The number one spendthrift woman in the capital actually brings glory to her entire family?

"General Zhu, what do you mean by this? Do you think I orchestrated this? This is of no benefit to me whatsoever!"

"Hmph, you know perfectly well whether there's any benefit or not. Both sides have to bet to ensure they won't lose, so who knows!"

"If General Zhu says so, then your young master Zhu Si is working for Sikong Jin. Does that mean I can also assume that General Zhu has a deep relationship with the Sikong family? I heard that a few days ago, General Zhu even personally visited the Sikong family head. Is that true?"

Emperor Da Yong gave the two of them a cold look, and they immediately shut their mouths.

"Your Majesty, since this has happened, I'm afraid we can only resort to the old methods. Moreover, the envoys from both Great Zhou and Tian Sheng witnessed this incident, which is truly detrimental to the reputation of our Great Yong..."

After pondering for a long time, Left Chancellor Yang Hong couldn't help but sigh, "Your Majesty, you can only issue an edict to bestow a marriage upon Prince Ming and Liu Xianxian..."

"Lord Liu, what do you think?"

Emperor Da Yong frowned and looked at Liu Changyue.

……

Outside the palace gates, the warm sunset cast golden rays across the ground, and a few white clouds still drifted across the vast sky. Sikong Jin, standing in front of the palace gates, raised her head slightly, looked at the warm sun setting in the west, and couldn't help but take a long breath.

"Ajin, you did a great job just now. You were well-mannered and remained calm under pressure."

Lord Yukichi, who was walking ahead, suddenly stopped and turned around. He smiled gently, his warm and peaceful eyes filled with a satisfied and kind light. Several trusted ministers standing beside him also gave Sikong Jin an approving smile.

"Thank you, sir."

Sikong Jin bowed respectfully and said, "If it weren't for your protection, sir, I'm afraid I wouldn't be safe and sound now."

She understood Xing Qitian's predicament perfectly. Just now, in the main hall, Xing Qitian had stood up without hesitation, clearly threatening the Emperor. This situation would only intensify the Emperor's hatred, yet he still did it. In a way, perhaps he was fighting for his only beloved daughter, but he was directly helping Sikong Jin out of a predicament. With the conflict escalating so much, Xing Qitian's future safety was likely even more worrisome…

"The Seventh Four-Star Plenary Session is about to begin. Little one, you'd better be prepared and not embarrass your father, Commander-in-Chief Sikong. I believe in your abilities."

Xingqi Tian smiled at Sikong Jin, reached out his long and warm hand and gently patted Sikong Jin's thin shoulder, his eyes filled with love and warmth.

"Thank you, sir. I will do my best." A resolute glint suddenly flashed in Sikong Jin's eyes.

Xingqi Tian nodded slightly and smiled, "You must do your best. Before long, our Dayong may change. You must be careful."

"Yes, sir. Please take care of yourself too!"

Xing Qitian smiled again, raised his gaze and landed on Ji Wuge and Tang Jingyao standing next to Sikong Jin, giving them an approving smile before turning and leaving.

"Brother Jin, the Seventh Four-Star Conference is in a few days. You should prepare well and take good care of yourself."

Xing Fuhua, who had been silent all along, looked at Sikong Jin with some reluctance, gently took Sikong Jin's hands in her soft hands, and tenderly gave her some advice.

Sikong Jin smiled faintly and nodded, "Your Highness, please take care."

As he spoke, he lowered his head and gently kissed the back of her hand, exuding elegance. However, Ji Wuge, who was standing beside him, couldn't help but roll his eyes.

The carriage carrying Kofuku and Lord Kosaki Ten quickly disappeared into the warm golden sunlight.

"It's been a long time. How is Lord Sikong doing?"

Just as Sikong Jin was about to leave, a gentle voice suddenly came from behind him. It sounded very familiar, and Lord Sikong subconsciously turned around—

Tuoba Yu's handsome and noble face came into view. His azure robe fluttered slightly in the evening breeze. His deep eyes, as dark as the starry night sky, shone faintly. His thin, charming lips were slightly upturned, exuding nobility and elegance.

"Third Prince?"

Lord Sikong paused for a moment, a look of surprise quickly appearing on his delicate face. He raised his eyebrows and said, "Have we met somewhere before? When I saw His Highness the Prince just now, he seemed very familiar."

Amidst the puzzled looks from Ji Wuge and Tang Jingyao, Lord Sikong's eyes were also filled with confusion, as if she were seriously pondering something. She scrutinized Tuoba Yu for a long time, "The Third Prince is so handsome and dashing, we must have met somewhere before, but I have forgotten. I tend to forget people who are more handsome than myself."

"Is it?"

Tuoba Yu raised his handsome eyebrows with a half-smile, glanced at Lord Sikong, lowered his head slightly and coughed a few times, and said with a smile, "I remember that three months ago, Lord Sikong and I had a very pleasant past in Malan City, and we also had a memorable time in Luoyang City. It seems that my purse is still in Lord Sikong's hands. Lord Sikong, have you forgotten all of this?"

Lord Sikong stared wide-eyed, looking left and right, scratching his head, his face blank. "Is that so? I can't remember. Are you sure you haven't mistaken me for someone else? Let me think..."

Ji Wuge and Tang Jingyao exchanged a glance. Before they could react, a sudden gust of cold wind swept past them, and in an instant, Lord Sikong was gone. And at that moment—

"Ouch!"

A muffled groan sounded, and at first glance, Tuoba Yu was standing beside Lord Sikong. Their actions and postures were very strange. Tuoba Yu was holding Lord Sikong's arm, his expression was calm, and his smile was charming. Lord Sikong's smile seemed a little stiff. She gently patted Tuoba Yu's large hand that was holding her arm, as if she was comforting her old friend who was suddenly overcome with excitement.

"Young Brother Sikong, look at this beautiful sunset. Would you be interested in sharing a few drinks and a game of chess with me?"

Tuoba Yu extended a sincere invitation.

"Ah? Playing chess? That's not good. My chess etiquette is really terrible. Not only do I like to take back moves, but if you win, I won't be able to control my anger. Besides, I like to gamble while playing chess, sometimes betting thousands of taels at a time... Your Highness, how can someone as lowly and despicable as me be qualified to play chess with you? Your Highness, you are like the radiant sun in the sky, while I am like an invisible speck of dust at your feet. The difference in our levels is so great. If you play chess with me, it will lower your taste."

Sikong Jin wore a simple smile, and her eyes looked very humble.