As soon as she opened her eyes, she was forcibly carried back to the East Palace by the paranoid pri

Duan Zan was wearing a light-colored brocade robe, and Xiao Ye personally led him to the imperial garden.

Most of the children of noble families are familiar with the appearance of the people who serve in the imperial court, not to mention that Xiao Ye is also the apprentice of Guan Gonggong, the chief steward in the imperial court.

"Does Eunuch Ye have anything to tell you?" Duan Zan asked softly.

"Master asked me to tell you something." Little Leaf spoke slowly, word by word, "Master Duan must not get close to the Empress at this Spring Banquet. If you catch the eye of the higher-ups, you will end up in trouble."

Duan Zan quickly responded, "Thank you, Eunuch Guan and Eunuch Ye, for your advice."

At the Spring Banquet, everyone except the Queen has already taken their seats.

Flowers bloom luxuriantly in spring, and a hundred flowers compete for beauty at a glance. The well-arranged rockery and running water make it even more elegant.

Miss Fang and Miss Lin have been good friends since childhood because of their fathers.

Miss Lin secretly glanced at Prince Ping, Prince Shun, and Prince Gong who were sitting at the lower left of the upper seat, and covered her mouth with a handkerchief, whispering, "Sister Fang, do you have a prince you like?"

"You said that as if I can choose the three princes' princesses at will." Miss Fang blushed and scolded her, "If other young ladies heard this, they would sew our mouths shut."

In fact, the young ladies from the surrounding noble families were also observing the two of them. They were born dignified and beautiful, and their fathers were powerful and influential, making them strong rivals.

Men and women sat on separate sides, with men sitting on the left and women on the right. Princesses Yongrou and Yongshan, who were sitting on the lower right at the top, held golden round fans that half covered their faces and also lowered their heads while talking to each other.

Yongshan's eyes drifted to the left, to a tall and handsome young man in blue, and then quickly retracted them, "Royal sister, I think the young master of the He family is good. Although he is only the legitimate son of the He family's side branch, I heard that the family only has one concubine and no concubines."

After you get married, just banish that concubine from the house.

Yongrou had a different opinion, "I think the young master of the Duan family is quite good. He is handsome and easier to control."

There is a booklet with general information about the families of the young masters of each family for the two princesses to read. Although the young master of the Duan family is a playboy and has many concubines, there is still the patriarch of the Duan family who is above him. It is said that although he is young, he is very capable and Duan Zan was completely subdued by him.

Besides, love is not that important. Yongrou has her own plans in mind.

Duan Zan still had two years of mourning before he could get married. During these two years, Yongrou first arranged the marriage, and then built the princess's mansion in Xihe Road. After the marriage, Duan Zan continued to live in his Duan Mansion, and he could take concubines as he pleased. She even wanted to keep some male lovers by her side!

Besides, the Duan family is now on the decline, and Yongrou is considered to be marrying down. The Duan family is praising her highly, and she is the top figure in Xihedao, unlike in Yuncheng where she is under the pressure of Empress Dowager He and the Emperor and Empress.

"The Emperor has arrived! The Queen has arrived!"

The eunuch's soft voice was particularly noticeable.

Everyone stood up and saluted, "Your Majesty, Your Majesty! Long live Your Majesty and Your Majesty!"

The pressure on my back was extremely low, and the horror in my heart was as surging as the sea!

His Majesty actually came in person! This Spring Banquet was really the right time to come. If His Majesty could personally grant the marriage, it would be a great honor!

The sound of bells rang softly. They were the palace bells hanging from the four corners of the imperial sedan chair.

The palace servants followed the supreme and noble emperor and empress respectfully, moving neatly and orderly between the measuring sticks with a solemn and majestic aura.

Ning Rushong was not afraid of other people's gazes and personally helped He Yue to sit at the top seat.

Because of the Spring Banquet, the court was suspended for one day today. Ning Rushong had a rare chance of free time, so naturally he stayed by He Yue's side.

"Stand up." Ning Rushong glanced at them casually, his eyes falling on Duan Zan at the back.

He was quite sensible. The Duan family had become a taboo for Ning Rushong, like a rusty nail piercing his heart, with a strong presence that made him disgusted.

Unfortunately, the Duan family is blessed with good fortune. Before there was Duan Qidai, and later there was Duan Chuanhe. The Duan family is really useful, and Ning Rushong can't give it up for the time being.

Forget it, Ning Rushong raised his eyes, his heart felt cold. After all, it was also considered their ability, so let's put it aside for the time being.

Duan Chuanhe was worthy of being taught by Yueyue, and most of Yueyue's strategies and scheming were learned from him.

If you calculate it carefully, Duan Chuanhe can be considered half a disciple of the emperor.

Even though Duan Zan lowered his head and tried his best to reduce his presence, he could still feel the cold and fierce gaze.

He just can't come, he just can't come. How many days can he have a good life if he is a useless dandy and an eyesore to His Majesty?

Furthermore, Duan Zan himself felt that he had little chance of becoming a royal consort. He was incompetent and lustful. It would be strange if the two princesses were interested in him!