Just having this child means that even if Yi Chenqi really doesn't like Liu Yuanmeng anymore in the future, he will still consider the child and give Liu Yuanmeng the respect and dignity she deserves.
Yi Chenqi didn't seem very happy. It was unclear whether it was because Yi Chenxuan's resurgence had a huge impact on him or because he hadn't rested well. He kept drinking one glass of wine after another, and he had already drunk quite a lot before the banquet even started.
After An Yuan'er appeared, he didn't look up at her, but just kept drinking his wine.
Taking advantage of the crowd, An Yuan'er sat down in her assigned seat. Her seat wasn't particularly prominent, which suited her perfectly.
Before long, most of the people had arrived, and the banquet officially began.
Emperor Tiansheng was in high spirits. He and the Empress had not been close for several years, but because of this child, the gap between them seemed to be thawing.
Liu Yuanmeng walked to Yi Chenqi's side and advised, "Your Highness, drinking too much wine is bad for your health. Please drink less."
Yi Chenqi remained noncommittal.
Instead, the Emperor overheard their conversation and jokingly said, "I've always heard that the Crown Princess personally takes care of everything concerning the Crown Prince. The Crown Prince and Crown Princess have a very good relationship. The Crown Princess is considerate and never forgets to care for the Crown Prince wherever she goes. Qi'er is truly blessed to have married Yuanmeng."
During the brief moment of looking down, Yi Chenqi stopped pouring wine. When he looked up again, he seemed to have changed his expression. He replied, "It was Father and Mother who made the decision for Qi'er's marriage. This blessing is also a gift from Father and Mother. Qi'er and Yuanmeng thank Father and Mother for their grace."
With a smile, Liu Yuanmeng followed Yi Chenqi's words and bowed to the Emperor and Empress to express her gratitude.
To outsiders, it was a picture of a harmonious couple and a peaceful family life.
Little did An Yuan'er know that she inadvertently caught a glimpse of the mocking smile on Yi Chenqi's lips as he stood up.
The most remarkable thing about adults compared to children is that we unconsciously develop an extra layer of acting skills. We can act out whatever sounds good to others. And the more we act, the thicker the mask on our faces becomes.
The Emperor said with satisfaction, "The royal family should have more children. I hope that by this time next year, I will be able to hold your children. When I get old, I will also hope that there will be more children running around in the palace, so that it will be more lively."
When Emperor Tiansheng was young, he experienced the struggle for the throne among the princes. He was ruthless and decisive, and even killed his own brothers. But even such a person would yearn for family affection in his middle age.
Seeing this scene, An Yuan'er felt a strong sense of physical disgust for some reason. The Emperor of Tiansheng is now willing to play the role of a good father and elder, but who will repay A-Li for the suffering and neglect he endured back then?
Even as a child, Yi Chenli was exceptionally talented and resourceful, always standing out among the princes. Yet, his father, the Emperor Tiansheng, never even spared him a glance of encouragement. This gradually led to Yi Chenli's low self-esteem and sensitivity during his childhood. Ultimately, that child also longed for praise and recognition. But he never received the recognition he deserved, even as he grew up. Ironically, after his death, he was bestowed with glory.
The scene was so disgusting that An Yuan'er took out a handkerchief and vomited up the dessert she had just eaten.
Yi Chenxuan smiled and said, "As the elder brother, I've been outdone by my younger brother. I'll definitely keep up the good work this year and bring more joy to the palace."
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