There is a happy inn in the capital.

It just so happens that Yu-ying fainted. Perhaps it's fate that brought you all here to rest. No need to make up an excuse.

Princess Changning walked to the table, sat down, and drank some tea. "There's still some time before the banquet starts. Let's rest here for a while. Be careful of that Prince Jiwa at the banquet later."

"Hmm" *3

After resting for about 15 minutes, a maid called from outside the door.

"Princess Changning, the banquet is about to begin."

Princess Changning: "Understood."

Li Shuchen helped Liang Yuying up and followed behind Princess Changning.

There were many girls on the street who saw Liang Yuying and asked her if she was alright.

Liang Yuying smiled faintly and replied, "It's much better now."

After wandering around for a long time, we arrived at a beautiful and spacious courtyard.

Princess Changning was seated in front, and Liang Yuying and Gu Ziying were seated next to each other.

Both of them sat down, and Li Shuchen stood behind Liang Yuying, quietly serving her like the other maids, performing her role exceptionally well.

Soon, everyone was seated.

The Emperor and Empress entered.

Everyone saluted

Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!

"Long live the Empress!"

The Emperor calmly replied, "Rise."

He settled firmly on the throne and said, "Tonight is cool and comfortable, and the moonlight is bright. I have specially prepared a banquet to welcome the envoys from the Kingdom of Lieli and the Kingdom of Laji. I hope you will enjoy the customs of our dynasty."

Envoy: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Food and wine were served in turn by the maids, one dish after another, all exquisitely prepared. Li Shuchen could only stand there and watch; she had never tasted a royal banquet before and wondered what it would taste like.

Liang Yuying: "Serving Vegetables"

Li Shuchen immediately used chopsticks to pick up food for Yuying, and then stood aside obediently.

Liang Yuying: "Testing Poison"

Li Shuchen was slightly taken aback. What did "testing for poison" mean? Did it mean she had to eat the dishes? Okay, she immediately started eating the dishes one by one with her chopsticks, nodding as she ate. "Hmm, this dish tastes good. Hmm, that dish is also good."

After taking a bite of each dish, she stood contentedly to the side. Little Jizi would never let her die, and Yu Ying wouldn't harm her, so she wasn't afraid at all and waited quietly for a while.

She has no adverse reactions, her heartbeat is stable, she is alive and well, and the food is fine.

Li Shuchen: "Miss, it's not poisoned."

Liang Yuying smiled faintly: "Mm."

Of course she knew it wasn't poisoned. At banquets like this, food is handled with extreme care, and she had carefully checked everything; the dishes were all safe. She was just worried that Li Shuchen might get a craving.

When the other maids saw Li Shuchen test the poison for Miss Liang, they all praised her bravery. Many young ladies also envied Liang Yuying's good fortune in having such a loyal maid by her side.

After three rounds of drinks

Prince of Lieli: "Your Majesty, my kingdom of Lieli has a gift to offer you."

The Emperor smiled slightly: "Oh, what is the gift?"

The prince of Lili Kingdom did not answer, but gestured for everyone to look towards the moonlight.

A barefoot, blonde, blue-eyed beauty walked towards them, bathed in moonlight.

With delicate features and expressive eyes, she wore a white exotic dress that accentuated her stunning figure.

Even standing there motionless, Li Shuchen felt she was captivating and alluring; after seeing her, only one word could describe her: "Absolutely stunning."

Prince of Leli: "Princess Leli, my sister Leina."

As the prince finished speaking, the sound of musical instruments began, accompanied by the sound of the wind and the moonlight.

Leina danced in the wind, her light veil fluttering, her waist supple, her eyes subtly conveying affection. The golden bells at her ankles jingled melodiously, their continuous chimes adding to her exotic charm.

She seemed to blend seamlessly with the moonlight, both gentle and alluring, captivating and alluring.

The moonlight is exquisite, and the beauty is even more exquisite.

Li Shuchen's eyes widened in disbelief. If this beauty were to dance for her, she certainly wouldn't be able to resist at all—no, she already couldn't resist right now.

