Don't panic, nephew. I will take this pot of evil star.

The three men's faces turned pale, and the conversation that day kept flashing through their minds.

As luck would have it, Feng Xili also saw them, and waved to the three of them with a friendly smile.

……

The palace banquet tonight was truly grand, with almost all the royal family members and nobles attending in their best attire.

As night fell, the palace walls were brightly lit, the entire palace seemed to be flickering in the firelight, and the fragrance of flowers and wine filled the air.

The entire Yixiang Palace was filled with seats. In addition to the three concubines' seats next to Emperor Qizhao, Princess Liyou's seat was right next to Concubine Xian.

The origin of this virtuous concubine is also very sad. She is the youngest daughter of the former general Mo Zhengrong. General Mo followed the late emperor for twenty years and finally died in battle at the border, leaving behind only a son and a daughter.

His son Mo Hanhua followed his father's wishes and was stationed at the Nanli border. His daughter Mo Junning was named the virtuous concubine by Emperor Qi Zhao thirteen years ago. She was the first concubine to be named a concubine and the only concubine who gave birth to a prince for Emperor Qi Zhao.

Jingning, the only prince of Shangli Kingdom, sits right next to Emperor Qizhao, which is enough to show how much he is valued.

Jingning was named Prince An three years ago. His name shows Emperor Qi Zhao's expectations for him, peace and safety.

Today, Prince An is still a handsome young man, who is taught by Emperor Qi Zhao himself. He is handsome and gentle, and whenever he appears in front of people, he always makes people feel bright.

At one o'clock in the evening, the palace banquet began.

Emperor Qi Zhao was dressed in a bright yellow imperial robe, standing on the main seat on the high platform, accepting the worship of his ministers.

Feng Xili sat still without looking around. On her left was Concubine Xian, on her right was Princess Biying, opposite Concubine Xian was Concubine Liang, and next to Concubine Liang sat Concubine Yun.

Next to Emperor Qi Zhao sat Concubine Yi.

Those who understand will understand this seating arrangement.

The last time she attended such a formal palace banquet was when she was named Princess Liyou, and she was still in the Prime Minister's Mansion.

Lai Ye is still alive, Tian Xu is also there, his wife doesn't hate him that much, and his father has no estrangement towards him...

It seems like just a few days ago, and many people have changed. She sat there quietly, not noticing the focused gaze next to her.

"Royal sister, Royal sister?"

When Feng Xili came to her senses, she saw a pair of bright eyes in front of her.

She blinked, "Royal sister, what are you thinking about?"

Jingning?

Feng Xili sat up straight and grinned, "Why are you two coming here instead of sitting down properly?"

Princess Biying and Prince An each occupied a seat on her side. Although they were both sitting properly, they both tilted their heads to look at her.

"Royal sister, I heard that you can dance with a sword? I want to see it." Prince An Jingning's big watery eyes flashed.

Princess Biying's eyes lit up instantly, and she looked at her expectantly, "Yes, I heard about it too! Sister, Biying wants to see it too!"

Sword dancing? Who said she could sword dance?

I can dance, but I can’t use a sword.

She picked up the yam and date cake on the table and fed one to him. "You heard wrong. The Royal Sister really can't dance with the sword. However, I know someone who can."

She wiped her hands with a handkerchief and thought of someone.

His Royal Highness Prince An was stunned for a moment, then sat back down somewhat angrily.

The imperial sister really rejected him, and that man was right.

Feng Xili glanced at him calmly and said, "The program for tonight's banquet has been arranged in advance. Father really attaches great importance to this family banquet!"

"Didn't your Royal Brother notice? Our location is the best for watching the show!"

They are royal descendants, they should just sit and watch, why would they go out and perform to show off?

His Royal Highness Prince An looked at the singing and dancing in the venue, then looked at his own seat, pursed his lips, it was true!

"Imperial sister, it was my fault for talking too much." He bowed his head and admitted his mistake.

"Biying, look at your royal brother, does he look like a cuddly little wolf cub?" Feng Xili teased Princess Biying in her ear.

"Imperial sister!" His Royal Highness Prince An raised his head and stared at her with shame and anger.

Feng Xili smiled. The virtuous concubine next to her seemed to be enjoying the show elegantly, but in fact, all her attention was on her.

Concubine Liang opposite her cast a cold look on her. Her daughter was originally the only princess in the royal family.

Unexpectedly, a "Princess Liyou" suddenly appeared out of nowhere and snatched away half of Princess Biying's favor.

First, Concubine Yi took away the emperor's favor, and then Princess Liyou took away Princess Biying's father's love. How could she not feel resentful?

Moreover, Princess Liyou had been at odds with her own family since she was a princess. Both Changsi and Lingsi had suffered at her hands. They were really incompatible.

On this side, Feng Xili had been secretly paying attention to the Rong Xuan Palace. When she saw the man holding a wine jug and walking towards Kang Jiuyi's desk, a light flashed in her eyes.

"You two just sit there quietly, I'll go find someone to talk to."

So, in front of everyone, Feng Xili happily stood up, walked gracefully to the prince's table, and bowed lightly.

"His Royal Highness is well. I wonder if the Crown Princess could lend Li You for a moment?"