Fantasy: After transmigrating, I effortlessly became a god.

"Give me three street vendor pancakes as a gift."

After the master of ceremonies finished reading, not only Wu Xiaohai, but even Empress Han wanted to laugh.

The Crown Prince is a great man destined to inherit the throne, and you only sent him three cheap snacks? Do you even want to stay in Guangxiang Kingdom in the future?

Lu Yan's eyelids twitched violently. He deduced that Zheng Qianzhong and Dongmei had died from the Heavenly Silkworm Poison Needle, but he never expected that Zheng Qianzhong would come to the banquet and even give him three street vendor cakes.

Could it be that Zheng Qian was not the one who abducted Tian Jie, but someone else?

Lu Yan overturned his own speculation. Zhong Dongmei must have died from the poison needle. So shouting "Three-Stage Slash" would be framing Zheng Qian for the crime of kidnapping Tian Jie. And there aren't many forces in Guangxiang City that are capable of kidnapping Tian Jie.

Out of the corner of his eye, Lu Yan saw Lu Cilin's feigned sadness and instantly understood.

The person who kidnapped Tian Jie was Lu Cilin.

He not only killed Lu Yi, who supported his succession to the throne, but also pretended to cry to Empress Han, and was finally able to ride in a chariot with Empress Han to attend the banquet.

Brother, what a clever tactic.

After deducing the situation, Lu Yan had to give Lu Cilin a thumbs up; he knew how to play the game.

Zheng Qian shoved Wu Xiaohai, who was standing in the middle of the door, aside: "Get out of the way, a good dog doesn't block the way."

Upon entering the Crown Prince's residence, Zheng Qian immediately spotted Empress Han. However, instead of greeting her first, he embraced Lu Yan, patting him gently on the back like a long-lost brother.

“Your Highness, I refused your invitation to the banquet today because I didn’t have money to buy a gift. As you know, I’m poor. I went back to the academy to borrow nine copper coins from my classmates and bought three cakes to come here.”

After saying that, Zheng Qian released Lu Yan and handed him the three cakes.

"Let me tell you, this cake is delicious. Here, eat it while it's hot."

Lu Yan was bewildered by Zheng Qian's overly familiar manner and sneered, "Zheng Qian, since you're a guest, there's no need to bring any gifts. After the banquet, you can pack up any food left on the table; it'll be enough to last you a month."

Giving a thumbs-up, Zheng Qian praised, "So magnanimous! No wonder you're destined to inherit the throne, Your Highness the Crown Prince."

At this moment, Zheng Qian seemed to notice Empress Han, and a look of shock appeared on his face.

"This, this is the legendary Empress Han, the most beautiful, generous, gentle and virtuous woman in the world, the mother of the nation? She is so beautiful and stunning. It is truly a blessing for me to stand in front of her."

Empress Han's smile was like a rare treasure, rarely revealed. However, faced with Zheng Qian's sincere yet witty praise, even she could not hide her delight, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up slightly, like a spring breeze brushing across a frozen lake, rippling with warm waves.

Empress Han's smile created an indescribably subtle atmosphere. Zheng Qian's handsome and extraordinary appearance was like that of an immortal who had stepped out of a painting. He was not only pleasing to the eye, but also seemed to have an irresistible charm that quietly attracted Empress Han's attention, and her eyes sparkled with an unusual light.

The vibrant aura emanating from him was undoubtedly a source of temptation for Empress Han, who was well-versed in the mysteries of demonic arts and proficient in the art of replenishing yin with yang, causing a ripple to involuntarily stir in her heart.

Empress Han had an idea: she wanted to explore the secrets of yin-yang replenishment through Zheng Qian.

A prodigy who has survived nine tribulations of lightning would be a lot of fun to keep as a pet.

"Grumpy."

Empress Han first laughed and scolded, then reached out her hand to Zheng Qian.

"Come here, help this Empress into the arena."

Zheng Qian was very sensible. He supported Empress Han's hand with his forearm and slowly walked into the banquet.

Lu Yan followed behind, feeling like he wanted to die.

If Empress Han protects Zheng Qian, then the play he prepared tonight will truly become a play.

The originally noisy banquet fell silent the moment Empress Han entered.

The dancing beauties stepped down, and the musicians stopped playing their instruments, all bowing to Empress Han.

