Chapter 995: Unreachable by Ordinary Women
After two days of silence, there were some slight ripples on the sea.
The owner of the ship, the seller, also sent someone to inform them that a banquet would be held on the ship tonight to entertain them and another guest, Monk, the king of the State of Dian.
Nan Yan and Jian Ruocheng were a little surprised to hear the news.
As for a welcoming reception, it should be held on the first day they board the ship, but now, the business has been discussed and two days have passed, why are they suddenly thinking of holding a banquet to entertain them?
The attendant said, "Originally, my master thought that the two of you didn't want to meet, so he didn't prepare a banquet. But now that you've all met and are all acquaintances, the master has no qualms."
“…”
"Besides, the master doesn't want to be too rude."
“…”
Put it this way, it's hard to refuse.
Jian Ruocheng thought for a moment and said, "Alright, thank your master for his kindness on my behalf. We will definitely be there tonight."
"Thank you very much."
The servant turned and walked out.
Nan Yan turned to look at him: "Are we all going?"
Jian Ruocheng said, "We're all on this ship, and we know each other well. It would be bad if we didn't go."
"I just think it's a little weird."
"Are you worried about what the host might do, or what the guest might do?"
"I, I don't know either."
Although, I had clearly made a private agreement with Monk, and logically others should be wary of me, but now, I am being cautious.
Could it be that he is really guilty?
Jian Ruocheng smiled at her gently and said, "It's okay, we just need to be careful."
"Um."
The plan was finalized. In the evening, in order not to be too rude, Nan Yan washed herself up a bit, opened her bag, and saw several sets of clothes inside.
Because she was kidnapped from the palace by Prince Ning, she had no time to bring any luggage. Fortunately, Prince Ning Zhu Xuan was a romantic man with many concubines, so there was no shortage of tailors to make clothes for women. After she arrived at Prince Ning's mansion, someone quickly delivered several sets of clothes that were not only gorgeous but also fit her perfectly.
This time when I go out to sea with Jian Ruocheng, I naturally have to bring a few sets of clothes with me.
Since tonight was a relatively "important" occasion, she naturally couldn't wear the casual, slightly wrinkled clothes she was wearing. Nan Yan looked around, but all the clothes were gorgeous and fancy, so she could only reluctantly choose a slightly simpler one to change into.
Although it was still a bit flashy for her.
Prince Ning...what a taste!
When the time came, Jian Ruocheng came over and went with her. When he opened the door, he was stunned when he saw her.
Nan Yan asked, "What?"
“…”
She subconsciously looked at the light red dress on her body.
The neckline was a little low, revealing a trace of fair skin and bony collarbone, making her look delicate and agile; the sleeves were slightly gathered at the wrists and then spread out in the shape of lotus leaves, with the fluttering gauze making her slender hands look as white and tender as flower stamens.
The waist is not too complicated, but very close-fitting, which perfectly outlines her slender waist, narrow hips and long legs, which are hidden under the long skirt, like a lotus flower, graceful and elegant.
Nan Yan asked, "Is there a problem?"
“…”
Jian Ruocheng looked at her with complicated eyes, then looked away and lowered his head to look at his feet. After looking at them for a while, he raised his head again and said calmly, "Nothing."
“…”
"very good."
"oh."
After hearing what he said, Nan Yan felt relieved, at least she didn't behave rudely.
But when he looked up, he saw Jian Ruocheng still looking at him.
Just then, a faint sound of music came from afar.
Jian Ruocheng seemed to be awakened, and with a slight shock, he immediately said, "Let's go."
"Um."
So the two of them walked out.
When I walked to the room I had been to that day, as soon as I entered the door, I felt a dazzling light inside.
Before, when they were discussing business, they would simply place candlesticks in front of and behind each person's desk. But tonight, because a banquet was being held, candlesticks were placed all around this spacious room, and for a moment, the room was brightly lit.
There are many screens around the room, dividing this spacious room into two layers, inner and outer.
On the outer layer, there were not only servants standing there to serve, but also workers playing music.
No wonder they heard music as soon as they walked outside.
As soon as Nan Yan walked in, she saw Monk sitting opposite her. He was smiling and talking to the people around him, but when he heard their footsteps, he immediately turned around.
Then, I saw Nan Yan.
Those eyes flickered slightly in the candlelight.
Nan Yan felt uneasy at his focused and somewhat fiery gaze, and subconsciously looked down at herself - was the button not buttoned properly?
No, my clothes are neat and tidy, and there is nothing disrespectful about it.
She walked over with Jian Ruocheng.
The arrangement of the table was still the same as when they discussed business that day. Of course, there was no bamboo curtain, but the screen in front was still standing.
The figure behind the screen was already reflected on it.
It seemed that the master still did not intend to reveal his appearance to them.
Nan Yan couldn't help but frown and looked at the figure again - now, she had figured out the identity of the person who came to bid for the ironware with them, but this seller was still mysterious.
Who is it?
She was confused and slowly sat down behind the table.
As soon as she sat down, she looked up and met Monk's gaze again. He was still staring at her.
Nan Yan couldn't help but frown.
At this time, Jian Ruocheng beside him smiled and said, "Your Majesty is a little rude."
“…”
Monk turned his head and looked at him, then seemed to come to his senses and smiled at them.
But his gaze still lingered on Nan Yan.
After talking with him that day, Nan Yan no longer wanted to pay any attention to this person. She just looked behind the screen. Since it was a banquet and guests from both sides had arrived, she naturally had to listen to what the host had to say.
But the person behind the screen seemed to be quiet for a while.
Then she opened her mouth and said, "The Imperial Concubine is indeed worthy of being the Imperial Concubine. She is indeed graceful and elegant, not something that an ordinary woman can achieve."
“…”
As soon as he said this, everyone present was stunned.
Nan Yan also frowned.
Although she knew that the person behind the screen could call out her full name and must be aware of her identity, why did she suddenly mention her identity as "Imperial Concubine" at this time?
Moreover, his tone was a bit strange.
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