My low-key cultivation of immortality was discovered by the emperor in my diary.

Green Bamboo covered her mouth, her eyes filled with disbelief.

She had never experienced such a thrilling moment before. The assassination scenes she had only read about in storybooks were now vividly unfolding before her eyes, leaving her with a lingering sense of fear.

She looked around at the terrified faces of the people and the assassin's corpse left on the ground, all of which reminded her that what had just happened was not an illusion.

The aurora fox in her arms seemed to sense her tension, raising its fluffy little head and gently rubbing against her hand, offering her a little comfort.

Green Bamboo took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, but her heart was filled with confusion. Who were those assassins? Why did they want to assassinate Miss?

What puzzled her even more was where those assassins got their confidence to successfully assassinate the young lady. Didn't they consider the consequences of failure?

After a moment of stunned silence, she finally came to her senses; now was not the time to delve into these matters.

So, Green Bamboo quickly picked up the Aurora Fox and chased after it.

The restaurant staff witnessed the assassination attempt and were so frightened that their faces turned pale, their legs went weak, and they could barely stand.

They all made way for Chu Lengyu, allowing her to walk straight to the private room on the top floor.

Green Bamboo followed closely behind, her heart filled with both worry for her young mistress's safety and trepidation about what might happen next.

Could this be a trap?

She bit her lower lip, blaming herself: If I had known this would happen, I shouldn't have gone out today.

The melodious singing and dancing at the banquet suddenly stopped.

An unusual tension permeated the silent air.

Yue Mu and the others had witnessed everything that had just happened downstairs.

Now, as they sit at the banquet, their gazes involuntarily drift through the layers of curtains to the deep, dark staircase.

They were secretly amazed; Chu Lengyu was even younger and more beautiful than they had imagined, yet also more mysterious and unpredictable.

When she finally appeared in everyone's sight, all eyes were on her.

She wore an elegant brocade dress, as white as snow and as bright as the moon.

Slender and graceful, with bright and clear eyes.

Her beauty was radiant, like that of a goddess, so captivating that one dared not look directly at her. (Note)

At this moment, all words seemed pale and powerless; only her presence was the most dazzling sight at this banquet.

The crowd whispered among themselves, looking at her with awe and reverence.

There are countless rumors about her, but only by seeing her in person can one truly feel her extraordinary and mysterious nature.

She is like a mystery, making people want to explore her.

Chu Lengyu glanced around, taking in everyone's reactions, and ordered, "Don't stop the cups, keep playing the music, keep dancing."

Her words instantly dispelled the tension and awkwardness at the banquet.

The musicians, singers, and dancers standing nearby finally snapped out of their daze and quickly adjusted themselves as if waking from a dream.

The musicians lightly plucked the strings, and the drums and flutes played, creating a long melody.

The dancers moved with graceful movements, their sleeves fluttering in rhythm with the music. (Note)

The music resumed, and the singing and dancing continued.

The rooftop was packed and bustling, yet not a single table was reserved for Chu Lengyu.

This deliberate oversight was nothing more than a cheap show of force in her eyes, not worth a second glance.

With a slight movement of her fingers, a flash of inspiration appeared, and an antique and elegant table and two exquisite chairs materialized out of thin air and landed steadily in the positions she designated.

She sat down with composure and elegance.

Moreover, she sat opposite Yue Mu, her eyes calm, as if she had the entire situation under her control.

This indescribable aura made everyone present feel a sense of pressure, and for a moment no one dared to speak.

Yue Mu's gaze lingered on Chu Lengyu.

It is a fact that women from the Great Xia Dynasty are generally more beautiful than women from the Great Qian Dynasty, but Chu Lengyu is exceptionally outstanding, beyond imagination, as if she were blessed by heaven and earth.

Although Yue Mu coveted her beauty, the methods she displayed had made him wary, and he no longer looked down on her as before.

He finished his wine, put down his cup, and broke the silence with a playful smile: "Master Chu, I've long admired your name, and seeing you today, I can confirm it's well-deserved. But I wonder, is your ability to conjure objects out of thin air magic or just a trick?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Lengyu smiled slightly, looked directly at Yue Mu, and asked in return, "You want to try?"

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Note 1:

Graceful and elegant, with a beautiful appearance. — Li Changqi, "Congratulations to the Bridegroom on His Wedding"

Her face, though bare, glowed with a rosy hue; her beautiful eyes sparkled with a clear, bright light. — Zhang Hua, "A Poem on Marriage"

Her beauty shines through her adornment, her delicate fragrance wafts in the gentle breeze. —Ruan Ji, "Ode to My Feelings, No. 82"

How beautiful is this goddess, adorned with the grace of both yin and yang! — Song Yu, "Ode to the Goddess"

He just couldn't stop praising the female lead.

Note 2:

The pipa and flute played in harmony, and the Qiang and Hu children sang together. — Cen Shen, "Written After Getting Drunk at the Banquet of the Prefect of Jiuquan"

Their sleeves fluttered in the dance, their songs echoed around the rafters. — Yu Shinan, "Ode to the Wind"

Whenever they hear the music of the zither and lute, they dance in rhythm. — Pu Songling, "The Cricket"