Chapter 314 Reward

Coincidentally, Princess Dechang's seat was just diagonally opposite Lin Pianran, only slightly lower than Lin Pianran's.

After all, Huo Yuchen is the crown prince and has an extremely high status. There are few people in the royal family who have a higher status than him.

As soon as Lin Pianran looked up, she met Gu Xiangsi's eyes. When she turned her head, she saw the unfriendly-looking family of Princess Dechang. When she turned her head again, she saw Gu Qingcheng. Two or three seats to her right, she could see Wang Shaoyun and other members of the Wang family.

Although a circle of enemies were sitting around her, eyeing her covetously, Lin Pianran still looked relaxed.

He didn't take these people seriously at all.

Anyway, these people are more cruel and ruthless than her, so they can only be defeated by her.

If it comes to conspiracy and intrigue, she can definitely make them lose everything, and even their lives.

However, Lin Pianran still felt a little unhappy being surrounded and stared at by so many wolves.

He had his own plans in mind, ready to find an opportunity to take revenge.

She didn't want to be the lamb to be slaughtered and be bullied by others.

Another quarter of an hour later, everyone in the hall was finally present and the banquet was about to officially begin.

At this time, a sharp chorus of old eunuchs rang out, "The Empress Dowager has arrived, the Emperor has arrived, the Empress has arrived, the Imperial Concubine has arrived, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has arrived..."

After a pause, he continued, "His Royal Highness Prince Zhao has arrived, His Royal Highness Prince Jing has arrived, His Royal Highness Prince Duan has arrived..."

A large group of people at the top of the food chain of the Qin Dynasty walked in one after another.

This was the first time Lin Pianran saw the Empress Dowager, and her eyes lit up.

The Empress Dowager's face is round and full, revealing a gentle and wealthy look. Her dress shows the royal style, graceful and luxurious. Dignity and elegance are naturally revealed in her every move.

Looking at this empress with a kind face and extraordinary demeanor, Lin Pianran could tell just by looking at her face that she was an extremely blessed person.

Otherwise, how could she, as a second bride, ascend to the supreme throne of Queen, and then to the position of Queen Mother, and stand firm in the deep palace for decades, enjoying all the glory and wealth in the world.

Everyone knelt down and saluted, "Greetings to the Empress Dowager, greetings to the Emperor, greetings to the Empress..."

A thunderous roar echoed in the hall.

Emperor Wu of Qin looked at the people kneeling on the ground below, and then he said calmly, "Everyone, please stand up!"

Everyone then stood up and took their seats.

After Lin Pianran sat down, she carefully observed Emperor Wu of Qin. In just a few months, he seemed to have aged a lot, with a lot more silver hair and wrinkles silently covering his cheeks.

Looking at Concubine Li beside him, her face was covered with a veil and she looked listless, which was very different from the radiant and beloved beauty she used to be.

Lin Pianran didn't have a very good impression of them. Their current situation was the result of her calculations. Overall, she was very satisfied.

Soon, the banquet entered the performance session, and the ladies were eager to try and competed to take the stage.

They each used all their skills, just like a hundred flowers blooming and competing for beauty.

Whether it is the gentle talent of playing the piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, or the agile skills of singing, dancing and musical instruments, they are all performed to the fullest.

Lin Pianran just ate and watched quietly, with a look of great interest on her face. When she saw something exciting, she would applaud loudly.

Gu Xiangsi had just been betrothed to the King of Qi, so naturally she wanted to be in the spotlight. She hoped to become the focus of everyone's attention at this banquet and outshine all the other beauties.

When it was her turn to perform, she did not choose to sing, but instead performed a "stunning dance".

As the melodious melody slowly flowed, Gu Xiangsi's figure was elegant and otherworldly.

Each of her movements is extremely light, and her agility carries an indescribable charm that makes people yearn for it and unforgettable.

This dance was undoubtedly the most stunning performance, which captivated and amazed everyone present.

Even Lin Pianran praised in her heart, "It's really extraordinary!"

The Queen Mother was delighted, and with a pleasant laugh in her voice she said, "This dance is wonderful, and there will be a generous reward."

After Gu Xiangsi respectfully accepted the pair of jade ruyi given by the emperor with both hands, and listened to the admiration of the people around her, she couldn't help but smile brightly.

Then he looked at Lin Pianran with a smug look on his face.

The intention of showing off is very obvious.

Lin Pianran pretended not to see it.

Afterwards, a group of noble ladies took the stage one after another, showing off their talents. Except for the melodious and graceful sound of the guqin flowing from Gu Qingcheng's fingertips, the rest of the programs failed to create any waves.

This feast seemed to be specially prepared for the two young ladies of the Grand Tutor's Mansion. They were both extremely beautiful and charming, each leading the way in their own way. For a moment, they were like a pair of flowers blooming on the same stem, and they were the center of attention.

Lin Pianran doesn't like to be in the spotlight, and she doesn't like people staring at her like a monkey show and then commenting on her.

She has always kept her presence low, unwilling to draw attention from others.

But there are people who don't want to let her get what she wants.

At this time, Princess Dechang said to the Empress Dowager who was sitting in the upper seat, "Mother, you haven't met Chen'er's future Crown Princess yet? She must have prepared a carefully prepared program for you today."

When the Queen Mother turned her head and saw Lin Pianran, her face was full of smiles.

Lin Pianran hurried to the center of the hall and knelt respectfully.

"Your Highness the Queen Mother, I am not good at performing, but I sincerely wish you a happy birthday. I have carefully prepared a birthday gift for you. I hope you enjoy it. I also wish you to be like the gorgeous peony, blooming the most dazzling light in this palace..."

The Queen Mother was intrigued when she heard this and said jokingly with a smile, "Then let me see your sincerity!"

Lin Pianran gave Huo Yuchen a wink.

Soon, two gifts covered with red silk were carried in from outside the hall.

Everyone was eagerly waiting to see what birthday gift the Princess of Yuhua County had prepared.

When the four guards placed the two gifts in the center of the hall, Lin Pianran signaled Huo Yuchen to come forward as well, and the two of them simultaneously peeled off the red coating on the gifts.

Suddenly, two pots of peonies growing very well came into view.

This is a variety that no one has ever seen before. The flowers are extremely brilliant and gorgeous...

When the Queen Mother saw the two pots of peonies, her eyes suddenly lit up with a strange look, and light flowed in them.

She couldn't help but exclaimed, "Great, great... I really like this gift. I'll give you a generous reward. Come, come quickly, move it into my greenhouse and have someone take good care of it..."

Then, the Queen Mother looked at Lin Pianran with a more loving gaze.

As expected, if you give gifts that suit the birthday person's taste, you can send them to the heart of the birthday person.

When Lin Pianran held a large box of precious oriental pearls and several pieces of precious moonlight gauze, Princess Dechang was so angry that her nose was almost crooked.

Originally, I heard that Lin Pianran was a beggar and had no chance to learn any talents in the Lin family, so I wanted to take the opportunity to make her look bad, but I didn't expect that it would help her and let her win a huge reward.