Lan Cai’er has always had a loud voice, and now her shouting drew the attention of all the guests.
Xue Pianran froze on the spot.
When she was in Beiqing, she was always aloof, a Heavenly Maiden untouched by the mortal world, never before had she been publicly humiliated like today.
"Who exactly is the cruel one, Ye Lingyue? You know Feng Xun and I are engaged, yet you cling to him relentlessly. I think neither you nor your mother are decent people!"
Biting her teeth, Xue Pianran tore off her usual disguise and began to curse at Ye Lingyue.
Ye Lingyue raised an eyebrow.
One was Qing Bi, the other Xue Pianran - both had crossed Ye Lingyue’s red line by dragging her family into it.
"Xue Pianran, you keep saying Feng Xun is your fiancé, did he acknowledge that?" Ye Lingyue stepped forward and challenged Xue Pianran.
Xue Pianran was at a loss for words; her engagent to Feng Xun had neither an Imperial Decree nor a marriage contract, rely a verbal agreent between Master Hong Ru and Emperor Qing.
But that was also just child’s play, after all, Feng Xun’s parents had died years ago, and the only person who could decide his marriage was Feng Xun himself.
"Or are you just degrading yourself by throwing yourself at him? I’ve seen many won, but never soone as shaless as you. Feng Xun isn’t married, nor am I. Our mutual affection is clear, what right do you have to ddle? A maiden from the Dan Palace and a Heavenly Maiden running after a man, you are not embarrassed, but I feel embarrassed for you."
Ye Lingyue’s words were sharp and impactful.
"Exactly, everyone look, this is the Heavenly Maiden of Dan Palace, chasing a man from Beiqing all the way to Daxia." Lan Cai’er rolled her eyes and shouted at the top of her lungs.
The guests began to murmur, pointing at Xue Pianran, who, overwheld with sha, could not retaliate in front of so many people.
"Is that enough?" Suddenly, soone surged forward and shouted at Lan Cai’er.
It was Cong Lv, who had escorted Princess Qing Bi and Xue Pianran to Daxia, waiting outside initially until he heard the commotion and learned about the dispute involving Ye Lingyue and the others.
Seeing tears in Xue Pianran’s eyes and her indignant yet powerless deanor, Cong Lv felt pity and glared fiercely at Lan Cai’er.
"Enough of what? She frad my sister, and this is not over. Soone, drive these two troublemaking mad dogs out!" Lan Cai’er, fired up now, had never been so aggressive.
"You dare!" Cong Lv was also angry, having seen many won, but none as unreasonable as Lan Cai’er.
"I dare, what about it? Thinking of hitting a woman? Everyone see, a Second Grade guard from Beiqing wants to hit a woman. Is this what your parents taught you when they trained you in martial arts? If I had a son as blind as that, I’d strangle him right after birth!" Lan Cai’er was fearless, her words sharp and mocking.
Cong Lv’s face twitched, his handso face alternating between shades of red and white.
Born from a reputable family, he had never encountered such a shrewish quarrel.
"Brother Cong, let’s just leave," urged Xue Pianran, her face flushed with humiliation, pulling Cong Lv away.
Initially annoyed, Ye Lingyue couldn’t help but be amused by Lan Cai’er’s rant, especially recalling Cong Lv’s shocked expression just monts ago.
"Huh? Brother-in-law Feng, you’re here?" After finishing her tirade, Lan Cai’er turned and noticed Feng Xun standing nearby.
Beside him was a Sword Slave, who looked at Lan Cai’er with nothing but admiration.
It was his first ti seeing soone berate Guard Cong like that, and since Guard Cong couldn’t react, no wonder Housekeeper Mu always said, "It’s hardest to raise won and villains."
True for won and true for villains; both apply to Lan Cai’er.
Ye Lingyue also just realized that Feng Xun had arrived and wondered how long he had been there, worried he might have heard everything she said to provoke Xue Pianran.
Ye Lingyue’s face felt as if it was on fire, and she dared not look directly at Feng Xun.
"Sword Slave, deliver the gift." Upon arriving, Feng Xun saw Xue Pianran making things difficult for Ye Lingyue. He was about to intervene, when Ye Lingyue, in a burst of anger, spoke those words.
The mutual affection... so she did have him in her heart.
Seeing the mountain-like gift brought by Sword Slave, Lan Cai’er, who always had an eye for money, laughed so hard her eyes disappeared. She happily accepted the gift.
"Brother-in-law Feng, you are one of us, so I won’t bother entertaining you. I’m going to go in and tally up the gifts first. Sword Slave, you’re strong, help move these inside." Lan Cai’er winked and swiftly took Sword Slave away.
Most of the guests at the Ye Residence had already taken their seats. Feng Xun and Ye Lingyue entered the residence.
Today’s celebration was held in the Inner Court, where it was bustling with voices, while the Outer Academy remained desolate, with only the lanterns swaying wildly in the night breeze.
The lantern light fell on their faces, casting layered shadows.
"Earlier..."
"That day..."
After a mont of silence, Ye Lingyue and Feng Xun almost simultaneously began to speak, then stopped at the sa ti.
"You go first." Ye Lingyue lowered her head, not looking at Feng Xun.
"That day, it was my fault." Feng Xun’s breath drew nearer.
Upon hearing his apology, Ye Lingyue was firstly startled, then felt a kiss land on her forehead.
The kiss was tender, brushing softly like a feather.
She was shocked and suddenly looked up, eting Feng Xun’s eyes.
His eyes were deep and profound, as if they could swallow soone whole.
"I shouldn’t have pressured you. Given the discord between your parents since childhood, it’s inevitable that you feel resistant towards romantic relationships. Consider what I said that day. If you are willing, join at the palace banquet. If not, I can wait patiently." Feng Xun’s gentle voice, coupled with his heart-stoppingly handso face, made Ye Lingyue feel entranced.
Under the night sky, they gazed at each other.
At that mont, the noisy chatter inside the residence faded away like the tide, leaving only each other in their eyes.
In that mont, ti stood still, and there were no others around.
Then from inside the Inner Court, a voice announced.
"The auspicious ti has arrived, the bride and groom pay respects to heaven and earth."
Ye Lingyue shivered and snapped back to reality.
"My mother is about to perform the ceremony, you take care of yourself." Saying this, she ran off as if fleeing for her life.
The air still carried the faint fragrance of Ye Lingyue. Seeing her flustered state, Feng Xun’s lips curled up slightly, breathtakingly stunning in that instant.
Suddenly, the smile on Feng Xun’s lips paused, and he slowly turned around, lifting his head to look at the sky.
The bright moon dominated the sky, yet tonight’s night felt sowhat unusual.
Next to the brilliant moon, a man was standing in the air.
The man’s features were sharp as if chiseled, with hints of gold in his black eyes—a man belonging to the night, born to look down upon the world.
At this mont, he too was scrutinizing Feng Xun.
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