Phoenix Cries Across the World: The Cold-Hearted Princess is Too Alluring

Lin Wan nodded, gesturing for everyone in the hall to sit down. Her gaze fell on Chu Yingge, and her smile was somewhat eerie.

Mu Ziyuan squeezed Chu Yingge's hand, turned his head, and whispered a few words: "Don't worry, as long as I'm here, I will definitely make sure nothing happens to you."

"Mm," Chu Yingge responded faintly, without saying anything more.

Although she was somewhat unsure of Lin Wan's tactics, she wasn't afraid; it wasn't the first time she had encountered a formidable opponent.

"The party begins."

With this sound, the hall immediately erupted in singing and dancing, filled with pleasant music.

Mu Jingyu held the gold-inlaid agate cup with an animal head in his hand, playing with it casually, his gaze never leaving Chu Yinge.

Chu Yingge could naturally feel the intense gaze, but she didn't take it to heart.

After the song and dance ended, the people in the hall were clearly in high spirits, cheering enthusiastically.

Lin Wan was also happy. She clapped her hands, gave out rewards, and then turned her attention to Chu Yingge.

"I've heard that the Seventh Princess Consort is also a rare talent. Today, I'd like to see her talents." As soon as these words were spoken, everyone agreed.

Chu Yingge frowned slightly, paused for a moment in mid-air while holding the luminous wine glass, and then placed it on the table.

Raising her head to meet Lin Wan's gaze, she said without the slightest hesitation, "Your Majesty, I am not talented and have few skills. Moreover, I'm afraid Your Majesty would not want to see my talents."

"How could that be? I've been eagerly waiting for you," Lin Wan said with a smile, though what she truly meant by that smile remained a mystery.

Just as Mu Ziyuan was about to speak, Chu Yingge stopped him with her hand. Since Lin Wan wanted to see it so much, she would perform for Lin Wan and give her a good show!

“Since Her Majesty the Empress Dowager has already said so, I, Yingge, cannot be ungrateful, so I will make a fool of myself.” With that, Chu Yingge rose from her seat and walked to the center of the hall.

Lin Wan sneered inwardly, but remained outwardly calm: "I wonder what talents the Seventh Princess Consort has brought? Dancing or playing the zither? Would you like accompaniment?"

"No need," Chu Yingge said expressionlessly, taking out a handkerchief from her bosom and shaking it.

"This dancing and playing music is so unoriginal. Since it's the Empress Dowager's birthday, the music should be something special."

"Oh? If the Seventh Princess Consort says so, I am even more curious. I wonder what the Seventh Princess Consort has prepared?"

"Your Majesty, please don't be in a hurry. Let's take a look first." With that, Chu Yingge took two steps forward, nodded slightly, and paid her respects.

Lin Wan's expression was calm, revealing nothing, while everyone in the hall looked at Chu Yingge in the center of the hall with curiosity.

Chu Yingge smiled. In ancient times, the only talents that could be performed were dancing and singing, which she didn't know at all. Fortunately, the 21st century taught her other performance methods, such as magic.

Magic is no longer a novelty in the 21st century, but in this ancient world where everything was scarce, it was incredibly novel.

Chu Yingge stretched out her hands and showed them to everyone. They were empty. She covered her left hand with the handkerchief she had prepared and walked towards Yun Nuo, who was standing to the side.

"Come on, blow a breath."

"Me? Me?" Yun Nuo pointed to herself.

Chu Yingge nodded: "That's right, it's you."

Yun Nuo glanced at Lin Wan, hesitated for a moment, but quickly blew on Chu Yingge's hand.

Chu Yingge returned to the main hall and glanced around at everyone: "As you all saw, I had nothing in my hands just now, so guess what I have in my hands now?"

“Of course not,” one of the officials said, mustering his courage. “I’ve been watching, and you didn’t put anything in.”

"That's right, that's right," the others echoed.

Chu Yingge smiled and reached out to remove the handkerchief covering her hand. In her left hand was a gold hairpin, the very same one that Lin Wan had worn.

A sharp-eyed person immediately recognized it: "Isn't this the gold hairpin from the Empress Dowager's head? How did it end up in the Seventh Princess's hands!"

"Yes, yes, that's incredible!"

Exclamations of praise and cheers erupted from the main hall, one after another, one after another.

Lin Wan reached out and touched her head. Sure enough, the gold hairpin had vanished without a trace.

"Seventh Princess Consort is truly skilled; she took my hairpin without me even noticing," Lin Wan said sarcastically.

Chu Yingge stood in the center of the hall, arms crossed, her smile growing even brighter: "Your Majesty, this is just a magic trick, it has nothing to do with skill. If Your Majesty dislikes Yingge's talent, then Yingge has nothing to say."

"How could I possibly dislike it? It's so ingenious, I'm overjoyed."

"Is that so? The Empress Dowager doesn't look happy at all right now." Chu Yingge looked at the gold hairpin in her hand and took a few steps forward.

"This hairpin has been returned to its rightful owner. We wish the Empress Dowager boundless happiness and longevity."

"I appreciate the Seventh Princess's kindness," Lin Wan said, giving a wink. Yun Nuo, who was standing nearby, went down and took the gold hairpin from Chu Yin's singing.

Mu Jingyu had been watching Chu Yingge the whole time, but he hadn't seen when she made her move. The speed was just too fast.

To dare to play tricks right under his and Lin Wan's noses, Chu Yingge has really grown bold!

Sitting below, Mu Ziyuan frowned. He had heard of magic tricks before, but those tricks...

He always manages to find flaws.

But just now, he really didn't find anything.

His little woman is truly not to be underestimated.

Chu Yingge returned to her seat and looked at Mu Ziyuan with a questioning yet inquisitive gaze. She couldn't help but ask, "Are you surprised by my behavior just now?"

"No, it was just a little unexpected," Mu Ziyuan answered honestly.

Chu Yingge shrugged: "Don't worry, there will be unexpected places for you in the future."

"Wouldn't that be better? Life is full of surprises." Mu Ziyuan smiled, a refreshing smile playing on his lips.

The fact that this unexpected person is his woman is already the biggest surprise.

Lin Wan noticed the interaction between Chu Yingge and Mu Ziyuan; a hint of malice flashed in her eyes, but it disappeared immediately.

Today, she is the high and mighty Empress Dowager, and she absolutely cannot lose her image in front of these people.

Besides, she's not in a hurry; isn't the real show about to begin?

"I am happy today, but I am feeling quite tired. You can enjoy the rest of the time. I will be leaving now."

"Respectfully seeing off the Empress Dowager." All the court officials stood up from their seats to respectfully see Lin Wan off.