Phoenix Dance: The Eldest Daughter's Physician Consort Shocks the World

Time flies, and the Mid-Autumn Festival is here in the blink of an eye. The Su family mansion is decorated with lanterns and colorful decorations, creating a lively atmosphere. Colorful pavilions are set up in the garden, and a sumptuous feast is laid out, where everyone gathers together to enjoy the full moon.

Su Yao wore a light blue silk dress, simple yet elegant. Her hair was styled in an exquisite bun, adorned only with a plain silver hairpin, which further accentuated her fresh and refined appearance. Her loyal dog followed beside her, wagging its tail and excitedly looking around.

"Su Yao, don't even think about stealing the spotlight today." Su Wan walked up to Su Yao, her eyes filled with a hint of jealousy and provocation.

Su Yao turned slightly to the side, her expression calm. "Second sister is joking. Yao'er just wants to spend the festival with her family and has no intention of showing off."

The banquet began, and everyone took their seats in turn. After a few rounds of drinks, Su Yao's grandmother smiled and said, "Today is the Mid-Autumn Festival, a time for family reunion. How about we have our grandchildren recite poems to add to the festivities?" Everyone agreed.

Su Wan was the first to step forward. Dressed in a gorgeous pink dress, she gracefully curtsied and recited: "The moon hangs high on the branches, illuminating the magnificent hall; the whole family gathers, laughter echoing. Golden goblets of fine wine celebrate the festival; together we admire the bright moon, happiness filling the hall." After speaking, she glanced at Su Yao with a smug look.

Everyone praised her, and Su Wan's mother couldn't stop smiling, saying, "My daughter's talent is getting better and better."

Then the other sisters took turns reciting poems, some ornate, some fresh, each with its own merits. When it was Su Yao's turn, she slowly stood up, looked at the bright moon, and softly recited: "The Mid-Autumn Moon shines on the Jade Terrace, the fragrance of osmanthus fills the air. The clear sky evokes distant thoughts, and people on earth share this sentiment of reunion."

Her voice was melodious and graceful, and the poem was profound and evocative. Everyone quieted down to savor it. Her grandmother's eyes were full of praise. "Yao'er's poem is well-written. It is sincere and touching, and quite charming."

Su Yao curtsied slightly in thanks, "Thank you for the praise, Grandmother. I was just speaking from the heart."

At this moment, Xiao Yichen also arrived at the Su residence by invitation. His appearance immediately drew everyone's attention. Su Yao looked up, their eyes meeting in the air, and nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

"Your Highness, you've come at the perfect time. Why don't you come and listen to my granddaughters recite poetry?" the grandmother invited with a smile.

Xiao Yichen cupped his hands slightly, "I would be honored to accept your offer."

Afterwards, the banquet was filled with singing and dancing. However, taking advantage of everyone's inattention, Su Wan quietly walked to Su Yao's side and whispered, "Don't think that just because the Prince is here today, you can rest easy. This Su family is not your place to make decisions."

Su Yao's expression remained unchanged; she simply said, "Second Sister, Yao'er has never had such thoughts. Why do you always target me?"

"Hmph, stop pretending." Su Wan snorted coldly and turned to leave.

The loyal dog seemed to sense Su Yao's emotional fluctuations, whimpering softly and rubbing its head against her leg. Su Yao gently stroked the dog's head, sighing inwardly.

Xiao Yichen's gaze had been fixed on Su Yao's movements. Seeing Su Yao being harassed, he frowned slightly. Taking advantage of a break in the performance, he walked to Su Yao's side and said softly, "Miss Su, I have a question for you."

Su Yao was slightly taken aback, then respectfully said, "Your Highness, please ask."

"Is the dog well-behaved with you?" Xiao Yichen asked casually.

Su Yao smiled slightly, "Your Highness, rest assured, it is very well-behaved and gets along very well with Yao'er."

As the two were talking, a colorful butterfly suddenly flew over and landed on Su Yao's shoulder. Su Yao moved slightly, afraid of startling the butterfly away. Xiao Yichen looked at the scene before him, and a thought struck him. He said softly, "This butterfly seems to be attracted by the Third Miss's talent as well."

Su Yao's cheeks flushed slightly. "Your Highness, please don't tease Yao'er."

However, Su Wan witnessed their interaction, and her heart burned with jealousy. After Xiao Yichen left, Su Wan walked up to Su Yao and raised her voice, saying, "Su Yao, you are an unmarried woman, so close to the Prince. Have you forgotten your place?"

Su Yao was startled, knowing that Su Wan was deliberately trying to embarrass her. She calmly said, "Second Sister, Yao'er and the Prince were just talking about loyal dogs, and there was nothing improper about it."

"Hmph, you know best whether you've overstepped your bounds or not," Su Wan retorted.

At this moment, Grandmother heard the commotion and her face darkened. "Wan'er, today is the Mid-Autumn Festival. You mustn't be fooling around."

Although Su Wan was unwilling, she dared not disobey her grandmother's words. She could only glare at Su Yao fiercely before returning to her seat.

The Mid-Autumn Festival banquet continued amidst this seemingly joyous yet subtly turbulent atmosphere. Su Yao knew that with her increasing contact with Xiao Yichen, her situation within the Su family was becoming increasingly difficult, but she also harbored a sliver of hope, hoping for a different turn of events in the future…