Chu Ningrong ignored the three people and quickly stood up. "Wait here, I'll go to the small kitchen and bring it over. You guys try it. This time the heat was well controlled. It looks pretty good to me."

After saying that, she quickly went out and headed towards the small kitchen.

Sheng Chuhan spoke frankly, complaining to Sheng Yuan, "Father was resting yesterday and stayed with Mother the whole time. How could he have given her time to study those pastries?"

Saint Chu Yi chimed in from the side, "That's right, Father, you're a bit incompetent."

Sheng Yuan's face darkened, but he said somewhat embarrassedly, "I couldn't resist taking a nap at noon. I promised it would only be for a little while. Who knew that she agreed to nap with me, but then said she had a burst of inspiration and went to the small kitchen to research new tea snacks."

"Father!" Saint Chuhan was displeased.

"Shh, they're here. You all better act properly. If you upset your mother, I won't let you off the hook." Sheng Yuan, hearing the familiar footsteps, immediately whispered.

"Hmph, Father, you're making it sound nice. You can have a couple more pieces later." Sheng Chuhan twitched her lips in protest.

"What are you talking about? Come and have a taste, this time I made something absolutely delicious, don't worry." Chu Ningrong came in carrying a food box.

She brought out the pastries, and the group looked at the pink peach blossom-shaped pastries on the plate with some surprise.

"Hey, this time it really looks like the real thing, it's pretty good." Sheng Chuyi stared at the pastries.

This statement was unanimously agreed upon by Sheng Chuhan and Sheng Yuan, who both nodded in unison, "Indeed, it's quite good."

"What are you three whispering about, heads together? Why aren't you eating?" Chu Ningrong asked, puzzled.

Sheng Chuhan picked up the pastries and handed one to each of Sheng Yuan and Sheng Chuyi, saying, "Let's share the good fortune together, shall we?"

The two of them reluctantly accepted the pastries under Chu Ningrong's gentle gaze.

The three of them took a bite at the same time, and their expressions instantly turned as if they had been struck by lightning.

Sheng Yuan glared at the two of them. Under Sheng Yuan's threatening gaze, Sheng Chuhan and Sheng Chuyi swallowed without chewing and then immediately picked up their teacups and took a sip of tea.

Because the two people had their backs to Chu Ningrong, she couldn't see their expressions. Upon seeing this, she immediately asked, "How was it? Was it delicious this time?"

Sheng Chuhan turned her head and met Chu Ningrong's expectant gaze. Feeling somewhat at a loss, she looked at Sheng Chuyi with pleading eyes.

Sheng Chuyi nodded. "The pastries that Mother made this time are truly unique. They are indeed hard to find outside. Why don't you try a bite, Mother?"

As she spoke, she picked up a piece of pastry and handed it to Chu Ningrong. Chu Ningrong waved her hand, "I added extra sugar this time, so I won't eat it. I haven't been feeling sweet lately. If you like it, have some more."

Sheng Chuyi took a breath. "Mother, I suddenly remembered that I have something very urgent to deal with. I have to go now. Mother, I will taste the pastries next time you make them."

After saying that, he put the pastries in his hand on the table as if they were too hot to handle, and turned to leave.

Upon hearing this, Sheng Chuhan immediately added, "Mother, I suddenly remembered that I need to take measurements and have a new dress made today. I'll go first."

Then, holding half a piece of pastry, he fled as if escaping.

Looking at the pretty peach blossom-shaped pastries on the plate, Chu Ningrong said unhappily, "I specially learned how to make these, why do these two kids seem to avoid them like the plague?"

Sheng Yuan asked with some difficulty, "Did you send all the palace servants out and do it all by yourself?"

Chu Ningrong smiled and nodded, her tone somewhat proud, "Of course, this is my secret recipe, and no outsiders are allowed to be present."

Shengyuan sighed. "So you mistook salt for sugar?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Ningrong gasped in shock.

Shengyuan looked at the pastry in his hand, but couldn't eat a single bite. "With so much salt and honey, the taste is really indescribable."

After saying that, fearing that Chu Ningrong would be sad, she quickly added, "If you put the right seasoning next time, it will definitely taste good. I'm looking forward to it."

Chu Ningrong glared at him resentfully, "Then thank you so much."

Sheng Yuan chuckled awkwardly, "You rest first, I'll go find the Crown Prince. The invitation from Xuan Cang Continent has already been sent. Although we are close to Xuan Cang Continent, other continents have already set off, and our people should set off as well."

Upon hearing this, Chu Ningrong's attention was diverted. "Are you planning to send Yi'er?"

Sheng Yuan nodded, "Yes, it's the era of the young now. I've wanted him to ascend the throne for a long time, but this brat keeps giving me nice words and just won't become emperor."

Chu Ningrong laughed out loud, "You still have the nerve to bring this up? When you first ascended the throne, the Holy Sky Dynasty was in a state of disrepair. You were so busy that you were never seen again, which left a shadow on that child. He thought that becoming emperor meant losing all of Shanghai Jing'an. So many years have passed, and that child still hasn't come out of the shadow."

However, these past years have indeed been tough. The Qiong family has never given up their treacherous intentions, and I've heard they're causing trouble again in the Minjiang River area of ​​the Xuancang Continent. Regardless, the Qiong family is ultimately from the Shengqiong Continent, and we must make plans as soon as possible. We can't let the Shengqiong Continent be implicated; the people have only just begun to enjoy a peaceful life.”

Upon hearing the first part of the statement, Sheng Yuan glared and became indignant, but upon hearing the second part, his expression turned serious.

“Rong’er, you’re right. We can’t let the Qiong family ruin the Holy Sky Dynasty. Alas, the late emperor always had good intentions towards them. If they were willing to repent and reform, the throne wouldn’t be out of the question. But look at them, they haven’t improved at all. How can I feel at ease handing this country over to the Qiong family?”

Shengyuan got angry as he spoke.

After several generations, the Holy Sky Dynasty finally began to show significant improvement under his leadership, and the people finally began to live a peaceful and prosperous life. However, the Qiong family's constant provocations exhausted his patience.

Seeing that his face had turned red with anger, Chu Ningrong immediately comforted him, "Just talk it out. What are you so angry about? Everyone can see what they're like. When you discussed this matter in court, those ministers absolutely refused to hand over the country to the Qiong family, and the people wholeheartedly support the Holy Sky Dynasty. That's enough. Our Holy Family has been hoping for this for generations, just to uphold our original aspirations. You've done enough. Don't be angry, it's not worth it."

"Alright, I understand. I'll go find the Crown Prince first and finalize the banquet arrangements." After saying this, Sheng Yuan told Chu Ningrong to rest well before leaving.

As soon as Shengyuan left, Chu Ningrong turned around and sat on the soft couch. She said to the nanny next to her, "At this age, he is still so easily angered. He still has the nerve to talk about Yi'er. Yi'er's temperament is much more composed than his."

With a smile, Granny Chu massaged Chu Ningrong's shoulders, her face full of kindness. She said with a smile, "How can you be so old? You and the Emperor are still young."