Yue Xiyuan's back was tense, his fingers were clenched tightly, and his dark eyes contained a violent aura that seemed to want to destroy the world.
Looking at the imperial edict in Yue Yufeng's hand, Yue Xiyuan realized that this was not a good situation. Consort Chen had taken out this imperial edict in front of so many people, which meant she was using the Emperor to pressure them.
Consort Chen knew that with this imperial edict, they would not dare to do anything to them, and would even have to protect them.
If they were to accidentally lose their lives, all the evidence would point to them.
Disobeying imperial orders, showing no regard for brothers, ruthless, heartless and ungrateful...
This is why Yue Zhixiao and his team were willing to try it regardless of the consequences.
"Guards, take Chen Jingshu and Yue Zhixiao to the Prince Xiao's residence and never allow them to leave or be visited again!"
"yes."
This was the only option left; now, they could only be imprisoned in the Prince Xiao's residence according to the late emperor's decree.
Consort Chen and Yue Zhixiao were taken to Prince Xiao's residence and placed under close surveillance, while the others were imprisoned to await their fate.
Because of the cultivation pill he had taken, Liu Youlin was feeling depressed and frustrated, so he vomited blood and fainted.
Yue Yufeng took Gu Yanan's hand and gently rubbed it, saying, "Nan'er, I'm sorry you had to go through this."
"They ruined my wedding, and I can't even kill them? I'm furious!"
Gu Yanan was thinking that if this thing wasn't killed, it would definitely become a menace in the future.
“What Chen Jingshu is holding is indeed the edict left by the Emperor. I cannot punish him, nor can I do anything about it.”
Yue Yufeng said helplessly, "How could I not know the story of releasing a tiger back into the mountains? But I am powerless to do anything about it."
"Summon the envoy to an audience and hold a banquet!"
Although there was a minor incident, the banquet would continue because many envoys from various countries had come for Yue Yufeng's wedding. If they were neglected because of this, there might be complaints.
Servants and eunuchs led the envoys from various countries and other people who needed to attend to the Qianqing Palace.
"Crown Prince Feng Yan of Feng Kingdom greets the Emperor and Empress of Yue Kingdom. May the Emperor and Empress of Yan Kingdom fly wing to wing like the ospreys and blooming flowers on the same branch."
"Lu Liangrui, the second prince of Lu Kingdom, greets the Emperor and Empress of Yue Kingdom. The Yan Kingdom wishes the Emperor and Empress a long and lasting love, with their ethics continuing for generations. May they be a perfect couple on earth, with their families flourishing like phoenixes in the wind."
"Yan Shaoheng, Prince Heng of Yan, greets the Emperor and Empress of Yue. Yan wishes His Majesty and Empress a joyous occasion as they become a perfect couple. May they be as loving as mandarin ducks in the autumn waters and as harmonious as phoenixes in the heavenly palace. May the purple flute play under the moon and the phoenix soar, and may the green sleeves dance in the wind like a colorful phoenix."
"Very well! I have received everyone's kind intentions." Yue Yufeng raised his wine cup. "You have all had a long and arduous journey; thank you for your hard work!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
Please make yourselves at home!
Prince Heng looked around and found that he did not see Yue Zhixiao and Consort Chen. Moreover, Yue Yufeng was still sitting calmly in the hall, and Yue Xiyuan was also there. Could it be that something unexpected had happened? Prince Heng suddenly had a plan in mind.
"I remember His Majesty has a third brother, Prince Xiao. Why is Prince Xiao absent from such an important event today?"
Yue Yufeng also guessed that this Prince Heng must have some kind of relationship with Yue Zhixiao. This guy is usually a carefree prince, but he appeared in Yue Kingdom at this time, so there must be something wrong with him.
"To be honest, Prince Heng, my third brother, or rather, Yue Zhixiao, has been imprisoned by me in the Prince Xiao's residence. Long before you all arrived, Yue Zhixiao led an army of ten thousand men in an attempt to usurp the throne, but he has already been captured."
"I didn't know that Prince Heng cared so much about Yue Zhixiao. Could it be..."
Yue Yufeng paused deliberately for a moment, "Is it a friendship that transcends age?"
Prince Heng's hand clenched instantly under the table. Something had really happened. Yue Yufeng was still testing him. Did he know that he had helped in this?
"Hahaha, Your Majesty also knows that since I injured my leg, I have been living a carefree life as a prince, detached from worldly affairs. How could I possibly be friends with that traitor despite our age difference? Your Majesty is joking."
Yue Yufeng raised his wine cup again. "I misunderstood. I will punish myself with a cup."
"Your Majesty is too kind." Prince Heng then drank a cup as well.
"Since he is a traitor, what should Your Majesty do with him?"
Yue Xiyuan asked first, "Prince Heng seems quite interested in Yue Zhixiao? Could it be that Prince Heng has a hand in this treasonous plot?"
Upon hearing this, Prince Heng slammed his hand on the table.
"Regent, you have gone too far. I was just curious about the reasons behind this. I never expected you to make such a false accusation. Although Yan is a small country compared to Yue, it is not one that can be bullied at will."
Yan An whispered to Yue Xiyuan, "It's definitely related to him, no doubt about it."
"It was just a joke, Prince Heng, please don't take it so seriously. Besides, since you didn't do it, why get so angry?"
Wol Suk-won really knows how to say something that's infuriating...
"you!"
Prince Heng pointed at Yue Xiyuan, unsure whether to speak or remain silent. He never expected to be tricked by a mere youth.
Most people wouldn't give it to Wol Seok-won, since he's thick-skinned and can even make jokes without batting an eye.
"Hey! Prince Heng has traveled a long way to my Yue Kingdom, how can we take this joke to heart? In a few days, I will send someone to take Prince Heng on a proper tour of this capital, and everyone else, to experience the charm of the Yue Kingdom."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
The Moon Kingdom was vast and rich in resources, possessing immense strength that surpassed the combined power of the other three kingdoms. Therefore, they were inherently inferior to the Moon Kingdom.
Just as Yue Xiyuan was ignoring Heng Wang and carefully peeling shrimp for Yan An, Heng Wang's voice rang out again.
"This must be the future regent's wife."
Upon hearing this, Yan An realized that this guy had turned his attention to him so quickly; he was really persistent, like a fly.
The crown princes and princes of the other two countries followed Prince Heng's gaze and looked at Yan An.
Her skin was as white as snow, her eyebrows and eyes were exquisite, her long black hair cascaded down her shoulders like a waterfall, her eyes were deep and bright, outlining a pair of beautiful pupils, her figure was enchanting and exquisite, with beautiful curves and graceful posture, she was dressed in purple, and her temperament was noble and elegant.
"Indeed, as the world says, she deserves to be called the number one woman in the Moon Kingdom. Could it be that Prince Heng already knew this Regent's Consort?"
"Your Highness is too kind. How could I possibly know such an extraordinary woman as the Regent's Consort? I only met her once when I was a guest at Yuelai."
Yan An never expected that in that instant, the Prince of Heng would remember his face.
Judging from his expression, he wasn't at all surprised that Yan An was at Yuelai Guest House. It seems that this Prince Heng is no ordinary person.
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