edict?
A decree of succession?
Yuan Yao looked at Feng Xun in surprise, her eyes asking a question.
Feng Xun's face was only a few centimeters off the ground as he shook his head at her.
Yuan Yao immediately understood.
Feng Xun brought her here, not to find the imperial edict.
Moreover, it seems that Feng Xun was unaware that the imperial edict was here...
However, Feng Huan knew the truth!
Feng Huan... wanted to set a trap for her and Feng Xun!
How could we possibly let him succeed?
Yuan Yao looked at Feng Huan: "The edict of succession, what kind of edict is it?"
Upon hearing this, Feng Huan blew a breath, causing his dragon-beard bangs to flutter slightly: "You don't even know about the edict of succession?"
Yuan Yao frowned.
Of course she knows!
However, for now, she can only pretend not to know.
If the so-called "forbidden area" truly contains the edict of succession, then she and Feng Xun will likely be framed...
So unlucky.
I forgot to check the almanac when I went out today.
Yuan Yao's mind raced as she analyzed the pros and cons—
The current timing is not favorable to them.
The envoys from the Great Qi were accompanied by officials from the Western Qiu court, who stayed by their side at all times.
The imperial guards were then concentrated and housed at the post stations.
The people of Jingyue Pavilion were also being watched...
If Feng Huan dies, more than half of the hundred-plus lives of the Great Qi will likely be lost in Xiqiu!
Moreover, given Feng Huan and Consort Xing's cunning, they must have supported quite a few people over the years.
If they make a move, they might be discovered before they even escape from Hidden Snow City!
no!
We must not act rashly...
Let's adapt to the situation!
Feng Huan looked at Yuan Yao and smirked, "It seems the rumors were indeed true."
Your Majesty, you truly dote on your daughter, spoiling her to the point that she knows nothing of it...
Indeed, the Great Qi had a nine thousand-year-old regent overseeing the country, and had established a crown prince early on.
I've heard that your Emperor is in good health?
Therefore, this edict of succession is indeed unnecessary.
After speaking, Feng Huan gently shook his folding fan, looked up at the plaque on the pavilion, and revealed a confident expression.
The plaque bears three large, gilded characters: Wangyue Pavilion.
Know nothing?
You know nothing!
green tea!
Cunning man!
Feng Huan is probably just like his mother, full of wicked schemes!
But he still pretended to be a refined and easygoing person.
hypocritical!
Yuan Yao clicked her tongue and tilted her head back.
Upon closer inspection, she discovered that the Xiqiu Royal Palace had many names containing the character "moon"...
For example, Jingyue Pavilion, Lanyue Palace, Wangyue Pavilion...
These "moons" all represent one person—Princess Liuyue.
Given that the forbidden area was named after the woman he loved, it's quite possible that Feng Nanqi placed the edict of succession inside...
Right now, she needs to make one thing clear.
Yuan Yao looked at Feng Huan and pursed her lips, saying, "Your Highness, I heard from the palace servants that Consort Xing has gone missing?"
Upon hearing this, Feng Huan smiled slyly: "The palace servants are mistaken. My mother has a headache and is resting in a side hall of Xingchuan Palace right now."
Is Consort Xing in Xingchuan Palace?
If Consort Xing hadn't been taken away by Po Yue, Yuan Yao would have believed Feng Huan's words.
When Consort Xing went missing, Feng Huan sent word and led a large group to search for his mother, but then he turned back at the last minute…
There is only one reason.
Feng Huan is plotting against the imperial edict!
Feng Huan wants the imperial edict!
Unfortunately, Feng Xun brought her to Wangyue Pavilion!
If she doesn't resist, she's likely to suffer...
Yuan Yao looked at Feng Xun, her mind racing, searching for a way to escape.
Beside him, Feng Huan waved his fan and walked to Feng Xun's side: "Feng Xun, how about your second brother gives you a favor?"
