"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. I will be there on time the day after tomorrow." Cui Mixue suppressed the doubts in her heart, put on a happy look, and replied to the maid.
"That's great. I'll go back to the palace and report to the imperial concubine." After the maid finished speaking, she turned around and left the room to return to the palace.
When Cui Mixue heard the news that the Hundred Flowers Banquet was about to begin, an idea immediately came to her mind.
We might as well take advantage of this Hundred Flowers Banquet to test Su Mengyan's background.
The suspected Su Mengyan had no idea what Cui Mixue was thinking at this time, and was still eating and drinking in Situ Yao's house.
As a result, I received an invitation to the Hundred Flowers Banquet unexpectedly.
One letter was sent by Concubine Bai, and the other was sent by Cui Mixue.
Su Mengyan really didn't want to go to any of those Hundred Flowers Banquet and Hundred Herb Banquet.
Wherever women gather, something bad is bound to happen, and this Concubine Bai will definitely take the opportunity to make things difficult for her.
Su Mengyan doesn't want to become a target again.
But Concubine Bai had already sent the invitation, so she had to go whether she wanted to or not.
What puzzled her was that Cui Mixue had always been at odds with her, so why would she send her an invitation?
When Situ Yao came back in the evening, Su Mengyan went to his side and said, "Your Highness, I don't want to attend the Hundred Flowers Banquet."
"Hundred Flowers Banquet?" Situ Yao raised his eyebrows. Why would Concubine Bai invite Su Mengyan to her Hundred Flowers Banquet?
I'm afraid he just wants Su Mengyan to embarrass herself at the banquet.
"Empress Bai has already sent me an invitation." Su Mengyan lowered her head and twisted her handkerchief.
"Since the imperial concubine has invited you, then you should go." Situ Yao certainly knew that Su Mengyan didn't want to go, but this was an invitation from the imperial concubine Bai after all. If he turned it down, the imperial concubine Bai might hold a grudge against him.
Even if Su Mengyan went to the banquet, if Concubine Bai had any trouble, Situ Yao would still be able to protect her.
"Not only Concubine Bai, but even Cui Mixue has sent me an invitation." Su Mengyan then spoke.
When he heard Cui Mixue's name, Situ Yao immediately realized that this matter was not simple.
At an occasion like the Hundred Flowers Banquet where the ladies compete with each other for attention, intrigue is inevitable.
When Situ Yao learned that Su Mengyan was going to participate, he felt that something was wrong. She was just an insignificant concubine, so how could she trouble the imperial concubine to come in person to invite her?
There must be something fishy going on here. If Concubine Bai and Cui Mixue team up to make things difficult for Su Mengyan, she's afraid she won't be able to withstand it.
Thinking of this, Situ Yao frowned slightly and said in a low voice: "You guys come out."
Five figures suddenly appeared in the originally empty room. They were all dressed in black and knelt respectfully on the ground, with their heads lowered and not saying a word, waiting for Situ Yao's orders.
Situ Yao's eyes were dark, but his voice was calm: "On the day of the Hundred Flowers Banquet, the rest of you will be on guard nearby. Remember to hide well. If anyone tries to make things difficult for Su Mengyan, you must ensure she is safe. Otherwise, you don't have to come back."
"Yes." The secret guard responded and disappeared after a moment, as if everything just now was an illusion.
The safety was guaranteed, but Situ Yao felt that something was missing.
"Go to the city and find a few skilled embroiderers. Ask them to make a dress before the Hundred Flowers Banquet. Use the best materials. Give them as much silver as they want. I only want the best." Situ Yao turned and instructed the little servant beside him.
There is still some time before the Hundred Flowers Banquet, so making a nice dress will be enough.
His people must be the most beautiful among all the others.
On the morning of the Hundred Flowers Banquet, Su Mengyan was still sound asleep when Chunhe hurried over and called out to her, "Master, please wake up! We have important things to do today. Someone has arrived outside to deliver something. Please get up and take a look."
Su Mengyan opened her eyes reluctantly, thinking that it was only a short time ago and she was asked to get up. This party was really troublesome.
After struggling for a long time, Su Mengyan slowly sat up under Chunhe's almost pleading gaze, but when she saw the clothes placed in the room, her eyes lit up and she quickly put on her shoes and looked at them carefully.
The material used is high-quality brocade. The lotus-colored dress looks elegant yet playful, with flowing cloud patterns on it. The hem and cuffs are embroidered with large peonies in gold thread.
It's obvious that this thing is worth a lot of money. It's low-key yet luxurious and cannot be ignored. Situ Yao really is willing to spend money this time.
Su Mengyan smiled with satisfaction. Who wouldn’t love such a beautiful dress?
After washing and dressing up, Su Mengyan put on the exquisite clothes. She looked at the lovely girl in the mirror and was a little dazed.
The original owner of this body was already beautiful, and now with a little makeup, she has become even more beautiful, making people unable to take their eyes off her.
"Master, this dress really suits you. You are so beautiful that all the ladies will be envious of you." Chun He said sincerely.
Su Mengyan curled her lips, but the smile did not reach her eyes.
This Hundred Flowers Banquet is probably different from the previous ones. It doesn’t matter whether it is beautiful or not. What she is afraid of is that Cui Mixue will do something weird again. She should be careful.
At the Hundred Flowers Banquet, most of the invited female guests had already arrived. Cui Mixue was sitting next to Concubine Bai and talking intimately with her, making the latter laugh from time to time.
Cui Mixue was wondering why Su Mengyan hadn't arrived yet when she saw a woman walking towards her gracefully, with a dignified and elegant demeanor.
The person was wearing a lotus-colored long dress which looked unremarkable at first glance, but when one walked closer one would be amazed at the exquisite workmanship. The pearls and jade on her head were also very valuable, and her bright little face was really pleasing to the eye.
Who else could this be but Su Mengyan? Seeing how beautiful Su Mengyan was, all the women began to discuss it in low voices.
"Isn't she a concubine in the Crown Prince's mansion? Why is she dressed so extravagantly? It's obvious she's showing off because she's favored."
"Yes, yes. I don't know how this vixen managed to hook up with the prince. But she is indeed dressed beautifully and looks great. I'm afraid the prince is attracted to her because of this."
Cui Mixue heard every word of the crowd's discussion, and a fierce look flashed in her eyes. She had chosen her favorite clothes and dressed up beautifully, but Su Mengyan had just entered the room and stole her attention.
Su Mengyan outshines herself just by wearing this outfit. She has stolen all the limelight. How can she, the prince's wife, be inferior to her, a prince's concubine?
Thinking of this, Cui Mixue's face became gloomy. She clenched the handkerchief tightly in her hand and looked at Su Mengyan with hatred in her eyes.
"Your servant greets the Imperial Concubine." Su Mengyan seemed unaware of Cui Mixue's gaze. She walked forward and bowed slightly.
Concubine Bai was also surprised to see her like this, but she suppressed her doubts and said calmly, "No need to be so polite. Please sit down now that you are here."
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