Seeing that Ling Yunchen was alright, Ling Haoyang and Ling Zhiheng also showed relieved smiles.
With their father fully recovered, the heavy burden that had weighed on their hearts for so many years was finally lifted.
Their younger sister is indeed their lucky star; everything has been getting better since she came back.
The palace was filled with laughter and joy every day, and the Emperor's face beamed with smiles more often.
All of this is thanks to my younger sister.
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Nighttime, in a palace.
Ling Haoyang was just about to rest when he suddenly sensed a presence. His eyes sharpened, "Who!"
At the same time, spiritual energy surged forth from his hand.
"Brother, it's me." A familiar voice rang out in the hall. Ling Jingyan walked over. "Are you trying to murder your own brother?!"
"Ling Jingyan, are you out of your mind?! Why are you here so late at night instead of sleeping?!" Ling Haoyang stopped in time and started cursing.
They weren't afraid of being killed as assassins.
"Do you think I wanted to come? It's all because of your Star Gate Book. The teleportation location is so unreliable; it teleported me directly to your palace."
"Luckily, it didn't interfere with my business. I'm glad I made it back before the banquet started. Here you go." Ling Jingyan tossed the Star Gate Book into Ling Haoyang's arms with a look of disgust.
"You little brat, you're acting innocent after getting the benefit." Ling Haoyang noticed a bloodstain on his cheek and frowned. "You're injured?"
Ling Jingyan replied nonchalantly, "It's nothing, I just accidentally got caught in the biting cold wind on the mountain."
Ling Haoyang picked up a bottle of medicine powder from the table next to him. "Go back and apply it yourself. It's unlucky to attend a grand banquet with an injury."
Ling Jingyan took the medicine powder and laughed, "Big brother is clearly concerned about me. He's stubborn but soft-hearted, such a proud and arrogant guy!"
After he finished speaking, he disappeared in a flash before his older brother could beat him up.
"You little brat, you're lucky you ran fast." Ling Haoyang clenched his fists until they cracked.
The day of the grand feast arrived as scheduled.
That day, both inside and outside the palace were exceptionally lively, and the other three empires also sent congratulatory gifts.
Inside the Xiyan Palace, several palace maids were helping Ruan Xiyan with her makeup and dressing.
"This magnificent dress was embroidered by more than a dozen embroiderers at His Majesty's behest, taking half a month to complete. This shows how much His Majesty values Princess Princess."
Ruan Xiyan smiled.
A palace maid helped Ruan Xiyan straighten her skirt and said, "Your Highness, it's all done."
Ruan Xiyan turned around, and the golden hair ornament on her head swayed slightly with the movement.
She wore an elegant and noble light purple long dress, with a silver-purple cloud belt that encircled her slender waist.
She was already naturally beautiful with flawless skin, and after some makeup, she became even more radiant.
With her red lips and white teeth, coupled with her aloof gaze, she could be described as a goddess from the heavens.
The palace maids around her stared at Ruan Xiyan in awe, exclaiming, "Your Highness, you are so beautiful!"
They, as women, were stunned. It was a beauty that made even women feel ashamed and unable to feel any jealousy.
"It's time, let's go."
Upon hearing Ruan Xiyan's voice, the palace maids secretly pinched their arms to bring themselves back to their senses and stop being distracted by their infatuation.
In the main hall, all the invited families and forces from the imperial city had already taken their seats.
Their voices rang out continuously, and they glanced towards the doorway every now and then, all very curious about what the mysterious princess looked like.
"My sister is here," Ling Haoyang said first, noticing with his sharp eyes.
Ling Zhiheng and Ling Jingyan, who were sitting next to him, both looked over.
As Ruan Xiyan slowly stepped into the hall, the once bustling hall fell into an eerie silence.
What a beautiful woman!
Ling Yunchen, who was sitting in the main seat, stood up with a smile and beckoned to Ruan Xiyan, saying, "Yan'er, come to your father."
"Father." Ruan Xiyan smiled slightly and addressed him.
In front of everyone, Ling Yunchen pulled Ruan Xiyan to sit down in the main seat.
Although this was against the rules, Ling Yunchen didn't care about any of those bullshit rules at the moment.
He just wanted to tell the world that Yan'er was his precious daughter, and the only princess of the Yunli Empire, incomparable to anyone else.
Everyone present was astonished by Ling Yunchen's actions.
Even the princes never received such treatment; they usually just sat on side chairs.
But today His Majesty bestowed honor and privilege upon this returning princess.
This move further demonstrates His Majesty's high regard and affection for this princess.
The key point is that the three princes did not feel anything was wrong with this at all; on the contrary, they had an expression on their faces that said it was perfectly normal.
They couldn't help but reassess the significance of this princess.
"This is my daughter, Ruan Xiyan, who has been separated from me for many years. She has only recently returned to my side. This is a blessing for me and for the Yunli Empire."
"I hope that from now on, you will all treat Yan'er with the same respect you would show me. If I find anyone who disrespects the princess, I will punish them severely!"
"We obey Your Majesty's command," the crowd said, rising to their feet.
Ling Yunchen waved his hand with satisfaction, "Please sit down. I have prepared a sumptuous feast. You may begin to enjoy yourselves."
As soon as Ling Yunchen finished speaking, the eunuch beside him immediately ordered someone to serve him a meal.
All sorts of delicacies from land and sea were served.
One of them took a sniff of the fragrant aroma of wine that wafted into his nose, and his eyes lit up. "Could this be... Moonlight Brew!"
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately looked at the wine in the glasses in front of them, "It really is Moonlight Brew."
Moonbeam Brew was a fine wine reserved for the imperial family, said to be a divine wine carefully brewed from moonlight and flowers.
Not only does it taste delicious, but the wine also contains spiritual energy. Drinking it can enhance one's perception of spiritual energy and may even offer a chance to break through cultivation bottlenecks.
The process of making such a fine wine is complicated, which is why this wine is exceptionally precious.
I never expected His Majesty to bring out such wine to celebrate the Princess's return.
One of the prominent families raised his wine cup and said, "Congratulations on Your Majesty's reunion with the Princess. The Princess is exceptionally beautiful and has a divine appearance. Your humble servant toasts Your Majesty and the Princess."
"Okay." Ling Yunchen laughed heartily, picked up his wine glass, and drank it down.
Ruan Xiyan, who was next to her, also raised her wine glass in a gesture of respect.
Ruan Xiyan's eyes lit up when she took the first sip.
The wine has a rich aroma and a refreshing, smooth taste. It's delicious!
After Ruan Xiyan finished her drink, she refilled her glass.
Seeing this, Ling Zhiheng, who was sitting to Ruan Xiyan's right, leaned closer to her and whispered, "If you like this Moon Essence Wine, little sister, I'll give you a few jars after the banquet."
"Was this wine brewed by my second brother?"
Ling Zhiheng raised an eyebrow, neither confirming nor denying.
Brewing wine was his specialty.
The feast was still going on, and the scene was lively with singing and dancing.
The various powerful families were chatting and gossiping, but Ruan Xiyan wasn't interested in any of it and rested her chin on her hand in boredom.
"Yan'er, are you bored?" Ling Yunchen noticed that something was wrong with Ruan Xiyan and asked.
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