As her words fell, the stage lights gradually dimmed, and a bright moon slowly rose, hanging in the night sky, casting a silvery glow.
Moonlight streamed through the window lattice, falling upon Xu Yuehuai, making her figure appear so elegant and mysterious.
"Great! Let's celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival dinner together!"
May the Great Zhou Kingdom prosper forever!
"Long live the Princess!"
The guests stood up and applauded, praising the princess's talent and charm.
At this moment, Qi Zi'ang and Qi Zixin also arrived at the scene. Seeing their mother so respected and loved, they couldn't help but feel a surge of pride.
Qi Zi'ang walked to Xu Yuehuai's side and said softly, "Mother, you are truly our pride. Your talent and charm have made Tianxianglou famous, and we are even more proud of you."
Xu Yuehua smiled slightly, gently stroking her son's hair, her eyes filled with love: "Silly child, you are your mother's pride. Your growth and progress are your mother's greatest happiness."
Qi Zixin also stepped forward and threw herself into Xu Yuehuai's arms, hugging her leg tightly: "Mother, we all love you. Wherever you go, we will always support you."
A tear glistened in Xu Yuehuai's eyes as she hugged her two children tightly: "I love you both, and I will always love you. On this Mid-Autumn Festival night of reunion, let us pray together for family harmony, peace, and prosperity."
Also, Aze, you must come back soon!
The banquet continued, filled with laughter and joy.
Xu Yuehuai chatted warmly with the guests, and her wisdom and charm captivated everyone present.
She proved through her actions that women can also achieve great success and respect in the business world. She is not only the soul of Tianxianglou, but also a role model and source of pride for women throughout Beijing.
On this Mid-Autumn Festival night of reunion, Tianxiang Restaurant was filled with a joyful and warm atmosphere. Xu Yuehuai's story will live on forever, inspiring more people to bravely pursue their dreams and careers.
However, just as Tianxianglou's business was booming and the flow of customers was endless, Xu Yuehuai unexpectedly received a message—Qi Guze, the person who had captured her heart, had actually returned!
This news was like a bombshell, stirring up a storm in her heart and instantly making her uneasy.
She immediately put down her busy work, her heart filled with urgency and worry, and hurried to the Regent's Palace.
The gates of the Prince's Mansion remained solemn and dignified, but Xu Yuehuai had no time to appreciate them. Her heart was pounding like a drum, and she only wanted to see the person she had been longing for day and night as soon as possible.
In the main hall of the Prince's Mansion, Xu Yuehuai finally met Qi Guze, whom she had not seen for a long time.
He was dressed in a simple blue shirt, and his face looked slightly haggard, but his deep eyes contained a profound warmth.
Their eyes met, as if they had a thousand words to say but didn't know where to begin.
Xu Yuehuai's voice trembled slightly with excitement: "Aze, you're finally back!"
She strode forward and tightly grasped Qi Guze's hand, as if she wanted to pour out all her longing and worries.
Qi Guze hugged her tightly and said, "Ayue, I'm back. You've worked so hard these past few days."
Tears welled up in Xu Yuehuai's eyes, but she tried her best to hold them back. She didn't want Qi Guze to see her vulnerable side; she only wanted him to know that she had always been waiting for him.
The two embraced and wept, as if trying to pour out all their longing and worries. At that moment, they only wanted to be together and didn't want to be disturbed by anyone else.
Xu Yuehuai pulled Qi Guze into the secret chamber of the study, eager to know about his experiences.
"Aze, where have you been all this time? Why haven't we heard from you at all?"
Qi Guze took a deep breath and began to recount his experience: "I encountered a man in black whom I had met in Dongsang Kingdom. He was acting suspiciously, so I followed him. Unexpectedly, I fell into a trap and only managed to escape after going through countless hardships." His voice was filled with exhaustion and helplessness.
As Xu Yuehuai listened to his story, she imagined all sorts of details and felt particularly sorry for him. She hadn't expected that he had encountered so many terrible things during this time.
She said, "You must never go out alone again. You have no idea how worried I've been about you these past few days." Her eyes were glistening with tears, and her voice was choked with emotion.
Qi Guze felt a pang of pain in his heart as he looked into her concerned eyes. He knew that Xu Yuehuai must have been extremely worried about him during the time he had been gone.
He nodded and assured them, "Okay, I will definitely be careful, and this situation will never happen again. I'm sorry to have worried you."
The moonlight flowed like a clear spring, silently covering every inch of the Regent's Palace, as if draping this ancient mansion in a mysterious veil.
In the secluded study, Xu Yuehuai and Qi Guze's feelings for each other quietly intensified under the moonlight.
Xu Yuehuai raised her head slightly, her bright eyes fixed on Qi Guze. She said softly, "Well, then I'll trust you this once." Her voice was as melodious as a clear spring, revealing deep trust.
Qi Guze's heart stirred, and a hint of tenderness flashed in his eyes. He reached out and gently took Xu Yuehuai's hands in his, as if afraid of disturbing the tranquility. Their gazes met in the night, as if they could see right through each other's hearts.
Xu Yuehuai felt Qi Guze's gentleness, and a strange emotion welled up in her heart. She leaned forward slightly and gently wrapped her arms around Qi Guze's neck. The action was so natural, as if the two had known each other for thousands of years.
A flicker of surprise crossed Qi Guze's eyes. He lowered his head and gently kissed Xu Yuehuai's lips. The kiss was as tender as a spring breeze and as passionate as the summer sun. Their lips intertwined in the night, as if whispering the secrets of their hearts.
"Hmm..."
Xu Yuehuai's heart raced, and her cheeks flushed slightly. She closed her eyes, letting herself immerse herself in the passionate kiss.
Qi Guze reluctantly released her only when she felt a little short of breath. He looked at her slightly flushed cheeks, his eyes filled with love.
"There are lanterns tonight, let me take you to see them." Qi Guze's voice was deep and magnetic, as if inviting Xu Yuehuai into a dreamlike world.
Xu Yuehua nodded, her eyes sparkling with anticipation. Qi Guze took her hand, and the two of them floated away from the Regent's Palace like fairies.
The street lanterns were already lit, their vibrant colors illuminating the entire night sky. Hand in hand, they strolled through the crowd, as if transported to a fairytale world. Each lantern seemed to tell a story, drawing them to stop and admire them.
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