His standing up drew everyone's attention.
After all, this emperor's thoughts were like a needle at the bottom of the sea, unfathomable and elusive.
If he were to get angry, I'm afraid there wouldn't be anyone who wouldn't be afraid.
Liu Fuqing and Situ Feiyu immediately stopped arguing. Liu Fuqing's mouth was half closed. "Your humble servant greets Your Majesty."
Both men lowered their heads, seemingly realizing that the banquet hadn't even started yet, and that arguing had embarrassed His Majesty.
An Honghan's face was devoid of any emotion, and his cold eyes were completely devoid of feeling. He first glanced at Situ Feiyu, and then moved his gaze to Liu Fuqing.
He slowly began to speak, "Minister Liu, today is the day Prime Minister Situ returns to court. If we upset everyone, it would be a shame."
Upon hearing His Majesty's words, Situ Feiyu's eyes gleamed. He was about to press his advantage and have His Majesty direct his anger at Liu Fuqing, thus turning the tide.
Before he could speak, An Honghan spoke again: "It's been a few months, but Prime Minister Situ's temper hasn't changed. Whenever he sees Minister Liu, there's always an argument."
As he said this, An Honghan naturally moved closer to Xi Xizhi, placing his large hand on her shoulder, standing beside her in a protective posture.
Situ Feiyu's face stiffened instantly. He had no intention of causing trouble for Liu Fuqing today, but this old man was so tactless. He had only been at the banquet for a short time when he started to insult him.
Seeing the intimate actions between His Majesty and Miss Xi, Situ Feiyu's eyes flashed, and he seemed to be even more certain of his decision.
The glint in his eyes did not escape An Honghan's notice. An Honghan frowned, his gaze turning icy and chilling.
"Your Majesty, I know I was wrong. Please forgive me. I was just joking with Lord Liu. We have a good relationship. We would never really quarrel. Don't you agree, Lord Liu?" Situ Feiyu said the last few words through gritted teeth.
Who would believe his excuses?
Moreover, he has used this reason at least ten times.
However, although they all knew the truth, they would not come forward to expose it.
It would be best if both sides could save face.
Who would dare to be presumptuous in front of An Honghan?
"Of course... of course it was just a joke. Today, Lord Situ is returning to court. I am too busy welcoming him to argue with him. A little bickering can even strengthen our relationship."
Xi Xizhi was held in An Honghan's arms, observing the expressions of the two men.
She clearly saw Situ Feiyu snort disdainfully, but since the facial expression was only for a moment, not many people noticed it.
Indeed, the imperial court is the most hypocritical place.
Xi Xizhi couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
To show their close relationship, Liu Fuqing and Situ Feiyu put their arms around each other's shoulders and drank together like brothers.
Having been an emperor for many years, An Honghan was naturally not easily fooled by the two of them.
However, as long as they don't make a fuss here, he will accept even the most unrealistic reasons. "If that's the case, then that's for the best. With the assistance of the left and right prime ministers, I can make the people live a more peaceful and happy life. Please sit down, or the food will get cold."
Holding Xi Xizhi's small waist, An Honghan led her step by step to the throne above the ninth tier.
During the previous banquets, An Honghan would prepare a small table for her, so Xi Xizhi habitually scanned her surroundings to see if there was a seat for her.
Upon discovering that his small table had not been set up, he immediately turned to ask the head steward.
An Honghan raised his hand and patted her shoulder. "No need to look. I didn't ask anyone to prepare a chair for you today."
Xi Xizhi was stunned for a moment, then glared at him angrily.
Even without speaking, An Honghan clearly understood the meaning behind it.
'Without my table and chairs, what am I supposed to eat!' This is a blatant question and accusation.
Before this, the palace maids and eunuchs in Panlong Palace had already prepared lunch. She had come all the way from Panlong Palace following An Honghan's instructions, but there was still no place for her to sit down and eat.
The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. Xi Xi pouted angrily, and in her mind, a miniature version of herself was beating up a miniature version of An Honghan. The miniature An Honghan was pinned to the ground and made to cry.
With so many ministers watching, and intimidated by An Honghan's imposing presence, Xi Xizhi didn't dare to argue with him. She pouted and said, "Then I'll go back to Panlong Palace."
Since no one eats here, she'll naturally find another place to eat!
Although the dishes at Panlong Palace are definitely cold, they can still be eaten after being heated up.
An Honghan's ears twitched, and his gaze fell on a child's stomach. "You're so hungry, and you still want to run around? Aren't you afraid you'll faint from hunger on the way?"
Xi Xizhi glared at him. "Even if I faint from hunger, it's none of your business!"
The next second, he was pressed to the spot by a strong and powerful arm.
"Order the imperial kitchen to serve the dishes." An Honghan put his arm around Xi Xizhi's waist and made her sit with him on the dragon throne.
This throne is much larger than an ordinary chair; it could comfortably accommodate three adults.
As soon as Xi Xizhi sat down, all eyes turned to her.
She had previously sat on the dragon throne with His Majesty, and many people held their breath and dared not utter a sound.
If the last time it was just His Majesty's occasional whim, what about this time?
They absolutely did not believe that His Majesty was unaware of what it meant to share the dragon throne.
Xi Xizhi only felt the chair beneath her bottom...
My bottom is burning hot!
Liu Fuqing was an upright man and wanted to point out that His Majesty's behavior was inappropriate, but just as he was about to speak, he met An Honghan's icy gaze.
If he couldn't see the warning in His Majesty's eyes, he would have lived in vain for so many years.
The palace maids responsible for serving the dishes carried them in and out.
Seeing that Xi Xizhi was still pouting, An Honghan raised his hand and brushed the stray hairs from her forehead. "The flood in Fengzhou caused Fengze Kingdom to lose a large amount of grain, and just appeasing the people has already consumed a lot of manpower and financial resources."
Xi Xizhi blinked, wondering why An Honghan said that.
An Honghan pressed on, raising an eyebrow, "Shouldn't we be conserving food at a time like this?"
An Honghan glanced at the dishes laid out on the table...
"Why not dine with me? If you can finish a whole table of dishes without leaving a single grain of rice or vegetable, then I will immediately order the eunuchs to prepare a table and chairs for you."
Xi Xizhi glanced around, swallowed hard, and saw that there were at least thirty dishes on the table.
Looking back at the leftover food on my table each time, it is indeed a huge waste.
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