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

Cang Jue pushed the door open and walked in. When Kang Jiuyi saw him, his eyes widened in shock. He pointed at him, his mouth opening and closing, unable to speak.

Feng Xili chuckled, pulled down her outstretched arm, pushed Cang Jue to sit at the table, turned her head and winked at the two of them, "You two brothers should have a good chat."

After saying that, he considerately closed the door for them.

She looked at the direction of Mu Mu in Zixiang Palace, smiled self-deprecatingly, and turned to enter the inner room.

Lai Xiang and Lai Ye were busy in the house. She was stunned for a moment, "What are you two busy with?"

"Miss, Miss, Ziyun Academy has sent out a notice, saying that they are organizing the students to attend the tea and literature banquet at the Rongxuan Palace the day after tomorrow. Lai Ye and I are helping you choose some clothes, dresses, and headwear."

Lai Xiang came running over excitedly, holding an invitation to the academy in her hand.

"Miss, almost all the students in the academy have received it, especially those of you who have achieved outstanding results in previous years."

Lai Ye also smiled. Although the young lady had already graduated, she had excellent grades in the academy and was always used as a role model.

Feng Xili was stunned. An invitation from the academy? The academy was also attending the banquet or something?

Oh my god! The original owner is really a talented woman! With my half-baked skills, I won't be exposed if I go there, right?

She was sweating coldly. There was no way to avoid this Hongmen Banquet, right?

Rongxuan Palace.

The palace had been preparing for the tea and cultural banquet for a month, inviting ladies and young masters from all the major families. It was an unprecedented grand occasion with a packed house of distinguished guests.

Feng Xili was woken up early this morning by Lai Xiang Lai Ye to do her makeup. Seeing the excited eyes of the two maids, she shook her hands helplessly and said, "Don't be too exaggerated. Keep a low profile."

The banquet was held in a side hall next to a garden, surrounded by small bridges, flowing water and the fragrance of flowers.

Feng Xili and Feng Tianxu, the brother and sister, arrived at the palace gate one after the other in a carriage. He was dressed up today, and his crescent-shaped white silk robe made him look handsome and elegant.

The Prime Minister's Mansion sign was clearly visible on the carriage. He calmly declined the doorman's offer to lead the way, "I'll wait for someone and go in later."

When Feng Xili got off the carriage, he walked over quickly and looked at her with a cheerful expression, "Sister, let's go in together."

It was her first time attending such a banquet, and she was still a little nervous. The original owner liked quietness and rarely participated in such occasions, so there was nothing in her memory to refer to.

"Jiuyi!" She saw Kang Jiuyi walking not far ahead with her sharp eyes, and finally saw an acquaintance.

Kang Jiuyi was still wearing the elegant light blue pleated Ruyi skirt, and she looked graceful and dignified. At this moment, a woman in a pink embroidered flowered skirt was standing next to her, pulling her and talking to her.

She turned her head and saw Feng Xili, and her eyes lit up instantly.

"Xier! That's great! You're really here!" She almost ran over, and the dimples on her face looked like two small whirlpools.

"Well, I have to come. The academy sent me an invitation and specifically asked me to come." She replied and looked at the girl next to Jiuyi.

This girl looks about the same age as Jiuyi, with bright eyes, looking at Tianxu?

She turned her head to look at Tianxu, then at her. What was this?

"Jiuyi, who is this girl?" She pulled Kang Jiuyi, and Jiuyi realized that Xuanxuan was almost lost in thought while staring at the other person's brother.

"Xier, Master Feng, this is Chu Linxuan, the second young lady of Rongxuan Palace. Today's tea and banquet is hosted by Xuanxuan's mother." She made a brief introduction.

"Miss Chu." Feng Xili bowed lightly.

"This is my younger brother Feng Tianxu."

Feng Tianxu had a cold expression on his face and clasped his fists in greeting, "Miss Kang, Miss Chu."

He glanced at them, lowered his head and said to Feng Xili, "Sister, I'll be over first. If you have anything, just call me."

After saying that, he smiled and nodded at the two of them, then walked away.

Chu Linxuan was deeply shocked. She had never seen such a calm and elegant person before. He stood there like a piece of jade, attracting all her attention.

Is he the eldest son of the Prime Minister's Mansion? Feng Xili's younger brother?

The few of them chatted and laughed all the way to the main hall of Yunyan Palace. The hall was brightly lit and bustling with people. Men and women gathered in small circles in twos and threes.

Chu Linxuan was also the host, and she attracted everyone's attention the moment she entered the door.

She is the only daughter of King Rongxuan. Because her father Chu Beiling had military merits and had contributed money and effort to help Emperor Qizhao stabilize the court many times, he was named King Rongxuan. He is the first prince of a different surname in this dynasty.

"Xuanxuan, where have you been? I've been looking for you for a long time!" A sweet laugh sounded, and Luo Yurong walked over slowly.

She smiled and teased Chu Linxuan, then held Kang Jiuyi's hand without even glancing at Feng Xili.

The girl next to them also squeezed over and pulled Chu Linxuan: "Xuanxuan, someone is flying a kite over there. It looks like a giant phoenix. Let's go take a look?"

"Ah!" Feng Xili felt a pain in her foot and took a step back. She saw the girl twisting to the side, and a dirty footprint appeared on the upper of her shoe.

She looked up at the girl, who was surprised. She pretended to turn her head to look for him, and exclaimed, "What's wrong? What happened?"

Isn't she embarrassed by this acting?

"Oh, your shoes are so dirty!" She exclaimed again, pointing at Feng Xili's feet, "Don't you ever change clothes before going out?"

Haha, I was targeted as soon as I entered the door. I really have no time to rest!

"It's okay, you stepped on me accidentally, I don't blame you." Feng Xili moved closer to her, leaned slightly, as if listening to her whisper, and then smiled generously.

Um? What's the meaning?

"Ayao?" Chu Linxuan was surprised. Did Meng Yao step on someone's foot?

Kang Jiuyi sighed and looked at Luo Yurong. Although she did not target Xier personally, the expression on her face when she looked at Xier was really hard to describe.

Meng Yao was stunned. Who stepped on her foot? No, that’s not what she just said!

Feng Xili looked at her stunned, pursed her lips and smiled, "There are many people in the palace, young lady, please be careful."

Meng Yao finally realized that she had been blamed, and her face flushed slightly as she glared at her, "I wonder which family this girl is from? Why is she so considerate?"

She gritted her teeth and said, "You are just a concubine's daughter. How dare you be so arrogant in front of a group of legitimate daughters from aristocratic families like them?"

"I am Feng Xili, the daughter of Prime Minister Feng Linshang." She smiled and bowed, neither humble nor arrogant.

"Hmm? I remember that the Prime Minister's family doesn't have a legitimate daughter. It seems that there is only a legitimate son!" Another puzzled voice joined in.

Meng Yao was delighted and raised his chin slightly to look at her. "It seems so. Are you from the Prime Minister's family?"

Feng Xili looked at the people who gathered around her. It was obvious that they were there to watch the fun and not mind getting into trouble.

"Well, my father does have only one legitimate son, and I am a concubine's daughter. Today I have come here with my younger brother to see the world."

She deliberately spoke humbly, and sure enough, she received a few contemptuous glances.

"This is a banquet at the Rongxuan Palace. The guests are all the wives and daughters of prominent families. Your presence isn't appropriate, is it?"