The regent is determined to get the daughter of a minor official.

Xu Keke finally came to her senses and stood with her head bowed respectfully like everyone else.

The Empress Dowager walked in slowly, surrounded by palace maids and nannies.

She was wearing gorgeous clothes and a phoenix crown on her head, but because they were too far away, Xu Keke couldn't see her face clearly.

After the Empress Dowager walked up to the platform and sat in the main seat, everyone knelt on the ground and saluted, cheering.

"Live a thousand years, long live the Empress Dowager."

The voices were uniform and loud, echoing in the palace.

The Empress Dowager raised her hand to signal everyone to stand up, and spoke in a kind tone.

"Today is my birthday. Please don't be so polite. Let's enjoy the joy together."

Everyone thanked him and stood up to return to their seats.

After Xu Keke sat down and breathed a sigh of relief, another shout of "Changing eunuch" was heard.

"The Emperor and the Queen Mother have arrived."

Xu Keke quickly stood up again and stood up with everyone else.

I saw a small figure being led by the empress dowager to the front of the platform, followed by many palace maids and eunuchs. The mother and son took the lead in paying respects to the Grand Empress Dowager.

"I wish you a long and healthy life, my Imperial Grandmother and Queen Mother."

The Empress Dowager nodded slightly.

“Take a seat!”

The little emperor and the empress dowager sat together on the seat to the right of the grand empress dowager, and the palace maids and eunuchs knelt behind them.

This was the four-year-old emperor? The one she had once dreamed of conquering?

After despising herself, Xu Keke quietly looked at the young king in front of her.

The emperor wore a bright yellow dragon robe and a small crown on his head. His small face was delicate and fair, yet he had a solemnity that was inconsistent with his age.

The empress dowager beside him was wearing a gorgeous phoenix robe, gold ornaments on her head, and had a fair face. She walked with graceful steps and had a variety of manners.

Xu Keke couldn't say anything flattering to the Queen Mother, as she was a very vengeful person.

When he was in prison, the Queen Mother's men went to the prison and tried to attack him.

Although she didn't know why the Queen Mother did this, but when she saw the nanny behind her, Xu Keke felt that the Queen Mother had ill intentions towards her.

Alas, the arms were no match for the thighs, and Xu Keke knelt down and shouted like everyone else.

"Long live the Emperor, long live the Emperor, and a thousand years and a thousand years for the Empress Dowager."

The emperor pretended to be calm, but he still couldn't suppress the childish voice.

"Everyone is safe."

Everyone stood up to express their gratitude. After Xu Keke sat down, she couldn't help but sigh at the complexity of court etiquette.

Are they here to celebrate a birthday and have a feast, or are they here to kowtow repeatedly?

While he was muttering in his heart, the voice of the eunuch singing and singing was heard again, and this time his voice was several degrees higher.

"The Regent has arrived with the other ministers."

Except for those who were sitting firmly on the platform, everyone stood up at once, and Xu Keke and Dingdang followed suit.

Regent Chu Musheng walked in front, followed by Eunuch Otomo, who respectfully led the way for him.

Following behind him were several white-haired and bearded elders of the court, who were dressed in brand new court robes to show their seriousness and dignity in this birthday banquet.

Chu Musheng was wearing a black python robe, and the gold thread embroidered on the robe sparkled under the light of the palace lanterns in the hall.

He has an upright posture, sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, and his facial expression is indifferent and cold, but he has an irresistible charm.

This caused countless women in the banquet hall to have their heartbeats quickened and their faces to blush slightly.

Xu Keke couldn't help but secretly take a few more glances.

I just feel that the Regent Chu Musheng is truly a rare talent.

As soon as he arrived, he was like a dazzling starry sky, and all the people and scenery were eclipsed by him.

It’s really pleasing to the eye!

There were also little stars in Xu Keke's eyes.

Chu Musheng and others paid their respects to the Empress Dowager before looking at the guests.

Everyone knelt down and saluted the Regent again.