Empress Han is beautiful and charming, while Zheng Qian is sunny and handsome. When the two walk together, it's like a rich woman keeping a handsome man as her sugar daddy.

If they could, every man present would want to switch places with Zheng Qian and be kept by him for life.

"Please take a seat, Your Majesty."

Lu Yan tactfully invited Empress Han to sit in the central seat of honor, while he sat on her left and Lu Cilin on her right.

Zheng Qian looked around and found that there were no seats left in front or behind. The entire banquet was arranged according to the number of people and their status.

Lu Yan was deliberately trying to embarrass him, leaving him without a seat.

Lu Yan stood up, his face grim.

"Whoever arranged the seats, drag them away and kill them."

After speaking, he instructed his subordinates, "Put a stool by the door for Zheng Qian to sit on."

Lu Yan was deliberately slapping Zheng Qian in the face. Just as Zheng Qian was about to retaliate, Empress Han spoke up.

"Zheng Qian, come here and sit with me."

"Thank you Queen!"

Zheng Qian bowed in gratitude and sat down next to Empress Han without hesitation.

In this way, Zheng Qian's seat was higher than Lu Yan's.

Lu Yan's face, which had been feigning gloom, was now genuinely gloomy.

Zheng Qian sat down next to Empress Han, who nodded to Lu Yan, and the banquet officially began.

As the melodious sound of the guzheng began, like a clear spring flowing over rocks or clouds swirling in the mountains, glass lamps hung high in the hall, illuminating the magnificent dome and carved beams and painted rafters. Every brick and tile exuded royal dignity and extraordinary grandeur.

Just as everyone was marveling at the luxury of the banquet hall, a strange sight caught everyone's attention.

In the center of the hall, a transparent barrier woven from spiritual energy slowly rose. Inside the barrier was a miniature ethereal forest, where spirit beasts roamed, flying and leaping, lifelike in their forms.

This is not a real mythical beast, but rather an opening show called "A Hundred Beasts Offering Auspiciousness," meticulously crafted by the top spiritual chefs of Guangxiang Kingdom using their spiritual power to manipulate ingredients, symbolizing peace and prosperity.

With a thunderous round of applause, the real feast officially began.

The first dish, named "Dragon and Phoenix Bringing Auspiciousness," features a phoenix, meticulously prepared from the meat of a precious spiritual bird, poised to take flight. Beside it stands a dragon, its body made of a deep-sea spiritual fish and inlaid with various jewel-like spiritual fruits. The two complement each other beautifully, not only offering a feast for the eyes, nose, and palate, but also conveying the highest respect and best wishes to the guests.

A dazzling array of delicacies.

Following that, a dazzling array of delicacies arrived one after another: a platter of spiritual fruits from the heavens, each fruit imbued with the essence of heaven and earth, which could enhance one's cultivation; a seafood feast of azure seas and clear skies, featuring rare and exotic delicacies from the deep sea, exceptionally fresh and unforgettable; and a vegetarian dish of magnificent landscapes, a collection of the essence of mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas, colorful and varied in shape, showcasing the perfect fusion of natural beauty and culinary art.

"Such a lavish feast could only be hosted by the Kingdom of Guangxiang."

"As expected of the strongest nation among fifty countries, they serve rare and exotic animals on their dinner table. It's too extravagant."

As the guests were surprised, fifty Wind Shadow Leopards, roasted to a golden brown and crispy perfection, were carried in by a hundred young girls with purses ready to be opened.

"My God, our country only has three Wind Shadow Leopards, and we captured them at great cost. I never expected that Guangxiang Kingdom would put them directly on the dinner table. Isn't that too extravagant?"

Lu Yan was very satisfied with the guests' reaction. A month ago, he sent 80,000 soldiers to capture the monsters, all for tonight's banquet.

Lu Yan stood up, personally cut off the back meat of the Wind Shadow Leopard with a knife, and then placed it on Empress Han's plate.

"Mother, the back meat of the Wind Shadow Leopard is tender and not greasy, and it is also a great medicine for replenishing blood and qi. It is the best to eat. Please try it."

Empress Han nodded in satisfaction: "My son's filial piety makes me very pleased."

After saying that, Empress Han pushed the plate in front of Zheng Qian.

"Eat more; young people need to replenish their blood and energy."

Zheng Qian sat up straight instantly, and Empress Han's small hand was placed on his thigh.