I don't want to be the favorite concubine of this palace anymore

Xu Wanying stood up trembling, the powder on her face almost falling off. After a long while, she said with her leaky mouth: "But I really saw her coming out of His Royal Highness Prince Rui's room early in the morning."

Dai Meng laughed angrily.

“Your Majesty is wise. Although His Royal Highness Prince Rui is handsome, I have no desire for him.

This time I came to Tiansheng to conclude a friendly alliance between the two countries, and secondly to choose a husband from the Tiansheng royal family. How could I have an affair with Prince Rui at this time?

Besides, he is already married, and I am not a person without bottom line."

Li Rui also suppressed his anger and said to Emperor Tiansheng: "Father, there is absolutely no love affair between me and the Crown Princess. Concubine Xu is talking nonsense."

When Emperor Tiansheng saw that both parties involved had firmly denied it, he knew that it was definitely not true. This Concubine Xu was really stupid, and she still dared to continue to accuse him.

Emperor Tiansheng was very impatient with what these women did out of jealousy.

He said to Xu Wanying with a cold face: "Xu Concubine, what else do you have to say? Send her back to the Rui Palace. She is not allowed to enter the palace without being summoned. After returning, she will be confined to her room for three months and reflect on her mistakes! As for other punishments, leave it to the Rui Prince and his wife."

Before she could reply, Concubine Xu was taken out with her mouth covered.

Concubine Li didn't expect her niece to be so useless. Not only did she not make friends with her, but she also did the stupid thing of framing the Crown Princess. She was so angry that she gritted her teeth.

If she wasn't the only girl of the right age in the family, she would never have been allowed to enter Prince Rui's palace.

At this time, a charming female voice like a yellow oriole was heard: "Speaking of which, it was Concubine Li who helped Prince Rui choose Concubine Xu. I heard that she is Concubine Li's niece?"

An Muxi looked over curiously, and saw a charming woman sitting below the Queen and Dai Meng. She looked less than 30 years old, but her skin was still fair and shiny.

The corners of her eyes were raised, and she had a natural charm that was so alluring. As soon as An Muxi saw her peach blossom eyes, she guessed that this was King Cheng's mother, Concubine Xiao.

When the emperor heard her words, he looked at Concubine Li with dissatisfaction. It was really unfair for his son Rui to marry such a stupid woman. "Concubine Li, you must discipline Wenhua well in the future. You must not raise a child who is so stupid and ignorant."

An Muxi admired her in her heart. Just one sentence made the emperor dissatisfied with Concubine Li. Those who could sit in high positions in the harem were indeed the kings of palace fighting, so terrifying.

Concubine Li could only stand up and apologize: "It was my fault for not disciplining her properly. I apologize to Princess Tianyue on behalf of my niece. But Your Majesty, Wenhua grew up under your care. She is just a little spoiled, but she still knows the big picture."

After saying this, she looked at the emperor with grievance. The emperor saw that her attitude was good, and since Wenhua's arrogance was inseparable from his favor, he did not blame Concubine Li anymore.

The Queen quickly changed the subject and said to the Emperor: "Your Majesty, Princess Tianyue wants to choose a husband from the royal family. This is a good thing."

Emperor Tiansheng also reacted, and quickly said to Dai Meng with a smile: "I wonder if the Crown Princess has a favorite candidate?"

Dai Meng glanced at the seats of the royal men below with a smile in her eyes, her gaze fixed on Li Yian's face for a few seconds, and then she looked down again.

Some of the old princes and dukes blushed. Why did they feel like they were working as prostitutes in a brothel?

Some of the younger generation of royal family members were eager to make a move when they saw that Dai Meng was beautiful and of noble status.

Some who were not ambitious were eager to try, at least being the first wife of the emperor in Tianyue Kingdom would be good. It was just to serve women, they had already learned it.

Finally, Dai Meng retracted her gaze and said with a smile: "I haven't found the man I like yet. I will stay in Tiansheng for a few more days. When I find one, I will come to ask Your Majesty to grant me marriage."

Emperor Tiansheng laughed loudly: "There are many men of the right age in the royal family. Princess Crown Princess can take your time to choose. When I find a suitable one, I will definitely grant you marriage."

"Then thank you Your Majesty."

Li Yian had also noticed Dai Meng's gaze just now. He felt a little uncomfortable when he thought of her intimate name and actions towards him after they had dinner that day.

Maybe he was overthinking it. Tianyue women are supposed to be unrestrained, but what he likes in his heart is...

He raised his head and saw An Muxi sitting opposite her eating calmly. Even with a little makeup today, she was so beautiful that people couldn't take their eyes off her.

"Fourth brother seems to be very concerned about my concubine?"

Li Yian quickly retracted his gaze, looked at Li Rui beside him and said, "Brother, you are overthinking. She and I are just partners."

Li Rui said calmly: "I hope so. Thanks to your help, I was able to escape the disaster at Sandalwood Temple last time. Let me toast to you."

After that, Li Rui raised the wine glass on the table and toasted Li Yian. Li Yian quickly raised his glass and clinked it with Li Rui. They both drank the wine in the glass.

King Cheng heard the conversation between the two and joined in the fun by saying, "Fourth brother actually knows the concubine of third brother? Third brother, can you introduce her to me next time?"

Li Rui's face was dark, and he said expressionlessly: "Second brother, if you feel that there are not enough women in your house, how about I send you two stunning women next time?"

King Cheng understood what Li Rui meant. The Zhao Yuling he arranged last time was actually discovered by Li Rui. It was a pity that such a good move was lost.

He smiled and said, "That's great, if you dare to give it to me, I dare to accept it."

The prince sat below the emperor, watching his brothers fighting overtly and covertly, and sneered in his heart. You guys should fight to the death.

He still had something to do today, and he planned to take this opportunity to ask the emperor for a marriage. It would be great if his marriage with the daughter of the Minister of Personnel could be settled today.

At this time, the Queen said to the Emperor: "Your Majesty, today the young ladies of the noble families have prepared a lot of talents. Why not take this opportunity to let them come up and show them off. How about letting Princess Tianyue appreciate the talents of our Tiansheng women?"

Emperor Tiansheng naturally agreed.

By this time, all the dishes had been served. An Muxi felt quite comfortable as she savored the delicious food and appreciated the talent performances of the ladies from aristocratic families.

Among these women, Jiang Siyu, the daughter of the Minister of Personnel, played the guqin extremely well, Zhuang Yaner, the daughter of Grand Tutor Zhuang, also played the pipa well, and what surprised An Muxi the most was that Bai Yueli from the Ningguo Mansion painted a landscape painting, which was also quite good.

Among the many noble ladies, only these few stand out. The queen nodded secretly. It seems that the emperor is in a good mood today. I wonder if Ze'er's request for marriage will be successful.

After the noble ladies finished their performances, the emperor gave rewards to each of them.

At this time, the prince stood up, walked to the center of the hall, knelt before the emperor, and said, "Father, I am now 23 years old, and I have finally found the woman I like. I beg you to grant me marriage."

When Bai Yueli heard the prince say this, she excitedly grabbed Wu's hand.

"Mother, the Crown Prince still cares about me. He asked His Majesty to grant us a marriage!"