A concubine? You're more like a joke. I'd rather send you to your death.

Gu Yanjin's face instantly turned as black as the bottom of a pot. He was actually granted the title of "King" and the honorary title of "Xiling". What an honor this was.

At this moment, the Empress's eyes were deep and unfathomable, but her dignified and composed demeanor was not to be compromised.

"Your subject thanks Your Majesty for the reward."

Eunuch Yuan placed the imperial edict in Gu Yanchi's hands.

"Well, get up."

The emperor looked at him, his heart filled with turbulent emotions.

Gu Yanchi stood up.

Except for the Emperor, Empress, princes, and young masters, everyone stood up to pay their respects.

"Greetings to the King of Xiling."

All the senior officials, including the prime minister, stood up and bowed slightly to Gu Yanchi.

It can be said that this title is no less than that of a crown prince. To this day, Xiling has never had a king with the title of "one-character king," let alone one whose name is derived from the name of the state. What an honor this is!

The higher you climb, the colder it gets. From then on, Gu Yanchi became a victim of imperial power, a title that made many people envious.

Bai Luoluo thought to herself.

"Excuse me."

Gu Yanchi's tone was cold and devoid of any warmth.

The Empress's eyes were filled with jealousy, but she said, "Since Your Majesty values ​​Achi so much, I was afraid that you would not like this child."

"He earned this himself. Even if I don't like it, he is still my bloodline."

The Emperor's tone was slightly cold, and he did not look at the Empress once from beginning to end.

"Your Majesty is absolutely right. I was overthinking it."

At that moment, hatred flashed in the Empress's eyes.

That slut is so lucky. Even though she's having an affair, her son is still favored by the emperor. Heaven is truly unfair.

Before long, music began to play in the main hall, and many dancers slowly walked in with light and graceful steps, their dance moves beautiful and their figures elegant.

The prime minister glanced at his beloved daughter, his feelings complicated.

With Gu Yanchi gaining power, the future crown prince position is very likely to go to the fifth prince rather than the third prince.

The banquet was a mix of joy and sorrow. The ministers standing by the banquet pool were filled with excitement, chatting and laughing with smiles on their faces.

However, the ministers who were with the Third Prince were all in a bad mood, and happiness was a luxury for them.

At this moment, the Empress sent a palace maid to the palace.

"Miss Bai, this is a fine wine bestowed upon you by Her Majesty the Empress."

The palace maid held a wine cup, her tone carrying a hint of authority.

Upon hearing this, Bai Luoluo put down her chopsticks.

"I don't know what Your Majesty means by this. I am unworthy of such a reward."

Bai Luoluo stood up but did not reach out to take it.

The Empress smiled gently, "Miss Bai, there's no need for such modesty. Your mother and I were like sisters. This fine wine was once your mother's favorite. I am delighted to see you today."

"This humble woman does not enjoy wine, and I hope Your Majesty will forgive her."

Damn it, this wine is drugged. Will she be able to walk out of the palace unharmed after drinking it?

Unexpectedly, this empress dared to openly administer drugs, truly wielding absolute power.

"Bai Luoluo is truly ill-mannered; she dares to refuse the Empress's reward."

"She dared to refuse such a great favor; she truly doesn't know what's good for her."

"Has Miss Bai gone mad? How dare she refuse the fine wine bestowed by the Empress?"

...........

Hearing the comments, Bai Luoluo scoffed.

This wine is poisoned, and these blind fools are treating it as a blessing.

The Empress did not hold Bai Luoluo against her, but seeing her so ungrateful, her face immediately darkened.

"This wine is a reward, and also a favor to Miss Bai. Do not go against my good intentions."

Gu Yanchi raised his eyes slightly and looked at Bai Luoluo.

The way she spoke was so ethereal, like a fairy.

How can this be?

The old witch is trying to force me; it seems she has no choice but to drink this wine.

