In a few days, it will be the birthday celebration of the eldest princess. The whole capital will be decorated with lights and colorful decorations. It is so lively. In the morning of this day, Xiao Ning got up early, dressed neatly, and then went to put jewelry on Leng Qingqiu.
He gently hung the pair of platinum earrings he had given to Leng Qingqiu on her small earlobes. Then he chose an exquisite jade hairpin for her and carefully inserted it into her black and shiny hair.
"Well, it's done, Aunt Leng, how is it?" Xiao Ning asked softly.
Leng Qingqiu looked at herself in the mirror and a satisfied smile appeared on her face. She turned around and hugged Xiao Ning, then kissed him on the mouth and said happily: "Well, it's really beautiful, Ning'er!"
After saying that, the two smiled at each other and walked out of the house together. Bai Ziyun had been waiting outside the door for a long time. When she saw the two of them coming out, she quickly stepped forward and took Xiao Ning's arm. Then the three of them followed Song Yu out of Meishan Academy and headed for the eldest princess' birthday celebration.
A luxurious carriage slowly drove to the gate of the palace, with four people sitting in the carriage: Song Yu, Leng Qingqiu, Bai Ziyun and Xiao Ning. Song Yu stepped forward and handed the guard an invitation. After a careful inspection, the guard informed them that the carriage could not enter. Leng Qingqiu and Bai Ziyun looked at each other when they heard this, then took out the veil from their sleeves and put it on their faces. Xiao Ning got off the carriage in advance and gently helped the two of them get off the carriage.
Walking into the palace, the building was magnificent and majestic, showing the imperial atmosphere. The four walked along the red carpeted road and found that many guests had come in after entering the palace. The eunuchs and palace maids warmly received everyone and guided them to their seats. They were arranged to sit in the middle. Xiao Ning's unique white hair and the temperament of Leng Qingqiu and others around him attracted curious glances from other guests.
After they sat down, Xiao Ning looked around and found that many people in luxurious clothes had gathered here, including some elders and sect leaders. Among them were familiar figures, Lei Wanshan, the leader of Shenxiao Sect, and Yue Yunfei, the leader of Wanjian Sect. He secretly sighed in his heart, this place really brought together all the big names in the world!
Although Dagan was a dynasty, it was a world of immortal cultivation, not the mundane world. Dagan, which controlled a large area of territory, was still not as good as those large sects.
Of course, neither side can do anything to the other. After all, the dynasty controls the mortal kingdom and has great power; while the sect has countless strong people and a deep foundation. Therefore, the emperor and the sect are inextricably linked, and they must restrain and support each other. Therefore, there are marriages, or sending royal heirs to the sect to practice.
Xiao Ning whispered in Bai Ziyun's ear: "Master, Sect Master Lei is here too, do you want to go and say hello?"
Bai Ziyun shook his head and said: Forget it, I’m no longer in the sect anyway, it would be so awkward to meet you!
After Xiao Ning nodded to her, he began to look around the crowd again. Suddenly, he saw two familiar figures. It was Su Yue and Mu Yanran! He quickly grabbed Leng Qingqiu's hand, pointed at the two of them and asked in a low voice: "Aunt Leng, has Yao Chi also received an invitation?"
Leng Qingqiu also saw the person coming, and was equally surprised and said in a deep voice: "I guess so, I've been away for such a long time, I don't ask about the things in Yaochi anymore."
However, while they were talking, Su Yue also noticed their figures and was equally surprised. When she was about to step forward to greet them, a sharp and piercing eunuch's voice suddenly rang out.
"The Emperor and His Royal Highness the Princess have arrived!"
Everyone stood up and greeted them, "Your Highness, Your Highness, Your Highness, Your Highness, Your Highness." The emperor smiled and raised his hand, "Everyone, please stand up."
After everyone was seated, Dongfang Xiong glanced at the people below, his eyes flashing with wisdom, and he slowly said: "Thank you all for attending the birthday celebration of my daughter Dongfang Qinyin. In addition to entertaining you all today, there is actually something I want to announce to everyone."
Everyone pricked up their ears and looked at the emperor expectantly.
"Even the eldest princess has reached the age of marriage. I plan to hold a martial arts competition to find a husband for her." The emperor said with a smile.
Before he finished speaking, the crowd was in an uproar, with everyone talking and excitement on their faces.
"Your Majesty is wise!"
"The eldest princess is both talented and beautiful. This martial arts competition will surely select the most suitable consort!"
"I wonder if Your Majesty has any specific rules?" At this time, an elder of the sect asked with a bow.
Dongfang Xiong smiled slightly and said firmly: "Of course there is. This time, the competition for marriage is of course based on strength! Whoever can successfully win the first place will become my great son-in-law!"
Hearing this, the young talents in the audience were so excited that their faces flushed. They whispered to each other excitedly, with anticipation in their eyes. If they could become the consort of the Dagan's son-in-law, they would not only be able to marry the eldest princess, but they would also be likely to become the husband of the empress in the future, a person who was second to none and above everyone else. They could also get the resources of the Dagan to improve their cultivation! Picking out one of them alone would make people fight for it.
The elders of the sects began to think and discuss strategies nervously, thinking about how to give their disciples an advantage in the martial arts competition. They knew that this was not only a personal honor for the disciples, but if they could marry into a big family, their status in the world would gradually rise.
The people below were talking, but Dongfang Qinyin had no time to pay attention. Her eyes were always fixed on a figure - Xiao Ning. Xiao Ning also keenly noticed her gaze, and then gave her a gentle smile and nodded slightly, indicating that she didn't have to worry. This simple action conveyed endless comfort and encouragement, as if telling her: "With me here, everything will be fine."
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