Chapter 181: The Demon Lord Junzhu's Slacking Daily Life Chapter 181: A Visit

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Protagonist:

Yan Qianqian

After being refined by these two years of time, Shangguan Xingyu has blossomed into an even more beautiful, moving, gentle, and stately person. Her exquisite face is like a blooming flower, delicate and dewy; her skin is fair as snow, her eyes bright as stars, and a faint smile hangs at the corner of her mouth, as if the warmest sunlight in spring.

The moment Shangguan Xingyu's gaze met Yan Si's, she couldn't help but smile faintly at the handsome man before her. And Yan Si, seeing such a captivating smile, felt a ripple stir in his heart, and actually couldn't help but return a slightly bashful, foolish-young-man-like smile.

As for the subtle interaction between the two, Shangguan Xingyan was long since used to it. He merely watched it all with a smile on his face, his eyes revealing hope for his younger sister's happiness. And that clever coachman had long ago, with quick eyes and fast hands, placed a small stool beside the carriage.

Seeing this, Shangguan Xingyu first elegantly rested her jade hand on Shangguan Xingyan's palm, then, borrowing the strength of her elder brother's arm, exerted a little force, stepped steadily onto that small stool, and finally got down from the carriage smoothly.

After the three stood firmly, Yan Si, wearing a smile, said softly: "Let us first move to the front hall. My Father King and Mother Consort do not yet know that you two have graced us with your presence; I will send someone to announce you right away."

Before his words fell, Shangguan Xingyu nodded in agreement: "That is very good. Since we have come to disturb your noble residence this time, we should first report to An Wang and An Wangfei." With that, the three walked side by side, slowly stepping through the gate of An Wang's Mansion.

Upon entering the mansion gate, Yan Si immediately summoned the personal young servant at his side, instructing him in a low voice to hurry and report to Father King and Mother Consort, informing them that the Prince and Princess of Dongying Guo had arrived. After arrangements were made, Yan Si led Shangguan Xingyan and Shangguan Xingyu toward the front hall.

Before long, the three took their seats in turn. One saw the well-trained maids move with practiced ease, bringing up fragrant tea, exquisite pastries, and fresh fruit, placing them on the table in order.

However, just at this moment, Yan Si suddenly realized he had actually forgotten to inform his younger sister Yan Shuang'er and Qianqian of this matter. After a brief thought, he immediately decided to dispatch another young servant to notify them.

After another short while, only the sound of footsteps approaching from afar was heard. It turned out to be An Wangfei and An Wang, the two entering the front hall hand in hand. Seeing this, Shangguan Xingyan and Shangguan Xingyu hurriedly rose, respectfully saluting and greeting: "An Wang, An Wangfei, ten thousand blessings!"

An Wangfei's gaze flowed, landing on this pair of handsome man and beautiful woman before her, and she secretly praised in her heart: "These two truly are blood siblings — one with elegant bearing and handsome looks, one with a flower-like countenance and moon-like beauty, truly pleasing to the eye!"

If Shangguan Xingyu could marry Yan Si, that would be wonderful. An Wangfei, wearing a smile, walked forward quickly with light steps; she stretched out both hands and tightly grasped Shangguan Xingyu's fair, tender jade hands, saying caringly: "Traveling such a long distance, jostled by carriage and boat — it has truly been hard on you two! You must be exhausted, right?"

Shangguan Xingyu was evidently somewhat surprised. She had originally thought this noble Princess Consort would put on a lofty, superior air, but now feeling the other's such warmth and enthusiasm, a warm current couldn't help but surge in her heart.

However, this surprise was only fleeting; she soon recovered her composure and replied politely: "It's fine, Princess Consort, you are too polite. Actually, along the way, whenever my elder brother and I felt fatigued, we would find a nearby inn to rest for a while, and continue only after our strength recovered. So, it's not too tiring."

Hearing this, the smile on An Wangfei's face grew even more radiant; she lightly patted the back of Shangguan Xingyu's hand while nodding repeatedly in understanding. Immediately after, she turned her head to An Wang behind her and said: "Your Highness, look, the children have been standing this long — hurry and let them sit down and rest their feet."

An Wang, hearing this, hurriedly agreed: "Right, right, right, Prince Shangguan, please quickly take your seat." Finished speaking, he even personally extended his hand to gesture for Shangguan Xingyan to sit.

Seeing this, Shangguan Xingyan hurriedly cupped his fists and bowed in thanks: "Many thanks for An Wang's generous hospitality; I am endlessly grateful." Afterward, he and his younger sister slowly sat down in their seats together.

Everyone had just settled in their seats when An Wang spoke again: "Ah, truly sorry! Today we did not know in advance that you two were coming to visit the mansion, so we failed to go out to welcome you — please, you two must not take offense."

Hearing this, Shangguan Xingyan hurriedly rose and cupped his fists in return: "An Wang is too serious. This time it was my sister and I who acted rashly, coming to visit without sending word ahead, causing trouble for your noble mansion — truly ashamed to the utmost!"

An Wangfei hurriedly waved her hand, smiling reassuringly: "No matter, no matter, we are all family, no need for such formalities. Come, come, let's chat first. I wonder what dishes and flavors you two usually prefer?"

Shangguan Xingyu pursed her lips slightly and smiled, replying softly: "Reporting to Princess Consort, this young woman prefers sweet-and-sour flavored dishes; while my elder brother likes spicy things a bit more. Besides that, there are no special requests."

An Wangfei agreed without hesitation: "Good!" Then she turned her head and instructed Chunxi beside her in a low voice: "For today's midday meal, remember to have the kitchen make a few more spicy dishes, and add some sweet-and-sour flavored dishes." Chunxi dared not be negligent, hurriedly nodded in agreement, and rushed off to the kitchen to convey the Princess Consort's order.

At this moment, An Wangfei's gaze fell on Shangguan Xingyu once more, her eyes revealing more and more satisfaction. Just as they were conversing, a hurried sound of footsteps came; it turned out to be Yan Shuang'er and Qianqian, the two of them walking quickly into the room.

Before Yan Shuang'er even entered, her voice arrived first: "Father King, Mother Consort!" Before her words fell, she had already walked in quickly. Not even waiting for An Wang and Princess Consort to respond, she rushed straight toward Shangguan Xingyu.

Excitedly she shouted: "Xingyu Elder Sister, you've finally come! Since last parting, we've gone a whole two years without meeting! This time you absolutely must not go stay at the relay station — how can that place compare to one's own home for comfort? Tonight let's sleep together!"

Hearing this, Shangguan Xingyu's face instantly bloomed with a radiant smile, and she immediately replied: "Okay!" At this time, Qianqian at the side also walked up obediently, saying sweetly: "Xingyu Elder Sister, hello!" Shangguan Xingyu looked at the adorable Qianqian, her heart likewise filled with joy.

Afterward, several people all took their seats, sitting around and chatting happily. During this, laughter and cheerful voices rang out unceasingly, the atmosphere harmonious and warm.