After giving birth to twins, the princess became pregnant again, and the royal uncle took care of he

The emperor waved his hand, dismissing them, but in his heart, he admired Chu Xingyao's talent even more.

He had a eunuch present the prize for the music contest, the "Phoenix Singing Jade Bracelet," to Chu Xingyao, and said with a smile:

“Princess of Dingyuan County, your musical skills are extraordinary. I wonder if this piece has a name?” His voice carried a hint of curiosity, as if he was even more eager to see Chu Xingyao’s talent.

Chu Xingyao bowed, her voice melodious and clear:

"Yes, this piece is called 'Ambush from Ten Sides,' which tells the story of a general who used the 'ambush from ten sides' formation to achieve victory."

Her voice carried a certain firmness, as if she were recounting a legendary historical event.

Upon hearing this, the emperor exclaimed in admiration:

"Good, what a well-laid ambush! Princess Dingyuan is truly talented. It's no wonder your father dotes on you so much and even proposed to marry you. No ordinary man is worthy of Princess Dingyuan."

Fearing the Emperor would bestow a marriage upon him, Chu Huaizhong also stood before the Emperor and bowed respectfully.

"Your Majesty, I will have Yao'er paint your portrait another day."

His voice carried a hint of urgency, as if he were trying to change the subject.

Chu Xingyao also bowed: "This humble woman will certainly depict Your Majesty's might and domineering presence in the painting, and thank Your Majesty for the reward."

Her voice carried a hint of determination, as if she were making a promise to the emperor.

At this moment, the Empress also spoke up: "Don't forget me, I am one of them."

Her words carried a hint of humor, as if she was trying to ease the tension.

Before Chu Xingyao could refuse, she continued, "Alright, Yao'er, go and get ready. The third round is about to begin."

Her voice carried a hint of concern, as if reminding Chu Xingyao not to relax too much.

Chu Xingyao took a few steps back and gracefully returned to her seat.

At this moment, Princess Fuxi, with an excited smile, ran over like a spring breeze and sat lightly beside Chu Xingyao.

In her hand, she carried a pot of fragrant wine, which gleamed faintly under the lamplight, looking particularly tempting.

"Sister Yao'er, your performance tonight was truly remarkable. I've come to celebrate with you."

Princess Fuxi's eyes sparkled with adoration and joy for Chu Xingyao, and her voice was filled with respect for Chu Xingyao.

"How about we have a couple of drinks?" Chu Xingyao smiled slightly. Although her memories of her past life were vague, she was known for her high alcohol tolerance during her time as a military doctor in China.

She knew that according to the order of the banquet, she should be the last to perform, so it wouldn't hurt to relax now.

She nodded gently and said softly, "Xiaoxiao, since you're so interested, let's have a couple of drinks."

The two raised their glasses, and Chu Xingyao took a small sip of the wine. The spicy taste made her brows furrow involuntarily.

Nevertheless, her beauty remains captivating, and even her furrowed brows possess a unique charm.

Sitting opposite Chu Xingyao, Jun Jiuxiao's gaze remained fixed on her, his eyes deep and complex.

Seeing Chu Xingyao's furrowed brows, he maintained a calm expression, but inwardly he thought to himself:

"My Yao'er, in both my past and present lives, I never knew that my Yao'er was so skilled in playing the zither. How many secrets do you still have that I don't know?"

His gaze fell on the ring on Chu Xingyao's hand, and his mood suddenly improved a lot.

Regardless of whether his Yao'er is outstanding or not, she is still his Yao'er, and can only be his Yao'er.

This possessiveness made his gaze even deeper, as if he wanted to keep Chu Xingyao firmly locked in his sight.

Chu Xingyao had no idea what Jun Jiuxiao was thinking. She sipped her wine and savored her snacks.

My gaze gently focused on the beautiful woman dancing on the stage, and an ancient Chinese saying couldn't help but come to mind:

"From questioning King Zhou, to understanding King Zhou, and finally becoming King Zhou. Hmm, this beauty is indeed so beautiful that it's hard to look away."

Her voice was as soft as a whisper, yet it carried a subtle hint of mockery.

Jun Jiuxiao observed silently from the side, and seeing her lips move slightly, he couldn't help but feel puzzled:

"King Zhou? Who is that? She calls others 'beauty,' doesn't she know how beautiful she is herself?"

He felt a mixture of jealousy and curiosity.

Perhaps because Chu Xinglan is pregnant in this life, it's not suitable for her to dance "Phoenix Dance in the Nine Heavens." Instead, she dances "Dance of the Startled Swan."

Chu Xinglan's stunning dance unfolded like a scroll painting, her graceful figure exuding natural beauty, elegant yet harmonious.

The dance moves are varied, possessing both the freedom of a soaring wild goose and the gentleness of flowing water; every movement is full of vitality.

Her figure was graceful and fluid, like a dragon, and every movement exuded feminine gentleness and beauty.

Every movement of hers is a work of art, allowing people to appreciate her charm and talent.

As she stepped off the stage, she received admiring glances from the crowd. Many men couldn't take their eyes off her, but remembering that she was pregnant, they gave up on their pursuit.

Next up is Xie Wanning, who will be performing a "water sleeve dance".

As the music flowed, her flowing sleeves began to dance, like snowflakes fluttering lightly in the air during winter.

Each wave of the water sleeves drew graceful arcs in the air, like winter sprites dancing.

Her dance moves were elegant and proud, confident and powerful, showcasing her extraordinary temperament.

Her body curves are fluid, like flowing water; every turn is a fusion of strength and grace.

She is independent and resilient, as unyielding as a pine tree, and her dance reveals the vitality of life.

Her demeanor was noble, like a clear spring under the moonlight, pure and transparent, purifying the soul.

When her dance ended, she was met with a chorus of praise, which made Xie Wanning feel as sweet as if she had drunk honey. After all, she had practiced this dance diligently for a whole year.

However, just as Xie Wanning was basking in the joy of success,

Slightly drunk, Chu Xingyao swayed as she stood up, clapping and cheering. Her voice was slurred with intoxication.

"She bends down, her jade pendants jingling; she raises her sleeve, brushing her silk robe. Facing the eaves, she seems like a swallow taking flight; reflected in the snow, she appears like a flower in flight."

Her words were full of praise for Xie Wanning's dance. Then, she casually tossed over a 50-tael silver ingot, smiling as she said:

"The beauty danced wonderfully, absolutely brilliantly, a reward!"