Chapter 18: Imperial Banquet

h the medical texts again, and tomorrow I'll go ask Yu Changyuan about it. Maybe we can find some clues.After leaving the pharmacy, Yun Anan went to Yngtian Academy.As soon as I entered the training c...: []

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People have three urgent needs.

To keep in the best shape, she only drank a bowl of soup in the morning.

No more words, too many tears.

Finally finishing his life's major event, Yun An'an discovered that the palace maid who had been guiding him was nowhere to be seen.

The long palace road was covered in snow.

Everything before my eyes is like a palace intrigue drama I watched in my past life. Everything seems beautiful on the surface, but who knows how many souls are buried beneath the seemingly holy white snow

"Hey, the girl in front of me, wait!"

At the fork in the road, Yun An'an finally found a living person.

A white robe as pure as snow, his black hair flowed behind him. His slender figure and face untouched by rouge or powder were truly captivating.

But, being a woman, the stunning beauty before her was actually taller than her by more than just a head.

"Excuse me, Miss, could you tell me how to get to Zhaoyang Palace"

The woman turned back, her phoenix eyes lifted as she looked at Yun An'an without saying a word.

Immediately, the ‘woman’ extended her hand, her slender fingertips pointing towards a palace road not far away.

Thank you.

She is beautiful and kindhearted, with such a refined appearance. She must be a noblewoman, perhaps even a princess in this palace.

After saying her farewells, Yun An'an waved goodbye and walked in the direction the "woman" pointed. Sure enough, she found the distant Zhaoyang Palace.

And Beichen Yi was waiting for her from afar.

"tsk tsk tsk!"

In a world of silver and white, the golden sunlight shone on Bei Chen Yi, as if he were coated in gold.

A solid purple long shirt sets off her perfect figure proportions. Describing her as "thin when wearing clothes, with meat when not" is just right.

Three thousand strands of ink hair were bound by a feather crown, and that handsome face, which was both divinely beautiful and infuriatingly alluring, was captivating no matter how you looked at it.

"My love, why do you look at me like this"

He reached out and gently clasped Yun'an'an's small hand in his palm.

The icy hand was enveloped by warmth, driving away the cold of winter.

"The Lord is too handsome, my lady has been captivated by his beauty."

She lowered her head, a shy smile gracing her lips as she savored the lingering astonishment in her peripheral vision.

"My beloved, you are the most beautiful woman in the world. In this life, the next life, and all lives to come, I will be your soulmate for eternity."

"My lord."

The woman blushed furiously, her face becoming even more flushed. This only intensified the love in the man's eyes.

At the same time, it also let the surrounding guards, maids, eunuchs, and other personnel stare dumbfounded.

It is rumored that the regent king, who is said to be as bloodthirsty as a Shura demon, also has a gentle side, and the object of his affection is none other than General Han's ex-wife.

But speaking of which, the eldest Miss Yun is indeed beautiful. No wonder she has bewitched the Regent Prince so deeply.

Today is a family dinner, and not many people are invited.

But three people were beyond Yun An'an's expectations.

One is Liu Shangshu, the greasy government official who went to Yun Xiangfu to propose marriage that day.

The other two are a couple, Han Qing and Yun Feifei.

Emperor Beichen Han was still present, and the smell of gunpowder in the Zhaoyang Hall had reached a point where it would explode with just a spark.

From the moment he entered Zhao Yang Hall, Han Qing's gaze was fixed on Yun An An, as if he wanted to cut her a thousand times.

"Lord Yi Wang, Lady Yi Wang, this cup of wine I offer to you both. It's my way of apologizing for what happened that day."

Liu Shangshu held up his wine cup and walked forward. He first drank three cups as a penalty, and then poured himself another cup of wine. He chuckled with a sly smile.

"This official went to the Xiangfu that day to propose a marriage, but I didn't expect that Miss Yun, who was dismissed by General Han, would be favored by Your Highness. This official will punish himself with a cup."

Besides Han Qingyun, Fei Fei, and Liu Shangshu, the others attending the family banquet were some princes, dukes, and their consorts from the royal family.

Upon hearing what Minister Liu had said, the crowd whispered amongst themselves.

Needless to say, Yun'an knew what Liu Shangshu meant by his words.

"My lord, you haven't been feeling well lately. This cup of wine, allow me to take it for you."

Got up, Yun An'an held a cup of wine and walked to Liu Shangshu's face. When the poisoned wine went down her throat, a smile appeared in her eyes.

When Liu Shangshu proposed marriage that day, this royal consort had already made a lifelong commitment with the king, and Liu Shangshu only mocked and berated this royal consort.

Of course, this noble consort possesses vast knowledge that surpasses that of a mere minister like yourself.

But today, the Grand Minister falsely defamed this Princess under the pretense of apologizing. This is a sacrilege against the royal family! Does the Grand Minister not hold the royal family in high regard Tomorrow he will dare to insult the Emperor!

Taking off someone's hat, distorting facts, she admitted second place, and no one dared to claim first.

He doesn't even know his own abilities, what rank he is, and he dares to make trouble in front of her.

"Your Highness, my subordinate is truly sincere in offering an apology and I have no ulterior motives as the Princess has alleged."

Liu Shangshu never expected his words to be twisted like this, and with a thump he knelt on the ground to defend himself.

At this moment, an eunuch sang out loudly, today's banquet master has arrived.

Through a layer of beaded curtains, Yun An'an couldn't see what Beichen Han looked like.

But the aura of majesty emanating from the man in the dragon robe was undeniable, a power that even the beaded curtain could not contain.

To be able to sit firmly on the throne of Beichen Kingdom for so long, and become Bei Chen Yi's formidable opponent, he wouldn't be just an ordinary person.

"Everyone, please stand up. Today is a family dinner, so relax and be yourselves. There's no need to be formal."

Everyone stood up. Yun An'an returned to Bei Chen Yi's side and curled her lip, "That statement is so unbelievable, not even a dog would believe it."

It's poison wine again, Liu Shangshu again, and Han Qingyun appearing so faintly. Today, this family feast could have ghosts just being casual about it!

"Having been married into the Wangfu for so long, has the Princess Consort acclimated"

Behind the beaded curtain, Beichen Han's gaze fell upon Yun An'an. A hint of a smile appeared in his phoenix eyes that were slightly raised.

If Yun'an had walked forward to take a closer look, she would have surely discovered that the emperor of Beichen Nation was actually the "beauty" she had encountered on the palace path.

"In reply to Your Majesty, the prince has been very kind to me, and I am quite content."

Just as the buns were freshly warmed, Yun An'an had to rise again and pay her respects.

Her clothes were magnificent, but she moved awkwardly, as if every step was a struggle.

"My elder brother has always been considerate of others since he was young. Since Princess Yi is now a member of the royal family, I hope that Princess Yi and Lady Han will visit the palace more often in the future."

Yes, your Majesty.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Yun Fei Fei rose to her feet and curtsied. Her beautiful eyes swept across the room, and every move she made was captivating.

Today, Yun Fei wore a green long dress of the same color series as Han Qing, with delicate makeup that was slightly alluring.

It looks like... a snake demon, right!

Yun An'an finally found the right words to describe Yun Feifei's appearance.

Still, it was a snake demon refined from jade leaves.

"I hear that the two sisters of Xiangfu's family are both good singers and dancers. At today's family banquet, why don't Princess Yi's consort, Mrs. Han, and her sisters perform a dance"

How is it

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