"Granted." Xiao Chenyi would not make things difficult for his cousin.
The courtiers also put down their wine cups, filled with anticipation.
"I've heard that Princess Fengxi's dance is the best in the capital."
"Yes, it is all thanks to His Majesty that I have the honor of witnessing Princess Fengxi's dance today."
“Princess Fengxi truly deserves to be called the most beautiful woman in the capital. Even before she started dancing, she was already graceful and charming.”
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Wei Yinshuang bowed respectfully and withdrew to the side hall to change her clothes. As she passed the Regent's table, she seemingly casually cast her gaze upon the man she had been longing for.
Unexpectedly, Xiao Yanchu was talking to the eldest princess and didn't even glance at her.
Wei Yinshuang pursed her lips. For him, she had practiced this dance diligently for a year, just so that he could see her one more time on New Year's Eve.
Soon, she was sure she could amaze the world with her dance, and he would definitely keep her in his heart from then on.
Thinking of this, Wei Yinshuang quickened her pace and headed towards the side hall.
Before long, the eunuchs brought out three round drums. Those present were curious about the purpose of the drums.
Thump!
Thump!
Thump!
Three palace maids came over and struck the drum. With the rhythmic drumbeats, a young girl suddenly fell from mid-air in the hall and landed right on the large drum in the center.
The golden tulle skirt, paired with a matching veil, perfectly accentuated the girl's graceful figure.
As the girl fell, the musicians' music began to play.
The dance moves in sync with the music.
The girl leaped and danced back and forth between the three drums, her grace tinged with a touch of heroism.
Everyone present had never seen such a novel dance before. They all stopped eating and drinking, and focused on appreciating the beautiful dance moves.
Wei Yinshuang continued dancing, her eyes drifting towards the Regent with a captivating allure.
But the regent kept his head down, drinking his wine, and didn't look at her once from beginning to end.
Wei Yingshuang's heart tightened, and a surge of grievances welled up inside her. Her rhythm faltered for a moment, and she almost fell off the drum.
Fortunately, she had practiced dance for a year and still had a solid foundation. She quickly adjusted her mindset and managed to complete the dance without any major incidents.
Finally, Wei Yinshuang stopped on the large drum in the middle, like a flying goddess. The dance stopped and the music fell silent.
After a few seconds of silence, the audience erupted in enthusiastic applause.
"good!"
"Princess Fengxi truly deserves to be called the number one talented woman in the Great Chu Kingdom. In ancient times there was the 'Rainbow Feather Garment Dance,' and now Princess Fengxi's 'Stunning Dance' is amazing, truly amazing."
"Yes, yes, with just this one dance, Princess Fengxi's talent will surely reach new heights."
"The Duke of Dingguo has truly raised a fine daughter."
Duke Dingguo, Wei Qiming, kept saying "Not at all," but the pride in his eyes was impossible to hide.
"Your Majesty, Princess Fengxi's dance was astonishing. Shouldn't she be rewarded?" The Empress Dowager smiled, looking at Wei Yinshuang kneeling below with satisfaction.
She truly lives up to her reputation as a daughter of the Wei family.
"Emperor?" Seeing that Xiao Chenyi did not reply, the Empress Dowager called out softly again.
"Ah, oh, oh, she deserves a reward, she deserves a reward. What do you think she should reward her with?" Xiao Chenyi was also amazed by Wei Yinshuang's stunning performance and was momentarily stunned.
Alas, if it weren't for my mother's objection, my cousin Yinshuang would be the current empress.
Empress Xu, who was standing to the side, naturally saw Xiao Chenyi's reaction. She tightened her grip on the handkerchief in her hand, her eyes flickered slightly, but her face still held a calm smile.
"In my opinion, Princess Fengxi is of marriageable age. Why not take advantage of this auspicious day and time to bestow upon her a marriage she desires?" the Empress Dowager said softly.
The entire capital knew that Princess Fengxi was in love with the Regent, so even after she came of age, she was still not engaged.
Xiao Chenyi felt a pang of reluctance, but he never dared to disobey his mother's wishes, so he nodded and said, "Everything is up to you, Mother."
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