Male superiority and female superiority: forced love

The Prince of Zhenbei wore a black robe embroidered with eight lifelike golden dragons, symbolizing the authority of the King of One Word, while the Princess of Zhenbei wore a red satin robe embroidered with phoenix and cloud patterns, embodying her nobility and auspiciousness.

There is no doubt that the status of these two in the Nanxing Kingdom is second only to the Nanxing Emperor and Empress, and their weight is much greater than that of Crown Prince Hao Zhuchen.

Xiang Wanrong and her husband were dressed much more modestly. This was mainly because Wu Shuhong was not a princess and could not wear the same crimson as her, so they simply wore purple and red.

The first time Wu Shuhong accompanied his wife into the palace, the first thing he did upon entering was to look for Yue Wuyu. Sure enough, he found him after just a few glances. His face was so dark, it was truly a relief.

But soon, everyone's attention was deeply attracted by the fairy-like couple behind Princess Mingzhu and her husband, especially the woman in gorgeous clothes.

Discussions began to break out all around, with everyone whispering to confirm the woman's identity.

"Hongmei, is that man Xiang Yunchi?" Yesterday, Jiang Ruofu heard him say his name to Hao Rong in person.

"Yes, it's him." Yin Hongmei confirmed immediately.

"So... the lady next to him is Hatsune?" Jiang Ruofu felt like an earthquake was erupting in her chest. Oh my god, she was so beautiful!

Yin Hongmei stared blankly at the incredibly beautiful "flower skirt" that approached from afar. She had read so little that she couldn't find a good word to describe it. Perhaps there was no one else in the world as beautiful as her! No wonder he had the guts to teach the princess a lesson; it turned out he was the granddaughter-in-law of the old prince!

It was incredible! The two of them had actually climbed a towering tree. They excitedly said to the elder beside them, "Uncle, I know that lady. Her last name is Ruan, and she's a good friend of mine."

"Yes, yes, it's mine too!" Jiang Ruofu immediately agreed.

Minister of Works Cai Qing looked at his two nieces in surprise and said, "You two know the granddaughter-in-law of the King of Zhenbei? She has only been in Yangcheng for a few days. How did you know her?"

"Yesterday at Yilan Pavilion. You don't know, Boss Song was so enthusiastic about her, his eyes never left her. We went there three times, but he never received us personally.

Cai Qing was immediately concerned when he heard this. He didn't expect the two children to have such luck. The third and fourth sisters watched him as he was trying to matchmake. Wasn't this the chance? He lowered his voice and reminded, "Hold her tight! This noble lady is not only the granddaughter-in-law of the King of Zhenbei, but also the Crown Princess of Dayong, the Princess of Linhuai, and the Crown Prince of the Zhenbei Palace. She has a great background! If you have a relationship with her, you two won't have trouble marrying well. Besides the table of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, quickly see if there is anyone you like. Your uncle will help you find a solution when he goes back."

"Really? Thank you, Third Uncle!" Yin Hongmei and Jiang Ruofu were overwhelmed with excitement, their gazes darting around like they'd been pumped with blood. Mother had said they had to choose a good husband; it was a matter of honor for the family. Three generations of their family had been in business, and only their third uncle had become a high-ranking official. And their third uncle and aunt had been married for years without a child, driving the family so anxious they almost moved to a temple to burn incense daily and pray for a child. So, naturally, the responsibility of bringing honor to the family fell on them.

As the beauty approached, everyone in the two front rows held their breath, fearing that they would scare the fairy away.

Shi Congxin had never been so excited as she was today. She had finally seen a beauty who could outshine Hao Rong by a mile! With this thought in mind, her eyes, filled with relief, unconsciously glanced towards the princess's table. The sight of her made her feel even better. Hao Rong's expression had completely frozen, leaving only a pair of pupils trembling violently.

But... wait, why do His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, Crown Prince Beiyue, and her beloved Imperial Preceptor Zhou also have the same expression?

In the bright candlelight, her skin was radiant. Her tall figure stood out prominently among the men. The gold-threaded shoes on her slender feet were unique, their slightly raised heels accentuating her long legs.

A closer look reveals a beauty whose makeup is unlike anything I've ever seen. Thick eyebrows, large eyes, and deep eye sockets create a striking three-dimensional effect under the light and shadow. She exudes an exotic charm, yet a cool and mysterious presence, radiating a hint of unruliness and a deep, chilling intensity.

It was the first time that Hao Zhuchen had seen such a kind of otherworldly and independent beauty. The look in her eyes, which contained a hint of deep disgust and disdain for the world, resonated with his heart at the same frequency, as if a sky-breaking hammer was hitting his heart hard.

Her breathing stopped for a moment. Her red lips trembled slightly, more than anything else, she longed to kiss that cold color.

Xiang Yunchi held Little White Rabbit's hand, his brow furrowing deeper as he walked in. Countless pairs of astonished eyes fell on his wife, making him feel indescribably irritated. Especially when he noticed the look in the eyes of the Beiyue Crown Prince and the strikingly handsome man sitting next to him, he saw a look of covetousness in both of their eyes.

Lu Yinnian only now realized that the man beside the beautiful woman was the grandson of the King of Zhenbei, and the future Crown Prince of Zhenbei. Such a high status instantly disrupted his plans.

The Prince of Zhenbei is unlike any other prince in other kingdoms. He single-handedly supported the current Southern Star Emperor, forcing even the Southern Star Emperor to submit to his orders. Furthermore, several remnants of rebel forces still exist in the borderlands, and Hao Zhuchen's succession to the throne will depend on his influence. Therefore, Xiang Ge can be said to be the unwavering pillar of support for the Southern Star Kingdom.

Ruan Chuyin looked calm on the outside, but she was already panicking inside. Even though she had experienced the spotlight once before, she still felt uneasy.

She now carried more than one identity on her shoulders, and the status of her husbands did not allow her to bow her head any longer. She had no choice but to bite the bullet and grit her teeth to keep up with the pace of her elders.

A quick glance as I sat down happened to catch Zhou Ziyi's gaze. His eyes were slightly drunk, with a little shimmer in them, deep, charming, and full of tenderness.

He wore a royal blue official robe embroidered with standing, walking, and soaring cranes. His wings, spread out, merged into a sea of ​​clouds outlined by swirls of silver thread, adding a touch of fierceness to his demeanor. His flowing silver hair was bound up in a golden crown, and a few strands of silver thread adorned the corners of his crimson eyes, radiating his elegance.

His handsomeness bent the autumn moon with a smile, made the morning glow faint with shame, and also touched her heartstrings. But this time, neither of them ran away, and they looked at each other for a moment.

"Does it look good?" Xiang Yunchi's eyes never left the little white rabbit. He leaned close to her ear and gently bit her earlobe, warning her gently.

The intimate action made everyone gasp, many ladies blushed, young men swallowed their saliva continuously, and countless elders coughed to varying degrees.

Among them was the old King of Zhenbei. He had never expected his grandson to be so unrestrained, and he almost had to keep his composure and scold him. Tong Yuqing didn't think it was a big deal. Everyone was young once. Back then, hadn't the old man kissed her several times in public? Why couldn't he do that with his grandson? Then she nudged his elbow.

Ruan Chuyin blushed and shook her head, not daring to glance around anymore. Xiang Yunchi glared at Zhou Ziyi unhappily. He's damn handsome, even better looking than his older brother.

Emperor Nanxing and the Empress had been waiting in the back hall for a long time. They only walked out slowly and stepped onto the imperial platform after Uncle Wang and his family had all finished their meals.