"If you help your second brother, he will release you and Princess Yuan."
After he finished speaking, he pressed down with his fan.
The guards holding Feng Xun down began to exert force on their hands.
Feng Xun's fair face was immediately pressed to the ground.
Seeing this, Yuan Yao struggled a few times: "Feng Huan, release Feng Xun!"
Feng Xun has delicate skin; what if she gets her face injured?
Hearing the voice, Feng Huan turned around: "What's wrong, Princess Yuan, are you feeling sorry for her?"
If you feel bad about it, Princess Yuan can do it for Feng Xun.
Yuan Yao: "..."
Feng Xun, standing to the side, already had a bad feeling.
Feng Xun's jade-like face was covered in dust: "Second brother, you will regret this!"
"Regret?" Feng Huan stroked his hair and beard, then closed his folding fan. "I never regret what I've decided to do!"
After saying that, Feng Huan glared at him.
As soon as the guard let go, Yuan Yao was released.
She looked at Feng Huan with a heavy heart.
Feng Huan twirled the fan handle and said lightly, "Princess Yuan, after entering Wangyue Pavilion, there is a lotus-shaped candlestick reflecting the moon on the second floor."
If you hold the candlestick and rotate it three times to the left, a candlestick base will pop out.
After the candlestick base pops out, turn it seven times to the right.
After seven laps, a hidden compartment will pop out from under the base, containing a black lacquered gold box. Take out the box and bring it to me.
Upon hearing this, Feng Xun was shocked: "Second Brother, have you gone mad?"
Feng Huan chuckled and asked Feng Xun, "Silly brother, is there such a handsome and dashing madman in the world?"
Feng Xun was both angry and helpless.
"Feng Xun." Yuan Yao looked at Feng Xun and comforted her, "You stay here and wait for me. I'll go up and get the box."
I'll be down soon, trust me.
Feng Xun tried to struggle: "But..."
Yuan Yao ignored him and instead looked at Feng Huan: "Your Highness, I didn't remember the number you mentioned earlier."
"You didn't even remember that?" Feng Huan looked up at the sun and urged, "Three to the left, seven to the right, don't get it wrong, otherwise, if you turn it wrong, it'll cost you your life!"
Yuan Yao: "..."
Yuan Yao said "Oh," clapped her hands, lifted her skirt, and stepped into Wangyue Pavilion.
With a creak, the door was slammed shut from the outside.
Inside, the light suddenly dimmed.
Yuan Yao: "..."
Sooner or later, she'll get her hands on Feng Huan!
Trash!
After Yuan Yao's eyes adjusted to the light, she looked around.
The Moon Gazing Pavilion, though called a forbidden area, is actually a huge study.
A large spiral staircase suspended in mid-air; the entire wall of the building has been transformed into a giant bookshelf, filled with scrolls...
Yuan Yao climbed the spiral staircase to the second floor.
Standing on the second floor and looking down, the view becomes more open and the light is brighter.
There are easels on the second floor, as well as a huge white porcelain painting jar.
The painting vat contained many paintings of various sizes.
Yuan Yao had a sudden inspiration.
She walked to the painting vat, reached in, and laboriously took out a painting scroll from it.
As she took the items, Yuan Yao muttered, "Although it's not good to look through other people's personal belongings without permission, Your Majesty, for the sake of my life, I had no choice but to do so. I'm so sorry..."
With great effort, he untied the silk threads binding the scroll and unfolded it.
A lifelike portrait appeared before her.
The person in the painting has skin as white as jade, hair as black as ink, and eyes like stars... with a charming smile, she seems like a celestial being.
Meeting those seemingly expressive eyes, Yuan Yao's emotions were inexplicably stirred, and her eyes welled up with tears.
Yuan Yao blinked and whispered, "Liu Yue?"
Although she had never met Princess Liuyue, she had a hunch that the person in the painting was Liuyue.
There's hope!
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