Coupled with the deliberate snub of the past few days, this emperor definitely intends to do something today.

"After you left, they wanted you to go up and compete as well. After all, you are also the daughter of the Right Prime Minister in Yongfeng Kingdom. They are very interested in seeing how the daughters of the Right Prime Ministers from the two countries compare."

Today's banquet is mostly attended by people who want to see a spectacle. They all feel that Yongfeng Kingdom's rules are too rigid. Why should women only be able to play the zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting? The difference in their thinking means that they are destined to never become true allies.

"It seems I was right to escape; I couldn't beat that person."

Wen Yinzheng is also at the banquet today. It wouldn't be good to embarrass myself in front of him, since I'm going to be his apprentice.

"We can't stay out too long, let's go back quickly." Song Tangxue sighed, feeling as if she had just come out and was about to return to that oppressive place.

"Actually, I quite like it here," Xie Qianzhong suddenly said.

Lingfeng Kingdom is very similar to his country; they are very united, and the people live in peace and contentment without seeking great wealth or status, only wishing to live a peaceful and smooth life in this world.

"I really like this place too, and I hope I'll have the chance to come back again."

They returned to the palace, but the situation had completely changed; the delegation suddenly got into a dispute with the people of Lingfeng Kingdom.

"Many of us are newcomers and don't understand many of the rules, so we've been following your arrangements these past few days. Aren't you going too far?"

"What does this have to do with us? It's clearly because you're too weak. Since you've come to the Spirit Phoenix Kingdom, you should naturally follow our rules. If you have any complaints, you might as well fight us first!"

The atmosphere was tense, and Song Tangxue suddenly felt a sharp pain in her head. Meng Youyu quickly ran to her side.

"Let me tell you, you just missed a great show. The troupe leader drank too much and accidentally got into a conflict with them. If you ask me, these people from Lingfeng Kingdom are really going too far. We are royalty in Yongfeng Kingdom, but here we not only don't get any respect, we are also ridiculed."

Meng Youyu had wanted to say this for a long time, but Song Tangxue had not yet expressed her opinion.

These people are arrogant and have looked down on others ever since they came in. There's more to this world than just force. When it comes to national policy, they are no match for them.

"I really don't know what the Emperor is thinking. He has been on good terms with Lingfeng Kingdom for years and sends people here every year. I'm not coming next year no matter what."

The situation over there gradually became tense, and even the Emperor couldn't help but stand up from his seat: "Enough! Today is a palace banquet, not a place for you to fool around!"

Previously, they allowed others to compete freely, but when it came to Yongfeng Kingdom, they casually remarked that it was not a place for casual fighting.

Song Tangxue couldn't stand it anymore: "I didn't know that Lingfeng Kingdom was so lacking in manners. If we had known earlier, we should have sent a few brutes."

Everyone focused their attention on Song Tangxue, and even the Emperor was startled by his words.

"What do you mean by that? Are you questioning me?"

I originally thought that Lingfeng Kingdom was a country of gentlemen, but now I see that it is nothing special. Their country only worships military strength and neglects other aspects. In their minds, only the strong have the right to speak.

The emperor's face darkened: "Who are you?"

"I am Song Tangxue, the Crown Princess of Yongfeng Kingdom, and also the legitimate daughter of the Right Prime Minister. Since you only care about martial prowess, why don't I have a contest with you today!"

Those around her stared in shock. Song Tangxue looked so frail that it was obvious she didn't know any martial arts.

"Very well, since that's the case, I'll see if your strength is as strong as your mouth."

Song Tangxue wasn't confident. After all, even if she had learned martial arts, she couldn't compare to those who had practiced since childhood. Her clothes were inconvenient, so she went to the room next door to change.

Even inside the room, one could hear the whispers of the palace maids outside.

"You were at the palace banquet just now, weren't you? This Crown Princess really doesn't know what's good for her. She doesn't even know her own strength before daring to fight with Miss Rou'er."

"Indeed, our Miss Rou'er is a woman who is no less capable than any man. She is even better than ordinary soldiers. We'll see how she is defeated in a moment."

"I think he can't even beat me. How about we give him a taste of his own medicine later?"

After Song Tangxue changed her clothes, she went out, and their discussions stopped abruptly. For some reason, they felt that Song Tangxue had become a different person, transforming from aloof to heroic and spirited. They even had a feeling that Song Tangxue would win against Rou'er.

The palace maid who initially promised to intimidate Song Tangxue now dares not utter a single word.

"I've changed my clothes, let's go."

They snapped out of their shock: "Yes..."

On their way to the palace, the two palace maids glanced at each other and saw scheming in each other's eyes.

"Please wait a moment. Before going to the palace banquet, you must burn incense and wash your hands as a sign of respect. Please come to this room."

Song Tangxue sensed something fishy. She had never heard of this rule in Lingfeng Kingdom before, and there weren't so many things happening when other people competed.

"Did the Emperor say that?"

A glint flashed in the palace maid's eyes: "Lingfeng Kingdom has always had this rule. It's normal that you haven't heard of it before since you've never been here."

Song Tangxue sneered. It seemed they really thought she was a pushover, someone anyone could kick. If she didn't get angry, they really thought she had no temper. Ever since they came to Lingfeng Kingdom, they had never been respected. Even when Zhan Ming won, he still ignored them.

They're just two palace maids, yet they dare to act so arrogantly.

"Okay, let's go then."

They breathed a sigh of relief and led Song Tangxue to the front of the house. Just as they were about to push her inside, they were the ones who were pushed inside instead. Song Tangxue, who was left outside, kindly said, "Even if you like burning incense and washing your hands so much, you might as well wash your brains first and not do such a stupid thing again next time."

The door was bolted shut, and no matter how much the palace maids pounded on it, no one opened it. Song Tangxue returned to the palace alone. Everyone noticed that the two palace maids were missing, but no one paid any attention to it, perhaps because the two of them had some work to do.

"bring it on."

Rou'er was somewhat disappointed. She had thought she would have a thrilling battle today, but instead, she was facing a frail little girl. It seemed that the fight would end in less than a move.

"I'll spare your life because you're from another country."

Rou'er was indeed exceptionally skilled. She drew her sword right away, which was extremely disrespectful to the Emperor. However, the Emperor did not care and nodded in satisfaction.

"Is that the Yao Guang Sword in Rou'er's hand?"