Chapter 15 Dongzhu is in the Treasure Pavilion
Xiyan is used to storms and waves and is very calm.
She leaned forward slightly, lowered her head, and came close to Helian Feng.
As she leaned forward, she stole a glance at Helian Feng. It turned out that this was the Crown Prince of Tianqi!
But his temples were as if cut by a knife, his eyebrows were as if painted in ink, he was solemn and dignified, with a unique demeanor. His every move revealed an innate nobility and handsomeness. In terms of appearance, he was not inferior to Xiao Nanyue.
At this moment, Helian Feng seemed to sense something and his eyes suddenly met Xiyan's.
The gaze seemed gentle, but was extremely penetrating. Her heart suddenly tightened, and her wrist trembled slightly uncontrollably.
However, she quickly calmed down, still maintaining a respectful expression on her face. She calmed her mind and filled the wine glass in front of Helian Feng steadily without spilling a drop of wine. Her movements were as skillful as a well-trained maid.
The wine ripples in the glass, emitting an amber-like luster. The aroma of the wine becomes increasingly rich, filling the air and making one feel slightly tipsy.
Helian Feng just glanced at her lightly, then quickly looked away, picked up the wine glass, and continued chatting and laughing with Xu Jingzhen beside him.
However, he did not order the maids to leave, so they stood on both sides of the guests to serve and obey his orders.
After three rounds of drinks, Helian Feng spoke again:
"Master Xu, the Dongzhu is kept in the Treasure Pavilion. It is absolutely safe. No one would dare to steal it from my Prince's Mansion. You can rest assured. Don't go home until you are drunk tonight. Drink as much as you want."
Xiyan's heart moved. It turned out that the South China Sea East Pearl was placed in the Treasure Pavilion by Helian Feng!
Xu Jingzhen nodded repeatedly and raised his glass to express his gratitude:
"Thank you, Your Highness, for your thoughtful consideration!"
At this time, Helian Feng clapped his hands lightly, and the sound of stringed instruments began.
A group of dancers filed in from both sides of the hall. They were all young and beautiful, with light and enchanting steps. They were wearing colorful skirts that sparkled in the candlelight.
As the music began, a beautiful woman in red stood out with her eyes full of affection. Her gaze was filled with a thousand kinds of charm, and the long red silk in her hands danced freely with her movements, drawing brilliant arcs that resembled the sunset glow on the horizon.
The other dancers were dressed in colorful clothes and coordinated with each other, spinning or leaping. Their movements were uniform, yet each had its own unique charm.
As the music reached its climax, some dancers held feather fans, half covering their delicate faces. With a flick of their jade wrists, the feather fans opened and closed in an orderly manner, revealing some affectionate eyes and some rosy faces; some shook out the bells at their waists, making bursts of crisp sounds, which complemented the sounds of stringed instruments.
All the Nanzhao envoys were attracted by this wonderful dance, and the originally lively conversation gradually died down.
The Southern Zhao envoy Xu Jingzhen could not help but nod slightly, with admiration in his eyes. In particular, the woman in red who was leading the group had beautiful eyes that were captivating and alluring.
Helian Feng had a faint smile on his face as he leaned back in his chair leisurely, quietly appreciating this visual feast.
Xiyan lowered her head slightly, and the corner of her eyes fell on the woman in red, and her eyebrows slightly frowned.
Even if others cannot see through it, Xiyan has been with Manluo for many years, and she knows every one of her looks and movements.
She is so brave that she disguises herself as the leader's dancer. Is she afraid that others won't notice her?
Or, does she want to take a risk and win with one strike?
After the song was over, the dancers gathered together, leaned forward and waved their sleeves to greet the prince and the envoys from Nanzhao.
Xu Jingzhen looked at these dancers and couldn't help laughing with some sincere admiration:
"Today, I have truly broadened my horizons. I never imagined that the beauties of Tianqi could dance so enchantingly and boldly. Compared to the dancing skills of the women of Nanzhao, they have a unique charm. Tianqi is indeed a place of outstanding people and beautiful scenery, which is why it can produce such a beauty!"
He praised incessantly, but his eyes were fixed on the woman in red who was in the lead, his gaze full of appreciation and admiration.
Everyone has weaknesses, and the only shortcoming of this Nanzhao envoy is his lust.
The beauty in red seemed to sense Xu Jingzhen's fiery gaze, and she smiled back at him charmingly, with spring feelings surging in her eyes.
The two of them exchanged glances, and the atmosphere was ambiguous.
Helian Feng took it all in, and curled his lips slightly, revealing a meaningful smile:
"Master Xu, your praise is unmerited. The dancers in my mansion possess only crude skills and are not worthy of your esteem. They simply dance spontaneously. If they can earn your smile, it will be their great honor."
After saying this, he turned his gaze towards the woman in red with a gentle expression:
"May I have your name?"
The woman took a step forward with lotus steps, her voice soft and melodious, like a yellow oriole singing out of a valley:
"Your Highness, this servant is Hong Ling."
Helian Feng nodded slightly and responded:
"Well, all right! You stay here. After the banquet is over, you can accompany Master Xu back to Xieyuan on my behalf!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the deep meaning in the words was self-evident. Hong Ling understood and bowed:
"As you command!"
After saying this, he retreated obediently to Xu Jingzhen's side, stood with his head lowered, looking gentle and docile.
Xu Jingzhen was well aware of the good intentions of Prince Tianqi and was extremely happy.
Soon, he pretended to be drunk, holding his forehead with one hand, swaying slightly, and smiled shyly at Helian Feng:
"Your Highness, this wine is truly intoxicating. I am not strong enough to handle it, so I must take my leave now!"
Helian Feng saw this, but his smile did not diminish. He knew what he was thinking, but he did not point it out:
"Lord Xu must be tired after all the travel and drinking. Then go to bed early. We have plenty of time to drink and chat."
Then, he winked at the shadow behind him:
"Mingying, you must accompany Master Xu back to Xieyuan and take good care of him."
"yes!"
Mingying accepted the order and bowed to Xu Jingzhen:
"Master Xu, please move to the garden. That's where you'll be staying tonight!"
"Okay, thank you!"
Xu Jingzhen stood up and said goodbye to Helian Feng briefly.
Hong Ling was also tactful. She stepped forward to support Xu Jingzhen and left the table accompanied by Mingying. Several of Xu Jingzhen's personal guards followed, and they soon left the hall...
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