When the appointed time arrived, the lotus appreciation gathering was finally about to begin.

All the princes and their wives had arrived at the shore of Fuhai. Led by palace servants, they boarded a boat at the shore of Fuhai and headed towards Penglai Island and Yaotai in the middle of Fuhai.

Pengdao Yaotai is surrounded by lotus flowers, and along the way, they can first admire the lotus flowers from a distance.

The lotus leaves are huge, covering the entire pond in large swaths, and amidst the green lotus leaves are pure lotus flowers. The palace gardeners were naturally the most meticulous; every lotus flower and every lotus leaf was carefully selected before being brought out for people to enjoy.

Most importantly, for the convenience of viewing, the Fourth Prince ordered the construction of a lotus viewing platform on Penglai Island. This platform extends all the way to the center of the lotus flowers. If you walk on the platform and look at the flowers, you will feel as if you are wandering in a sea of ​​flowers.

"Such a beautiful view, it's no exaggeration to say it's a paradise on earth," said the Third Princess Consort, standing at the bow of the boat, gazing at Fuhai.

Standing to the side were the Eighth Prince and his wife. When the Eighth Princess heard the Third Princess's words, she chuckled and said, "Yes, it is said that the Fuhai Lake in the Yuanmingyuan is a fairyland that gathers all the best scenery in the world."

"Indeed, the scenery here is truly unparalleled. It's unbelievable that the Fourth Princess Consort, now the Empress, despite being the head of the harem, would allow a mere concubine to show her face. It's truly lamentable!" The Third Princess Consort covered her mouth and laughed. Although she and the Fourth Princess Consort were cousins, they hadn't seen each other for many years after the struggle for the throne among the nine princes, and their cousinly affection had long since faded. Now, in the Third Princess Consort's eyes, there was only mockery.

The Eighth Prince's wife found these words quite pleasing to the ear and smiled, saying, "The Prince Cheng's Changchun Garden is also a fine place, and Third Sister-in-law is a blessed person."

The Third Prince's wife felt that although the Fourth Prince's wife was the Empress, she was now just an empty title and not as good as herself. Hearing the Eighth Prince's wife's flattery, she became even more smug and said with a smile, "If Eighth Sister-in-law has time, please come and visit."

Hearing his wife's words, the Third Master frowned, thinking to himself: "This wife of mine is utterly muddle-headed. At this time, she's actually getting so close to the Eighth Prince's wife; if someone sees us, it'll cause a lot of trouble." However, seeing the Eighth Prince standing there, the Third Master couldn't bring himself to reprimand his wife.

The large dragon boat sailed through the waves of Fuhai Lake, and soon they arrived at Penglai Island.

After everyone boarded the boat and ascended the platform, they arrived at the fairy pavilion where the banquet would begin.

The ladies were all visiting for the first time. While they were amazed by the unique scenery and buildings, they couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

All of these belong to the Emperor; everything in this world belongs to the Emperor. Although they married princes and would never have to worry about food or clothing for the rest of their lives, there were always things they couldn't have.

Fourth Master can spend so much money to hold a lotus appreciation party in such a place for Lanqin, but they can't!

But no matter how much jealousy and envy one feels, it can only be buried in one's heart. After all, things have come to this point, and the one sitting on top is the true master of this world.

The steward who was receiving the ship immediately came forward and said to the people who were disembarking, "His Majesty has arranged seats for all the princes and their wives. Please follow me this way."

Immediately afterward, the second dragon boat was about to dock, carrying the younger generation of princesses and princes. Hongli, Hongzhou, and Hongshi were naturally on this boat.