Chapter 171 - The Royal Brothers (2/2)
Mo Xuemin said that Mo Xuetong had once appeared at Qingfang Pavilion, implying that Mo Xuetong was responsible for what happened there. Then, he would get Princess Royal to be their witness.
“Alright, I will let everyone know that Third Miss Mo is someone I like. Are you satisfied with that?” The Princess laughed out loud. Her eyes grew gentle as she turned towards Mo Xuetong. She said with a smile, “Third Miss Mo, did something interesting happen at the banquet earlier? Why don’t you tell me about it and let me be entertained as well.”
Something interesting that happened at the banquet? She must mean what happened between Mo Xuemin and Sima Heyan!
“Your Highness, I was behind my eldest sister then and was far away from where the Empress was sitting. I only heard that there was something odd about my sister’s poem. Then, my sister and Miss Sima went up to argue before the Empress, but I don’t know what happened. After that, the Empress ordered for the banquet to end and that we were to get on the boats. So I don’t know what happened.”
She did not know what the Princess’ intentions were. As such, she chose to put some things gently and politely.
“That eldest sister of yours is truly interesting. There have always been many interesting people in the palace.” The Princess seemed to be talking about something else. There was a flash of darkness in her eyes and the smile on her lips turned cold.
Mo Xuetong could not reply to what she said, so she turned to look at Feng Yuran uneasily.
“Aunt, that’s why I say you’re the best. You’ve always sat and watched as the drama unfolds in the palace.” Feng Yuran winked and smiled naughtily at the Princess.
A servant entered as they were speaking. She reported, “King Chu is outside Mingzhu Palace right now. He is asking to meet the Princess.”
“Eldest Brother should be meeting his lover at this time. What is he doing here!” Feng Yuran wrinkled his handsome and tall nose. There was a hint of ridicule in his laughter.
Feng Yuxuan entered, wearing an elegant and exquisite wide robe. When he heard what Feng Yuran said, he answered with a laugh, “Eighth Brother, you are joking. I don’t have any lover at home.”
His gaze could not help but settle on the girl in white robes. The girl before him was clothed in white and looked clean and pure. She wore a tight light pink jacket. The silk ribbons of her jacket hung down to her ankles. Her porcelain skin had a healthy glow to it. It was smooth and flawless like the purest piece of white jade there ever was. She was more delicate and more beautiful than the most beautiful flower. Her mouth was tiny and her eyes were crystal clear. She was unspeakably elegant and seductive.
One could not help but be drawn into the ripples in her eyes.
Mo Xuetong got up and curtsied to Feng Yuxuan. She must not be impolite in the room filled with royals.
“Third Miss Mo, please, get up. When did you come to Aunt’s? I heard Aunt’s laughter when I entered. It seems that she likes you a lot.” Feng Yuxuan waved his hand and gestured for Mo Xuetong to get up as he questioned her with a smile, seeming as if he did not care. His eyes landed on Feng Yuran, who was smiling rather naughtily. He coughed lightly.
“Third Miss Mo is indeed an interesting person. I have already liked her since Cloud City. We were fated to meet. I heard that she was here for the banquet, so I especially sent someone to bring her here. The two of you came while we were talking. Could there be something good in my palace that has attracted all of you here? You two rarely come, but you are all here now.”
The Princess said lightly, reaching out to wave Mo Xuetong towards her. Mo Xuetong approached hurriedly and stood beside the Princess. There truly was nowhere for her to sit with the three of them present. Standing beside the Princess was the most suitable. Mo Xuetong took over Bai Ling’s ch.o.r.e and started to ma.s.sage the Princess’ back. Bai Ling smiled at her and turned to make Feng Yuxuan tea.
“It is rare for Aunt to find someone she likes. Third Miss Mo, you have to come to the palace often in the future.” Feng Yuxuan said with a smile. Then, he turned to say to the Princess, “Aunt, how are you feeling? I did not have time to visit the last few days. I heard you were ill and could not wait to come even though it is late now. I have disturbed your rest.”
Feng Yuxuan behaved elegantly and spoke gently. His concern was obvious and he was really pleasant. The Princess’ smile grew even wider. She nodded and said, “That’s great. Something joyful has happened to me on Mother’s birthday as well. My two nephews are here to accompany me. But I don’t know if the other ladies out there will blame me!”
“Don’t worry, Aunt. They will blame you only because Eldest Brother is here. You know as well, who could be bothered with someone like me. They would just hide and be afraid to see me. I shall stay here and accompany you lest I be tiresome to others. Otherwise, I might be blamed for something that happened to another one of those young ladies.” Feng Yuran smiled roguishly, lifting his handsome brows lightly. His lips were as red as blood and he was undeniably seductive.
“Eighth Brother, you are too humble. I heard that Her Majesty is interested in playing matchmaker for you. There were n.o.ble ladies who came just for you to take a look at them. So why have you come here? Someone from the Empress’ palace might come to fetch you in a bit.” Said Feng Yuxuan with a smile.
“Eldest Brother, talk about yourself. Which girl are you interested in? Is she from the Ding General Manor or from the Mingguo Manor? I heard the young lady from Mingguo Manor is really pretty. And the daughter of the General is also here today. The Empress has put these young ladies at the first table specially. You have to grasp the opportunity.” Feng Yuran said with a light smile.
The two brothers exchanged words, seeming to be on good terms…
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