The arrival of Longcheng Ting Xue made the palace lively again. The Emperor specially set up a banquet to welcome her arrival.
Because as long as she married, the cooperation between Dai Yu State and Lou Ye would be half completed!
Even the Empress lamented that the palace had been too lively recently. There were princes and princesses. She was so busy worrying about the banquet almost every day.
And this palace banquet was also very particular. She didn't know what Gong Dai said to Gong Cheng, but he actually didn't insist on Gong Dai marrying Princess Lou Ye! Therefore, today's banquet was to let the princess see the sons of Dai Yu State. Although there weren't many princes of the right age, there were many sons of other nobles and ministers.
When GongYimo found out about this, she heaved a sigh of relief. As long as the Emperor didn't grant a marriage, this little princess might not choose Gong Dai.
Before the banquet, the Empress smiled and told Longcheng Ting Xue about this under the Emperor's orders. Longcheng Ting Xue blushed, but a trace of coldness flashed in her eyes. What else was there to choose? Wasn't Gong Dai the most suitable prince? Or did the Emperor not want her to marry Gong Dai, so he arranged this banquet for her to choose someone else?
But no matter how dissatisfied she was, she wouldn't show it. In any case, Gong Dai would definitely appear. If the Emperor didn't grant a marriage, she would personally choose a husband. It wasn't a big deal.
Thinking of this, she smiled at the Empress and said that she would perform a dance tonight. At that time, if she liked someone, she would hint to the Empress.
The Empress smiled and nodded, thinking that Lou Ye's customs were indeed different from Dai Yu State's.
As they talked, it was time for the banquet. Because the Emperor had released the news that anyone who came would have a chance to win the favor of Princess Lou Ye, those who were interested were very active!
GongYimo rubbed her stomach and complained to herself at the palace gate, "There have been too many banquets recently. I feel that my waist is fat …"
At this time, Gong Dai had unknowingly appeared behind her. The moment they passed, he said, "Are you fat? But to my touch, it still feels very slender. "
GongYimo was shocked. Seeing that there was no one around, she glared fiercely at Gong Dai!
"You talk too much!" Then, he ran in first. Gong Dai smiled and followed him in.
Gong Dai had a lot of things on his mind recently because Kim Yoon still hadn't given him an answer. It must have something to do with what happened that night. But it didn't matter. He would get the contract eventually. It was just a pity that he couldn't see Royal Sister so often. It was really a pity.
Halfway through the banquet, just when the atmosphere was at its peak, Princess Lou Ye finally made her appearance. The main event that they had been waiting for had finally arrived!
She took off her gorgeous cloak, revealing a red dance dress underneath! This attracted the attention of everyone present, and most of them revealed a covetous look.
Long Cheng's Ting Xue pursed her lips and smiled, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for setting up this banquet for Ting Xue. Ting Xue has just arrived and has nothing to thank you for. I can only dance to express my sincerity."
Gong Cheng knew that this little princess had made her appearance now. She must have already chosen her partner. He swept his gaze across the hall. There were more than a dozen unmarried princes, as well as the sons of ministers and nobles. It was reasonable to say that this little princess shouldn't have recognized anyone beforehand, so he didn't know who she would choose as her husband.
"Since Princess Lou Ye is on the stage, it is everyone's blessing! But we also don't know what the princess likes. So, everyone will take out a beloved object. Later, when the princess finishes her performance, she can take away the object she likes. As an addition, we will also reward you! "
The emperor's meaning was too clear!
He clearly said that whoever the princess liked, she could take away his object as a token of love!
Moreover, this little princess was beautiful and seemed to have a good personality. She was also very favored by Lou Ye. Marrying her was really not a loss!
Therefore, when the palace servant walked in front of someone holding the red silk, everyone took out their most precious object and placed it on top. Then, the eunuchs announced it, such as "so-and-so jade pendant".
The little princess stood there smiling the whole time, as if she didn't mind. But she still had to pay attention to a few important people. Especially when the palace servant walked in front of GongYimo, she took a second look.
GongYimo was the only woman in the hall except for the imperial concubines. If she accidentally took their things, what would the emperor do if he thought that she didn't like any of them? So she had to avoid it. Then, she saw GongYimo casually pull out a hairpin from her hair and put it on the tray. She suddenly felt indignant!
Just how much did she not put her in her eyes?!
But after GongYimo, it was Gong Dai's turn. She looked over expectantly and saw him put a dragon-shaped jade pendant on the tray. Although it was only a quick glance, she still saw that the jade pendant's color was very good. It was obviously not cheap!
The little princess lowered her head in relief. She felt that Gong Dai might not be completely uninterested in her.
Soon, everyone offered up their most precious things and then waited for the result. When the palace music sounded, the little princess danced Lou Ye's unique fast-paced dance!
When she danced, her entire person looked very lively! Those bright eyes and the blush on her face made the single men present very excited! If they could really marry Lou Ye's princess, that would be great!
Thinking like this, they all put on their best manners, hoping to be chosen by the other party!
After all, the emperor didn't decree a marriage and even held such a banquet. It was clear that he was letting the princess choose herself. They all had a chance!
Long Cheng's Ting Xue spun among the dancers like stars surrounding the moon. Her red sleeves fluttered and her dance steps were cheerful. She really gained the favor of many men.
So when she stopped, the applause didn't stop!
Long Cheng's Ting Xue was slightly panting. The emperor took the lead to praise and smiled mischievously.
"Let's not talk about my reward first. Come, little princess, take a look at these treasures. Is there one you like?"
When the emperor said this, the palace servants quickly handed over three trays full of treasures. Long Cheng's Ting Xue had a confident smile on her face. No matter how special the other things were, she didn't care and directly went to find the things that Gong Dai took out!
Everyone became nervous. Some people even raised their necks to look. The emperor and empress looked at each other and smiled because they knew that as long as Princess Lou Ye chose the things that were put in, then she had the heart to marry that person.
Although they didn't want to be too obvious and put all the treasures together, they all knew that as long as the princess had the heart, she would definitely know which one was put in by her sweetheart.
Who would she choose?
GongYimo watched with her chin in her hand. She felt lucky that the emperor didn't decree a marriage and used this method to let the princess choose her husband. However, the situation now was also very dangerous … After all, Gong Dai was so handsome.
At this time, she turned her head and found Gong Dai's calm appearance. It was as if he wasn't worried that she would choose him. GongYimo couldn't help but feel strange.
"You say … whose things will she choose?"
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