Bai Luoluo glanced at Gu Yanjin and saw that his eyes were fixed on the wine glass.

It seems that in the original book, Bai Luoluo's drunkenness was faked; it turns out she actually lost her virginity in this way.

Bai Luoluo took out silver needles from her sleeve and inserted them into her acupoints.

She picked up her glass and drank it down in one gulp.

"Thank you, Her Majesty, for the reward."

"Miss Bai is indeed very sensible. I really like you."

The Empress smiled gently.

"It is my honor to be favored by the Empress."

Bai Luoluo's tone was indifferent, her smile forced and insincere.

At this moment, Bai Qianqian heard that the Empress liked Bai Luoluo and became extremely jealous, squeezing the cup in her hand so hard it made a cracking sound.

She suddenly stood up and casually poured a glass of wine onto Bai Luoluo's lapel.

"I'm sorry, elder sister, Qianqian didn't mean it."

Bai Qianqian picked up a silk handkerchief to wipe Bai Luoluo's face, and then reached out to pull off Bai Luoluo's veil.

Unfortunately, Bai Luoluo had already seen through her scheme and blocked with her arm, causing Bai Qianqian to fall to the ground, splashing a plate of food all over her, leaving her looking rather disheveled.

She looked at Bai Luoluo in disbelief.

"Qianqian only wanted to help her elder sister wipe her clothes, why did her elder sister push her down?"

"I'm so sorry, I fell and hurt myself, Qianqian. Your clothes are all dirty. Why don't we sisters go and change?"

Bai Luoluo stepped forward to help Bai Qianqian, acting like a good older sister.

"Someone, take the two young ladies from the General's Mansion downstairs to change their clothes."

Upon seeing this, the Empress glanced at the palace maid beside her.

"This servant will take you two to change your clothes."

Bai Luoluo glanced at the palace maid, "Thank you."

The palace maid led Bai Luoluo and the other person away from the side.

After walking for an unknown amount of time, the palace maid suddenly stopped.

"Ladies, please wait in this side hall for a moment while I fetch you new clothes."

"Ah."

The palace maid turned and left.

"Qian, let's go inside."

Bai Luoluo was unusually gentle at this moment, displaying a deep sisterly affection.

"it is good."

The two entered the bedchamber one after the other.

As soon as Bai Luoluo entered, she smelled the fragrance of love.

She covered her mouth and nose, and inserted silver needles into several acupoints on herself.

Bai Qianqian sat on the recliner. "The scent here is a bit strange. Did you notice, elder sister?"

"I don't feel anything, but I feel a bit like throwing up."

Bai Luoluo strode out.

Leaning against the artificial hill, he spat out the wine he had just drunk.

At this moment, the Third Prince, Gu Yanjin, strode over here.

Bai Luoluo heard the sound and hid in the shadows.

"Your Highness the Third Prince—"

Liu Yulan's voice came from behind, and Gu Yanjin stopped and turned around with a displeased expression.

"Lan'er, why did you follow me here?"

"I saw the Third Prince leave his seat in a hurry, so I followed him to check on him."

"Go back quickly, I have important matters to attend to."

Gu Yanjin spoke in an impatient tone, which made Liu Yulan feel extremely aggrieved.

"What does the Third Prince want to do? I can help you."

"Have you forgotten what I told you last time, Lan'er?"

"This humble woman swears she will never forget, even unto death, that you and Bai Luoluo..."

Liu Yulan covered her mouth with her hand, looking incredulous.

"It was only a matter of time. The Fifth Prince is already a First-Rank Prince. If I don't take action now, how can I compete with him?" Gu Yanjin stepped forward and hugged Liu Yulan. "Lan'er, I'm doing all this for our future."

Liu Yulan couldn't hold back her tears and nestled in Gu Yanjin's arms.

"I understand, but today I also wish to become Your Highness's woman."

Suddenly, Liu Yulan tiptoed and kissed Gu Yanjin's thin lips.