The three-year-old host decides to raise an emperor father for himself.

Adults have their own way of communicating, and children have their own way of communicating.

While Xuan Yuan Lan Jia and Huo Qing Shan were talking, Huo Wu Bing finally found an opportunity to get close to Xiao Lan Xing and whispered, "Let me tell you, this is my father, he's very powerful."

If it were any other topic, Xiao Lanxing would probably just listen to whatever Huo Wubing said, but when the word "father" was mentioned, her little radar would go off.

She first looked up and sized up Huo Qingshan for a while, then blinked.

A middle-aged man around thirty years old, with gentle eyes and a refined temperament, he was a handsome man who looked very elegant.

He is a different type of man from Xuanyuan Jing.

Of course, Xuan Yuanjing was younger and more handsome than Huo Qingshan, or rather, Xuan Yuanjing's appearance was more striking.

Although Xiao Lanxing is a bit of a looks-obsessed person, she doesn't put others down; she thinks her brother-in-law is quite pleasing to the eye.

but……

Xiao Lanxing looked at Huo Wubing: "How amazing is he?"

Huo Wubing whispered, "My father knows martial arts!"

Xiao Lanxing blinked, waiting for what would happen next.

Huo Wubing blinked and looked at her expectantly.

After a while, Xiao Lanxing asked in confusion, "And then?"

Huo Wubing: "You know martial arts! Lots of people don't! It's that kind of... fancy, fancy moves!"

“Let me tell you, I’ve seen it. Many people say that his kung fu is good, but in reality, he’s not as good as my father. But my father never says that in front of outsiders.”

Xiao Lanxing: "My daddy can do it too!"

Although Xiao Lanxing felt that her father needed protection because he was a bit weak... well, at first she thought he was really weak, but recently Xuan Yuanjing's health has improved, so naturally he has become a bit weak.

But didn't Xiao Lanxing use herself as a reference point before?

Now that she has met more people and has more points of reference, and with the system intentionally or unintentionally defending Xuan Yuanjing a few times, she at least knows that Xuan Yuanjing is more capable than the average person.

Xuanyuan Jing has a very solid foundation in basic skills, which is obvious to anyone who knows a little about the craft.

Upon hearing this, Huo Wubing vaguely remembered the identity of the "pretty girl" in front of him and said, "Oh, right."

Pretty girl—no, I mean pretty auntie's father is Prince Jing! So compared to Prince Jing, her father doesn't seem that impressive.

However, in Huo Wubing's heart, his father was definitely different from others.

Then he thought for a moment and said, "My dad can also paint!"

Xiao Lanxing blinked: "My daddy can do that too, he even paints lanterns for me!"

Huo Wubing: "My father can make tea!"

Xiao Lanxing: "I can make tea too!"

Huo Wubing: "This isn't ordinary tea brewing; it's tea art. Do you know what tea art is?"

Huo Wubing's eyes sparkled: "It's drawing on tea! It's so beautiful! My father drew a crane for me last time! Although he ended up drinking it himself!"

Xiao Lanxing thought for a moment and realized that her father had never done any tea art or painted on tea, but...

Xiao Lanxing's eyes widened: "My daddy can do it too!"

Huo Wubing: "Huh? Is that so... I'll think about it some more."

Because Xiao Lanxing's father was Prince Jing, Huo Wubing had no doubt about Xuan Yuanjing's abilities and believed everything Xiao Lanxing said.

Because that's Prince Jing!

The couple, who had been chatting and had started listening to the two children's conversation, exchanged a glance, their eyes full of smiles.

Xuanyuan Lanjia gestured with her eyes: Isn't it cute?

Huo Qingshan stroked his chin and smiled: "Yes, Madam is right."

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After that, Xuan Yuan Lanxing followed Xuan Yuan Lanjia and her family. The palace servants who had been searching for her finally found her by following the clues. When they saw her with Xuan Yuan Lanjia, they breathed a sigh of relief but were also a little annoyed.

The palace servants dared not speak out against it. If it were just a little girl named Xiao Lanxing, it would be fine, since many children her age can't even speak clearly, so it wouldn't be a big deal to bully her secretly.

However, Princess Xuanyuan Lanjia, though low-key, was not someone to be trifled with. Coupled with the head of the Huo family by her side, she had all the status and prestige, so how could the palace servants dare to act recklessly in front of them?

After Xuanyuan Lanjia said she would take care of her sister for her brother, the palace servants looked hesitant and could only say that they would ask for permission.

When the news reached back, Wang Tai's expression became subtle upon learning that the person who had mysteriously gone missing had been taken away by Xuan Yuan Lan Jia.

But he still went to inform Xuanyuan Lin.

At that time, there was not much time left before the palace banquet began. Xuan Yuanlin personally received the Empress who was scheduled to attend today. At this moment, his mind was entirely on the Empress and he had no time to care about anything else. He waved his hand and said, "Since that's the case, let's do as Princess Jiaxuan said. Arrange for a few palace servants to take good care of her and make sure that another young girl doesn't get lost in this palace."

As he spoke, Xuan Yuanlin pointed at Wang Tai: "You can handle those few who failed in their duties."

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And so, a grand banquet began amidst the anticipation of the masses.

The Emperor and Empress arrived last. Su Mingxuan, who usually accompanied the Emperor every year, entered the hall first this year, smiling dignifiedly despite the many gazes, both bright and dark.

Originally, even though the Empress was not present, Su Mingxuan could have relied on her favored status to sit, if not directly next to Xuan Yuanlin, in a nearby position.

But this year, for some reason, the Empress suddenly recovered from her illness and was able to attend. Su Mingxuan was furious but dared not openly provoke this bad luck, so she could only sit obediently in her position as a concubine.

Although the high-ranking concubines were not far from Xuanyuan Lin's position, but...

When Xuanyuan Lin and the Empress entered, Xuanyuan Lanxing and her family sat in the front seats of the royal family. Before that, Xuanyuan Lanjia had intentionally or unintentionally introduced her to a few people.

Many people still wondered if Xiao Lanxing was the illegitimate daughter of some unknown woman in Huo Qingshan's backyard.

There were those who were always envious that Xuan Yuan Lan Jia married a man who was devoted to her, and they were so jealous that they were watching the drama unfold.

Xuanyuan Lanjia was not unaware of the prejudiced looks, but she asked Xiao Lanxing, and the little girl, despite her young age, spoke clearly and logically about the cause and effect of her entering the palace today.

Therefore, Xuan Yuan Lan Jia was in no hurry to explain anything. In any case, no matter what Xuan Yuan Lin's purpose was, Xiao Lan Xing's identity would definitely be revealed later.

Why bother with those idle people?

"...This fruit is delicious, you should try it." Huo Wubing took out a pastry from his small purse and handed it to Xiao Lanxing.

Xiao Lanxing listened to the singing and shouting coming from the other side like waves, looked curiously, took it and took a small bite.

Huo Wubing looked at her with bright eyes: "Is it delicious?"

Xiao Lanxing grinned: "So sweet."

Just then, Xuanyuan Lin and the Empress approached and heard the little girl's clear, childlike voice.

He subconsciously turned his head and glanced at her. When he saw Xiao Lanxing's face, his pupils contracted slightly.