A vicious female is trapped in a beastly hell.

Chapter 127 The Ceremony
Just as Shen Tang was about to open the door, she suddenly remembered something, so she quickly walked back to the bedside, took out the thick, loose gray robe from the wardrobe, and put it on, covering herself completely.

Hehe, we can't let these scoundrels feast their eyes so early.

She was going to give them a real shock at the investiture ceremony.

Ideally, she should amaze these scoundrels and see if they'll still fall for her.

"Little Tang'er?" Shen Li heard no sound from inside the room and assumed she was asleep, so he turned the doorknob to come in.

"Wait a minute!" Shen Tang said anxiously, "Don't come in yet!"

Shen Li paused, standing in front of the door.

He heard faint rustling sounds coming from inside the house, like the rustling of fabric.

Two or three minutes later, Shen Tang opened the door and came out.

Xiao Jin saw that she had wrapped herself up like a mummy, so much so that her eyes were almost invisible, and her thick clothes were dragging on the ground, as if she wasn't afraid of tripping over them.

“We’re at home, not outside, just the three of us. Why are you wrapped up so tightly?” Xiao Jin looked displeased and reached out to take off her clothes.

Shen Tang quickly slapped his hand away, "Mind your own business! I just want to stay wrapped up!"

“…Nonsense.” Xiao Jin’s lips twitched slightly, too lazy to care about her.

Shen Li's gaze fell on Shen Tang, and he narrowed his long, shimmering fox-like eyes.

The robes were so tight that nothing could be seen, but he felt that the figure under the robes seemed even more graceful, though he couldn't quite put his finger on it.

Shen Li didn't take it too seriously. He knew that Shen Tang had her own ideas and that she must have her reasons for doing this.

After discussing tomorrow's itinerary, the group...

Shen Tang glanced at the three beastmen in front of him and instructed them, "No matter what happens tomorrow, you must not act rashly. Remain still. I have my own plan for that day!"

Jialan raised an eyebrow at her, but without asking any further questions, simply said, "Okay."

Anyway, tomorrow's ceremony has nothing to do with him, and he's too lazy to bother with it; he'll just go through the motions.

Xiao Jin's voice was slightly deep, "We are all below the ceremony, keeping an eye on any movements nearby. If there is any danger, we will rush up immediately."

Shen Li looked at Shen Tang with a smile, his fiery red fox tail swaying gently behind him. Her words made him curious about what would happen tomorrow.

I have a feeling that something interesting is going to happen.

Xiao Tang always manages to surprise people.

The investiture ceremony was held as scheduled the following day in the sacred hall of the royal palace.

The auditorium was set up with banquet tables and can accommodate thousands of people.

All the people who came were important and influential figures.

Imperial officials and nobles, conglomerates and financial groups, and foreign envoys.

The leading figures of various forces also attended in person.

This was solely to celebrate the investiture ceremony of the future master of the empire.

Amidst melodious ceremonial music, the princess arrived.

The entire hall erupted in uproar and then fell silent.

Countless eyes were fixed on the appearing, pure white figure.

Surrounded by waiters and amidst countless admiring and adoring gazes, Shen Qingli stepped into the light and slowly walked onto the stage.

She wore a pure white, luxurious gown that accentuated her graceful figure, with two tall, handsome male beasts holding up her skirt on either side.

Like a goddess descending from the heavens, her pure white veil added a touch of mystery to her.

It makes one want to explore what kind of stunning beauty lies beneath the veil.

Shen Qingli glanced around the room, unconcerned, until she heard the system announce that Xue Yinzhou had arrived. A smile then appeared on her lips. This snake-beast truly cared about her.

He came over without her even notifying him.

Unfortunately, she didn't know where he was. There were too many people at the scene, and Shen Qingli searched around but couldn't find Xue Yinzhou.

This serpentine beast is extremely adept at hiding; if it doesn't want to appear, it's very difficult for outsiders to find it.

Shen Qingli had no choice but to give up; knowing that he was there was enough.

High up in the auditorium, in a secluded corner, a white snake coiled.

Through its stained-glass windows, it could see the scene below.

Xue Yinzhou saw Shen Tang and Shen Li enter the venue.

But why is she wearing a heavy gray robe?

She was completely covered up, and her face was not even visible.

What is she doing?
Hearing the whispers of the crowd, Xue Yinzhou's snake-like eyes turned slightly cold.

"Who is this person? Why is he wearing such an ugly gray robe? Is he here to bring good news or to attend a funeral?"

"Isn't that Princess Jialan next to her? Oh, I know, she is the former princess of the empire who was deposed, Shen Tang."

"How dare she attend the ceremony?"

"She's here, but why is she dressed so strangely? What's she up to? Could she be deliberately trying to cause trouble?"

"Hehe, I heard she's gotten fat and ugly now, with her face covered in pimples and sores. If she didn't cover herself up, how would she dare to show her face to anyone?"

"Ugh, that sounds disgusting. She must look awful now. No wonder she's afraid to show her face!"

The crowd mocked and ridiculed, all waiting to see the joke.

When the Empress and the Emperor saw Shen Tang enter in her strange attire, their faces darkened. This adopted daughter really brought shame upon them!

The emperor coldly rebuked, "Today is your sister's investiture ceremony. What kind of appearance is it to wear a rag on such an important occasion?"

Shen Tang trembled, as if she was frightened. "I... I caught a cold a couple of days ago and I'm not feeling well. The doctor said I shouldn't be exposed to the wind."

The Empress looked impatient and muttered under her breath, "If you're sick, you should stay home and rest. Why are you coming here to join in the fun?"

He didn't believe it in his heart, and hearing the laughter below, he felt even more ashamed of his adopted daughter and wished he could get rid of her as soon as possible.

Shen Qingli smiled, even more certain that Shen Tang was so ugly she couldn't bear to be seen. Just imagining her face covered in pimples and pustules and how people would feel disgusted and want to vomit when they saw her. They would find her utterly repulsive.

Shen Qingli walked slowly to Shen Tang and said with gentle concern, "You silly little sister, you can't just stay cooped up like that if you catch a cold. You're all wrapped up so thickly, what if you get heat rash? Go change your clothes and get some fresh air."

As she spoke, she reached out to pull at Shen Tang's clothes.

Shen Tang seemed to have encountered a mouse caught in a cat's trap. She staggered back two steps, clutching her robe tightly as if afraid it would be torn off. Her voice trembled with fear as she cried, "No, no need, I'm fine. The doctor said I just need to rest for a couple of days..."

Shen Qingli chuckled inwardly. The more this ugly monster covered up, the more curious she became about just how ugly he was!
She had already arranged for people to be on her side of the stage, ready to fan the flames and ruin Shen Tang's reputation, making him wish he were dead!
Without saying a word, Shen Qingli pulled Shen Tang onto the stage, drawing everyone's attention to the two of them.

"Today I would like to introduce to you my younger sister, Shen Tang. She has traveled a long way back to the capital to attend my investiture ceremony. Please give her a round of applause and encouragement."

Shen Tang's body trembled even more violently. She couldn't help but back away, but Shen Qingli held her arm tightly, preventing her from moving forward or backward.

Her strange behavior drew everyone's attention and made her the focus of the entire event.

Shen Qingli's smile grew even gentler. "Don't hide. I even had a dress specially prepared for you. I don't know if you'll still be able to wear it."

"Hurry up and change out of those ugly clothes!"

Shen Qingli smiled smugly and ripped off Shen Tang's robe.

(End of this chapter)