Xu Keke followed everyone in bowing, continuing to mutter in her heart.

"This gift is endless. My knees are about to give up."

After everyone stood up and sat down, the Empress Dowager looked at Chu Musheng with a smile.

"Prince Regent, today is my birthday. I'm so happy to have you by my side. Come and sit next to me!"

Only then did Xu Keke notice that the large seat to the left of the Empress Dowager was still empty.

I only heard Chu Musheng speak humbly and politely.

"It is our dynasty's good fortune that the Empress Dowager lives a long and healthy life. However, I feel a little lonely sitting alone on the stage. I would like to invite a young lady to accompany me. I wonder if your Majesty would allow this?"

The Empress Dowager raised her eyebrows slightly and said with interest.

"Oh? That's great. I agree. I wonder which young lady the Regent has his eye on?"

At this time, the ladies sitting behind the desks straightened their backs, put on just the right smiles on their faces, and showed their best side.

Everyone hopes that they are the woman chosen by the Regent.

Chu Musheng smiled, turned around, and walked towards the guest seats in the hall. Everyone's eyes followed his figure.

He walked straight to Xu Keke's seat and extended his hand as an invitation.

"Miss Xu, would you be willing to join me at the same table for dinner?"

Xu Keke suddenly stared at him with eyes wide open.

Only then could one clearly see the red lining exposed from the collar of Chu Musheng's black brocade robe.

Couple outfit?

What's wrong with the Dog Prince this time?

Xu Keke was filled with surprise and helplessness, and people around her could also hear whispers.

"Whose family is this young lady from?"

"Could she be that silly girl Xu Keke?"

"It really is her. She is dressed up very beautifully today."

"It's her! Didn't they say she was disliked by the Regent?"

...

Seeing that her young lady was slow to respond, Dingdang poked her spine from behind.

The Empress Dowager on the high platform looked at Xu Keke, who was standing there in a daze, and frowned slightly.

Worried that his son would lose face at the banquet with so many ministers gathered, he hurriedly reminded him.

"Since the Regent has personally invited you, Miss Xu, please come and take a seat!"

Xu Keke looked at Chu Musheng's handsome face with a smile on his face, took a deep breath, suppressed the panic in his heart, and slowly reached out his hand to hold Chu Musheng's hand.

The two of them walked towards the platform together, their long skirts naturally spreading on the red carpet behind them, accompanied by the heartbreaking sounds of many noble ladies.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, the Prince Regent and his young lady were as beautiful as a fairy painting. Dingdang did not stand up to follow them, but just knelt where she was, her eyes full of blessings for the young lady.

Chu Musheng raised the corner of his mouth slightly and turned his head to look at Xu Keke.

"Miss Xu, how are you?"

Xu Keke looked straight ahead and replied in a low voice.

"Not bad. Does the Regent want me to become a target of public criticism?"

Chu Musheng chuckled.

"This prince is trying to save face for Miss Xu. It would be fine if Miss Xu didn't appreciate it, but why is she misinterpreting my kindness like this?"

Xu Keke snorted and said no more.

The two of them came to the platform and Xu Keke bowed.

"Your humble servant greets the Grand Empress Dowager, Your Majesty, and the Empress Dowager."

The Empress Dowager nodded.

"Miss Xu, there's no need to be polite. Please take a seat!"

Xu Keke stood up and followed Chu Musheng to sit next to the Empress Dowager.

As soon as she sat down, Xu Keke felt as if countless gazes were shot at her like arrows, making her feel very uncomfortable.

The Empress Dowager spoke with a smile.

"Sheng'er has always had a unique vision. He chose Miss Xu as his companion today. I believe Miss Xu must have some extraordinary qualities."

Chu Musheng nodded slightly and held Xu Keke's small hand under the table.

"My Queen Mother, Miss Xu is adorable and kind-hearted. I admire her very much."

Xu Keke complained in her heart that this dog prince's ability to tell lies with open eyes was getting better and better.

I wanted to pull my hand away from his grasp but couldn't.