He cautiously glanced up at the Emperor; he was still smiling faintly, his expression unchanged.

Indeed, a ruler of a country is often someone who cannot show his emotions.

After the dance ended, thunderous applause erupted.

The Emperor smiled faintly: "Lieliguo is very thoughtful. Leina's dance is graceful, and when she dances under the moon, her moon-colored dress blends seamlessly with her, making her appear as one with the moon. Let her be made a Moon Consort."

Li Shuchen lowered his head in thought. "Consort Yue, this rank must be quite high. Anyone who has read novels knows that a consort is a principal position in a palace, residing in the main hall."

The fact that the princess of Lili Kingdom is marrying into the country means that there will be no war between the two countries, which is a good thing.

I just don't know if the person being married off will be willing.

Leina smiled, bowed, and thanked the Emperor: "Leina thanks Your Majesty."

Prince of Lieli Kingdom: "Your Majesty, Lieli Kingdom wishes to form a marriage alliance with Zixing Dynasty. I am now twenty-eight years old and have never been married. I wonder if Your Majesty could find me a princess?"

Li Shuchen understood from this that the emperor wanted to find him a girl of similar status to marry.

The Emperor nodded: "Prince Liede is handsome and talented, brave and intelligent. Are there any noble ladies of the dynasty willing to marry him?"

After the Emperor finished speaking, there was complete silence below; the silence was so profound that even the buzzing of flies could be heard.

Lieli Kingdom is remote, harsh, and lacks resources; who would want to marry into it?

Which parents would be willing to send their precious daughter to marry far away to Lie Liguo and suffer such hardship?

The atmosphere was eerily quiet, the air pressure was incredibly low, and all the young ladies kept their heads down, afraid to meet the Emperor's gaze, clearly showing their unwillingness to marry.

Li Shuchen glanced cautiously at the Emperor; his smile had faded, and he sensed the Emperor was about to get angry.

Just as the emperor was about to explode, a young woman stepped forward.

"Father, your daughter wishes to marry Prince Liede as her princess."

A trembling voice rang out. Li Shuchen looked up and saw a sweet-looking girl standing in the center, looking somewhat cautious.

When the Emperor saw her, he was visibly taken aback. Only after being reminded by Eunuch Lin did he seem to remember which of his daughters she was.

The Emperor smiled and asked, "Qingqing, are you really willing?"

Princess Qingqing nodded emphatically: "Your daughter is willing."

The Emperor beamed with joy: "Very well, I hereby bestow upon you the title of Princess Jiahe. Your marriage will take place on the day the envoys from Lie Li Kingdom depart the capital."

The crowd erupted in cheers again: "Congratulations, Your Majesty!"

The girls below all breathed a sigh of relief; the atmosphere around them was noticeably less tense.

Princess Qingqing said in a trembling voice, "Thank you, Father Emperor. I have a request."

The Emperor's smile faded: "What is it?"

Princess Qingqing let out a breath and made up her mind, saying, "Before my daughter gets married, could you let her see Weijing City, so that she can have something to remember me by?"

The Emperor smiled slightly and said, "Looking at the capital, is that feasible? Is there anyone willing to take Princess Jiahe on a tour of the capital for a few days?"

The servants below eagerly requested to perform, as they hadn't had a chance to impress the Emperor earlier.

Princess Changning stepped forward: "Your Majesty, when it comes to having fun, who can compare to me? My nephew can take Princess Jiahe on a tour of Weijing City, I guarantee she'll be happy and joyful, and then send her back safely."

The Emperor nodded in satisfaction: "Very well, then Changning shall lead her."

Both countries were satisfied with the marriage alliance with Lieli.

Prince Gewa begins

"Your Majesty, the Kingdom of Laji also has a gift to present."

The Emperor said calmly, "Oh? What is it?"

The Emperor was noticeably more wary of Prince Jaiwa than of Prince Redeemer, and even showed little interest in the gifts Prince Jaiwa offered.

Who told him to attack the Purple Star Dynasty's city?