesitation. If he could finish a masterpiece today, she could present it to the Emperor sooner. However, instead of starting with the background, as most painters would.

Gao You drew a single figure in the lower-right corner of the canvas. A chubby girl with an over-the-top exaggerated expression came to life.

Zhao Pan’er peered at it and immediately recognized the subject. It was the loud-mouthed girl who had insulted him earlier. She was the first person to be included in the painting!

Servants and bystanders gathered to see the sketch, and soon they burst into laughter.

“This is too good!”

“Lifelike!”

“Absolutely spot-on!”

Though they were amused, the servants were careful with their words—After all, anyone appearing in this area must be of high status. It wouldn’t be wise to mock her too openly.

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“Is that… the Young Miss?”

A newly arrived maid exclaimed in shock.

“Why does she look so… exaggerated?”

“I must go tell the lady immediately!”

She rushed off.

Not long after, the chubby girl stormed into the room, surrounded by a group of other noble children.

“I heard you painted me?”

She tilted her chin up arrogantly, her posture absolutely punchable. Gao You ignored her and calmly sipped his tea. The girl marched over to the painting. When she saw herself, she was stunned.

“You actually drew me like this!”

“It’s called artistic expression.”

For the first time, Gao You explained something.

Servants subtly glanced between the painting and the real person.

It was true—Her exaggerated wide-mouthed laughter was just like the drawing. Perhaps a bit exaggerated—But artistic embellishment was normal in paintings.

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“Fix it immediately!”

The chubby girl glared daggers at him.

Gao You didn’t even bother acknowledging her, turning to Zhao Pan’er instead.

“Dear, grapes.”

Zhao Pan’er smiled and picked a grape, gently placing it into his mouth.

“Mmm… so sweet.”

Gao You grinned, clearly pleased.

Showing affection while ignoring her!

The chubby girl nearly exploded with rage.

She raised her hand, about to tear the painting apart.

“Miss, you mustn’t!”

A steward stepped in front of her.

“This is the official birthday tribute painting for the Princess Dowager!”

She froze—Even she wasn’t foolish enough to destroy an artwork meant for royalty. Instead, she turned her glare back on Gao You. Unfortunately, ignoring people was one of his strongest skills. No matter how fiercely she glared, he acted like she didn’t exist. She clenched her fists.

“Fine! I’ll go tell Aunt!”

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The girl stormed off, heading straight for Princess Qian, her aunt. She refused to believe that a mere painter could defy her aunt’s authority. When Princess Qian heard the story, she was genuinely surprised.

Her niece had been turned into a meme?

Curious, she sent her head maid to mediate.

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“Master Gao!”

The head maid, ever polite, tried to persuade him. She smiled sweetly and explained why it would be best to change the painting. But Gao You remained completely unmoved.

After several failed attempts, she had no choice but to report back.

Princess Qian sighed.

Dealing with a fool was impossible.

Any normal person could be negotiated with.

But Gao You?

He lived in his own world—unfazed by titles or influence. Helpless, she reluctantly comforted her furious niece.

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Meanwhile, rumors spread like wildfire.

“Did you hear? The Young Miss’s expression was ridiculous!”

“They say her smile looks like a laughing pig!”

“No, no—it’s like a wild beast baring its fangs!”

“I heard she was drawn like a giant panda!”

Noble young ladies who had been excited to attend the banquet suddenly became extremely careful. They walked gracefully, elegantly, afraid of doing anything unusual—If Gao You caught them in an odd moment, they too could become an eternal joke.

After all, this painting would be viewed by countless people in the future. If their memes got immortalized, they would be famous for the rest of their lives.

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“The birthday ceremony is starting!”

A loud announcement echoed across the courtyard.

Zhao Pan’er turned to Gao You.

“Shall we attend the formal birthday tribute ceremony?”

“Sure.”

Gao You nodded.

Attending a royal birthday banquet was an entirely new experience—Why not go see the show?