When the brocade box was opened by those old but well-maintained hands, a burst of fragrance wafted to the emperor's nose, and his frown gradually relaxed.

After taking a deep breath, the emperor looked satisfied.

"This is made by me personally, and the spices I used are all top-grade..."

After all, Yan Xiwan was born into a noble family and knew how to read people's expressions. From the emperor's face, she knew that he was very satisfied with this item.

But before he could finish his flattering words, he was interrupted by the emperor: "Come forward and show me."

Hearing this, Yan Xiwan shuddered all over, and a bad premonition gradually filled her heart. She was panic-stricken and hesitant, wanting to see if there was anyone beside her who could help her solve this problem. However, among the crowd, everyone was agreeing, and no one cared about what was happening here.

Even if someone really noticed it, who in the court would dare to go against the emperor?

unless……

But before she had time to think about it, she heard the emperor coughing in dissatisfaction. Yan Xiwan had to step forward for the time being. She thought that the emperor was determined to make trouble for Lu Yanluo today, and suddenly she came up with an idea to change the subject.

He first walked forward cautiously, then knelt before the emperor, took the teapot from Eunuch Gao, and poured tea for him attentively.

"Your Majesty, I have remembered every word you said just now. In my opinion, Prince Ye really thinks too highly of Princess Ye, and he even dares to challenge you like this."

After saying this, because he couldn't figure out what the emperor was thinking, he lowered his head and dared not breathe.

"Go on."

The emperor gave an order, and Yan Xiwan could not hear any sadness or joy in that voice, so she could only pluck up her courage and said: "In fact, I think that maybe Princess Ye whispered something in her ear..."

This was a huge risk. If one happened to say something that the emperor was against, it would be a big mistake.

For a long time, no sound was heard. Sweat dripped down Yan Xiwan's forehead and fell on the back of his hand.

"Well, it seems someone has read my mind. I never thought you would be so smart."

"Your Majesty, I am just telling the truth."

Then the emperor changed the subject: "I have always been clear about rewards and punishments. Tell me, what reward do you want?"

Reward? Upon hearing this, Yan Xiwan's almond-shaped eyes lit up.

If I take this opportunity to ask the emperor for a marriage, will I have a chance to marry Chu Xuan?

"If I remember correctly, I heard from the Queen that you have not yet been engaged?"

Upon hearing the word "engagement", Yan Xiwan was startled and the teacup in her hand almost fell to the ground. Fortunately, she was quick to catch it and avoided the risk of colliding with the emperor's carriage.

She was really ecstatic.

"Your Majesty, I do not have a marriage contract yet..."

As she spoke, her face was already flushed.

"Well, among all the young, unmarried officials in the court, is there anyone you like?"

"I have always thought that His Majesty the Night King is handsome and outstanding..."

Yan Xiwan couldn’t say anything more.

"The Night King already has a princess. If you are given to him, you can only be his concubine. You should think carefully."

It was impossible to tell whether the emperor was happy or angry in his tone.

"Your servant, I have thought it over." Yan Xiwan said this more firmly than ever before.

"Let me think about this matter, you can leave first."

Yan Xiwan had no choice but to leave.

"Miss Yan is proficient in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. She is one of the most talented women in Kyoto. However, I think it is not appropriate for her to be a concubine to the Night King. The Night King's personality..."

Eunuch Gao's tone was full of tentativeness.

Serving the king is like serving a tiger. You should be careful about everything when you are by the king's side.

"I personally arranged the marriage, so I have no say over his temper."

Not far away, Lu Yanluo held her cheek and stared at where the king was.

The melon seeds went in and out of his mouth, and the skins that were spat out were covered with saliva.

This was totally unpresentable, but Lu Yanluo didn't care.

After all, she was the most important person at the celebration banquet today, but she was completely ignored.

So, after eating and drinking, I was so bored that I could only eat melon seeds to pass the time.

I never thought that I would happen to see Yan Xiwan serving tea and water to the emperor.

Because they were far away, she couldn't hear what the two of them were talking about.

Just from the emperor's expression, I always felt that this dog emperor was very satisfied with Yan Xiwan.

This... I have to say, the emperor is still strong despite his old age.

Could it be that he wants to take Yan Xiwan into his harem?

Lu Yanluo narrowed her eyes.

Not far away, Chu Xuan, who was toasting with others, looked in Lu Yanluo's direction. Seeing that her face was full of gossip, he declined the toasts from the ministers and walked towards Lu Yanluo.

"Are you full?"

Just as she was distracted, the voice that came from her ear immediately brought Lu Yanluo back to her senses.

"Yeah." She stared at Chu Xuan impatiently, but nodded her head involuntarily.

It's really boring here.

The so-called celebration banquet was just a group of old men relaxing, eating, drinking and having fun. The women of each family were competing with each other, showing off how rare the fabrics of their clothes were, or how precious the jewelry they were wearing was.

In the distance, some women gathered together, quietly pointing and talking at Lu Yanluo, each with a mocking look on their face.

Needless to say, the leader among them was Yan Xiwan.

Lu Yanluo lowered her head and looked at herself, then curled her lips. Her outfit today shouldn't be so shabby, right?

As if seeing through her thoughts, Chu Xuan had no intention of staying in the palace any longer, so he stood up and asked the emperor for permission.

"Father, your Majesty, I have been traveling a long way. After returning to the capital, I hurried to the palace. Now I am not feeling well. I am afraid I need to go back to recuperate as soon as possible. I will take my wife and I to take my leave first."

His voice was not loud, but it was like thunder out of the blue, silencing the entire hall.

Everyone was shocked.

They all couldn't understand what had happened to the Night King, who was usually the most stable person, tonight, and why he went against the emperor time and time again.

Could it be that the strong liquor had gone through his brain and made him so confused?

"How dare you! Today is a celebration banquet specially arranged for you and Princess Ye, but you two left early. What is the purpose of my holding this celebration banquet?"

The emperor's face darkened. It was clear that his dignity was trampled underfoot in front of all the court officials.

It seems that he treated Chu Xuan so well that he forgot what he should do.

"I just don't want to see my wife in pain. She is also a meritorious official today. How can a meritorious official be in such pain? What's the point of the celebration banquet?"

The tone was neither humble nor arrogant. Seeing this person doing so much for her, Lu Yanluo felt inexplicably moved.

She couldn't just sit there and wait for death.

After all, you can't hold back no matter what you say.

[It seems I have to use my ultimate move. ]

[It is said that women are born actors. Today I will show you what real acting is. 】

Because his back was facing Lu Yanluo, Chu Xuan couldn't see her little movements behind him at all, but the thoughts in her mind were ridiculous.