With his beloved wife about to participate in the competition, Long Xuan Mo had been vigorously keeping his passions in check these past few days. But now, he could no longer restrain himself, nor did he want to, for it was only when he and his wife became one that his heart felt secure, that he truly felt Jiujiu by his side.
Soon, the room filled with a beautiful and moving melody.
After their intimate moment passed, Long Xuan Mo held his exhausted wife tightly, and they both drifted into a deep sleep.
When lunch was served at the dining table, the family members waiting in the dining room saw the couple arrive hand in hand; the hint of spring in Yang Mengchen’s brow was unmistakable to all.
Upon returning, Long Xuan Mo went straight to Jiujiu’s room without seeing anyone else. Far from being angry, Yang Chaowen and other elders were pleased and reassured to see the couple’s affection for each other.
The family had a warm lunch together, after which Yang Chaowen and others decided to go cheer for Yang Mengchen. They left Yang Chengyou and Yang Chengyu to protect their respective wives while the rest of the family escorted Yang Mengchen to the competition venue.
Of course, Xiao Guai and the other two were inseparable from Yang Mengchen’s side.
Seeing Xiao Guai and the other two guardians hovering around Yang Mengchen, the people of the Dongchu Capital had grown accustomed to it. Others suddenly realized why the animals had obeyed Princess Chen that morning – it was the presence of these three kings of animals beside her.
However, the sight of these three fierce animals caused the ladies to pale in fright, and even some men, who prided themselves on their courage, also felt uneasy.
Yang Mengchen gently patted the heads of Xiao Guai and the others, and they obediently made their way towards the main seats, bowing and wagging tails respectfully to the Emperor, the Empress Dowager, and the Empress.
Aside from a few, the rest of the audience was stunned.
These three kings of animals possessed such intelligence!
The Emperor laughed heartily, "It’s rare that you still remember Us, the Empress Dowager, and the Empress."
Xiao Guai and the others became even more cheerfully respectful, and then moved forward, either lying prostrate or coiling at the feet of the three most prestigious people in Dong Chu, appearing docile and adorable. Yet, their profound eyes vigilantly scanned the surroundings.
The Emperor, the Empress Dowager, and the Empress were delighted, yet they were clear-looking as mirrors; it was undoubtedly Jiujiu who had sent Xiao Guai and the others to protect them, as well as to intimidate certain individuals.
Not only were people amazed at the animals’ sagacity, but they also envied not having such intelligent Auspicious Beasts themselves.
Qi Qiuxin was practically mad with jealousy. The deep mountains of Xiliang had tigers and wolves too, but none as white as these, and those beasts were extremely fierce and brutal. She and her Imperial Brother had tried everything but failed to capture even one, and this wretched woman had managed to obtain the kings of tigers and wolves, along with such a large golden python—how could she not be envious?
Qi Zonghao’s eyes gleamed. He had thought Princess Chen was just a woman; he had not expected her to surprise him time and again. No matter the cost, he was determined to have Princess Chen for himself.
The siblings stared intently at Yang Mengchen, and the keenly sensitive Xiao Guai and the others immediately caught on to Qi Zonghao and his sister’s odd behavior, their eyes turning coldly bloodthirsty as they all looked towards the two.
Everyone curiously watched Xiao Guai and the others, naturally catching their expressions, and followed their gaze.
Sensing trouble, Qi Zonghao promptly hid the sharpness in his eyes.
As for Qi Qiuxin, who lacked experience, she didn’t expect Xiao Guai and the others would notice her, much less that everyone else would look her way. Unable to hide the spite on her face quickly enough, her jealousy was evident to all present.
For a princess of a nation to not only be unable to accept loss but also to constantly undermine Princess Chen, and now to envy her for having the protection of three Spiritual Beasts, was to deeply disgrace the royal family of Xiliang. The eyes of the onlookers were filled with nothing but contempt and disdain. freeωebnovēl.c૦m
The people of Xiliang felt shamefully exposed; if there had been a crack in the ground, they would have wished to crawl inside, for the situation was too embarrassing.
Especially the judges from Xiliang, who resolved to report the conduct of the competition to the Emperor upon their return, particularly the behavior of Princess Qiuxin. If the Emperor continued to indulge her reckless actions, they, along with their supporting factions and their subjects, would not stand for it.
Qi Qiuxin’s face turned red with rage under the undisguised mocking gazes of the crowd, and seeing her Imperial Brother’s warning looks, she hastily lowered her head.
Yang Mengchen, you wretched woman, you’ve made me suffer public humiliation time and again—I will never let you off the hook!
A small incident did not dampen the enthusiasm of the audience, which prompted the judges that it was time for the competition to begin.
The contestants, each accompanied by a maid, took their seats at the designated places. After Old Hai announced the rules of the competition, he distributed a beautiful abacus to each contestant.
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