A sword was pressed against Princess Yaolan's chest.
The movement was so fast that many people didn't even see how the Regent drew his sword. Others were not allowed to bring swords into the palace, but the Regent was an exception.
Facing the sword pressed against her chest, Yao Lan, after an initial moment of fear, smiled and even gently stroked the hilt: "Your Highness, do you also want to test Yao Lan's character? I wonder if you are satisfied?"
After saying that, she deliberately bumped her chest against the tip of Xiao Yanchu's sword, looking at Xiao Yanchu with a smile in her eyes.
She was certain that Xiao Yanchu wouldn't dare to lay a hand on her.
She is the princess of Bei Li. If Xiao Yanchu dares to make a move, it could affect the relationship between Da Chu and Bei Li.
Xiao Yanchu coldly said, "Princess Yaolan, you asked me whether I am willing to marry you? This is the answer."
Xiao Yanchu suddenly exerted force with his sword, piercing directly into Princess Yaolan's chest without the slightest hesitation.
"Ugh!" Yao Lan clutched her chest, blood trickling from the corner of her mouth. She stared at Xiao Yanchu in disbelief.
He actually dared to lay a hand on himself!
The sword pierced her chest, but it wouldn't kill her.
Xiao Yanchu drew his sword and threw it to Hu Qing, who was standing behind him, saying, "Melt this sword for me." He then turned and left the banquet.
"Yes, Your Highness."
Hu Qing took the sword and followed closely behind.
For the first time, Yao Lan's facial expression twisted.
He stabbed her with his sword and then complained that she was dirty!
She traveled all the way from Bei Li to Da Chu, just for him.
She couldn't let go of him ever since she saw him once on the battlefield two years ago.
She threatened suicide before her brother agreed to let her come to the Great Chu for a marriage alliance.
I never expected Xiao Yanchu to treat her like this!
Xiao Yanchu!
Do you think you've lived up to my deep affection for you?
The main hall was completely silent.
No one knew that a welcoming banquet would turn out like this, and no one dared to utter a sound.
Xiao Chenyi secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Given how Xiao Yanchu treated Princess Yaolan, it's no wonder she wouldn't choose him again.
Xiao Chen also spoke up: "Someone, help the princess down, and quickly summon the imperial physician!"
Aya stepped forward and helped the princess: "Princess, let me help you back to the palace to heal your wounds."
Yao Lan stood up and glared fiercely at Xiao Yanchu's departing figure.
Xiao Yanchu, one day I will make you kneel at my feet and beg for forgiveness!
With the main guests gone, the banquet naturally ended.
After examining the princess, the imperial physician confirmed that her injuries were not serious and that she would recover after a few days of rest.
Subsequently, Xiao Chenyi sent a series of gifts to Yaohua Palace to comfort Princess Yaolan.
Whenever he had free time, he would visit Yaolan at Yaohua Palace.
Even Aya could tell that Xiao Chenyi was being overly attentive: "Princess, has the Emperor of the Great Chu Kingdom taken a fancy to you?"
Yao Lan could easily see through Xiao Chenyi's meaning, and she sneered:
“He’s a good-for-nothing. If it weren’t for Xiao Yanchu, could he have gotten to this position? And now he’s even trying to kick me while I’m down. As long as I marry into the Regent’s Palace, with the Regent’s abilities, it will be a piece of cake for Bei Li to bring Xiao Chenyi down.”
This was also the main reason why the king finally agreed to let her come to the Great Chu for a marriage alliance.
Once she becomes the Empress of Great Chu, Great Chu's resources will be continuously sent to Northern Li. As Northern Li grows stronger, wouldn't it be just a matter of time before it takes over Great Chu?
When Xiao Yanchu returned to the Prince's residence, he was summoned by Consort Jiang.
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