vstars Chapter 111
Chapter 111
Rong Hengyu tilted his head slightly, his slender neck forming a beautiful arc. Nalan Jingwen understood and lowered his head again to kiss his red lips.
Then, he patted him on the back and said, "I'll make it up to you when we get home tonight."
Rong Hengyu was somewhat stunned, his phoenix eyes, as clear as water, fixed on her, then gently shook his head and revealed a faint smile.
"I am not wronged. Your Highness cares about your servants, so I am not wronged."
Nalan Jingwen didn't say anything, she just held him, and Rong Hengyu also quietly leaned against her.
They soon arrived at the palace gate, but the carriage was not allowed to enter.
Nalan Jingwen got out of the car first and reached out his hand. When Rong Hengyu came out, he saw the hand reaching out to him, a smile appeared in his eyes, and he placed his hand on it.
He once again regained his dignified and elegant appearance, his clothes neat and tidy, as if everything that had just happened was an illusion.
The two had only taken two steps when they heard Pei Yunche shout.
"Nalan Jingwen!!"
Nalan Jing looked up at the sound and saw Pei Yunche also dressed in a blue robe, which made the spirited young man appear more composed. He waved to her and subconsciously wanted to run towards her, but was pulled back by Pei Yundai beside him.
Pei Yunche looked at Pei Yundai with some resentment. Just as he was about to say something, he saw the other woman's gaze drift to the side. Following her gaze, he saw his mother with a sullen face.
In an instant, he stopped moving and lowered his head like a quail.
General Pei snorted, his sharp gaze sweeping over Nalan Jingwen without a hint of kindness.
They stepped forward, and Nalan Jingwen smiled.
"General Pei, it's been a long time. How have you been lately?"
General Pei had a sour face, clearly not wanting to talk to her, but still said, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I won't die for the time being."
Upon hearing this, Pei Yunche tugged at his older sister's sleeve, his eyes pleading.
Pei Yundai had no choice but to clear his throat and say, "My mother just returned from the military camp. Thank you for your concern, Your Highness."
Nalan Jingwen smiled and was not angry at General Pei's sarcastic remarks. "General Pei should take care of his health and not overwork himself."
"I cannot accept Your Highness's concern."
Pei Yundai sighed, and was about to say something when he heard Rong Hengyu beside Nalan Jingwen say, "General Pei is a subject of Fengtian, defending the country and fighting the enemy. It's just a word of concern, General, there's no need to be so modest."
Tsk, listen to that, that's the art of speaking. He flattered the person, skillfully defused the awkward situation, and even embarrassed General Pei.
General Pei paused for a moment, then looked at him.
"who are you?"
Nalan Jingwen introduced, “My husband.”
It's no wonder General Pei didn't recognize her. She spends all her time in the military camp, either fighting or killing enemies. She has only heard of Rong Hengyu's name but has never seen her.
"So you're a boy from the Rong family. You're just as silver-tongued as your mother."
The civil and military officials disliked each other. The civil officials complained that the military generals only knew how to shout for war, while the military generals complained that the civil officials only knew how to talk about war on paper. General Pei was even more at odds with Prime Minister Rong. Everyone disliked each other.
Rong Hengyu wore a dignified smile, seemingly oblivious to the sarcastic tone in his words.
"Then I thank General Pei for his kind words."
General Pei was speechless again, as if he had punched a cotton ball and couldn't vent his anger. He simply snorted again and strode away.
Pei Yundai glanced at his departing mother, then at Nalan Jingwen, and could only say, "Then I will go in first. Please forgive me, Your Highness."
Nalan Jingwen had no intention of making things difficult for him, so he nodded.
Pei Yunche stared longingly at Nalan Jingwen, not wanting to leave, wishing he were the one standing beside her.
Rong Hengyu's indifferent gaze fell on him, and he said slowly, "If Young Master Pei doesn't leave soon, General Pei might get angry."
Sure enough, we heard General Pei's strong and resonant voice.
"Pei Yunche, get the hell over here!!"
Pei Yunche was startled, and after looking at Nalan Jingwen with reluctance, he finally went to his mother.
Nalan Jingwen smiled helplessly and led Rong Hengyu into the palace.
"Will Your Highness blame me?"
"What's your fault?"
Nalan Jingwen quickly realized what was going on and said calmly, "Even if you don't say it, General Pei will not allow Pei Yunche to stay with me any longer. It's none of your business."
Rong Hengyu simply lowered his eyes and said, "I only hope that when I am by Your Highness's side, no one will disturb us."
Even if it's just walking along this palace path, he doesn't want her to divert her attention to others.
Nalan Jingwen did not reply, and for a moment the two looked at each other in silence.
The only sound along the long palace path was the steady sound of footsteps.
Changfeng Hall.
This was a palace specifically for holding banquets. The moment Nalan Jingwen appeared, everyone's eyes were focused on her, all with expressions of shock.
The reason is simple: the original owner rarely attended banquets in the palace. Originally, everyone thought that Nalan Jingwen would not come, just like before.
Ignoring the stares of those around him, Nalan Jingwen walked precisely to his seat and sat down.
Almost everyone had arrived. To her right was Prime Minister Rong, who was staring intently at her. Opposite Prime Minister Rong was General Pei, with Pei Yunche sitting behind him, his eyes practically glued to her.
They just stood there, gazing at each other from a distance.
Nalan Jingwen scanned everyone in the hall, making sure they recognized each face and name, then ignored all gazes and drank his wine listlessly.
Soon, a voice rang out.
"His Majesty is here!"
Nalan Fengxing, dressed in a phoenix robe woven with gold and heavy feathers, with seven precious ornaments adorning his waist, exuded imperial majesty as he slowly walked into the palace.
"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!!"
Nalan Feng walked onto the stage, glanced at the crowd below, and finally fixed his gaze on Nalan Jingwen, who was standing there, with a slight smile on his lips.
"Everyone loves you."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Nalan Fengxing slowly sat down, then gave Chen Mama a look, and the latter immediately bowed and nodded.
"Summon the envoy to the palace!"
Soon, a large group of people walked in through the door, led by Helian Ziyu.
"The envoy from Sushui has arrived!"
Helian Ziyu walked into the hall and performed the highest level of etiquette for Su Shui towards Nalan Fengxing, saying, "Helian Ziyu of Su Shui greets Your Majesty and wishes Your Majesty good health and a prosperous nation."
"Please rise, Second Princess."
Helian Ziyu stood up and clapped her hands.
Soon, boxes were carried up one by one.
"This is a treasure that the Empress Mother presented to His Majesty. May the Phoenix Heaven Sacrifice Ceremony proceed smoothly."
The box was opened, and multicolored light illuminated the entire hall. Everyone stared in amazement at the treasures inside, gasping in astonishment.
Helian Ziyu said, "Please accept this, Your Majesty Fengtian."
The treasures here are all rare items. It's clear that Su Shui has spared no expense; each one is so valuable that people all over the world would fight over it.
Nalan Fengxing's smile widened.
"Please thank your mother on my behalf. Second Princess, please take your seat."