Chapter Sixty-Eight: Mutual Appreciation

Yuan Siyin raised her cup as well, but did not join in.

No matter how arrogant you are in the early stages, you'll still be punished by the innocent girl in the late game.

She has a broad perspective and won't be blinded by the allure of this world.

Wan Qiyao smiled faintly as he looked around at the crowd, searching for Wan Qijiao, only to find a familiar face.

His smile suddenly became more genuine, and he went straight to the foot of the high platform, where he formally performed the Great Liang salute to the emperor.

"Your Majesty has just promised to reward Yao. In that case, Yao has a request. I dare to ask Your Majesty for one person."

The emperor, now relaxed and seated again, smiled meaningfully upon hearing this and beckoned to him: "Has the Prince of Liang seen any girl who catches his eye?"

"yes."

"Just say it. I will arrange the marriage for any prince who takes a fancy to you."

Yuan Siyin saw that the person's movements pause.

Isn't this Wanqi something?

Why do I suddenly have a bad feeling?

"Yao wants—Si Fangming, Miss Si."

The previously noisy room instantly fell silent.

The emperor's expression was strangely unsettling.

Si Fangming had just changed his outer robe and walked out from behind when he heard someone call his name. He looked up and saw the person.

The two men looked at each other.

I don't know who started laughing, but Yuan Siyin laughed so hard she felt like she was going to die.

finally!

Si Fangming's damn karma has finally come!

Qi Xinxin laughed until her stomach hurt. After slamming her hand on the table to no avail, she rolled into Yuan Siyin's arms, ignoring Si Fangming's confused gaze.

Si Fangming:? ? ?

Unable to understand why they were laughing, Si Fangming could only cough awkwardly and nod to Wan Qiyao: "I am Si Fangming."

Wan Qiyao frowned, looked at him, then turned to look at Yuan Siyin: "Are you Si Fangming? And... who is that woman in red?"

Upon hearing the mention of the woman in red, Si Fangming immediately knew that it was Yuan Siyin who was behind it all.

He had no way to express his bitterness, so he could only grit his teeth and force a laugh. He didn't tell him anything, but quickly walked over to Yuan Siyin and sat down. He pointed at her and cursed her for being inhuman, and also dragged Qi Xinxin out with him.

By this point, even a fool like Wan Qiyao would have realized he had been tricked. Yet, he didn't feel angry at all. He bowed to the emperor, said "You've been too abrupt," and then found a seat to sit down.

Yu Shiyan gave a mocking smile and lowered his head to drink quietly.

Wan Qijiao smiled, her gaze sweeping over the group without uttering a word.

The autumn hunt ended without much suspense. Yuan Siyin had no interest in such a large gathering. After eating her fill of tea, fruit, and snacks, she grew tired. Finally, when the party was over, she greeted the Empress Dowager and then slipped out of the palace with Yuan Fuqing to return home.

So when Zi Yuan appeared before him, Yu Shiyan pursed his lips, somewhat surprised.

"Seventh Prince, Miss instructed me to come and escort you out of the palace to the Mu Prince's residence. You don't need to bring any other palace maids or eunuchs; just Bai Tu will be fine to serve you."

There's no need to pack bulky items; just take a few personal belongings with you—lightweight is best.

"good."

Yu Shiyan nodded, got up and followed her. Apart from the red bean hairpin and his bare hands, he had no other belongings.

As he was about to leave Changbai Hall, Yu Shiyan paused slightly and looked back at the lush red bean tree.

Seeing this, Zi Yuan and Bai Tu did not urge them, but simply put their hands in their pockets and waited patiently with their heads down.

The two exchanged a glance, and a sense of mutual appreciation inexplicably arose between them.

There's no reason, but I just feel that everyone has their own struggles.