Chapter 50: So, your name is Xiyan

The bright sunshine outlined Xiao Nanyue's tall figure. His eyes under his sword-like eyebrows were like cold ponds. He glanced at Helian Feng calmly. The invisible sense of oppression made the air freeze in an instant.

He lifted his long legs and walked closer to Xiyan.

When Helian Feng and Chu Jin saw that it was Xiao Nanyan, they looked at each other. Helian Feng stepped forward and spoke first:

"Nan Yan, you arrived quite early today! Why, this girl looks unfamiliar, is she from your family?"

Xiao Nanyan looked calm:

"Yes! Just a maid in the mansion."

Chu Jin stared at Xi Yan with a hawk-like gaze, his voice cold:

"The Prince Regent's Palace is truly filled with talented people. Even a mere servant girl is no ordinary girl. She can handle the six princes of a country with ease. This shows that the Prince Regent has a good way of disciplining them!"

Xiao Nanyan glanced at Xi Yan beside him calmly, and stood with his hands behind his back:

"You are overly kind, Imperial Master. Although Xiyan is a servant, she is always clever and knows how to do her duty. If you are envious, Imperial Master, you can follow my example and carefully train the people in the palace."

Helian Feng's gaze never left Xi Yan's beautiful profile:

"Xiyan's cheeks are like the moon and dew, Yilian's figure is as graceful as a plum blossom. So, your name is Xiyan."

Xiyan's ears turned slightly red, she lowered her eyes, and dared not say much.

A subtle ripple appeared in Xiao Nanyan's calm eyes:

"Your Highness, the Crown Prince, is so witty that even the name I casually gave her becomes so poetic in His Highness's words."

Helian Feng's eyes suddenly paused:

"What name did you choose for her?"

The atmosphere was a little awkward. Xiao Nanyan's eyes fell on Xu Jingzhen and he changed the subject:

"This sir, does he look unfamiliar?"

Helian Feng waved his hand and introduced with a smile:

"Lord Xu Jingzhen, the envoy from Southern Zhao, has come with me today to celebrate my father's birthday."

Xu Jingzhen learned from them that the handsome man in front of him, who exuded a captivating aura in his every move, was actually Xiao Nanyan, the regent of Tianqi. He couldn't help but gasp.

You must know that in recent years, the Nanrui Camp under Xiao Nanyan's command has been stationed in Xinzhou like a sharp blade, pointing directly to the border of Nanzhao, making Nanzhao never dare to act rashly.

In order to seek reconciliation, Emperor Xie Zhen of Nanzhao sent him to Tianqi with rare treasures.

Although he had never seen Xiao Nanyue, his name was well-known to him.

As early as a few years ago, Nan Zhao had fought against Xiao Nanyue's army several times and was defeated repeatedly, so he was somewhat afraid of Xiao Nanyue in his heart.

After thinking about it, he hurried forward, bowed respectfully, and said with a bit of restraint in his tone:

"So you are the Regent. I am sorry for my indiscretion. I hope you will forgive me."

Xiao Nanyan waved his sleeves:

"Lord Xu has come from afar and is a guest. No need to be polite."

His eyes were filled with a smile, "Lord Xu, I have come all the way to Yandu to celebrate His Majesty's birthday. I believe I have brought a generous gift. His Majesty will surely be delighted!"

Xu Jingzhen's expression froze instantly, and he managed to squeeze out an awkward smile:

"Of course!"

Ever since the day the South Sea Pearl was stolen from the Crown Prince's Palace, no news has been heard of it and it has never been recovered.

Helian Feng reported to Helian Cong overnight. The Emperor Tianqi was furious and scolded his son severely. He ordered him to find the Dongzhu and arrest the thief who stole the pearl.

At the same time, Helian Cong personally summoned Xu Jingzhen and tried to appease him. Although the Dongzhu had been lost, he still expressed his gratitude to Nanzhao out of consideration for Nanzhao's sincerity, showing the two countries' desire to coexist peacefully.

This can be considered as the most satisfactory answer to the envoys from Nanzhao.

As for whether Dongzhu was found, that was Tianqi's business. His mission had been completed. After the emperor's birthday today, he would set off to return to Nanzhao.

At this time, Chu Jin, who was standing beside him, crossed his arms over his chest, a hint of impatience flashing in his eyes:

"Your Highness, the auspicious time is approaching. We must enter the palace as soon as possible!"

Helian Feng nodded slightly and turned to look at Xiao Nanyan:

"Then I will go ahead?"

Xiao Nanyan nodded:

"The King will be here soon."

Before leaving, Helian Feng's gaze lingered on the beauty with her lowered neck for a moment, and then he turned and left with Chu Jin and the others.

When the footsteps faded away, Chunxi Cottage returned to its tranquility. Only the breeze blew by, causing the pear blossoms to fall, one by one, landing between Xiyan's black hair.

Xiao Nanyan's eyes flickered slightly, and he raised his sleeve, his fingertips almost touching the white, but he suddenly withdrew:

"Just now in the Purple Palace, did you hide out on purpose?"